What does HIT indicate in law enforcement procedures?

What does HIT indicate in law enforcement procedures?

• A. HIT = subject is wanted. Have dispatch confirm when AWAY from subject if possible
• B. Check for right person
• C. ID what warrant is for
• D. Extradition from original agency?

Answer: (A)

A HIT means the subject is wanted. When you run a check and you get a HIT, you’re being flagged that there’s an active want or warrant on that person. Because of that, the priority is to have dispatch verify the exact nature of the want and details of the warrant, and to handle the situation with caution—ideally confirming away from the subject if possible to avoid tipping off or provoking a potentially dangerous encounter. This flag guides you to use appropriate backup, proper authorization, and precise identification before taking contact.

A HIT means the subject is wanted. When you run a check and you get a HIT, you’re being flagged that there’s an active want or warrant on that person. Because of that, the priority is to have dispatch verify the exact nature of the want and details of the warrant, and to handle the situation with caution—ideally confirming away from the subject if possible to avoid tipping off or provoking a potentially dangerous encounter. This flag guides you to use appropriate backup, proper authorization, and precise identification before taking contact.