Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do if online incident reporting is not right for me?
If your incident is an emergency, call 9-1-1. If non-emergency call 760-435-4900.

If this happened in another city, can I file a report using this system?
No, If a crime took place outside of the City of Oceanside please call the police department for that city.

What if this happened on State Route 78 or I-5?
If this took place on SR78 or I-5, please call the Highway Patrol Office nearest you. http://www.chp.ca.gov/

What is a known suspect?
A known suspect is when you or someone else knows the person or where to find the person who committed the crime or the license plate number of the vehicle the suspect(s) were in.

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