Police Codes
Basic 10-Codes
10-1: Unable to copy, change location
10-2: Signal good / Receiving well
10-3: Stop transmitting
10-4: Acknowledgment / Affirmative (OK)
10-5: Relay message
10-6: Busy, standby unless urgent
10-7: Out of service
10-8: In service / Available for calls
10-9: Repeat last transmission
10-10: Available but off-duty
Urgent Situations
10-11: Traffic stop (Give location and vehicle details)
10-12: Standby for visitor or backup
10-13: Officer down / Emergency help needed
10-14: Requesting an escort
10-15: Suspect in custody
10-16: Transporting suspect
10-20: What is your location? / Location update
10-22: Disregard last transmission
Traffic and Vehicle Codes
10-23: Arrived on scene
10-24: Assignment complete
10-25: Contact made with suspect/civilian
10-26: License/ID check
10-28: Vehicle registration check
10-29: Wants/warrants check on a person or vehicle
Status Updates
10-30: Against regulations / Improper use of radio
10-31: Crime in progress
10-32: Gun-related situation (e.g., armed suspect)
10-33: Emergency traffic only / Emergency situation
10-35: Major crime alert
10-36: Correct time / Time check
10-41: Beginning tour of duty (start shift)
10-42: Ending tour of duty (end shift)
Backup and Assistance
10-50: Vehicle accident (specify major or minor)
10-51: Tow truck needed
10-52: Ambulance needed / Medical assistance
10-53: Roadway blocked
10-55: Intoxicated driver
10-60: Need additional units
10-61: Officer needs backup (non-emergency)
10-62: Officer needs immediate backup (emergency)
Miscellaneous
10-70: Fire or arson situation
10-71: Shots fired
10-72: Active shooter
10-80: Vehicle pursuit
10-81: DUI checkpoint
10-87: Request for K9 unit
10-90: Bank or store robbery in progress
10-99: Officer in distress / Emergency code
Server Exclusive
10-100: Convoy under attack
10-200: Riot or major disturbance
10-300: Protect VIP
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