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To fill out this file, start by reading through the list of terms and their definitions. Make sure you understand each term's usage in the context of police work. Follow any additional directions provided in the detailed instructions later on the webpage.
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Understand each term's context in police work.
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Follow any additional directions provided.
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Double-check your understanding of each term.
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Use the terms accurately in your dispatching work.
Who needs the Police Terminology and Dispatching Guidelines?
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Police dispatchers need this file to accurately interpret calls for service.
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New police officers need this guide for understanding common terminology.
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Criminal justice students require this reference for their studies.
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Emergency service operators benefit from knowing these terms.
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Police training instructors use this guide to educate recruits.
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What are the instructions for submitting this form?
Submit this form by emailing it to the provided departmental email address or by faxing it to the department's fax number. You can also submit it online through the department's official submission form. For physical submission, mail it to the department's address. Ensure all fields are filled out accurately and review the terms comprehensively. For any queries, contact the support team via the provided contact details.
What is the purpose of this form?
The purpose of this file is to equip individuals with the knowledge of police terminology for effective communication in service dispatching. This guide serves as a critical resource for new officers and dispatchers. Understanding these terms ensures accurate information exchange and efficient police operations.
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- 1. 3511: A vehicle that has been impounded for a mandatory 30 days
- 2. A.P.S.: Arizona Public Service
- 3. A.S.A.P.: As soon as possible
- 4. A.T.F.: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms
- 5. BAILED OUT: Subject jumped out of car and ran
- 6. BYFRND: Boyfriend
- 7. BEER RUN: Shoplifting beer
- 8. BONDOUT: Prisoner who is going to post bail and be released
- 9. BEEN MADE/BURNED: Undercover officer's ID is known
- 10. BHND: Behind
- 11. BIKE: Motorcycle
- 12. BIKERS: Motorcycle riders
- 13. BOOKING: Booking prisoner into jail
- 14. BREAKING UP, BUSTED: Arrested
- 15. C.C.W.: Carrying concealed weapon
- 16. C.O.: Civilian observer
- 17. COMP: Complainant
- 18. C.L.D.: Citation in lieu of detention
- 19. CRACK: Smokeable form of cocaine
- 20. ROCK: Smokeable form of cocaine
- 21. D.E.B.: Drug Enforcement Bureau
- 22. DIX: Detectives
- 23. D.O.A.: Dead on arrival
- 24. D.O.B.: Date of birth
- 25. D.O.C.: Department of Corrections
- 26. D.P.S.: Department of Public Safety
- 27. DRIVE BY: Shots fired from a moving vehicle
- 28. E.O.C.: Emergency Operations Center
- 29. EQUIPMENT: Police vehicle
- 30. E.R.: Emergency Room
- 31. E.T.A.: Estimated time of arrival
- 32. F.A.A.: Federal Aviation Administration
- 33. F.B.I.: Federal Bureau of Investigation
- 34. F.I.: Field Interrogation (Form 36 card)
- 35. FILE STOP: Notation put in police record; File Stops are confirmed by R&I Bureau
- 36. FLIR: Device used by aircraft to check for heat sources
- 37. F.O.J.: From other jurisdiction
- 38. FRONT DESK: Information Desk at main station
- 39. FUGITIVE: A wanted person
- 40. GAS WASH/WASHDOWN: Fire Department needed to wash gas down
- 41. G.C.I. /B.A.: Test used to determine blood alcohol content
- 42. G.I.B.: General Investigations Bureau
What happens if I fail to submit this form?
Failing to submit this form may result in miscommunication and ineffective police operations. It's crucial to understand and use the terminology accurately.
- Miscommunication: Leads to errors in call assessment and dispatching.
- Ineffective Police Operations: Hampers coordination and response times.
- Training Gaps: New officers may struggle without knowledge of terms.
How do I know when to use this form?
- 1. Call Assessment: Ensure terms are used correctly in evaluating calls.
- 2. Dispatching: Accurately convey information during dispatch.
- 3. Training: Educate new officers on common terminology.
- 4. Documentation: Use terms correctly in police reports and records.
- 5. Communication: Facilitate clear communication among officers and operators.
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