Cry Wolf - False Alarm Reduction Program

Background

 The False Alarm Reduction Program was initiated to substantially reduce the number of false alarms that the Maui Police Department responds to, thereby freeing up police resources to respond to emergencies. 

Partners:

 The Maui Police Department has partnered with CryWolf (a false alarm management company) to manage alarm registration and false alarms. 

Registration:

 The Maui Alarm Ordinance requires that all alarms be registered on CryWolf's website (please visit Maui CryWolf's secure website to complete the online registration process)

Fee Assessments

 Registration  

Residents

   Business
 Registration Costs  $25.00    $  50.00
 Renewal Fee every two years  $25.00    $  50.00
 Failure to register fine  $50.00    $100.00

 Fees  

Residents

   

Business

 1st False Alarm  No Charge     No Charge
 2nd False Alarm  $25.00    $  50.00
 3rd False Alarm  $50.00    $100.00
 Subsequent False Alarms  $50.00    $150.00


False Alarms:

 False alarms will be tracked and the second false alarm (and any subsequent false alarm) within a year will result in a fine. For more information regarding Frequently Asked Questions please click here.

Major causes of false alarms:

 

  • Unlocked or loose doors/ windows 
  • Children, Neighbors and Visitors 
  • Cleaning Crews/ Repairmen/ Pet Sitters 
  • Pets or other wildlife 
  • User Error 
  • Equipment Malfunction 


Cry Wolf

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