Emergency Telecommunicator Certification Practice Exam

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The report of specific suspect information following a law enforcement incident is commonly referred to as:

Alert
BOLO
Incident report
Suspect advisory

The correct answer is: BOLO

The report of specific suspect information following a law enforcement incident is most accurately referred to as a BOLO, which stands for "Be On the Look Out." This term is commonly used by law enforcement agencies to alert officers and the public about a suspect or suspect vehicle that is linked to a recent incident. By disseminating a BOLO, departments aim to increase awareness and enhance the chances of apprehending the suspect quickly. In contrast, the other options have different meanings or uses within law enforcement. An alert may signify a general warning but does not specifically refer to suspect information. An incident report is a comprehensive document detailing the circumstances of a particular event, but it does not necessarily focus solely on suspect information. A suspect advisory, while it suggests a notice about a suspect, is not the widely recognized term used in the field to communicate the need for vigilance regarding a suspect. Therefore, BOLO is the correct and standard terminology in this context.