Allentown
United States | Pennsylvania
Updated - August 15, 2025
Picture By: Allentown Police Department
Allentown is a city located in the state of Pennsylvania, USA. It is the largest city in the Lehigh Valley region and serves as the county seat of Lehigh County. With a population of approximately 120,000 residents, Allentown is known for its rich history, diverse culture, and vibrant arts scene. The city has a mix of historic architecture and modern developments, and it offers various amenities, including parks, museums, theaters, and restaurants. Allentown is also home to several educational institutions and hosts annual events that celebrate its community spirit.
*Only agencies with a visible prescence and primary jurisdictions are listed. Other law enforcement agencies may be seen in Allentown*
-Clicking the agency's name takes you to their homepage-
Local/State Agencies
| Agency (Click Me) |
Governing Body | Type | Primary Jurisdiction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown Police Department | City of Allentown | Municipal Police | Allentown's city limits |
| Lehigh County Sheriff’s Office | Lehigh County | County Police | Lehigh County |
| Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority Police Department | Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority | Airport Police | Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority properties |
| Muhlenberg College Department of Campus Safety and Police | Muhlenberg College | Campus Police | Muhlenberg College Campus |
| Cedar Crest College Police Department | Cedar Crest College | Campus Police | Cedar Crest College Campus |
| Desales University Police Department | Desales University | Campus Police | Desales University properties |
| Pennsylvania State Police | State of Pennsylvania | State Police | Highways & areas without their own police force |
Federal Agencies
*with a visible patrolling prescence*
| Agency (Click Me) |
Governing Body | Type | Primary Jurisdiction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Protective Service | DHS | Federal Police | Federal properties |
Ability to issue Pennsylvania traffic citations?
| Agency | Yes/No |
|---|---|
| Allentown Police Department | Yes |
| Lehigh County Sheriff’s Office | Yes |
| >Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority Police Department | Yes |
| Muhlenberg College Office of Campus Safety and Police | Yes |
| Cedar Crest College Police Department | Yes |
| Desales University Police Department | Yes |
| Pennsylvania State Police | Yes |
| Federal Protective Service | No |
*Federal officers can pull you over. They may issue federal traffic tickets on federal property.
Federal officers may also intervene when there is a public safety risk such as a dwi.
- Some uniformed federal officers may be deputized by the state, allowing them to enforce state traffic laws.
- Customs and Border Protection officers may conduct vehicle stops anywhere within the 100 mile zone.*