Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Pasadena, California, call the Pasadena Police Department non-emergency line at 626-744-4241 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Pasadena
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Pasadena Police Department) | 626-744-4241 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Pasadena Police Department say?
"Non-emergency requests, call 626-744-4241" 1
Who answers the call?
In Pasadena, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Pasadena Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in California: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento, Long Beach, Oakland. Outside city limits and on highways: California Highway Patrol (CHP). 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 Pasadena?
626-744-4241, the Pasadena Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 626-744-4241 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 626-744-4241 is the Pasadena Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Pasadena (Pasadena Police Department) · Police Department 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