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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
How do I become a
Newton Police Officer?
Please see our
employment
page for information and to download an employment
application form. Forms require Adobe Acrobat®
Reader software.
How do I apply for
a pistol permit or renew my old one?
All applicants must :
be a resident of the Town of Newton, New Hampshire;
complete a State of New Hampshire Application for Resident
Pistol/Revolver License form which can be obtained at the Newton Police
Department or can be downloaded here;
be 18 years of age or older.
All applicants will be subject to a criminal record check and
subsequently must be approved by the Chief of Police to be a suitable
person to be licensed. The fee for the permit is $10.00.
Permit Application Form Available in Adobe
PDF File Format
I’ve just been
involved in a motor vehicle accident, what do I need to do?
If you are involved in an accident:
- Stop
- If you can, move your vehicle off the road.
- Give aid to any injured people, but do not move them unless
necessary.
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Send for the police, if necessary.
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Get the names and address of all people involved in the accident,
any witnesses, and any injured persons.
Record the other driver’s:
- Name and address
- Driver’s license number and state of issue
- License plate number and state of issue
- Make, model and year of vehicle
- Damage to vehicle
- Insurance company name
- Names and addresses of passengers
Note the details of the accident such as date, time, exact location,
road conditions, speed of each vehicle, direction vehicles traveling,
and damage to any property. If the accident involves a parked vehicle or
damage to property, try to find the owner. If you cannot find the owner,
leave a note. The note should contain the same information as above and
the date and time of the accident. You should then immediately report
the accident to the police. You should also notify your insurance
company as soon as possible.
New Hampshire law requires that if anyone is killed or injured or if the
combined property damage totals more than $1000, you must file an
official accident report to the Division of Motor Vehicles in Concord
within 15 days. If the accident is investigated by a police officer, you
are not required to file a separate report.
Operator Accident Report Form in Adobe PDF File Format
How do I obtain a
copy of a police report?
Forms are available at the front desk of the police station or may be
downloaded here. You will need to know some specific information in
order for us to retrieve the report. Not all police reports are public
information. A copy of the Newton Police Department’s policy on
dissemination of police reports is also available at the station.
Police Report Request Available in Adobe PDF File Format
What are the
parking restrictions in Newton?
Parking Violations and Penalties
Beyond A Painted Line $10.00
On A Sidewalk $10.00
On Crosswalk or within 20 ft. of Crosswalk at Intersection $15.00
Parked within Intersection $15.00
Blocking Driveway $15.00
Loading Zone $15.00
Winter Parking (Nov. 1 to May 1) $20.00
On RR Tracks or within 50 ft of RR Crossing $20.00
Obstructing Safe Movement of Traffic $20.00
Upon any Bridge $20.00
Within 20 ft of Fire Station Entrance $20.00
No Parking Zone/Restricted Parking $30.00
Fire Lane $30.00
Within 15 ft. of Fire Hydrant $30.00
No Parking $30.00
Handicapped Zone $30.00
If the fine for the parking violation is not paid within 21 days, the
fine amount will double. Payment can be made at the Newton Police
Department.
What is the
procedure/requirements for licensing my dog?
Dogs that are 4 months old or over must be licensed annually. This is
done through the office of the Town Clerk. You must bring a current
proof of rabies shot from your veterinarian. The cost is $6.50 if the
dog is spayed or neutered, $10.00 if the dog is not spayed or neutered.
Residents age 65 or older pay $2.00. Dog licenses are effective from May
1 of each year to April 30 of the subsequent year. If you fail to
license or renew your dog’s license by April 30th, you will be subject
to a $25.00 penalty. If you no longer own your dog, please notify the
Town Clerk.
I found a dead
bird and I am concerned about the West Nile Virus. What do I do?
West Nile Virus Info 1-866-273-6453
How do I contact
the Animal Control Officer?
The Animal Control Officer is
Kim Mears. You can contact Kim by calling the Police Department at
382-6774.
Kim’s working hours are as follows:
Routine Calls
Monday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Saturday off
Sunday off
Emergency Calls
Monday 24 hours
Tuesday 24 hours
Wednesday 24 hours
Thursday 24 hours
Friday 24 hours
Saturday off
Sunday off
On
Saturday and Sundays the Police Department handles all animal calls
(382-6774).
What are the hours
and phone numbers for the Town Offices and the Transfer Station?
Selectmen/Town Clerk’s Office:
Selectmen Phone 382-4405
Town Clerk Phone 382-4096
Monday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Friday CLOSED
Transfer Station:
Phone 382-7250
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday CLOSED
Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED
Who do I talk to
about a problem with my landlord?
For landlord/tenant disputes, go to the Plaistow District Court, 14 Elm
Street, Plaistow (382-4651) and file a 540A Petition. This will require
the landlord to appear before a judge to answer your grievance.
What are my
options regarding behavioral problems with my (minor) child?
There are several options available to families:
Family Mediation & Juvenile Services
of Southern Rockingham County
16 Academy Avenue
Atkinson, NH 03811
(603) 362-9957
www.fmjs.org
Provides resources to youths and families in order to reduce delinquency
and out of home placements, and to empower them as individuals, family
members, and citizens of the community. Programs offered are:
Parent-Child Mediation, Peer Mediation, Substance Abuse Awareness
Course, Anger Management Course, Stop Shoplifting Course, Tobacco
Education, Community Service Program, and Restitution Program.
CHINS
A CHINS (“child in need of services”) is a legal process that helps
address specific behavioral problems of children under the age of 18.
Specifically a child who is expressly found to:
- habitually, willfully, and without good and sufficient cause, be truant from school;
- habitually run away from home;
- repeatedly disregard the reasonable and lawful commands of his
parents; or
- place him or herself in unsafe circumstances.
A CHINS petition requires the parents/guardians and the child to appear
in court. A Juvenile Service Officer (JSO) may be assigned to the case
and may conduct an investigation. The judge considers all of the facts
presented to him concerning the child and then issues a final order that
is most appropriate for the child, the family and the public interest.
If you have any questions, or for more information and forms for filing
a CHINS, contact the police department or courthouse.
How do I obtain a
restraining order?
Domestic Violence Protection orders may be obtained from Rockingham
County Family Court, which is on Route 125 in Brentwood (642-6314), or
from Plaistow District Court, 14 Elm Street, Plaistow (382-4651). Civil
restraining orders must be obtained by order of the Rockingham County
Superior Court (642-5256). There is a $125 fee for a civil restraining
order. Stalking orders are also issued at the Rockingham County Superior
Court. There is no charge for a stalking order.
Please feel free to call if you have any questions regarding this
process.
Listed below are some additional services that are available:
NH Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
P.O. Box 353
Concord, NH 03302-0353
(603) 224-8893 - Office
Rape and Domestic Violence Crisis Center
P.O. Box 1344
Concord, NH 03302-1344
1-800-852-3388 - Crisis Line
(603) 225-7376 - Office
Sexual Assault Support Services
7 Junkins Avenue
Portsmouth, NH 03801
1-888-747-7070 - Crisis Line
(603) 436-4107 - Office
A Safe Place
P.O. Box 674
Portsmouth, NH 03802
1-800-852-3388 - Crisis Line
(603) 436-7924 - Office
The Newton Police Department recommends the services of “A Safe Place”,
Portsmouth, NH for assistance with domestic violence related issues. The
department will assist in any way possible in order to help resolve
these issues.
Newton Police
Department
2 Amesbury Road
Newton, NH 03858-0385 |
Emergency Dial 911
Business Line 603.382.6774
FAX Number 603.382.2194 |
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