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Fire Department
Why does a fire engine respond when I call for a medical emergency?
Many times a fire engine will arrive when an ambulance is called because it is the closest emergency vehicle to the scene. All people on the fire engine are trained Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) or paramedics; therefore, they can provide whatever aid is necessary until an ambulance arrives. Many times the nature of the emergency will require additional personnel.
How do I become a firefighter or EMT?
Firefighter and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training may be obtained at any State of Florida Certified Training Center. For a list of training centers and contact information visit http://www.orangeparkfire.com/Certified_Training_Centers.html
Police Department
Where can I pay a moving violation ticket?
If it is a parking ticket from the Town of Orange Park contact the Orange Park Police Department at (904) 264-9565. For other tickets from Clay County Sheriff or Florida Highway Patrol, contact the Clay County Clerk of the Court by phone at (904) 269-6317 or visit them on the web at
Clay County Clerk’s Office
https://clayclerk.com/
Should I report suspicious activity in my neighborhood?
The Police Department depends on citizens calling to report crimes or suspicious activity. The receiving officer who takes your call will ask questions about the activity to determine its nature and ask for descriptions of the people involved. You will be asked for your name and address but you may refuse this information and we will still respond to the report.
Can you tell me if someone is in jail?
No. The Clay County Jail is run by the Clay County Sheriff’s Office. After we arrest someone, they are held for a brief period of time and then transported to the Clay County Jail. They are booked in the jail, the Sheriff’s Office is responsible for tracking information about that person. To find out if someone is in jail or what their bond is, call the jail at (904) 264-6512.
How do I obtain a clearance letter or local background check?
A clearance letter is basically a background check. It is sometimes referred to as a letter of good conduct. It can be done at any CLAY COUNTY SHERIFF substation . The full name, date of birth, race, sex, and social security number of the persons who needs the clearance must be provided. The charge is $5 (cash, money order or company check only). A letter will be provided stating either “no local record” or “record.” If the subject has a local record, a printout of the arrest history will be attached.
I received a call from a company claiming I had won a trip, but in order to claim my prize, I have to give them my bank account number, social security number, credit card number or some money. What should I do? Is this a scam?
The best rule of thumb is that if something sounds too good to be true, it is. And if you feel at all uneasy, there’s probably a good reason for that. You should never have to divulge personal information to receive a prize. And it’s always best to get information in writing, rather than over the telephone. If you do talk to someone on the phone, get their full name, the name of the company and phone number. Then you can call back to verify it is a legitimate company. If they won’t give you a name and number, chances are it is not legitimate.
I have had several phone calls from people representing themselves as police officers and asking for donations. Are these police officers and what is the money used for?
Town Of Orange Park police officers do not solicit money for the department. Police officers never make solicitations over the telephone. There are some law enforcement-related agencies such as the Fraternal Order of Police that solicit donations, but they are not police officers nor does the money directly benefit local law enforcement. However, some of the money does help support the sponsorship of legislation concerning law enforcement.
If the organization is legitimate, they will give you this information and then you can decide whether you want to make a donation. It’s also a good idea to ask for a financial statement or budget before making a decision about whether to donate to the organization.
How can I get fingerprinted?
We do not provide this service, however you can check with the following:
Clay County Sheriff’s Department: 901 N. Orange – Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-7575
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Department: 501 E. Bay St – Jacksonville, FL (904) 630-7600
How do I obtain a police report?
Police reports can be obtained at the front desk Mon-Fri, 9:00 A.M.- 4:00 P.M., or by mail by sending a self-addressed envelope and proper payment. A charge of .15 cents per page is assessed for case report and a Crash reports are $10 . MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO : Town Of Orange Park.
SEE THE PUBLIC RECORDS SECTION OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT PAGE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Red Light Cameras
What if I am not the driver/owner of the vehicle at the time of the violation?
As the registered owner of the vehicle, you are deemed responsible for the violation and the payment of the penalty unless, in compliance with Florida Statue 316.0083(1)(d)1.a-d, you establish by a sworn affidavit that a statutory exemption applies.
The exemptions are that the motor vehicle:Passed through the intersection in order to yield the right of way to an emergency vehicle or as part of a funeral procession;
Passed through the intersection at the direction of a law enforcement officer;
Was, at the time of the violation, in the care, custody, or control of another person; or
A Uniform Traffic Citation was issued by a law enforcement officer to the driver of the motor vehicle for the violation of Florida Statute 316.074(1) and 316.075(1)(c)1 stated in this Notice.
The affidavit must be sworn before a notary or other person authorized to administer oaths.If you assert that the vehicle was in the care, custody or control of another person, you must provide the name, address, date of birth, and if known the driver’s license number of the person who leased, rented, or otherwise had care, custody, or control of the vehicle at the time of the violation.
ACCEPTANCE OF THIS ASSERTION BY THE ORANGE PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT WILL RESULT IN THE ISSUANCE OF A UNIFORM TRAFFIC CITATION TO THE PERSON NAMED IN THE AFFIDAVIT.If the vehicle was stolen, then the affidavit must include a copy of a police report showing the vehicle to have been stolen.
You may print the form Affidavit of Non-Responsibility available at www.violationinfo.com
How do I know that these violations are valid?
Images of your vehicle were captured and recorded by a Traffic Light Safety System. You can review you images and video of the actual occurrence online at www.violationinfo.com. In addition, each violation is reviewed by a sworn member of the Orange Park Police Department prior to being issued.
Can I schedule a hearing?
Yes. You may elect a hearing. You can do this by going to www.violationinfo.com, provide your notice and pin number, and select "hearing request form." Download and complete this form and return it by either mail fax or email. You may also call Orange Park Town Hall at 904-278-3011 and request a hearing date.
How much do I have to pay for a Hearing?
A person who is found guilty after a Hearing may be liable for an additional penalty, court costs and fees not to exceed $500, in addition to the amount of the civil penalty assessed for the violation.
I paid the violation; why did I receive another notice?
The notice you just received could be for additional violations or it could be a Uniform Traffic Citation which is now a past due notice. It can take as many as 5 business days to show in the system once the payment is mailed.
Call 1-866-225-8875 to confirm that you payment was received.
What if I was issued a citation from an officer for the same offense?
The citation issued by a police officer takes precedence over the Notice of Violation. You must submit an affidavit with the serial number of the Uniform Traffic Citation that you received for violation of Florida Statue 316.074(1) and 316.075(1)(C)1. For faster processing of the affidavit, you can include a copy of the Uniform Traffic Citation.
Is this only a revenue generating program?
This is a safety program. Automated safety systems have been shown to reduce red light violations and intersection crashes. Often other intersections not monitored by automated enforcement also see a decrease in violations and accidents because of the presence of enforcement in other areas of the community.
How do I pay a Notice of Violation?
Online: Web address is on the Notice of Violation, By Mail – check or money order with the coupon from your Notice. Do Not Mail Cash. Pay by phone w/ Credit Card. Call toll free 1-866-225-8875 between the hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday. There is a convenience fee of $4.00 at the time of credit card payment. If you have any questions, call Customer Service toll free at 1-866-225-8875
Where are the cameras located?
Kingsley/Debarry east/westbound, US17/Loring north and southbound and Kingsley/US17 north/south on US17, eastbound only on Kingsley.
What is a red light running violation?
A red light running violation occurs when a motorist enters an intersection by crossing the stop line after the traffic signal has turned red. Motorists already in the intersection when the signal changes to red, waiting to turn for example, are not considered red-light violators.
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