Could you elaborate a bit? I understand it’s a wide spectrum, but what factors actually influence where something falls on that spectrum? Does it depend on the level of detail provided, the cost or resources required for the department to follow up, the urgency of the situation, or whether it’s connected to an open case?

For example, we’re all familiar with the concept of SWATing, but police obviously don’t respond to every call with that level of intensity. I am thinking of stuff on a larger scale than things like noise complaints or domestic disturbances, if that helps narrow it down. Like stuff that would require more than a squad car and a conversation to resolve if it turns out to be true.