1. How do I get emergency help to someone in Brighton if I'm calling from outside Monroe County?

In an emergency you can reach the Monroe County 911 Center by dialing (585) 428-6666, and they will dispatch your call to the Brighton Police Department, 24/7.

2. How do I deal with annoying phone calls?

Contact your telephone service provider, so that they can document the problem. Your phone company may be able to provide you with some options to discourage unwanted calls. If you are being harassed or threatened, call 911 to file a report with a police officer.

3. How do I obtain a copy of a police report?

Copies of approved motor vehicle accident reports are available to the involved parties online via Crashdocs.org. To learn more about this system see a detailed explanation under our Records tab. Alternatively, parties named on the report can obtain a copy by bringing photo identification to the Brighton Police Department during normal business hours.

Copies of approved crime and incident reports are available to the victims. Contact the Records Division at (585) 784-5125 for more information.

4. The people to notify in an emergency at my business have changed. How do I notify the Police Department?

The police department requests that the list of people to notify in an emergency be kept as accurate as possible. In this way, we can contact you immediately if necessary and not needlessly bother individuals no longer connected with your business. To change your information, print out the update form and mail it to the Brighton Police Department, 2300 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618. Emergency Contact Form

5. When must child restraint seats be used?

Children under the age of 4 and weighing less than 40 pounds must be in approved child safety seats. All children under the age of 2 must use a rear-facing car seat until they are two years old or reach the highest weight or height limit allowed by the manufacturer of the car seat. For babies that outgrow their infant-only car seat, a convertible or 3-in-1 car seat should be used in the rear-facing position until they outgrow the maximum height and weight for the rear-facing position. Children ages 4, 5, 6, and 7 must be properly secured in an appropriate child restraint system, such as a child safety seat, harness/vest, or booster seat. Seat belts are not designed for children under 4’9”, and do not protect small children. Your child should stay in a booster seat until the adult seat belt fits him or her properly. This is usually when your child reaches 4’9" in height and is about 8 years old. All drivers and passengers are required to use seat belts.

6. How do I get my towed vehicle released?

For vehicles authorized to be released, an "Authorization for Release Slip" must be obtained from Records during normal business hours. To obtain the "Authorization for Release Slip" you must provide the following documents: •Valid Ownership Papers (Title &/or Registration) •Valid Insurance Card •Valid Personal Photo ID. The vehicle will only be released to the registered or titled owner, unless written notarized authorization from the owner is produced. An owner obtaining a release slip where the vehicle is stored at the PD impound may pick it up 24 hours a day. The minimum tow fee is $160.00 and is subject to additional charges. The storage fee of $40.00 per day starts after the vehicle is approved for release. Payment must be made in the form of cash (exact amount). You may call Records at 784-5125 to find out the amount due. An owner obtaining a release slip where the vehicle is stored at Sutherland Service, Harding's Towing or Twelve Corners Towing must contact the appropriate vendor for release information and storage fees. Their phone numbers are: Sutherland - (585) 381-5610; Harding's - (585) 424-3200; and Twelve Corners - (585) 473-5000.

7. How do I report suspected drug activity?

To report suspected drug activity, call the Brighton Police Department's hotline at (585) 784-5382.

8. How may I get my fingerprints taken?

Fingerprinting is available to Town residents and those people working within the Town of Brighton. Fingerprints are taken on Mondays from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm and on Wednesdays from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm, holidays excluded. Please call ahead (585) 784-5125 to ensure that fingerprinting for that day has not been canceled. Anyone wishing to have their fingerprints taken must show photo identification, and must provide a completed and signed fingerprint card, available from the requesting agency. The fee is $5.00 cash (exact amount only, please) per fingerprint card. The police department no longer fingerprints for immigration purposes.

9. What restrictions are placed on operators of motor vehicles with learner's permits?

A person with a learner's permit may operate a vehicle between the hours of 5:00 am and 9:00 pm when in the direct company of a person age 21 or older who is in possession of a valid New York State driver's license to operate that type of vehicle. Persons with permits may drive between the hours of 9 pm and 5 am when in the direct company of a licensed parent, guardian, Driver Education teacher or Driving School Instructor. See additional restrictions and information on the NYS DMV web site. NYS DMV

10. What restrictions are placed on drivers with junior licenses?

A person under the age of 18, holding a junior license, may drive between the hours of 5:00 am and 9:00 pm. A person with a junior license may drive without a supervising driver between 9 pm and 5 am only directly between home and a school course or employment. See additional restrictions and information on the NYS DMV web site. NYS DMV

11. What parking restrictions exist in the Town of Brighton?

No parking is allowed on Town streets from November 1 to April 15 between the hours of 2:00 am and 7:00 am. For more parking regulations, see Chapter 185 of the Town Code. Town Code

12. How do I pay a parking or traffic ticket?

The fines for a parking ticket are listed directly on the ticket. If you plead guilty, the fine can be paid to the Court either in person Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm or by mail.
For traffic tickets, you must enter a plea to the court either in person or by mail, before your court date. (On handwritten tickets, see Section "B" on the reverse side of the traffic ticket. On computer generated tickets, see the right side of the ticket.) You may plead guilty either in person Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm or by mail and the fine will be assessed.

13. What are the telephone numbers for the police department?

For emergencies, to report suspicious activity or to make any type of report call 9-1-1Administration call (585) 784-5150
Investigative Division call (585) 784-5110
Records Division call (585) 784-5125

14. Who is required to wear a bicycle helmet?

All persons age 14 and younger are required to wear a bicycle helmet when they are riding a bicycle or roller-blading.

15. How do I retrieve property in police custody?

Property may be retrieved during the hours of 9:00 am to 4:00 pm by contacting the property clerk at (585) 784-5116. It is recommended you call before you come to the police department to avoid any inconvenience. Property held as a result of criminal activity must first be cleared for release by the district attorney’s office.

16. During what times of the year are studded snow tires legal?

Studded snow tires are legal between October 16 and April 30.

17. Can I call the police if I am locked out of my vehicle?

Because of the potential for damage to vehicles, the police department no longer attempts to open locked doors. A tow company or locksmith is your best alternative. If a child or pet is locked inside, a police officer will request the fire department to gain entry into the vehicle.

18. How do I take care of a warrant issued for my arrest?

You have two choices. You may call 9-1-1 and advise the operator that a warrant has been issued and that you would like to turn yourself in or you may appear at the police department and advise the records personnel at the front counter.