General Info

The Newton Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency that protects residents lives and property and guards individual rights and community values. It maintains a records division that provides data entry, work release, automotive and equipment coordination, management research and crime analysis services. The department operates a criminal investigation unit that provides assistance to the patrol unit by conducting criminal investigations of serious crimes. Its patrol unit protects life and property through crime prevention, law enforcement and apprehending offenders. In addition, the department undertakes cases related to sexual offense, domestic violence, drug abuse and gang activity. The Newton Police Department is located in Newton, N.C.