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University Police

The University Police Department is committed to preserving a safe environment for everyone, whether you are a student, faculty, staff member, resident, or visiting campus.

The mission of the CSU Monterey Bay Police Department is to protect life and property with a commitment to professionalism and community cooperation.

Helpful Services from CSUMB University Police

  • Vehicle jumpstarts, available 24/7 for free for any vehicle on CSUMB property
  • Blue light phones, for reporting fire, medical emergencies, accidents, crimes in progress, or suspicious activity
  • Free classes in Rape Aggression Defense Systems self-defense as well as CPR & AED
  • Animal control services 
  • Livescan fingerprinting services
  • Lost and found

CSUMB Safe App

The CSUMB SAFE app has many features and is the official safety app for Cal State Monterey Bay, designed to help keep students, staff, and visitors safe on campus. Download the CSUMB SAFE app on your mobile device below today.

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Officer promoting the UDP Safe app on a phone
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Night Walk Service

The Night Walk Service provides walking escorts between main campus locations, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to anyone who would like to use it. Call 831-655-0268 to request a Night Walk.

An emergency blue light phone on campus at twilight.

Report a Crime

If you are a victim of crime or a witness to a crime, report it to the University Police Department in person or by calling 831-655-0268 as soon as possible. You can also send us an anonymous tip.

Send an anonymous tip
The CSUMB University Police Bike Patrol talk with a civilian on campus while standing with their bikes.

Bike Patrol

If you would like UPD Bike Patrol Officers to attend an event or provide info on bike safety and laws, contact us. You may also register your bike for theft prevention and recovery purposes.

Register Your Bike
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Citizen Complaints

If you believe a member of UPD has mistreated you, violated your rights, or been unprofessional, you can file a complaint in person, in writing or to Daniel Andrada at 831-582-3624/dandrada@csumb.edu.

Citizen Complaint Investigation Form

Services

The CSU Monterey Bay Police Department offers Live Scan fingerprinting. We provide fingerprinting services to students, faculty, staff, auxiliary employees, and the general public.

Before you come in

  • Call for an appointment at (831) 582-3573. No walk-in customers
  • You must have a form from the person or agency requesting the Livescan
  • Determine your Digital print costs using the fees below.

Fees for live scan

Fees vary depending on the type of background your agency requires.

  • $30.00 Rolling Fee
  • $32.00 Department of Justice
  • $17.00 FBI
  • $19.00 Firearms
  • $15.00 Child Abuse

CSUMB students, staff, faculty, and auxiliary employees pay a $15.00 Rolling Fee

All fees are subject to change without notice. Refer to the Department of Justice Fingerprinting Process Fees for a detailed list of the various fees.

Bring the following items with you

  1. Photo ID such as a California or other state driver’s license or state ID card; and
  2.  Campus ID card if you are a student, faculty, or staff, in order to receive a campus discount; and
  3. Live Scan form provided by your requesting agency; and
  4. Cash or check only

You must have a parking permit to park on campus, you may purchase one from a dispenser or online at CSUMB.EDU/Parking/Buy Permit

The UPD serves as the central collection point for lost and found items, such as clothing, jewelry, glasses, keys, and books. 

Lost and Found property is held in the Parking Services Office for a maximum of 3 months. We encourage anyone who has lost property while at CSUMB to check Lost and Found to see if the property was turned in. A large amount of property remains unclaimed.

Reporting lost property

If you have lost or found property, please contact Parking Services at 831-582-3573. You can also report lost property online.

Claiming lost property

If you want to claim your lost property, you should provide a detailed verbal description of the item(s) and the approximate location and date it was lost. Written descriptions and written verification of ownership are desirable.

If any descriptions match the lost item, you will be shown the item(s). If the property that you identified closely matches the property description, it will be returned to you only if you produce valid photo identification.

The CSUMB Police Department provides 24-hour animal control services to the Campus Community. If you need assistance, please contact us at (831) 655-0268 or 911 in an emergency.

The Police Department works closely with the Monterey County Health Department, Animal Services Division to ensure the highest level of service when it comes to animal control.

Licensing

All dogs in campus housing are required to have licenses. Cat licensing is voluntary, but highly recommended. Pet licenses may be obtained online at:

Monterey County Animal Services
160 Hitchcock Road
Salinas, CA 93908
(831) 769-8850

All Monterey County Animal Control Codes apply in CSUMB campus housing. 

Common Monterey County Animal Control Codes:

  • MCC 8.08.010—Vaccinations. All dogs and cats over 4 months of age must be vaccinated against the rabies virus.
  • MCC 8.08.030—Licensing. All dogs must be licensed. You have 30 days to obtain a license before a late fine is issued if you recently moved to Monterey County, your dog reached 4 months of age, your current license has expired, or you have acquired a new dog. MCC 8.08.040 dog license tag must be attached.
  • MCC 8.20.010—Running at Large (leash law). Dogs are not permitted to run at large at any time.
  • MCC 8.36.010—Noise. Animals cannot be kept, maintained or permitted if, by any sound or cry, they disturb the peace and comfort of any neighborhood.
  • MCC 8.36.030—Dog Feces. If your dog or a dog in your control or custody defecates on any public or private property, it is your responsibility to clean it up.

Emergency Information, Prevention, and Reporting

Emergency Management

We coordinate emergency planning, training, response, and recovery efforts during earthquakes, wildfires, floods, tsunamis, civil unrest, and other major disasters.

Emergency information
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Reports and Bulletins

Find information about Clery Act notices, public safety bulletins, and annual security reports. The CSUMB Crime Log is also available here. During campus holiday closures, the Crime Log will be posted on the next scheduled workday.

See all reports and bulletins

OTTERalerts

OTTERalert is CSUMB’s emergency alert system. It delivers emergency alerts via email, text, desktop notification, and an outdoor speaker system to all members of the CSUMB community.

Confirm enrollment and view OTTERalerts
A UPD officer showcasing an OTTERalert to a student
Members of the CSUMB University Police Department and CSOs pose in front of a police vehicle

Contact the University Police Department

In an emergency, CALL 9-1-1. Officers are available 24/7. Call (831) 655-0268 for non-emergency situations.

The University Police Department is located at 100 Campus Center, Valley Hall Suite F, Seaside, CA, 93955. Our public counter is open Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. when CSUMB is open.

Yvonne Gordon

Interim Chief of Police/Associate Vice President for Public Safety