FAQ - What is a "Civil Standby"?
Question: What is a "Civil Standby"?
Answer: A Civil Standby is a situation where the police officer stands by to keep the peace in a situation involving a civil dispute, not a violation of the law. It is very common in domestic or landloard/tenant disputes, where one party wants to remove his or her property from a dwelling for example. One of the parties will call our department and request a stand-by. The officer stands by and tries to insure that the move is done peacefully. The officer is a neutral party in such a case, however he or she may take action if one party assaults another. If you feel you need an officer for a Civil Standby, please call us at the number listed below.
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