
Police Department
The City of University Place has contracted with the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department for police services since its incorporation in 1995. The UPPD is comprised of a team of deputies assigned to the City to provide 24/7 police services. Currently, the team consists of 14 Deputies, 1 Sergeant, and 1 Chief.
The City of University Place has a small town feel while still boasting a population of over 33,000 residents and a growing business community. The UPPD embraces a community policing philosophy through its daily interactions with citizens, and ongoing partnerships with community groups and businesses. The UPPD offers a variety of public safety classes and crime prevention programming to help foster the relationship between police and the community.
Please review our website for answers to many of your questions, but don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly if you can’t find your answer here.
Current Updates
Due to the COVID-19 virus the police department doors will be closed to the public. We will remain this way for the foreseeable future. Ways to conduct business are listed below. Please check back for updates on closure. Additonal COVID updates can be found on the COVID-19 Public Safety Information page.
This year the U.P. Police Department held its first Virtual Public Safety Forum on Feb. 4, 2021. Chief Greg Premo spoke to a multitude of topics related to Public Safety in U.P., here are some of the main points! If you have questions or would like more information email UPPublicSafety@CityofUP.com.
Office Information
Business Office Hours: | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Monday - Friday (except holidays) |
Address: |
3612 Drexler Dr W, University Place, WA 98466 |
Business Office Phone:
Business Fax Number:
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253.798.4058 253.798.4867 |
Emergency Line | 911 | 911 is for emergency use only. An emergency is defined as "an immediate threat to life or property, or a crime in progress." If a speedy response will solve the problem and prevent further injury or damage, call 911. |
24-Hour Non-Emergency Line | 253.287.4455 | Report any other issue, concern or suspicious circumstance by dialing the 24-hour non-emergency number. This number may ring for several minutes if there is a high volume of emergency 911 calls. |
Firearm Permit, obtaining copies of a police report or online reporting of a crime | 253.287.4900 | For questions relating to gun permits or obtaining a copy of a police report. You may also visit the South Sound 911 website. |
The prevention of crimes is a primary focus and goal of the University Place Police. It is when crimes are prevented that society is best served. The University Place Police have several measures in place to help citizens and businesses to determine their risks and take measures to prevent crime, which are listed in detail on the Crime Prevention Programs page linked below.
Cadet Program
CodeRED / PC Alert
"Crime Data for Your Neighborhood"
Fireworks Discharge Information
Personal Safety Tips
Personal Safety Tips for Children
Public Safety Commission
Public Safety Programs
Reporting Crime in University Place
University Place Municipal Court
U.P. Police Department (Pierce County Sheriff)
Police Services Division
CodeRED / PC Alert
"Crime Data for Your Neighborhood"
Fireworks Discharge Information
Personal Safety Tips
Personal Safety Tips for Children
Public Safety Commission
Public Safety Programs
Reporting Crime in University Place
University Place Municipal Court
U.P. Police Department (Pierce County Sheriff)
Police Services Division
Greg Premo | Police Chief | 253.798.3209 |
Cory Shears | Sergeant | 253.798.3208 |
Leslie Wheeler | Office Manager | 253.798.3206 |
Jennifer Hales | Public Safety Manager | 253.798.3141 |