[asterisk-users] Testing 911?

[voiplist]

It seems that 911 is important enough that when setting up an Asterisk
box, it should be tested.

How do you go about testing 911 dialing without getting fined for
calling for a non-emergency reason?

Is there some circumstances where you can ask permission from the city
ahead of time?

I realize this may be a real stupid question but I have not seen this
discussed and I am curious.