Village of Addison :

  1. As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding this is available.
    • New Customers: Permit is required for village of Addison
    • Payments for Registrations: There is a $10 permit fee
    • Payments for false alarm citation:
    • As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding this is available.

False Alarms

  • 1st: $0
  • 2nd: $0
  • 3rd: $50
  • 4th: $50
  • 5th: $100
  • 6th: $100
  • 7th: $100
  • 8th: $100
  • 9th: $100
  • 10th: $100
  • 11th and above: $250
  • False Fire Alarms

    As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


    Frequently asked questions

    As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding this is available



    Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

    City of Alton :

    Alton charges for false alarms (fine schedule on link below) and requires registration (print link below)

    It appears alarm companies must be licensed to install alarms in Alton. The permit application is listed in the print link section.
    There are a few different links for Alton, we have added one more we found here:

    cityofaltonil.com

    https://www.cityofaltonil.com/pdf-form/Alarm_Permit_Application.pdf



    False Police Alarms

    The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

    • 1st: $0
    • 2nd: $25
    • 3rd: $50
    • 4th: $50
    • 5th: $100
    • 6th: $100
    • 7th: $100
    • 8th: $100
    • 9th: $100
    • 10th: $100
    • 11th: $100

    The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

      False Fire Alarms

      The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

        Online Registration  Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

        City of Batavia :

          • New Residents: Businesses and residents who have alarm systems will be required to obtain and update a City of Batavia Alarm Permit annually.
          • Payments for Registrations: City of Batavia does not charge a fee for registration. Failure to obtain a permit from the city will result in a fine of $200.
          • Payments
          • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: BATAVIA POLICE DEPARTMENT 100 N. ISLAND AVE, BATAVIA, IL 60510 (630)454-2500
        1. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Collier Batavia Alarm Permit pdf.
        2. False Fire Alarms

          As of 6/23/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


          Frequently asked questions

          As of 6/23/2021 no information regarding this is available



          False Police Alarms

          The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

          • 1st: $0
          • 2nd: $0
          • 3rd: $50
          • 4th: $100
          • 5th: $200
          • 6th: $200
          • 7th: $200
          • 8th: $200
          • 9th: $200
          • 10th: $300
          • 11th: $300

          The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

            False Fire Alarms

            The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

              Jurisdiction Website  

            Village of Bloomingdale :

            1. To register online, As of 12/18/2020 no information regarding this is available
              • New Customers:Registration required for the Village of Bloomingdale
              • Payments for Registrations: There is no fee for registration
            2. To register by mail, As of 12/18/2020 no information regarding this is available

            False Fire Alarms

            As of 12/18/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


            Frequently asked questions

            The Collier County Sheriff's office the false alarms clear within a 180 day period.



            False Police Alarms

            The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

            • 1st: $0
            • 2nd: $25
            • 3rd: $25
            • 4th: $25
            • 5th: $25
            • 6th: $25
            • 7th: $25
            • 8th: $25
            • 9th: $25
            • 10th: $25
            • 11th: $25

            The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

              False Fire Alarms

              The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                Jurisdiction Website  

                Charges For False Alarm: (1) Continued Free Warnings: The allowance of four free warnings to both residential and commercial customers. (2) Graduated Fine Structure: Following the four free false alarms, a charge of $100.00 each false alarms five through eight, $200 each for false alarms nine through ten, and $300.00 each for more than 10 false alarms calls for commercial facilities. For residential facilities, the allowance of four free false alarms calls and a charge of $50.00 each for false alarms five through eight, $100.00 each for false alarms nine and ten, and $150.00 each for false alarms after the tenth alarm.

                False Police Alarms

                The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                • 5th: $100
                • 6th: $100
                • 7th: $100
                • 8th: $100
                • 9th: $200
                • 10th: $200
                • 11th: $300

                The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                  False Fire Alarms

                  The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                    Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                    City of Deerfield :

                      • New Residents : If you are installing a new alarm, please contact the Police Department for an Alarm Permit Application. The alarm company must also be registered by the State of Illinois.
                      • Payments for Registrations: There is a $25 permit fee. To mail your payment, please mail to: Village of Deerfield | 850 Waukegan Road | Deerfield, IL 60015
                      • To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Deerfield IL forms

                    Frequently asked questions



                    False Police Alarms

                    The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                    • 1st: $25
                    • 2nd: $25
                    • 3rd: $25
                    • 4th: $50
                    • 5th: $50
                    • 6th: $50
                    • 7th: $75
                    • 8th: $75
                    • 9th: $75
                    • 10th: $100
                    • 11th: $100

                    The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                      False Fire Alarms

                      The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                        Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                        City of Des Plaines :

                        1. To register online, go to Des Plaines forms
                          • New Customers: Registration is required in the city of Des Plaines
                          • Payments for Registrations: There is a required registration fee
                          • Payments for false alarm citation:
                          • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: CITY OF DES PLAINES 1420 Miner St Room 301 Des Plaines, IL 60016
                        2. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Des Plaines forms

                        False Fire Alarms

                        As of 2/4/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                        Frequently asked questions



                        False Police Alarms

                        The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                        • 1st: $0
                        • 2nd: $0
                        • 3rd: $0
                        • 4th: $110
                        • 5th: $110
                        • 6th: $220
                        • 7th: $220
                        • 8th: $550
                        • 9th: $550
                        • 10th: $550
                        • 11th: $550

                        The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                          False Fire Alarms

                          The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                            Jurisdiction Website  

                            City of East St. Louis :

                            1. To register online, As of 12/15/2020 no information regarding this is available
                              • New Customers: Registration in City of East St. Louis is required.
                              • Payments for Registrations: There is a $30 permit fee for residential and a $100 permit fee for commercial
                              • Payments for false alarm citation:
                              • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: CITY OF EAST ST LOUIS ARFAM PO BOX 66927 ST. LOUIS, MO 63166-6927
                            2. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at East St. Louis forms

                            False Fire Alarms

                            As of 12/15/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                            Frequently asked questions



                            False Police Alarms

                            The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                            • 1st: $0
                            • 2nd: $25
                            • 3rd: $50
                            • 4th: $50
                            • 5th: $100
                            • 6th: $100
                            • 7th: $100
                            • 8th: $100
                            • 9th: $100
                            • 10th: $100
                            • 11th: $100

                            The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                              False Fire Alarms

                              The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                City of Elgin :

                                1. To register online, go to Online registration
                                  • New Residents: Registration is required in the City of Elgin
                                  • False Fire Alarms

                                    As of 11/12/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                    Frequently asked questions

                                    As of 11/12/2020 no information regarding this is available.



                                    False Police Alarms

                                    The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                    • 1st: $0
                                    • 2nd: $0
                                    • 3rd: $0
                                    • 4th: $0
                                    • 5th: $100
                                    • 6th: $100
                                    • 7th: $100
                                    • 8th: $100
                                    • 9th: $200
                                    • 10th: $200
                                    • 11th: $200

                                    The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                      False Fire Alarms

                                      The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                        Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                    Village of Glen Ellyn :

                                    1. You must register your alarm system in the village,
                                    2. To register online as a resident, click here
                                      To register online as a commercial owner, click here
                                      • Payments for Registrations: Village of Glen Ellyn charges an annual application fee of $25.00 per premise which is to be paid along with submission of each application.
                                      • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: 65 S. Park Boulevard Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
                                    3. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form,
                                    4. Residential Alarm permit pdf located here
                                      Commercial Alarm permit pdf located here

                                      Frequently asked questions



                                      False Police Alarms

                                      The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                      • 1st: $0
                                      • 2nd: $0
                                      • 3rd: $0
                                      • 4th: $50
                                      • 5th: $50
                                      • 6th: $50
                                      • 7th: $50
                                      • 8th: $50
                                      • 9th: $100
                                      • 10th: $200
                                      • 11th: $200

                                      The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                        False Fire Alarms

                                        The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                          Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                        Village of Glencoe :

                                          • Payments for Registrations: Glencoe charges an initial registration fee of $50.00 for standard residential and $25.00 for senior residential . To mail your payment, please mail to: 675 Village Court Glencoe, Illinois 60022. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Highland Park forms
                                          • To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Glencoe IL forms

                                        False Fire Alarms

                                        As of 10/6/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                        Frequently asked questions

                                        Moving: Permit fees are not prorated and are not transferable if you move during the calendar year.



                                        False Police Alarms

                                        The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                        • 3rd: $60
                                        • 4th: $60
                                        • 5th: $120
                                        • 6th: $120
                                        • 7th: $120
                                        • 8th: $120
                                        • 9th: $240
                                        • 10th: $240
                                        • 11th: $240

                                        The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                          False Fire Alarms

                                          The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                            Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                            City of Highland Park :

                                            1. Online Registration: Alarm permit applications cannot be submitted by fax or online
                                            2. New Residents: An alarm permit process was implemented to ensure that all alarm systems are registered with the City.
                                            3. Payments for Registrations: Highland park charges an initial registration fee of $35.00 which is due with your alarm permit application. Failure to obtain an alarm permit can result in a fine ranging from $5.00 to $500.00. to mail your payment, please mail to: 1677 Old Deerfield Road Highland Park, IL. 60035.
                                            4. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Highland Park forms.

                                            False Fire Alarms

                                            As of 6/30/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                            Frequently asked questions

                                            Alarm permits are non-transferable.



                                            False Police Alarms

                                            The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                            • 3rd: $50
                                            • 4th: $100
                                            • 5th: $100
                                            • 6th: $150
                                            • 7th: $150
                                            • 8th: $200
                                            • 9th: $200
                                            • 10th: $250
                                            • 11th: $250

                                            The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                              False Fire Alarms

                                              The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                Village of Lincolnwood :

                                                  • New Customers: All owners of a direct-connect, central station or local alarm system must have a valid alarm permit form on file annually by July 1st (permits expire June 30th each year).
                                                  • Payments for Registrations: There is an original permit issuance fee of $25.00, there is an renewal fee of $25.00 , and a late fee of $30.00. To mail your payment, please mail to: Lincolnwood Police Department-Attn: Alarm Permits 6900 N. Lincoln Avenue Lincolnwood, IL 60712
                                                1. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Lincolnwood forms
                                                2. False Fire Alarms

                                                  As of 7/1/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                  Frequently asked questions

                                                  As of 7/1/2021 no information regarding this is available



                                                  False Police Alarms

                                                  The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                  • 4th: $50
                                                  • 5th: $50
                                                  • 6th: $50
                                                  • 7th: $75
                                                  • 8th: $75
                                                  • 9th: $75
                                                  • 10th: $250
                                                  • 11th: $250

                                                  The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                    False Fire Alarms

                                                    The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                      Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                    City of Morton Grove :

                                                    1. To register online, click here and register by clicking on the "first time user" box
                                                      • New Residents: Residents or businesses who choose to install a burglar alarm system are required to file an alarm user application.
                                                      • Payments for Registrations: There is a registration fee of $50.00 and this fee is also due yearly on the first day of January
                                                      • To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located here and to mail your payment, please mail to: VILLAGE OF MORTON GROVE 6101 Capulina Avenue Morton Grove, Illinois 60053

                                                    False Fire Alarms

                                                    As of 06/30/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                    Frequently asked questions

                                                    As of 06/30/2021 no information regarding this is available.



                                                    False Police Alarms

                                                    The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                    • 1st: $0
                                                    • 2nd: $0
                                                    • 3rd: $75
                                                    • 4th: $75
                                                    • 5th: $75
                                                    • 6th: $75
                                                    • 7th: $100
                                                    • 8th: $100
                                                    • 9th: $100
                                                    • 10th: $100
                                                    • 11th: $100

                                                    The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                      False Fire Alarms

                                                      The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                        Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                        Village of Norridge :

                                                        1. To register: Any residential home or commercial business with a monitored alarm system should contact the Norridge Police Department Alarm Administrator for a permit application and a copy of the ordinance. If you have any questions about the permits, fees or the ordinance, please contact the Alarm Administrator in the Records Department at 708-453-4770, Extension 5774.
                                                          • New Residents: Any residence or commercial business within the Village of Norridge that has a burglar alarm system monitored by an alarm company is required to register with the Alarm Administrator at the Norridge Police Department.
                                                          • Payments for Registrations: The fee for a residence is $25.00, and a commercial business is $50.00. This fee is due annually on May 1st.

                                                          Frequently asked questions

                                                          As of 7/1/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.



                                                          False Police Alarms

                                                          The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                          • 3rd: $75
                                                          • 4th: $75
                                                          • 5th: $100
                                                          • 6th: $100
                                                          • 7th: $150
                                                          • 8th: $150
                                                          • 9th: $200
                                                          • 10th: $200
                                                          • 11th: $200

                                                          The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                            False Fire Alarms

                                                            The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                              Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                            The Village of Northbrook :

                                                            1. To register online, go to http://northbrook.alarmreg.com/
                                                              • New Customers: If you have never registered online before, enter your email address in the NEW USER side of the page, and a password will be emailed to you. Remember to check your SPAM folder if you do not see the email. The email should arrive within 5 minutes.
                                                              • Payments for Registrations: If you register online, you will pay your fee in the process. If you are renewing, make sure you have the RENEWAL CODE in order to receive the reduced rate. A RENEWAL code is emailed to you each year. You can update your online form throughout the year without having to pay any additional fees.
                                                              • To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at :
                                                              • Village of Northbrook forms

                                                            2. Payment for False Alarm Invoices :
                                                            3. If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: Village of Northbrook 1225 Cedar Lane Northbrook, IL 60062

                                                              For any questions regarding false alarms, registrations, and payments please call: 877-672-1386 for support.


                                                            False Fire Alarms

                                                            As of 10/8/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                            Frequently asked questions


                                                            There are no additional service fees when paying by credit card.


                                                            False Police Alarms

                                                            The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                            • 1st: $0
                                                            • 2nd: $0
                                                            • 3rd: $120
                                                            • 4th: $120
                                                            • 5th: $120
                                                            • 6th: $240
                                                            • 7th: $240
                                                            • 8th: $240
                                                            • 9th: $240
                                                            • 10th: $480
                                                            • 11th: $480

                                                            The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                              False Fire Alarms

                                                              The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                City of Oak Lawn :

                                                                1. To register online, As of 12/15/2020 no information regarding this is available.
                                                                  • New Customers: Registration in City of Oak Lawn is required
                                                                  • Payments for Registrations: There is a $25 initial and renewal permit fee and the permits expire annually on march 31st. If the permit is obtained after November 1st the pro-rated permit fee is $12.50
                                                                  • Payments for false alarm citation:
                                                                  • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: Deanne Adasiak, The Village of Oak Lawn/9446 South Raymond Avenue/Oak Lawn, IL 60453
                                                                2. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Oak Lawn forms

                                                                False Fire Alarms

                                                                As of 12/15/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                Frequently asked questions

                                                                As of 12/15/2020 no information regarding this is available.



                                                                False Police Alarms

                                                                The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                • 1st: $0
                                                                • 2nd: $0
                                                                • 3rd: $0
                                                                • 4th: $75
                                                                • 5th: $75
                                                                • 6th: $75
                                                                • 7th: $100
                                                                • 8th: $100
                                                                • 9th: $100
                                                                • 10th: $150
                                                                • 11th: $150

                                                                The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                  False Fire Alarms

                                                                  The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                    Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                    Village of Oak Park :

                                                                    1. To register online, go to https://villageview.oak-park.us/CityViewPortal
                                                                      • New Customers: Registration is required
                                                                      • Payments for Registrations: Alarm permit fees are $25 for a residence and $50 for a commercial building
                                                                      • Payments for false alarm citation:
                                                                      • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: The Village of Oak Park Finance Department 123 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302
                                                                    2. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Oak Park forms
                                                                    3. False Fire Alarms

                                                                      As of 10/26/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                      Frequently asked questions

                                                                      As of 10/26/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available



                                                                      False Police Alarms

                                                                      The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                      • 4th: $100
                                                                      • 5th: $100
                                                                      • 6th: $100
                                                                      • 7th: $200
                                                                      • 8th: $200
                                                                      • 9th: $200
                                                                      • 10th: $300
                                                                      • 11th: $300

                                                                      The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                        False Fire Alarms

                                                                        The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                          Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                        City of Park Ridge :

                                                                          • New Residents: All alarm systems operating within the City must be registered.
                                                                          • Payments for Registrations: Park Ridge charges a one time charge fee for registration of $50.00. To mail your payment, please mail to: 200 S. VINE AVE PARK RIDGE, IL 60068
                                                                          • To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Park Ridge forms

                                                                        Commercial or Institutional False Alarms

                                                                      • 1st: $0
                                                                      • 2nd: $0
                                                                      • 3rd: $0
                                                                      • 4th: $0
                                                                      • 5th: $50
                                                                      • 6th: $60
                                                                      • 7th: $100
                                                                      • 8th: $150
                                                                      • 9th: $200
                                                                      • 10th: $300
                                                                      • 11th: $400
                                                                      • 12th and above: $500
                                                                      • False Fire Alarms

                                                                        As of 6/30/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                        As of 6/30/2021 no information regarding this is available.



                                                                        False Police Alarms

                                                                        The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                        • 1st: $0
                                                                        • 2nd: $0
                                                                        • 3rd: $50
                                                                        • 4th: $60
                                                                        • 5th: $70
                                                                        • 6th: $80
                                                                        • 7th: $90
                                                                        • 8th: $100
                                                                        • 9th: $150
                                                                        • 10th: $200
                                                                        • 11th: $200

                                                                        The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                          False Fire Alarms

                                                                          The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                            Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                            City of Prospect Heights :

                                                                            1. No information regarding this as of 12/17/2020
                                                                              • New Customers: Permit in Prospect Heights is required
                                                                              • Payments for Registrations: There is a $50 initial permit fee for residential and commercial alarms
                                                                              • Payments for false alarm citation:
                                                                              • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: City Hall, 8 N. Elmhurst Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
                                                                            2. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Prospect Heights forms
                                                                            As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.

                                                                            False Fire Alarms

                                                                            As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                            Frequently asked questions

                                                                            As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.



                                                                            Jurisdiction Website  

                                                                            Rockford, Illinois

                                                                            1. To register online, go to https://rockfordil.citysupport.org/
                                                                              • *Do not Register Your Alarm if you received a letter from us. Please use the login credentials provided on the notice and login on the My Account page.
                                                                              • Payments for Registrations: $25 one time permit fee. No annual payment.
                                                                              • Payments for false alarms: Online payment: https://rockfordil.citysupport.org/
                                                                                Mail in payment to:
                                                                                City of Rockford Alarm Program
                                                                                P.O. Box 6112, Concord, CA 94524

                                                                            Frequently asked questions

                                                                            Rolling 12 Month Example Here is an example of how the rolling 12-month cycle works: Let's say you registered your alarm system in January 2018 and in that month you had one false alarm. Then in February of 2018, you had one false alarm. That's two false alarms in two months. One more and you are subject to a fine. Your next false alarm doesn't occur until January 2019. Because the 12-month period is rolling, you still have two false alarms, not one. The false alarm that you had in January 2018 gets dropped because that happened 13 months ago and no longer applies to your 12-month period

                                                                            An alarm owner can follow a few tips to prevent excessive false alarms and unnecessary emergency service dispatch. First, train all alarm users on how to properly engage and disengage the system. A number of false alarms are caused by users who are improperly trained. The alarm company should provide adequate training on how the system functions, make sure that all potential users understand the process. Also, maintain the system properly so as to avoid any system malfunctions. Not only will that prevent false alarms, but will also assure that your alarm system works in the event of a real emergency. If you have additional questions regarding the false alarm ordinance, please call the City of Rockford Alarm Program at 888-865-9770. NOTE: The City of Rockford is no longer mailing or issuing Alarm Permit Stickers. Please call 888-865-9770 to obtain more info on obtaining a printed copy of the alarm permit.



                                                                            False Police Alarms

                                                                            The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                            • 1st: $0
                                                                            • 2nd: $0
                                                                            • 3rd: $100
                                                                            • 4th: $100
                                                                            • 5th: $100
                                                                            • 6th: $100
                                                                            • 7th: $100
                                                                            • 8th: $100
                                                                            • 9th: $200
                                                                            • 10th: $200
                                                                            • 11th: $300

                                                                            The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                              False Fire Alarms

                                                                              The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                Online Registration  Ordinance  

                                                                                Village of Schaumburg :

                                                                                1. To register online, go to online registration
                                                                                  • New Customers: registration in the village of Schaumburg is required
                                                                                  • Payments for Registrations: There is no permit fee
                                                                                  • Payments for false alarm citation:
                                                                                  • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: Schaumburg False Alarm Reduction Program | PO Box 6767 Carol Stream, IL 60197-676
                                                                                2. As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding this is available

                                                                                False Fire Alarms

                                                                                As of 12/17/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                                Frequently asked questions

                                                                              • There is a frequently asked page located here


                                                                              • False Police Alarms

                                                                                The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                • 1st: $0
                                                                                • 2nd: $0
                                                                                • 3rd: $110
                                                                                • 4th: $110
                                                                                • 5th: $100
                                                                                • 6th: $225
                                                                                • 7th: $225
                                                                                • 8th: $335
                                                                                • 9th: $335
                                                                                • 10th: $335
                                                                                • 11th: $335

                                                                                The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                  False Fire Alarms

                                                                                  The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                    Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                                    Village of Skokie :

                                                                                      • New Residents : no entity or alarm user may maintain or operate an alarm system without a valid and effective alarm user permit.
                                                                                      • Payments for Registrations: There is an original permit issuance Fee of $25.00, There is an annual permit fee after first year of $20.00 , and a reinstatement Fee of $50.00. To mail your payment, please mail to: City of Village of Skokie 5127 Oakton Skokie - IL - 60077
                                                                                      • To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Collier Skokie forms

                                                                                    Frequently asked questions

                                                                                    As of 7/1/2021 no information regarding this is available.



                                                                                    False Police Alarms

                                                                                    The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                    • 1st: $0
                                                                                    • 2nd: $0
                                                                                    • 3rd: $50
                                                                                    • 4th: $50
                                                                                    • 5th: $50
                                                                                    • 6th: $100
                                                                                    • 7th: $100
                                                                                    • 8th: $200
                                                                                    • 9th: $200
                                                                                    • 10th: $200
                                                                                    • 11th: $200

                                                                                    The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                      False Fire Alarms

                                                                                      The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                        Printable Registration Form  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                                        The Village of South Holland :

                                                                                        1. To register online, go to http://southholland.alarmreg.com/
                                                                                          • New Customers: If you have never registered online before, enter your email address in the NEW USER side of the page, and a password will be emailed to you. Remember to check your SPAM folder if you do not see the email. The email should arrive within 5 minutes.
                                                                                          • Payments for Registrations: If you register online, you will pay your fee in the process. If you are renewing, make sure you have the RENEWAL CODE in order to receive the reduced rate. A RENEWAL code is emailed to you each year. You can update your online form throughout the year without having to pay any additional fees.
                                                                                          • Payments for false alarm citation: Online payment should be directed to a citation page.
                                                                                          • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: South Holland Police Department, 16330 South Park Ave., South Holland, IL 60473
                                                                                        2. To register by mail as residential, print and fill out the PDF form located at South Holland residential forms
                                                                                        3. To register by mail as a business, print and fill out the PDF form located at South Holland business forms

                                                                                        False Fire Alarms

                                                                                        As of 10/20/2020 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                                        Frequently asked questions

                                                                                      • Click here if step by step help on registration is needed
                                                                                      • How much is the Registration and the Renewal fee for residential and commercial?
                                                                                      • Registration is $25 for residential and $50 for Commercial. The renewal fee for Residential is $0 and the renewal fee for Commercial is $25


                                                                                      • False Police Alarms

                                                                                        The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                        • 1st: $0
                                                                                        • 2nd: $0
                                                                                        • 3rd: $50
                                                                                        • 4th: $50
                                                                                        • 5th: $50
                                                                                        • 6th: $50
                                                                                        • 7th: $50
                                                                                        • 8th: $50
                                                                                        • 9th: $50
                                                                                        • 10th: $50
                                                                                        • 11th: $50

                                                                                        The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                          False Fire Alarms

                                                                                          The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                            Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                                            City of St. Charles :

                                                                                            1. To register online, go to St. Charles online registration
                                                                                              • New Residents: The ordinance requires that all police alarm users must secure an Alarm User's Permit or be subject to a $300.00 fine.
                                                                                              • Payments for Registrations: St. Charles does not charge a fee for registration.
                                                                                              • If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: St. Charles Police Department 1515 W. Main Street St. Charles, IL 60174 fax: 630-377-1078
                                                                                            2. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at St. Charles IL forms

                                                                                            False Fire Alarms

                                                                                            As of 5/10/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                                            Frequently asked questions

                                                                                            As of 5/10/2021 no information regarding this is available.

                                                                                            False Police Alarms

                                                                                            The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                            • 1st: $0
                                                                                            • 2nd: $0
                                                                                            • 3rd: $25
                                                                                            • 4th: $50
                                                                                            • 5th: $100
                                                                                            • 6th: $300
                                                                                            • 7th: $500
                                                                                            • 8th: $500
                                                                                            • 9th: $500
                                                                                            • 10th: $500
                                                                                            • 11th: $500

                                                                                            The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                              False Fire Alarms

                                                                                              The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                                Online Registration  Jurisdiction Website  Ordinance  

                                                                                                City of Wheaton :

                                                                                                1. To register online: As of 6/22/2021 no information regarding this is available
                                                                                                  • New Residents : The false alarms run on a calendar year.
                                                                                                  • Payments for Registrations: There are no fees to obtain an alarm user permit.
                                                                                                  • Payments for false alarm citation: If you prefer to mail your payment, please mail to: City of Wheaton Police Department 900 West Liberty Drive Wheaton, Illinois 60187
                                                                                                2. To register by mail, print and fill out the PDF form located at Wheaton forms

                                                                                                False Alarms (Commercial)

                                                                                              • 1st: $0
                                                                                              • 2nd: $0
                                                                                              • 3rd: $0
                                                                                              • 4th: $300
                                                                                              • 5th: $300
                                                                                              • 6th: $300
                                                                                              • 7th: $300
                                                                                              • 8th: $300
                                                                                              • 9th: $300
                                                                                              • 10th: $600
                                                                                              • 11th: $600
                                                                                              • 12th: $600
                                                                                              • 13th: $600
                                                                                              • 14th: $600
                                                                                              • 15th and above: $1000
                                                                                              • False Fire Alarms

                                                                                                As of 6/22/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available.


                                                                                                Frequently asked questions

                                                                                                As of 6/22/2021 no information regarding fire alarms is available



                                                                                                False Police Alarms

                                                                                                The fee schedule for REGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                                • 1st: $0
                                                                                                • 2nd: $0
                                                                                                • 3rd: $0
                                                                                                • 4th: $150
                                                                                                • 5th: $150
                                                                                                • 6th: $150
                                                                                                • 7th: $150
                                                                                                • 8th: $150
                                                                                                • 9th: $150
                                                                                                • 10th: $250
                                                                                                • 11th: $250

                                                                                                The fee schedule for UNREGISTERED POLICE false alarms is as follows:

                                                                                                  False Fire Alarms

                                                                                                  The fee schedule for REGISTERED FIRE false alarms is as follows:

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