Basic Police Radio Codes Archives - US Police Codes

Basic Police Radio Codes

The following codes may be used by law enforcement officers to communicate effectively over voice radio systems.

Code Red

VARDA alarm activated

Code Purple

Gang activity

Code Blue

Bus/Cab in trouble

Code 666

Country-wide emergency

Code 100

In position to intercept suspect

Code 43

TAC forces committed

Code 37

Subject/Property wanted

Code 33

Clear radio channel - emergency traffic only

Code 30

Officer needs emergency assistance

Code 22

Restricted radio traffic