On-Line Reporting

Please Note: cookies must be enabled to use the "Report a Crime" online forms. These cookies are destroyed when the report is submitted.

IN AN EMERGENCY CALL 911

DO NOT use these forms if the crime is happening right now or within the past 30 minutes. Instead, call 911 or the Dispatch non-emergency number: (406) 455-8599

Use of this online system is entirely voluntary, and is provided for user convenience to report certain crimes which do not require a police officer response to the scene.

DO NOT use this form if:

  • The crime is a burglary. In other words, breaking into something which has four walls and a roof. For instance, if someone got into a garage and took a bike. This is a burglary and requires an officer response
  • Evidence needs to be collected; for instance: photos, video surveillance, or anything left at the scene by the suspect*
  • An officer has already responded to the complaint; the officer will complete the report
  • The crime occurred outside the city limits of Great Falls
  • The crime occurred more than six months ago
  • The crime involves a stolen vehicle or stolen firearm
  • The value of the stolen or damaged property is more than the felony amount of $1500

These forms should be used for:

  • Non-emergency, misdemeanor, "cold call" type reports
  • Shoplifting reports (if the suspect is gone; with evidence is ok)
  • Theft of a bicycle, theft from an auto, theft of gasoline, general theft, etc.
  • Vandalism to vehicle, building, etc.
  • Suspicious activities or circumstances
  • Harassment and obscene phone calls
  • Trespassing complaints
  • Lost property
  • Informational complaints

When your report is processed in the Records Bureau, a number will be assigned and emailed to you. You must provide a valid email address in order to receive a report number by email.

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