The Briarcliff Manor Police Department maintains peace and order, protects lives and property, and apprehends accused and suspected criminals. It operates a communication center that answers various calls and dispatches personnel for police, fire and medical emergencies. The department undertakes the enforcement of school bus safety and speed control throughout the community. The Briarcliff Manor Police Department conducts vehicle theft prevention and child passenger safety seat programs. It also offers online registration forms for vacation house checks. The department supports Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.), which is an educational classroom program that helps to prevent drug abuse and violence among children. In addition, the Briarcliff Manor Police Department provides applications for alarm permits. It is located in Briarcliff Manor, N.Y.