Public Safety

If you are in an emergency situation, call 911 immediately. This page provides basic 911 information and links to non-emergency services.

The Sheriffs Office provides arrest inquiries online for Hillsborough County.

Use this service to locate State of Florida crime data. Uniform Crime Reports (UCR), graphs and annual crime comparisons are available.

Crime Stoppers provides an anonymous, toll-free tipline and Web Tips to encourage citizens in the community to volunteer vital information helpful to law enforcement agencies to fight against crime. Tips may be submitted via phone, the web, or even text messaging.

Obtain Criminal History Information through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

Use this service to report issues related to illegal drug activity in the City.

Use this service for general correspondence to the Emergency Coordinator.

The Public Works Director and the Emergency Coordinator manage the coordination and planning of emergency/disaster response by City staff.

Office of Emergency Management, a Division of Tampa Fire Rescue

Recent hurricanes, flooding, tornadoes, and winter storms have emphasized the need for us all to be prepared for disasters in the Tampa Bay region. The frequency and intensity of these disasters are increasing. In 1998 alone, Hurricanes Georges and Mitch were responsible for the death of over 7,000 people in Central America and destroyed billions of dollars worth of property in Central America and Florida. The Public Works Department has prepared this guide to help you prepare for disasters.

Find your hurricane evacuation zone and other important information.

Use this service to inquire about or schedule an LP gas or fire code compliance inspection.

Monitor Fire Rescue calls for services as administered and maintained by the City of Tampa.

Use this service to map and monitor Tampa Fire Rescue calls for service.

Use this service for general correspondence to Fire Rescue.

The Fire Rescue Department provides essential service in the areas of fire prevention, fire protection, and emergency medical care. The department is comprised of the Operations, Rescue, Communications, Prevention, and Administrative Divisions.

Use this service to request information about Fire Stations or hydrant locations.

Information from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles databases is electronically available.

Find out who's in jail through the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Report crimes or highly suspicious activities to the Police.

Use this service to monitor Tampa Police calls for service.

Use this service for general correspondence to Police.

The Tampa Police Department, located on Florida's gulf coast, is responsible for ensuring the protection, safety and welfare of city residents and visitors; providing protection of property; and preventing crime. The department employs nearly 1000 sworn law enforcement personnel and over 300 civilian staff.

Search, request and pay for copies of Police traffic accident reports.

The Florida Department of Corrections provides a records inquiry service to assist in locating an offender.

Use this service to report issues and concerns related to traffic and pedestrian safety in streets around a school.

Link to the Florida Crime Information Center Public Access System. This site is designed to provide the public with the opportunity to assist law enforcement agencies in locating stolen property, missing persons and persons wanted in connection with ongoing investigations. It is not intended to be used for reporting property as stolen or persons as missing. Please contact your local law enforcement agency to report this kind of event.

Street light malfunctions are addressed by Tampa Electric Company. An online form is available to notify TECO of street lights or area lights that are out or malfunctioning. Street lights are located on public roads. Area lights are located on privately-owned roads or property.

Use this service to monitor Tampa Police responses to traffic related incidents.

View a map of Tampa Police Department traffic related calls for service (advisories).

View locations or intersections with a high number of vehicular accidents. 90-day historical summary of traffic crashes that have been reported to Tampa Police.

Use this service to report obstructions in sight lines at locations where a motorist view is obstructed of approaching traffic or of a traffic control device.

Use this service to request a change in existing intersection traffic control, i.e., Stop or Yield sign placement/modification.

Use this service only to report a missing or damaged street name sign where the situation does NOT require immediate attention.

Do not use this service for STOP, ONE WAY, YIELD, DO NOT ENTER or ANY TRAFFIC SIGNAL / LIGHT. Instead please call 813/622-1940 for immediate attention.

Use this service to report a problem with a traffic light or signal where the situation does not require immediate attention. Excessive timing delays are instances that are of a non-emergency nature. Please do not use this service to report failures; instead please call (813) 622-1940 for immediate attention.

The Sheriffs Office provides warrant inquiries online for Hillsborough County.