Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Stockton, California, call the Stockton Police Department non-emergency line at (209) 937-8377 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Stockton
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Stockton Police Department) | (209) 937-8377 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Stockton Police Department say?
"Stockton Police Department Non-Emergency (209) 937-8377" 1
Who answers the call?
In Stockton, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Stockton Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in California: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento, Long Beach, Oakland. 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 Stockton?
(209) 937-8377, the Stockton Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (209) 937-8377 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (209) 937-8377 is the Stockton Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Stockton?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Stockton Police Department has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 5
- City of Stockton · Contact Us checked 2026-11-05
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Stockton · Stockton, CA checked 2026-11-05
- 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