Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Paterson, New Jersey, call the Paterson Police Department non-emergency line at (973) 321-1111 (24/7) 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Paterson
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Paterson Police Department) | (973) 321-1111, 24/7 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Paterson Police Department say?
"Non-Emergency: (973) 321-1111 (24/7)" 1
Who answers the call?
In Paterson, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Paterson Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in New Jersey: Lakewood, Elizabeth, Edison, Woodbridge, Toms River, Hamilton Township, Trenton, Clifton. Outside city limits and on highways: New Jersey State Police (NJSP). 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 Paterson?
(973) 321-1111, the Paterson Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (973) 321-1111 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (973) 321-1111 is the Paterson Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Sources · 4
- Paterson Police Department (State of New Jersey, Office of the Attorney General) · Paterson Police Department – Contact 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