Ames Police Department

Juvenile Division

The Juvenile Division of the Ames Police Department consists of the Juvenile Investigator and the School Resource Officer. The Juvenile Investigator is responsible for investigating crimes against property and crimes against people when the victim or perpetrator involved is a juvenile.

The School Resource Officer is assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division, but the officer's work week is spent at the Ames High School, Ames Middle School, and the nine elementary schools in the district.

In addition to the regular duties of the Juvenile Investigator and the School Resource Officer, both regularly attend a number of community meetings and serve on several committees. These too are an important element in fostering better communication between different agencies and departments. Building relationships among police, schools, and the community can strengthen the environment in which our children grow up.

Programs Available

The following programs can be used in a classroom setting or presentations may also be given to a variety of parent groups, organizations, or associations upon request.

Drug Awareness Information
Drunk Driving and the .02 Law
Teens, Alcohol and the Law
Stranger Danger
Shoplifting
Criminal Mischief
Date Rape
Domestic Violence
Government -- Rights and Responsibilities
Bicycle Safety
Using the Automated Crosswalk
Community Policing Questions and Answers
Harassment
Suicide Prevention

For comments, questions, or further explanation of any program, please contact the Juvenile Division at (515) 239-5313, or send us e-mail at:

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