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Seattle Police Headquarters public service counter will reopen for Limited In-Person Services - available by appointment only.  Our precinct facilities remain closed at this time.   Find out more on our closure information page.
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Crime Prevention Services and Tips

Crime Prevention Coordinators

Each police precinct has a Crime Prevention Coordinator assigned to it. They serve as your resource about everything [...]

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)

CPTED looks at the design of built environments and makes recommendations to increase safety and security.

Crime Prevention Tips

A library of crime prevention topics and videos.

Meetings and Trainings

Options that Crime Prevention Coordinators offer for various types of classes.

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Block Watch

Learn about starting a Block Watch in your neighborhood or apartment/condo.

National Night Out

National Night Out Against Crime is a crime prevention event that takes place the first Tuesday of every August.

Personal Safety Training

SPD offers classes taught by police employees that provides proactive tips and step you can take to enhance your [...]

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An informal gathering with your local precinct police officers to simply meet and talk to each other.

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