FAQs

Can I report a crime here and remain anonymous?

Crime Stoppers of Minnesota provides a safe place for citizens to provide anonymous information about crime and fugitives. Brooklyn Center Police partners with Crime Stoppers to investigate anonymous tips they receive. If the information you provided leads to a felony arrest, you may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000 through Crime Stoppers.

Your contact with Crime Stoppers is anonymous. Information can be shared with Crime Stoppers via phone, online, or through a mobile app.

Submit your tip online here.
Do I need a permit to solicit or peddle goods in the City of Brooklyn Center?
A solicitor's or peddler's permit is not required from the city. However, it is recommended that you provide the information listed below to the Brooklyn Center Police Department on your company's letterhead:
- Contact number
- Dates and times
- License plate numbers of vehicles used
- Names of the solicitors
- Photo ID for a representative of the company and each individual that will be soliciting or peddling in Brooklyn Center
Out-of-state persons must contact Hennepin County at 612-348-8240 for a transient merchant permit. Food merchants must contact the Minnesota Department of Agriculture at 651-201-6315 for food license requirements.
Do I need to obtain a license for my dog?

Licenses are not required for pets in the City of Brooklyn Center. However, ID / information tags are required by city ordinance and can be purchased at pet shops or some veterinarian offices. A person who owns, harbors, or keeps a dog over 6 months old within the city must securely attach an identification tag or plate to the dog's collar so that it can be readily seen. The tag or plate must contain the name and home telephone number of the owner or other person who is keeping the dog. The identification tag or plate must be worn by the dog at all times when it is off the owner's or keeper's property.

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Youth Services Offered

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Youth Curfew

The Brooklyn Center Police Department strictly enforces the county’s curfew laws. For more information on the curfew laws click here - Hennepin County Curfew.

Youth Open Gym

For more information contact Brooklyn Center Recreation (763) 569-3400.

Youth Police Explorer Program

Help bridge the gap between the Brooklyn Center community and our police department.

Police Explorers is a program for teens and young adults between the ages of 14 and 21 years of age. The Explorer Program teaches members various aspects of Law Enforcement as well as core values of teamwork, dedication, and service to others. If you are interested in pursuing a career in Law Enforcement or want to learn more about our program, contact us for more information.

In order to join the post, you must:

Have completed 8th grade
Be 14-21 years old
Submit an application to join
Pass a background check
Maintain a C average or better

Participate in law enforcement training that will grant you the opportunity to participate in the State Police Explorers Conference held every April and compete against other agency explorers.

Our recruitment window is September 1 through October 15 every year. After passing a background check, applicants must interview with members and police advisors. If selected after the interview, you will become a probationary member for 12 weeks. In addition to weekly training during the school year, the Brooklyn Center Police Explorers assist with a variety of events held in and near our city.

In the past, explorers have completed over 180 hours of community service in the past at activities such as:

Law Enforcement Special Olympics events (Polar Plunge, Torch Run, Cop on Top, etc.)
Assist with traffic control for Brooklyn Center and neighboring city community events, parades and celebrations.
Assist with awards ceremonies and more!

Interested? Contact Sergeant Jordan today!

Sergeant Chris Jordan
(763) 503-3207