Police Jargon
(Be On the Look Out) A broadcast bulletin to alert officers to a person or item that needs to be located.
What is a BOLO
Acknowledgement or "OK".
What is 10-4
I investigate illegal drug crimes
What is the DEA
The person or entity who is being sued or accused of a crime
Who is the Defendant
Freedom of religion, speech, the press, peaceful assembly, and the right to petition the government.
What is the 1st Amendment
An officer's assigned patrol area.
What is a Beat
Busy — stand by unless urgent.
What is 10-6
I investigate federal crimes, including domestic and international terrorism, espionage, cybercrime, white-collar crime, organized crime, and civil rights violations.
What is the FBI
The person or entity who files a complaint or lawsuit against another party.
What is a Plaintiff
Prevents the government from forcing people to house soldiers.
What is the 3rd Amendment
A battering ram used to break down doors during warrants.
What is a Moby or Big Key
Out of service.
What is 10-7
I'm responsible for enforcing federal laws and regulations concerning alcohol, tobacco, firearms, explosives, and arson.
What is the ATF
The public official who presides over the courtroom, decides legal issues, and ensures fairness.
What is a Judge
Protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures, requiring a warrant in most cases.
What is the 4th Amendment
Slang for a police helicopter.
What is a "Ghetto Bird"
When someone ask what's your location
What is your 10-20
Protecting the federal judiciary, apprehending federal fugitives, managing federal prisoner transportation and custody, operating the Witness Security Program, seizing and forfeiting criminal assets, and providing security for senior government officials.
What is the U.S. Marshalls
A sworn, written statement of facts.
What is an Affidavit
Prohibits excessive bail and fines, as well as cruel and unusual punishment.
What is the 8th Amendment
Failing to stop completely at a stop sign.
What is a California stop or Roll
Indicating that the officer's radio transmission is difficult to hear or understand
What is 10-1
I'm responsible for securing U.S. borders, enforcing immigration and customs laws. Counter terrorism and cybersecurity. I was established as a result of the attacks on September 11 (9/11).
What is DHS
A court order to appear in court or to provide documents.
What is a Subpoena
Guarantees the rights of criminal defendants, such as the right to a speedy and public trial, an impartial jury, the right to confront witnesses, and the right to a lawyer.
What is the 6th Amendment