ECC Police Department

Our safety relies on others' willingness to call for attention when something seems out of place. The motto "See something, say something" has never been more important. We would much rather check on something than have it turn out to be nothing. Our highly experienced police department is prepared to help all who visit our campus. 

The ECCPD provides additional support services to the college, including:

• Parking Control
• Traffic enforcement
• Traffic crash investigation
• Motorist assistance with minor problems, such as jump-starts or vehicle lockouts
• Emergency first aid
• Safety escorts
• Special event security

Officers On Duty & Services Offered

ECC and Elgin police conduct routine vehicle and foot patrols of the campus buildings and grounds.

Patrol Schedule: Officers are on duty throughout the college's standard operational hours. In addition to patrolling, officers are assigned to various units, including investigations, crime prevention, parking enforcement, and safety. 

Officer Safety Escort Service

For an escort to and from buildings on ECC's campus, don't hesitate to contact ECC Police at 847-214-7778 or extension 7778 from an on-campus phone. An officer will meet you at your vehicle in ECC’s parking lots or inside ECC buildings. This service is available from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week, throughout the academic year when the college is open.

Parking and Car Trouble

ECC Police and the Elgin Police Department enforce all regulations on campus.

During the first month of school, the ECC Police Department offers a parking ticket amnesty program. Anyone with an outstanding parking ticket (except handicapped violations) can settle it by donating to Spartan Pantry.

ECC Police also provides a free service with portable battery packs for vehicle jump-starts. To request this service, call 847-214-7777 or extension 7777 from an on-campus phone. They can assist in contacting a locksmith or garage of your choice for lockouts or other issues.

Unattended Children on Campus

Elgin Community College provides a safe and positive educational environment free from potential distractions. The college facilities and grounds are inappropriate places for unattended children, and ECC is not liable for visiting children without adult supervision. View Administrative Procedure 3.802 Unattended Children on Campus for more information.

Firearms/Weapons Free Campus

All persons are prohibited from possessing firearms and/or weapons on property owned, leased, or controlled by ECC, including those with a valid federal or state license, to possess firearms or weapons unless authorized by law or expressly exempted by federal or state law or ECC regulation. View Administrative Procedure 3.902 Firearms, Weapons, and Concealed Carry Procedure.