How do I contact the Police Department?
Address:

Cherry Hill Police Department
820 Mercer Street
P.O. Box 5002
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

Phone:

Police Information: (856) 488-7828
Police Dispatch: (856) 665-1200
Fax: (856) 488-7810

For Questions about Traffic Tickets and Court Summonses, please contact the Municipal Court. The Municipal Court/Violations Bureau handles all criminal complaints, ordinance violations and traffic tickets issued in the Township. This includes complaints and tickets issued by Cherry Hill Police, New Jersey State Police, Camden County Park Police and Port Authority Transit Police. This office schedules cases for hearings, accepts bail, and maintains records of criminal and traffic tickets for attorneys, defendants, residents and the general public.

When do I call 9-1-1?
Residents often ask when to use 9-1-1. The Cherry Hill Police Department’s regular number (665-1200) handles non-emergency situations – traffic problems, vandalism, noise complaints. But, if you are calling when a crime is in progress, to report a fire or to request emergency medical assistance, call 9-1-1. Hearing impaired residents can call 9-1-1-TDD (telephone device for the deaf). On a cell phone in Cherry Hill, call the direct police department number, 665-1200, even in an emergency because if you dial 9-1-1 from your cell phone, your call will be transferred to the nearest cellular tower, not the Cherry Hill police. Alarm systems which direct dial the police station should be programmed to call 665-1200 (never 9-1-1).

How do I get a copy of a Police Report?
You can request a copy in person at Police Central Records, 820 Mercer Street, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 between 9AM and 5PM, Monday through Friday. Copies are 75 cents per page, or by mail with a $5 check made payable to the Township of Cherry Hill.

How do I register a commendation or complaint regarding the Police Department?
If you have a complaint or comment regarding any police officer, you may submit a complaint in person, by telephone, or by mail. It is best to register your complaint as soon after the incident as possible. All complaints will be thoroughly investigated.

To register a commendation or complaint:

• Call Police Information at 856-488-7828,
• Contact any Police Supervisor in person at the Department,
• Call Internal Affairs Unit at 856-488-7815, or
• Mail your comments to the Chief of Police:
  
  Chief of Police
  Cherry Hill Township Police Department
  820 Mercer Street
  PO Box 5002
  Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

What can a motorist expect during a traffic stop?

• Officer may activate red lights, horn/siren to gain your attention
• Additional officers may arrive as back-up
• Officers will state their name/department and advise you why you are being stopped
• Officer will request your license, insurance ID card and registration
• Officer may search your vehicle if (1) you cannot produce proof of ownership or registration for the vehicle, (2) probable cause exists that your vehicle contains evidence of a crime or illegal materials, (3) you are arrested or your vehicle is impounded
• Officer may issue a traffic summons
• Motorists can expect to be treated fairly, courteously and in a professional manner

What can a police officer expect during a traffic stop?

• Driver should safely operate a vehicle to right side of roadway and stop
• Driver/occupants should keep hands in plain view and stay in car unless told otherwise
• Driver should have license, registration and insurance card ready for the officer
• Driver should not make any sudden movements. Advise officer if you need to enter your glove compartment to retrieve your license, registration or insurance card
• Driver should not debate the issuance of a summons on the highway; any disputes will be settled in court