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It's not easier or more efficient (it's actually more error prone, since there's less context). The systems also tend to be very regional (a "10-50" can be very
by JshWright 7y ago
It's not easier or more efficient (it's actually more error prone, since there's less context). The systems also tend to be very regional (a "10-50" can be very different things depending on where you are). Generally the reason its used is "that's how we've always done it". The other reason is that it sounds cooler...
(I work in a system that has (mostly) phased out codes in favor of plain words)
- johnohara 7y agoI've heard officers shroud context using codes. "Put me on it, I've dealt with him before. He's a known 800 (mentally ill person)." Or "show me 97 (on scene), subject appears extremely 811 (intoxicated). I'll advise." 99% plain language yet subtly informative.
- JshWright 7y agoGenerally we use meaningful acronyms in those cases. Still a code, but one that is a lot less arbitrary. e.g. EDP="Emotionally disturbed person", or EtOH=Ethanol