In APCO 10-codes, 10-35 refers to "Major crime."
This code is used by law enforcement agencies to indicate that a significant criminal incident has occurred or is in progress. It signals to other units and dispatch that there is a serious situation that may require a higher level of response, potentially involving detectives or specialized units.
For example:
- Officer: "Dispatch, we have a 10-35 at the corner of 7th and Pine, multiple suspects involved."
- Dispatcher: "Copy that. Sending backup and requesting a detective unit for the 10-35."
The use of 10-35 ensures that law enforcement personnel can quickly communicate the severity of an incident and mobilize the necessary resources effectively.