The Crime Prevention Unit has a variety of programs available to assist the citizens and business owners of our community. Click on the programs below to learn more about what we can do to help you prevent crime.
Business Inspections
The Crime Prevention Unit will provide C.P.T.E.D. inspections to businesses upon request. These inspections will give business owners/managers some practical ideas for decreasing the potential of becoming victims of crime. Simple changes to lighting, landscaping, and storage practices can often prevent crimes of opportunity such as burglary and theft. For more information on this program, please call Crime Prevention Specialist, Kimberly Marquez at (909) 591-9871.
Child Fingerprinting
If you are interested in having a record of your child's fingerprints for identification purposes, the Chino Police Department is pleased to offer you two options.
First, the Community Support Team volunteer program provides this service at many public events throughout the year. You may utilize this service at the next City-sponosored event or fair in the area.
Second, the Crime Prevention Unit has do-it-yourself fingerprinting kits for you to use at home. Contact Crime Prevention Manager, Kimberly Marquez at (909) 591-9871 for a kit to be sent to you.
Citizen Academy
The Citizen Police Academy was established to promote an understanding of the Chino Police Department and its policies and procedures. In addition, the Academy provides training in all aspects of law enforcement and the issues that face police officers on a daily basis. The Academy goal is to also foster a spirit of cooperation between the city, its citizens and their Police Department. For more information on the next Citizen Academy, contact Tamrin Zich at (909) 590-5539.
Click here to download an application.
Community Watch
For those employers who have workers that visit residences and businesses within our City (Ex., delivery services, meter readers, cable technicians, etc.) the Crime Prevention Unit provides a free training class to assist them in identifying and reporting suspicious activity to the police department. These employees are valuable "eyes and ears" in our community and can help keep Chino a safe place to live, work and play. If you would like to know how your business can partner with us in Community Watch, please call Crime Prevention Specialist, Kimberly Marquez at (909) 591-9871.
Crime Free Multi-Housing Program 
This crime prevention program is designed to reduce crime, drugs, and gang activity on apartment properties. The program consists of three phases that must be completed under the supervision of the Chino Police Department. Property managers become individually certified after completing phase-one training. The property itself becomes certified upon successful completion of all three phases. The anticipated benefits are reduced police calls for service, a more stable resident base, and reduced exposure to civil liability.
Phase 1- Manager/Owner Instruction In this free 8-hour course, managers and owners are instructed on such issues as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (C.P.T.E.D.), tenant screening, crime-free lease addendums, crime prevention, community awareness and other pertinent issues. |
Phase 2 - C.P.T.E.D. Inspection The Crime Prevention Unit will provide a C.P.T.E.D. Inspection for the complex and provide the manager/owner with suggestions on any necessary improvements. |
Phase 3 - Resident Social/Neighborhood Watch Meeting Residents will be invited to participate in a social gathering, where they will learn the principles of Neighborhood Watch and Crime Free Multi-Housing. |
Following the completion of all three phases, complexes will be authorized to post their Crime Free Multi-Housing signage. For more information on this program, please call Crime Prevention Specialist, Kimberly Marquez at (909) 591-9871. |
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (C.P.T.E.D) focuses on improving and altering environmental elements in order to prevent a crime from occurring. The Chino Police Department's C.P.T.E.D. program provides practical tips and advice for improving residences, apartment complexes, shopping centers, parks, and industrial complexes. These improvements are designed to deter criminals and create a safe and secure environment.
E-Watch for Businesses
If you are a business owner or manager and would like to receive periodic bulletins from the Chino Police Department regarding crime trends, safety tips, and crime prevention techniques, become a member of the "E-Watch" program. Contact Kimberly Marquez at (909) 591-9871 or e-mail her at kmarquez@chinopd.org. Please provide your name, the name of your business, your e-mail address and phone number.
Home Inspections
The Crime Prevention Unit will provide C.P.T.E.D. inspections for home owners who are interested in decreasing the risk of becoming victimized by burglary or theft. The inspection includes examination of window and door locks, landscaping, and lighting. Simple adjustments can often prevent you from becoming the next victim. For more information on this program, please call Crime Prevention Specialist, Kimberly Marquez at (909) 591-9871.
Neighborhood Watch
The Crime Prevention Unit provides neighborhoods the opportunity to get involved with keeping their community safe! If you and your neighbors are interested in learning how you can help us make Chino a safer place to live, please call to set up your first meeting. Contact Police Service Officer, Gilbert Martinez at (909) 590-5540 for more information.
Safety Presentations
The Crime Prevention Unit can provide a variety of safety presentations for groups upon request. Topics include: Personal Safety, Senior Safety, Stranger Danger (children), Identity Theft, Robbery Prevention, and Earthquake Safety. Please call Police Service Officer, Gilbert Martinez for more information on this service (909) 590-5540.