Your next important step is to obtain an Alarm Permit . The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office administers the Alarm Ordinance program for all cities in Multnomah County and unincorporated Multnomah County. This includes the cities of Portland, Gresham, Troutdale, Fairview, Wood Village, and Maywood Park. Having this information readily available enhances the dispatching process if your alarm system should activate. While local law enforcement agencies encourage the use of alarm systems, alarm users need to be aware of their responsibilities which include proper use of the alarm system and false alarm prevention.
False alarms deplete limited police resources and can jeopardize police officer safety.
The fines represent the gravity of the problem. Last year in Multnomah County, police responded to more than 24,000 false alarm calls. The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office has educational information on false alarm prevention available for free. The police are counting on you to prevent false alarms. I have been trained in the proper operation of the alarm system.