False Alarm Reduction Program

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CryWolf False Alarm Solutions assists the city in reducing the time and resources needed to process false alarms. Renton police officers respond to an average of 10 false alarms a month. This program also simplifies the program's management, freeing up police personnel to concentrate on public safety responsibilities.

Register your monitored alarm system with CryWolf

Alarm registration is required for all monitored alarm systems installed in homes or businesses.

  • One-time $25 fee due at registration.
  • No charge for annual renewals.
  • Alarm registrants receive one no-fine false alarm each calendar year.
  • Appeal process is available to alarm users who feel the fines or fees are in error.
  • False Alarm Fee Schedule:
  1. $0 - first
  2. $100 - second
  3. $250 - third+

An alarm system is described as any single device or assembly of equipment designed to signal the occurrence of an illegal or unauthorized entry, or other illegal activity requiring immediate attention and to which law enforcement is requested to respond by an alarm company, but does not include motor vehicle or boat alarms, fire alarms or alarms designated to elicit a medical response.

To register your burglary alarm system, visit CryWolfservices.com/rentonwa.

If you have questions about the program, see these frequently asked questions.  For questions about the registration process or the program itself, contact CryWolf directly at (855) 664-4524, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (PST) or visit their website.

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