FAQs • Le Mars, IA • CivicEngage

I came to your station and it was closed. How can I contact an officer?: There are police officers on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is a phone in the lobby of the police station. It rings directly to a dispatcher, who can direct an officer to assist you. If you are near a phone and have an emergency to report, dial 911. For all other non-emergency calls, call 712-546-4113.

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1. Where do I pay fines?: City of Le Mars parking fines should be paid at the Police Department. All other traffic fines should be paid at the Plymouth County Clerk of Court.

2. Where do I pay an ambulance bill?: Ambulance bills should be directed to Le Mars City Hall, 40 Central Avenue SE, Le Mars, Iowa 51031. For more information, call 712-546-7018.

3. Can I burn leaves in the city limits of Le Mars?: Open burning is prohibited by city ordinance. You may apply at City Hall for a temporary permit to burn.

4. Do I have to keep my dog in a kennel or on a chain?: Dogs are considered to be at-large if they are off the premises of the owner and not confined or under the control of the owner or responsible person. Dogs that are considered at-large shall be impounded.

5. I came to your station and it was closed. How can I contact an officer?: There are police officers on duty 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is a phone in the lobby of the police station. It rings directly to a dispatcher, who can direct an officer to assist you. If you are near a phone and have an emergency to report, dial 911. For all other non-emergency calls, call 712-546-4113.

6. Is it lawful for me to shoot a BB gun in the city limits?: It is unlawful for any person, other than a peace officer in the discharge of official duties, to shoot or discharge any firearm, air gun, BB gun, slingshot, bow or other weapon in the city.

7. How can I obtain a police report?: You may obtain a copy of an accident report by mail or at the front desk of the Police Department. There is photocopy fee for each report.

8. When should I use 911, and what is the routine number?: Anytime you have an emergency you should dial 911. Other non-emergency or routine calls should be made to 712-546-4113 or the Plymouth County Sheriff's Office at 712-546-8191.

9. How long can I park my car, pickup, or trailer on a city street?: Any vehicle, trailer or mobile home that is left parked on a street or alley for a continuous period of 48 hours or more may be impounded. On certain streets, and as posted, all night parking is prohibited. Trucks, truck-trailers, lowboy trailers and mobile homes are prohibited from parking on any public street or thoroughfare within the city during the hours from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., except for loading or unloading purposes.

10. What is this odd/even parking ordinance?: For more information regarding odd/even parking, visit the Winter Parking Restrictions page.