The RCMP in the City of Campbell River offer a number of services to the community.
Online Reporting
You can report some crimes online. If you don’t have online access, you can report by telephone to a non-emergency line at 250-286-622.
You can report the following incidents online:
- Damage/mischief under $5,000 to property
- Damage/mischief under $5,000 to vehicle
- Hit and run to unoccupied vehicle or property
- Theft of bicycle under $5,000
- Theft under $5,000
- Theft under $5,000 from vehicle
- Lost property
Online reporting can also be used in cases where there are no witnesses or suspects for:
- something lost or stolen (value less than $5,000)
- property or vehicle vandalism (damage less than $5,000)
- driving complaint that is not in progress
Stolen and Recovered Bicycles
You can report a stolen bike online or over the phone. You will be asked to provide as much information as possible, such as make, model, colour, serial number, any other distinguishing features, and any suspects or witnesses.
Once you've reported the theft, the police will add the information to their computer systems and the officers will then attempt to locate the bike. It is a good idea to check with the pawn shops and advise in your report if you have any suspects or witnesses to the theft.
If a bike gets turned in, the police will check to see if it has been reported stolen and try to find the owner of the bike to return it. Bikes are held for 90 days for the owner to claim it. After 90 days, bikes may be sold at the Eagles Recovered Bike Program auction. For additional information about the Eagles Recovered Bike Program, you can contact them:
- Cell: (250) 895-0655
- Home: (250) 287-4666
- Eagles Hall: (250) 287-4990 BICYCLES
Many times, the bikes are not returned to their owners as we cannot identify the owner. It is important to report your bike stolen, even if it is not a high value bike, as many bikes are located, but the owner cannot be identified.
To help increase the chance of your bike being returned to you, make note of the bike's serial number. If there isn't a serial number, engrave something identifiable into the bike that is not likely to change. It can also help to photograph your bike. Locking your bike is an important step to prevent theft.
Access to Information
If you require information from a police file, you may only receive information that pertains to yourself. You may have the file number, date(s) reported and the name of the investigating member(s) only.
If you would like a broad search, you can submit a Personal Information Request Form (TBS/CTC 350-58) under the Privacy Act free of charge.
If you require more information from a police file that may or may not apply to you, you can submit a request under the Access to Information and Privacy Act (ATIP) with TBC/CTC 350-57, Access To Information Request Form. There is a $5.00 fee that must accompany the application to Ottawa, where it will be processed. Any information that you are legally entitled to receive will be provided to you in writing from ATIP.
These forms are completed by the requestor and sent directly to Ottawa. Police files are then requested by analysts in Ottawa, where they vet the information and provide the information they deem appropriate under the Acts to the applicant. You can download and print the forms from the website.
Criminal Record Checks and Fingerprinting
A certified criminal record check is a search of Ottawa’s National Repository of Criminal Records to reveal charges and convictions that pertain to the applicant whose fingerprints were taken. You will need to have your fingerprints digitally scanned and sent to Ottawa for comparison against the National Repository for Criminal Records.
Certified criminal record checks are required for:
- adoption
- Canadian citizenship
- landed migrancy
- foreign travel/work/visa/border crossing
- name changes
- record suspension (pardon)
- Privacy Act request
It may also be required for paid or volunteer employment.
The record check lists all charges and convictions that apply to the applicant whose fingerprints were provided. If a vulnerable sector search is also requested, the check may disclose sexual offence convictions for which a pardon was previously granted.
Depending on the reason for the certified criminal record check, you will be asked to pay a $26.25 fee to the City. This can be paid by cash or debit. We do not accept credit cards. You may also be asked to pay a $25 fee, in cash only, to the Receiver General for Canada on the day you get your prints taken.
Police Information Check
A police information check is a search of police records, databases and court files which reveal convictions, non-convictions and any adverse contact that the applicant has had with the police. If you are working with people considered to be in the Vulnerable Sector, such as children, seniors, and mentally or physically challenged individuals, you may be required to submit your fingerprints.
A police information check is often required for volunteer employment and paid employment, at the employer’s request. Some educational institutions require a check for program entry, and landlords may also request a check prior to signing a rental agreement.
If you are getting a Police Information Check for paid employment, education or tenancy, you will be charged $42. This can be paid by cash or debit. We do not accept credit cards. There is no fee for having fingerprints taken due to a vulnerable sector search. If you are volunteering in Campbell River, all fees are waived.
Traffic Violation Tickets
There are two ways to pay your ticket: by mail or in person.
If you pay by mail, do not send cash in the mail. A receipt will not be mailed back to you. You can send your cheque or money order payable to ICBC at the following address:
Revenue Administration
BAG #3505
Victoria, BC V8W 3N9
If you choose to pay in person, you can do so at any Driver Services Centre, Motor Licence Office or Government Agent’s Office. A copy of the ticket must accompany the payment or a note giving enough information for the ticket to be identified and your payment to be applied to the correct ticket.
If you pay your ticket within 30 days, your fine may be reduced. If you are charged under the Motor Vehicle Act or Regulation and the ticket is over $58, you pay $25 less than the amount shown on the front of the ticket.
If you do not pay or dispute your ticket within 30 days of the date of service, your ticket will then be payable to the Crown. The described offence will be added to your record as convictions. You may also be subject to collection activity.
You may dispute your ticket. If you dispute the allegations or the fine portion of the ticket amount, you and your agent will have to go to the Provincial Court for a hearing. If you wish to dispute your ticket, you can mail your dispute notice by mail to:
Ticket Dispute Processing
BAG #3510
Victoria, BC V8W 3P7
You have 30 days from the date of service to dispute. You may also deliver your dispute in person to any Driver Services Centre, Motor Licence Office or Government Agent’s Office. You will receive a notice in the mail from the Provincial Court Registry telling you the time and location for your hearing. If you fail to attend court on the indicated date, the ticket will be treated as undisputed, the fine will immediately become payable to the Crown and convictions of the described offences will be added to your record.