The Unique Street Language of the Street Gangs and the Prison Gangs of the United States

From The Warriors.

Gang Slang.

"It is becoming more and more essential for law enforcement and corrections personnel to learn terms used by gang members in order to effectively understand and communicate with them. It has been shown that the officers that can speak the lingo are more likely to gather more information about the person or about the gang activity in the area. The link below clearly shows how a knowledge of slang terms could lead to a better field or office interview."