Acronyms
Quick reference list of acronyms for Patrol Guide Section 211. Keep this page handy while reading and doing practice questions.
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Acronyms & Definitions
Definitions shown as used in Patrol Guide Section 211.
A RAT
PG 211-01
A UMOS will inform the Appearance Control Unit Supervisor/Designee when at court to see A RAT.
A – Alert, for another case/court
R – RDO, appearing on off-duty time
A – Another agency, notified to appear
T – Two (2) or more court parts, appearing in
OSCAR
PG 211-01
If assigned to uniform, a UMOS must go to court in uniform unless their name is OSCAR.
O – Off Duty
S – Sick Report
C – CO authorizes civilian clothes
A – Arraignment of a deferred/holdover prisoner
R – Restricted Duty
VAC Day MESS
PG 211-10
Roll Call Personnel will make immediate notification to the TVB office concerned if a member is unable to appear due to a VAC Day MESS.
V – Vacation selection
A – Arrest by member (D/O or counterpart must notify TVB with arrest number)
C – Conflicting court appearances
D – Death in the family
M – Military leave
E – Emergency in Department (mobilization, disorder, etc.)
S – Sick
S – Separation from the Department (resignation, retirement, etc.)
Roll Call Personnel will ensure a request for rescheduling is made at least 10 calendar days before the original hearing date.
Tip: Use this page while studying Patrol Guide Section 211. These acronyms show up often in questions and scenario-based prompts.