Dispatch Abbreviations and Codes: Complete List

Dispatch abbreviations save time in radio communication and CAD data entry. Using standardized abbreviations ensures everyone understands the message quickly and accurately. This reference covers the most commonly used abbreviations in FiveM RP dispatch operations.

Person Description Abbreviations

M/F - Male/Female

Gender of the subject. Used in all person descriptions and dispatch broadcasts.

W/B/H/A - White/Black/Hispanic/Asian

Race or ethnicity descriptors used in suspect descriptions for identification purposes.

BLK/BRN/BLN/RED/GRY - Hair Color

Standard abbreviations for hair color: Black, Brown, Blonde, Red, Grey. Used in physical descriptions.

BLU/BRN/GRN/HAZ - Eye Color

Standard abbreviations for eye color: Blue, Brown, Green, Hazel. Included in detailed person descriptions.

GOA - Gone On Arrival

Subject or situation is no longer present when officers arrive at the scene. Common in delayed response calls.

UTL - Unable to Locate

Officers were unable to find the subject, vehicle, or address described in the dispatch call.

Location and Direction Abbreviations

NB/SB/EB/WB - Directional

Northbound, Southbound, Eastbound, Westbound. Used for vehicle direction of travel and street orientations.

IFO - In Front Of

Subject or vehicle is positioned in front of a specific location or building.

N/S/E/W OF - Cardinal Direction

North of, South of, East of, West of. Used to describe relative positions to landmarks or intersections.

APT - Apartment

Abbreviation for apartment number in address descriptions.

X / AT - Intersection

Indicates a cross street or intersection. Example: Main St X 5th Ave or Main St AT 5th Ave.

LOC - Location

General abbreviation for location. Used when requesting or providing position information.

Action and Status Abbreviations

ATL - Attempt to Locate

Instruction for officers to search for a specific person, vehicle, or address.

CFS - Call for Service

Any dispatch assignment generated from a 911 call or officer request.

DUI - Driving Under the Influence

Suspect is operating a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

FTA - Failure to Appear

Subject failed to appear in court as required. May result in a bench warrant.

OIS - Officer Involved Shooting

An incident where an officer discharged their firearm. Triggers mandatory investigation and notification protocols.

RO - Registered Owner

The person listed as the registered owner of a vehicle in DMV records.

RP - Reporting Party

The person who called 911 or reported the incident to police.

TC - Traffic Collision

A vehicle accident. May be specified as TC-I (with injuries) or TC-PDO (property damage only).

Vehicle and Equipment Abbreviations

LP/TAG - License Plate

Abbreviation for license plate number. Used in vehicle descriptions and lookups.

VIN - Vehicle Identification Number

The unique 17-character identifier assigned to every motor vehicle.

DOT - Direction of Travel

The direction a vehicle or suspect was last seen traveling.

BLK/WHT/RED/BLU/GRN/SLV - Vehicle Color

Standard color abbreviations for vehicle descriptions in dispatch broadcasts and reports.

2D/4D - Door Count

Two-door or four-door vehicle. Basic vehicle body style description.

SUV/SDN/TRK/VAN/MC - Vehicle Type

Standard abbreviations for vehicle body types: SUV, Sedan, Truck, Van, Motorcycle.

Report and Administrative Abbreviations

CAD - Computer Aided Dispatch

The central dispatch and records management system.

MDT - Mobile Data Terminal

The in-vehicle or in-game computer interface used by officers.

BOLO - Be On the Lookout

An alert broadcast to all officers about a wanted person, vehicle, or suspicious activity.

ETA - Estimated Time of Arrival

The expected time an officer or unit will arrive at a location.

SOP - Standard Operating Procedure

Department-specific written policies and procedures that govern officer conduct and operations.

EOW - End of Watch

The end of an officer shift or tour of duty. Also used in memorial context for fallen officers.