Newton Police Department - Newton, New Jersey

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Newton Police Department
39 Trinity Street
Newton, New Jersey 07860

Emergency: 9-1-1
Phone: 973-383-2525
Fax: 973-383-0090
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Mission Statement

4 Wheel Driver Patrol Vehicle

This law enforcement agency is dedicated to the equitable and impartial enforcement of laws and ordinances to protect human life, property, and to maintain the public peace. In accomplishing our mission of protection and service, the members of this agency will respect Constitutional rights, human dignity and community values.

We commit to the enhancement of a police-community partnership, and will assist the members of our community with the identification and resolution of problems, in the effort to improve quality of life. We will give our community the highest quality of law enforcement services possible, while continuously striving for the highest professional standards.

Value Statement

The Newton Police Department enjoys a reputation for professional excellence. We shall strive to meet all objectives and goals of the police mission with an unwavering commitment to personal and organizational integrity.

Officers laying a wreath at the 9-11 Memorial

We will recognize the wealth of our community's cultural diversity and act with appropriate tolerance and dignity, striving for the impartial and responsible fulfillment of our assignments and duties.

We shall uphold the spirit, as well as the statement, of our Public Oath of Office, having accountability to those we serve.

Sgt Philhower and a student at Merriam Ave School

We recognize and acknowledge that all members of this law enforcement agency are valuable resources. We accept our obligation to each other and to our community to provide each agency member with the appropriate opportunities to achieve his or her professional potential.

Organizational Structure

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Organizational Chart