Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Boise, Idaho, call the Boise Police Department non-emergency line at (208) 377-6790 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Boise
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Boise Police Department) | (208) 377-6790 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Boise Police Department say?
"Non-emergency dispatch/Request an officer (208) 377-6790" 1
Who answers the call?
In Boise, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Boise Police Department 1.
Other cities
All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Boise?
(208) 377-6790, the Boise Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (208) 377-6790 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (208) 377-6790 is the Boise Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Boise?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Boise Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Boise · Police | City of Boise checked 2026-11-05
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline checked 2026-11-05
- MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine · Poison control center - emergency number checked 2026-11-05