Winthrop Marshal's Office
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The purpose of this web site is to keep the public informed to what is happening in the community with law enforcement, to allow the citizens to be able to voice their opinion on police matters, to have another resource to help with crime prevention, and to allow town citizens to confidentially contact the Marshals with non-emergency related matters.

 
 
Our mission statement:
 
"The Winthrop Marshal's Office does herby recognize that we are empowered by our community to carry out certain duties and functions of government.
 
Paramount amongst these is protection of life and property; the preservation of peace, order, and safety; enforcement of laws and ordinances; execution of orders of the courts and safeguarding of civil rights, which provide liberty and freedom for all people.
 
We strive to provide an improved quality of life in our community, investingating problems and incidents, seeking solutions and providing those services necessary to fostor a sense of cooperation and security in our neighborhoods.  We establish public trust by holding ourselves to the highest standards of professional performance and ethics.  We are dedicated to development of each individual  in our organization through effective training, education and progressive leadership."   
 

 CELL PHONE USE WHILE DRIVING
 
Senate bill 6345, which passed the Legislature, makes it a primary offense to be holding a cell phone to your ear while driving, or to be reading, writing or sendingtext messages. Dialing a phone is not considered test messaging and a ticket for violating the law will not become part of a driver's record. certain groups are exempt, such as transit and emergency vehicles. Governor Gregior signed the bill; it  goes into effect JUNE 10th 2010.
 

September

 

Alcohol and Drug Addition Awareness     

 

Alcohol and drug addiction is a major problem.  Even in our small corner of the planet here in the MethowValley, we all have seen the negative effects of these addictions.  If you think that you or someone in your family may have an addiction problem with drugs and/or alcohol, you should seek professional help.  It is much easier, safer, and better for everyone involved if you seek this advice from a professional on your own accord.  Unfortunately, many times the person that has this problem does not acknowledge or seek the help and by force of the police, counselors, through job loss, divorce, or bankruptcy the person has to find out.  The ones that do get the help are the fortunate ones.  Many times family members have to deal with the outcome of a drug or alcohol problem.  Sometimes the outcome ends in the loss of a life.  So, please drink responsibly, don’t abuse prescription drugs, and don’t use illegal drugs.  If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact the Winthrop Marshal's Office at Winthropmarshals.com.