The Forks Police Department maintains five separate divisions:

1. Patrol. Officers are on shift 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

2. Investigations. One Detective is assigned for Major Crimes, follow-up investigations, and assisting police officers.

3. Communications Center. The department operates a 24/7, locally staffed Enhanced 911 center. The center receives and dispatches all 911 calls for the Forks Police Department, Hoh Reservation-BIA Law Enforcement, Fire District #1, Fire District #3 and the local ambulance corps.

4. Jail. The department operates a 30- bed jail facility. It also contracts bed space to outside municipal agencies, and with the Federal government for holding detainees. The jail offers community service, work release and GED opportunities for qualified inmates.

5. Records. The records department is available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. Fingerprinting Services for Concealed Weapons Permits and Job Applications are available during this time. Although appointments are not required, we encourage you to call ahead to better allow us to serve you. The records department will be closed for lunch from 12:00pm to 12:30pm until further notice.

The Forks Police Department maintains a “TIPS LINE” 24/7. Locally, individuals may leave a message with information that may assist Law Enforcement with the investigation of a crime, or the apprehension of individuals sought after by police in the area. The number is 360-374-5311

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