Who answers 911 calls?
Professionally trained dispatchers from Hamilton County answer all 911 calls whether it is a wired or cellular telephone. Should the call require contact with another agency, we will transfer your call to the proper agency. If you are on or near the border with another county there is a chance your call will be answered by another agency. Please explain your location and you will be transferred to us.

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1. Who answers 911 calls?
2. What should I do if I accidentally call 911?
3. When should I call 911?
4. What type of information should I give to 911?
5. If I call 911 on a cellular telephone, will I be found?
6. If it is not an emergency, should I call 911?
7. Can I talk to the Police Chief or Sheriff if I call 911?
8. If someone is knocking on my door asking to call the police, must I let them in?
9. Is it true that I can call 911 from any disconnected wireless telephone?
10. I have called. Where is the officer?
11. Will the dispatcher help in medical situations?
12. I am not happy with the service I received on the phone, what can I do?
13. Can I call 911 if I'm hearing impaired?
14. Can someone call 911 who does not speak English?