Short answer. For a matter that is not an emergency, call the Kentucky State Police general information line at (502) 782-1800 2. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 1.
Who to call
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 1 |
| KSP, general information line | (502) 782-1800 | 2 |
Non-emergency numbers by district
| District | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Post 12 — Frankfort | (502) 227-2221 | 2 |
What does the Kentucky State Police say?
"(502) 782-1800" 2
City police in Kentucky
Inside a city, non-emergency calls usually go to the city police or sheriff. City lines in Kentucky: Louisville, Lexington. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city.
Frequently asked questions
What is the KSP non-emergency number?
The Kentucky State Police publishes its general information line: (502) 782-1800 2.
Should I call 911 or the KSP non-emergency line?
Call 911 if a life, a person or property is in danger right now 1. Use the non-emergency line for everything else.
Sources · 2
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- Kentucky State Police · KSP Post 12 checked 2026-11-09