FAQ’s

Q:   Is there always an officer at the police station?

A:             There are always at least two officers on 24 hours a day in Aylmer but not always at the station. Our business office is open Monday-Friday but after hours and weekends please call or use the lobby phone to ask for police assistance.

 

Q:   Can any officer inspect my child car seat for me?

A:            We have certified officers trained to inspect car seats. Please call ahead first for an appointment for a free inspection.

 

Q:   Who has to wear a bicycle helmet in the Town of Aylmer?

A:            Bicycle helmets laws are under the Ontario Highway Traffic Act section 104 and apply to the province. Every cyclist under the age of eighteen must wear an approved bicycle helmet. Parents or guardians shall not knowingly permit cyclists under sixteen to ride without a helmet.

 

Q:   Can anyone come to the Aylmer Police for a criminal record check and how long will it take?

A:            Please see our SERVICES page on the two types of forms. Anyone can apply for a basic criminal record check and generally get a response within 5 business days.  Vulnerable Sector checks are more complex and are only available to Aylmer residents. They generally take 10 business days.

 

Q:   Can I operate an ATV or Snowmobile in Aylmer?

A:            ATV and Snowmobiles are regulated under the Off Road Vehicles Act and Motorized Snow Vehicles Act. Town of Aylmer by-laws restrict all vehicles traffic in the parks and snowmobiles may only pass through Town to a destination. Generally ATV operation is prohibited in Aylmer but select ATV operators may be licensed for specific use purposes. Please see Town Hall for further details.

 

Q:   What do I do when I see a police car with its emergency lights on stopped on the road?

A:            The Ontario Highway Traffic Act Section 159 requires drivers to slow down and proceed with caution when passing an emergency vehicle parked on the side of a highway with its lights activated. If the highway has more than one lane, the law requires the driver to move over and leave one lane between their vehicle and the parked emergency vehicle if it can be done safely. Failure to do so can result in fines starting from $400 to $2,000 and three demerit points.

 

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