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Mission
The mission of the Columbus Police Department is to maintain peace and order in the community. We seek to accomplish this mission in a fair and consistent manner, exhibiting high ethical standards. Our members are committed to a level of training and education that allows us to provide quality services to the citizens of Columbus.
Payment of Parking Citations
Parking citations should be mailed or paid at the Columbus Police Department, at 159 S. Ludington St. We accept cash, check or money order. There is a secure drop box in the lobby for after-hours payments.
Wisconsin Crime Alert
The City of Columbus Police Department is an active member of the Wisconsin Crime Alert Network (WCAN) (PDF).
Sexual Offenders
On the State of Wisconsin, Department of Corrections Sexual Offender Registry (SOR) website you can select a search based on a geographic location or by name.
This is being provided as a public service. The City of Columbus, Columbus Police Department or this website cannot be responsible for the accuracy of the information provided by another organization’s website.
Substance Abuse/Addiction
Are you or someone you know struggling with substance abuse/addiction? If you need help but don’t know where to turn to please contact Prevention And Response Columbia County (PARCC).
Use of Force Policy
This policy establishes policies and procedures for the Columbus Police Department regarding: the use of force and identifying the responsibilities of officers using force or after it has been used; to provide guidance to officers when persons become injured due to the use of force by an officer; and to provide guidelines for officers for the reporting and review of any officer-involved critical incident. Link to full Use of Force Policy.
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Police Department
Physical Address
159 S Ludington Street
Columbus, WI 53925
Phone: 920-623-5919Fax: 920-623-5930Emergency Phone: 911
Note: After hours calls may be received by the Columbia County Sheriff’s Dispatch Center.
Hours:
Monday - Friday:
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
The office is closed on holidays. Patrol officers are on-duty 24 hours a day. An officer can be reached by calling the non-emergency number: (920) 623-5919.
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Dennis Weiner
Chief of Police