Oklahoma Home Security and Safety Resources

Emergencies, crime incidents (like burglaries), and other worrisome events don’t usually come with a lot of warning. That's why we encourage everyone to be proactive about safety and security—at home and in your community. To help you stay safe in Oklahoma, we’ve put together this list of local and statewide resources to make sure you know where to turn before the unexpected happens.

Crime prevention

Oklahoma Crime Prevention Network
Oklahoma State Crime Stoppers
FBI: Oklahoma City

City crime prevention

Oklahoma City Police Crime Prevention
City of Norman Police Crime Prevention
Enid Police Crime Prevention
Oklahoma City Crime Stoppers
Lawton Crime Stoppers

Neighborhood watch

NACOK Fighting Crime Together
Oklahoma Neighborhood Watch
NACOK Neighborhood Alliance of Central Oklahoma

Emergency preparedness

Oklahoma Emergencies and Disasters
Oklahoma City Police Emergency Management
Oklahoma Emergency Management Association
OKC County Health Department: Emergency Preparedness and Response Program
Oklahoma Disaster Relief
OKSTRONG

Fire safety

OKC Fire Department
City of Norman Fire Prevention
Tulsa Fire Department
Broken Arrow Fire Department

Alarm associations

OKBFAA

General safety

Oklahoma Highway Safety Office
DISD Student Prevention and Intervention
OSC
Oklahoma Department of Public Safety

Child abuse prevention

Oklahoma CBCAP
The Bridge Children's Advocacy Center
The C.A.R.E. Center

Domestic violence

Oklahoma Family Violence Prevention and Services
YWCA Oklahoma Domestic Violence Services

See the Safest Cities in Oklahoma report for more information on crime statistics across the state.

In the United States, homes without a security system are three times more likely to be burglarized. Burglars want to get in and out with minimum hassle—why risk getting caught by a security system when they could just move onto the next house? Security systems send a message to burglars that your home is not to be trifled with.

With the smart home features available today, it’s easy to monitor the happenings in your home whether you’re sitting on your sofa or out running errands. Look into handy features like remote activation of your security system, control of your lighting and appliances, and live video streaming to your phone.

Don’t forget to take care of the obvious. Always lock your doors, and leave a spare key with a friend or neighbor (instead of under a flower pot or doormat). Don’t forget to close your windows at night or when you’re out. Trim bushes lining your home to eliminate hiding places, and invest in outdoor lighting to keep dark spots near your home entrances visible.

Strengthening the security of your neighborhood can start with getting to know your neighbors. You might find friends who can watch your place when you’re away, look out for a lost pet, help solve package theft mysteries, or aid in an emergency. And you can work together to build safety resources your community needs.

Avoid announcing specific vacation plans on social media or making it clear that the house is empty. To maintain a lived-in appearance, stop the mail and newspapers before you leave, and set indoor lights on variable timers. Let trusted neighbors know you’ll be gone; consider asking them to park their car in your driveway or make footprints in the snow (if it’s winter).

• The State of Safety in the United States
• How to Choose a Security System
• The Beginner’s Guide to Security Cameras
• Home Safety and Security Checklist
• 20 Things You’ll Need for Your First Home