The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension issues Mobile Monitor Permits to applicants who meet the requirements laid out in Minnesota law.

People, firms, political subdivisions and/or corporations are required to obtain a Mobile Monitoring Permit to use radio equipment capable of receiving a police emergency frequency. 

You may apply for a permit using one of the Mobile Monitoring Permit forms available below.

Who should use what form?

• Use the Individual Mobile Monitor Permit Application for a permit to install a radio in your vehicle.
• Media Monitor Permit Application Form
• Current permit holders should use the Mobile Monitor Permit Update Form to renew their permit.
• Non-Law Enforcement Mobile Monitor Permit Application Form