Where can I pay parking tickets, traffic citations and non-traffic citations?

Parking tickets can be paid during normal business hours at the Amity Township Police Department, 2004 Weavertown Road, Douglassville, PA 19518. Traffic and non-traffic citations are handled at the Magistrate’s Office during normal business hours, at Magisterial District Court 23-3-03 – Judge Steven Chieffo – PO Box 18 590 Oley Road Oley, PA 19547 Phone: 610-987-3344

 

What constitutes an abandoned vehicle?

A vehicle (other than a pedalcycle) is abandoned on public streets if it is parked for more than 48 hours while displaying an expired inspection or registration sticker; is in an inoperable condition; or is parked illegally.  A vehicle is abandoned on private property if it has been parked there for more than 24 hours without the consent of the property owner, in which case the property owner or designee must report the vehicle as abandoned.  Call 610-655-4911 to report an abandoned vehicle.

 

How do I report a crime in the Township?

Crimes can be reported in several ways: For emergencies, dial 911; For non-emergencies, call the Berks County Communications Center non-emergency line at (610) 655-4911; Personally make reports at our office; and by completing online report forms that can be obtained through this website and forwarding them to our department.

 

What is the curfew for juveniles (any person under the age of 18) in Amity Township?

The curfew in Amity Township is weekdays (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) from 10:00 PM to 06:00 AM and weekend days (Friday and Saturday) from 11:59 PM to 06:00 AM unless accompanied by a parent or guardian from November 2nd to October 19th.

From October 20th to November 1st, the curfew is 9:00 PM to 6:00 AM, unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.

 

Where is the department located? What are the hours?

Amity Township Police Department is located at 2004 Weavertown Road Douglassville, PA 19518. Office hours are 8AM – 4:30PM, Monday through Friday. Office hours can vary on holidays. Check https://amitytownshippa.com/wp/ for closings and modified hours.

 

Where can I obtain a copy of an accident/crash report?

If you would like to request a Motor Vehicle Accident form, please call the Police Department Administrative Office at 610-953-0022 for further assistance Monday through Friday from 8:00AM – 4:30PM.

 

I’m going away from my home for vacation/travel/etc. Should I contact the police department?

Amity Township Police Department offers vacation security checks to residents. Officers will do a periodic check of the exterior of your home while you are away. Your house will be checked by an officer every other day, depending on the manpower and availability of officers. If your house check goes beyond 30 days, your house will be checked on a bi-weekly basis. For the safety of our officers, house checks will not be conducted if walkways and pathways on the property are not clear of snow and ice.

 

There are several things you can do to safeguard your property when travelling:

Inside the house

  • Set timers on interior lights. This goes a long way in deterring burglars, who often look for crimes of opportunity. Don’t allow your house to appear as if no one is home.
  • Prevent power surges. You never know if a power surge can occur, so be prepared. Disconnect the computer, TV, stereo, and other electronics, or make sure they are plugged safely into a surge protector.
  • Don’t make telltale status updates. Never broadcast your location on Facebook or Twitter. Even if you think that it’s only your friends or colleagues viewing your online profiles, it’s safest not to leave any sort of opening for a possible burglar.
  • Alert your alarm company. If you have an automatic security system in place, call your representative, announcing you’ll be away from home for an extended period of time. Make sure the alarm is set properly when you leave.
  • Secure valuables. If you don’t already have your jewelry or other valuables in a safe deposit box, now might be the time to do so. Doing this also ensures that you don’t leave out anything valuable in plain sight that a burglar might be able to see from a window.
  • Set the HVAC. Set a programmable thermostat to lower your heat or air conditioning usage and remember to change the thermostat’s battery.
  • Protect your pipes. Make sure pipes in vulnerable areas such as attics, basements, and crawlspaces are insulated. In unusually cold weather, set your thermostat at 55 degrees or above. Ask a neighbor or trusted friend to stop by and check on the house and periodically turn on the faucets to ensure the pipes don’t freeze.
  • It might seem obvious but double-check just to be sure. Lock all doors and windows.

Outside the house

  • Arrange for lawn care. Have your landscaping tended to by a friendly neighbor or local service. Before you leave, trim tree branches that might allow access to a climbing burglar.
  • Stop newspapers and mail. Stop mail and newspaper deliveries or have them regularly picked up by a neighbor. Again, you don’t want to easily clue in a burglar to your absence by the mounting newspapers on your doorstep.
  • Plan some exterior lighting. Set these lights on timers as well, to deter burglars.
  • Don’t leave spare keys outdoors. Collect any hidden spare keys from around the exterior of your home. Remember, burglars know the most popular hiding places, like beneath mats and in potted plants.
  • Lock the garage. Even if there is no entrance to your house from the garage, there’s still a chance for numerous things to be stolen. Secure the door and any entrances to the garage.