Whether you’re registering a new alarm system or appealing a false alarm fine, this section outlines Spokane’s alarm ordinance, registration process, and how to reduce unnecessary dispatches.
Spokane Municipal Code 10.48.050 requires that all alarm systems within city limits be registered.
Annual Registration Fees:
Questions?
Call: 509.625.3501
Email: spokane@alarm-billing.com
False alarms make up over 99% of SPD alarm responses. To reduce unnecessary dispatches, the City of Spokane issues fines for false alarms.
False Alarm Fines:
Appealing a Fine:
Appeal instructions are included with your invoice.
Emergency Services
Situations requiring IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE from Police, Fire or ambulance: call 911
Mental Health Crisis
Situations requiring IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE by phone from trained mental health counselors: call 988
Crime Check
Non-emergency police services: call 509.456.2233 to report crimes no longer in process or submit crime tips.
Crime Check Online Reporting also available.
City Services
Non-emergency reporting of potholes, graffiti, or unlawful camping, utility billing, and general information on city services: call 311 or report online
Social Services
Social services and community resources like housing, food, and employment help: call 211
For general police email contact:
SPDWebMail@spokanepolice.org
Crime Check: 509.456.2233
My Spokane: 311, or for outside city limits, 509.755.CITY (2489)
spdwebmail@spokanepolice.org
