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1. How can I get a Knoxville Police Department patch?

The Knoxville Police Department receives numerous requests for police patches each year. It is our policy to only honor requests are made by law enforcement employees on a department letterhead that include a patch in trade. If you meet these standards mail your patch and request to:
Knoxville Police Department
305 S. Third St.
Knoxville, IA 50138

A Knoxville patch will be sent to you.

2. How do I become a Police Officer in Knoxville?

KPD only accepts applications when there is an opening. Applicants who meet the basic requirements are invited to test for the position. The Knoxville Civil Service Board then certifies a list of applicants for the Chief to choose from. That list is used for any openings in the 12 months after it is created. The final applicant then goes through a background investigation including psychological testing and a medical physical. Once the applicant has passed all phases an offer of employment is made and the new officer begins a 12 month probation with KPD.

KPD follows the requirements set out by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Applicants must be 18, have graduated high school or possess a G.E.D., have uncorrected vision in each eye no worse than 20/100, and pass a fitness test. A link to the Academy is included with this answer. Iowa Law Enforcement Academy

3. I need to be fingerprinted for a job application. Where do I go?

At this time KPD does not fingerprint the general public for non-criminal matters. People needing to be fingerprinted may contact the Marion County Sheriff's Office at 641-828-2220 to have their fingerprints taken.

4. What is the Knoxville Snow Ordinance, when does it go into effect, and how can I be notified?

The Knoxville Snow Ordinance is designed to allow City crews to more easily plow City streets. It makes it illegal to park any vehicle on any City street when it is in effect. Vehicles found on the street may be cited ($25 fine) and/or towed. The Knoxville Snow Ordinance generally goes into effect any time we expect to receive one inch or more of snow. Once declared, the Knoxville Snow Ordinance stays in effect until the storm ends AND the street has been plowed from curb to curb or 24 hours has passed since the storm ended. It is announced on all local media and this web site. You may sign up to be notified by email or text message on the Notify Me section of this web site.

5. How may I ride along with a Police Officer?

The Police Department does allow civilian ride alongs. The ride must be pre-approved and a waiver must be signed. If the rider is under 18, a parent or guardian must also sign the waiver. The ride along form may be found below. Ride Along Form

6. How can I get a Knoxville Police Department patch?

The Knoxville Police Department receives numerous requests for police patches each year. It is our policy to only honor requests made by law enforcement employees on department letterhead that include a patch in trade. If you meet these standards mail your patch and request to:

Knoxville Police Department
305 S. Third St.
Knoxville, IA 50138

A Knoxville patch will be sent to you.

7. May I use a golf cart or UTV on City streets?

Yes if you first get a permit. To get a permit you must pay a fee, show proof of insurance, and have the unit inspected. Inspection is to insure the unit has a bicycle safety flag, a visible safety triangle, and no obvious defects making the unit unsafe. Call the PD at 641-828-0541 to get an application or to arrange an inspection.