Is it legal to ride a bicycle on the sidewalk?
From The State of Texas Transportation Code 551.101 "A person operating a bicycle has same the rights and duties applicable to a driver operating a vehicle......" and goes on to list certain exceptions required by the very nature of bicycles. Therefore it is illegal to ride a bicycle on the sidewalk.
Section 551.203, however, states "A person may operate an electric personal assistive mobility device (which can only have two wheels) on a sidewalk."
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How do I get a copy of a report?
You may obtain a copy of an Offense Report by contacting the Rowlett Police Department Records Section in person at 4401 Rowlett Road, Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM, or by mail. Requests must include information to identify the report, i.e. incident number, date and location of offense or complainant’s name. Mailed requests should be sent to the address listed below on an Open Records Request Form and must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Copies of offense reports are provided at a cost of 10 cents per page.
You may obtain a copy of an Accident Report by contacting the Rowlett Police Department Records Section, in person at 4401 Rowlett Road, Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM, or by mail. Requests must include a minimum of two factors identifying the report, i.e. location, date of occurrence, name of driver or incident number. Mailed requests should be sent to the address listed below on a completed Open Records Request Form and must be accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
There is a $4.00 charge, payable to the City of Rowlett, for each accident report provided.
Written requests should be mailed to:
Rowlett Police Department
Records Section
P.O. Box 370
Rowlett, Texas 75030-0370
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May electric vehicles and motorized scooters be ridden on streets and sidewalks in Rowlett?
Yes, but there are specific requirements which must first be met. Relevant Texas law regarding electric scooters may be viewed in it's original format as approved by the Texas Legislature by following this link to Transportation Code Section 551.301.
Sidewalks and roadways are available for use by scooters with a motor size less than 40 cc's.
Scooters may only be operated on roadways with a posted speed limit of 30 MPH and lower.
For purposes of this law, motorized scooters with engines greater than 40 cc. capacity will be regulated under the same laws as motor vehicles. Municipalities are given the privilege of further regulation, and such an ordinance has been enacted by the Rowlett City Council. You may want to visit our Scooter Safety page.
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How can I file a supplemental stolen property report?
Offense and Incident supplemental stolen property reports may be obtained by following this link to download a copy online, contacting the Rowlett Police Department Records Section, in person at 4401 Rowlett Road, Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM, or by mail. Mailed requests should include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
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How do I get fingerprinted?
Fingerprinting may be obtained by contacting the Rowlett Police Department Detention Services Section, located at 4401 Rowlett Road. Fingerprinting is done 24 hours depending on workload. Civilians are not permitted in the secure area when prisoners are being processed. There is a $5.00 charge per fingerprint card, payable to the City of Rowlett. We are unable to provide fingerprinting for immigration purposes.
Please be aware that fingerprinting is done in the jail. Persons under 18 are not permitted in the jail and we have no facilities to accomidate small children.
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How do I get an impounded vehicle released?
Vehicles NOT held as evidence in a criminal action will be released by the storing wrecker service company. If you do not know where your vehicle has been stored, you may contact the City of Rowlett Police Department Communications Division at 972-412-6200 and select Option #1 for the location.
The Texas Department of Transportation provides guidelines to the wrecker service companies regarding release of vehicles. This is not controlled by the City of Rowlett Police Department. To view the curent TxDOT regulations regarding vehicle storage facilities and vehicle releases please follow this link to the TxDot website. To obtain your vehicle, you must contact the appropriate wrecker storage company and pay the impound/storage fees accrued.
If your vehicle has been impounded as evidence in a criminal action, or a law enforcement HOLD has been placed on the vehicle, you should contact the City of Rowlett Police Department Criminal Investigation Division between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday thru Friday.
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How can I get a listing of registered sex offenders residing in Rowlett?
You may obtain a listing of registered sex offenders residing in Rowlett by submitting a written request on this downloadable form, in person, to the Rowlett Police Department Criminal Investigations Division (located on the second floor) at 4401 Rowlett Road, Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM, or by mail. Mailed requests should include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.
Written requests should be submitted on the same form and mailed to:
Rowlett Police Department Criminal Investigations Division
Re: Registered Sex Offender List Request
P.O. Box 370
Rowlett, Texas 75030-0370
You may also view certain Rowlett Police Department Sex Offender Information ONLINE by following this link.
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How do I get someone out of jail?
The method for getting a person released from jail varies depending on the offense or offenses with which the arrested person has been charged. You may contact the Rowlett Jail by phone, at 972-412-6200 and select Option #3 to obtain information on release methods.
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How can I file a complaint against an officer or civilian employee?
Complaints may be filed by contacting the Rowlett Police Department Internal Affairs Section, Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM, in person at 4401 Rowlett Road, or by phone at 972- 412-6220. Outside of the hours listed above, you may contact the on-duty Watch Commander by phone at 972-412-6200 and select Option #1. Any officer will be able to inform you of the necessary steps and get you in contact with the appropriate individual who will assist you in the process.
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How can I officially commend an officer or civilian employee for a job well done?
Just like you, our employees need the positive reinforcement that comes with being recognized for doing a good job. If you have come into contact with an employee of the Rowlett Police Department and feel that the level of service they gave was "above and beyond the call of duty" please let us know by one of the methods below:
-By telephone by calling the appropriate division/section
-By email to this email address
-By mail by sending a letter to:
Chief Matt Walling
Rowlett Police Department
PO Box 370
Rowlett, Texas 75030-0370
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What can I do about Identity Theft?
If you have been a victim of Identity Theft, wish to limit our exposure to the possibility of Identity Theft, or just wish to obtain more information on thie growing offense, you may wish to visit www.texasfightsidtheft.gov .
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