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Annual Report
The Annual Report provides an overview of the Davis Police Department's programs and achievements as an organization.
Topics include organizational structure, awards, recognitions, information about police divisions, crime statistics, outreach and training.
Department Annual Reports
Archived Annual Reports
Davis Police Department Stop Data (2019)
Davis Police Department Arrest Data (2015-2019)
Davis Police Department Crime and Arrest Data 2020
Davis Police Department Crime Review (2018-2022)
Davis Police Department Arrest Data (2017-2021)
Use of Force Reports
Personnel Complaint Reports
2017 Personnel Complaint Report
2018 Personnel Complaint Report
2019 Personnel Complaint Report
2020 Personnel Complaint Report
2021 Personnel Complaint Report
2022 Personnel Complaint Report
2023 Personnel Complaint Report
Hate Crimes
The Davis Police Department takes incidents of hate or bias seriously. All incidents of hate or bias are investigated whether or not a crime has been committed, and officers make every effort to identify the person(s) responsible. Hate Crimes and Incidents How to Report Hate Crimes and Incidents and Get Help
What Is a Hate Incident?
A hate incident is non-criminal conduct that is motivated by hatred or bigotry and directed at any individual, residence, house of worship, institution, or business expressly because of the victim's real or perceived race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or disability. Hate incidents also include conduct directed against an individual or group because of their association or advocacy on behalf of a member or members of a protected class.
A hate incident might include hate speech, display of offensive materials on one's property, the distribution of hate materials in public places and the posting of hate materials that does not result in property damage. The freedoms guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution, such as freedom of speech, allow hateful rhetoric as long as it does not interfere with the civil rights of others. If this type of behavior escalates to threats or criminal activity against a person or property, then it would be classified as a hate crime.
What Is a Hate Crime?
A hate crime is any criminal act or attempted criminal act directed against a person(s), public agency or private institution based on the victim's actual or perceived race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or gender or because the agency or institution is identified or associated with a person or group of an identifiable race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or gender. A hate crime includes an act that results in injury, however slight; a verbal threat of violence that can be carried out; an act that results in property damage; and property damage or other criminal act(s) directed against a public or private agency.
Your Rights
- You have certain rights under the California Constitution's Victims' Bill of Rights. For example, you may be entitled to information about the prosecution of the perpetrator, and you may have the right to present a victim impact statement at the time of sentencing.
- You may be entitled to restitution for any loss, damage, or injury that you incurred.
- You are also protected under the Ralph Act and the Bane Act. Under these acts, you could receive up to $25,000 in punitive and compensatory damages in civil court.
- Persons who commit these types of acts can be held criminally and/or civilly responsible. Civil remedies are available even if criminal violations cannot be proven.
What Laws Apply?
The following is a list of California Penal Code statutes relating to hate crimes:
- Penal Code Section 190.2(a)(16): Allows the death penalty for murder based on the victim's race, color, religion, nationality, or national origin.
- Penal Code Section 302: Provides it is a misdemeanor to willfully disturb a group of people meeting to worship.
- Penal Code Section 422.6(a): Provides it is a misdemeanor to interfere by force or threat of force with a person's statutory or constitutional rights because of that person's race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, disability, or sexual orientation.
- Penal Code Section 422.7: Provides that actions which are normally misdemeanors can be treated as felonies if committed because of bigotry.
- Penal Code Section 594.3: Provides it is a felony to knowingly vandalize a place of worship.
- Penal Code Section 1170.8: Provides additional punishment for robbery or assault of persons, or arson, within a place of worship.
- Penal Code Section 1170.85(b): Provides additional punishment for felonies committed against the aged or disabled.
Resources
UC Davis Police Department (530) 754-COPS
Yolo County District Attorney's Office (530) 666-8180
Yolo County Victim Services (530) 666-8187
California Attorney General's Office of Victims' Services (877) 433-9069
Hate Crime Incident Reports
Archived Incident Reports
August 2024 - No Incidents
December 2024 - No Incidents
January 2025 - No Incidents
March 2025 - No Incidents
April 2025 - No Incidents
May 2025 - No Incidents
September 2025 - No Incidents
October 2025 - No Incidents
November 2025 - No Incidents
The Homeless Services Outreach Unit is currently comprised of three full-time civilian employees. Regular working hours for the team are Monday through every other Saturday.
While the Homeless Services Unit is responsible for many functions, most often you can find the team out in the community helping the unhoused population connect with resources. These resources include but are not limited to: housing vouchers, behavioral/mental health clinicians, social workers and various forms of economic aid. In addition to facilitating the resources, the team directly works to help clients fill out identification paperwork, establish mail, access basic hygiene supplies/needs, and food.
The City is aware of the growing concern around homelessness within Davis and the surrounding area. While we take every complaint and need seriously, the volume of requests and federal case law do not always result in an expedient solution. The issues surrounding homelessness are complex and we are happy to discuss them with you should you have questions. Please contact the team at homelessoutreach@cityofdavis.org for more information.
If you have concerns about encampments, please contact code enforcement at codecompliance@cityofdavis.org. The Homeless Outreach Unit works directly with Code Enforcement to outreach in areas where camp cleanups must occur due to public health and safety issues.
Independent Police Auditor
In 2006, the City Council created a part-time Independent Police Auditor (IPA) position. The Davis Independent Police Auditor is an independent entity hired to assist with concerns about the police department and to make recommendations to improve the delivery of police services. The Police Auditor reviews personnel complaint investigations, takes personnel complaints about the Police Department from people who do not feel comfortable going directly to the Department, and interacts with community members and organizations.
Michael Gennaco, the Independent Police Auditor may be contacted by email at policeauditor@cityofdavis.org
If you wish to make a citizen’s complaint about a specific interaction with the Police Department, you must fill out a citizen complaint form. This form is also available at the Davis Police Department, and at the City Manager's Office in City Hall. If you return a citizen’s complaint to the Independent Police Auditor, it will be forwarded to the police department for formal resolution. The Police Auditor can help guide you through the complaint process.
Details about commending quality performance, submitting a complaint, and the Alternative Conflict Resolution program can be found on the Contact Us page.
Police Auditor Reports
Various reports completed by the Independent Police Auditor are available for review.
Please note that the dates below indicate when the IPA report was issued, not when any referenced incidents occurred.
Archived Police Auditor Reports
2025
- March 2025 - Complaint Regarding Booking Process at DPD Station (PDF)
- March 2025 - Third-party Complaint Regarding Handling of Arrest (PDF)
- April 2025 - Complaint Relating to Officer Courtesy in Call for Service (PDF)
- April 2025 - Complaint Regarding Alleged Wrongful Detention of Juvenile (PDF)
- May 2025 - Complaint Regarding Improper Handling of Vehicle and Mistreatment of Third Party (PDF)
- October 2025 - Complaint Regarding Various Issues with Arrest (PDF)
2024
- June 2024 - Davis Recruitment and Hiring Audit (PDF)
- January 2024 - Allegation that Complainant Forced to Move Vehicle (PDF)
2023
- December 2023 - Review of Allegation DPD Failed to Provide Services and Gave Misinformation (PDF)
- December 2023 - Review of Allegation DPD Failed to Appropriately Respond to Loud Music Call (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that DPD Was Inappropriately Following the Complainant (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation Against DPD for Failing to Activate Body-Worn Cameras (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that DPD Was Inappropriately Following and Harassing the Complainant (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that DPD Inappropriately Handled a Missing Dog Call (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that Officer Improperly Detained Individual (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that DPD Failed to Appropriately Handle a Dispute (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that DPD Used Excessive Force (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that DPD Improperly Handled a Call for Service (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that DPD Failed to Properly Handle an Assault Report (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that Dispatcher Was Rude to 911 Caller (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation Regarding Rudeness, Inappropriate Pointing of Firearms, and Taking of Cell Phone (PDF)
- July 2023 - Concerns Raised About Officer Performance During an Attempted Custody Exchange (PDF)
- July 2023 - Concerns Raised About Officer Performance Relating to a Noise Complaint (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegations Against DPD for Failure to Investigate and Effectuate a “Citizen’s Arrest” (PDF)
- July 2023 - Review of Allegation that Complainant was Misled by Davis Police Department (PDF)
- April 2023 - Allegation Regarding Inadequate Handling of Domestic Conflict (PDF)
- March 2023 - Independent Police Auditor Use of Force Review – Canine Case (PDF)
- January 2023 - Independent Police Auditor Mental Health Call Audit (PDF)
2022
- August 2022 - Complaint Regarding DPD’s Response to a Suicidal Subject (PDF)
- August 2022 - Third-Party Complaint Regarding DPD Detention/Allegation of Racial Profiling (PDF)
- July 2022 - Review of Allegation Regarding Inappropriate Comment Made by DPD Officer (PDF)
- June 2022 - Review of DPD Officer-Involved Shooting of Christopher Gray (PDF)
2021
- November 2021 - Complaint of Inappropriate Response to Call for Service (PDF)
- October 2021 - "8 Can't Wait" and Use of Force Audit (PDF)
- April 2021 - Allegations of Inappropriate Search and Detention, and Failure to Investigate (PDF)
2020
- July 2020 - Complaint Regarding Detention of Complainant and Response to Calls for Service (PDF)
- July 2020 - Allegations of Poor Handling of Requests for Service (PDF)
2019
- December 2019 - Semi-Annual Report (PDF)
Military Equipment
Effective January 1, 2022, Assembly Bill (AB) 481, now codified in Chapter 12.8 (commencing with Section 7070) is added to Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of the applicable governing body (City Council), by adoption of a military equipment use policy and ordinance prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined in the bill.
Also, before seeking the approval or re-approval of the governing body, a law enforcement agency shall submit a proposed military equipment use policy to the governing body and make those documents available on the law enforcement agency’s internet website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue.
Archived Approvals prior to 2026
2022 Initial Approval
2023 Annual Re-Approval
Military Equipment Annual Report and Reauthorization (2023)
2023 Approval for New Equipment
December 2023 Staff Report Draft
UAS Policy Draft
Military Equipment Policy Proposed
2024 Approval of New Equipment
Approved Military Equipment Policy
Approved Military Equipment Ordinance
2024 Annual Re-Approval
Military Equipment Annual Report and Reauthorization Staff Report
2024 City Council approved Department Policy 3.22.
2025 Annual Re-Approval
Military Equipment Annual Report Reauthorization (2025)
2025 City Council approved Department Policy 810.
Any member of the public can register a question or concern regarding military use equipment by contacting the Department at policeweb@cityofdavis.org. A response to the question or concern shall be completed by the Department in a timely manner.
Safe Storage of Firearms
Safe and secure firearm storage is an essential part of home and personal safety. With more guns in more homes due to an unprecedented surge in gun sales over the last several years, it’s more important than ever for everyone to know how secure storage protects others. 4.6 million American children live in homes with guns that are both loaded and unlocked and every year, nearly 700 children, 17 and under, die by suicide with a gun. In 2020, gun suicide among children ages 17 and under reached the highest rate in more than 20 years and firearms became the leading cause of death among children in the United States. Storing firearms securely, both inside homes and in vehicles, can help prevent these tragedies and keep us all safe.
Background
On July 20, 2022 the City of Davis announced that the Davis City Council voted unanimously to pass an ordinance concerning the safe storage of firearms. The ordinance was fully passed on August 30, 2022, and went into effect on September 29, 2022.
State law requires that all firearms sold or transferred in California either be equipped with California Department of Justice-approved safety locks or be accompanied by proof that the buyer owns a Department of Justice-approved safe, however there is no universal requirement for owners to actually use these locks or safes nor is there a requirement covering firearms purchased out-of-state.
The Davis ordinance requires a person who keeps a firearm in a residence to safely store the firearm by either placing the firearm in a locked container or by using a firearm safety device, either of which has been approved by the California Department of Justice for the safe storage of that particular firearm. If the firearm is not locked, the firearm owner must have it in their close proximity and control.
The ordinance does not prohibit authorized firearm owners from accessing or using their firearms, from carrying firearms on their persons, transporting their firearms, or from keeping a firearm in their immediate possession and control.
State law requires all persons to securely store handguns when leaving them in unattended vehicles, requiring handguns to be secured either in a locked trunk, in a locked container that is placed out of plain view or permanently affixed to the vehicle’s interior, or in a locked utility box that is permanently affixed to the bed of a pickup truck or other vehicle that does not have a trunk (see California Penal Code section 25140). The Davis ordinance extends the in-vehicle firearm locking requirements to all firearms irrespective of firearm type.
Violations of the ordinance may be prosecuted first as an infraction, then as a misdemeanor for repeated violations within a one-year period. Violations would also constitute a nuisance and may be handled through administrative fines and abatement proceedings.
The Safe Storage of Firearms ordinance is enforced like any other law that regulates conduct inside the home or vehicle. Absent exigent circumstances, the Police Department will not proactively check whether the ordinance is being violated. It would be enforced when the officers are already lawfully in a residence or contacting persons in a vehicle for other lawful reasons.
If residents have any questions about the Safe Storage of Firearms ordinance, please contact the Davis Police Department at policeweb@cityofdavis.org or by calling 530-747-5405.
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Full Ordinance
The full ordinance can be found in the City of Davis Municipal Code Article 26.09.
Resources
Free Gun Locks
The Davis Police Department has a supply of free gun locks that meet the ordinance specifications through Project Child Safe. The locks can be picked up at the Davis Police Department Monday through Thursday from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm.
Moms Demand Action (MDA)
Moms Demand Action is an organization working for increase public safety measures against gun violence. Their website has information regarding the safe storage of firearms.
Be SMART
The Be SMART campaign was launched to raise awareness that secure gun storage—storing guns locked, unloaded and separate from ammunition—can save children’s lives. Be SMART emphasizes that it’s an adult responsibility to keep kids from accessing guns, and that every adult can play a role in keeping kids and communities safer.
Strategic PlanStrategic Planning is the foundation for the future of any organization. The Davis Police Department's Strategic Plan leads to the orientation and clarity necessary for every member of the organization to know what is expected of them, their work groups, and the organization as a whole. When shared outside the organization, it informs the community of both the big picture perspective necessary to understand the depth, breadth and importance of what is being done in their names, as well as being specific enough to explain the day to day business that occurs.
See the link below for Davis PD's most recent Strategic Plan.
Strategic Plan 2024-2027 (last update:2/10/2026)Surveillance Technology
“What is Surveillance Technology?”
Surveillance technology means any software, electronic device, system utilizing an electronic device or similar used, designed, or primarily intended to collect, retain, process, or share audio, electronic, visual, location, thermal, olfactory or similar information specifically associated with, or capable of being associated with, any individual or group by a city department. Examples of surveillance technology include, but are not limited to, the following: cell site simulators (Stingrays); automatic license plate readers; gunshot detectors (ShotSpotter); facial recognition software; gait analysis software; video cameras that record audio or video and can transmit or be remotely accessed. It also includes software designed to monitor social media services or forecast criminal activity or criminality and biometric identification hardware or software.
What is the purpose of the City of Davis Surveillance Technology Ordinance?
The purpose and intent of the Surveillance Technology Ordinance is to impose safeguards to protect civil liberties and civil rights before any surveillance technology is deployed. Any decision to use surveillance technology must be balanced with the need to: investigate and prevent crimes; protect crime victims and society from those who commit crimes; protect civil rights and civil liberties, including privacy and free expression; and the costs to the city. Proper transparency, oversight and accountability for the acquisition and use of surveillance technology is fundamental to protecting the rights and civil liberties, including privacy and free expression, of all people.
The Municipal Code Article 26.07 addresses Surveillance Technology.
What surveillance technology might the City of Davis employ in law enforcement activities?
- Accurint
- Body-Worn and In-Car Cameras
- Care Track
- Cellebrite
- Covert Personal Recording Device
- Crisis Negotiation Equipment
- Explosive Ordnance Disposal Robot
- GeoTime
- GPS Trackers
- License Plate Readers
- Public Safety Cameras
More information can be found in the annual reports that the City Council considers when deciding whether to renew the technologies annually.
Most recent staff report regarding License Plate Readers (LPR): LPR Staff Report.
Archived Staff Reports