What Does 999 Mean in Code

10-106 = Secure. 10-200 = Alarm. 10-999 = Officer down / officer needs help immediately. This is an SOS alert that requires immediate attention. In a situation where an officer is down, all available units will respond.

What are the 10 cop codes?

CodeGeneral PurposeAPCO (Association of Police Communications Officers)10-1Unable Copy – Change LocationSignal Weak10-2Signal GoodSignal Good10-3Stop TransmittingStop Transmitting10-4Acknowledgment (OK)Affirmative (OK)

What does code 1 mean in police?

Code 1: A time critical event with response requiring lights and siren. This usually is a known and going fire or a rescue incident.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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