Police Department

About

The Candia Police Department is a full-time department consisting of full and part-time officers, an administrative assistant and an animal control officer.

Department Mission: The mission of the Candia Police Department is to provide superior law enforcement within the framework of the United States Constitution to enforce the laws, preserve the peace, reduce fear and provide a safe environment to our community while making the Town of Candia a safe place to visit, live, work, and raise a family.

Vision Statement: The vision of the Candia Police Department is to be a beacon of excellence while adhering to our core values.

Core Values

• Integrity: The Candia Police Department will adhere to the highest code of professionalism and honesty.
• Respect: The Candia Police Department will ensure that all citizens are treated with respect and understanding regardless of race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, or social prominence.
• Knowledge: The Candia Police Department values members who have life experience, are well-rounded, educated, and who are committed to lifelong learning to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Partnerships: The Candia Police Department will strive to provide the highest quality of service through partnerships with the community by utilizing all available resources.
• Selfless Service: Members of the Candia Police Department will put the welfare of their community above their own without thought of recognition or personal gain.
• Courage: Members of the Candia Police Department will maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others.

What We Do

Along with performing general law enforcement for the community, the Candia Police Department also provides:

• House checks for residents on vacation or out of the area
• Fingerprinting during normal lobby hours
• Pistol permits for residents upon completing the necessary paperwork
• Officers to speak at local social organizations for crime prevention, safety tips, etc.
• Copies of police and accident reports through the Administrative Assistant (fees apply)
• Engraver sign-out program for residents wishing to mark belongings
• Bicycle registrations

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