sked Questions

• Where do I go to get fingerprinted?
• Finger printing is done at the La Crosse County Main Jail.
  333 Vine Street, La Crosse.  You do not need to make an appointment.  Days and hours are listed below:

Wednesday	7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday	1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

 

• Where can I get my child's safety/booster seat checked?

• La Crosse County Health Department
  300 Fourth Street N.
  La Crosse, WI 54601
  608-785-9872

• When does alternate parking take effect?

• Alternate parking is in effect from November 1 to April 1.
  Hours of enforcement are 1 a.m. to 6 a.m. Cars must be parked on the even side of the street on even-numbered days and on the odd side of the street on odd-numbered days.

What are the laws relating to safety belts?

Occupant's Age	In Front Seat	In Back Seat
Under 4 year's old -	Must be in child car seat	Must be in child car seat
4 to under 8 years old-	In child car seat or booster	In child car seat or booster
8 to 15 years old -	In safety belt (or driver receives citation)	In safety belt if shoulder/lap system
16 years or older -	In safety belt  (each violator receives citation)	In safety belt if shoulder/lap system

State Statute #347.48 (4) : This child passenger law
(0 to 8 years) authorizes primary enforcement 
(no other violation need exist)

• No one may transport a child under the age of four that is not properly restrained in a child safety seat, nor under the age of eight that is not in a car seat

• No Child under the age of 16 may be transported in the cargo area of a vehicle or the back of a pickup truck that is not equipped with safety belts or a child car seat
   

Where can motorized scooters/pocket bikes/skateboards be ridden?  With permission, they can be operated on private property, private roads and driveways. Motorized scooters do not meet federal safety equipment standards and are designed for off-road use. They are not legal to ride on the streets, sidewalks, parks or City bike paths  in Onalaska.

• How can I help to prevent an abduction?

Although no one wants to think about the abduction of a child, the best prevention is for you and your children to be informed and aware.  

1. Teach your children their full name, address, and phone number. 

2. Teach your children how to make a long distance call (both directly to you using the area code and by dialing "0" for operator). 

3. Know the routes your child takes to and from school, friends' homes, and other activities. 

4. Be involved in your child's activities by volunteering at school, clubs, and sporting events. 

5. Participate in a neighborhood watch program. 

6. Before leaving your child in the care of a day-care, preschool, baby-sitter, or youth organization, check their references and qualifications. Ask if they do pre-employment background checks. 

7. Teach your child what to do if approached by a stranger. Common approaches are offering a ride, gifts or candy, asking the child to help them look for a lost pet, or claiming that the child's parent has asked them to bring the child home because of an emergency. 

8. Listen to your child; don't disregard their fears. Instead, let them know you take their fears and concerns seriously

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What is Coulee Region Municipal Court?

It is a joint court system utilizing the resources of one Municipal Court

Agencies included are:
Bangor
Campbell
Holmen
Onalaska
Rockland
Shelby
West Salem

Tickets for these agencies can be paid at the Onalaska Police Department
415 Main St, Onalaska WI 54650- West end of 1st floor

Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.

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• What do I need to know about Direct Sellers?  

With the recent increase in requests for door-to-door sales permits, the Onalaska Police Department is putting out a reminder to residents of requirements for obtaining permits and how these requirements protect citizens as consumers of these products and/or services.

If a salesperson comes to your door, they are required to have an ID and city-issued permit on them and are required to produce these upon request. If they refuse to do so or if you are suspicious of their credibility, please contact the Onalaska Police Department at 781-9550.  

• What other regulations are there for Parking?

Twenty‑Four (24) Hour Limitation.

 No person, firm or corporation shall park or leave standing any automobile, truck, tractor, trailer or vehicle of any description on any public street or public parking lot owned by the City for a period of twenty‑four (24) or more consecutive hours in the same location at any time, except that where more restrictive parking limits have been established the more restrictive limits shall apply.

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• Where do I get a bike license?

They are available at the Onalaska Police Department.

The City of Onalaska requires that all bicycles be licensed. This makes it easier for the Police Department to locate owners of recovered/lost/stolen bicycles.

The cost is a one time fee of $2.00 per bicycle, for all City of Onalaska residents.

        Information needed:

1.Make  (example) - Giant
2.Model  (example) - Sedona
3.Serial # (example) - XYZ12345
4. Color   (example)  - Black
5. Wheel size (example) - 20"
6. Type       (example) - Mountain Bike

 

• I have a question regarding a traffic or municipal citation?

Examples:

Court dates/Changes
Fine amount
Points assessed
Payment Plans
Alcohol/Drug Assessments
Community Service relating to charge

These questions should be directed to:

Clerk of Courts  
Amber Jolly
415 Main St.
Onalaska, WI 54650
608-781-9558
(located next door to Police Department)

 

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