"Policemanese" Example Sentences
1. "I need you to stand back, sir. This area is under police jurisdiction."
2. "Ma'am, I'm going to have to ask you to refrain from obstructing our investigation."
3. "We have apprehended the suspect and he is currently in custody."
4. "I'm sorry, I cannot disclose any information regarding an ongoing investigation."
5. "Do you have any witnesses who can corroborate your story?"
6. "We are conducting a thorough search of the premises."
7. "We have reason to believe that the individual in question may be armed and dangerous."
8. "I'm going to need you to come down to the station and answer a few questions."
9. "Can you describe the suspect's appearance in detail?"
10. "We have issued an APB for the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run."
11. "This is a routine traffic stop, sir. Please present your license and registration."
12. "I'm going to need you to take a breathalyzer test, sir."
13. "We have reason to believe that there may be illegal narcotics on the premises."
14. "We have secured a warrant to search the suspect's residence."
15. "Ma'am, I'm going to have to ask you to step out of the vehicle."
16. "Please keep your hands where I can see them, sir."
17. "I'm going to need you to exit the vehicle slowly and with your hands raised."
18. "This is a high-priority call, we need to respond immediately."
19. "Can you confirm that this is your personal property, sir?"
20. "We are currently investigating a possible homicide."
21. "We have reason to believe that the individual in question may have fled the scene."
22. "This is a secured crime scene, please do not cross the barrier tape."
23. "We have detained a suspect and he is currently being interrogated."
24. "We will be collecting forensic evidence to assist in our investigation."
25. "Please keep your voice down, sir. There are other individuals in custody nearby."
26. "We have set up a perimeter around the area in question."
27. "Can you please remain calm and answer my questions to the best of your ability?"
28. "We are currently pursuing the suspect on foot."
29. "This is a matter of public safety, we need your full cooperation."
30. "Please do not attempt to flee, sir. You are under arrest."
Common Phases
not enter restricted area; keep your hands where I can see them; stop, in the name of the law; do not resist arrest; remain calm and cooperate with me; step out of the vehicle, please; put your hands behind your back; this is a lawful order; you have the right to remain silent.