Why we do what we do
A note of thanks and gratitude for sending three of your officers, three of your best, to participate in our Grand Fiesta at Closter Park on June 30, 2012. Officers Jeffery Lofton, Richard Lopez and Melanie Coffin were an asset and a huge hit with the kids as well as the parents... they interacted with the kids, always...
Message from the Chief
Welcome to the Salinas Police web site, brought to you by the men and women of the Salinas Police Department.
We believe that while law enforcement is the responsibility of Salinas Police Officers, public safety is everyone’s responsibility. It is clear that a...
Question of the Day
Can I drink alcohol while walking down a City street in Salinas?
No, it is illegal to drink any beverage that contains alcohol while on public property. The Salinas Municipal Code Section (21-2) states that, "No person shall drink any beer, wine or other intoxicating beverage on any public street, sidewalk, alley, highway, plaza parkway, parking lot, airport terminal, or bus or train depot in the City...