Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Lubbock, Texas, call the Lubbock Police Department non-emergency line at 806-775-2865 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Lubbock
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Lubbock Police Department) | 806-775-2865 | 1 |
| City services | 311 | 3 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Lubbock Police Department say?
"For emergencies call: 911 For non-emergencies call: 806-775-2865" 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "If you need a Police Officer to respond, contact Police Dispatch at 806-775-2865."
Who answers the call?
In Lubbock, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Lubbock Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Texas: Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Christi. 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 Lubbock?
806-775-2865, the Lubbock Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 806-775-2865 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 806-775-2865 is the Lubbock Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Sources · 5
- City of Lubbock · Police Department | Lubbock, TX checked 2026-11-05
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Lubbock · 311 Citizen Requests | Lubbock, TX checked 2026-11-05
- 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