Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Minneapolis, Minnesota, call the Minneapolis Police Department non-emergency line at 311 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Minneapolis
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Minneapolis Police Department) | 311 | 1 |
| City services | 311 or 612-673-3000 | 3 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Minneapolis Police Department say?
"For a non-emergency, contact 311." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "Suspicious activity when no crime is in progress"
- "Abandoned vehicles or parking violations"
Who answers the call?
In Minneapolis, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Minneapolis Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Minnesota: Saint Paul. 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 Minneapolis?
311, the Minneapolis Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 311 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 311 is the Minneapolis Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Minneapolis?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Minneapolis Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 5
- City of Minneapolis · Ways to Report a Crime or Incident - City of Minneapolis checked 2026-11-05
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Minneapolis · 311 - City of Minneapolis 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