Bad Boys Patrol
Field Guide
Quick-reference codes, radio habits, pursuit roles, and patrol terms for keeping comms clean.
Common 10-Codes
10-4
Acknowledged
10-6
Busy
10-7
Out of Service
10-8
In Service
10-9
Repeat Message / Traffic
10-15
Prisoner in Custody
10-20
Location
10-50
Traffic Collision
10-80
Pursuit in Progress
Response Codes
Code 1
Routine Response
Code 2
Rapid Response — No Lights / Siren
Code 3
Emergency Response — Lights & Siren
Code 4
No Further Assistance Needed
Comms
Radio Procedures
Good Radio Traffic
10-38 traffic stop. Eastbound Olympic. Gray Sultan. Occupied one time.
Avoid This
Uh guys, I think I might stop this car. He’s kinda speeding. Hold on...
Keep It Short
Use clear callouts and avoid long stories over active comms.
Don’t Talk Over Pursuits
Primary and secondary should have priority during active pursuits.
Use Location Calls
Use 10-20 or direct street names when calling your position.
Pursuit Roles
Pursuit Procedures
Primary Unit
- Vehicle description
- Location
- Direction of travel
- Major pursuit updates
Secondary Unit
- Backs up primary
- Takes over if needed
- Assists with updates
- Calls major changes
Additional Units
- Keep radio clear
- Assist when requested
- Avoid crowding the pursuit
- Set up support if needed
Procedure
Traffic Stop Basics
01
Call stop location
02
Call vehicle description
03
Call occupants
04
Conduct stop
05
Advise if assistance is needed
Common Patrol Terms
Primary
Lead unit on a stop or pursuit.
Secondary
Backup unit assisting primary.
TC
Traffic collision.
PIT
Pursuit intervention technique.
BOLO
Be on the lookout.
Foot Bail
Suspect flees on foot.
Occupied One Time
One person inside the vehicle.
Occupied Two Times
Two people inside the vehicle.