3.200 Code 3 Driving (Excluding Pursuit Driving)

Question 1

What is the overall policy on “Code 3 Driving”?

Answer 1

“Code 3 driving is a police tactic used in responding to an emergency. Good judgement, communication and coordination are important elements of a code 3 response that ensure officers are maximizing safety while minimizing risks.”

Question 2

What are the 4 reasons officers may respond Code 3?

Answer 2

1. Imminent danger to citizens and the officer’s arrival might save lives.
2. Another officer requires assistance to control a volatile situation.
3. Reliable information exists of a felony in progress.
4. Pursuits

Question 3

What 2 things are prohibited while driving Code 3?

Answer 3

1. Typing of messages

2. Use of a cell phone

Question 4

When officers initiate a Code 3 response, who must be notified? Which officers?

Answer 4

Aside from activating the Code 3 button on their MDTs, the primary and secondary officers will advise dispatch via radio they are enroute Code 3.

Question 5

What are the responsibilities of the field supervisor when officers are enroute Code 3?

Answer 5

“Field supervisors will monitor respective radio channels to ensure strict adherence to the policy and will cancel or direct code 3 responses, as warranted.”