Basic Police Radio Codes of Russia

In Russia, police communication uses numeric codes and plain language, differing from North America’s Ten-Code system. Here are some basic Russian police radio codes translated into English:

CodeMeaning
Code 1Responding to a call (en route to a location)
Code 2Urgent response (priority, but no lights and sirens)
Code 3Emergency response (with lights and sirens)
Code 4Situation under control (no further assistance needed)
Code 5Stakeout or surveillance
Code 6Request for backup
Code 7Armed suspect
Code 8Bomb threat or suspicious package
Code 9The officer needs assistance (emergency)
Code 10Request for medical assistance
Code 11Traffic stop
Code 12Major accident
Code 20Suspect detained
Code 30Public disturbance
Code 50Crime in progress