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2LOS SANTOS POLICE DEPARTMENT MANUAL
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4"To Protect and to Serve"
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6Welcome to the Los Santos Police Department Manual
7The Los Santos Police Department Manual, or LSPDM, is, and shall be, a composite of current policies, procedures, rules and guidelines established under previously existing manuals and approved practices. All employees of the division are to conform with the rules and provisions herein contained, by declaring their understanding. All existing manuals and other regulations which are in conflict with the contents of this Manual are hereby revoked, except that of existing manuals, orders, and other regulations which have not been included herein shall remain in effect where they do not conflict with the provisions of the Manual. The Manual is maintained frequently and in correspondence with the original aims of the department and laws of the State, by the Los Santos Police Department Command Staff.
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9(( This Manual will consult both In Character and Out of Character aspects of the Los Santos Police Department. Out of Character portions are clearly marked with double brackets and those of In Character purpose without double brackets. ))
10Understanding and Using the Los Santos Police Department Manual
11The Los Santos Police Department Manual consists of five volumes (I, II, III, IV, and V used as titles) which categorizes and covers all policies, procedures, rules and guidelines. The manual's referencing system enables any particular section of the manual to be, at any time, easily referred to if need be. The format used for referencing is 'Volume.Section.Subsection'. An example of a standard full index reference as follows; '3.1.3' which reads 'three point one point three'.
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13The first digit (example, 2.2.3/1) represents the volume number.
14The second digit (example, 2.2.3/1) represents the section number.
15The third digit (example, 2.1.3/1) represents a subsection within a section.
16The fourth digit (example, 2.1.2/1) represents a specific line or paragraph (not shown in Tables of Contents).
17Throughout the manual (at the start of volumes and sections) both large and small images of the division's logo have been placed. Large images of the division's logo, once clicked, will revert back to the Table of Contents while the small images of the division's logo will, once clicked, revert to the top of the relevant volume.
18Patrol Staff Statement for the Los Santos Police Department Manual
19Before an Officer conducts any of their duties it is mandatory for them to state that they have read the manual which can be found in the Patrol Staff Statement topic (redirect to Patrol Staff Statement).
20The contents of this Manual have been reviewed and passed by the Los Santos Police Department Command Staff. The following persons have directly aided in either the structuring, production and/or writing support of the LSPDM. Please note that these persons aided it's initial release. The manual is modernized and amended to suit the ever changing needs and conditions in which the Los Santos Police Department operates. Those who further the manual in future revisions post initial release are not cataloged here.
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22Steven Marchone
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24(( As is all documentation of this forum the Manual is a part of the Los Santos Police Department which is a faction within the LSV GTA community. ))
25LOS SANTOS POLICE DEPARTMENT MANUAL
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27Table of Contents
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29Volume I - Code of Conduct
301.1 - Departmental Objectives
311.1.1 - Departmental Objectives Defined
321.1.2 - To Protect and to Serve
331.1.3 - Vision
341.1.4 - Mission
351.2 - Courtesy, Professionalism, Respect
361.2.1 - Courtesy, Professionalism, Respect Defined
371.2.2 - Courtesy
381.2.3 - Professionalism
391.2.4 - Respect
401.3 - Employee Conduct
411.3.1 - Law Enforcement Code of Ethics
421.3.2 - Refusal to Work
431.4 - Terminology and Abbreviations
441.4.1 - Terminology and Abbreviations Defined
451.4.2 - Common Terminology
461.4.3 - Common Abbreviations
471.4.4 - Phonetic Alphabet
481.5 - Appearance and Uniform
491.5.1 - Appearance and Uniform Defined
501.5.2 - Personal Appearance
511.5.3 - Uniform and Accessories
521.6 - Disciplinary Actions
531.6.1 - Disciplinary Actions Defined
541.6.2 - Verbal Warning
551.6.3 - Official Reprimand
561.6.4 - Revoked Vehicle Rights
571.6.5 - Suspension
581.6.6 - Demotion
591.6.7 - Final Warning
601.6.8 - Termination of Employment
611.6.9 - Active Status of Disciplinary Action
621.6.10 - Appealing Disciplinary Actions
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64Volume II - Organization and Structure
652.1 - Rank List, Teams, and Categories
662.1.1 - Rank List, Teams, and Categories Defined
672.1.2 - STAFF Officers
682.1.3 - Command Officers
692.1.4 - Supervisory Staff
702.1.5 - Police Detectives
712.1.6 - Patrol Staff
722.2 - Duty Supervisors and Divisional Command
732.2.1 - Duty Supervisors Defined
742.2.2 - Duty Supervisor Designations
752.2.3 - Divisional Assignments Defined
762.2.4 - Divisional Assignments
772.3 - Offices, Bureaus, and Divisions
782.3.1 - Offices, Bureaus, and Divisions Defined
792.3.2 - Office of Operations
802.3.3 - Office of Criminal Intelligence
812.3.4 - Office of Special Operations
822.3.5 - Office of Administrative Services
832.3.6 - Office of the Chief of Police
842.4 - Duty Units, Vehicles, Purposes, and Callsigns
852.4.1 - Duty Units, Vehicles, Purposes, and Callsigns Defined
862.4.2 - Patrol Permission
872.4.3 - STAFF
882.4.4 - ADAM/LINCOLN-10,20,30,40 / SUPERVISOR UNIT
892.4.5 - ADAM/LINCOLN / BASIC CAR UNIT
902.4.6 - JOHN / BASIC SUPPORT UNIT
912.4.7 - TOM / TRAFFIC UNIT
922.4.8 - MARY / MOTORCYCLE UNIT
932.4.9 - HENRY / HIGH SPEED INTERCEPTION UNIT
942.4.10 - WILLIAM / AREA DETECTIVES UNIT
952.4.11 - GEORGE / GANGS AND NARCOTICS UNIT
962.4.12 - VICTOR / MAJOR CRIMES UNIT
972.4.13 - UNION / GANG SUPPRESSION UNIT
982.4.14 - AIR / AIR SUPPORT UNIT
992.4.15 - CHARLES / CRIME SUPPRESSION UNIT
1002.4.16 - DAVID / SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS UNIT
1012.4.17 - ROBERT / METROPOLITAN BASIC CAR UNIT
1022.4.18 - PAUL / MEDIA RELATIONS & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS DIVISION
1032.4.19 - IDA / INVESTIGATION DIVISION
1042.4.20 - FRANK / FRONT DESK DUTY
1052.4.21 - OCEAN / METROPOLITAN BASIC BOAT UNIT
1062.4.22 - YOUNG / TACTICAL INTERCEPTION OPERATOR
1072.4.23 - DEPARTMENTAL VEHICLE POOL
1082.5 - Official Police Buildings
1092.5.1 - Official Police Buildings Defined
1102.5.2 - Los Santos Police Department Headquarters
1112.5.3 - Los Santos Police Department Impound Lot
112(( 2.6 - Game Commands ))
1132.6.1 - Game Commands Defined
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115Volume III - Rules and Regulations
1163.1 - General Rules and Regulations
1173.1.1 - General Rules and Regulations Defined
1183.1.2 - General Rules and Regulations
1193.1.3 - Garage and Parking Rules and Regulations
1203.1.4 - Fraternization Rules and Regulations
121(( 3.1.5 - Forum Rules ))
122(( 3.1.6 - Out of Character Rules and Regulations ))
123(( 3.1.7 - Streaming ))
124(( 3.1.8 - Youtube and other websites ))
1253.2 - Rank Authority
1263.2.1 - Chief of Police
1273.2.2 - Assistant Chief of Police
1283.2.3 - Deputy Chief of Police
1293.2.4 - Commander
1303.2.5 - Captain
1313.2.6 - Lieutenant II
1323.2.7 - Lieutenant I
1333.2.8 - Sergeant II
1343.2.9 - Detective III
1353.2.10 - Sergeant I
1363.2.11 - Detective II
1373.2.12 - Police Officer III+1
1383.2.13 - Detective I
1393.2.14 - Police Officer III
1403.2.15 - Police Officer II
1413.2.16 - Police Officer I
1423.3 - Equipment, Weapons, and Firearms
1433.3.1 - Equipment, Weapons, and Firearms Defined
1443.3.2 - Equipment and Accessories
1453.3.3 - Firearms
1463.3.4 - Non-Lethal Weapons
1473.3.5 - Vehicle Loadout
1483.4 - Authorized Weapons and Firearms
1493.4.1 - Authorized Weapons and Firearms Defined
1503.4.2 - Authorized Firearms
1513.5 - Off Duty Restrictions
1523.5.1 - Off Duty Restrictions Defined
1533.5.2 - Off Duty Restrictions Listed
1543.6 - MDC Rules & Regulations
1553.6.1 MDC Rules & Regulations Defined
1563.6.2 MDC Arrest Procedure
1573.6.3 MDC Traffic Violations Procedure
1583.6.4 MDC NATURAL PROTECTION ACT
159(( 3.7 - TeamSpeak Rules and Regulations ))
1603.7.1 - TeamSpeak Rules and Regulations Defined
1613.7.2 - TeamSpeak Servers
1623.7.3 - TeamSpeak Rules and Regulations
1633.7.4 - TeamSpeak and GTA:World Server Rules
1643.7.5 - TeamSpeak Usernames and Displaying Callsigns
165(( 3.8 - Out of Character Corruption Rules ))
1663.8.1 - Out of Character Corruption Rules Defined
1673.8.2 - Out of Character Corruption Rules Listed
1683.8.3 - Out of Character Corruption Retention Rules Listed
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170Table of Contents
171Volume IV - Procedures and Protocols
1724.1 - Use of Force Guidelines
1734.1.1 - Use of Force Guidelines Defined
1744.1.2 - Levels of Force
1754.1.3 - Officer Presence Defined
1764.1.4 - Verbal Commands Defined
1774.1.5 - Empty Hands Defined
1784.1.6 - Non-Lethal Force Defined
1794.1.7 - Lethal Force Defined
1804.2 - Radio Procedures
1814.2.1 - Radio Procedures Defined
1824.2.2 - Radio Procedures
1834.2.3 - Transmission Formats and Usage
1844.3 - Radio Codes and Terminology
1854.3.1 - Radio Codes and Terminology Defined
1864.3.2 - Radio Codes
1874.3.3 - Radio Terminology
1884.4 - Panic Alarm (( /panic ))
1894.4.1 - Panic Alarm Defined
1904.4.2 - Panic Alarm Procedures
1914.5 - Departmental Radio Frequency (( /dep ))
1924.5.1 - Departmental Radio Frequency Defined
1934.5.2 - Departmental Radio Frequency Procedure
1944.6 - Emergency Response Driving
1954.6.1 - Emergency Response Driving Defined
1964.6.2 - Emergency Response Driving - Procedure
1974.6.3 - Emergency Response Driving - Variables
1984.6.4 - Lights and Sirens
1994.7 - Emergency Incidents
2004.7.1 - Emergency Incidents Defined
2014.7.2 - Departmental Guidelines for Shootings
2024.7.3 - Departmental Guidelines for Foot Pursuits
2034.7.4 - Departmental Guidelines for Vehicle Pursuits
2044.7.5 - Departmental Guidelines for Barricaded Suspect Incidents
2054.8 - Traffic Stops and Felony Stops
2064.8.1 - Traffic Stops Defined
2074.8.2 - Departmental Guidelines for Traffic Stops
2084.8.3 - Felony Stops Defined
2094.8.4 - Departmental Guidelines for Felony Stops
2104.9 - Searches and Seizures
2114.9.1 - Searches and Seizures Defined
2124.9.2 - Terry Stops and Terry Frisks
2134.9.3 - Partial Strip Searches and Full Strip Searches
2144.9.4 - Search and Seizure of Recording Devices
2154.9.4 - Property Searches
2164.10 - Preliminary Investigations
2174.10.1 - Preliminary Investigations Defined
2184.10.2 - Initiating a Preliminary Investigation
2194.10.3 - Concluding a Preliminary Investigation
2204.11 - Suspect Detainment
2214.11.1 - Suspect Detainment Defined
2224.11.2 - Suspect Detainment Procedures and Guidelines
2234.12 - Suspect Arrest
2244.12.1 - Suspect Arrest Defined
2254.12.2 - Suspect Arrest Procedures and Guidelines
2264.13 - In-Car Video and Audio Recording Devices
2274.13.1 - In-Car Video and Audio Recording Devices Defined
2284.13.2 - In-Car Video Recording Devices
2294.13.3 - In-Car Audio Recording Devices
2304.13.4 - Recording and Saving of Recorded Data
2314.14 - Absence Policy
2324.14.1 - Absence Policy Defined
2334.15 - Driving Under Influence (DUI)
2344.15.1 - Summary
2354.15.2 - Phase One
2364.15.3 - Phase Two
2374.15.4 - Phase Three
2384.15.5 - Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST)
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240Volume V - Department and the Law
2415.1 - Standards of Proof
2425.1.1 - Standards of Proof Defined
2435.1.2 - Reasonable Suspicion
2445.1.3 - Probable Cause
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247VOLUME I
248Code of Conduct
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250Volume I, Code of Conduct provides guidelines to how an Officer of the Department
251should represent themselves to the public, as well as the Department's main goals and
252aims which are reinforced by the roles of Police Officers.
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255Logo 1.1 - Departmental Objectives
2561.1.1 DEPARTMENTAL OBJECTIVES DEFINED
257The motto, "To Protect and To Serve," states the essential purpose of the Los Santos Police Department. The Department protects the right of all persons within its jurisdiction to be free from criminal attack, to be secure in their possessions, and to live in peace. The Department serves the people of Los Santos and the surrounding county by performing the law enforcement function in a professional manner, and it is to these people that the Department is ultimately responsible.
2581.1.2 TO PROTECT AND TO SERVE
259The Los Santos Police Department is committed to serving the community while protecting the rights of all persons. Consistent with this commitment, the Department's Vision, Mission, and Core Values, in concert with the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics and the Department's Management Principles, reflect the guiding philosophy of the Los Santos Police Department.
2601.1.3 VISION
261It is the vision of the Los Santos Police Department to, as closely as possible, achieve a City free from crime and public disorder.
2621.1.4 MISSION
263It is the mission of the Los Santos Police Department to safeguard the lives and property of the people we serve, to reduce the incidence and fear of crime, and to enhance public safety while working with the diverse communities to improve their quality of life. Our mandate is to do so with honor and integrity, while at all times conducting ourselves with the highest ethical standards to maintain public confidence.
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266Logo 1.2 - Courtesy, Professionalism, Respect
2671.2.1 COURTESY, PROFESSIONALISM, RESPECT DEFINED
268As an officer of the Los Santos Police Department you are a representative to the public therefore the foundation of your work on the front-line is expected to be based on the principles of CPR. Courtesy, Professionalism, and Respect. Successfully maintaining these principles shows the public that we are in touch with society and most importantly, that we care.
2691.2.2 COURTESY
270Courtesy is to always stand to the aid of the citizens and the community. Being polite, offering directions, and being generous with understanding are important.
2711.2.3 PROFESSIONALISM
272Professionalism means always keeping an objective eye at every situation, understanding that there is always two sides to every story, and to remember what your duty as an officer is.
2731.2.4 RESPECT
274Respect is showing your peers that you do not consider yourself above them, understanding other people's situations, and showing you have boundaries.
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277Logo 1.3 - EMPLOYEE CONDUCT
2781.3.1 LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS
279All Law Enforcement Officers must follow the Code of Ethics as follows:
280"As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind-to safeguard lives and property, to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder, and to respect the Constitutional rights of all men to liberty, equality and justice.
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282I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face of danger, scorn, or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others. Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying the laws of the land and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidential nature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelation is necessary in the performance of my duty.
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284I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships to influence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals, I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or ill will, never employing unnecessary force or violence and never accepting gratuities.
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286I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to be held so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve these objectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession...law enforcement."
2871.3.2 REFUSAL TO WORK
288The alternative to law and its enforcement is anarchy and its resulting devastation. An Officer's commitment to public service and professional ethics precludes engaging in strikes or similar concerted activities. For these reasons, Police Officers do not have the right to strike or to engage in any work stoppage or slowdown. It is the policy of this Department to seek the removal from office of any officer who plans or engages in any such strike, work stoppage, or slowdown.
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290Logo 1.4 - Terminology and Abbreviations
2911.4.1 TERMINOLOGY AND ABBREVIATIONS DEFINED
292Specific Terminology and Abbreviations can be used throughout your work within the Department to conceal information from the surrounding public on duty, speed up general duties as well as shorten radio transmissions without sacrificing vital information.
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294The official list of Key Language and Abbreviations that the department uses as follows:
2951.4.2 COMMON TERMINOLOGY
296Key definitions and words used throughout the manual, and which can be incorporated into your duties, radio transmissions, etc.
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298A
299Active shooter - A situation where's there's a suspect (or suspects) actively opening fire.
300Affirmative - Defines understood or yes.
301Attempt - Refers to the act of an individual with the plan to break, usually a specific, law.
302C
303Central - (( Teamspeak communication bind to transmit to all Duty Channels. (reference 3.6.4/2. ))
304Central Check - (( Requesting a response via central to confirm that your central bind works properly and that your microphone is at an appropriate volume and clear )).
305Citation - A financial punishment given for Infractions. Alternatively known as a Ticket.
306Command Staff - Command Officers and Staff Officers (reference 2.1).
307Conspiracy - An agreement between two or more person to break, usually a specific, law or laws.
308Covert - Undercover, plain clothes.
309D
310Department Radio - Refers to the radio setting used to contact other city and state agencies.
311Detainment - Refers to the temporary lawful holding of an individual.
312(( Duty Channels - Refers to the channels used when an officer is on duty. ))
313Duty Uniform - Refers to a uniform that has distinctive requirements and represents the Department clearly (reference 1.5.3).
314Duty Unit - Refers to a specific type of duty that has a distinctive and specific purpose and aim (reference 2.4).
315F
316Felony - Refers to the most serious crimes, settled by prison time in SACF.
317Firearm - Refers to a weapon that fires projectiles.
318Frisk - Refers to a Terry-Frisk (reference 4.9.2/2).
319H
320Handbook - Refers to the Los Santos Police Department Handbook.
321Homicide - Refers to the act of one human killing another.
322I
323Infraction - Refers to minor, usually traffic, crimes.
324Informal Attire - Demonstrates a dress code consisting of either a male or female suit and, if appropriate, a tie, maintaining a professional image.
325Insubordination - Refers to the act of wilfully disobeying an order.
326Interrogation - To question an individual with the aim obtain information or evidence.
327J
328Jail - Temporary holding cells at the Los Santos Police Department.
329L
330Law Enforcement Officer - Refers to a Government employee, usually belonging to a specific Government Department, who's duty is to enforce laws.
331M
332Manual - Refers to the Los Santos Police Department Manual.
333Misdemeanour - Refers to moderately serious crimes.
334Miranda Warning Flash Card - Refers to a small card in every Police Vehicle and on every Police Officer that lists the Miranda Warning in a variety of common languages, including that of English, Spanish, Armenian, Korean, Persian, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Hebrew, Arabic, and more.
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336O
337Office of the Chief of Police - Consists of the Chief of Police and Assistant Chiefs of Police.
338P
339Patrol Staff - Police Sergeants, Police Detectives, Police Officers (reference 2.1).
340Privately-owned vehicles - Refer to vehicles which are legally registered and owned by an individual.
341Pre-emptive strike - A strike or blow to gain compliance of a suspect quickly who is a high risk to themselves or others around them.
342R
343Radio - Your portable or vehicle radio used for speaking to all on duty officers (reference 4.2). (( In-game radio channel used to speak to all officers on duty and other departments. ))
344Radio check - Requesting a response via your radio to confirm that your radio works properly.
345Read and Understand - Demonstrates the act and agreement that you have Read and Understood a specific document, often used in units within the Department
346Reference - Los Santos Police Department Manual references provide direction of where to find a specific passage within the manual.
347S
348Senior Supervisor - Refers to all Lieutenants and above in rank.
349Solicitation - Refers to the act of offering goods or a particular service, or the attempt of doing so.
350Standard-issue weapon - A sidearm that each officer must carry whilst attending duty (reference 3.3.3/1).
351W
352Weapon - Refers to an item or object that can be used to harm or assault others.
3531.4.3 COMMON ABBREVIATIONS
354ADW - Assault with a Deadly Weapon.
355ALS - Advanced Life Support.
356APB - All-Points Bulletin.
357ASAP - As Soon As Possible.
358BLS - Basic Life Support.
359BOLO - Be On the Look Out.
360CCW - Carrying a Concealed Weapon.
361CPR - Courtesy, Professionalism, Respect
362DOA - Dead On Arrival.
363DUI - Driving Under the Influence.
364EMS - Emergency Medical Services.
365FTO - Field Training Officer.
366FTP - Field Training Program - Student.
367GOV - Government.
368GSW - Gun Shot Wound.
369LVA - Last Vehicle Alarm.
370LHA - Last House Alarm.
371LEO - Law Enforcement Officer.
372LSPDM - Los Santos Police Department Manual.
373MDC - Mobile Data Computer.
374MVA - Motor Vehicle Accident.
375PIT - Pursuit Immobilization Technique.
376R&U - Read and Understand.
377Sitrep - Situation Report.
378SIW - Standard-Issue Weapon.
379WILCO - Will Comply
3801.4.4 PHONETIC ALPHABET
381(( NATO Phonetic Alphabet ))
382
383Alpha / Adam - 'A'.
384Bravo / Boy - 'B'.
385Charlie / Charles - 'C'.
386Delta / David - 'D'.
387Echo / Edward - 'E'.
388Foxtrot / Frank - 'F'.
389Golf / George - 'G'.
390Hotel / Henry - 'H'.
391India / Ida - 'I'.
392Juliet / John - 'J'.
393Kilo / King - 'K'.
394Lima / Lincoln - 'L'.
395Mike / Mary - 'M'.
396November / Nora - 'N'.
397October / Ocean - 'O'.
398Papa / Paul - 'P'.
399Quebec / Queen - 'Q'.
400Romeo / Robert - 'R'.
401Sierra / Sam - 'S'.
402Tango / Tom - 'T'.
403Uniform / Union - 'U'.
404Victor / Victor - 'V'.
405Whiskey / William - 'W'.
406X-ray / X-ray - 'X'.
407Yankee / Young - 'Y'
408Zulu / Zebra - 'Z'.
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410
411Logo 1.5 - Appearance and Uniform
4121.5.1 APPEARANCE AND UNIFORM DEFINED
413Police Officers must meet the requirements listed below for Appearance and Uniform whilst attending active duty.
4141.5.2 PERSONAL APPEARANCE
4151.5.2/1 - Hair Standards
416Uniformed Male Employees - Male employees shall maintain their hair properly trimmed and at least moderately tapered. The hair shall not extend below the top of the shirt collar, cover any portion of the ear, and shall not interfere with the employee's vision. Sworn male employees shall ensure that their hair does not interfere with the proper wearing of the uniform hat or the prompt and proper placement of protective head and/or face gear.
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418Uniformed Female Employees - Female employees shall arrange their hair in a pony tail or a bun. It shall not interfere with the employee's vision and shall not be arranged in a way that would be advantageous for a suspect to grab. Sworn female employees shall ensure that their hair does not interfere with the proper wearing of the uniform hat or the prompt and proper placement of protective head and/or face gear.
4191.5.2/2 - Facial Hair Standards
420Uniformed Male Employees - Male employees shall keep their facial hair properly trimmed at all times and must maintain the Departments professional image. Hair may only be dyed to natural colors.
421
422Uniformed Female Employees - Female officers must not show facial hair and shave it, if appropriate, to the level of the skin. Hair may only be dyed to natural colors.
4231.5.2/3 - Tattoos
424Officers may have uncovered tattoos while on-duty as long as they are not located on the following body areas: head, neck, hands, wrists, forearm. Tattoos regardless if they're able to be covered or not, must not be racist, or offensive in any way. Religious tattoos are allowed as long as they are covered.
4251.5.2/4 - Make up
426Male - male officers may wear moderately applied make up to mask any distinguishing scars or marks on the skin.
427Female - female officers may wear moderately applied make up keeping a consistent and professional image in mind.
4281.5.3 UNIFORM AND ACCESSORIES
4291.5.3/1 - All officers shall possess at all times a serviceable uniform and the necessary equipment to perform uniformed field duty. Officers assigned to duty wherein a special uniform is required shall also possess the uniform required by their special assignment. All uniforms and equipment referred to in this Chapter shall meet the specifications outlined in the Department Uniform and Personal Equipment Specifications (exemptions from this Section may be granted by the Chief of Police).
430
431The Los Santos Police Department requires each officer to wear a uniform, referred to as the Standard Duty Uniform, which is given to you when you first join the department. Exceptions are made for covert units such as Police Detectives to conduct their duties using casual civilian clothing. The list of clothing under each title below demonstrates which layer the particular garment is worn. For example, the duty shirt comes below the field jacket, which indicates the field jacket is the up post layer of clothing with the duty shirt underneath.
432
433The Duty Uniform is a uniform that has distinctive requirements and represents the Department clearly. This means that upon the Officer's uniform, appropriate rank insignia must be worn as well as their badge in clear view upon their chest, on top of all outer clothing. No unit marks can be worn.
434
4351.5.3/2 - Wearing of a Department Issued Badge
436On-Duty, Uniformed Employees - Uniformed employees shall wear their official Department-issued badge on the outermost garment of their uniform over their left breast (respective of their point of vision). However employees attired in a Department-approved specialized uniform, may disregard this and follow internal directions for the badge.
437On-Duty, Plainclothes Officers - On-duty, plainclothes officers may conceal their official Department-issued badge but must wear it in a manner that is readily accessible for presentation to members of the public.
438
439Display of Identity in a Department Facility - While in a Department facility, undercover and plainclothes employees shall display either their official badge or Department-issued identification card.
4401.5.3/3 - Standard Male Duty Uniform (Class C)
441Sunglasses (Optional - appropriate and in contrast with rest of uniform.)
442Police issued badge - Cleaned and polished.
443Officer nameplate - Last name of officer must be visible.
444Black field jacket.
445Black duty shirt(Long or short sleeve) - Pressed and cleaned.
446White T-shirt - Clean.
447Black utility belt.
448Black duty trousers - Pressed and cleaned.
449White socks.
450Blacked laced boots - Polished.
451External vest labeled POLICE when directed to by a Supervisor or during a Citywide Tactical Alert.
452High Visibility Raincoat (Optional - Yellow Rain jacket)
4531.5.3/4 - Standard Female Duty Uniform (Class C)
454Sunglasses (Optional - appropriate and in contrast with rest of uniform.)
455Police issued badge - Cleaned and polished.
456Officer nameplate - Last name of officer must be visible.
457Black field jacket.
458Black duty shirt (Long or short sleeve) - Pressed and cleaned.
459White T-shirt - Clean.
460Black utility belt.
461Black duty trousers - Pressed and cleaned.
462White socks.
463Blacked laced boots - Polished.
464External vest labelled POLICE when directed to by a Supervisor or during a Citywide Tactical Alert.
465High Visibility Raincoat (Optional - Yellow Rainjacket)
4661.5.3/5 - Formal Male Duty Uniform (Class A)
467Must be worn during special events or when deemed appropriate by a division commanding officer.
468Police issued badge.
469Officer name plate.
470Black male duty long sleeve shirt.
471Black tie with silver clipping.
472Black utility belt.
473Black duty male trousers.
474Black or white socks.
475Black laced footwear (shoes).
476White gloves.
477Chief's Hat.
478(( Due to RAGEMP limitations, until there are no mods, the Class A uniform is the standard uniform, adding the /policehat and white gloves. ))
4791.5.3/6 - Formal Female Duty Uniform (Class A)
480Must be worn during special events or when deemed appropriate by a division commanding officer.
481Police issued badge.
482Officer name plate.
483Black male duty long sleeve shirt.
484Black tie with silver clipping.
485Black utility belt.
486Black duty male trousers.
487Black or white socks.
488Black laced footwear (shoes).
489White gloves.
490Chief's Hat.
491(( Due to RAGEMP limitations, until there are no mods, the Class A uniform is the standard uniform, adding the /policehat and white gloves. ))
4921.5.3/7 - Lightweight Tactical Uniform
493Please note that the following uniform is worn on top of the Standard Duty Uniform.
494Black ballistic helmet (/equipment metro)
495Black ballistic knee and shin guards.
496Black ballistic body armor (( Vest from the armory ))
497Black tactical gloves (optional)
498Black ballistic eye wear/goggles (optional)
499
500
501Logo 1.6 - Disciplinary Actions
5021.6.1 DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS DEFINED
503Disciplinary Actions refer to courses of action taken by senior officers and supervisors on junior officers as a punishment for a violation of the Department's rules and regulations. There are seven possible courses of action available, all issued depending on the severity and the frequency of the occurrence or wrong doing. Note that not all disciplinary procedures go chronologically - you can immediately be suspended or discharged with no prior disciplinary actions against you if deemed necessary.
504
505Officers receiving a Disciplinary Action that isn't a Verbal Warning, must wait 30 days before being eligible for promotion again.
5061.6.2 VERBAL WARNING
507An verbal warning is an admonishment which can be issued for minor misconduct or insubordination. It is informal and the least severe penalty that can be imposed. A Verbal warning will usually be the first action taken against an officer. This action will not be formally listed on the officer's record, although a note will be added for reference.
508
509When issuing an Verbal warning, the supervisor will inform the employee of the specific infraction or breach of conduct carried out, and exactly where and when it occurred. The employee may also be given the opportunity to explain his/her side. The supervisor will then inform the employee that further violations will result in formal disciplinary action.
5101.6.3 OFFICIAL REPRIMAND
511An official reprimand is the first stage of formal disciplinary action that can be taken against an employee. An official reprimand is used in instances of moderate misconduct or insubordination, or repeated lesser violations. It may be used for a variety of instances, where action more severe than an admonishment is required.
512
513While the initial issuing of a reprimand may be done in person, whereas the supervisor explains the breaches of conduct made, the reprimand itself is issued in writing, with the reasons for issuance specifically cited. This action is documented on the employee's record, with the employee also being notified that any further violations will result in more severe disciplinary action. Employees may also dispute this type of action, and may forward their grievance through a report to the Chief of Police.
5141.6.4 REVOKED VEHICLE RIGHTS
515Revoking an Officer's vehicle rights is formal action that involves the removal of an officer's ability to drive any duty vehicle. This action may be issued when employee misconduct or insubordination involves the direct usage of duty vehicles, and revocation of their usage would be suitable corrective action. This is also standard procedure when an officer damages a vehicle. Failing to report any damages to department vehicles can result in a direct lawsuit for the damages and dismissal from the Department.
5161.6.5 SUSPENSION
517A suspension is formal action that places the employee on non-duty status for a period of time. A suspension is considered severe disciplinary action and is issued for significant misconduct or insubordination. Ordinarily, a suspension is the final step in the disciplinary process before removal. While suspended, an employee is unable to perform duty work, but may adhere to off-duty rules and regulations. 
518A suspension will be listed for a set period of days, including when it ends. Employees may also be placed on suspension pending internal investigations for any set period of time.
5191.6.6 DEMOTION
520Demotions are serious formal actions, and are usually considered in place of removal from the department. A demotion is where an employee is reassigned from his current rank and position to a lower rank and position. Demotions can be accompanied by a suspension.
5211.6.7 FINAL WARNING
522A final warning is issued when the officer in question has participated in misconduct enough that they are now on a "probationary" phase, regardless of rank. This is a very serious formal action. If any disciplinary actions are to be issued whilst on a final warning, the disciplinary action will change from a final warning to an immediate dismissal.
5231.6.8 TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT
524A termination of employment, where the officer is involuntarily removed from all positions within the Department, and is no longer considered a Law Enforcement Officer. Each termination of employment is heavily considered prior to its issuance. Removal from the department may be considered after repeated cases of serious misconduct, where no other form of action is considered possible. Actions that show a flagrant disregard for the rules and regulations in place, or are incredibly serious or criminal in nature may also result in removal on the first offence.
5251.6.9 ACTIVE STATUS OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION
526All formal disciplinary action taken against an officer may be factored into any assessment for advancement or as a basis to issue more adverse disciplinary action in future scenarios. However the assessing Supervisor or Officer in charge will have to give a detailed explanation as to why the disciplinary action is used as reason for denial.
5271.6.10 APPEALING DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS
528All sworn employees have the ability to dispute disciplinary action issued against themselves, and may file a formal appeal. The appeal is filed with the Office of Chief of Police, detailing the employee's version and why it is believed the disciplinary is issued on the wrong grounds.
529
530If an employee chooses not to immediately appeal a Suspension, they may still appeal its issuance after the fact, within a period of 30 days.
531Volume II - Organization and Structure
532
533VOLUME II
534Organization and Structure
535
536Volume II, Organization and Structure demonstrates and forms the Department's
537foundations and framework, so as to work efficiently and in collaboration with each other
538
539Logo 2.1 - Rank List, Teams, and Categories
5402.1.1 RANK LIST, TEAMS, AND CATEGORIES DEFINED
541There are 15 ranks in total, split into five categories. Staff Officers are the bureaucracy of the Department and reviews, updates and produces Department protocol and guidelines as well as uphold and maintain internally efficiency. Command Officers aid Staff Officers in their duties, primarily supervisory tasks and management within particular units as well as handling daily Command tasks. Sergeants are tasked with administrative and supervisory duties as well as disciplinary tasks for keeping officers in line. Detectives focus on specialist investigative tasks depending on their assignment. Patrol Officers are the front line of the Department and are the face of Law Enforcement to the public.
542
543From highest to lowest, with ranks organised under their particular categories followed by their official abbreviation and the description of rank decoration/insignia located on either the upper arm (Patrol Staff) or the lapel of the duty shirt (Command Staff):
5442.1.2 STAFF OFFICERS
545Chief of Police / CoP ( Image / Four silver stars / on lapel)
546Assistant Chief of Police / ACoP ( Image / Three silver stars / on lapel)
547Deputy Chief of Police / DCoP ( Image / Two silver stars / on lapel)
5482.1.3 COMMAND OFFICERS
549Commander/ CMDR ( Image / One silver star / on lapel)
550Captain / CPT ( Image / Two silver bars / on lapel)
551Lieutenant/ LT ( Image / Single silver bar / on lapel)
5522.1.4 SUPERVISORY STAFF
553Sergeant II / Sgt II ( Image / Three chevrons, single rocker / on shoulder patch)
554Sergeant I / Sgt I ( Image / Three chevrons / on shoulder patch)
5552.1.5 POLICE DETECTIVES
556Detective III / Det III ( Image / Three chevrons, single rocker, single diamond / on shoulder patch)
557Detective II / Det II ( Image / Three chevrons, single diamond / on shoulder patch)
558Detective I / Det I ( Image / Two chevrons, single diamond / on shoulder patch )
5592.1.6 PATROL STAFF
560Police Officer III+1 / P-III+1 ( Image / Two chevrons, single star / on shoulder patch)
561Police Officer III / P-III ( Image / Two chevrons / on shoulder patch)
562Police Officer II / P-II (No insignia)
563Police Officer I / P-I (No insignia)
564
565
566Logo 2.2 - Duty Supervisors and Divisional Command
5672.2.1 DUTY SUPERVISORS DEFINED
568Duty Supervisors are officers who are ranked at the rank of Sergeant I or higher and may function as a Duty Supervisor while on-duty. Dependent on their rank they may assume different designations relevant to their callsign.
5692.2.2 DUTY SUPERVISOR DESIGNATIONS
570FIELD COMMANDER
571Permission(s) and Requirement(s):
572- Captain (Field Commander), Lieutenant (Assistant Field Commander) under relevant Citywide Supervisory Staff callsign. (1-LINCOLN/ADAM-10/20/30/40)
573Unit purpose(s):
574- Operate as the Scene Commander in any situation requiring it.
575- Function as the Area Commander if not available.
576PRECINCT COMMANDER
577Permission(s) and Requirement(s):
578- Captain and above (Commanding Officer), Lieutenant and above (Assistant Commanding Officer) under relevant callsign holding '0' at the end.
579Position purpose(s):
580- Delegate resources in their assigned area to effectively handle situations, scene management and unit organization.
581- Function as the Patrol Supervisor if not available.
582- Handles day-to-day affairs of their respective precinct.
583- Ensures precinct objectives remain in line with the department-wide strategy.
584PATROL SUPERVISOR
585Permission(s) and Requirement(s):
586- Sergeant under relevant callsign holding a '0' at the end.
587Unit purpose(s):
588- Handle unit management.
589- Unit delegation to handling situations in their area.
590- Handle supervisory requests.
5912.2.3 DIVISIONAL ASSIGNMENTS DEFINED
592Divisional Assignments are important to ensure efficient and effective running of the Police Department and all it's Offices, Bureaus and Divisions.
5932.2.4 DIVISIONAL ASSIGNMENTS
594OFFICE CHIEF (Operations/Special Operations/Administrative Services)
595Permission(s) and Requirement(s):
596- Commander and above (Chief of an Office), Lieutenant and above (Assistant Chief of an Office)
597Position purpose(s):
598- Oversees all administrative, staffing and operational aspects of their assigned office.
599- Ensures office objectives remain in line with the department-wide strategy.
600COMMANDING OFFICER (Division)
601Permission(s) and Requirement(s):
602- Sergeant I/Detective II and above (Commanding Officer), Police Officer III+1/Detective I and above (Assistant Commanding Officer)
603Position purpose(s):
604- Handles day-to-day affairs of their respective divisions.
605- Ensures divisional objectives remain in line with the department-wide strategy.
606OFFICER IN CHARGE (Division)
607Permission(s) and Requirement(s):
608- Police Officer III and above.
609- May have access to the '10' callsign relevant to their division (if the division has a patrol callsign and is allowed by the relevant Chief) if permitted by the (Assistant) Commanding Officer in order to conduct divisional supervisor duties but may not act as a Field Supervisor unless the officer is at least a Sergeant I or higher (if Detective, must have completed the Supervisor Program).
610Position purpose(s):
611- Assists the (Assistant) Commanding Officer with general management of the division.
612- Coordinates their assigned section in line with divisional objectives.
613
614Logo 2.3 - Offices, Bureaus, and Divisions
6152.3.1 OFFICES, BUREAUS, AND DIVISIONS DEFINED
616Offices consist of either Precincts or Divisions. Each precinct has a Captain in charge. Divisions underneath offices are headed by an officer of no set rank who holds the position of Commanding Officer.
617
618As a whole, each division contains its own Command Team, which the Commanding Officer collaborates with to ensure the effective management of the division.
619
620
6212.3.2 OFFICE OF OPERATIONS / OO
622OPERATIONS BUREAU
623Mission Row Precinct
624Mission Row Precinct currently covers the entire city of Los Santos
6252.3.3 OFFICE OF CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE / OCI
626DETECTIVE BUREAU / DB
627Major Crimes Division / MCD
628The Major Crimes Division aims to combat Organized Crime and other major crimes.
629Area Detectives Division
630The Area Detectives Division provides geographical coverage of Detectives across the city investigating street crimes, robberies, and homicides.
631Gang and Narcotics Division / GND
632The Gang and Narcotics Division stays in close contact with the gangs of the city so that they may target the distribution and sales of narcotics.
633Specialized Support Division / SSD
634The Specialized Support Division, or SSD, houses a wide range of senior officers with unique and specialized skill sets. Officers under the SSD, no matter their divisional unit placement(s), work together to accomplish the overall objective: assist and enforce criminal intelligence initiatives.
6352.3.4 OFFICE OF SPECIAL OPERATIONS
636COUNTER TERRORISM & SPECIAL OPERATIONS BUREAU / CTSOB
637Metropolitan Division / MD
638The Metropolitan Division is responsible for any high risk peace keeping operations as well as providing specialized tactical resources in Los Santos, consisting of three platoons,one of them being administrative (A Platoon) and the others tactical, which are B Platoon, C Platoon and K-9 Platoon.
639Air Support Division / ASD
640The Air Support Division trains pilots and crew for rotary-wing aircraft and fixed-wing aircraft to provide aerial support during situations.
641Traffic Division / TD
642Traffic Division aims to target and enforce the traffic and road laws of San Andreas.[/color]
6432.3.5 OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES/ OAS
644ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES BUREAU / ASB
645Recruitment and Employment Division / RED
646The Recruitment and Employment Division plans and manages the application process, interviews, background checks and test to recruit new students to attend the police academy.
647Training Division / TD
648The Training Division conducts police academies for academy students and in service trainings to officers, and field training.
649Firearms Licensing Division / FLD
650The Firearms Licensing Division coordinates and distributes firearms licensing to civilians, including the firearms application process.
6512.3.6 OFFICE OF THE CHIEF / OOTC
652PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS BUREAU / PSB
653Internal Affairs Group / IAG
654The Internal Affairs Group consists of three parts, the Investigation Division, the Board of Rights, and the Legal Affairs Section.
655Investigation Division / ID
656The Investigation Division is responsible for conducting investigations and handling reports on officers and involved parties internally.
657Board of Rights / BOR
658The Board of Rights handles disciplinary appeals for employees of the Department.
659Legal Affairs Section / LAS
660The Legal Affairs Sections consists of the Department's legal team which handles cases involving the LSPD in the civil court, works closely with the Office of the District Attorney for cases involving the LSPD in the criminal court, and assists with liaison where required
661Media Relations and Community Affairs Division / MRCAD
662The Media Relations and Community Affairs Division enhances the reputation and brand image of the LSPD through the effective management of communications to the media, members of the public, and its own employees.
663
664Image 2.4 - Duty Units, Vehicles, Purposes and Call Signs
6652.4.1 DUTY UNITS, VEHICLES, PURPOSES AND CALL SIGNS DEFINED
666Duty Units are specific patrols which have different duties and permission of who can patrol under it and what privileges, permissions, and equipment can be used.
6672.4.2 PATROL PERMISSION
668HENRY, MARY and OCEAN may be utilized for Patrol, even that they are Rolling deployment units. These 3 callsigns may be utilized for patrol if they meet the divisional requirements or have been authorized following the Rank Authority (3.2 - Rank Authority & Time in Grade).
669
670Rolling Deployment enables:
671A Police Officer who is trained and qualified for Emergency Vehicle Operator+ to utilize a HENRY vehicle during a High Speed Pursuit, if they have received permission from a Sergeant I or above;
672A Police Officer who is TIO qualified may utilize YOUNG while the TIO regulations must always be followed and may only deploy with the permission from a Sergeant I or above;
673A Police Officer to utilize a MARY vehicle during a Motorcycle Pursuit, if they have received permission from a Sergeant I or above;
674A Police Officer to utilize OCEAN during a Water Pursuit, if they have received permission from a Sergeant I or above;
675(Police Officer III+1 may also grant this permission on certain occasions, following the rank authority regulations. (3.2 - Rank Authority & Time in Grade)
676Rolling deployment permission can carry if a high-speed pursuit suspect is lost and the unit is currently looking for them, but this may only last for a maximum of 10 minutes after the last sighting of the suspect.
677
678All call sign names, joined with their purpose, vehicles and permissions shall follow:
6792.4.3 STAFF
680Unit purpose(s): Scene management and observation.
681Usable vehicle(s): Any department pool vehicle or personal vehicle at the discretion of the Staff Officer.
682Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be assigned call sign by the Chief of Police.
6832.4.4 ADAM/LINCOLN-10,20,30,40 / SUPERVISOR UNIT
684Unit purpose(s): Citywide scene management, unit organization responsibilities in the absence of the Watch Commander or Area Commander.
685Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white) for Sergeants, Unmarked Patrol vehicles for Lieutenant and above.
686Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a Sergeant I or above.
6872.4.5 ADAM/LINCOLN / BASIC CAR UNIT
688Unit purpose(s): General patrolling of Los Santos, respond and handling 911 calls, traffic enforcement, backup requests. LINCOLN = Solo unit, ADAM = Partnered unit.
689Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white) and marked Granger (black/white).
690Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Police Officer II and above (ADAM patrols must have at least one Police Officer II or higher).
691Police Officer I, 15 days of service in the Department, can patrol with permission from a Police Officer III+1, may not patrol in the Grangers.
692To patrol in the marked Grangers, Police Officers must take the 17/18/19 number and have 1 granger for at least 2 marked cruisers.
6932.4.6 JOHN / SUPPORT UNIT
694Unit purpose(s): Restricted patrolling of Los Santos, respond and handling 911 calls, traffic enforcement, backup requests. Cannot respond to violent crime 911s. Can only patrol Vinewood, Burton, Alta, Pillbox Hill, Hawick, Rockford Hills, Mission Row, Textile City, Mirror Park, Vespucci, Del Perro, Pacific Bluffs, La Mesa, Elysian Island. Restricted areas include Davis, Strawberry, Rancho and El Burro Heights and outside city limits.
695Usable vehicle(s): Crown Victoria (black/white), Police Transport Van (May only be used when responding to a suspect transport call. Not allowed to be used for patrol purposes)
696Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Police Officer I with 7 days of service in the Department,
697Police Officer Is without a working microphone cannot patrol alone under any circumstance. Officers above the rank of Police Officer I may not patrol on this callsign.
6982.4.7 TOM / TRAFFIC UNIT
699Unit purpose(s): Enforce Traffic Laws in Los Santos, write tickets, vehicular pursuits.
700Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white), Unmarked Traffic Vehicles, Interceptor (following divisional regulations).
701Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Traffic Division meeting divisional requirements.
7022.4.8 MARY / MOTORCYCLE UNIT
703Unit purpose(s): Traffic Enforcement.
704Usable vehicle(s): Police Motorcycle.
705Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Traffic Division meeting divisional requirements or must be Area Command Staff.
7062.4.9 HENRY / HIGH SPEED INTERCEPTION UNIT
707Unit purpose(s): High Speed Interception Unit.
708Usable vehicle(s): Police Interceptor
709Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be EVOC+ qualified in order to conduct rolling deployment on Police Interceptors. Permission has to be granted following the Rank Authority guidelines.
7102.4.10 WILLIAM / AREA DETECTIVES DIVISION
711Unit purpose(s): Responsible for the investigation of street crimes, robberies, and homicides.
712Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white), Unmarked DB Vehicles.
713Permission(s) and Requirement(s):Must be a member of the Area Detectives Division.
7142.4.11 GEORGE / GANG AND NARCOTICS UNIT
715Unit purpose(s): Investigates the city's gangs and the narcotics trade, both overtly and covertly.
716Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white), Unmarked DB Vehicles.
717Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Gangs and Narcotics Division
7182.4.12 VICTOR / MAJOR CRIMES DIVISION
719Unit purpose(s): Responsible for the gathering, collating, and assessment of intelligence related to organized crime operations and other major crimes.
720Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white), Unmarked DB Vehicles.
721Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Major Crimes Division.
7222.4.13 UNION / SPECIALIZED SUPPORT UNIT
723Unit purpose(s): Primarily responsible for collecting viable criminal intelligence and suppressing the influx of criminal activities. The SSD main focus is to assist and enforce criminal intelligence initiatives.
724Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white), Unmarked Chevrolet Suburbans (black), Unmarked DB Vehicles (If Detective)
725Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Specialized Support Division.
7262.4.14 AIR / AIR SUPPORT UNIT
727Unit purpose(s): Assist ground units in vehicular and foot pursuits, search operations.
728Usable vehicle(s): Police Maverick (black/white),Police Frogger (If member of TFS under X-RAY callsign).
729Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Air Support Division.
7302.4.15 CHARLES / CRIME SUPPRESSION UNIT
731Unit purpose(s): Primarily designated to maintain selective enforcement details in high crime areas, where repeat offenders and criminal predators are targeted; Assists the Detective Bureau by intelligence gathering and operational work. Additionally, the platoon handles tactical support elements, execution of arrest warrants, crowd control, riot control, protection details, counter assault as well low tactical armed breaches.
732Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white), Unmarked Chevrolet Suburbans (black), Unmarked Vehicles (any), and LENCO B.E.A.Rs (black) (following divisional regulations).
733Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of C Platoon.
7342.4.16 DAVID / SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS UNIT
735Unit purpose(s): High level tactical team to deal with the most serious situations including armed robberies, barricaded suspects and hostage situations; Also executes high risk warrants.
736Usable vehicle(s): Unmarked Chevrolet Suburbans (black), Unmarked Vehicles (any), and LENCO B.E.A.Rs (black)
737Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of D Platoon.
7382.4.17 ROBERT / METROPOLITAN BASIC CAR UNIT
739Unit purpose(s): General basic unit for officers that are part of the Metropolitan Division.
740Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white)
741Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Metropolitan Division.
7422.4.18 PAUL / MEDIA RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY AFFAIRS DIVISION
743Unit purpose(s): Engage in community and media affairs type of activities.
744Usable vehicle(s): Basic Cars (black/white), personal BMX, scorcher.
745Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Media and Public Relations Division.
7462.4.19 IDA / INVESTIGATION DIVISION
747Unit purpose(s): Conducts investigations and handles reports on officers and involved parties.
748Usable vehicle(s): Classified.
749Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be a member of the Investigation Division, further permissions and requirements are classified.
7502.4.20 FRANK / FRONT DESK DUTY
751Unit purpose(s): Conducting administrative duties and handling civilian requests at the Mission Row Station front desk.
752Usable vehicle(s): N/A
753Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Any Police Officer I or higher irrespective of time spent in the department.
7542.4.21 OCEAN / METROPOLITAN BASIC BOAT UNIT
755Unit purpose(s): Designed for patrol around the waters of San Andreas, where offenders might try to escape. OCEAN is also used to transport and pursuit evading boats.
756Usable vehicle(s): Predator (Black/White)
757Permission(s) and Requirement(s): May be granted Rolling Deployment by the Scene Commander if a suspect fled into the water (any Police Officer II+ may grab it). Other tasks such as armed pursuits, diving situations, rescue, patrol in general, may only be done by C Platoon and D Platoon marine qualified personnel.
7582.4.22 YOUNG / TACTICAL INTERCEPTION OPERATOR
759Unit purpose(s): Tactical Interception during high speed pursuits
760Usable vehicle(s): Unmarked Benefactor Schafter V12
761Permission(s) and Requirement(s): Must be TIO qualified in order to utilize this callsign. All TIO regulations have to be obeyed, in order for a Tactical Interceptor to be deployed.
7622.4.23 DEPARTMENTAL VEHICLE POOL
7632.4.23/1 - The Los Santos Police Department has multiple police vehicles available for officers, certain vehicles are limited for certain callsigns/rank permission/specific training/division. The vehicles can be found throughout the Police Stations across the City. Unmarked Vehicles used by the Detective Bureau are not located here as those vehicles change on a set basis.
764
7652.4.23/2 - Marked Vehicles:
766- Ford Crown Victoria (Details | Images) (( Police Cruiser )) - Basic Car
767- Dodge Charger Police Interceptor (Sixth Generation) (Details | Images) (( Police Buffalo )) - Basic Car
768- Ford Taurus Police Interceptor (Sixth Generation) (Details|Image) (( Police Inteceptor )) - Interceptor Unit
769- Police Chevrolet Express Van (Details | Images) (( Police Transporter ))
770- LENCO B.E.A.R (Details | Images) (( Police Riot ))
771
7722.4.23/3 - Unmarked Vehicles:
773- Unmarked Ford Crown Victoria (Details | Images) (( Unmarked Cruiser ))
774- Unmarked Police Chevrolet Suburban (Details | Images) (( FIB Granger ))
775- Unmarked Dodge Charger Police Interceptor (Details | Images) (( FIB Buffalo ))
776- Unmarked Benefactor Schafter V12 (Details | Images)
777
7782.4.23/4 - Helicopters:
779- American Eurocopter AS350 B2 A-Star (Details | Images) (( Police Maverick ))
780- Bell 412 (Details | Images) (( Frogger ))
781
7822.4.23/5 - Boats:
783- Moose Boat (Details) (( Police Predator ))
784
785
786Logo 2.5 - Official Police Buildings
7872.5.1 OFFICIAL POLICE BUILDINGS DEFINED
788The Department has several buildings including police stations to be used by the Police Department.
7892.5.2 LOS SANTOS POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSION ROW POLICE STATION
790Mission Row Police Station
791Sinner Street, Vespucci Boulevard, Atlee Street and Little Bighorn Avenue in Mission Row, Downtown Los Santos.
7922.5.3 LOS SANTOS POLICE DEPARTMENT IMPOUND LOT
793Rancho Impound Lot
794
795Logo (( 2.6 - Game Commands ))
7962.6.1 GAME COMMANDS DEFINED
797- /pduty
798Will supply you with the following; Health (100), Armour (100), and set your name tag to police blue.
799
800- /equipment
801Will supply you with the following; Health, Armour, Taser, Pistol, and set your name tag to police blue.
802
803- /equipment swat
804Will supply you with the following; Health, Armour, Taser, Combat Pistol, AR-15 and set your name tag to police blue.
805
806- /equipment db
807Will supply you with the following; Health and Pistol
808
809- /take #
810Will take a weapon from the cruiser, # signifies what weapon (1 is for the shotgun, 2 is for the AR, 3 is for the Sniper (SWAT only), 4 is for sub-machine gun, 5 for Less Lethal Shotgun.)
811
812- /takespike
813Takes a spike strip from the cruiser. Must be at the trunk of the vehicle.
814
815- /spike
816Places down a spike strip vertically in front of you to the direction you are facing.
817
818- /removespike
819Picks up the spike strip in front of you.
820
821- /placespike
822Places the spike back into the cruiser. Must be at the trunk of the vehicle.
823
824- /uniform
825Opens the customization menu for customizing your uniform.
826
827- /r(adio) [message]
828Transmits a personalised radio transmission to the rest of the Department, being that you're set to the Department's private channel.
829
830- /dep(artment) [message]
831Transmits personalized radio transmissions to all government agencies (PD, EMS and GOV).
832
833- /m(egaphone) [message]
834Will allow you to speak via the vehicle's megaphone, which is fitted in all appropriate faction vehicles.
835
836- /arrest [player_name]
837Will arrest a suspect in the Los Santos Police Department jail cells.
838
839- /cuff
840Will handcuff a suspect if they are crouched or in an appropriate animation.
841
842- /panic
843Presses the red button on your radio or shoulder mounted microphone, alerting all units of your whereabouts.
844
845- /MDC
846Opens up the in car computer that allows you to run names. Your badge number is used as the login name and the password is the same as the one you use to login on the server (which is also your UCP password).
847
848- /radar [dist] [speed]
849To turn the speed radar on. Further instructions will prompt on how to use the radar from specifying distance from you and speed you want to capture on.
850
851- /radaroff
852To turn the speed radar off. NOTE: You need to do /radaroff if you need to correct your /radar parameters.
853
854- /canine
855To spawn a canine, must be done near specialized vehicles for it. (Example: Sheriff2)
856
857Volume III - Rules and Regulations
858Post  by Police Department » Sun Dec 03, 2017 11:32 am
859
860 
861
862VOLUME III
863Rules and Regulations
864
865Volume III, Rules and Regulations ensures officers work within limits
866and restrictions to ensure Officers conduct their duties most effectively in the line of duty.
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868
869Logo 3.1 - General Rules and Regulations
8703.1.1 GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFINED
871The list of Rules and Regulations must be followed by all employees within the Department at all times. If an officer fails to follow the following rules and regulations to any degree (regardless of intention) they may be subject to disciplinary action (reference 1.6) at the supervising officer's discretion.
8723.1.2 GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
873Employees of the Los Santos Police Department must adhere to the following set of Rules and Regulations which relate to the Los Santos Police Department as a whole, as follows:
874Officers must respect fellow employees and civilians alike. They must also remain respectful towards all higher ranks, especially Command Officers and Staff Officers.
875Officers must NOT abuse their status, power, authority or equipment at any time and must adhere to Departmental Guidelines when handling situations which involve aforementioned aspects.
876Officers may NEVER abuse their status, authority or equipment at any time.
877Officers of a Command rank may be either addressed by 'Sir/Ma'am', or by their rank.
878When requested during police business, ALL officers must provide their badge number. No other information needs to be provided.
879Officers are not required to request a supervisor upon request.
880Officers must ensure their Patrol Vehicle is not damaged whilst patrolling, which may occur after a situation. If the Officer's patrol vehicle is damaged, they must contact an on-duty supervisor whom will fill out a report regarding the damage.
881Officer must carry their badge and their Police ID on their person at all times when on duty.
882Officers may not discuss Police business with the media or public unless they have been allowed to by the Chief of Police.
883Officers who are engaged in a personal relationship with another officer of the Department must submit a Relationship Declaration to the Internal Affairs Group and must also submit a report when the relationship ends, if it does. The information for this is found under the Internal Affairs Desk.
884Patrol permission issued by a senior officer for a specific patrol automatically expires at the end of the granting officer's watch.
885All gates and doors within the Department and other government facilities such as the prison must be closed at all times, the last person in or out of either one of them is responsible for ensuring that it is closed and, if applicable, locked.
886Officers must have an individual badge number.
887On-duty Officers not in uniform must have their badge visible at all times if they are located within any Official Police Building or City/State Agency Building.
888Officers must set their vehicle's unit ID with the one matching their patrol via the MDC unless they are an unmarked unit.
889Officers that file a resignation are considered police officers and employees up until the point the resignation is processed (i.e. until the resignation is posted in the "Notice Board"). As such, until the resignation is processed, employees are required to adhere to all relevant departmental (and divisional) policies, as they are still employed by the Department.
890Officers upon achieving the rank of Police Officer I must have their mugshot photos uploaded in the Department's MDC.
891Officers upon receiving their LEO CCW License must have their mugshot photos uploaded in the Department's MDC.
892Officers while on duty may not smoke in any police vehicles or while attending to any police matters. Officers may do so while during on their break in private away from the general public.
893Commissioned Officers are permitted to carry their mobile Department radio while off-duty ((access to /r and /dep)) for emergency purposes only.
894If sent a deposition, subpoena, or asked to provide information regarding any situation by a Judge, District Attorney, any private attorney, any paralegal, or other private party outside of the Department, Officers are required to FIRST contact the Internal Affairs Group via their Commanding Officer and inform them of the request being made, including a copy of all documentation received. Officers CANNOT reply on their own without approval from the Commanding Officer of the Internal Affairs Group.
895Officers that possess a no-mic permission must patrol with another officer that possess a working microphone at all times, except when conducting front desk duties.
896As a condition of employment within the Los Santos Police Department, sworn officers are subject to random drug tests as requested by the Internal Affairs Group. Failure to participate in the screening or testing positive may result in disciplinary action up to termination of employment.
897((People that don't have a Urban Patrol Rifle Certification, won't have the rifle with them ICly in the cruiser, since they can't grab it from the armory. Anyone abusing this may face several server/faction punishments, since it's powergaming.))
8983.1.3 GARAGE AND PARKING RULES AND REGULATIONS
899Faction members using the garage must adhere the following set of Rules and Regulations regarding parking:
900Patrol vehicles must be parked at their assigned parking areas (where the vehicle was first obtained for patrol) with the engine, emergency lights, and siren all being turned off.
901The Police vehicle parking area includes the area behind the station and the front.
902Officers must drive slowly and cautiously in the external parking area and not park any vehicle inappropriately.
9033.1.4 FRATERNIZATION RULES AND REGULATIONS
904While camaraderie between employees is encouraged, and a benefit to the department, it is vital that even the appearance of conflict between an officer's professional responsibilities and their relationship with any employee is avoided. Personal relationships include physical or emotional relationships, for example, having a spouse/partner or familial ties. This is particularly important between superiors and subordinates. The rules are detailed further below;
905Officers engaged in a personal relationship are expected to take every measure possible to ensure that no conflict of interest arises as a result. This includes having any role in disciplinary regarding an officer, command/supervisor/detective/field training program patrols/assessments, (promotion/upgrade/demotion/downgrade) evaluations or other situations where objective viewpoints are required.
906If personal relationship proves to negatively impact an employee's ability to act to the professional standards set by the department, then appropriate measures will be taken to amend the issue, including disciplinary action.
907Failing to report in a personal relationship can result in disciplinary action being taken against the employees involved.
908Any personal relationship that employees have between each-other, regardless of its length, is required to be reported to the Chief of Police for record keeping.
909(( 3.1.5 FORUM RULES ))
910Members of the faction whom have access to the forums must adhere the following set of Rules and Regulations:
911Standard Forum/server rules apply.
912No racism, homophobia, bullying or pornography of any kind.
913No advertising.
914No spamming.
915All information contained within the restricted areas of these forums must not be leaked either within these forums or out of them.
916Posts must be English only.
917Keep the size of signatures respectable.
918Mass PMs to Groups (ie. Los Santos Police Department) are not to be used unless announcing important information that critically needs to be addressed to group members.
919(( 3.1.6 OUT OF CHARACTER RULES AND REGULATIONS ))
920Employees of the Los Santos Police Department must adhere to the following set of Rules and Regulations which relate to the Los Santos Police Department as a whole, as follows:
921All in game, community and forum rules apply, members of the faction are expected to uphold a higher standard in regards to following the rules.
922Faction members are expected to lead by example, providing good roleplay and ethics while in the faction.
923Faction members must respect both faction members and GTA World members. You must also remain respectful and acknowledge higher ranks, specifically Command Officers and Staff Officers.
924Faction members must return their police vehicle to the station in perfect condition.
925Factions members are permitted to join a single callsign channel to speak with friends, etc, but at the request of the highest ranking designated callsign user should vacate the channel upon request without hesitation.
926Faction members who are punished by the admin team must inform the faction leader as soon as the incident occurs, with a full explanation. -
927Any faction member who is admin punished must report the incident along with their side of the incident to the Chief of Police within 24 hours of being notified of the admin punishment.
928Deliberately baiting police officers on an alternate character will result in a removal from the faction.
929All Faction members on duty, must label their vehicle with their unit ID with in-game command (/setpatrol) unless they are an unmarked unit (e.g. 2-LINCOLN-2).
930Officers that file a resignation are considered faction members up until the point the resignation is processed (i.e. until the resignation is posted in the "Notice Board"). As such, until the resignation is processed, employees are required to adhere to all relevant departmental (and divisional) policies, as they are still faction members.
931Faction members should not spam or abuse the in-game radio.
932Officers may never use their status in the faction to take weapons/drugs for their personal gain after they have removed them from a suspect.
933(( 3.1.7 Streaming ))
934Members of the Los Santos Police Department that wish to stream on-duty gameplay must adhere to the following rules:
935Faction chat must be toggled OFF
936There must be a three minute delay between the stream and real-time.
937Must have [STREAMING] tags on Teamspeak.
938Cannot be in any on-duty channel (excluding TACs) with more than THREE other officers.
939All patrol unit channels are OUT OF CHARACTER. That means that you must not use your channel for any in-character communication. Your channel is your responsibility. In the event that metagaming occurs in your channel during the stream the responsible parties will be liable for administrative and disciplinary action.
940Detectives under any specialized callsigns cannot stream.
941CHARLES/DAVID units cannot stream any breaches or generally sensitive content such as formations and tactics.
942(( 3.1.8 Youtube and other websites ))
943All GTAW videos put online that involves you as a Law Enforcement Officer have to be approved by a Command Officer prior to publishing. This way we can avoid videos that show you or others misrepresenting the faction & put us in a bad daylight towards the community. Faction members that regularly publish videos & are known to post quality content may get permission to publish videos without a Command Officer's approval every time.
944
945Logo 3.2 Rank Authority
9463.2.1 Chief of Police
947Holds full responsibility of the department being the Chief Employer of the Department;
948May alter LSPD internal rules and regulations;
949May employee Civilians into the Police Department;
950May promote employees of any rank to any rank;
951May demote employees of any rank to any rank;
952May dismiss employees of any rank;
953May suspend an employee of any rank indefinitely.
954Manages the Department's public relations and relations with government (GOV) and governmental agencies.
955(( Mandatory for an alternate character at the rank of up to Captain for active patrol. ))
9563.2.2 Assistant Chief of Police
957In control of the Department should the Chief of Police be unavailable for extended periods of time.
958Rank authority equivalent with the Chief of Police as prescribed accordingly. All modification to staff, policy and procedure should be communicated prior to the change to the Chief of Police.
959(( Mandatory for an alternate character at the rank of up to Captain for active patrol. ))
9603.2.3 Deputy Chief of Police
961Assigned a designated Bureau to which it is their responsibility to manage, operate and control;
962May conduct STAFF duty (reference 2.4.3) as Staff Officer within the parameters of permissions and restrictions.
963Possess divisional memberships to all divisions within the Police Department.
964May utilize any departmental vehicle in any situation requiring it.
965May promote up to the rank of Sergeant II/Detective III.
966May demote Sergeant II/Detective IIIs and under without prior approval from Chief of Police.
967May issue revocation of vehicle rights of an indefinite length to any Commander and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action.
968May issue an official reprimand to any Commander or below.
969May issue a suspension of indefinite length to any Commander or below.
970May issue a final warning of up to sixty (60) days to any Commander or below.
971May dismiss Sergeant II/Detective IIIs and under without prior approval from Chief of Police.
972(( Mandatory for an alternate character at the rank of up to Captain for active patrol. ))
9733.2.4 Commander
974Shall serve as the Assistant Chief of an Office, Precinct Commander or be assigned as a Director of a Program to which it is their responsibility to manage, operate and control the relevant team and program
975May utilize any departmental vehicle in any situation requiring it in the absence of a Staff Officer on duty.
976May demote Sergeant I/Detective IIs and under without prior approval from Chief of Police.
977May issue revocation of vehicle rights of an indefinite length to any Lieutenant I and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action.
978May issue an official reprimand to any Lieutenant I or below.
979May issue a suspension of indefinite length to any Sergeant II/Detective III or below.
980May issue a final warning of up to sixty (60) days to any Lieutenant I or below.
981May dismiss Police Officer IIIs and under without prior approval from Chief of Police.
982(( Optional for an alternate character at the rank of up to Sergeant II for active patrol. ))
9833.2.5 Captain
984May conduct 1-LINCOLN/ADAM-10/20 duty as a Field Commander within the parameters of permissions and restrictions.
985May patrol under callsigns ending with 20 (1-LINCOLN-20).
986May wear either the Standard Duty Uniform (reference 1.5.2, 1.5.3) or Informal Attire whilst attending their duties, to their own discretion.
987May grant permission for an employee to use any departmental pool vehicle.
988May perform High Speed Interception Unit duty without completing training.
989May promote up to the rank of Sergeant I/Detective II.
990May demote up to the rank of Sergeant I/Detective II.
991May promote or demote up to Police Officer III without prior approval.
992May issue revocation of vehicle rights of an indefinite length to any Sergeant II/Detective III and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action.
993May issue an official reprimand to any Sergeant II/Detective III or below.
994May issue a suspension of indefinite length to any Sergeant I/Detective II or below.
995May issue a final warning of up to sixty (60) days to any Sergeant I / Detective II or below.
996May dismiss Police Officer III and under without prior approval from Chief of Police.
997May request a Take-Home vehicle to the Chief of Police.
998(( Optional for an alternate character at the rank of Sergeant II for active patrol. ))
9993.2.6 Lieutenant II
1000May conduct 1-LINCOLN/ADAM-30/40 duty as an Assistant Field Commander within the parameters of permissions and restrictions.
1001May patrol under callsigns ending with 30/40 (1-LINCOLN-30/40).
1002May grant High Speed Interception Unit patrol permission to Police Officer IIIs and above whom have passed training.
1003May revoke an officer's ride-along permission under their discretion.
1004If no MRCAD is available, may speak with Media or grant permission to.
1005May promote or demote up to the rank of Police Officer III+1.
1006May issue revocation of vehicle rights of an indefinite length to any Sergeant I/Detective II and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action.
1007May issue an official reprimand to any Sergeant II / Detective III or below.
1008May issue a suspension of up to three (3) days to any Sergeant II / Detective III or below.
1009May issue a final warning of up to sixty (60) days to any Police Officer III+1 / Detective I or below.
1010May dismiss Police Officer III or below.
1011(( May tow all faction vehicles upon making sure no active situations are on going )).
1012(( Optional for an alternate character at the rank of Sergeant II for active patrol. ))
10133.2.7 Lieutenant I
1014Holds the same rank authority as a Lieutenant II.
1015Probationary position within the Command Training Program.
10163.2.8 Sergeant II
1017Equal in rank to Detective III.
1018May conduct MOTORCYCLE duty (reference 2.4.8), under either ADAM or LINCOLN, without being a member of the Traffic Division.
1019May issue revocation of vehicle rights of up to two days to any Police Officer III+1 and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action.
1020May issue a suspension of up to two (2) days to any Police Officer III+1 / Detective I or below.
10213.2.9 Detective III
1022Equal in rank to Sergeant II.
1023May issue a suspension of up to two (2) days to any Police Officer III+1 / Detective I or below (upon completion of the Supervisor Program).
1024May issue revocation of vehicle rights of up to two days to any Police Officer III+1 and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action (upon completion of the Supervisor Program).
10253.2.10 Sergeant I
1026Equal in rank to Detective II.
1027May conduct 2/3-LINCOLN/ADAM-30/40 duty as a Patrol Supervisor within the parameters of permissions and restrictions.
1028May grant rolling deployment for HENRY, MARY and OCEAN.
1029Can authorize lethal force during pursuit under the requirements of 4.1.7/4
1030May issue Police Officer Is JOHN unit permission after 3 days of service.
1031May grant the use of the Less Lethal Shotgun to an officer.
1032May grant BASIC CAR duty (reference 2.3.3) permission to Police Officer Is, or THREE MAN permission to a Police Officer II and above.
1033May grant permission to equip the Lightweight Riot Uniform (reference 1.5.3/7).
1034May revoke the ride-along permission of a Police Officer III+1 or below
1035May issue revocation of vehicle rights of up to two days to any Police Officer III and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action.
1036May issue an admonishment or official reprimand to any Police Officer III+1 / Detective I or below.
1037May issue a suspension of up to one (1) day to any Police Officer III or below.
10383.2.11 Detective II
1039Equal in rank to Sergeant I.
1040May grant rolling deployment for HENRY, MARY and OCEAN, in the absence of a Sergeant I+.
1041May grant the use of the Less Lethal Shotgun to an officer, in the absence of a Sergeant I+.
1042May grant BASIC CAR duty (reference 2.3.3) permission to Police Officer Is, or THREE MAN permission to a Police Officer II and above, in the absence of a Sergeant I+.
1043May issue revocation of vehicle rights of up to two days to any Police Officer III and below, as an enhancement to formal disciplinary action (upon completion of the Supervisor Program).
1044May issue an admonishment or official reprimand to any Police Officer III+1 / Detective I or below (upon completion of the Supervisor Program).
1045May issue a suspension of up to one (1) day to any Police Officer III or below (upon completion of the Supervisor Program).
10463.2.12 Police Officer III+1
1047Equal in rank to a Detective I.
1048May approve basic car duty for Police Officer Is (only in the absence of any higher ranking officers).
1049May grant rolling deployment for HENRY, MARY and OCEAN, in the absence of a Sergeant I+.
1050May authorize ride-alongs.
1051May conduct unit regroups to reorganize duty units, in the absence of a Sergeant I+.
10523.2.13 Detective I
1053Equal in rank to Police Officer III+1.
10543.2.14 Police Officer III
1055Senior Police Officer (application and evaluation required for promotion).
1056Must perform duties for the Field Training Program
1057May grant a Police Officer I permission to file a warrant. Must also review the said warrant before filing.
1058May undergo High Speed Interception Unit training, and once trained with permission from a Lieutenant II, may conduct HENRY duty (reference 2.4.9).
10593.2.15 Police Officer II
1060May conduct BASIC CAR duty alone.
1061May use the lethal shotgun.
1062May take Police Officer Is on ADAM patrol.
1063May take a ride-along if approved.
1064May drive the HSIU (HENRY) upon receiving authorizing rolling deployment
1065May use the boat (OCEAN) upon receiving authorizing rolling deployment
1066May drive Motorcycle Unit (MARY) upon receiving authorizing rolling deployment
1067May utilize the UPR, if certified.
1068May file a warrant without permission from a higher rank.
1069May use the Less Lethal Shotgun in situations requiring it (Except brawls without Sergeant + permission).
1070May take a ride-along who must fit the criteria stated in Ride-alongs section.
1071May utilize the incident command vehicle with permission from a Lieutenant II and above.
10723.2.16 Police Officer I
1073Probationary rank (evaluation required for promotion)
1074May conduct BASIC CAR duty alone if approved by a Police Officer III+1 and up.
1075Must wear the Standard Duty Uniform (reference 1.5.3/3, 1.4.3/4) whilst attending their duties, unless their Duty Unit permits otherwise.
1076May issue traffic citations.
1077May conduct arrests.
1078May file a warrant with permission from a Police Officer III+. Said warrant must also be reviewed by the Police Officer III+ granting permission.
1079Must wear the Standard Duty Uniform (reference 1.5.2, 1.5.3) whilst attending their duties, unless their Duty Unit permits otherwise.
1080May equip the Lightweight Riot Uniform (reference 1.5.3/7) with permission from a Police Sergeant I.
1081
1082
1083Logo 3.3 - Equipment, Weapons and Firearms
10843.3.1 EQUIPMENT, WEAPONS AND FIREARMS DEFINED
1085Police Officers are assigned and have access to a variety of weapons and equipment to be used if necessary in accordance with Force Guidelines. The following equipment should be within reach if an officer requires use of them at any time whilst on duty.
10863.3.2 EQUIPMENT AND ACCESSORIES
10873.3.2/1 - Utility Belt
1088The Utility Belt fits around the waist and through your belt loopholes and is specially designed to be within close reach and easily accessible whenever needed. The Utility Belt can also be easily modified for add-ons, such as ammunition/magazine pouches, a pepper spray pouch, a radio pouch, and so on.
10893.3.2/2 - Sidearm Holster
1090The Sidearm Holster enables you to secure your SIW. The Sidearm Holster is specifically designed so that the user is able to unholster and arm themselves quickly. The Sidearm Holster is also specifically designed so that only the user can unholster the firearm, which minimizes the risk of another individual attempting to gain access to it.
10913.3.2/3 - Handcuffs
1092SMITH AND WESSON M100-1: SHOW
1093The Handcuffs are Smith and Wesson M100-1's that have the double locking feature. The handcuffs are carbon steel, it provides strength and the nickel plating creates a corrosion resistant surface. It provides twenty-two locking positions, virtually fitting on large and smaller wrist.
10943.3.2/4 - Flash light
1095The Flashlight emits a high powered LED light which enables the officer to use it at moderate distances to illuminate a target in dim or no light, such as inside a building or at night.
10963.3.2/5 - Kevlar Vest
1097The Kevlar Vest provides added protection from projectiles which hit the chest and/or abdomen region of the body. This region is where the vast majority of your vital organs, such as your heart, lungs and so forth, are found and the Kevlar Vest's aims are to protect these organs and to prevent injury or death.
10983.3.2/6 - Department Issued Cellphone
1099The department issued cellphone is given to every officer to be used while they are on duty. The phone may be used to communicate for any reason relevant to conducting police work. The department issued phone must be carried at all times while on duty and may not be turned off.
1100(( When calling someone on their work phone, make sure to notify them OOCly that it's their work phone being called. If sending messages (texts or other apps) include the prefix [PD] in front of the message. ))
11013.3.3 FIREARMS
11023.3.3/1 - Pistol / SIW
1103The Pistol (referred to as Standard Issue Weapon (SIW) herein) may be chosen from the authorized handgun list of 3.4.1/1.. It permits stopping power and accuracy at short, moderate and long distances which makes it a universal firearm for the vast majority of situations involving an officer's firearm. The SIW should be holstered in an officer's Sidearm Holster (reference 3.3.2/2) with the safety lock applied when not in use. All officers must carry their SIW at all times whilst on duty.
11043.3.3/2 - Shotgun
1105The pump-action Shotgun is best used for short and close quarters combat, such as in corridors or houses, and can also be used to breach property as well as suppress. The Shotgun can be found and should be at all times in the trunk, secured in the trunk Gun Cage or alternatively in the front gun cage between the driver and front passenger.
11063.3.3/3 - Automatic Rifle
1107The Automatic Rifle is a rifle with a thirty round magazine and iron sights which combines stopping power, accuracy at all ranges, and rapid fire to provide cover and suppress a wide area. The Automatic Rifle can be found and should be at all times in the trunk, secured in the trunk Gun Cage or alternatively in the front gun cage between the driver and front passenger. This firearm will only be accessible to officers who have obtained the Urban Patrol Rifle Certification and members of the Metropolitan Division.
11083.3.4 NON-LETHAL WEAPONS
11093.3.4/1 - Baton
1110The Baton, or Nightstick, is a piece of equipment made of strong material used for personal defence, gain compliance and rioting. Officer's may choose, to their personal preference, either of the following departmental authorised Batons;
1111- Side handle baton.
1112- ASP extendible baton.
1113
1114Usage of the Baton
1115The department issued baton is a less lethal option in order to gain compliance from a violent subject or larger groups of violent individuals. Where force is necessary, an officer should use the baton if lesser methods such as verbal commands are not feasible, have failed, or would be obviously futile or otherwise inappropriate. The baton is the preferred weapon when dealing with subjects in close quarters or incidents. Baton strikes should be aimed at body limbs such as the upper thighs, the upper arm, the hip and the lower legs. At no point in time should the baton be used to strike a subject's head, neck, solar plexus, or spine area, as it may inflict serious bodily injury, shock or death.
11163.3.4/2 - Taser
1117The Taser is a yellow device, consisting of the device itself and probes. Once the device is fired at a suspect within 10 meters the darts will penetrate their skin and will administer an electric shock of up to 50,000 volts until the trigger of the taser is released (up to 5 seconds) and causes temporary paralysis. The only taser used and authorized by the department is the X26.
1118
1119Usage of the Taser 
1120The taser is usually used against fleeing subjects, who are eluding apprehension in which there are no other feasible non-lethal courses of action to halt the subject. It is also used against subjects who are violent or are physically resistant. The taser should not be deployed in crowded areas unless explicitly directed by a supervisor. The standard X26, department-issued taser delivers 50,000 volts and causes neuromuscular incapacitation (NMI), in other words, causing muscles to cramp up, hindering any further movements as long as the taser is active. Verbal and visual warnings should be given prior to the deployment of a taser unless it would endanger the safety of officers or when it is impractical due to the circumstances. This is to allow subjects the opportunity to voluntarily comply. A verbal warning (if feasible) must also be given to inform other officers that a taser is being deployed. Officers deploying a taser should inform of the deployment by verbally announcing "TASER! TASER!" prior to deployment. Officers should remain aware that the taser probes will remain in the subject's body until removed. Removing taser probes may take some force and will cause light bleeding that will quickly cease.
1121
11223.3.4/3 - Less-lethal Shotgun (LLS)
1123The Less-Lethal Shotgun, is made to fire beanbag shells from a Remington 870. This less-lethal ammunition may only be fored from a less-lethal Shotgun, which is marked by a green coloring on the shotgun's stock and forend.
1124
1125Usage of the Less-lethal Shotgun
1126If the suspect is not wielding a firearm.
1127If you are part of the Metropolitan Division, you may utilize the Less Lethal Shotgun in situations where the suspect is armed following guidelines set in the Metropolitan Division Manual.
1128You are allowed to use the Less lethal Shotgun against suspects on any two-wheeled vehicle (bicycles, motorbikes) as long as the speed at which the suspect is travelling will not induce severe bodily harm when neutralized.
1129You can only use the Less Lethal Shotgun outside a 6 meter radius from the suspect and may only aim for the suspect's torso or legs, as at closer range or when aiming for other areas of the body it may cause grievous bodily harm.
11303.3.5 VEHICLE LOADOUT
11313.3.5/1 - Front Gun Rack:
1132- 2x Weapon slots (Max two firearms)
1133- 2x Less Lethal Shotgun
11343.3.5/2 - Dashboard:
1135- 1x Mounted Radio Set
1136- Front-facing Dashcam
1137- Mobile Data Computer (MDC)
11383.3.5/4 - Glovebox:
1139- Backup ammunition for SIW
1140- 1x Traffic Citation Book
1141- 1x Copy of Penal Code
1142- 1x Set of assorted miranda warning flashcards (multiple languages)
1143- 2x Spare Handcuffs
1144- 5x Zipties (if metro deployed)
11453.3.5/5 - Trunk:
1146- 10 Evidence Bags, large
1147- 20 Evidence Bags, small
1148- 2x Department Issue Raincoat
1149- 2x Tactical Vests (Vests can also be kept under front seats)
1150- 1x Small Emergency Fire Extinguisher
1151- 1x Spare Flashlight + Batteries
1152- 1x First Aid Kit
1153- 1x Breathalyzer 
1154- 1x Narcotics Field Testing Kit
1155- 1x Department Authorised Shotgun
1156- 1x Department Authorised Automatic Rifle (only if requirements met)
1157- 1x Spitmask
1158- Traffic control equipment
11593.3.5/6 - Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR):
1160- Some Vehicles are equipped with this device. 
1161(Reference - Vehicles with a red square on the picture.)
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1170Re: Volume III - Rules and Regulations
1171Post  by Police Department » Sun Dec 03, 2017 1:25 pm
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1173Logo 3.4 - Authorized Weapons and Firearms
11743.4.1 AUTHORIZED WEAPONS AND FIREARMS DEFINED
1175The Department only permits select few weapons and firearms to be used by sworn officers whilst on duty due to departmental budget restrictions. Personal firearms may not be used while on-duty. Within this section, all allowed firearms will be highlighted, including key information about the usage of the firearms.
11763.4.1 AUTHORIZED FIREARMS
11773.4.1/1 - Authorized Handguns
1178Beretta 92FS, 9mm
1179Beretta 92F, 9mm
1180Beretta 8045F, .45 caliber
1181Glock 17, 9mm
1182Glock 19, 9mm
1183Glock 21 .45 caliber
1184Glock 22 .40 caliber
1185Glock 23, .40 caliber
1186Glock 26, 9mm
1187Glock 27, .40 caliber
1188Glock 30, .45 caliber
1189Glock 36, .45 caliber
1190Smith & Wesson, model 4506 .45 caliber
1191Smith & Wesson, model 4566 .45 caliber
1192Smith & Wesson, model 4516 .45 caliber
1193Smith & Wesson, model 3914 9mm
1194Smith & Wesson, model 3913 9mm
1195Smith & Wesson, model 4567 .45 caliber
1196Kimber Custom II SWAT - Metropolitan Division only (SWAT)
11973.4.1/2 - Authorized Shotguns
1198Remington 870
1199Remington Versa Max 
1200Benelli M4 (Bullpup) - Metropolitan Division only
12013.4.1/3 - Authorized Submachine guns
1202Heckler & Koch Submachine MP5 - Metropolitan Division only
1203Heckler & Koch UMP9 - Metropolitan Division only
1204SIG Sauer MPX - Metropolitan Division only
1205FN P90 - Metropolitan Division only
12063.4.1/4 - Authorized Rifles
1207Colt M4 - Urban Patrol Certification
1208Smith & Wesson M&P 15T Rifle - Urban Patrol Certification
1209Colt AR-15 - Urban Patrol Certification
1210Colt 6920 Rifle - Urban Patrol Certification
1211Bushmaster BCW A3F-16D Rifle - Urban Patrol Certification
1212Bushmaster BCW A3F-16 - Urban Patrol Certification
1213FN SCAR-L - Metropolitan Division only
1214Heckler & Koch, 416D caliber 5.56 mm - Metropolitan Division only
12153.4.1/5 - Authorized Marksman Rifles
1216Remington 700P - Metropolitan Division only
1217Springfield Armory M1A - Metropolitan Division only
1218Barrett M82 - Metropolitan Division only
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1221Logo 3.5 - Off Duty Restrictions
12223.5.1 OFF DUTY RESTRICTIONS DEFINED
1223Police Officers when off duty are classed as civilians unless the Officer identifies themselves as a Law Enforcement Officer and/or has their badge visible.
12243.5.2 OFF DUTY RESTRICTIONS LISTED
1225The following list constitutes as Off Duty Restrictions;
1226- Off Duty Police Officers may carry their police badge but must have it concealed at all times.
1227- Off Duty Police Officers may carry a concealed handgun as they receive their Law Enforcement Officer License at this rank through the Law Enforcement Officer Licensing System. They are subject to the full guidelines as detailed in the Law Enforcement Officer License section of the Licensing Desk.
1228- Off Duty Police Officers may NOT respond to 911 calls.
1229- Off Duty Police Officers may NOT conduct an arrest, however they are able to detain a suspect until an officer arrives on scene. The Officer must identify themselves as a Law Enforcement Officer prior to engaging in detaining the suspect, and may use their police issued cuffs to aid them.
1230- Off Duty Police Officers may not act as security guards, security, bouncers or other forms of jobs related to enforcing clubs, bars, strip clubs, etc. This is to prevent conflicts of interest with your duty as a police officer.
1231- (( Off Duty Police Officers may not use TeamSpeak to communicate under any circumstances. ))
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1233Logo 3.6 - MDC Rules & Regulations
12343.6.1 MDC RULES & REGULATIONS DEFINED
1235These are the rules and regulations that must be followed by Police Officers when utilizing the MDC.
12363.6.2 MDC ARREST PROCEDURE
1237An officer must fill out paperwork on the MDC before conducting an arrest. The officer must first consider the charges of the suspect before filling out the paperwork.
1238
1239If the suspect is to be charged with any misdemeanor charges, then the officer must create a new record on the suspect's file by pressing the button reading "Create Record". Afterwards, they must change the "Type" to "Misdemeanor". The status must be set to "Closed" and the "Confidential Level" must be left as "All Officers". The remark must contain whether the charge is from the penal code or vehicle code, and the title of the charge as well as the section.
1240
1241If the suspect is to be charged with any felony charges, then the officer must create a new record on the suspect's file by pressing the button reading "Create Record". Afterwards, they must change the "Type" to "Felony". The status must be set to "Closed" and the "Confidential Level" must be left as "All Officers".
1242
1243The "Report" section for both the misdemeanor and felony records should be a copy of the remark. All charges must be separated remarks. For example: If someone is arrested for 3 different things, there should be 3 entries, no matter if they are misdemeanors or felonies.
1244
1245The officer should then fill out an arrest report after filing all the charges. In order to file an arrest report, the officer must create a new record by pressing the button reading "Create Record". Afterwards, they must change the "Type" to "Arrest Report". The status must be set to "Closed" and the "Confidential Level" must be left as "All Officers". The remark must contain the IDs of the misdemeanor and felony records. These IDs can be seen on the left of the records on the suspect's record file and they consist of four numbers. An example of a remark should be as follows: "Arrest Report for #3421, #3422".
1246If all the IDs are consecutive, and it's more than 3 entries, (Example: 100 101 102 103 104) you can just write "Arrest Report for #100-104")
1247
1248The "Report" section for the arrest report should continue the narrative of the arrest report. This narrative must be in third person. It must also contain the callsign of the unit that is filling out the arrest report as well as the full names of the officers who are on the callsign and the full name of the suspect. It should also contain the date and time of the incident. All of the aforementioned details should be mentioned at the very beginning of the arrest report. Then, the narrative should be written containing all the important details and reasoning for the charges that have been placed on the suspect. Finally, any evidence should be placed at the end of the report.
12493.6.3 MDC TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS PROCEDURE
1250An officer must fill out paperwork on the MDC after they issue any citations or driver warnings or license suspensions.
1251
1252When an officer issues a ticket due to a traffic violation, they should create a new record on the driver's file. They should set the "Type" to "Traffic Violation" and the status to "Closed". The report must contain the reasoning for the issuing of each ticket as well as any evidence. The report should also contain if the officer issued any driver warnings, and if so, how many were issued.
1253
1254If an officer suspends someone's driver's license, they must create a new record. The "Type" should be set to "Traffic Violation" and the status should be set to "Closed". The remark must contain the date when the license was suspended, and the date when the suspension ends. The report must contain an explanation for the suspension of the license. An example of a remark would be: "Driver's License Suspended from 08/AUG/2018 15:00 to 11/AUG/2018 15:00".
12553.6.4 MDC NATURAL PROTECTION ACT
1256An officer must fill out paperwork on the MDC after they issue any citations regarding the Natural Protection Act.
1257
1258When an officer issues a ticket due to someone violating the natural protection act, they should create a new record on the violator's file. They should set the "Type" to "Important Information" and the status to "Closed". The remark must be as follows: "Natural Resources Protection Act - Infraction". The report should contain the reasoning for the issuing of the ticket, any evidence as well as the value of the ticket issued.
1259
1260If the officer also plans to arrest the violator for the natural protection act, then they must create a new record on the violator's file. They should set the "Type" to "Felony" and the status to "Closed". The remark must be as follows: "Violation Of The Natural Resources Protection Act". The report for this record should be a copy of the remark, and then a separate arrest report has to be filed as normal.
1261
1262
1263Logo (( 3.7 - Out of Character Corruption Rules ))
12643.7.1 OUT OF CHARACTER CORRUPTION RULES DEFINED
1265Out of Character Corruption Rules provide a clear set of permitted types of corruption which the Los Santos Police Department agrees is acceptable and/or within proper roleplaying means. This includes the possession of any and all degrees of contraband, as listed in the Out of Character Retention Rules.
1266
1267Faction members must showcase good character development behind their actions. Roleplaying corruption just because "You can" will be considered sub-par roleplay and lead to removal.
1268
1269No Police Officer Is may roleplay being corrupt under any circumstance. 
1270
1271No member of the STAFF team is to commit any form of corruption unless permitted by the Head of Legal Factions. In addition, if a member of the STAFF team is to request such a permission he must notify the Chief of Police beforehand.
12723.7.2 OUT OF CHARACTER CORRUPTION RULES LISTED
1273The following types of out of character corruption are permitted:
1274- Moderate brutality (aggressive use of force, over use of force).
1275- Witnessing an infraction, misdemeanor or certain felony and failing to report it. (Certain felonies cannot be ignored, list provided below in 3.7.3)
1276- Substance abuse (Officers role-playing drug usage can be in possession of no more than 50 GRAMS).
1277- Racism (to a minor degree).
1278Officers may NOT deliberately do any other type of Character corruption without Chief Of Police written permission.
1279
12803.7.3 OUT OF CHARACTER CORRUPTION RETENTION RULES LISTED
1281Officers may NOT deliberately commit any felonies unless permission from Legal Faction Management has been granted and the Chief Of Police has been notified.
1282Officers may NOT witness the following felonies and fail to report them:
1283- Murder (Any degree)
1284- Attempted Murder (first or second degree)
1285- Manslaughter (Voluntary, Vehicular, or Involuntary)
1286- Mayhem
1287- Torture 
1288- Kidnap
1289- Human Trafficking
1290- Sexual Assault
1291- Rape/Statutory Rape
1292- Prostitution / Pandering
1293- False Personation 
1294- Extortion
1295- Terrorism/Treason
1296- Any crime involving Destructive Devices
1297- Any crime under "TITLE 6 - CRIMES AGAINST STATE DEPENDENTS"
1298- Eluding A Peace Officer
1299Breaking any of the rules under 3.7.3 is met with a TERMINATION.
1300Faction members may NEVER leak any information regarding the faction whether it be In-Character or Out of Character. Staff Officer permission will never be authorized for this. Leaking information regarding the faction (especially METRO/DB materials) will result in a PERMANENT faction ban and will be forwarded to the server administration team.
1301The use of the MDC in order to aid your alt-character and/or any other OOC usage meant to aid individuals outside the faction will result in a termination and a PERMANENT faction ban and will be forwarded to the server administration team.
1302
1303
1304Logo (( 3.8 - Teamspeak Rules and Regulations))
13053.8.1 TEAMSPEAK RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFINED
1306The Los Santos Police Department is allowed to use the VoIP (Voice over IP) program Teamspeak to act as a realistic means of communication via radio in large scale and emergency situations.
13073.8.2 TEAMSPEAK SERVERS
1308The Los Santos Police Department has a primary Teamspeak server used for all Teamspeak communication:
1309
1310Primary Server
1311Server Address: ts.gta.world
1312Server Password: N/A
13133.8.3 TEAMSPEAK RULES AND REGULATIONS
1314Faction members must adhere the following Teamspeak Rules and Regulations listed below:
1315Faction members who are on duty MUST possess and be able to USE a WORKING microphone.
1316Faction members who are on duty MUST be in an LSPD Duty Channel.
1317Faction members who are on duty MUST have at LEAST their in-game lastname in their Teamspeak username.
1318Faction members MUST NOT spam or abuse Teamspeak.
1319Faction members MUST NOT record other members voice without permissions from those, unless they are streaming and using the STREAM tag.
1320Faction members MUST NOT use a voice changer on Teamspeak.
1321Faction members MUST NOT use a VPN or any means to mask their IP address or country on Teamspeak.
1322Faction members CANNOT USE Central when Off Duty.
1323Faction members MUST NOT have inappropriate avatars (such as, and not limited to, nudity/provocative pictures).
1324((Officers are not allowed to be in on duty channels while roleplaying on a character that is not their LSPD character.))
1325Faction members are required to have their full rank, full name and badge number in their teamspeak description: Police Officer I John Doe (1251), an OOC name is optional which should have the following format: Police Officer I John Doe (1251) - Jonny. Any other attributions are not allowed in your description.
13263.8.4 TEAMSPEAK AND GTA:World SERVER RULES
13273.8.4/1 - Teamspeak acts as a type of in-character communication in the form of a police radio. There are two circumstances when Teamspeak may be used instead of the in-game radio. Every effort should be made to use the in-game radio when possible.
13283.8.4/2 - Central
1329Central is IN CHARACTER and MUST ONLY be used to call in active emergency situations when you would realistically be able to make your transmission, but unable to because you are moving or actively shooting and typing would unrealistically disadvantage your character. This includes but is not limited to vehicle pursuits, foot pursuits, and active shootings. Central may also be used by supervisors for the purpose of situation management during large scale situations.
1330
1331The rule of thumb when it comes to transmitting is, if you’re reasonably able to type out the situation over the radio in-game without putting yourself at an unrealistic disadvantage (e.g. stopping to type in the middle of a shootout) then you should not use central.
13323.8.4/3 - Tactical (TAC) Channels
1333TAC Channels are IN CHARACTER and MUST ONLY be used to update in active emergency situations when you would realistically be able to make your transmission, but unable due to being moving or otherwise occupied, including but not limited to vehicle pursuits, foot pursuits, and active shootings.
13343.8.4/4 - Duty Channels
1335Duty Channels are OUT OF CHARACTER and cannot be used to communicate with your partner or any other person in character. This includes all callsign specific channels.
13363.8.5 TEAMSPEAK USERNAMES AND DISPLAYING CALLSIGNS
1337Faction members must correctly set their Teamspeak Username for the purposes of efficiency, professionalism and consistency.
1338
1339On duty faction members MUST set their username to contain their FULL CALLSIGN and at least their IN-GAME LAST NAME in their Teamspeak username when in the Duty Channels. Those who wish to add an out-of-character nickname to their Teamspeak username may do so, but must still keep their last name in brackets after their out-of-character nickname. You may not add any additional icons, symbols, letters, or numbers to your last name (eg. @ instead of a).
1340
1341Off duty faction members may remain in Teamspeak but MUST place [OFF] at the start of their Teamspeak username.
1342
1343The following is a list of examples for Police Officer III John Doe with the out-of-character nickname DSB:
1344
1345CORRECT
1346[2-ADAM-1] Doe / [2-ADAM-1] John Doe / [2-ADAM-1] JD (Doe) / [2-ADAM-1] J. Doe
1347
1348INCORRECT
1349[2-ADAM-1] JD / [2-ADAM-1] Doe (JD) / [2-ADAM-1] JD (doe) / [2-ADAM-1] JD (D0e) / [2-ADAM-1] Johnny Doeboy
13503.8.6 TEAMSPEAK SETUP
13513.8.6/1 - Teamspeak Central Keybind
1352Open Teamspeak and navigate your way to 'Tools > Whisper Lists'.
1353Create one new Whisper List, setting a hotkey of your choice.
1354Set the 'Whisper To:' field to 'Groups', which should show two further fields.
1355Set the 'Group Whisper Type:' field to 'All Clients'.
1356Set the 'Group Whisper Target:' field to 'Complete Channel Family'.
1357Once the above have been set, you can click OK and your central keybind should now be operational.
1358SPOILER: SHOW
1359This binding should be set to a key you do not often press, as it causes a notification sound to the entire channel family when used.
1360Do not speak into central outside of the duty channels, as it will broadcast to the wrong users (for example, pressing it in the offices will broadcast to all users in the offices).
13613.8.6/2 - Teamspeak 'Switch to TAC Channel' Keybinds
1362Open Teamspeak and navigate your way to 'Settings > Options'.
1363Select the Hotkeys tab in the left menu bar.
1364Click the right 'Add' button, and now you must select which keybind you wish to use (e.g. num pad 1, num pad 2, num pad 3, etc)
1365Select the 'Show Advanced Actions' and expand 'Switch to Channel > Switch to Channel > Control Room/TACTICALS/Citywide TAC 1 > on Current Server', or search for 'TAC 1'.
1366You are now able to click 'OK' and your new Switch to TAC Channel keybind will appear in the right box.
1367Finally, complete the same steps for 'TAC 2, TAC 3 & TAC 4'.
1368SPOILER: SHOW
1369Optionally, you can use this method to assign hotkeys to switch back to your respective call sign channel, but these bindings will need to be updated manually each time to reflect your call sign as it changes.
13703.8.6/3 - Teamspeak 'Switch to Last Channel' Keybind (Optional)
1371Open Teamspeak and navigate your way to 'Settings > Options'.
1372Select the Hotkeys tab in the left menu bar.
1373Click the right 'Add' button, and now you must select which keybind you wish to use (e.g. num pad 1, num pad 2, num pad 3, etc)
1374Select the 'Show Advanced Actions' and expand 'Switch to Channel > Switch to Last Visited Channel', or search for 'Last'.
1375You are now able to click 'OK' and your new Switch to Last Channel keybind will appear in the right box.
1376SPOILER: SHOW
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1379Volume IV - Procedures and Protocols
1380Post  by Police Department » Sun Dec 03, 2017 11:32 am
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1382
1383VOLUME IV
1384Procedures and Protocols
1385
1386Volume IV, Procedures and Protocols ensures officers work within set procedures and protocols to maximize Officer safety and efficiency in the course of their duties while remaining within the scope of the law.
1387
1388Logo 4.1 - Use of Force Guidelines
13894.1.1 USE OF FORCE GUIDELINES DEFINED
1390The use of force guidelines, must be adhered to at all times whilst an Officer is attending their duties, and which primary aim of force guidelines, to permit Officers to apply force to gain compliance over a non compliant individual, while also only using the appropriate amount of force required. The levels of force are not only sequential in the sense that an officer must make use of each level of force before moving onto the next one every time. An officer may skip the different levels of force dependent on the situation but it is crucial that the correct level of force is used.
13914.1.2 LEVELS OF FORCE
1392Officer Presence
1393Verbal Commands
1394"Empty Hands"
1395Less-Lethal Force
1396Lethal Force
13974.1.3 OFFICER PRESENCE DEFINED
13984.1.3/1 - Officer Presence is the first level of force displayed and is first of two types of force that does not involve physical actions against the person whom force is being used on. At this level there is no opportunity to cause physical injury as this is a type of force that an officer will typically carry out on a daily basis while conducting their duties. The primary purpose behind this level of force is prevention as the presence of an officer will in most cases deter criminal activity from initiating or halt criminal activity if it is already in progress.
1399
14004.1.3/2 - With this type of force, only the officers physical presence is needed. Typically no equipment should be in use or un-holstered by an officer but in some cases this may be necessary dependent on the situation.
14014.1.4 VERBAL COMMANDS DEFINED
1402Verbal Commands are a step up from officer presence as officer presence must already be established for this level of force (and the following ones) to be enacted. This is the second and last type of force that does not involve physical actions against the person whom force is being used on. Verbal Commands may differ depending on the situation from polite and friendly requests to blunt and brief instruction. An officer's tone and volume is crucial as it can mean the difference from a request to an instruction or order.
14034.1.5 EMPTY HANDS DEFINED
14044.1.5/1 - Empty Hands is the next level of force that will require physical actions. There are two different types of force in regards to empty hands which are herein referred to as "Soft Hands" or "Hard Hands". At this level of force and those that follow it is extremely important that an officer ensure that the circumstance is appropriate for the type of force they intend to use as there is risk of injury and/or loss of life for both the officer and the person whom force is being used on.
1405
14064.1.5/2 - "Soft Hands" is by definition the more gentle type of force in comparison to "Hard Hands" as the risk of injury on both sides is lower. This type of force is used to gain compliance of an individual that is a potential threat or moderately resisting to the point that verbal commands have either not worked or are deemed to be inappropriate for the situation. This type of force includes grapples, joint-locks, or restraining a compliant and non-resisting suspect.
1407
14084.1.5/3 - "Hard Hands" is the more aggressive type of force in compared to "Soft Hands" but circumstances may call for this type of force over "Soft Hands". At this level of force the risk of injury on both sides is much greater compared to the previous levels of force. Hard Hands involves punches, kicks, or a greater use of physical force to restrain a suspect. The circumstances for when "Hard Hands" should be used are essentially the same for circumstances which require Non-Lethal Force. "Hard Hands" should typically be used if an officer is unable to use their non-lethal equipment or the circumstance for it isn't appropriate.
14094.1.6 LESS-LETHAL FORCE DEFINED
14104.1.6/1 - Less-lethal force is the next level that will begin requiring usage of police equipment. Less-lethal force does come with an increased risk of injury or death than "Empty Hands" however it also results in a lower risk of injury for the officer using force due to the usage of equipment. This type of force is versatile and can be used effectively by officers for almost all types of situations (bar those requiring Lethal Force) but just because they can be used for almost all types of situations doesn't mean they should. This level of force is used against suspects who have not yet committed an action that would require lethal force but are still actively resisting police apprehension.
1411
14124.1.6/2 - The types of Non-Lethal Force are listed below:
1413- Blunt: This refers to the baton or nightstick.
1414- Conducted Electric Devices (CEDs) - This refers to tasers.
1415- Less Lethal Shotgun (LLS) - This refers to the Beanbag Shotgun;
1416
14174.1.6/3 - Less-Lethal Force on Groups:
1418In situations where officers are facing a large number of aggressive subjects, but lethal force is not appropriate, officers may wish to utilize their baton in combination with other methods of apprehension such as the less than lethal shotgun or tear gas grenades (tear gas and less than lethal shotgun must be granted by a Sergeant+). In these situations, officers should be mindful that if they are outnumbered, the baton may not be appropriate as it can be taken and used against you as a weapon.
1419
14204.1.6/3/2 - Baton Guidelines
1421When utilizing the baton, officers should be aware that the baton can be considered a less than lethal use of force, but also a lethal use of force. This depends on where, and how you strike the offender. Keeping in mind guidance provided by section 4.1.1, baton strikes are composed into three main zones:
1422
1423Green zones - these are areas where there is likely to be minimal long-term damage. This includes major muscle groups such as the thigh. Strikes to green zones may cause temporary muscle failure, causing the offender to collapse or give up, however these strikes may not work in a situation where the offender is high on drugs or in such a mental state that they are resiliant to pain. Paramedics should be called as soon as possible as ABD, or acute behavior disorder is potentially lethal.
1424
1425Orange zones - these are areas where impact is likely to cause long-term injury or serious injury to the subject. This includes joints and limbs.
1426
1427Red zones - these are areas where a strike is likely to cause serious long-term injury or death. This includes the head, neck, spine and solar plexus.
1428
1429Officers should refer to the following image: 
1430
1431
1432
14334.1.6/4 - Utilizing lethal force on a suspect instead of less-lethal force is extremely risky as the officer may be faced with criminal charges.
1434While not every circumstance can be listed officers should not resort to lethal force instead of using less-lethal force unless a suspect is an active threat or potential threat to life and officers are not in a position to use less-lethal force or the circumstance is inappropriate.
1435
14364.1.6/5 - Less-lethal force such as CED should never be used on armed suspects, since it is extremely risky to the Officers and Civilians surrounding the area.
14374.1.7 LETHAL FORCE DEFINED
14384.1.7/1 - Lethal Force is used for the purpose to incapacitate or kill an individual who is an active threat or potential threat to life, but should only be used after all other levels of force are ineffective or inappropriate to use.
1439
14404.1.7/2 - Lethal Force can be used in the following ways:
1441- Utilizing a firearm with the intent to incapacitate an individual. 
1442- Utilizing a vehicle to incapacitate an individual (e.g. driving into the individual) 
1443
14444.1.7/3 - There are a set number of circumstances when officers are authorised to resort to lethal force to incapacitate a suspect:
1445- If an individual at any point aims a firearm at you.
1446- If an individual at any point suddenly brandishes a firearm during a foot pursuit with an officer.
1447- If a suspect is in the process of attacking another person, with any form of weapon, and the victim's life is clearly at risk (refer to 4.1.6/4 as Non-Lethal Force should be considered first). 
1448- If an individual at any point uses a vehicle with the intent of causing life-threatening damage against you or another person.
1449- If an individual at any point aims a firearm at you (however in the scenario they're aiming at someone else but not firing you should try to identify the person aiming and get an understanding of the situation before firing. If it's a hostage situation then you should do your best to ensure the safety of the suspect without compromising your own life, contact a police supervisor and SWAT to handle the situation).
1450
14514.1.7/4 - Lethal force cannot be used against a vehicle under any circumstance. Opening fire in order to disable the vehicles tires is strictly prohibited.
1452- In the event that the vehicle occupants open fire on police (drive-by shooting) during pursuit, the leading pursuit unit is allowed to return fire until a CHARLES/DAVID unit takes over.
1453- In the event that a shooting occurs between a suspect and an officer, followed by an attempt by the suspect to flee by vehicle, the officers on scene are permitted to open fire on the vehicle in order to disable it.
1454- In the event the fleeing suspect drives through populated areas and close to pedestrians more aggressive vehicle maneuvers (PIT, aggressive rolling roadblocks) must be used before considering use of deadly force.
1455- In the event the fleeing suspect strikes down a pedestrian, lethal force can be authorized by the supervising unit.
1456
1457
14584.1.7/5 - Less-lethal Shotgun (LLS)
1459The Less-Lethal Shotgun, is made to fire beanbag shells from a Remington 870. This less-lethal ammunition may only be fored from a less-lethal Shotgun, which is marked by a green coloring on the shotgun's stock and forend.
1460
1461Usage of the Less-lethal Shotgun
1462If the suspect is not wielding a firearm.
1463If you are part of the Metropolitan Division, you may utilize the Less Lethal Shotgun in situations where the suspect is armed following guidelines set in the Metropolitan Division Manual.
1464You are allowed to use the Less lethal Shotgun against suspects on any two-wheeled vehicle (bicycles, motorbikes) as long as the speed at which the suspect is travelling will not induce severe bodily harm when neutralized.
1465You can only use the Less Lethal Shotgun outside a 6 meter radius from the suspect and may only aim for the suspect's torso or legs, as at closer range or when aiming for other areas of the body it may cause grievous bodily harm.
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1468Logo 4.2 - Radio Procedures
14694.2.1 RADIO PROCEDURES DEFINED
1470Radio Procedures demonstrates the full and proper usage of the radio.
14714.2.2 RADIO PROCEDURES
14724.2.2/1 - Radio Transmissions should be of reasonable length. All transmissions should begin with the unit identifying itself on the radio, by saying their full unit name such as (2-LINCOLN-3) followed by their message. If an officer is not using a unit and thus has no callsign they must use their badge number at the start of their transmission.
14734.2.2/2 - It is crucial that if an officer is in a dire, life threatening situation, that they give the most accurate and important information before providing further details. A bad example of a transmission in a dire situation would be ''Shots fired, TAC 1.'' In the scenario they're unable to respond due to sustaining serious injury, the bad transmission would mean backup units would have to search for the location of the call and the location of that unit thus greatly delaying their arrival.
14744.2.2/3 - All BOLO (Be on the look out) transmissions by police officers should be transmitted over the departmental radio frequency (reference LSPDM 4.5), unless they have a specific reason not to do so.
14754.2.2/4 - All Communications done through radio have to follow the Code of Conduct, when it comes to, Courtesy, Professionalism and Respect.
14764.2.3 TRANSMISSION FORMATS AND USAGE
14774.2.3/1 - All transmissions must fit the following format:
1478Format: Area number (e.g. Mission Row is Area 2) - Unit function (e.g. LINCOLN) - Unit number (e.g. 3)
1479Example: 2-LINCOLN-3, clear from Mission Row Station.
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1481Logo 4.3 - Radio Codes and Terminology
14824.3.1 RADIO CODES AND TERMINOLOGY DEFINED
1483Radio Terminology must be used with radio transmissions to ensure efficient radio transmissions.
14844.3.2 RADIO CODES
1485
14864.3.2.1 Situational Codes
1487Code 0 - Urgent Assistance required. Code 0 is the most urgent request for assistance and all units shall respond to a Code 0 regardless of the circumstance unless there is an active threat to life which can not be deferred (e.g. an active shootout which an officer happens to come across that is unrelated to the Code 0).
1488
1489Code 1 - Acknowledge Call/Respond Over Radio.
1490
1491Code 2 - Standard Request for Assistance. Code 2 does not permit for the usage of lights and sirens is used to request for an additional unit for a non-emergency situation.
1492
1493Code 3 - Emergency Request for Assistance. Code 3 does permit for the usage of lights and sirens and is used to request for backup for an emergency situation.
1494
1495Code 4 - No additional units required.
1496
1497Code 5 - Stakeout in progress at a location (units to advise not to blow cover in specified location).
1498
1499Code 6 - Unit is stationary at a location (a location must be stated with this code).
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1501Code 7 - Unit is on break (location can be stated as well).
1502
1503Code 10 - An order directed at one or more persons to stop transmitting via radio. Clear frequency for Crime Broadcast.
1504
1505Code 37 - Vehicle is Reported Stolen.
15064.3.3 RADIO TERMINOLOGY
1507Start of Watch - Radio code signifying that a sworn law enforcement officer within the Los Santos Police Department is going on duty. It is to be used in combination with the officer's assigned badge number.
1508
1509End of Watch - Radio code signifying that a sworn law enforcement officer within the Los Santos Police Department is going off duty. It is to be used in combination with the officer's assigned badge number.
1510
1511Officer needs Help (CODE 3) - This back-up request must be made when a unit needs immediate assistance for a life-threatening situation or an incident that requires immediate aid because of serious bodily-injury, death or a serious threat to public safety is imminent. This is essentially an elevated Code 3 request as more units are being requested but the situation is not dire enough to warrant a Code 0.
1512
1513Clearing - When an officer is leaving from a situation or scene they shall announce that they are clear from the location. An officer who calls themselves clear is available for requests.
1514
1515Vehicle Pursuit - When a unit is engaged in a pursuit, they must begin the message by stating their unit call-sign and that they are in a 'Vehicle Pursuit', alongside vehicle description, suspect descriptions, location, and the reason for the pursuit (i.e. what charges are being sought on the suspect).
1516
1517Foot Pursuit - When a unit is engaged in a foot pursuit, they must begin the message by stating call-sign and that they are in a 'Foot Pursuit, followed by a general description of the suspect (such as their race, clothing, and noticeable features), location, direction of travel, and reason for the pursuit (i.e. what charges are being sought on the suspect).
1518
1519Traffic Stop - When a unit is conducting a traffic stop, they must begin the message by stating that they are conducting a 'Traffic Stop', alongside the name of the driver (if known), vehicle description, and location (the reason for the stop should be included as well if an arrest is being sought such as for misdemeanor charges).
1520
1521Felony Stop - When a unit is conducting a Felony Stop, they must begin the message by stating that they are conducting a 'Felony Stop', alongside the name of the driver (if known), vehicle description, additional suspect descriptions, location, and reason for the stop. 
1522
1523Responding - When a unit is responding to a call or back-up request, the unit must broadcast that they are 'Responding', including their unit identification, whether it's a Code 2 or Code 3 response, and what they are responding to.
1524
1525
1526Logo 4.4 - Panic Alarm ((/PANIC))
15274.4.1 PANIC ALARM DEFINED
1528The Panic Alarm is used to request emergency backup in a situation where an officer is unable to make a radio transmission.
15294.4.2 PANIC ALARM PROCEDURES
15304.4.2/1 - The Panic Alarm button is an orange button located on the top of an officer's radio. An officer who presses this button will transmit an emergency signal which will include officer's location at the time to all officers.
1531
15324.4.2/2 - When a Panic Alarm has been activated all units are expected to respond regardless of the situation unless the officer is dealing with a situation where there is an active threat to life. The Panic Alarm situation will be called off by a supervisor who will call the incident Code 4 when additional units are no longer needed.
1533
1534(( 4.4.3/3 - It is extremely important the panic alarm is roleplayed appropriately by the officer using it to avoid any window of Powergaming. An officer should explain in a emote that they have pressed a button on the radio before doing the command '/panic' else the situation will likely be deemed to have been Powergamed by the officer. ))
1535
1536
1537Logo 4.5 - Departmental Radio Frequency ((/DEP))
15384.5.1 DEPARTMENTAL RADIO FREQUENCY DEFINED
1539The departmental radio frequency is a special frequency used by officers to communicate with other agencies.
15404.5.2 DEPARTMENTAL RADIO FREQUENCY PROCEDURE
15414.5.2/1 - The other agencies which may be communicated with over the departmental radio frequency do not use the exact same codes and terminology as us (for the most part), so remember to use clear and understandable language when requesting anything over the departmental frequency.
1542
15434.5.2/2 - The departmental radio frequency should only be used for professional matters. It should never be used to submit complaints or make inappropriate or unwarranted comments against other state agencies. 
1544
15454.5.2/3 - When an officer is transmitting over the departmental radio frequency officers must:
1546Identify themselves as 'PD' at the start of their transmission and include the agency their transmission is directed at
1547Address the Los Santos City Government as 'CITY'.
1548Address the Los Santos Fire Department as 'LSFD'.
1549State their badge numbers as such 'PD 23131 for CITY'.
1550
15514.5.2/4 - When using the departmental radio for a request that is not meant to inform the other department, such as contacting a specific LSFD unit, an officer should first notify the department by stating the department they are calling from (the LSPD), their badge number, and the department they are contacting. It is important that the officer always provides their badge number so that may be identified by other departments clearly as it maintains the department’s professional image.
1552
15534.5.2/5 - When a transmission is being received over the departmental radio frequency that is not in response to a transmission made by an officer the highest ranking officer on duty must answer. Priority is given to Sergeants over Detectives in case officers of similar rank authority are on duty (e.g. Sergeant I & Detective II).
1554
1555
1556Logo 4.6 - Emergency Response Driving
15574.6.1 EMERGENCY RESPONSE DRIVING DEFINED
1558Emergency backup requests require responding officers to operate their vehicle in a manner that they are able to safely and quickly arrive at the scene of the backup request. 
1559
1560Simply because an officer is using an emergency vehicle with lights and sirens does not excuse them from driving without due regard for the safety of other drivers and other responding officers. Officers who drive in a manner that is hazardous to the public and without due regard for the safety of others may be subject to disciplinary action which can include criminal charges.
15614.6.2 EMERGENCY RESPONSE DRIVING - PROCEDURE
15624.6.2/1 - Emergency response driving requires patience, practice, and ultimately experience to master. Although Law Enforcement has less limitations on roads for emergency driving to enable a swifter response it does not mean that all road laws can be defied.
1563
15644.6.2/2 - Officer's must adhere to the following when responding to an emergency call:
1565- Speed limitations - While officers may go over the speed limits they must do so with extra care. There is a large difference between driving at 60 MPH to 100 MPH to 140 MPH. Officers should account for how much distance of road they have to slow down and should never slam down on the brakes when going at high speeds (especially in harsh weather) but gently slow down by tapping the brakes slightly before slowly depressing them.
1566
1567- White Intersection lines - These lines indicate an intersection and indicate for traffic to stop if there's a stop sign or traffic signal however this is not true for all intersections. Officers should take care to ensure that traffic is yielding.
1568
1569- Traffic signals - These signals indicate traffic to either proceed, slow down and prepare to stop, or stop outright at the signal. Officers may however pass through signals even if it indicates that they should stop however the officers should in nearly all cases slow down at the intersection and use the 'yelp' siren mode before speeding through.
1570
1571- Overtaking - Law Enforcement may overtake traffic that is slow and aware of their presence, or stationary, as long as there is no oncoming traffic or oncoming traffic is pulled over and aware that they are going to overtake.
1572
1573- Turning - Officers should ensure that they they look before turning and to slow down prior to turning. This will allow for the officer to make a sharper turn and avoid under-steering which could result in them having a head on collision with traffic on the oncoming lane. An officer should never use the handbrake for turning unless a sudden stop is needed and the officer is not driving at very high speeds. Using the handbrake can be extremely dangerous if not used correctly.
15744.6.2/3 - Officers should attempt to either stay as close to the median (middle of the road) as possible on their lane of travel or to the most right when responding and not in an active pursuit where they must follow the suspect vehicle. By doing this they allow for traffic to pull towards the middle of the lanes.
15754.6.3 EMERGENCY RESPONSE DRIVING - VARIABLES
15764.6.3/1 - Weather - The weather will affect driving performance on all cars, in Los Santos the most dangerous one for driving is rain. When driving in rain it is important to fully understand and compensate for its effects on a vehicle. In all cases, the roads will become slick and slippery. For example, if an officer were to suddenly floor the vehicle from a standstill in rain the tires will ‘slip’ for a period of time before gaining traction. This could be extremely dangerous as it may result in loss of control. An officer should instead moderately press the gas pedal to get the vehicle moving when in the rain. It might take longer to reach the appropriate speeds for both driving and pursuit driving but it is much safer than simply flooring it.
1577
1578Turning will also be affected in a similar manner. The loss of traction with the road when it's wet will result in some under-steering or over-steering. Officers should account for this and slow down more than they would normally slow down for a turn if the road was dry.
1579
1580Braking will also be affected in the rain and if an officer brakes improperly it may result in extreme injury and/or death. Using the 'cadence' technique will prevent the vehicle from skidding across the roadway. To perform this, simply tap the brake repeatedly and softly instead of slamming it hard. This will keep the wheels from locking and prevent loss of control.
1581
15824.6.3/2 - Rural Driving - Rural driving is better known as "off road driving". Most cruisers are not specialized for driving off-road, although they perform fairly well. To avoid tipping the vehicle or rolling back down the hill officers should approach hills or slopes at an angle when they are attempting to ascend. When descending a hill or slope an officer should slow down at the crest of the hill and then slightly press the gas pedal to roll down the hill; Not doing this may result in driving directly off the hill or slope which will in most cases cause damage to the vehicle and possibly the occupants of the vehicle and potentially others.
1583
1584Steering on dirt, sand, or grass is much more difficult than on asphalt due to the difference in traction so officers should exercise caution.
1585
15864.6.3/3 - Highway Driving - There are no essential tactics for driving on the Highway, but it is important to maintain a fair amount of distance from the suspect (about 4 - 5 car lengths) and not directly follow the suspect's vehicles closely. Should the suspect suddenly make a u-turn, brake, or make a sharp turn off-road the pursuing officer may lose them if the they were driving too close to the vehicle.
15874.6.4 LIGHTS & SIRENS
15884.6.4/1 - All emergency vehicles are equipped with lights and/or sirens that allow an officer to alert pedestrians and other drivers of an emergency vehicle so that they may respond by yielding to the emergency vehicle allowing for the officer to avoid moving around traffic in most cases and thus slowing down response time. Simply having lights and sirens active though does not excuse the officer from driving hazardously.
1589
15904.6.4/2 - Most emergency vehicles are equipped with emergency lights which may be located at different places on the vehicle:
1591- Light-bar - The light-bar is located on the top of most police vehicles. It has the ability to show red, blue, white, and orange lights.
1592- Covert lights - Covert lights are located on the inside of the vehicle around the corners or in the center of the front and back window near the roof of the vehicle. These light-bars have the same ability as the light-bars and may display the same colors but given that they are covert they may not be as easy to spot as the light-bars are.
1593- Miscellaneous Lighting - Miscellaneous lighting can be found on some police vehicles, usually for covert vehicles in addition to the covert lights. These small light bar may be located around the vehicle's grille (front, below the hood).
1594
15954.6.4/3 - All emergency vehicles are equipped with a siren which has a small variety of different noises: 
1596Wail - This will activate by default when the siren is turned on and is intended to be heard in the distance.
1597Yelp - This will only activate if one holds down the siren key, it is intended to be used for those who are closer to the siren. As such it is very useful when attempting to cross a busy intersection. Alternatively the yelp siren can be initiated for short bursts of time without turning on the wail siren (( this can be done by double tapping the siren key )).
1598Air Horn - The air horn is much louder than standard horns found on most vehicles. It is not as loud as the 'yelp' siren mode.
1599
1600Logo 4.7 - Emergency Incidents
16014.7.1 EMERGENCY INCIDENTS DEFINED
1602Emergency incidents include, but are not limited to, responses to crimes in progress, active shooters, foot or vehicle pursuits and any other law enforcement situation where the appropriate guidelines and tactics should be utilized. Although departmental supervisors have the authority to instruct and order the actions of patrol staff during these emergency incidents all officers are responsible for ensuring that they follow the guidelines for these situations properly, that they act coordinated, and that they are able to stay in contact with one another.
16034.7.2 DEPARTMENTAL GUIDELINES FOR SHOOTINGS
16044.7.2/1 - Analysis
1605Before engaging in an active shooter incident, an officer must analyze the situation prior to getting involved. These are in most circumstances, but not all, knowing what types of cover an officer will have, how many active shooters there are, the types of weapon(s) used. An officer should never get involved in a shootout without at least knowing that information. An officer should never try to tackle a shootout alone, even if there is only one suspect an officer should always call out for backup because the situation may change at any time.
1606
1607The patrol vehicle provides some of the best cover available which are the hood, the rear, and the sides of it. An officer should utilize this cover where appropriate when calling for backup (if the officer is the initiating unit or the first unit on scene). 
1608
1609There are certain variables that must be taken into account for shootouts. Details such as the location, description of the active shooter(s) and type(s) of weapon(s) used are vital information. These details will help determine the appropriate response of the units responding to the backup request. In many cases, the type of weapon used, for example, will help in identifying the appropriate services required (i.e. specialized units from the Metropolitan Division). 
1610
1611In summary, an officer should, in addition to the standard transmission procedures, include the following:
1612- The location of the shootout
1613- The description of the suspect(s)
1614- The type(s) of weapon(s) used by the suspect(s) (if it can be determined)
16154.7.2/2 - Initiation/Involvement
1616Officers who get involved in a shootout should have analyzed the situation prior to getting involved, if they can do so. This is especially true if they are the first or the initiating unit on the scene. Other officers should be able to respond to the situation with the appropriate equipment and/or units given that the initiating unit has transmitted accurate information. The initiating unit on the scene should consistently relay vital information in the TAC channel such as where exactly the suspect is located (as this may allow for the suspect to be attacked from a blind spot). An officer should NOT advance towards an active shooter or attempt any sort of tactics or maneuvers without on scene backup or from the direction of a supervisor unless there is absolutely no other option and staying at the current position will lead to the officer's death. 
1617
1618If a suspect suddenly enters a building an officer should NOT follow them in unless they have received clear directions from a supervisor. Even then, it is highly suggested that the Metropolitan Division be alerted.
1619
1620All officers should consider the following during shootouts:
1621- Cover - Anything which can provide solid cover for an officer.
1622- Designated Shooter - The designated shooter is tasked with deploying their firearm for a specific task. The designated shooter is sometimes referred to as the "covering officer".
1623- Cross Fire - A situation when an officer ends up in the line of fire by another officer who may engage the same suspect.
1624- Risk Area - An area which has no cover, no clear routes of escape, and provides an advantage to a suspect (e.g. they may have cover) which poses a serious risk to officer safety.
1625- Line of Fire - The area between any shooter and the intended target.
1626- Target - Anything that is being aimed at with a firearm.
1627- Contain - A coordinated approach to isolate a suspect.
1628- Rolling Cover - A tactic used to approach suspects using a vehicle as partial or full cover. The driver of the vehicle should be the only occupant and no more than 3 officers should utilize this tactic unless the vehicle used is not a standard sedan and the officers employing the tactics are members of the Metropolitan Division.
1629
1630Officers should understand the aforementioned words and their definitions so they may accurately and safely handle shooting situations. Officers have a responsibility to always know what lies beyond their target so that the possibility for cross-fire or civilian/officer causalities is minimized, if not canceled out completely. If an individual is in the line of fire they should be instructed to either move (or lay flat on the ground depending on the circumstances). Suspects who move into a risk area should not be followed unless clearly ordered to do so by a supervisor. Officers should seek to contain the situation if a suspect suddenly moves their location to avoid letting the situation from spiraling out of control.
16314.7.2/3 - Conclusion
1632Before concluding the situation all active shooters should be incapacitated or no longer posing a lethal threat. At this stage officers should remain in cover and ensure they have verbal compliance of the suspects if they are conscious. Suspects should be ordered to spread their arms and legs wide so that officers will be able to clearly confirm that the suspect is not posing a threat. If a suspect is currently holding a firearm or weapon they should be instructed to slide it away from themselves.
1633
1634If the suspect is unresponsive then it is reasonable to believe that they are unconscious and care should be taken prior to approaching the suspect. An officer or officers should be assigned as the "Designated Shooter(s)" or "covering officer(s)" which will allow for other officers to move in and secure the suspect while being covered.
1635
1636The firearm should never be picked up by the grip but rather by the fore-end (underneath the barrel). Firearms should never be kicked away. If needed an officer may use their foot to slide a firearm out of the way by putting their foot on top of the weapon and sliding it away at an appropriate pace.
1637
1638If the suspect is unresponsive but has a weapon within their reach or in their hand, officers should follow the previous steps but exercise further caution when approaching said suspect, such as utilizing the tactic of "rolling cover". 
1639
1640In the extraordinary instance that a wounded armed suspect reaches for their weapon or attempts to use it, deadly force is authorized but only IF officers believe that death or serious physical injury is about to be inflicted upon themselves or others.
1641
1642(( You should assess the responsiveness and position of the weapon by asking the suspect via "/do". If the suspect role-plays via an emote (/do or /me) that they reach for their weapon or (attempt to) use it in any way, you may respond with your own action. ))
1643
1644The response and action of officers involved in the aftermath of an active shooter situation is determined by variables including the following:
1645The following information is central on how officers should handle the concluding aspect of a shootout:
1646• Distance between the suspect(s) and the(ir) weapon(s)
1647• Compliance level(s) from the suspect(s)
1648• Responsiveness from the suspect(s).
1649
1650After the suspect(s) and weapon(s) have been secured and there is no longer an active threat to life the priority of an officer is to preserve life (if possible). Officers should apply first aid to any injured persons (including the suspect(s)). The Los Santos Fire Department should also be notified via the departmental frequency that either their medical services, morgue services, or both are required.
16514.7.3 DEPARTMENTAL GUIDELINES FOR FOOT PURSUITS
16524.7.3/1 - Analysis
1653Once a suspect has begun fleeing by foot from an officer it is considered a foot pursuit. The officer's priority is to assess whether or not the suspect is armed and/or if there are any external factors that may interfere (e.g. civilians, location, potential get-away vehicle). Depending on those factors the pursuit may be called off either by the initiating officer or by a duty supervisor.
1654
1655In summary, an officer should, in addition to the standard transmission procedures, include the following:
1656- The location of the foot pursuit.
1657- The description of the suspect(s).
1658- The type(s) of weapon(s) used by the suspect(s) (if the suspect(s) is/are armed).
1659
1660All foot pursuits are handled in a TAC.
16614.7.3/2 - Initiation/Involvement
1662Officers who initiate a foot pursuit should have analyzed the situation prior to initiating the pursuit, if they can do so. During a foot pursuit officers should consistently update while pursuit the suspect from a safe distance (about 15 feet or about 4 1/2 meters) to allow for enough reaction time if the suspect pulls out any type of weapon such as a knife or firearm. Officers who are at this safe distance will have enough time to withdraw their sidearm (if not already un-holstered). 
1663
1664The pursuing officers should order the suspect to stop (if the suspect stops continue to 4.7.3/3), in the scenario that the pursuit continues an officer can utilize their taser so long as backup have arrived. It is extremely unwise to pull out a taser in the middle of a foot pursuit without backup because if the suspect turns around with a firearm the officer will not have enough time to grab their own firearm. However there may be times when using the taser without backup can be very beneficial such as, but not limited to, if the suspect is in the process of jumping over a fence or about to enter a building. If the suspect does happen to enter a building the pursuing officer should not follow them without backup as doing otherwise may result in the officer being cornered and put in a tactical disadvantage.
16654.7.3/3 - Conclusion
1666Once the suspect has stopped (either due to surrendering or being tased) the initiating officer should move in to restrain and detain the suspect securely whilst the assisting Police Officers provide both lethal and non-lethal cover if required. From here, standard Arrest Procedure follows through and the arrest is made by the Police Officer who initiated the pursuit or a Suspect Transport unit (if available). Alternatively the Duty Supervisor may delegate it to an alternative unit.
16674.7.4 DEPARTMENTAL GUIDELINES FOR VEHICLE PURSUITS
16684.7.4/1 - Analysis
1669Before beginning a vehicle pursuit an officer should first consider the circumstances of the pursuit. Officers should immediately take into account their location and direction of travel, the charges on the driver along with a possible description as well as the make and model of the vehicle they are driving. These are all important details to have when calling in a vehicle pursuit as it will also help determine how many units are needed to respond allowing a supervisor to delegate and assign units in or out of the pursuit.
1670
1671In summary, an officer should, in addition to the standard transmission procedures, include the following:
1672- The current location and the direction the suspect is heading in.
1673- The vehicle description and, if possible, the driver description.
1674- The charges for the driver and other suspect(s) if applicable.
1675- If the suspect(s) is/are armed and if so with what type(s) of weaponry.
1676
1677All vehicle pursuits are handled in a TAC.
16784.7.4/2 - Initiation/Involvement
1679At this point the initiating officer should have emergency backup on route to their location and the initiating officer should begin updating on the direction and location of the suspect in the TAC. The officer at the front of the pursuit line is known as the "lead unit". Officers should NOT attempt a PIT unless there is a unit behind the officer in the front so in case the lead unit fails with the PIT the unit behind the aforementioned unit shall become the lead unit. The primary aim of a vehicle pursuit is to minimize the potential risk to life and property as much as possible. Officers should not be driving on the incorrect lane of travel unless that unit is the lead unit who should directly follow the suspect's vehicle. For most cases following the suspect's vehicle directly as the lead unit proves to be useful however it may prove to be more safe to stick to the correct lane of travel depending on the circumstances. The general rule of thumb is to obey road laws as much as possible.
1680
1681The highest rank involved is responsible for ensuring that only the necessary amount of resources are utilized for the pursuit. As such they may request for additional units or they will clear some units out depending on the circumstances. Officers should not respond to every single vehicle pursuit that is called in, they should instead wait for a moment to gauge how many units are responding. If an officer feels that there is still a need for additional units then they should respond to the situation.
1682
1683The pursuit protocol is as follows:
1684- Officers should never overtake other units (with some exceptions, read below), they should simply follow the unit in front of them.
1685- If an officer crashes or hits an obstruction they are to NOT MOVE (unless they are causing an absolute obstruction) and wait for all units to pass before resuming the pursuit.
1686- Officers must remain responsive to road laws, just because a suspect is driving recklessly does not give an officer the right to do so. Officers must stay on the correct lane of travel at all times when actively pursuing a suspect excluding the lead unit which may opt to stay on the correct lane of travel.
1687- Officers should not attempt a PIT the moment they have a secondary unit behind them. A PIT should only be performed in non-residential areas. Officers should announce that they're going to perform a PIT to allow the opportunity for a supervisor to say otherwise.
1688- Officers should remain silent at all times in the TAC unless they are a supervisor, the lead unit and require specific information, giving updates, or performing a maneuver such as an interception. The general rule of thumb is that there should be no interruptions unless absolutely appropriate.
1689- Officers should give priority to high speed cruisers by allowing them to overtake if the vehicle they are in pursuit which is a high speed vehicle.
1690- Officers should give priority to SWAT units by allowing them to overtake if the vehicle they are in pursuit with requires the attention from a SWAT unit.
1691- Under no circumstance may officers try to box in a suspect's vehicle when said suspect is confirmed to be in the possession of any type of firearm.
1692
1693
1694Opening fire on a moving vehicle (and its tires) may only be authorized by a Police Sergeant I or higher.
16954.7.4/3 - Conclusion
1696Once the vehicle has been stopped officers should immediately proceed with caution and not just move in for the arrest. Officers should assess the situation and await instruction from a supervisor if one is available. Officers may treat this situation in a manner similar to handling conclusions of shootouts (reference 4.7.2). The suspect may choose to either flee on foot, may brandish a weapon, or may just surrender to Law Enforcement. When the suspect(s) has/have surrendered or been incapacitated officers should proceed with detaining and arresting them.
1697
16984.7.5 DEPARTMENTAL GUIDELINES FOR BARRICADED SUSPECT INCIDENTS
1699(( Credits to Sam ))
17004.7.5/1 - INCIDENT COMMANDER
1701The Incident Commander is, typically for a situation of this scale, a Lieutenant or Captain, though some incidents may be commanded by a Sergeant. As the officer with overall command of the situation, it is the responsibility of the incident commander to establish and coordinate a perimeter, liaise with and provide overarching orders and goals to the Tactical Commander and the Crisis Negotiator, as well as coordinate any lower ranking supervisors on scene and provide them with specific tasks (area of responsibility, command and perimeter line control, etc). Once a perimeter has been established, the Incident Commander should primarily remain at the incident command post with the tactical commander and crisis negotiator. It is the incident commander who makes a decision as to whether negotiations are worthwhile/required for a situation, and it is also the incident commanders decision as to when a tactical solution should be executed. Ultimate authority of the situation rests with the Incident Commander, and cannot be overridden except by a higher ranking officer assuming Incident Command.
17024.7.5/2 - TACTICAL COMMANDER
1703The Tactical Commander is the person on scene currently in command of the tactical element. They report to the Incident Commander directly. They hold overall authority for the conduct, actions and positioning of the tactical team on scene. The Tactical Commander is also responsible for dictating a plan of action in the event that a tactical solution is required. The Tactical Commander should liaise with both the Incident Commander and the Crisis Negotiator and keep themselves aware of any situational changes. While it is ultimately the decision of the Incident Commander if the tactical solution should be executed, the Tactical Commander should remain ready and provide advice as to whether the solution should be executed.
17044.7.5/3 - CRISIS NEGOTIATOR
1705The Crisis Negotiator is the member of the department on scene who is trained and qualified to conduct Crisis Negotiations. Crisis Negotiators do not hold any authority on the situation itself. They report directly to the Incident Commander. They are, however, the one who makes contact with any suspects in these incidents and opens the line of negotiation. In this capacity they are a direct line to the situation inside. The Crisis Negotiator will often have input, advice and recommendations based on their unique perspective of the situation, and is the best person to determine how the current state of negotiations is progressing as well as any potential imminent harm to civilians or officers. While the negotiator should always strive to bring about a peaceful solution to the situation (a surrender) they must also be ready to inform the incident commander when negotiations have failed and to inform them of any current, ongoing physical harm to a hostage or other bystander. A suspect harming a hostage is to be considered a case of negotiation conclusion and the beginning of the execution of a tactical solution during which the negotiators primary duty is now to stall for time and distract the suspect. It is also vital that they inform the tactical commander of any potential vital intelligence that has a tactical benefit.
17064.7.5/4 - TACTICAL TEAM
1707The Tactical Team reports directly to the Tactical Commander, and is responsible for executing the tactical solution developed by the Tactical Commander. Their duties, positioning and equipment varies and is at the discretion of the Tactical Commander. The Tactical Team shall not be utilised as the perimeter team unless there is either A) a shortage of basic units or B)they are deployed as tactical perimeter security in line with internal Metropolitan Division Policy.
17084.7.5/5 - PERIMETER TEAM
1709The Perimeter Team reports directly to the Incident Commander. The Perimeter Team, typically consisting of basic car units, is responsible for the establishment of a perimeter around the situation at a distance dictated by the Incident Commander. This can vary from the area immediately infront of something, to an entire street, to a large portion of the surrounding area. It is the duty of the perimeter team to maintain situational awareness, identify oncoming threats and report them to the Incident Commander, control any crowds or disturbances on the edge of the perimeter, and most importantly, to restrict access to the perimeter to unauthorised personnel. In some instances, a section of the perimeter team will be managed by a Sergeant or other supervisor qualified person, in which instance those under them should report to the supervisor rather than the Incident Commander Directly. Perimeter Team Members should also be prepared to take into and handle suspects in custody.
17104.7.5/5 - FIRE DEPARTMENT OR OTHER MEDICAL PERSONNEL
1711Fire & Medical personnel, while civilians apart of an external agency, are a vital asset to any incident, barricaded incidents especially. They provide critical care to wounded civilians, suspects and officers alike. When practicable, it is the duty of the Incident Commander to ensure that they are called for and placed on standby at the incident. Fire & Medical personnel should be placed on scene within the perimeter, but away from danger, to allow them to effect an efficient response. They should not be allowed within areas of risk beyond this without an acceptable risk determination by the Tactical Commander or if an area has been designated as 'clear.'
17124.7.5/6 - FIRE DEPARTMENT OR OTHER MEDICAL PERSONNEL
1713Civilians regardless of other status or affiliation should not be allowed inside the perimeter at any time, unless exceptional circumstances arise and are permitted by the Incident Commander. Any press or other journalists may be perimitted to enter a special 'press zone' within the perimeter at the discretion of the Incident Commander, but otherwise are to be treated as regular civilians. In the event of a press zone being established, strict control rules are in place, and any deviation by the press members from these control rules (leaving the zone without permission) should result in their immediate expulsion from the perimeter or arrest if appropriate.
17144.7.5/6 - CHAIN OF COMMAND
1715It is vital in these incidents that the chain of command is followed explicitly, both on a departmental and divisional level. The incident commander is in command of the overall situation, and this cannot be overridden. The Tactical Commander, Crisis Negotiator and Perimeter Team all report to and take orders from the Incident Commander. The Tactical Team take commands from the Tactical Commander directly. Officers do not deviate from the chain of command. There are specific responsibilities and authorities each person possesses and it is the duty of all officers to be aware of them.
1716
1717Logo 4.8 - Traffic Stops & Felony Stops
17184.8.1 TRAFFIC STOPS DEFINED
1719A traffic stop is a temporary detention of a driver of a vehicle by police for either committing a crime or civil infraction and/or to either investigate a potential crime or civil infraction. An officer involved in a Traffic Stop must follow set guidelines to ensure the department's standards are upheld. 
1720
1721Traffic stops should not be used if it is believed that the occupant(s) has/have committed (or are committing) a felony (vehicle theft, evading, armed murder, etc). If this is this the case refer to 4.8.3
17224.8.2 DEPARTMENTAL GUIDELINES FOR TRAFFIC STOPS
17234.8.2/1 - Pulling the vehicle over
1724An officer, when wanting to pull a vehicle over, should immediately activate their emergency lights and your sirens, momentarily, to indicate the Driver of the vehicle to pull over. The megaphone may be used if the driver fails to stop if they have not recognized the officer. If the driver fails to stop an officer must then engage in a Vehicular Pursuit (reference 4.7.4).
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1726It is important for the officer to park their vehicles slightly to the left from the rear of the vehicle they pulled over so the officer will have some cover while standing at the driver's side window in case of a vehicle accident. Officers MUST leave their emergency lights on for the entire duration of the traffic stop however their siren must not be on after the vehicle has pulled over (( this can be done by pressing "X" a few times on your keyboard )).
17274.8.2/2 - Visual vehicle and occupant check
1728Once the vehicle has pulled over to a safe side of the roadway, the officer must establish what the total number of occupants in the vehicle (number of driver and passenger(s) if any), the vehicle's license plate number, and the driver's current behavior (fidgeting, moving around). If an officer is unable to see inside the vehicle they may use their door-side light to light up the area targeted.
17294.8.2/3 - Mobile Data Computer check
1730The officer must then use their MDC to run a search on the vehicles' license plate and registered owner if applicable. If the vehicle is reported to have committed a felony in an APB/BOLO, has been reported stolen, or if the registered owner is; reported to have committed a felony in an APB/BOLO or has a warrant for their arrest then they should conduct a Felony Stop on the vehicle (reference 4.8.4).
17314.8.2/4 - Approaching the vehicle
1732Following the previous step an officer must then approach the vehicle with caution while keeping a hand on their holster in case of an armed driver. Officers should never assume safety and as they approach the vehicle should do a scan of the interior from the outside, using their flashlight if it's dark. Once the officer has arrived at the driver's side window they may order the driver to roll down their window (either by tapping on it or speaking loudly). An officer should stand between the driver's door and the rear door (known as the "B pillar") while in contact with the driver.
17334.8.2/5 - Approaching the driver and validating their documentation
1734At this step the officer must ask the driver for their driver's license and vehicle registration. Once the driver has given their details, the driver should be told wait while the officer goes back to the cruiser to ensure the validity of the paperwork and ensure the driver is not currently wanted (i.e.g has outstanding citations or a warrant). At this point the officer should return to the vehicle and may then write a citation (ticket), warn, or even to suspend the driver's license for their offence. If a citation is being issued it should be given back to the driver with their documentation.
17354.8.3 FELONY STOPS DEFINED
1736A Felony Stop or "high-risk" traffic stop occurs when the driver or passenger is suspected of having (or already have) committed a felony/serious crime (or have an outstanding felony warrant for the registered owner). The Felony Stop method is built in a manner to ensure safety for the entire duration of the stop. As such the procedures must be followed for every stop as best as possible.
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1738Officers MUST leave their emergency lights on for the entire duration of the traffic stop however their siren must not be on after the vehicle has pulled over (( this can be done by pressing "X" a few times on your keyboard )).
17394.8.4 DEPARTMENTAL GUIDELINES FOR FELONY STOPS
17404.8.4/1 - Pulling the vehicle over
1741An officer should activate their emergency lights and sirens, just as they would with a traffic stop, and make use of their megaphone to order the vehicle to pull over if they have not taken notice of the emergency vehicle. If the vehicle does not pull over then the situation has become a vehicle pursuit and should be called in as one (refer to 4.7.4) 
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1743Once the vehicle has pulled over the officer must then call in a Felony Stop over the radio and request for backup to their location as further assistance will be required to conduct a safe Felony Stop. The Officer should not exit their vehicle in case they try to evade. If the occupants suddenly exit the vehicle with firearms the officer should use their own vehicle to drive forward and drive through the occupants or avoid them and continue forward (this will minimize the chances of serious injury or death to the officer).
17444.8.4/2 - Preliminary procedure
1745Officers should not continue to this step until at least 2 separate units have arrived. The first arriving unit should park to the left of the initiating unit at a 45 degree angle (with their hood facing the suspect's vehicle) while the second arriving unit should park behind the 2 front units. The officers in the two units that just arrived should step out of their vehicle and aim at the suspect's vehicle. The initiating unit's officers must still remain inside their cruiser. The initiating unit should then use their megaphone and do the following:
1746- Order the suspect to turn off their engine and roll down their window
1747- Order the suspect to remove the keys from the ignition and to throw the keys out of it into the roadway (this prevents any attempts at a possible escape route). 
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1749
1750Officers should now exit their own vehicles with firearms drawn and aimed at all times at the vehicle. The only officer who shouldn't have their firearm aimed is the primary driver of the unit who called the Felony Stop, as they will be ordering the driver of the suspect vehicle over the megaphone.
17514.8.4/3 - Getting everyone out of the vehicle
1752The initiating unit can now start to order each suspect out of the vehicle individually, following a set process for each. Starting with the driver the officer should perform the following:
1753- Get them to exit the vehicle with their hands raised and keep them facing away from the cruisers. 
1754- Order them out towards the left of the vehicle onto the road (cruisers must cover the suspects appropriately in case of a vehicular accident). 
1755- Get them to lower their self down to their stomach and lay their arms and legs out wide. 
1756
1757Repeat the same with each person inside the vehicle till all occupants are out on the road, reasonably but safely spread.
17584.8.4/4 - Clearing the vehicle
1759Once all occupants are spread out in the road, the officers in the initiating unit can now step out of their vehicle and take aim. A small group of officers (2-4) can now line up on the right hand side of the felony stop. Using the cruisers and suspect vehicle as cover, they will move up with guns raised to clear the vehicle of any potential suspects hiding and visible weapons. The lead officer will shout clear when it is so. If there is something to deal with it, deal with it there and then.
17604.8.4/5 - Detaining the suspects
1761Once the vehicle has been cleared all officers can move in on the occupants. Some officers should stay aiming close by to provide armed cover while other officers apply handcuffs to each, leaving them where they are. Officers should search each suspect (either performing a Terry Frisk or Partial-Strip Search dependent on the standard of proof at the time) and check for ID or ask for ID. Any that have contraband or are wanted for arrest can be then placed into cruisers while clean suspects be left on the sidewalk. The vehicle can now be searched if probable cause is present for such a search. Once all suspects are processed, normal patrol can be resumed.
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1763Logo 4.9 - Searches & Seizures
17644.9.1 SEARCHES AND SEIZURES DEFINED
1765A search and seizure is a procedure in which law enforcement officers search an individual's body or property for the purpose of confiscating any contraband or evidence of a crime. Searches and seizures are heavily regulated by law.
17664.9.2 TERRY STOPS AND TERRY FRISKS
17674.9.2/1 - A "Terry Stop" is a brief detention of an individual by law enforcement officers, based on reasonable suspicion, that the individual has committed, is committing or is about to commit a crime. For officers to possess reasonable suspicion that would justify a stop, they must be able to point to "specific and articulate facts" that would indicate to a reasonable police officer that a crime has been, is being, or is about to be committed.
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17694.9.2/2 - Terry v. Ohio - The Supreme Court ruled that a person may be stopped and briefly detained based on reasonable suspicion of involvement in a crime. For officer safety, the officer may perform a "pat-down" of an individual's outer-clothing for the purpose of locating weapons. These are often referred to as "Terry Frisks" or "Terry Stops." Keep in mind these are only to be done for the purpose of locating weapons, not doing a full search (i.e. reaching in and digging around an individual's pockets) and should be kept brief. Reasonable suspicion can lead to probable cause for an arrest should facts discovered during the detainment show that the suspect has committed a crime.
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1771For officers to possess reasonable suspicion that would justify a frisk, they must be able to point to "specific and articulate facts" (rather than just an officer's "hunch" or "inference") that would indicate to a police officer that the individual has committed or are about to commit a crime. Reasonable suspicion to stop or detain an individual does not automatically grant the right to conduct a Terry Frisk. Furthermore, the officer must possess additional reasonable suspicion to believe that the detained individual possesses a weapon and intends to cause an officer harm. In addition, "officer safety" alone will not justify a frisk. The police officer must articulate "why" officer safety was an issue.
1772Must first have reasonable suspicion to detain the individual, being that you have a belief based on articulable facts, that they have committed or are about to commit a crime.
1773THEN
1774You must have reasonable suspicion, again that you can articulate the facts of, that the individual you have detained possesses a weapon and intends you harm.
1775Police officers performing a limited protective search for weapons of the outer-layer of an individual's clothing shall conduct the frisk from bottom to top. Officers shall begin the frisk by patting down the subject's waistband, legs, and shoe/socks area. Officers may remove or inspect items that are reasonably recognized as weapons. While a Terry Frisk is primarily used as a search for a dangerous weapon (e.g. a firearm or knife), if an officer, while conducting a legal Terry Frisk, feels an object that is immediately recognized or apparent as contraband (e.g. narcotics), then the officer may lawfully seize the contraband. This is referred to as the "plain feel doctrine", and is considered unlawful if the officer has to move, shift or otherwise manipulate the item to decide whether it is contraband or not. For example, if an officer, during a lawful Terry Frisk, feels and immediately recognizes a bag with a small quantity of marijuana, the officer may lawfully seize it. 
1776
1777A Terry Frisk does not permit reaching into the subject's pockets or thoroughly searching a subject's bag, the aforementioned scenarios would be examples of an unlawful search. Officers may perform a Terry Frisk on those of the opposite gender. If the person who needs to be Terry Frisked requests an officer of the same gender (i.e. female suspect to be frisked by a female officer and a male suspect to be frisked by a male officer) officers are not obligated to follow their request. Officers should use the back of their hand when searching near sexual areas to prevent claims of groping.
17784.9.3 PARTIAL STRIP SEARCHES & FULL STRIP SEARCHES
17794.9.3/1 - A "strip search" is the practice of searching a person for weapons or other contraband suspected of being hidden on their body or inside their clothing, and not found by performing a Terry frisk, by requiring the subject to remove some or all of his or her clothing. A strip search is more intrusive and thorough than a Terry frisk and, as such, requires probable cause (reference 5.1.2). 
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17814.9.3/2 - When an officer officially places an individual under arrest, the officer shall always conduct a "partial strip search" in the field. A partial strip search includes a full pat down of the suspect in addition to checking all pockets. This may also be extended to check shoes, jackets, belts, accessories, hats, glasses, earphones, and so on. A suspect's shirt, pants, and underwear may not be removed for a partial strip search as that is instead noted as a full strip.
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17834.9.3/3 - A "full strip search" shall only be conducted in a private Government facility such as the Mission Row Precinct. Under no circumstances should a full strip search be conducted in public. A full strip search, in addition to that of a partial strip search, shall includes the removal of the subject's shirt, pants, and underwear.
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17854.9.3/4 - Officers may perform a search on those of the opposite gender. If the person who needs to be searched requests an officer of the same gender (i.e. female suspect to be searched by a female officer and a male suspect to be searched by a male officer) officers are not obligated to follow their request. Officers should use the back of their hand when searching near sexual areas to prevent claims of groping.
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1787(( 4.9.3/5 - It is critically important to make sure you are specific when you conduct these searches. You should refrain from using a /me that is generic, such as “/me pats down Alexander Darnell.” A proper /me for a search would be “/me pats down Darnell checking his armpits, pockets, waist, thighs, socks, and the heels of his shoes.” You should add in or remove details based on the appearance of the suspect you are patting down. It can not be stressed how important this is as failing to roleplay both appropriately and with effort can result in a situation where a game admin will be called. ))
17884.9.3 SEARCH AND SEIZURE OF RECORDING DEVICES
1789Officers are able to perform warrant-less searches and seizures of recording devices (e.g. cameras and mobile phones) only under the following circumstances:
1790
1791- When sufficient probable cause is present that a crime has been committed, or is about to be committed, and there is probable cause to believe that the device holds evidence pertaining to the crime.
1792- Exigent circumstances such as the risk of loss or life or the escape of the suspect(s).
17934.9.4 PROPERTY SEARCHES
1794In order to search properties (e.g. houses, businesses, or vehicles) an officer must have Probable Cause to do so unless the owner of the property consents to the search. Officers must ensure that they do not disturb any existing evidence that can not be collected easily (e.g. blood). The following circumstances are when an officer may perform a property search:
1795
1796- If an officer asks a driver if they may search their vehicle and the driver allows it.
1797- If there is Probable Cause to do so (reference 5.1.2).
1798
1799Any illegal contraband found may be used against the property owner and/or their associates, even if the property owner consents to a search.
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1801Logo 4.10 - Preliminary Investigations
18024.10.1 PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATIONS DEFINED
1803Preliminary Investigations are done by the first unit who responded to a situation.
18044.10.2 INITIATING A PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION
1805Once an officer arrives at a crime scene or police request (e.g. 911 call) a preliminary investigation must be launched. The objective is to find out whether or not there is sufficient evidence to initiate an action and if so, what type of action.
1806
1807Upon arrival to a call, an officer should attempt to locate and make contact the first 911 caller (if a 911 call was made) or witnesses. Officers can also talk to other civilians and ask them about the incident even if they may not appear to have information to offer. For incidents that occur in more populated areas and where more witnesses may have been involved, officers should instead ask a group of people in the vicinity to raise their hand if they saw something. 
1808
1809When talking to witnesses and potential suspects, officers should separate the individuals and speak to each of them individually, ideally one officer for one person. This way officers can compare notes with your fellow officers and see if the information collected matches, it also reduces the amount of time that officers will have to stay on scene. Officers must be sure that they get personal details of whom they investigated (e.g. Driver License information, Passport, and so on) before taking a statement, this way officers can contact the person in case a follow-up is required for the investigation.
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1811When questioning civilians, officers should try to ask general questions (e.g. Did you see what happened here?) before asking for specific details as this will tend to result in a faster investigation. Officers should remember to get details in regards to the suspect(s), if there are any, such as what they looked like, what clothing they were wearing, any names or aliases they used, what vehicle they used (if they used one and if so the details behind the vehicle). 
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1813At this point officers should compare notes with each other (if there were multiple witnesses interviewed) before coming to a conclusion on what the next steps should be.
18144.10.3 CONCLUDING A PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION
1815Based on the investigation officers will either 
1816- The investigation ends up with the conclusion that the incident is not worth pursuing (e.g. no crime was actually committed and there is no potential where it is reasonable to believe one will be commited based on the information the officers have).
1817- The investigation does not have enough information to pass onto OCI or it is not warranted to be passed on (e.g. the crime committed was an infraction).
1818- The investigation contains enough information to be passed onto OCI as it is reasonable to believe, based on the information gotten, that a misdemeanor or felony was commited.
1819
1820In the case of the 3rd situation officers should compile the information they have and pass on the information to the Office of Criminal Intelligence via an Incident Report.
1821
1822Logo 4.11 - Suspect Detainment
18234.11.1 SUSPECT DETAINMENT DEFINED
1824Detaining a suspect is the act of restricting their ability by means of confinement in case they attempt any evasive or aggressive acts as often people will attempt any possible means of escape as they realize that they may have to serve time in jail or prison.
18254.11.2 SUSPECT DETAINMENT PROCEDURES & GUIDELINES
18264.11.2/1 - Gaining compliance
1827The first step in order to detain a suspect is to gain compliance. To gain a suspects cooperation, officers should use clear instructions. Depending on the situation this may be to either shout at them to get on the ground or to ask them to place their hands on their head. This command must be clearly audible and if there are multiple officers present then care should be taken to avoid shouting conflicting instructions. Suspects who are ordered to get on the ground should have their hands and legs spread out.
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1829If the suspect complies, one officer should move in to restrain the suspect while others provide lethal cover and non-lethal cover (i.e. using tasers). If a suspect begins to resist officers should make use of non-lethal force and empty hands force within reason. If a suspect begins to run away from officers then officers should initiate a foot pursuit (reference 4.7.3).
18304.11.2/2 - Restraining and cuffing
1831When an officer has full control over a subject, and only when, they should move in and attempt to handcuff the subject. Officers should be cautious, especially if the subject has a history of violence, as they may be giving an illusion of compliance and will resist at the first opportunity presented to them. If a subject tenses up or pulls away on contact, it is likely that they will try to resist - the two times when someone is the most likely to resist is when the cuffs are applied, and when they are removed.
1832
1833If a subject becomes aggressive at this stage, it may not be appropriate to use a firearm or taser due to the vicinity of other officers. Instead, officers may wish to utilize their baton. Officers are expected to justify their baton strikes appropriately. Failure to do so may lead to criminal charges for excessive force. 
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1835Non-lethal covering officers should not shoot their taser while the officer has physical contact with the suspect. If it is necessary to tase the suspect the officers providing covers with their tasers should alert that they're going to shoot their taser by shouting "TASER! TASER!" in order to allow for an officer or officers to remove their hands from the suspect.
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1837When cuffing the suspect an officer should attach a handcuff to one wrist at a time. If the suspect has their arms spread out then an officer should pull back the cuffed arm first before pulling back the other arm to cuff the free wrist.
18384.11.2/3 - Conducting a Terry Frisk
1839Conducting a Terry Frisk will allow an officer to quickly identify and secure any weapons hidden around the waistline which could potentially cause harm others (reference 4.8.2).
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1841Logo 4.12 - Suspect Arrest
18424.12.1 SUSPECT ARREST DEFINED
1843Arresting a suspect is the act of having sufficient evidence to garner probable cause to charge a suspect and arrest a suspect for a particular criminal offence and processing them into either the jail or prison. This enables the suspect to serve the correct time and, when appropriate, fine depending on the particular offence they have committed.
18444.12.2 SUSPECT ARREST PROCEDURES & GUIDELINES
18454.12.2/1 - Conducting a Partial-Strip Search
1846The third step is to conduct a Partial-Strip search for any contraband such as drugs or weapons as well as identification (reference 4.8.3).
18474.12.2/2 - Notification of charges and reading Miranda Rights
1848Next an officer is to announce that the suspect is under arrest and state their charges. After listing the suspect's charges and formally placing the suspect under arrest, the officer must read the suspect the Miranda Rights. The Miranda Rights go as follows:
1849You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney present during your hearing. If you cannot afford one, one will be provided for you. Do you understand these rights?
1850It is important to note that just because an officer has read a suspect their Miranda Rights, it does not mean they are obligated to interview the suspect. Officers are only required to get an attorney for the suspect should they request one prior to or during an interview.
18514.12.2/3 - Transportation and processing
1852Once all charges are sorted an officer should finish off the process by transporting the suspect to a Police Station or Prison (depending on the suspect's charges) and imprisoning the suspect.
1853
1854Logo 4.13 - In-Car Video and Audio Recording Devices
18554.13.1 IN-CAR VIDEO AND AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES DEFINED
1856The Los Santos Police Department has equipped it's entire fleet with in-car video and in-car audio recording devices in order to aid in prosecution of suspects, support civilian and officer safety, and uphold departmental standards. In-car video may also be referred to as dash cameras or dash cams.
18574.13.2 IN-CAR VIDEO RECORDING DEVICES
1858- All vehicles are fitted with one FRONT facing in-car video recording devices.
1859- Front facing cameras are fitted inside the vehicle, above the dash board attached to the interior's roof. This may not be true of all vehicles, where it may be fitted discretely, such as covert vehicles and motorcycles.
1860- Video recording is turned on automatically as soon as you go on shift in a departmental vehicle and cannot be switched off or disabled.
1861- Video recording devices will only record what is directly in front of it and will not have much peripheral vision meaning that anything far off to the side will not be recorded (i.e. the front facing dashcam will only record the entire hood of the vehicle (and 1 meter to the left and right of it) and forward will be recorded).
18624.13.3 IN-CAR AUDIO RECORDING DEVICES
1863- All vehicles are fitted with in-car audio recording devices.
1864- Audio recording device will pick up audio in both the INTERIOR of the vehicle and EXTERIOR of up to about 3 meters or about 10 feet.
18654.13.4 RECORDING AND SAVING OF RECORDED DATA
1866- Video and audio are jointly recorded and stored together and termed Recorded Data.
1867- Recorded data will only consist of 30 seconds of footage prior to emergency lights being activated until the emergency lights are being turned off (however 30 seconds of footage following the emergency lights being turned off will be recorded).
1868- Recorded data for that patrol may be VIEWED through the Mobile Data Computer (MDC) by any Police Officer.
1869- Recorded data is uploaded automatically during recording to a secure cloud accessible at any Official Police Building by a Police Supervisor and above.
1870- Recorded data is stored for THIRTY (30) DAYS on the secure cloud.
1871- Recorded data may be SAVED and STORED permanently by Police Officers and uploaded to their personal cloud for use of prosecution of a suspect, officer safety or if a complaint is to be made.
1872- Recorded data offers information in the video such as; Unit identification, time and date, status of lights/siren/brakes, status of audio recording / microphone, and the traveling speed of vehicle.
1873- Officers may also store the dash-cam footage with audio (when the sirens are not on) by setting it manually to store. ((There must be a screenshot with the roleplay and /servertime, at the beginning of the footage and at the end when it's turned off. If you cannot prove that it was on, then the 
1874testimony won't be valid)).
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1876Logo 4.14 - Absence Policy
18774.14.1 ABSENCE POLICY DEFINED
1878Officers may request leave from the department within reason (( This includes Out of Character absences )). The policy regarding absences is as follows:
1879- Officers who did not submit an absence report and are absent from their duties for more than 14 days will be dishonorably discharged form the Department.
1880- Officers must file an absence report if they intend to be absent for more than 7 days.
1881- Officers who filed an absence report may only be absent for up to 30 days. If an officer must be absent for longer than this period of time then they are encouraged to resign from the department and reinstate when they have returned.
1882- (( It will not be tolerated to go on frequent absences to avoid being kicked out for inactivity. If you are found to be abusing the absence system, you are subject to a dishonorable discharge and a potential faction ban. ))
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1884Logo 4.15 - Driving Under Influence (DUI)
18854.15.1 - Summary
1886- The process of detection of drunk driving starts from the initial observation of the vehicle in motion until a decision is taken on whether or not to arrest the suspect.
1887- The detection of DUI is split into three phases. These are as follows:
1888Phase One:
1889The initial observation of the vehicle in motion.
1890The observation of the individual and the interior of the vehicle.
1891Phase Two:
1892Face to face observation.
1893Observation of the exit.
1894Phase Three:
1895Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs).
1896Breathalyzer test.
18974.15.2 - Phase One
1898- If the suspect is meandering between lanes or commits a traffic violation, you are allowed to conduct a traffic stop on them. 
1899- The intention right now is not to simply arrest them for DUI, but to gather extra evidence.
1900- Once the suspect pulls over, conduct a traffic stop as normal. Approach the driver’s door and observe the interior of the vehicle.
19014.15.3 - Phase Two
1902- If there is any evidence of open containers or drinking, you may ask the suspect out of the vehicle for to conduct a Standard Field Sobriety Test. Observe their face and their exit from the vehicle.
19034.15.4 - Phase Three
1904- You are going to conduct one of the SFSTs.
19054.15.5 - Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST)
19064.15.5/1 - Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Test
1907- Ask the suspect to stand on the sidewalk, press their feet together, place their hands on their sides and keep their head still. Withdraw a pen, eraser, pencil or any object that can act as a stimulus. Ask the suspect to look at the tip of the stimulus. 
1908- Explicitly inform them to keep looking at the stimulus until told that the test is over, and then ask them if they understood. Make sure to hear a clear response.
1909- There are specific clues to look for when conducting the test. Observe the left eye first, and then the right eye for each of the clues:
1910- Observe both pupils for equal pupil size and resting nystagmus.
1911- Move the pen from one side to another and observe the eye movement. Does the eye move smoothly or jerk evidently?
1912- When the eye moves as far as possible, does it jerk evidently?
1913- As the eye starts moving to the side, does nystagmus start prior to 45 degree angle of deviation?
1914- If two or more of these clues are observed in either of the eyes, then the blood alcohol concentration level is above 0.08%.
19154.15.5/2 - Breathalyzer Test
1916- The nystagmus test assesses effects of impairment. If the test is positive, the next step is to check whether the alcohol is the reason for the impairment. In order to do so, you conduct a breathalyzer test.
1917- Every cruiser is equipped with a breathalyzer. Once used, you must swap out the plastic tube mouthpiece with one of the remaining mouthpieces found in your kit.
1918- Before conducting the breathalyzer test, ensure that it has been 15 to 20 minutes since the suspect has put anything in his mouth. This is to avoid an inaccurate result. To conduct the test, place one of the clean mouth pieces provided to you on the breathalyzer tool and ask the suspect to blow deeply into the breathalyzer until a “beep” is heard to indicate that a result has been obtained. If the result shows a value higher than 0.08% for the blood alcohol concentration indicates that the suspect has violated the Driving Under The Influence section of the Vehicle Code.
1919- With all the aforementioned evidence, you would have enough evidence to conduct an arrest. By no means should you skip straight to the breathalyzer test, or skip the breathalyzer test if evidence of impairment is indicated
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1921Volume V - Department and the Law
1922Post  by Police Department » Sun Dec 03, 2017 11:32 am 
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1924VOLUME V
1925Department and the Law
1926
1927Volume V, Department and the Law defines the principle meaning of the Police
1928Department, to enforce and uphold the law within our jurisdiction & to protect the
1929innocent and incarcerate those who stray from the law.
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1932Logo 5.1 - Standards of Proof
19335.1.1 STANDARDS OF PROOF DEFINED
1934The Standards of Proof are defined as either "Reasonable Suspicion" and "Probable Cause". Each of these proofs are important for an officer conducting their day-to-day duties as it establishes what an officer has the right to do when handling situations, specifically detainment and arrest.
19355.1.2 REASONABLE SUSPICION
1936Reasonable suspicion is defined as that; a reasonable person would be suspicious that a person has committed, is committing, or is going to commit a crime. A crime is anything from an Infraction to a Felony.
1937
1938Reasonable suspicion is a lower standard of proof than probable cause, and is used for stopping an individual who an officer suspects may be involved in criminal activity for brief investigations. Thus an officer only needs reasonable suspicion that an individual is violating the law to stop them. Reasonable suspicion cannot be based on a "hunch" alone but can be generated through a number of facts. Civilian statements are counted as reasonable suspicion unless they are accompanied with video/audio proof (i.e. a civilian who says they saw someone commit a crime does not allow an officer to arrest that suspect but can allow the officer to investigate further under reasonable suspicion).
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1940Officers are not allowed to terry frisk someone with reasonable suspicion alone, the officer must possess additional reasonable suspicion to believe that the individual is armed and dangerous (reference 4.8.2/2). Unless probable cause is present a further search can not be done. 
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1942Officers shall not detain people for more than 30 minutes under reasonable suspicion, if probable cause has been garnered then the detainment is not subject to this time restriction. Suspects should be informed of why they are being detained and read their Miranda rights prior to questioning (if an officer wishes to question them and wants their statements to be used against them). If a suspect makes self-incriminating comments prior to being read their Miranda rights officers can NOT take what they said into account to arrest them.
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1944Examples of valid reasonable suspicion that constitutes a terry frisk would be:
1945- A driver has been pulled over during the night shift and they refuse to put their window down or refuses to show identification and continues to fidget around in their seat. This person has priors for firearm related charges after you run their license plates on the MDC.
1946- Someone who fits the description of a criminal suspect or a suspect who drops a suspicious object after seeing law enforcement officers.
1947
1948An example of valid reasonable suspicion that do not constitute a terry frisk on their own would be:
1949- A civilian has called 911 saying that they see someone committing a crime, upon an officer arriving they do not see an active crime in progress but is able to make contact with the 911 caller and the potential suspect.
19505.1.3 PROBABLE CAUSE
1951Probable cause is a level of reasonable belief which is a higher standard of proof than reasonable suspicion based on facts that can be articulated, that is required in order for an officer to search anyone or anyone's property or to cite/arrest anyone. Such facts can be obtained from the cruiser’s dash-cam recording, sworn testimony from a Judge or Law Enforcement Officer, or CCTV/Audio recordings.
1952
1953Probable cause allows an officer to perform a partial-strip search or a full-strip search on suspects, which includes checking their pockets and the insides of their clothing for any illegal contraband, unlike a terry frisk which is only a pat down over their clothes for weapons (reference 4.8.3). Officer may still question charged suspects if they feel it may be of benefit, however, they must read their Miranda rights prior to questioning them (if they intend on using their incriminatory statements against them) just as they would if you were going to question a suspect detained under reasonable suspicion. 
1954
1955It is critically important that an officer does not make assumptions beyond reasonable suspicion. Probable cause is based on facts and not on assumptions, officers are required to have probable cause to conduct an arrest, this means that they should NEVER conduct an arrest based off assumptions. If an officer has any doubt(s) they should revise the information they have carefully before making any further decisions. Such facts are gotten from evidence. Evidence from a situation that is used to arrest someone gets attached to their arrest record.
1956
1957Some examples of valid probable cause are as follows:
1958- An officer witnesses an individual breaking the speed limit.
1959- An officer sees visible contraband (e.g. drugs or weapons) in the interior of the vehicle from outside the vehicle.
1960- An officer is in the middle of a pursuit and the suspects have fled into a house after crashing their vehicle. The vehicle's visible interior is covered with blood.
1961- An officer pull over a vehicle for reckless driving and upon exiting their cruiser the driver begins to evade from the officer. Once the pursuit ends the officer is able to use their cruiser’s dash-cam as evidence to arrest the driver of the evading vehicle.
1962
1963Some examples of valid probable cause that can result in multiple arrests are as follows:
1964- An officer sees visible drug packages in a car and thus suspects felony narcotics possession. The officer does not know which of the three occupants owned the drugs however all suspects clearly know that they are there though. The officer could then arrest all three occupants of the vehicle.