Police
The Nags Head Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency that proudly serves the residents and visitors of our town. The Police Department strives to be a contributing factor creating a better quality of life through proactive policing with an emphasis on community relations. The Department places its highest value on the preservation of human life, the protection of property, and service to humankind.
Employment Opportunities
Go here for information on employment with the Nags Head Police Department and complete your application.
Beach Driving Permitted Seasonally
Nags Head’s beaches are open to driving from October 1 through April 30 by permit only. Find more Beach Driving information.
Getting a Copy of a Report
Report copies are usually available five business days after the incident occurs. A copy of a report may be obtained by contacting the Nags Head Police Administrative Unit at 252-441-6386 or by coming to the Nags Head Police Department office at:
5401 S Croatan Highway
Nags Head, NC 27959
When inquiring about a report you need to know the date of the incident, the name of the victim, and the type of incident or incident number. The Administrative Unit’s hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is a five dollar fee to obtain a report copy, and the Nags Head Police Department accepts cash, personal checks and money orders.
- Where are the Nags Head Police Department offices located?
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The Police Department is located on the first floor of the Nags Head Municipal Complex. The Municipal Complex is located in the area of Milepost 15 on U.S. Highway 158 with a street address of:
5401 S Croatan Highway
Nags Head, NC 27959 - Does the Nags Head Police Department handle police matters for the entire Outer Banks area?
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No. Many people refer to the entire Outer Banks area as Nags Head when in fact there are several municipalities located in the area. The other local municipalities are responsible for police matters for their respective towns and can be located at our links page.
- How do I report an incident that occurred in Nags Head?
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Reports may be made by contacting the Nags Head Police Department directly during normal business hours only. Between the hours of 5 p.m. and 9 a.m. and on weekends as well as holidays, reports may be made by contacting Dare County Central Communications at 252-473-3444. In the event of emergency simply dial 911.
- How do you get a copy of an incident report or accident report?
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Report copies are usually available five business days after the incident occurs. A copy of a report may be obtained by contacting the Nags Head Police Administrative Division at 252-441-6386 or by coming to the Nags Head Police office at:
5401 S Croatan Highway
Nags Head, NC 27959
When inquiring about a report you need to know the date of the incident, the name of the victim, and the type of incident or incident number. The Administrative Division hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is a five dollar fee to obtain a report copy, and the Nags Head Police Department accepts cash, personal checks and money orders. - Is beach driving allowed in Nags Head?
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Nags Head beaches are open to driving from October 1st through May 1st by permit only. Permits cost $25 and may be purchased at the Nags Head Municipal Complex:
5401 S Croatan Highway
Nags Head, NC 27959 - Where are state citations paid?
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Citations may be paid in person at the Dare County Clerk of Courts Office located at:
962 Highway 64
Manteo, NC 27954
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