We invite citizens to participate in our Ride-Along Program. Qualified applicants can ride in a patrol car with a police officer to observe law enforcement practices and activities. 

The Ride-Along Program provides an excellent opportunity for citizens to see and experience police work from an “up close and personal” perspective.

Ride-Along Program Requirements

In order to ride-along with the Rocklin Police Department, you must:

• Be at least 16 years of age to ride.
• Complete a Ride-Along Application Form (below).
• Submit to a criminal history check/warrant check before you ride.
• Keep confidential any names or information which, if made public, could be detrimental to public safety or which may jeopardize the community standing or reputation of any citizen.
• Wear clothing that is neat, presentable and appropriate.
• Not carry any type of weapon including firearms, pepper spray, mace, stun guns, etc.
• Follow the instructions and directions of the police officer.

Ride-Along Program Guidelines

• The Ride-Along Program is offered to residents, students, and to those employed within the City.
• You may only ride once every six (6) months.
• The standard ride-along time is four (4) hours in duration.
• If the officer you are riding with is dispatched to a hazardous call, you may be required to leave the police vehicle and wait at a safe location until after the hazardous situation is over. This is for your safety.
• Although we will do our best to ensure your safety during the ride-along, applicants must recognize that law enforcement activities are inherently dangerous and involve the possible risk of injury.

Ride-Along Application Form