![]() My partner told me your license plate over his walkie-talkie.Ī man from your hotel is wanted for his involvement in a murder. We have found the thief who stole your car. To take something that does not belong to youĭon't give the beggars any money. Your license shows a clean driving record except for one speeding ticket from five years ago. We have twenty officers investigating the bank robbery.Ī fine given to a driver who gets caught driving beyond the speed limit Theft taking something that does not belong to you, often with force Radio wave transmission that helps police track cars and map crime scenesĪccording to our radar you were driving well above the speed limit. We are in pursuit of a man in a green jacket and orange pants. Our local cops carry pistols but rarely use them. We always patrol the downtown core on the weekends.Ī thief who steals from people's pockets in transit or in crowds I'm going to get you to tell your story to my partner. Two of your neighbours have made a noise complaint tonight.Īnother officer that a policeman drives and works with Stealing a road sign is considered a misdemeanor,but is punishable by a large fine.Ī call to the police to complain of disturbing noise (usually music or a party) The guards will be patrolling the prison all day long.Ī minor crime (punishment is usually a fine or less than one year in jail) Someone called to report an intruder on the third floor. We'll believe you are innocent when you show us your receipt for the items in the bag.Ī person who enters a home or business illegally We put your boyfriend in handcuffs, because we saw him climbing through your window and thought he was an intruder. Metal rings that attach to wrists to keep criminals (or the accused) from escaping You will be considered innocent until you are proven guilty. Responsible for a crime, deserving of punishment Stay away from this area at night as there is a lot of gang activity. ![]() It is illegal to carry unregistered firearms such as rifles and pistols.Ī group of people often associated with crime and drugs We're going to have to check your personal belongings for fingerprints. Marks left by fingers that identify a person You can get charged a large fine for speeding in a school zone. Money that a person pays for breaking a law Murder is considered a felony and is punishable by life in prison. If you try to escape we will have to restrain you with handcuffs. We've had a number of calls reporting a domestic dispute in your hotel room. You won't be required to do any time but you will have to pay a fine.Īrgument/trouble in the home(often leads to violence) Receive punishment for a crime by spending time in jail The detective is going to ask you a few questions about the man's appearance. Police officer responsible for solving crime Your record says that you have two previous DUIs. (Driving Under the Influence, Driving While Intoxicated) You will be happy to know that we have taken the kidnapper into custody. Please step out of your vehicle and get into the police cruiser. We don't allow anyone with a criminal record into our country. ![]() Please be aware that there is a convict on the loose.Ī file that lists all of the crimes a person has committed We'll have to keep you in a cell until someone comes to pay your bail.Ī person who is doing (or supposed to be doing) jailtime We think the burglar got in through your chimney. We're taking your brother down to the station to book him.Įnter a residence, car, or business illegallyĭo you have any idea who would have broken into your car?Ī person who breaks into a home or business and steals items Heavy stick that police use for controlling crowds or defending themselves Your husband's bail is posted at $20,000. Large amount of money that someone pays as a promise to appear in cour We're calling for back-up now that we know she has a gun. Police that are called in to support or help Is carrying a weapon and has a violent backgroundĭo not approach the thief if you see him. I'm afraid that the man who robbed the bank is still at large. My partner arrested the man who set fire to the building. Each word is shown with its contextual meaning and an example sentence.Īfter reviewing this vocabulary, you may like to try our police vocabulary quiz. This page from our English for Police section lists language that police need in an English-speaking context.
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