Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Meridian, Idaho, call the Meridian 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 Meridian
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Meridian Police Department) | (208) 377-6790 | 1 |
| Animal control (listed by Meridian Police Department) | (208) 343-3166 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Meridian Police Department say?
"Non Emergency Dispatch: (208) 377-6790" 1
Who answers the call?
In Meridian, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Meridian Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Idaho: Boise, Nampa. Outside city limits and on highways: Idaho State Police (ISP). 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 Meridian?
(208) 377-6790, the Meridian 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 Meridian Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the animal control number in Meridian?
(208) 343-3166: Animal control (listed by Meridian Police Department) 1. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 4
- City of Meridian · Neighborhood Watch | City of Meridian checked 2026-11-09
- 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