Please read these terms carefully before using the Hamilton Police Service website. By accessing this website or downloading its materials, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the website.
Accuracy of Information
Hamilton Police Service makes reasonable efforts to keep website content accurate and current. However, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness or suitability of information on this website or any linked website.
Content may contain errors or omissions and may be updated or removed without notice. Where accuracy is essential, please consult the original source documents or contact the relevant Hamilton Police Service unit to confirm the information.
Information and Advice
Website content is provided for general information only. It is not intended to replace legal, professional or business advice. Where appropriate, seek advice from a qualified professional before acting on information found on this website.
Links to Other Websites
Links to external websites are provided for convenience. Hamilton Police Service does not control these websites and is not responsible for their content, accuracy, availability or privacy practices. Providing a link does not imply endorsement of the website, its operator or its products or services.
External links considered for inclusion on this website must be to government or non-profit organizations and support the Service’s public safety and security mission. The Chief of Police retains sole discretion to approve, decline or remove any external link.
Copyright and Use of Materials
Text, photographs, graphics, videos, audio recordings and other materials on this website may be protected by copyright or other intellectual property rights belonging to Hamilton Police Service or third parties.
Unless otherwise stated, you may download one copy of website materials to a single device for personal, non-commercial use, provided that you:
- Keep all copyright, trademark and other proprietary notices intact.
- Do not modify the materials.
- Retain any author attribution.
This permission does not transfer ownership or grant any other rights to the materials.
Except as permitted by law or expressly authorized on this website, reproducing, republishing, modifying, posting, transmitting or distributing website materials requires prior written permission from Hamilton Police Service or the applicable rights holder.
Crests, Logos and Trademarks
Hamilton Police Service names, crests, designs and logos, along with other names and marks displayed on this website, may be protected by trademark or other laws.
Their appearance on this website does not grant permission to use them. Unauthorized use of Hamilton Police Service crests, designs or logos is prohibited.
Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, Hamilton Police Service is not liable for injury, damage or loss arising from access to, use of, or reliance on this website, its content or linked websites. This includes direct, indirect, consequential and economic losses.
Hamilton Police Service does not guarantee that the website will be available without interruption or free from errors, viruses or other harmful components. To the extent permitted by law, the Service is not responsible for damage to devices, systems or data resulting from browsing this website or downloading its materials.
Privacy and Electronic Communications
Information transmitted over the internet, including email, may be intercepted or accessed without authorization. The security and confidentiality of electronic communications cannot be guaranteed.
Avoid sending sensitive or confidential information through general email or website inquiries. Contact the relevant Hamilton Police Service unit to determine an appropriate way to provide this information.
Please review our Privacy Statement for information about how personal information submitted through this website is handled.
Changes to These Terms
Hamilton Police Service may update these terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised update date. Your continued use of the website following a change indicates acceptance of the updated terms.
Date modified: October 2026