Identifies the recipient, typically the (C.O.) of the relevant bureau or precinct. Subject
Example: 49 73 SECTOR CHARLIE 2025-04-14 1430
49 [PRECINCT] [SECTOR] [DATE] [TIME START] 49 format nypd
The code places the onus on medical professionals. Doctors, hospital administrators, and other healthcare providers are legally obligated to notify the NYPD when they treat a patient for injuries fitting these criteria. In practice, this often results in a police officer being dispatched to the hospital to interview the victim and take a report, ensuring that a potential crime is documented even if the victim is initially reluctant to press charges.
The victim stated that a male black individual approximately 6 feet tall wearing a red hoodie approached him from behind and demanded his wallet. Identifies the recipient, typically the (C
When officers or dispatchers refer to the "49 format," they are typically discussing the proper documentation and reporting procedure required to satisfy the Administrative Code. This ensures that the incident is logged correctly in the NYPD database, allowing for accurate tracking of violent crime statistics and ensuring that victims are connected with the appropriate police resources.
T/D 1405 (C/V TIME) LOC 123 MAIN ST, BKLYN – FRONT LOBBY C/V DOE,JANE F/34 DOB 1991-03-12 INJ – REDNESS TO L ARM (PHOTO TAKEN) S/P M/B, 5’9”, 180LBS, GRAY HOODIE, BLK JEANS, RED SNEAKERS S/P APPROACHED C/V INSIDE LOBBY S/P PUNCHED C/V L ARM S/P TOOK C/V PURSE (BLK, SHOULDER STRAP) W/C NONE PROP BLK PURSE, $50 USD, IPHONE 12 (IMEI 12345), KEYS AT 73 UNITS 123A & 124C RESPONDED 1415 S/P LAST SEEN E/B ON MAIN ST TOWARDS OCEAN AVE – UTL C/V REFUSED EMS 49 END 1445 P.O. SMITH #1234 In practice, this often results in a police
Informing the department of a member's intent to visit an incarcerated individual. Standard Structure and Content
A brief, capitalized summary of the memo’s purpose (e.g., "SUBJECT: UNUSUAL OCCURRENCE REPORT").
The NYPD emphasizes clarity and accuracy in these reports, as they can become discoverable evidence in legal proceedings. NYCPD - Public Administrative Guide 2 - NYC.gov
The "49" is the NYPD’s universal language for written communication.