What is the police non-emergency number in Richmond?

Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Richmond, California, call the Richmond Police Department non-emergency line at (510) 233-1214 ¹. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 ².

Who to call in Richmond

What does the Richmond Police Department say?

"Non-emergencies: (510) 233-1214" ¹

When should you use the non-emergency line?

The official page lists these examples ¹:

• "loud noise or music complaints"
• "non-injury accidents"
• "reporting cold crimes that were just discovered"
• "loitering people"
• "parking complaints"
• "abandoned vehicles"

Who answers the call?

In Richmond, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Richmond 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 Richmond?

(510) 233-1214, the Richmond Police Department non-emergency line ¹.

Is (510) 233-1214 the same as 911?

No. 911 is for emergencies ²; (510) 233-1214 is the Richmond Police Department line for matters that are not urgent ¹.

Can I report a crime online in Richmond?

Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Richmond Police Department has an official online reporting page ³.