Ride-Along

Thank you for taking an interest in riding with a Citrus Heights Police Officer. The Citizen Ride-Along Program provides an opportunity for interested persons to observe field operations and the challenging work our officers face. We intend the program to be educational and provide participants with a better understanding of the responsibilities of our Police Officers. Overall, police effectiveness will not be achieved without community involvement.

Any Citrus Heights resident who is at least 16 years of age may apply for a ride-along. Approved applicants may ride once every year. All participants in the program must sign the waiver and release, assuming the risk of injury or danger and waiving any claim against the City of Citrus Heights, the Citrus Heights Police Department, the Chief of Police, or the officers. Individuals under 18 years of age must have a parent or guardian sign the waiver.

Please mail the completed application and waiver back to CHPD, 6315 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621, or fax it to (916) 727-4973. After your criminal background is complete and the application approved, you will be notified by phone of the date and time of your appointment. Please allow two weeks for your application to be processed and for someone to contact you to schedule your ride-along. You may request your four (4) hour ride for any of the patrol shifts outlined below.

As the officers have briefings before you are scheduled to ride, arriving exceptionally early is unnecessary - just on time. When you arrive during business hours, go to the front counter and let the staff or volunteer know you are here for a Ride-Along. After hours, call the communications center at (916) 727-5500. A sergeant will arrange for an officer to meet you out front once they are notified.

Please click here for the Ride-Along Application.

If you have any questions, please contact (916) 727-5500.