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Neighborhood Watch
The Neighborhood Watch Program is a
working network of concerned and
proactive citizens throughout the Valley.
Meetings are conducted in neighborhoods
to establish an effective crime prevention plan. If you are
interested in beginning or joining a Neighborhood Watch
Program in your area, call (661) 940-3832.
VACATION SECURITY
Vacation is a time for fun and relaxation. Don’t let yours be ruined by
crime. Before leaving your home, follow these helpful tips:
• Have good locks on the doors and windows, and USE THEM!
• Engrave your valuables with an ID number, not your California
Driver’s License number and post “Operation ID” stickers in
entry doors and windows.
• Never leave your house key hidden outside under a doormat,
in a flower pot, or on the ledge of a door.
• Make sure your house appears “lived in.” Use timers for lights
and radios. Have a neighbor or friend pick up mail, packages
and newspapers. Keep the lawn mowed and watered.
• Leave trip plans and an emergency phone number with trusted
neighbors or friends.
The Sheriff’s Department also conducts “Vacation Checks” of residents’
homes. If you are planning a vacation and wish checks of your house,
please contact your local station.
PUBLIC SAFETY
Have you ever wanted to take a
behind-the-scenes look at a
Sheriff’s Station? Sign up for the
ANTELOPE VALLEY
COMMUNITY ACADEMY
The Community Academy is a free
informational program offered by the
Sheriff's Department designed to give
citizens a better understanding of how law
enforcement functions. This popular program
is a joint effort between the Lancaster and
Palmdale Stations.
Learn about the Sheriff’s Department’s
many functions through fun interesting
activities including:
• Guest lectures
• Participation in realistic sample
police scenarios
• Patrol car ride-alongs
• Station tours
• Tour of Pitchess Detention Center
To participate in the Community Academy,
you must be at least 18 years old, reside or
work in the Antelope Valley, and have no
outstanding warrants, felony convictions,
or currently be the subject of a criminal
process. All applications are subject to
Department approval.
For more information or to apply for the
program, stop by your local Sheriff’s
Station or call (661) 940-3831 for the
Lancaster Station or (661) 272-2415 for
the Palmdale Station.
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