General Information

Electric Scooters and Pennsylvania Law

Electric scooters have become a popular way to get around, but their legal status in Pennsylvania can be confusing. Here’s a breakdown of where you can and can’t legally ride your electric scooter. Rules of the Road Pennsylvania law is quite strict when it comes to electric scooters on public roads. The state considers them …

FAQ: Traffic Laws

Is seatbelt use required in Pennsylvania? Yes. Section 4581 of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code mandates seat belt use for anyone between the ages of 8 and 18 – this is a primary offense. In addition, persons aged 18 years and older seated in the a front seat are required to wear seat belts and can …

FAQ: Vehicle Equipment

Can I put sun screening (window tint) on my car? Sun screening must conform to the standards of the PA Vehicle Equipment Regulations. The 70% light transmittance standard is measured by police with a light transmittance meter. The windows on most vehicles equipped with air conditioning only allow 77% light transmittance from the factory thereby …

Fireworks in Upper Allen Township

Types of Fireworks Pennsylvania law defines “consumer fireworks” as devices that produce a visible or audible effect by combustion. These include firecrackers, Roman candles, bottle rockets, and similar items. However, it’s important to note that ground and hand-held sparkling devices, novelties, and toy caps are NOT considered consumer fireworks and are therefore permitted at all …

Forms and Laws

Upper Allen Police Forms UA 7 Citizen Commendation or Complaint UA 14 Merchant Transaction Report UA 18 Citizen Report of Stolen Property UA 26 Rights and Services Available to Crime Victims (English) UA 26 Rights and Services Available to Crime Victims (Spanish) UA 38 Voluntary Statement Form UA 52 Emergency Contact Information UA 71 Parking …

Golf Carts and Pennsylvania Law

Golf carts are becoming an increasingly popular way to get around, but there’s a lot of misleading information online about where, when, and by whom they may be driven. Here’s a breakdown of Pennsylvania’s laws concerning golf cart use on Commonwealth highways. Important Distinction Although they are very similar in appearance and purpose, Golf Carts …

In Memory

The Upper Allen Police Department has, by the grace of God, never lost an officer in the line of duty. Our county has not been so fortunate. We would like this page to honor all officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty and, in particular, those from Cumberland County. Officer George …

Links

Upper Allen Township Upper Allen Fire Department American Police Hall of Fame America’s Most Wanted County of Cumberland Federal Bureau of Investigation International Association of Chiefs of Police Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission National Center for Missing & Exploited Children National Fraternal Order of Police National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund Netsmartz.org – …

Public Safety Meetings

Township residents and owners of businesses within the Township are encouraged to meet our Public Safety Committee. The Public Safety Committee meets at 6:30 PM on the second Wednesday in April, August and December. Representatives of the Upper Allen Township Board of Commissioners, Fire Department, Police Department, and Emergency Medical Services are available to discuss …

Solicitor Permits Required

To protect our residents and ensure all door-to-door vendors are legitimate, Upper Allen Township requires soliciting permits. This means most vendors who come to your door must have a permit issued by the Township. Who Needs a Permit? This includes people selling: Home improvements (windows, siding, paving) Internet or energy plans Magazine and book subscriptions …

Voluntary Statement Form