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City of Maryville
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The Maryville Police Department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA). and the Tennessee Association of Chiefs of Police sanctioned Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (TLEA).
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Located at the Maryville Municipal Building - Main Level (Off W. Broadway Avenue)
Business Hours | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Monday - Friday
Business Hours | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Monday - Friday
400 W. Broadway Avenue | Maryville, TN 37801 | (865) 273-3900 Phone
Tony J. Crisp, Chief of Police / Director of Public Safety | (865) 273-3700 Phone | tjcrisp@maryville-tn.gov
Tony J. Crisp, Chief of Police / Director of Public Safety | (865) 273-3700 Phone | tjcrisp@maryville-tn.gov
For more information about the services we provide, contact Sgt. Mike Hicks | (865) 273-3850 | mdhicks@maryville-tn.gov
Current Programs
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Children's ProgramsOutreach programs available for schools, organizations, churches and civic clubs to connect officers with the children of our community
Gun Safety Program
This program is designed for Kindergarten through 2nd grade and is presented using non-technical and easy to understand language. The objective of this program emphasizes three main points: 1) Don’t touch a gun or anything that looks like a gun. 2) Leave the area. 3) Tell an adult. Safety Lessons Safety Lessons are geared for kindergarten through 4th grade. It focuses on everything from stranger safety, pedestrian safety, bicycle safety, seat belt safety-- to how to handle conflicts without violence. Internet safety is also covered in these safety lessons. Bicycle Rodeos These events are provided for such groups as the Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, churches and civic groups. Children bring their bikes and helmets and officers lead them through fun and exciting obstacle courses. Officers focus on bike safety equipment, safe riding techniques, and bicycle laws. Officer Friendly Visits Officers visit elementary schools and local daycares to give the younger children safety information and allow them to interact with officers. The main focus is letting the children know that police officers are their friends and will always help them. Maryville Police Department Tours The police department is excited to be able to provide this service to our community. Upon request, officers from the Community Oriented Police (COP) Unit will set up tours for groups that wish to see the inside of their police department. The groups visit the many areas that make up the police department and officers explain their responsibilities in each. |
Adult ProgramsOutreach programs designed to educate citizens of the community on an array of issues including self defense and community issues.
Rape Aggression Defense (RAD)
RAD is a 12-hour self-defense course for women. The program is designed to teach women self-defense options. The course stresses the importance of mind set and awareness.This is a very empowering experience for many women. AARP Driver Safety Program This 8-hour course is designed to help senior adults become more aware of the aging process and how it may affect their ability to operate a vehicle. It also provides these drivers with ways to compensate for these changes and updates them on any new changes in the law. Citizens Police Academy The academy meets one night a week for 12 weeks. It involves the training of citizens in different areas of law enforcement. Class participants receive training in Patrol operations, traffic enforcement, drug identification, S.W.A.T. operations, K-9 Unit, and firearms along with patrol ride-a-longs, just to name a few. The academy helps the citizens understand the role of law enforcement and also gives them an opportunity to get to know the officers on a personal level. APPLICATION Community Watch Groups Community Watch is a citizen involvement program in cooperation with the police department. Citizens directly participate in the detection and prevention of crime. Community watch participants stay well informed about their community and of any suspicious, criminal or dangerous activities that may be occurring. It is stressed to participants that it is their job to be a good witness. Our role is to assist with the creation of the group and provide support. Civic Group and Church Group Talks Officers provide these groups with information on general safety issues, crime prevention, personal safety, identity theft, scams and any other requests. Security Surveys/Recommendations Officers will conduct security surveys for businesses as well as private citizens. Officers check for potential areas that could be vulnerable to intruders and make appropriate recommendations to reduce the opportunity of becoming a victim. MPD Tours The police department is excited to be able to provide this service to our community. Upon request, officers from the COP Unit will set up tours for groups that wish to see the inside of their police department. Group visit the different areas that make up the police department and officers explain their daily responsibilities. Collision Avoidance Training (CAT) This 12 hour class is designed to enhance young driver’s awareness of the task of operating a motor vehicle and practice skills that will prepare them to anticipate and handle hazards that may occur while operating a vehicle. |
Business & IndustryViolence in the Workplace
This program deals with how to handle disgruntled employees and provides employers with ways to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Drug Free Workplace This program is designed to inform management as well as general labor personnel of the effects of substance abuse in the workplace and what signs to look for. Security Surveys/Recommendations Officers will conduct security surveys for businesses as well as private citizens. Officers check for potential areas that could be vulnerable to intruders and make appropriate recommendations to reduce the opportunity of becoming a victim. |
