The Northville Police Department is a law enforcement agency that protects the lives and properties of citizens and visitors, preserves peace, and prevents crime and disorder. The department supports Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.), which is an international education program that seeks to prevent the use of illegal drugs, membership in gangs and violent behavior. It undertakes cases related to murder, criminal and sexual assault, robbery, burglary, theft, arson and auto theft. The Northville Police Department performs duties related to domestic violence and traffic and parking law enforcement. The department also provides dispatch and lockup services. It maintains a location in Northville, Mich.