• Business Security
• Cadet ProgramI
• Home Security
• Police Reserves
• Workplace Safety

Business Security:

Bad Check Program: 
The Elko Police Department has a "bad check" program and packet, making it easy and convenient for businesses that have people "bounce" checks to file a report and begin the process of reimbursement and prosecution. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department, 1401 College Avenue, (775) 777-7310.

Shoplifting: 
The number one cause of business failure. The Elko Police Department has a class on shoplifting for businesses. It explains who shoplifts, ways to prevent loss from shoplifting, what to do when you are being victimized, your legal rights and much more. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department at (775) 777-7310.

Burglary Prevention: 
The Elko Police Department will visit your business and evaluate your security, surveillance and building layout to better assist you in preventing loss from burglary. For more information or to schedule a visit, please call the Elko Police Department at (775) 777-7310.

Home Security

Reducing Thefts: 
The Elko Police Department is eager to help you reduce the risk of home burglary and theft through preventative measures. These measures include home security measures such as adequate locks for doors, window security, securing valuables, cataloging and videotaping personal items and much more. For more information or scheduling a class for your organization, contact the Elko Police Department @ (775) 777-7310

Personal Safety: 
The Elko Police Department presents a "Personal Safety Class" for men and women, either in a neighborhood, business or organization setting. This class explains ways to keep from being a victim, self defense methods and much more. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department @ (775) 777-7310.

Danger Stranger: 
The Elko Police Department has been presenting "Danger Stranger" classes to the children of Elko, ages 3 to 10 for many years. This class is fun and uses a video similar to the Muppets to teach the children. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department @ (775) 777-7310.

House Watch Program:
The Elko Police Department provides a house watch service to the public at no charge. This house watch program is activated when you call the police and ask for it. This provides peace of mind when on vacation or out of town for extended periods of time. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department @ (775) 777-7310.

Cadet Program

The Elko Police Department Cadet program educates youths ages 15 1/2 to 20 in law enforcement careers.

Cadets learn tactics, procedures, laws and other daily duties of the police officer. The volunteer program consists of weekly classes, ride-a-longs with officers, bike patrol ride-a-longs and special events security. The program prepares young adults for a career in law enforcement.

If you are interest in joining the Elko Police Department Cadet program contact Sgt. Will Lehmann at (775) 777-7310

Workplace Safety

Inturder in the Workplace.
Due to the increased violence in the workplace today, the Elko Police Department now offers a class advertising the Intruder in the Workplace. This class covers the angry client, the armed intruder, the hostage taker and much more. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department at (775) 777-7310.

Bomb Threats & Suspicious Packages.
The Elko Police Department offers a class to businesses and agencies teaching them how to deal with a person calling in a bomb threat. The police also teach people what to do when a suspicious package is found in the workplace. Your safety is our main concern. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department at (775) 777-7310.

Harassing Phone Calles.
The Elko Police Department realizes that harassment is a major problem today for many people. Harassment may be from an employee's spouse, and angry client or may be random in nature. If you are having problems with harassment, please call the police for help. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department at (775) 777-7310.

Harrassment in the Workplace.
Harassment in the workplace wastes time and money. It costs a business valuable employees through resignations and may lead to law suits being filed against the perpetrator and the business that employs him/her. The Elko Police Department is available to help you train your staff about this sensitive and highly volatile problem. For more information or to schedule a class, call the Elko Police Department at (775) 777-7310.