Frequently Asked Questions

How do I report a crime?
Where do I pay a parking ticket?
Where do I pay a citation?
How to I obtain a copy of a police report?
What are the police employment requirements?
How do I get to the police office?

How do I report a crime?
The Berks County Communications Center dispatches calls to Exeter Police, Fire, and Ambulance on a 24-hour per day, 7 days a week, basis.  The phone number for
life-threatening emergencies is 911. For all other incidents, you may call
(610)655-4911.
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Where do I pay a parking ticket?
Parking tickets are paid the the Exeter Township Municipal Building Administration
Office.  The Office hours are 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.  A metal drop box is located in
front of the Township Building on DeMoss Road for after-hours convenience.
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Where do I pay a citation?
Both traffic and non-traffic citations are paid at the District Justice Office (Court
23-2-03) at 10 Fairlane Road, Reading, PA 19606, which is located directly across the street from the Exeter Township Municipal Building.  Our you may contact them at (610)779-5137.
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How do I obtain a copy of a police report?
Our normal report fee is $15.00.  Copies of reports may be purchased in person at the Police Department, or you may send a request by mail to: Exeter Township Police Department, 4975 DeMoss Road, Reading, PA  19606.  Please enclose all pertinent information such as the date of the incident, names of persons involved, etc.  Please note:  Due to criminal history laws, some reports are not available for release.
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What are the police employment requirements?
Currently, a PA Act 120 Certification is required for all applicants.  College is preferred, but not required.  The most recent testing was given in the fall of 2001, and our eligibility lists are valid for up to two years.  When a new testing procedure is planned, announcements will be placed on this website and also in the local newspapers.
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How do I get to the police office?
From the City of Reading area:  Route 422 E to the second traffic light after the Mt. Penn exit.  Turn left onto Gibraltar Road.  At the next intersection, turn right onto DeMoss Road.  The Township Building will be on your left (4975 DeMoss Road).
From the King of Prussia area:  Route 422 W to the seventh traffic light after you enter Exeter Township.  Turn right onto Gibraltar Road.  At the next intersection, turn right onto DeMoss Road.  The Township Building will be on your left (4975 DeMoss Road).
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