City of Lewiston Police Dept

08/17/2026

A huge thank you to CCI/Speer for their generous donation to our K9 Program! 🐾 💙

K9 Officer Vanover and K9 Quincy are grateful for the support. These funds will go toward training, equipment, and other essential needs that help keep our K9 team prepared and effective.

Pictured with Captain Reese, Officer Vanover, and K9 Quincy are Steve McGrory, Corinna Harding, and Colista Stamper.

Thank you for investing in our K9 program!

We truly appreciate the continued support of our community!

08/10/2026

We could use your help in identifying this subject in relation to multiple incidences at Neighborhood Market, 1536 Main Street, on 5-30-2026 and 5-31-2026. If you can help, please contact Ofc. Jessup Scott at 208-746-0171 re LPD 26-L7044.

08/05/2026

We had a lot of fun at National Night Out 2026. Thank you everyone that came out and enjoyed the evening with us.

08/04/2026

Join us in congratulating Officer Ike Hopper in his recent graduation from the Idaho Police Officers Standards & Training Academy on Friday July 31, 2026. We are very proud of your achievement. Chief Kuzik attended the ceremony held in Meridian.

07/24/2026

Chief's Briefing Podcast #6. Chief Kuzik talks with Sgt. Nick Eylar and Cpl. Cody Bloomsburg about trauma informed investigations.

Follow this link to listen to Podcast #6. https://youtu.be/8Ei6PY9-YJ8

07/16/2026

***UPDATE***

Our Fingerprint Scanner has been fixed. We are resuming fingerprinting services.

Please visit https://www.cityoflewiston.org/306/Fingerprinting for information on Fingerprinting services we offer.

Thanks to our vendor and quick warranty support.

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE: Fingerprint Machine Out of Service

Please be advised that the LPD fingerprint scanner is temporarily out of service for maintenance. We are unable to provide public fingerprinting services at this time.

We do not currently have an estimated return date, but we will share an update as soon as the system is back online. Thank you for your understanding!

Get information on fingerprinting.

06/24/2026

Thank you to our local girl scouts who dropped off some cookies to the police department that were donated by the public. We appreciate everyone's support!

06/03/2026

Idaho State Police, Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office, and Lewiston Police Department Join Forces to Reduce Summer Crashes During “100 Deadliest Days”

MERIDIAN, Idaho — As Idaho enters the annual “100 Deadliest Days,” the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when serious injury and fatal crashes historically increase, the Idaho State Police, the Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office, and the Lewiston Police Department are partnering on a summer traffic safety enforcement effort focused on reducing preventable crashes and saving lives on Idaho roadways.

Throughout the summer months, motorists can expect to see increased patrol presence focused on dangerous driving behaviors commonly associated with serious injury and fatal crashes, including:

Speeding — Idaho Code § 49-654 (Basic Rule and Maximum Speed Limits)
Aggressive and Reckless Driving — Idaho Code § 49-1401 (Reckless Driving)
Impaired Driving — Idaho Code § 18-8004 (Driving Under the Influence)
Traffic Signal Violations — Idaho Code § 49-802 (Traffic-Control Signal Legend)
Distracted Driving — Idaho Code § 49-1401A (Using a Mobile Electronic Device While Driving)
Seatbelt Violations — Idaho Code § 49-673 (Safety Restraint Use Required)
E-Bike and Electric Scooter Safety Compliance — Idaho Code §§ 49-714 and 49-718 (Bicycle and Motorized Vehicle Traffic Regulations)
Law enforcement officials say the goal of the campaign is education, voluntary compliance, and improving roadway safety for everyone traveling Idaho highways and local roads during the busy summer season.

Focus on Vehicle Equipment Safety
As part of the campaign, officers will also place additional emphasis on equipment violations that can create safety hazards for motorists and reduce visibility for drivers.

Areas of focus include:

Idaho Code § 49-944 (Window Tint Standards): Idaho law regulates window tint to ensure drivers maintain adequate visibility, especially during nighttime driving and traffic stops. Excessively dark tint can reduce a driver’s ability to see pedestrians, bicyclists, and other vehicles, while also limiting visibility into vehicles during law enforcement contacts.
Idaho Code § 49-949 (Fender and Mud Flap Requirements): Idaho law requires vehicles to have adequate fenders, mud flaps, or splash guards to help prevent rocks, debris, water, and mud from being thrown into traffic. These violations are commonly associated with cracked windshields, reduced visibility, and roadway hazards for following vehicles.
Encouraging Compliance
Drivers cited for equipment violations are reminded that Idaho law provides an opportunity to correct the issue and bring the vehicle into compliance. Agencies involved in the campaign encourage motorists to address equipment violations promptly to help improve safety and avoid additional enforcement action.

“Our shared goal is keeping Idahoans safe during one of the busiest travel seasons of the year,” said ISP Colonel Bill Gardiner. “Most serious crashes are preventable. We’re asking drivers to slow down, drive sober, stay focused behind the wheel, and ensure their vehicles are safe and roadworthy before heading out this summer.”

“During the summer months, we see more families, young drivers, visitors, bicyclists, and riders using e-bikes and electric scooters on our roads,” said LPD Chief Jason Kuzik. “Our officers want people to enjoy everything our community has to offer while making smart choices that keep everyone safe, whether that’s buckling up, putting the phone away, following traffic laws, or paying attention to changing traffic conditions.”

“This campaign is about high visibility and proactive enforcement,” said NPC Sheriff Bryce Scrimsher. “Deputies will continue working closely with our local and state partners to address dangerous driving behaviors before they lead to serious crashes or injuries.”

Nez Perce County Prosecutor Justin Coleman added, “Traffic laws and vehicle equipment standards exist because they save lives. Consistent enforcement helps reduce preventable crashes, supports accountability on our roadways, and reinforces the importance of responsible driving throughout our communities.”

The Idaho State Police, Nez Perce County Sheriff’s Office, and Lewiston Police Department encourage all motorists to plan ahead, designate sober drivers, avoid distracted driving, obey posted traffic laws, and make sure their vehicles are roadworthy before traveling this summer.

05/29/2026

Come join us for Cool Down with a Cop on Thursday, June 11th from 4pm to 6pm at Hereth Park. The City of Lewiston Library and Parks and Rec will be there as well. We will have free cold treats for the kiddos. Like every year, we will have some police equipment there for everyone to look at and officers will be there to answer questions and just hang out with everyone.

05/29/2026

911 Dispatch Center - through the years.

Sometimes it's fun to see just how far we have come with technology. From officers using call boxes placed strategically around town, to portable radios that allowed them to talk to our 911 dispatchers directly. Now we have so many methods to communicate - from patrol car/portable radios, cell phones, body cams that tell current locations of officers, MDC's (mobile data computers) in the cars/fire trucks/ambulances, and so many new things on the horizon. Our 911 Dispatch Center is constantly evolving.

1970's
Location - old station 3rd & D Street.

1980's
Location - current location 1224 F Street (before remodel in 2007).

2026
Location - current location 1224 F Street.