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Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example in Action
11-6	Illegal discharge of firearms	Report or respond to unauthorized gunfire	“Dispatch, we have a 11-6 near 5th and Main.”
11-7	Prowler	Suspicious person lurking near property	“Possible 11-7 reported behind the gas station.”
11-8	Person down	When someone is found collapsed	“Requesting EMS for a 11-8 on 3rd Street.”
11-10	Take a report	Officer needs to document an incident	“Proceed to 9th Ave to 11-10 for burglary.”
11-12	Dead animal	Report animal carcass on public roads	“Animal control notified for 11-12 on Route 7.”
11-13	Injured animal	When injured animal is found	“Report of 11-13, dog limping on Oak Blvd.”
11-14	Animal bite	Bite incident involving animals	“Victim claims 11-14 at city park.”
11-15	Ball game in street	Children or people playing on roadway	“Residents report a 11-15 on 12th Street.”
11-17	Wires down	Downed power or phone lines	“PG&E notified of 11-17 near Maple and Hill.”
11-24	Abandoned vehicle	Vehicle left unattended long-term	“11-24 reported near train tracks.”
11-25	Road/traffic hazard	Obstruction or danger on road	“11-25 debris on freeway exit ramp.”
11-25x	Female motorist needs assistance	Used when a female driver is stranded	“11-25x by grocery store—unit responding.”
11-26	Inoperable vehicle	Disabled vehicle blocking road	“11-26 in middle lane on I-80.”
11-27	Subject has felony record but is not wanted	Background check reveals past felonies	“11-27 match on ID, proceed with caution.”
11-28	Check vehicle registration information	Used during traffic stops	“Running 11-28 on blue SUV.”
11-29	Subject has no record	Background check comes back clean	“All clear, 11-29 on subject.”
11-30	Incomplete telephone call	Dropped or partial emergency call	“Check on 11-30 from 911 hang-up.”
11-31	Person calling for help	When an emergency call is received from a distressed individual	“Officer: 11-31 reported—caller needs assistance.”
11-40	Advise station if ambulance is needed	When an incident may require immediate ambulance intervention	“Unit 4: 11-40 at Oak Street; advise station on ambulance need.”
11-41	Request ambulance	When a casualty or serious injury is reported	“Dispatch, 11-41—requesting ambulance at Pine Ave.”
11-42	Ambulance not required	When injury is minor and ambulance support is unnecessary	“Officer: 11-42 confirmed; no ambulance required at site.”
11-43	Doctor required	When medical attention beyond paramedics is needed	“Unit 7: 11-43—requesting doctor at the incident.”
11-44	Possible fatality / coroner required	When an incident potentially results in a fatality	“Dispatch: 11-44 on scene—prepare for coroner arrival.”
11-45	Attempted suicide	When a person is reported to have attempted suicide	“Unit 2: 11-45, suspected attempted suicide in progress.”
11-46	Death report	When a death is reported and must be documented	“Officer: 11-46—death report filed at Elm Street.”
11-47	Injured Person	When someone is injured and requires medical attention	“Unit 3: 11-47—injured person found at the park.”
11-48	Provide transportation	When safe transport for a person or evidence is needed	“Officer: 11-48, request transport for detainee.”
11-51	Escort	When a subject requires an escort for protection or transport	“Dispatch, 11-51—escort requested at the courthouse.”
11-52	Funeral detail	When a police detail is needed for a funeral procession	“Unit 8: 11-52 assigned to funeral detail on Main.”
11-54	Suspicious vehicle	When an unidentified or suspicious vehicle is noticed	“Officer: 11-54—suspicious vehicle spotted at the mall.”
11-55	Officer being followed by auto	When an officer is observed being tailed by a vehicle	“Unit 6: 11-55—being followed by an auto near the station.”
11-56	Officer being followed by auto with dangerous persons	When an officer is tailed by a vehicle carrying dangerous individuals	“Dispatch, 11-56 detected—dangerous persons in pursuit.”
11-57	Unidentified auto at assignments	When an unrecognized vehicle is observed at a designated area	“Officer: 11-57—unidentified auto at assignment zone.”
11-58	Radio monitored, use phone	When radio communications are compromised, switch to phone	“Unit 9: 11-58—switching to phone communication.”
11-59	High hazard area, use special attention	When entering a high-risk or volatile area	“Dispatch: 11-59—exercise extreme caution in hazardous zone.”
11-60	Attack in high hazard area	When an assault occurs in a dangerous or volatile area	“Officer: 11-60—attack reported in high hazard area.”
11-65	Traffic Signal light out	When a traffic light is malfunctioning or off	“Unit 3: 11-65—traffic signal light is out at Central.”
11-66	Traffic signal out-of-order	When a traffic signal is not functioning correctly	“Officer: 11-66—traffic signal malfunction at Maple Ave.”
11-70	Fire alarm	When a fire alarm situation is reported	“Dispatch, 11-70—fire alarm activated at North Block.”
11-71	Fire report	When a fire incident is reported	“Unit 7: 11-71—fire report from the warehouse district.”
11-78	Aircraft accident	When an aircraft incident or crash is reported	“Officer: 11-78—aircraft accident reported near the airport.”
11-79	Traffic accident – ambulance dispatched	When a traffic accident occurs requiring ambulance support	“Dispatch: 11-79—traffic accident, ambulance en route.”
11-80	Traffic accident – serious injury	When a severe traffic accident with serious injuries is reported	“Unit 2: 11-80—serious traffic accident with major injuries.”
11-81	Traffic accident – minor injury	When a traffic accident causes only minor injuries	“Officer: 11-81—minor injuries in traffic accident reported.”
11-82	Traffic accident – no injury	When a traffic accident occurs without reported injuries	“Dispatch: 11-82—traffic accident, no injuries confirmed.”
11-83	Traffic accident – no details	When a traffic accident is reported with limited information	“Unit 5: 11-83—traffic accident with no additional details.”
11-84	Manual traffic control needed	When on-site traffic control is required due to signal failure or disruption	“Officer: 11-84—manual traffic control required at Broad Street.”
11-85	Tow truck needed	When a vehicle is disabled or obstructing traffic	“Dispatch: 11-85—tow truck requested at Riverside.”
11-86	Bomb threat	When a threat involving a bomb is reported	“Unit 1: 11-86—bomb threat detected, proceed with caution.”
11-87	Bomb found / Assist Other Unit	When a bomb is located and additional support is required	“Dispatch: 11-87—bomb found, assist other unit immediately.”
11-94	Pedestrian stop	When stopping a pedestrian for investigation or questioning	“Officer: 11-94—pedestrian stop initiated on Cedar Lane.”
11-95	Out of vehicle, routine traffic stop	When an officer conducts a standard out-of-vehicle traffic stop	“Unit 3: 11-95—routine traffic stop, subject out of vehicle.”
11-96	Out of vehicle, traffic stop, send backup	When additional support is needed during a traffic stop	“Dispatch: 11-96—backup requested for out-of-vehicle traffic stop.”
11-97	Time/security check on patrol	When a routine security or time check is performed on patrol	“Officer: 11-97—time/security check completed on patrol.”
11-98	Meet officer	When two officers need to rendezvous at a location	“Unit 5: 11-98—arranging to meet officer at the station.”
11-99	Officer needs help immediately	When an officer is in danger and requires urgent backup	“Dispatch: 11-99—immediate assistance required at Liberty Square.”

Let’s see what 11 99 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-99	Officer Needs Help Immediately	For life-threatening situations requiring urgent backup	“Dispatch: 11-99 at Jefferson & 12th!”

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What Does Police Code 11-99 Mean?

Police Code 11-99 means: Officer Needs Help Immediately

It is used when an officer is in a life-threatening situation and requires immediate backup from any nearby units. Time is critical when this code is used.

When Is 11 99 Police Code Used?

Cop Code 11-99 is used in the following urgent situations:

• An officer is being physically attacked or ambushed.
• Shots are fired at or near an officer.
• The officer is surrounded or outnumbered.
• The officer cannot safely respond or control the situation alone.
• A high-risk arrest or takedown goes wrong and immediate help is needed.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-99

Officer 2: “Dispatch, this is Unit 9—11-99! Suspect armed, officer down! Need backup at Jefferson and 12th!”

Dispatch: “All units, respond Code 3 to Jefferson and 12th. Officer needs help immediately. 11-99 in progress.”

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Let’s see what 11 98 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-98	Meet Officer	Used when one officer needs to meet another for information exchange.	“Dispatch: 11-98 at City Hall Parking Lot.”

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What Does Police Code 11-98 Mean?

Police Code 11-98 means: Meet Officer

It’s used when one officer wants to meet another in person. This could be for a variety of operational reasons but usually does not indicate a dangerous or urgent situation.

When Is Police Code 11-98 Used?

Cop Code 11-98 is typically used in situations such as:

• An officer needs to brief another officer face-to-face.
• Coordinating a joint patrol or investigation.
• Exchanging evidence, reports, or important documents.
• Assisting with paperwork or a field interview.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-98

Officer 1: “Dispatch, 11-98 with Unit 12 at the parking lot behind City Hall.”
Dispatch: “10-4, Unit 1. Noted.”

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Let’s see what 11 97 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-97	Time/Security Check on Patrol	Used to confirm officer status during patrol	“Dispatch, Unit 6. All clear on 11-97.”

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What Does Police Code 11-97 Mean?

Police Code 11-97 means: Time/Security Check on Patrol

When Is Police Code 11-97 Used?

Cop Code 11-97 is typically used in the following situations:

• Officers are patrolling an isolated or high-crime area.
• A specific time interval has passed, and a check-in is required.
• Dispatch initiates a routine safety check for officers on shift.
• There is no recent contact or response from an officer in the field.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-97

Dispatch: “Unit 6, 11-97. Time check.”

Officer: “Dispatch, Unit 6. All clear on 11-97.”

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Let’s see what 11 96 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-96	Out of Vehicle, Traffic Stop, Send Backup	When the officer is out of the vehicle during a traffic stop and requires backup.	“Dispatch, 11-96 on Highway 80, send backup.”

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What Does Police Code 11-96 Mean?

Police Code 11-96 means: Out of Vehicle, Traffic Stop, Send Backup

It’s used when an officer has exited their unit during a traffic stop and is requesting backup for safety reasons. This could be due to suspicious behavior, refusal to comply, or potential danger.

When Is Police Code 11-96 Used?

Cop Code 11-96 is commonly used in situations like:

• An officer feels unsafe during a traffic stop.
• The driver or occupants appear aggressive or uncooperative.
• There are multiple people in the stopped vehicle.
• A weapon or other threat is suspected.
• The officer is in a high-risk area or alone on the scene.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-96

Officer 1: “Dispatch, this is Unit 12. I’m 11-96 on Highway 80. Out of vehicle—send backup.”

Dispatch: “Copy that, Unit 12. Backup on the way. Hold position.”

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Let’s see what 11 95 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-95	Out of Vehicle, Routine Traffic Stop	Officer steps out during a routine traffic stop	“Dispatch, Unit 2, 11-95 at Oak St.”

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What Does Police Code 11-95 Mean?

Police Code 11-95 means: Out of Vehicle, Routine Traffic Stop

It is used when an officer steps out of the vehicle during a normal traffic stop — for example, to check a driver’s license or issue a warning. This lets dispatch and other units know the officer is engaged with a motorist and may require backup if the situation escalates.

When Is 11 95 Police Code Used?

Cop Code 11-95 is typically used in the following situations:

• An officer pulls over a vehicle for speeding or a traffic violation.
• The officer steps out to speak directly with the driver.
• The officer is writing a citation or checking registration details.
• Dispatch needs to log that the officer is engaged in a stop and out of their vehicle.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-95

Officer 1: “Dispatch, Unit 2, 11-95 at Oak Street and 3rd. Out on routine stop.”

Dispatch: “Copy that, Unit 2. Logging 11-95.”

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Let’s see what 11 94 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-94	Pedestrian Stop	Stop a pedestrian for questioning	“Dispatch, Unit 12 making an 11-94 near 8th and Jefferson.”

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What Does Police Code 11-94 Mean?

Police Code 11-94 means: Pedestrian Stop

This code is used when officers stop and engage with someone who is on foot. It typically involves brief questioning, identity verification, or further investigation based on reasonable suspicion.

When Is Police Code 11-94 Used?

Cop Code 11-94 is commonly used in situations such as:

• A person walking matches the description of a suspect.
• An individual is seen in a restricted or high-risk area.
• A pedestrian is acting in a suspicious or evasive manner.
• Officers need to perform a safety check or gather information.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-94

Officer 1: “Dispatch, Unit 12 making an 11-94 on a male subject near 8th and Jefferson.”

Dispatch: “Unit 12, 11-94 confirmed. Proceed with caution and advise if backup is needed.”

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Let’s see what 11 87 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-87	Bomb Found / Assist Other Unit	For bomb threats or urgent backup	Officer: “11-87 at scene; need assistance!”

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What Does Police Code 11-87 Mean?

Police Code 11-87 means: Bomb Found / Assist Other Unit.

It is issued when there is a confirmed or suspected explosive device, or when one police unit requires immediate backup or assistance, often during dangerous or critical operations.

When Is 11 87 Police Code Used?

Cop Code 11-87 is typically used in the following situations:

• A suspicious package or object is reported and may be an explosive device.
• A bomb has been located and needs immediate containment.
• An active scene involves threats requiring additional units, such as a standoff or evacuation.
• An officer or unit calls for backup during a potential bomb threat or related emergency.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-87

Officer 1: “Dispatch, this is Unit 6. We’ve got a 11-87 at the subway entrance. Possible device located.”

Dispatch: “Copy that, Unit 6. Bomb squad and support units en route.”

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Let’s see what 11 86 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-86	Bomb Threat	When a bomb threat or suspicious package is reported.	Officer: “Dispatch, we have a 11-86 at the City Mall.”

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What Does Police Code 11-86 Mean?

Police Code 11-86 means: Bomb Threat

This code is used when there is a report of a bomb threat, suspicious package, or any situation suggesting the presence of an explosive device.

When Is 11 86 Police Code Used?

Cop Code 11-86 is typically used in situations such as:

• A threatening call or message indicating an explosive device.
• A suspicious package found in a public or high-risk area.
• A credible bomb threat requiring evacuation and investigation.
• Authorities conducting a bomb search or controlled detonation.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-86

Officer 1: “Dispatch, we have a 11-86 at the City Mall. Suspicious package reported.”

Dispatch: “Copy that, Unit 5. Bomb squad and emergency units en route.”

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Let’s see what 11 85 police code means:

Police Code	Meaning	When to Use	Example
11-85	Tow Truck Needed	When a disabled, abandoned, or illegally parked vehicle blocks traffic.	Officer: “Dispatch, 11-85 at Highway 12, disabled vehicle in lane.”

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What Does Police Code 11-85 Mean?

Police Code 11-85 means: Tow Truck Needed

This code is used when law enforcement needs a tow truck to remove a vehicle that is broken down, involved in an accident, or obstructing traffic.

When Is 11 85 Police Code Used?

Cop Code 11-85 is typically used in situations such as:

• A vehicle is stalled on a busy roadway, causing a traffic hazard.
• A car has been abandoned for an extended period and needs removal.
• A collision has occurred, and one or more vehicles require towing.
• A law enforcement impound is necessary for an illegally parked or seized vehicle.

Example in Action of Police Code 11-85

Officer 1: “Dispatch, we have a disabled vehicle blocking the right lane on Highway 12. Requesting a 11-85.”

Dispatch: “Copy that, Unit 5. Tow truck en route.”

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