Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) RADIO Practice Exam

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In the context of police codes, what does 916A mean?

  1. Officer holding misdemeanor suspect

  2. Citizen holding felony suspect

  3. Insane person

  4. Violently insane person

The correct answer is: Officer holding misdemeanor suspect

The code 916A specifically refers to a situation where a citizen is holding a felony suspect. This code is distinguishing between the actions of citizens and law enforcement officers in an emergency context. In this instance, it indicates that a private individual has intervened and is detaining a person believed to have committed a felony until law enforcement can arrive. This is significant in understanding how citizens can engage during a crisis and the implications for responding officers regarding the safety and legality of the situation. The other interpretations of the code are not accurate in this context, as each would refer to different circumstances involving mental health or the nature of the suspect’s alleged crime. The code addresses the involvement of a citizen, emphasizing the active role a bystander can play in supporting law enforcement.

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