Prevention Programs
Mission of the Crime Prevention Unit
The Cape May County Sheriff's Crime Prevention Unit exists to reduce criminal victimization, reduce unwarranted fear of crime, and improve the quality of life of the citizens of Cape May County.
Goals of the Crime Prevention Unit
Our mission will be achieved by addressing each segment of the County population with specific and appropriate educational programs, support services, and expertise.
Child Safety Programs
Specifically we offer:
- Child Fingerprinting
- Sheriff's Say No To Drugs and Pass Jail Program
- McGruff the Crime Fighting Dog
- Stranger Awareness
- Latchkey Kids
- Internet and E-mail Safety
- Eddie Eagle Safety Program - Gun Safety / Awareness
- Turn Off the Violence
- Explorer Post 1692
- Project Lifesaver
- Cell Phone Safety for Kids
- School Safety
- School Security Surveys (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Method)
- Safe School Program
- Tip Boxes
- Hot Line (in conjunction with Crime Stoppers of Cape May)
- Physical Security Planning Manual
Adult Safety Programs
Specifically we offer:
- Project Lifesaver
- Tip411
- Safety Brochures
- Senior Citizen Safety
- Safe Boating
- Jogging Safety for Women
- Safe Travel Tips (Auto Safety)
- Vacation Safety Tips (Hotel & Motel)
- Safety Tips for College Students
- Home Safety Inspection Checklist
- Seat belt Safety
- Anti-Fraud Lectures
- Say No to Telephone Fraud
- Home Repair Fraud
- Con Games
The Cape May County Sheriff's Office no longer does the Vehicle Child Safety Seat Inspections. If you are still interested in having a certified inspector check your Child Safety Seat please go to “Safekids” website and click the button for car seat events.