Jargon Quote by Marcia Clark
““Three—police jargon for a sirens-on emergency.””
About This Quote
Source Courtroom Transcript, 1995
Police use “three” as slang for a siren‑on emergency.
In simple terms: Police slang “three” means emergency.
Key Takeaway
Learn emergency terminology.
Themes
law enforcement
communication
slang
Mood
informative
neutral
Type
educational
practical
When to use this quote
- police radio
- training
- emergency response
- media reporting
Key Concepts
Criminology
lexicology
Questions to Reflect On
- What other codes do you know?
- How does slang affect public perception?
A Different Perspective
Slang varies by region.
