What is the meaning of the code 10-82?

The code 10-82 refers specifically to a situation where police assistance is needed. This code is part of a standardized communication system used among transit personnel to quickly convey urgent situations to law enforcement, ensuring a prompt response when necessary. Utilizing such codes enhances communication efficiency, especially in high-pressure scenarios, allowing transit staff to alert police about incidents that require immediate intervention.

In a transit context, invoking this code signifies that the situation is serious enough to require the expertise or intervention of law enforcement, rather than being manageable by transit staff alone.