Programs – White Plains Public Safety

Drug Disposal Program

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The White Plains Police Department provides a Drug Disposal unit that allows the public to safely dispose of prescription and over the counter medications.

The Drug Disposal Unit is located on Lower Level 1 of the Public Safety Building at 77 So. Lexington Avenue. For access to this area please use the “Night Entrance” on South Lexington.

It is accessible 24-7 / 365 days a year. It is also free, safe and anonymous.

By participating in this program, residents will be making sure their unwanted pills and medication don’t end up in a landfill or water supply. They will also be removing medication that could be abused, like pain-killers, from their homes.

Accepted Items Include:
Prescription and Over-The-Counter Medication. Medication samples, Vitamins, Veterinary Medications, Narcotics and Liquid Medications.

Items NOT Accepted Include:
Syringes, Thermometers, IV bags, Bloody or Infectious Waste, Personal Care Products, Hydrogen Peroxide, Empty Containers and Inhalers.

NO HAZARDOUS MEDICAL WASTE or SHARPS ACCEPTED.

For additional drug disposal locations within the City, click below.

Rapid Recovery Project

admin — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 12:14:01 +0000

The Rapid Recovery Project was designed to help individuals affected with autism, dementia and other developmental disabilities (regardless of age) who may wander or get lost.

Interested parents or care givers are encouraged to fill out and submit the contact form below. Please be sure to include as much information about the vulnerable child or adult as possible. Uploading a recent photograph of the individual is recommended. A photograph may help our officers on patrol identify and return your loved one to safety faster.

Your submission will be followed up by a trained investigator who will contact you to verify the information that you have provided. Once verified the individuals information and photograph will be added to our secure mobile database which can be accessed by our first responders.

Victim’s Assistance Information

admin — Wed, 10 Aug 2016 19:07:00 +0000

Many Victim Assistance Programs (VAPs) are funded through the New York State OVS and are located throughout the State. These programs can assist you in filing your claim with OVS. VAPs can provide immediate help to victims and offer additional services that are not directly offered by OVS. Many of these services can be of great comfort and assistance to victims of crimes. For a listing of VAPs in your area, contact OVS directly or refer to their website.

AS A VICTIM OF CRIME IN NEW YORK STATE YOU SHOULD KNOW:

You can get a free copy of the police report (NYS Exec. Law §646).
You are protected by law from threats or intimidation from the suspect or the suspect’s family. Local police departments and DA’s can explain these laws to you.
You have a right to be involved in certain stages of the criminal justice process. Local police departments and DA’s can explain your role in the criminal justice process, the important steps in the process, and how you can get information about those steps.
You have the right to make a statement at the time of the defendant’s sentencing, if you are the victim of a felony.
You have the right to be notified of the defendant’s incarceration status. You can call the Division of Parole at 1-800-639-2650 to provide your contact information.

WHERE CAN YOU GET MORE INFORMATION?

The New York State Office of Victim Services can help you find a victim assistance program near you.

Call: 1-800-247-8035 Or visit their website at www.ovs.ny.gov.

National Night Out

admin — Tue, 05 Jul 2016 15:32:11 +0000

Held annually on the first Tuesday of August, National Night Out has proven to be an effective, inexpensive and enjoyable program to promote neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships in our fight for a safer community.

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT is designed to:

Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness
Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime programs
Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships.
Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Some of the participants from last year included: White Plains Fire Dept., Empress (EMS), White Plains Parks and Recreation, Slater Center, White Plains Youth Bureau, New York State Troopers, Westchester County Department of Public Safety, MTA Police, Westchester County Hispanic Officers Association, White Plains Public Library, Target, Walmart, Pace Women’s Justice Center, Visiting Nurse Service, Victim’s Assistance Services, MADD, American Red Cross, and various neighborhood associations.

Public Safety Civilian’s Academy

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The Public Safety Civilian’s Academy is an instructional program designed to provide the White Plains resident with an understanding of the science and art of policing, firefighting and emergency medical services. The comprehensive program is designed to provide information on the law enforcement/firefighting/EMS industry and its government principles.

The Civilian’s Academy exposes residents to a number of current police/firefighting/EMS issues and the latest White Plains Public Safety Department procedures. It is not our intention to train residents to take police/fire action, but to provide them with an overview of the training received and functions performed by our members. Training is provided by White Plains Police Officers and Firefighters who have experience in the related subject areas.

The Civilian’s Academy is offered in the evening over a nine consecutive week period, with classes once per week. Classes begin at 7:00 p.m. and conclude at 9:00 p.m.

CommunityCam Program

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Video surveillance and security video have been and will continue to be an invaluable asset in assisting police departments with criminal investigations. Much of this video has come from private businesses and residents who maintain video security systems for their own personal protection, as well as to safeguard their property. The ability for police departments to identify the locations of these systems and to review footage in a timely manner is key to successful criminal investigations and apprehension of criminals.

The goal of the CommunityCam Program is to deter crime, enhance investigative capabilities and promote public safety through collaboration between the White Plains Police Department and the communities we serve.

Residents and businesses may voluntarily register the location of their video security systems with the police department to help deter and investigate crime in their neighborhoods.

Registration is simple and only takes a few minutes. You need to provide basic contact information and where the cameras are located. There is no cost for registration and your personal information is not made public.

Once you complete the registration process, a member from the Department will contact you by telephone to request a visit to your residence/business to verify the information you have provided.

After your video surveillance equipment is registered, the White Plains Police Department will only contact you if there is a criminal incident in the vicinity of your security cameras. Police personnel may request to view and copy video images captured by your camera(s) to assist in the investigation of a crime.

The White Plains Police Department will not have remote, live, or any other access to your surveillance/security system without your express consent.

You may cancel your registration at any time by sending an e mail to: wppublicsafetyt@whiteplainsny.gov

For residents and businesses that register, you may also request a security review of your property for safety and security tips.

The goal of the White Plains CommunityCam Program is to promote public safety in collaboration between the White Plains Police Department and the residents and businesses of White Plains. All registrants agree to the following terms and conditions:

When necessary, the WPPD will contact you directly using the information you have provided to obtain video surveillance video from your system.

Any video material collected by the WPPD related to criminal investigations can be used as evidence during any stage of a criminal proceeding.

All video footage shall remain the property of the registrant until it is requested and collected from the registrant by the WPPD.

Your voluntary participation in this program shall not be construed as an obligation to release and surveillance footage to the WPPD.

Under no circumstances shall registrants construe they are acting as an agent or employee of the City of White Plains and/or the White Plains Police Department.

You agree not to release any video or pictures images to the media / members of the press without first consulting with the White Plains Police Department.

Submitting the registration form means you have read the Disclaimer and agree to the Terms of Use.

Thank you in advance for your participation and cooperation in this program, and for helping us make our city a safer place for everyone

Red Light Safety

admin — Tue, 05 Jul 2016 13:47:00 +0000

The purpose of the White Plains red-light safety camera program is to increase traffic safety in White Plains by reducing red-light running violations, collisions, and injuries.

A red-light running violation occurs when a motorist enters an intersection after the traffic signal has turned red. A red-light running violation also occurs when a vehicle does not come to a full and complete stop for a turn-on-red. This violation, in both situations, is a non-moving infraction and does not result in the assessment of points against the driver.

How does the red light camera work?

The system activates when motion is detected just prior to the stop bar AFTER the traffic signal has turned red. The cameras capture two images of an alleged violation, taken from the rear of the vehicle.
The first image shows the vehicle at the white stop bar and the illuminated red light.
The second image shows the violator in the middle of the intersection with the red light illuminated.
The license plate image is a close-up from one of the images captured.
Data, including the time, date, and duration of the yellow and red lights, also is recorded.
Cameras also record a 12-second digital video of the violation, including six seconds prior to and six seconds after running the red light.

Active Red Light Camera Locations

The intersection(s) with camera(s) are listed below. Each intersection is marked clearly with signs to alert drivers that cameras are in use ahead.

SB Mamaroneck Ave @ Bryant Ave
NB Mamaroneck Ave @ Bryant Ave
EB Main St @ Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
EB Main St @ Bank St
WB Martine Ave @ Mamaroneck Ave
NB Bank St @ Hamilton Ave
WB Hamilton Ave @ Bank St.
WB Hamilton Ave @ Cottage Pl
EB Westchester Ave @ South Kensico Ave
WB Westchester Ave @ South Kensico Ave
SB North Broadway @ Hamilton Ave
NB Mamaroneck Ave @ Ridgeway
SB South Lexington @ Maple Ave
NB North St @ Bryant Ave
SB Tarrytown Rd @ Central Ave

Paying the violation:

The fine is $50.00 for each offense. There are multiple ways to pay your fine:

Pay Online: The fastest and easiest way to pay your Notice is to pay online. Go to www.ViolationInfo.com and log on with your Notice # and PIN shown in the red box on the front of this notice. There is a $5 convenience fee for online payment.

Payment by Mail: Mail your check or money order (payable to the City of White Plains) in the envelope enclosed with the notice. DO NOT MAIL CASH. Be sure to put the Notice # on the face of your payment. If you have any questions, please call Customer Service at 1-866-790-4111. Please mail your payment leaving 10 days in order to be received in a timely manner.

Payment by Phone: Call toll free 1-866-790-4111 available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is a $5 convenience fee for online payment.

All tickets have a date for payment. If your violation is not paid by the payment date, you will receive another violation in the mail. A late fee of $25 will be administered.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What company provides the Red-light Safety Cameras in White Plains?
The city has contracted with Verra Mobility which provides more than 300 communities across North American with red-light and speed safety camera programs. More information about Verra Mobility is available at www.verramobility.com

How do I know that these violations are valid?
Images of your vehicle were captured and recorded by a Red-light Safety Camera. You can review your images and video of the actual occurrence online at www.violationinfo.com . The images and video were reviewed by several qualified technicians and finally by the City of White Plains Department of Public Safety before the alleged civil violation was affirmed and mailed to you as the registered owner.

Can I turn right on red at a red light camera intersection?
New York law requires all vehicles to stop on a red light signal. Right turns on red are permitted unless otherwise posted. The camera will capture right turn violations on vehicles that proceed without first coming to a full stop.

Who receives the citation?
Citations are mailed to the owner and/or registrant of the vehicle. The owner and/or registrant is legally liable to pay the fine.

What if I wasn’t the driver of the vehicle at the time of the violation?
According to New York State law, the owner and / or registrant are legally responsible to pay the fine without regard to whether they were actually driving at the time of the infraction.

What if I don’t believe I ran a red light and want to discuss my case with someone?
You may request an appearance before the White Plains City Court. Information on how to do that is included in the Notice of Liability.