Crime & Safety
New Princeton Alarm Ordinance Kicks In Jan. 31: Police
All burglar and fire alarms must be registered with the police department.

PRINCETON, NJ — The new municipal alarm ordinance takes effect on Jan. 31, 2018, Princeton police reminded residents and businesses on Tuesday. All burglar and fire alarms must be registered with the police department.
Residential and business alarm users can register their alarm systems in person at the Princeton Police Department’s Records Department, located at 1 Valley Road, or online at http://www.princetonnj.gov/police/alarm-registration.html.
When paying online, residents will also find a list of frequently asked questions and answers they may find useful. In-person registrations must be paid with cash or check. Online registrations can be paid with a credit/debit card.
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Registrations must be renewed every two years. Burglar alarm registration is $25. Fire alarm registration is $25. Both fire and burglar alarms are $50 combined.
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