Operation Identification is a nationally recognized property identification program open to all members of the Brown University community. As a crime prevention program, its goal is to deter the thefts and aid in the recovery of stolen property. This is accomplished by applying decals to mark valuable property and tracking important identifying information about such property. Marked items are difficult for a thief to resell, and these items can be traced to the rightful owner.

Laptops, tablets, cell phones other items of value may be registered with DPS. A numbered decal will be applied to each item for easy identification. To make an appointment to have your items registered, please email dpscommunications@brown.edu and someone will get back to you during our normal business hours.

Registering your bicycle online is quick and easy. We host registration tables throughout the year, which are posted on Today@Brown. You can also email Officer David Riccio to set up an appointment at david_riccio@brown.edu.

The Crime Prevention Unit will assign you a registration number, a decal and a certificate of registration. Once you receive the decal, it is to be placed on the upper support bar just below the gooseneck of the handlebars. If your bicycle should need to be removed from a location, or if the lock needs to be cut off because you lost your key or forgot your lock combination, registration facilitates this process.

The DPS regularly hosts events to register valuables in person. This event series is advertised in our newsletter, on our Facebook page, and via Today@Brown.