De Soto Police Department

The De Soto Police Department is committed to being responsive to the community in the delivery of quality law enforcement services. We recognize our responsibility to maintain order, while affording dignity and respect to every individual. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of De Soto through a partnership with the community that promotes safe, secure streets and neighborhoods.

The De Soto Police Department is staffed with a full time Chief of Police, part time certified police officers, and reserve officers


Reminder from the De Soto Police Department
Don’t leave your valuables in a vehicle and if you have to please cover them so they are not as visible.


Reserve Officer Unit
A Reserve Officer is a volunteer (Non-Paid) position. Reserve Officers are required to complete an extensive training program set by the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy. Reserves will be required to have over 500 hours of supervised ride time before being allowed to conduct solo patrols. Once reserve officers complete the training process they will become state certified reserve officers. Annual training must be completed to remain on the department as a reserve officer. Reserve officers have the same rights and authority as a full-time police officer.


Social Media
The De Soto Police Department uses Facebook to send out community information and alerts. To follow our Facebook page go to the De Soto Iowa Facebook page


Community Engagement
The De Soto Police Department enjoys supporting many of the fun events that make De Soto a great place to live.


Complaints/ Compliments
If you would like to file a complaint, or send a compliment email the Chief of Police at policechief@desoto-ia.org


Police Department Forms
Business Emergency Contact Form
Witness Statement
Vacation House Check Request Form
Civilian Rider Request Form
Golf Cart Ordinance


Contact
Chief of Police – John Sparling
Dallas County Sheriff’s Office (Non-Emergency Dispatch) 515-993-4567
Emergency Phone: Dial 911