Going On Vacation? Parsippany Police Can Watch Your Home

PARSIPPANY, NJ — Going away for a while? Parsippany police can conduct periodic exterior checks of your home.

Enlisting the police through the House Watch program doesn't guarantee against loss, theft, damage or criminal mischief. But it can be a useful deterrent to anyone considering accessing your home for criminal purposes, according to police.

Do note that enrollment doesn't create a special duty upon the police department to monitor your home. Patrol officers will conduct inspections of your home's exterior as time permits.

• House checks are not conducted on homes that are occupied for any length of time during the homeowner's absence.
• Enrollment is open only to homeowners who will be away for at least three days.
• The occupant must have established residency at the location.
• Homes that are vacant or are subject to be shown by a real estate agent are NOT eligible for the program.
• The residence may NOT remain on House Watch for more than three weeks.

To use the program, fill out the form here and either email it to housewatch@parpolice.com, fax it to 973-334-4379 or drop it off at Parsippany's police dispatch desk. Find more information here.

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