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1. Is there a parking ban during the Winter?

Article XIV - Use of Public Ways; Section 11 of The Town of Whitman By-Laws states: Between the hours of 11:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M. no person shall place, or cause to be placed, any vehicle which shall interfere with the removing or plowing of snow, or the removing of ice in any way of the town. The Board of Public Works, or those acting under their orders in the lawful performance of their duties, for the purpose of removing or plowing snow, or removing ice, from any way, is hereby authorized and empowered to remove, or cause to be removed, to some convenient place, including in such term a public garage, any vehicle interfering with such work, and the owner of such vehicle shall be liable for the cost of such removal, and the storage charges, if any resulting therefrom.

In addition, The Board of Selectmen have the authority to declare a local state of emergency at any time they deem appropriate. This depending on what the state of emergency was declared for could trigger a parking ban. The parking ban hours would be determined by the Board of Selectmen and not necessarily limited to the hours of 11:00 P.M. to 6:00 A.M. The Board of Selectmen also reserve the right to restrict parking as they deem necessary.

2. Is it illegal to push/shovel snow or ice into the roadway?

Yes, Ch. 90 Sec. 7B, Pushing/shoveling snow or ice into the roadway. This violation is a $150.00 civil fine. Additionally, this action could cause an accident and expose the offender to possible civil litigation from those that are injured.

3. My Vehicle was towed by the Whitman Police Department. What do I need to do to pick up my car?

• Must have a release paper from the Whitman Police Department.
  
• Have the full balance of service bill, usually cash only.
  
• Have proof of ownership, identification (i.e. drivers license).

4. My Vehicle was towed by the Whitman Police Department. How can I contact the tow company?

Our Towing Companies:

• Auto Tec
  1125 Bedford St.
  Whitman, MA 02382
  
  

  Ph: 781-447-2403



• Mikes Auto
  654 Washington St.
  Whitman, MA 02382
  
  

  Ph: 781-447-5028



• Distinctive Auto Body
  203 Bedford St.
  Whitman, MA 02382
  
  

  Ph: 781-447-0721

5. I was involved in a motor vehicle accident, what do I have to do?

You must report an accident in which someone is killed, hurt, or if there are damages in excess of $1,000 to a car or other property. A written accident report must be sent to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles and to the Police Department in the city or town where the accident happened within five days of the accident. Accident report forms are available at all police stations or download below. We make copies of available police reports for a fee of $5.

Motor Vehicle Accident Form

6. How can I get a firearms permit?

Please review the Firearms licensing page on our website using the link below and call the police department to speak with a licensing official if you have any questions about the procedures or application. Thank you.

Firearms licensing information

7. How can I get a copy of my criminal record for my employer?

If you need a copy of your criminal record for the purpose of employment, you can pick-up a form in the lobby of the police station.

Mail it to:
Criminal History Systems Board
Attn: Records Unit
200 Arlington St., Ste. 2200
Chelsea, MA 02150