The Pevely Police Department is a law enforcement agency that protects the lives and properties of citizens and visitors, focuses on preserving peace, prevents crime and disorder, and safeguards personal rights and liberty. The department was established in 1968 and serves more than 4,400 residents. It conducts a neighborhood watch program that encourages citizens to help in law enforcement by reporting suspicious criminal activities. The department provides fingerprinting identification services for children and adults. The Pevely Police Department operates a detective bureau and field operations and patrol divisions. In addition, the department offers vacation house and record checking services. It maintains a location in Pevely, Mo.