Police Department

The Medina Police Department consists of the Director of Public Safety, two Sergeants, seven Patrol Officers, two Investigators, two Administrative Assistants, two Community Service Officers, and five Reserve Officers. The Police Department provides 24-hour coverage to the City of Medina, and we also contract with the City of Loretto.

The Police Department provides a variety of crime prevention and safety programs for citizens and businesses.

Chief Jason Nelson's Welcome

Jason Nelson

Welcome to the Medina Police Department webpage!

Medina Police are here to serve and protect the community of Medina. Our core values are honesty, integrity, and professionalism; and we take great pride in providing professional law enforcement services to the community.

If you have a law enforcement concern or question, don’t hesitate to contact our department.

Safety Reminders: Lock vehicles when unattended. Avoid leaving unattended valuable in vehicles. Remove wallets, purses, and anything of value from vehicles when unlocked.

Police Permits & Requests

Police Department permits and request forms.

Police Events

Explore exciting events hosted by our police department! From fun bike safety rodeos for kids to community-building Night to Unite gatherings, we’re committed to keeping our city safe and connected.

Parking Regulations In Medina

Stay informed about Medina's traffic and parking regulations. View key details and reminders, including winter street parking rules and limits on commercial vehicle parking.

Animal Control

Explore Medina's dog regulations and safety guidelines. Learn about limits on dog ownership, how dangerous dog incidents are managed, and tips for encountering wild animals like coyotes.

Medina Police Policy & Procedure Manual

Discover Medina Police Department's essential policies on use of force, vehicle pursuits, and portable recorders. Note that this page is still under construction, but contact us for any specific policy inquiries.

Medina Police Reserves

Police Reserves are non-sworn volunteers who provide valuable assistance to the police department in a variety of public safety situations, public and private events, and other duties.

Contact Us

Office
763-473-9209
police@medinamn.gov

Non-Emergency Dispatch
952-258-5321

Emergency
911

Mission Statement

_{It is the mission of the Medina Police Department to ensure the safety of the citizens of Medina through the enforcement of the laws of the United States of America, the State of Minnesota, and the ordinances of Medina.}

_{Further, it is our mission to treat all people with the utmost respect and dignity in every situation. We will perform our duties in a professional and ethical manner, which will bring pride in the service we provide.}