The Netherlands mainly uses plain language for police radio, but they have basic codes for common incidents. Here are a few:
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 100 | Officer in distress (urgent assistance needed) |
| 101 | Armed robbery in progress |
| 102 | Stabbing incident |
| 103 | Shooting incident |
| 130 | Hostage situation |
| 150 | Bomb threat |
| 200 | Vehicle chase in progress |
| 400 | Traffic accident |
| 500 | Crime scene investigation |
| 800 | Routine patrol |
| 808 | Emergency vehicle needed |
| 112 | General emergency number (similar to 911 in other countries) |