| Understanding the Statistics
These statistics are generated from crime data provided by the Mountain View Police Department. The crime statistics on this site correspond to Uniform Crime Report (UCR) statistics. UCR statistics are published by the FBI for governmental jurisdictions all over the country. Part I statistics refer to the FBI's UCR of seven specific crimes; murder, rape, robbery, assault, burglary, larceny and motor theft. Part II crimes are all others. Be aware that sometimes apparent changes in crime rates actually reflect changes in the reporting methods, as specified by the U.S. Department of Justice. Please review the definitions provided to better understand the crimes being tallied. Except for homicide, all crimes listed include actual and attempted crimes. | Crime | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | | Part I Crimes | | Homicide | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | | Rape | 7 | 8 | 10 | 5 | 13 | 6 | | Robbery | 55 | 56 | 71 | 63 | 54 | 42 | | Assault | 491 | 466 | 533 | 553 | 555 | 552 | | Burglary | 233 | 157 | 271 | 253 | 229 | 209 | | Larceny/Theft | 1431 | 1224 | 1648 | 1660 | 1542 | 1489 | | Vehicle Theft | 143 | 138 | 325 | 263 | 202 | 139 | | Arson | 7 | 12 | 23 | N/A | N/A | N/A | | Total Part I | 2373 | 2062 | 2881 | 2596 | 2438 | 2406 | | Part II Crimes | | Forgery | 27 | 32 | 24 | 37 | 40 | 77 | | Fraud | 127 | 133 | 173 | 115 | 151 | 127 | | Embezzlement | 27 | 32 | 13 | 16 | 27 | 30 | | Stolen Property Possession | 31 | 35 | 43 | 29 | 26 | 17 | | Vandalism | 402 | 332 | 372 | 372 | 413 | 338 | | Prostitution/Sex Offenses | 45 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 50 | 31 | | Weapons Offenses | 34 | 47 | 42 | 37 | 40 | 70 | | Drug Offenses | 404 | 508 | 331 | 320 | 271 | 281 | | Driving Under the Influence | 272 | 283 | 338 | 266 | 315 | 326 | | Public Intoxication | 203 | 304 | 262 | 213 | 223 | 253 | | Disorderly Conduct | 16 | 20 | 23 | 30 | 30 | 35 | | City Ordinance Violations | 507 | 498 | 636 | 514 | 481 | 573 | | All Other Offenses | 1342 | 1317 | 1341 | 1300 | 1391 | 1490 | | Total Part II | 3437 | 3581 | 3640 | 3293 | 3458 | 3648 | | Total Part I & II | 5810 | 5643 | 6438 | 6091 | 6054 | 6086 |
Neighborhood Crime Statistics
There are two ways to find out about crime at a particular location in Mountain View. Monthly crime statistics are tallied online by reporting district. Alternatively, you may contact Jennifer Crist (650/903-6186) for a general assessment of crime in a neighborhood (free), or a printed report ($.25 per page, payable when picked up at the police department).
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2006 Annual Report |  | Definitions
Homicide
Unlawful killing of another human being.
Rape
Sexual intercourse without consent. Sexual crimes against children are reported separately as child abuse.
Robbery
Using force or fear to make someone surrender money or property.
Assault
Physical attack on another person. Includes domestic violence. Includes attacks with hands, feet, firearm, knife, or other objects. Includes minor assaults such as spitting or slapping. Child abuse is reported separately.
Aggravated Assault
An assault that leads to injury. Many assaults don't result in any physical injury.
Simple Assault
An assault without any sort of weapon, such as slapping or spitting.
Burglary
Forcible or unauthorized entry into a building.
Larceny/Theft
Taking property without owner's consent. Includes shoplifting, stealing from co-worker's desk.
Vehicle Theft
Taking a car or other vehicle without owner's consent.
Forgery
Attempt to pass a phony document or unauthorized signature.
Fraud
Obtaining property through deception.
Embezzlement
Stealing something you've been given trusted access to.
Possession of Stolen Property
Having property known to be stolen.
Vandalism
Deliberate destruction or damage of someone else's property.
Weapons Offenses
Crimes involving weapons: possession of an illegal weapon (i.e. sawed-off shotgun, switchblade), carrying a concealed weapon, unlawful possession of a weapon by a convicted felon or narcotic addict.
Prostitution/Sex Offenses
Engaging in (or agreeing to) any lewd act for payment. Lewd conduct (sexual touching, in a public place).
Drug Offenses
Transporting, selling, furnishing, possessing controlled substances. Illegal sale of prescription drugs. Being under the influence.
Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
Driving while intoxicated by alcohol, drugs or any combination.
Public Intoxication
Under the influence of alcohol or drugs in a public place, unable to care for self or presenting a hazard or obstacle to others.
Disorderly Conduct
Prowling, peeping, invasion of privacy.
City Ordinance Violations
City ordinances are city regulations. Examples include zoning, housing, fire and building codes.
All Other Offenses
Examples include perjury, liquor license violations, arson, cruelty to animals.
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