Manteca, CA · San Joaquin County

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Ride Along Program Application

This application lets people request to join a Manteca Police Department patrol ride-along or dispatch sit-along and provide information for program review.

What this form is

Use this application to request a patrol ride-along or dispatch sit-along with the Manteca Police Department. It asks for personal and contact details, background information, the reason for participating, requested days and shifts, and any relevant history or physical limitations. Applicants authorize criminal and warrant checks and sign an indemnity and release agreement; applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian signature.

Who needs it

Anyone requesting a Manteca Police Department patrol ride-along or dispatch sit-along should complete the application and provide the requested information.

How to submit it

Complete all pertinent sections and submit the application to the appropriate program coordinator at the Manteca Police Department, 1001 W. Center Street, Suite A, Manteca, CA 95337; the form lists (209) 923-8939 (fax).

About notarization

This document is signed and dated without a notary; it requires no notarized or sworn attachment, and applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian signature.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Ride Along Program Application for a patrol ride-along or dispatch sit-along request.

  2. 2

    Complete Both Sides

    Fill out all pertinent sections, including your contact details, background information, requested days and shifts, and reason for participating.

  3. 3

    Gather Any Additional Sheets

    Attach additional sheets if necessary to list past arrests or pending court cases. Applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian signature.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Program Coordinator

    Submit the completed application to the appropriate program coordinator at the Manteca Police Department address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Who can use the Ride Along Program Application?
People requesting a patrol ride-along or dispatch sit-along with the Manteca Police Department can use this application to provide their information and request a day and shift.
What information does the application ask for?
It asks for contact and personal details, background information, the reason for participating, requested days and shifts, and information about past participation and physical limitations.
Do I need a notary for the Ride Along Program Application?
No. The application is signed and dated without a notary and has no notarized or sworn attachment. Applicants under 18 need a parent or guardian signature.
How do I submit the Ride Along Program Application?
Complete all pertinent sections and submit it to the appropriate program coordinator at the Manteca Police Department address shown on the form.

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This Ride Along Program Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Manteca form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.