The City of Kearns utilizes the Unified Police Department (UPD) of Greater Salt Lake for its law enforcement needs. As a member of the UPD, Kearns participates in a system that serves various cities and communities throughout Salt Lake County.
For police emergencies, residents are instructed to call 9-1-1. Non-emergency inquiries can be directed to (801) 840-4000.
The Unified Police Department model allows participating communities to access comprehensive police services at a reduced cost compared to maintaining an independent force. By consolidating specialized services including SWAT, forensics, records, and dispatch under a single organization, the UPD enables communities to share expenses.
According to the city, this shared structure is intended to save local governments money and reduce the tax burden on citizens.
