What is the police non-emergency number in Spokane?

Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Spokane, Washington, call the Spokane Police Department non-emergency line at (509)-456-2233 (24/7) ¹. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 ².

Who to call in Spokane

What does the Spokane Police Department say?

"Please refer to the information below for tips when calling and how to determine whether to call Crime Check at (509)-456-2233 or 9-1-1." ¹

When should you use the non-emergency line?

The official page lists these examples ¹:

• "To file a report over the phone for a crime that is no longer occurring."
• "If you witnessed a crime that previously occurred."
• "If you have information about a past crime."
• "To add information on a previous crime report."
• "If you are the victim of a crime that is not in progress."
• "To report a crime after the fact which does not require an officer/deputy at the scene."

Who answers the call?

In Spokane, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Spokane Police Department ¹.

Other cities

Non-emergency numbers in Washington: Seattle, Tacoma, Vancouver, Bellevue, Kent, Everett, Spokane Valley, Renton. Outside city limits and on highways: Washington State Patrol (WSP). 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 Spokane?

(509)-456-2233, the Spokane Police Department non-emergency line ¹.

Is (509)-456-2233 the same as 911?

No. 911 is for emergencies ²; (509)-456-2233 is the Spokane Police Department line for matters that are not urgent ¹.

What is the animal control number in Spokane?

509-477-2533: Animal emergencies (SCRAPS, Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service) ³. In an emergency, call 911 ².