FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

No. Although we are here to assist the public and enforce laws, we cannot advise you on how to legally proceed, no matter the issue. For this, contact a lawyer. 

Yes. Anonymous tips can be given via phone directly to our department or through the Crime Stoppers website.

Yes. We will have to send an email requesting a callback for you due to our officer’s work schedules and the potential of them being on a current call if on shift.

The city has an ordinance for golf carts and low speed vehicles which allows the use on public streets.  However, the ordinance requires the owner of EVERY golf cart or low speed vehicle to be operated on a public street or road SHALL be required to register the vehicle with the City of Bay St. Louis by September 30 of each year.

Come in person or do a mail in request with associated fees and return address / email. Reports are submitted and approved, typically, within 3-10 business days. This is dependent on how many reports are being generated.

All fines, including traffic citations, are paid to the court department. Payments can be accepted by phone, in person, or online.

• Yes, incident reports and private property accidents are $15

Public roadway accident reports are $25

Civil cases are typically disagreements between individuals and organizations (familial issues with no court orders,  purchases and exchanges of monies, evictions). Criminal cases allege a violation of a criminal law. We handle criminal acts and can make complaint reports regarding civil matters; however, we cannot take enforcement action with civil matters. 

Call 911.