Short answer. For a matter that is not an emergency, call the Rhode Island State Police non-emergency line at (401) 444-1000 2. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 1.
Who to call
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 1 |
| RISP, non-emergency | (401) 444-1000 | 2 |
Non-emergency numbers by district
| District | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Wickford Barracks | (401) 444-1064 | 2 |
| Portsmouth Barracks | (401) 444-1066 | 2 |
| Lincoln Woods Barracks | (401) 444-1100 | 2 |
| Hope Valley Barracks | (401) 444-1068 | 2 |
What does the Rhode Island State Police say?
"Phone: (401) 444-1000" 2
City police in Rhode Island
Inside a city, non-emergency calls usually go to the city police or sheriff. City lines in Rhode Island: Providence. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city.
Frequently asked questions
What is the RISP non-emergency number?
(401) 444-1000, the Rhode Island State Police non-emergency line 2.
Should I call 911 or the RISP non-emergency line?
Call 911 if a life, a person or property is in danger right now 1. Use the non-emergency line for everything else.
Sources · 2
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- Rhode Island State Police · Contact Us | Rhode Island State Police checked 2026-11-09