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1. Where are you located?

The main headquarters is located at:

301 River Park Drive
East Saint Louis, IL 62201

2. What is the department’s mailing address?

Our mailing address is:

East Saint Louis Police Department
301 River Park Drive
East Saint Louis, IL 62201

3. How else can I contact the department?

Here are some useful phone numbers:

• Administration: 618-482-6790
• Crime Stoppers: 866-371-8477
• Criminal Investigations Division: 618-482-6721 or 618-482-6724
• Domestic Violence Unit: 618-482-6793
• Emergency: 911
• Police Dispatch: 618-482-6767/6700
• Police Records: 618-482-6781
• Recruitment/Public Relations: 618-482-6724

4. How do I obtain a copy of an accident report?

You may obtain a copy of an accident report by either appearing in person at the East Saint Louis Police Department, or by mailing your request to:

East Saint Louis Police Department
Attention: Records
301 River Park Drive
East Saint Louis, IL 62201

Whether you show up in person or mail in your request, you must provide us with the following information:

• Name of one of the drivers involved (not the insured/owner’s name).
• Date of the accident
• Location of the accident
• Time of the accident
• Report File Number

5. How do I get a report if the accident was investigated by the Illinois State Police?

You may contact the Illinois State Police District 11 at 618-346-3990.

6. How do I obtain a copy of an offense or incident report?

Offense and incident reports may be obtained by appearing in person, or by mailing your request to:

East Saint Louis Police Department
Attention: Records
301 River Park Drive
East Saint Louis, IL 62201

You must provide the following information before we can process your request:

• Victim’s name
• Date of the offense or incident
• Location, if available

7. How do I get license plates, car titles, or registration?

The East Saint Louis Police Department does not issue license plates, titles, or registration. You may obtain these items at one of the Secretary of State’s Drivers Services/License Examining Stations. For more information go to the Cyber Drive Illinois website. 

8. What is the Illinois Mandatory Insurance Law?

Illinois mandatory insurance law is one of the most significant consumer protection measure books. You must always carry your insurance card in your vehicle and show it upon request of a Law Enforcement officer. Your insurance company will send you an insurance card, usually when your insurance policy is issued or renewed.

Vehicle Affected

Liability insurance is required for all vehicles that must display license plates and are being driven, including cars, vans, motorcycles, recreational vehicles, trucks and buses. Trailers are not required to have liability insurance. If you have additional questions about Illinois Mandatory Insurance Law you may contact:

Office of the Secretary of State
Mandatory Insurance Division
429 Howlett Building
Springfield, IL 62756-7000
Phone: 217-524-4946
Cyber Drive Illinois Website

9. How do I get a copy of criminal or arrest history?

To obtain a copy of a criminal or arrest history, appear in person with your photo identification and your date of birth. There is a charge for a criminal or arrest history, and it will only include charges and arrests from the town of East Saint Louis.