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Special Checks Program

Under the special checks program, DPS officers check the exterior of registered properties for signs of criminal activity or security breaches at peak travel times during Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring Breaks.

Winter Break Special Checks will begin at 5 p.m. on Monday, December 19 and continue through 3 p.m. on Sunday, January 8.

The program is available at no charge to residents in the Penn patrol zone, bounded by 30th Street to 43rd Street and from Baltimore Avenue to Market Street.

Students, faculty and staff who live in the patrol zone are encouraged to register their residence using the link below. Be sure to list your contact information, other occupants, landlord if applicable, vacancy dates, scheduled repairs and someone other than a landlord with access or a key to the property. 

Penn Police will periodically check the exterior of registered properties, for signs of criminal activity or security breaches during the break. Special checks cannot be provided for interior areas of apartment complexes. 

To register for a special check, visit: https://www.publicsafety.upenn.edu/contact/propertycheck/

 
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