Crime Information

Fine and Bail Schedule

Judge and gavel
The Utah Sate Courts administer fines and bail.  This link will take you to the Uniform Fine/Bail Forfeiture Schedule.  There you will find fines for traffic violations, bail amounts for criminal offenses, and guides that will help in navigating the process.  This can also be found at www.utcourts.gov.
2024 Uniform Fine Schedule

Report Crime

UVU Officer in UVU Police vehicle
This allows you to report a crime, concern, or incident to the UVU Police Department.  For more immediate concerns please call UVU Police Dispatch at 801-863-5555.  All cases will be reviewed by an officer. 
Fill out Crime Report

Statistics

UVU Crime Statistics are collected and reported to the state and federal government to assist them in tracking crime trends. In addition, UVU uses data collected from crimes occurring on campus to develop new crime-fighting programs targeting specific areas or types of crimes.

The data submitted to the state and federal government is available to the public. UVU submits National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) data monthly to the Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI). BCI is responsible for collecting this data for the state of Utah and forwarding it on to the FBI.

NIBRS data is available for all police agencies in Utah from BCI.

Nationwide NIBRS data is available from the FBI.

In addition to supplying NIBRS data, UVU also reports statistics to the Office of Postsecondary Education in the U.S. Department of Education for use in the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool. This tool provides customized reports related to campus crime and fire data for over 6,000 postsecondary campuses across the country.

Campus Safety and Security

Tips For Staying Safe On Campus and In Your Community

Yes, even in Utah crimes do occur, and more often than you would think.  Most crimes tend to be crimes of opportunity which can be reduced with some simple steps.

  • Apartment and homes-  Most residential burglaries occur when its unattended and doors are left unlocked.  Event short trips away from  your residence give criminals ample opportunity to enter your residence and take your valuables. Get into the habit of keeping your doors locked even when you are home.
  • Vehicles- Lock your vehicles and remove valuables.  Most vehicle burglaries in this area are also crimes of opportunity.  Criminals are known to target vehicles even with a small amount of loose change left in cup holders and center consoles.  If you must leave your valuables in the car place them in the trunk.
  • Parties, dances, and events- Stay with people you know and trust.  Don't leave drinks unattended and always know what source your drink is coming from. 
  • On Campus- DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES including BOOKS UNATTENDED. Thefts frequently occur at the university when bags, books, laptops, and other valuables are left unattended even for short periods of time.  When using restrooms do not leave valuables on the shelves. 
  • Report all crimes and suspicious activity immediately.  Do not be one of those that consult their friends, family, clergy, therapist, facebook, etc. before reporting it to the police.  Time is critical.

Crime Awareness / Crime Prevention

Another important function of UVUPD is making our campus users aware of how to prevent becoming a victim of crime.

If requested, one of our University police officers will talk to groups regarding Crime Awareness/Crime Prevention.

Campus Safety Awareness Programs

The Chief of Police/Director of Public Safety, the University Fire Marshal and other staff members are involved in a University Safety Committee which makes periodic security and safety surveys of campus facilities. Suggestions are made for improving security and safety in each area of instruction so as to improve the safety and security of students, employees and faculty.

Officer Friendly Program

Several times throughout the school year our University police officers will make an Officer Friendly presentation to the Wee Care Child Care Center emphasizing "police are our friends". Child safety is stressed.

Grounds and Building Safety

The University Facilities Planning/Plant Operations Department maintains college buildings and grounds with a concern for safety and security. These facilities are inspected regularly; plant staff attempt to make prompt repairs and respond 24 hours-a-day to reports of potential safety and security hazards, such as broken windows and locks. The University Police Department assists maintenance personnel by reporting potential safety and security hazards. Students, as well as employees, are encouraged to call Facilities Planning and Maintenance (801-863-8130) to report any hazard.

Representatives from University Police/Department of Public Safety and Facilities Planning routinely inspect the entire campus to review lighting and environmental safety concerns.

Most University facilities are open to the public during the day and evening hours when classes are in session. During times that the University is officially closed, University buildings are generally locked and only employees, faculty and authorized students with proper I.D. are admitted.