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1. Is on-street parking allowed during the winter?

Unless otherwise regulated, parking is allowed on City streets during the winter on the ODD numbered side of the street.

Parking is NOT allowed on City streets on the even numbered side between 2AM and 6AM. This is in effect from 15 November until 31 March.

If a snow storm is expected, a Snow Emergency might be declared. Please see the information about Snow Emergencies.

Please refer to the City Traffic Ordinances of 1935, as amended, Section 7-4. The full text reads:

It shall be unlawful for the driver of any vehicle other than one acting on an emergency, to park said vehicle on the even side of any street between the hours of 2 AM and 6 AM of any day each year during the period beginning at 12:00 midnight November 15 and ending at 12:00 midnight the following March 31. (amended 8/6/1964; amended 2/8/1966; amended 1/8/1969; amended 7/24/1978, amended 11/19/1982; amended 10/4/2001)

2. Where can I park during a Snow Emergency?

A Snow Emergency is declared by the Department of Public Works. It is advertised on most Boston TV and radio stations.

Please park in your driveway, allowing room for street and sidewalk plows to do their work.

If you do not have a driveway, the Public Works Department allows parking in municipal lots. They ask that you move your car once the storm is over, so they can clean up the lot for the next business day.

3. How can I find out about Sex Offenders living in Woburn?

Level 3 Sex Offenders are considered the most dangerous and are posted here on the police web site. To get information about Level 2 Sex Offenders, click on the link below, print and complete the form, and take it to the Police Station with a photo ID. There is no fee.
Sex Offender Information Form

4. Where do I pay my parking ticket fine?

Parking fines may be paid in person at the Police Station, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., or through the mail to:

Attn: Parking Clerk
Woburn Police Department
25 Harrison Avenue
Woburn, MA 01801

5. How can I obtain a copy of an incident or crash report?

To obtain a copy of a report you can come to the station or call 781-932-4510 x812 during the business day. We do not currently charge a fee to obtain a copy of an incident report.

As of Monday September 13, the Department will institute a $5.00 fee to obtain a copy of a crash report at the station. Crash Reports area available on-line at http://woburnma.policereports.us . . There will be a convenience fee added to the on-line reports.

The Massachusetts Public Records Law restricts some reports from public access. Reports containing information about juveniles, sexual assaults, matters still under investigation, and arrest reports are usually NOT available.

6. How do I obtain a gun permit?

Click on the link below for information from the state regarding gun permits.

Massachusetts has very strict laws governing who may be issued gun permits. Generally, any person convicted of a drug offense, domestic violence or violation of a gun law is NOT eligible to obtain a permit.

For the Woburn Police staff member who processes gun permit applications and renewals, please call 781-932-4510 x888.
Gun Permit Information

7. I have an alarm system at my home / business. Do I need to register it with the Police Department ?

Yes you do. The City of Woburn has an Ordinance that requires every residential and commercial alarm system to be registered.

Please click on ON-LINE FORMS on the Police main page to register your residential or commercial alarm system on line.

A brief summary of the Alarm Ordinance:
- All Alarms must be registered.
- No alarms that dial the police can be installed.
- Each location is allowed 3 accidental activations of the alarm system each calendar year, after that each activation is fined by a fee of $25.00.
- There is an appeal system if a charge is issued.
- The fine for failing to register with the Police Department is $100.00.

The Alarm Registration office can be reached at 781-932-4510 x882.

Alarm Ordinance

8. I was issued a traffic ticket. What do I do?

Please look at the back of the ticket. The ticket will explain your options. The different options available to you have different time limits in which you must act, so read the ticket as soon as you get it.

If ALL CIVIL INFRACTIONS is checked, you have 20 days to decide on your course of action.

If CRIMINAL APPLICATION is checked, you have 4 days to decide on your course of action.

Make your decision and follow the instructions.

Follow the link below for contact information about the Woburn District Court.
Woburn District Court

9. How can I get a copy of my own or someone else's criminal record?

Local police cannot provide this information. You must contact the MA Criminal History Systems Board in writing to obtain this information. More information is available by clicking on the link below.
Obtaining Criminal records

10. How can I obtain a copy of my driving record?

Local police cannot provide this information. You must request this information from the Registry of Motor Vehicles. Click on the link below.
Obtaining a Driving Record

11. I have a gun permit and I am moving to (or out of) Woburn. Do I need to notify anybody?

Follow the link below. Download the form and follow the instructions on it.
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