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Home My WebLink About11-06-13 Citizens Police Review BoardMEMORANDUM CITIZENS POLICE REVIEW BOARD A Board of the City of Iowa City DATE: October 31, 2013 TO: CPRB Members FROM: Kellie Tuttle RE: Board Packet for meeting on November 6, 2013 Enclosed please find the following documents for your review and comment at the next board meeting: • Agenda for 11/06113 • ICPD Memorandum - Quarterly Summary Report (3rd Quarter) IAIR/PCRB, 2013 • ICPD Memorandum #13-28 — 3`d Quarter 2013 Use of Force Review • ICPD Use of Force — July 2013 • ICPD Use of Force —August 2013 • ICPD Use of Force — September 2013 • ICPD General Order #89-05 (Radio Communications Procedure) • ICPD General Order #90-03 (Personal Appearance and Uniform Regulations) • ICPD General Order #95-01 (Emergency Operation of Police Vehicles) • ICPD General Order #99-01 (Police Vehicle Pursuits) • ICPD General Order #99-02 (Alarm -Open Door Response) • ICPD General Order #99-03 (Prisoner Transport) • ICPD General Order#99-04 (Canine Operations) • ICPD General Order#99-05 (Use of Force) • ICPD General Order #99-07 (Traffic) • ICPD General Order #00-07 (Police Cyclist) • ICPD General Order #01-01 (Racial Profiling) ® ICPD General Order #01-04 (Bomb Threats/Emergencies) • ICPD General Order #05-01 (Persons With Mental Illness) • ICPD General Order #07-01 (Patrol Rifle) • ICPD General Order#13-01 (Chaplain Program) • Minutes of the meeting on 10/07/13 • Draft Brochure O Draft Information Sheet Complaint Form CPRB Complaint Deadlines • Office Contacts — October 2013 Other resources available: National Association for Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement NACOLE provides information regarding civilian oversight in law enforcement nation wide. For more information see: www.NACOLE.org AGENDA CITIZENS POLICE REVIEW BOARD November 6, 2013 — 5:30 P.M. EMMA J. HARVAT HALL 410 E. Washington Street ITEM NO.1 CALL TO ORDER and ROLL CALL ITEM NO. 2 CONSIDER MOTION ADOPTING CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED OR AMENDED • Minutes of the meeting on 10/07/13 • ICPD Memorandum - Quarterly Summary Report (3rd Quarter) IAIR/PCRB, 2013 • ICPD Memorandum #13-28 — 3`d Quarter 2013 Use of Force Review • ICPD Use of Force — July 2013 • ICPD Use of Force —August 2013 • ICPD Use of Force — September 2013 • ICPD General Order #89-05 (Radio Communications Procedure) • ICPD General Order #90-03 (Personal Appearance and Uniform Regulations) • ICPD General Order #95-01 (Emergency Operation of Police Vehicles) • ICPD General Order#99-01 (Police Vehicle Pursuits) • ICPD General Order #99-02 (Alarm -Open Door Response) • ICPD General Order #99-03 (Prisoner Transport) • ICPD General Order #99-04 (Canine Operations) • ICPD General Order #99-05 (Use of Force) • ICPD General Order #99-07 (Traffic) • ICPD General Order #00-07 (Police Cyclist) • ICPD General Order#01-01 (Racial Profiling) • ICPD General Order #01-04 (Bomb Threats/Emergencies) • ICPD General Order #05-01 (Persons With Mental Illness) • ICPD General Order #07-01 (Patrol Rifle) • ICPD General Order #13-01 (Chaplain Program) ITEM NO. 3 OLD BUSINESS • Brochure/Forms Update ITEM NO. 4 PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEM NO. 5 BOARD INFORMATION ITEM NO. 6 STAFF INFORMATION ITEM NO. 7 MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS • December 10, 2013, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • January 14, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • February 11, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • March 11, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm ITEM NO. 8 ADJOURNMENT DRAFT CITIZENS POLICE REVIEW BOARD MINUTES — October 7, 2013 CALL TO ORDER: Chair Joseph Treloar called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT: Melissa Jensen, Donald King, Mazahir Salih MEMBERS ABSENT: Royceann Porter STAFF PRESENT: Staff Catherine Pugh and Kellie Tuttle STAFF ABSENT: None OTHERS PRESENT: Jim Steffen of the ICPD Introduction of new member— Mazahir Salih RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL None REPORT FROM NOMINATING COMMITTEE None — no September meeting held. CONSIDER MOTION TO FIX METHOD OF VOTING Motion by King, seconded by Jensen to prescribe the method of voting by a voice vote and use majority vote for the basis for decision. Motion carried, 4/0, Porter absent. NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICE OF CHAIRPERSON Motion by King to nominate Jensen for Chair. Jensen stated with her other commitments she respectfully declined the nomination for Chair. Motion by Jensen to nominate Treloar for Chair. There were no other nominations. Motion by King, seconded by Jensen to close nominations. Motion carried, 4/0, Porter absent. NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICE OF VICE -CHAIRPERSON Motion by King to nominate Jensen for Vice Chair. There were no other nominations. Motion by King, seconded by Jensen to close nominations. Motion carried, 4/0, Porter absent. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion by King and seconded by Jensen to adopt the consent calendar as presented or amended. • Minutes of the meeting on 08/12/13 • ICPD Memorandum #13-17 (2nd Quarter 2013 Use of Force Review) • ICPD Use of Force Report —April 2013 • ICPD Use of Force Report — May 2013 • ICPD Use of Force Report — June 2013 Motion carried, 4/0, Porter absent. CPRB October 7, 2013 Page 2 NEW BUSINESS Brochure/Forms Update — The Board reviewed the draft of the brochure, information sheet, and complaint form. Additional changes were made and staff will update and include drafts in the next meeting packet. The Board had questions regarding the addition of the Human Rights Commission Complaint form section of the information sheet and asked if the Human Rights Coordinator, Stefanie Bowers, would be available to attend the next meeting and explain the process and answer questions. Staff will check into her availability. Video — A memorandum was included in the meeting packet. Staff will keep the Board informed as the project progresses. PUBLIC DISCUSSION None. BOARD INFORMATION The Board gave some background information about themselves for the new member. STAFF INFORMATION Tuttle stated that if there were any updates to the Board member contact sheet to please let her know. TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS (subject to change) • November 12, 2013, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • December 10, 2013, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • January 14, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • February 11, 2014, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm ADJOURNMENT Motion for adjournment by King, seconded by Jensen. Motion carried, 4/0, Porter absent. Meeting adjourned at 6:21 P.M. G N k k k k k DD r N k k k k k k k O k ® M N k k k k k a k k k O O o k k k k M k k k O O N k k k k k 00 k k O O k DD N o k O k k a k k k N O p N o ti k k k k O o k k O O k b �hA °�awxc°a�u� Memorandum TO: rile FROM: Captain Jim Steffen, Administrative Services RE: Quarterly Summary Report (3`d Quarter) IAIR/PCRB, 2013 ®ATE: October21, 2013 Attached you will find the 2013 Quarterly Report (Third) for the Iowa City Police Department Internal Affairs/Police Citizen's Review Board investigative file. There were three investigations initiated in the third quarter of 2013. The attached summary reflects the third quarter investigations in 2013. cc: CPRB Chief Hargadine Sgt. Troy Kelsay N O p (� w O n-C N r :gym s M Cn W ra ti o W N W N W W 0) o W O W m Q a .®tee mo 0 0 S�S $0 0 0 0 n n n n N N 5e xl C D c.)"< T7 Gn 9 0 a d 0 0 N N O y. n b Q d m :y DEPARTMENT MEMO #13-28 FILED 2013 OCT 28 AM 8: 22 CITY CLERK IOWA CITY, IOVIA TO: Chief Hargadine FROM: Captain Jim Steffen RE: 3Rd Quarter 2013 Use of Force Review DATE: October 25, 2013 The "Use of Force Review Committee" met on October 23, 2013. It was composed of Captain Steffen, Sgt. Lalla and Officer J. Bailey. For the review of submitted reports in July, 39 Officers were involved in 20 separate incidents requiring use of force involving 25 individuals. hi August, 29 Officers were involved in 20 separate incidents requiring use of force involving 19 individuals. 42 Officers were involved in 21 separate incidents requiring use of force in September. These incidents involved 21 individuals. All issues or concerns were identified and addressed at previous levels of review. Officers are reminded that the "Weapon Used" section is for a weapon used by the suspect not the officer. If an officer is completing a report for the destruction on an animal the suspect injury section should be left blank. Any injury on an officer or suspect will be photographed. The suspect injury section should only be filled in if the injury was the result of the use of force, Of the incidents reviewed over the three month period, a Taser was discharged on seven occasions, and on nine occasions a Taser was displayed which resulted in compliance without deployment. There was one SRT call out where officers displayed assigned weapons towards multiple people. In eleven incidents officers responded to calls where their firearm was displayed. In three incidents an officer fired their sidearm to destroy injured animals. In one incident an officer displayed their sidearm after being bit by an aggressive dog. Of the 61 incidents reviewed, 9 suspects and 5 Officers sustained superficial injuries as a result of the use of force. A Use of Force report from June was submitted after the 2nd quarter review was completed. This Use of Force report was from incident 2013007075, an SRT call out reference a person with a gun inside a house. All officers on scene displayed handguns, rifles or shotguns. Please contact the if you have any questions. Copy: City Manager, PCRB, Watch Commanders, Review Committee IOWA CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT USE OF FORCE REPORT July 2013 6' �v E 1) 2013 OCT 28 AM 8: 22 Officer Date Inc # Incident Force Use6lTY CLERK 10VIA CITY, nr 15.10 7/1 2013007287 Intoxicated Officers used hands on control techniques to Subject put the resistive subject into a squad car for transport to jail & again to remove her from the car once they arrived at the 'ail. 51 7/5 2013007442 Intoxicated Officer used hands on control and take down Subject techniques to take the fleeing subject into custody. 38 7/5 2013007468 Mental Officer used hands on control techniques to Impairment take the combative, mentally ill subject into custody for transport to the hospital 10 7/5 2013007450 Suspicious Officer displayed his taser when a subject he Person had confronted grabbed a beer bottle by the neck and took an aggressive stance toward the officer. 24 7/5 2013007452 Domestic Dispute Officer displayed his taser and ordered the subject, who was assaulting a female, to the round. 10,37, 716 2013007496 Robbery-3 #1-Officer used hands on control techniques to 48,35 subjects take the resistive subject into custody. #2-Officers used hands on control techniques & 1 displayed a taser to control the subjects assaultive behavior #3-Officer used hands on control techniques to take the resistive subject into custody after a lengthy foot chase. 57.9, 11 7/6 2013007519 Domestic Officers used hands on control techniques to take the noncompliant, agitated subject into custody. When the subject became assaultive one officer used OC spray to prevent the subject from kicking and spitting on officers. 85,93,9 7/7 2013007541 Armed Subject SRT-officers displayed side arms & rifles while 7,91,51, securing a residence, then discharged chemical 34,29,6, munitions & a distraction device before making 22,32,4 entry, locating a hiding subject and taking him 0,44 into custody. 44,5 7/7 2013007558 Theft Officer discharged OC spray and used hands on, take down & pressure point control techniques to take the noncompliant, resistive subject into custody. 20 7/8 2013007596 Traffic Stop Officer displayed her side arm when ordering subjects from a vehicle after a short pursuit. 02 7/13 2013007760 Warrant Arrest Officer used hands on control and take down control techniques to take the resistive subject into custody. 5 7/14 2013007826 Escape from Officer used hands on control techniques in an Custody attempt to gain control & regain custody of the suspect who escaped while being escorted into the 'ail. 41 7/17 2013007894 Suspicious Officer displayed his taser when confronting a person subject who was wielding a bottle & using it to damage cars. 05 7/22 2013008066 Intoxicated Officer used hands on control techniques to Subject take the uncooperative; resiting subject into custody. 62 7/22 2013008096 Suspicious Officer displayed his side arm when entering a Person garage where the fleeing subject ran & was hiding. 62 7/23 2013008125 Mental Officer discharged his taser to gain compliance Impairment from & control of the patient when he became assaultive inside the ambulance. 37,14 7/23 2013008127 Traffic Officers attempted hands on control technique Stop/Narcotics to control the subject, then 1 officer deployed his taser when the subject became assaultive, 37 7/24 2013008174 Intoxicated Officers used hands on control techniques to Subject take the resistive subject into custody. 40 7/25 2013008216 Armed Subjects Officer deployed his patrol rifle when responding to a report of several subjects handling & firing guns in a parking lot. 26,16 7/28 2013008317 Pursuit Officers engaged in a short vehicle pursuit when they tried to stop a stolen car. 5 7/230 2013008387 Vicious animal Officer was bitten by a vicious dog and displayed her sidearm when the dog continued to be confrontational. N Q Q 4) O C7'-G -�1C7 ca ca p..y i ern m M C co Y N ry IOWA CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT USE OF FORCE REPORT August 2013 i`�ILED 1013 OCT 28 AN 8: 22 Officer Date Inc # Incident Force t{. CLERK 10VIA CITY 51 8/3 2013008520 Public Intoxication Officer used hands on control techniques o take the assaultive subject into custody. 8,63 8/3 2013008552 Armed Subject Officers displayed their sidearms when confronting a subject who had been waving a gun around in a threatening manner. 68 816 2013008624 Traffic Stop Officer displayed his sidearm when he encountered a subject emerging from brushy undergrowth while searching for a driver that had fled after crashing into a bridge while fleeing from a traffic stop. 37,18 8/8 2013008681 Robbery Arrest Officers used hands on control techniques and 1 officer displayed his taser to take the assaultive subject into custody. 3,48 8/10 2013008748 Domestic Officers used hands on control techniques to place the resistive subject into the squad car for transport to jail. 10 8/10 2013008749 Public Urination 1.Officer displayed his side arm when the 2 parts confrontational subject reached behind his back & refused to show his hands. 2. When 15` subject was under control 2nd subject approached officer who displayed his taser when the 2nd subject refused to back away & show his hands. 51 8/11 2013008824 Public Intoxication Officer displayed his laser, then used hands on control techniques to take the combative subject into custody. 39,47 8/11 2013008799 Fight in Progress Officers used hands on control techniques to place the resistive subject into the squad car for transport, Once at the jail the subject became assaultive and officers again used hands on techniques to control the subject. 41 8/14 2013008916 Injured Animal Officer discharged his sidearm to put down an injured deer. 65,3 8/17 201300 0051 Violation No Officers used hands on control and take down Contact Order techniques to take the fleeing suspect into custody. 51,65, 8/18 2013009071 Mental Officers used hands on control techniques to 87 impairment control the assaultive subject & carry him to an ambulance for transport to the hospital. 62 8/18 2013009110 Injured Animal Officer discharged his sidearm to put down an injured deer. 9,37 8/20 2013 009190 Fight In Progress Officers used hands on and take down control techniques to take the resistive subject into custody. 19 8121 2013009215 Welfare Check Officer forced entry to a residence where someone inside was yelling for help & displayed his side arm while clearing the residence. 51 8/26 2013009504 Armed Subject Officer displayed his handgun when confronting a subject who was reported to be armed with a gun. 08 8/29 2013009637 Trespass Officer used hands on control techniques to take the resisting, uncooperative subject into custody. 38 8/30 2013009666 Fight in Progress Officer used hands on control techniques to take the assaultive, combative subject into custody. Officer encountered an emotionally disturbed Mental person cutting himself with a knife. The officer 64 8131 2013009762 Impairment discharged his taser when the subject refused to drop the knife & advanced toward the officer. 40 8/31 2013009753 Theft Officer used hands on and take down control techniques to take the assaultive subject into custody after he fled from the officer. 10,, 41 8/31 2013009763 Traffic Stop/OWI Officers used hands on control and take down techniques to take the fleeing, resistive subject into custody. N O w O C7': -1C) N 00 =gym s M o CC) N N IOWA CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT USE OF FORCE REPORT September 2013 FILED 2013 OCT 28 AM 8: 22 Officer Date Inc # Incident Force UWY CLERK 10VIA CITY, r 18 9/1 2013009839 Fight Subject fled on foot to avoid arrest, officer gave chase, caught up to the subject then discharged his taser when the subject became assaultive. 10 9/7 2013010112 Out with Subject Officer used take down control techniques to take the fleeing subject into custody, 10,57 9/8 2013010126 Disorderly House Officers used hands on control techniques and 1 officer discharged OC spray to take the combative subject into custody. 24, 55,2 9/13 2013010353 Theft Officers used hands on control techniques & one officer discharged OC spray to control the combative subject and take him into custody. 37,44 9/13 2013010384 Warrant Arrest Officers used hands on control techniques to take the resistive subject into custody. 48 9113 2013010493 Injured Animal Officer discharged his sidearm to put down an injured deer. 10,55,2 9116 2013010940 Domestic Officers displayed their side arms when they Disturbance had to force entry to an apartment where a domestic disturbance was reported. 37,64 9/17 2013010670 Mental Officers discharged their tasers and used hands Impairment on control techniques to take the assaultive patient into custody for transport to the hospital. 64, 5, 3, 9/17 2013010575 Domestic 3 officers displayed their side arms and 1 officer 59 Disturbance displayed a taser when they encountered a subject armed with a box cutter. 55,2 9118 2013010646 Mental Officers used hands on control techniques to 23,30 Impairment take the mentally impaired, combative subject into custody for transport to the hospital 8,40 9/19 2013010656 Warrant Arrest Officers used hands on control techniques to take the fleeing, resistive subject into custody. 59,48, 9/22 2013010814 Traffic Stop Officers used hands on control techniques & 1 87 officer displayed his laser, when taking the combative subject into custody. 49 9/24 2013010887 Fight Officer used hands on control and take down (1 of 3) techniques to take the assaultive subject into custody after she hit the officer. 49 9124 2013010887 Fight Officer used hands on techniques to move the (2 of 3) advancing subject away from him and create a safe distance. 49 9/24 2013010887 Fight Officer used hands on control techniques to (3 of 3) move the subject away as she advanced as he was arresting another. When subject continued to advance on the officer he discharged OC spray to keep her away. 87 9/25 2013010920 Mental Officer discharged his taser to stop the mentally Impairment impaired subject who was armed with a knife and advancing on the officer. 42,65 9127 2013011059 Mental Officers used hands on control techniques to Impairment control the resistive subject & get him transported to the hospital for treatment. 2 9/28 2013011064 Fight Officer used hands on control techniques to take the assaultive subject into custody. He then drew & displayed his sidearm as several other assaultive subjects advanced upon him in a threatening manner. 24,62 9/28 2013011084 Fight Officers used hands on control techniques and discharged OC spray to bring the combative subject under control & take him into custody. 62 9/28 2013011085 Juvenile Officer used hands on control techniques to take the combative juvenile into custody. 24 9/28 2013011094 Narcotics Officer discharged his taser and used hands on control techniques to take the assaultive subject into custody. 16,44 9/30 2013011148 Theft Officers used hands on control techniques to take the uncooperative, resistive subject into custody. N 0 C: -5:n w O D- - ®� C7-w N co �C7 m a IT'D Co > N N OPS-01.1 RA1)O0 C30) Wi VA U NI PROCEDUIRF Original Date of Issue General Order Number December 20, 1989 89-06 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 11, 2013 1 OPS-01 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2016 1 OPS-01 Previous Version C. A.L. E.A. Reference (see `INDEX AS:") INDEX AS Clear Text Communications Procedure Radio Use Ten Signals Use of Radios PURPOSE The purpose of this order is to establish a uniform manner of transmitting radio communications for all personnel of the Iowa City Police Department. This order consists of the following numbered sections: I. Mobile Operating Procedures II. General Operating Procedures III. Dispatching Assignments -Broadcasts IV. Dispatcher Responsibilities V. Stationmaster Dispatching Responsibilities VI. City -Wide Message Broadcasts o D� �+ y ...{ in n N K) r .<rn 3, m o� v� CO fV r OPS-01.2 MOBILE OPERATING PROCEDURES A. Monitoring the Frequencies 1. The volume control should never be set so low that you cannot hear messages being dispatched. B. Microphone Techniques 1. When speaking into the microphone: Hold it one to two inches from the mouth at a 45 degree angle; talk in a normal to slightly louder than normal voice. 2. Shouting will not help increase the volume at the receiving end, but will only distort the signal. 3. Whispering or talking in a low voice will also cause receiving problems. C. Frequency Conduct 1. Our conduct and manners on the radio are the standards by which many people judge the attitude, quality, and efficiency of the Department. 2. Personnel should be careful to remain in control of their temper and remain calm during the most trying situations. A voice with a temper usually receives the same in return. 3. Try not to transfer excitement as this makes conditions worse. Excitement in your voice will only create confusion in others. 4. When asked to repeat, do not become angry. What you have said has not been understood. Calmly speak slower and repeat the information. II. GENERAL OPERATING PROCEDURES A. Conservinq Air Time 1. In order to conserve airtime and keep the information open for emergencies, it is necessary to put as much information into as few words as possible. B. Stating Your Traffic 1. Stating the nature of your traffic helps the Dispatcher determine the priority of incoming calls. If a special form is needed,Z!�e Dispatcher can have it ready when you are given the "GO AHEAf� `b.e. "JCOMM from Iowa City 80 Time and Number," or "JtIM-from . Iowa City 80, 10-28." C. Transmitting Lengthy Messages 1. When you have occasion to transmit a lengthy mes Ems, it May bK3 beneficial to write it down ahead of time and read it writtep. Double phrase each group of words. Speak slowly enough for the Dispatcher to copy it. If asked to repeat a part, say it as originally given. Do not change the wording. Consideration should also be given to the use of cell phones or data terminals. D. Calling the Base Station OPS-01.3. 1. Always use the agency identifier and full number: "Iowa City 80" or "Iowa City 81." 2. Use the following format: a] "JCOMM from Iowa City 80" (1) Calling the base first and then identifying your agency/unit number. 3. The Dispatcher will advise "Go ahead Iowa City 80" when they are ready to copy your traffic. E. Calling Other Mobile Units 1. When calling another mobile unit, first use the officer agency and ID# of the unit you are calling followed by "from" and then your agency and officer ID#. Advise if on a channel other than channel Law One. a] 'Iowa City 81 from Iowa City 80." F. Phonetic Alphabet 1. The Phonetic Alphabet should be used for spelling out unusual names of persons and locations. The names used after each letter have been found to be the most understandable over the air. They should always be given as: a] "A — Adam," or "B — Boy," not as "A as in Adam" or "B as for Boy," etc. A Adam J John S Sam B Boy K King T Tom C Charles L Lincoln U Union D David M Mary V Victor E Edward N Nora W William F Frank O Ocean X X-ray G George P Paul Y Young H Henry Q Queen Z Zebra I Ida R Robert G. Pronouncing Numbers 1. Numbers are an important part of your message reading. Their confusion and miscopying can lead to much trouble, both for the Dispatcher and the others to whom your messages are addressed. Officers should clearly enunciate any spoken numbers. H. Standard Vehicle Descriptions o 1. Remember the word "CYMBALS" when describing m&or vehicles. Start at the top and move down according to the folloo o a] Standard Description of Cars rye N (1) Give top to bottom C. COLOR =�rjrn Y. YEAR g M. MAKE D B. BODY TYPE AND MODEL (2-door, 4-Vor, hatchback, etc.) OPS-01.4 A. AND L. LICENSE S. SERIAL Standard Description of Persons 1. Tell the most obvious thing first and least obvious last. When broadcasting person descriptions you are making an attempt to paint an image. Use the following as a guide: a] Standard Description of Person (1) Don't give a DOB. Pick specific age. (2) Pick a specific number for height. (3) Pick a specific number for weight. J. Ten Signals and Clear Text 1. Ten Signals should not be used. "Clear Text" more accurately conveys the message and is more universally understood by emergency responders regardless of their background/agency. 2. The following is a list of TEN SIGNALS acceptable for use by ICPD personnel in certain situations if necessary to maintain officer safety or tactical advantage: 10-29 Check records for wanted 10-32 Man with a gun 10-96 Mental subject 10-99 Records indicate wanted or stolen 10-200 Drug related Code 4 No further assistance needed K. Requesting 10-27's, 10-28's, and 10-29's 1. When officers are able to safely run their own queries, officers should do so. When running queries through Dispatch, always try to give the information in the same sequence each time. This will help you remember what information is necessary and at the same time will help the Dispatcher to anticipate what you will say next. This will speed up responses and save air time by avoiding repeats. a] Request for Driver's License (10-27) (1) By Name: Give the name (Last, First, Middle Initial) first, followed by the sex, race, and DOB (Date2gf Birth —year, month, day) which should be gRL-n in M same order that Dispatch enters the informat -tM tQ computer inquiry, i.e., 1955-08-26. �-< ry —... (2) By Number: Advise the Dispatcher thaf.�m are requesting a "10-27 by Number or File-.K pbEj&" When reading the Driver's License nun& br6ak tlde � number into groups of three. D co ..J b] Vehicle Licenses and/or Vehicle Identification NumbW (10-28) (1) Vehicle License: Request information by stating "10- 28," after the Dispatcher has given the go-ahead, then give the license plate number. It is only necessary to give the License year if it is other than the current year, OPS-01.5 and it is only necessary to give the State if it is other than Iowa. (2) Vehicle Identification Number: Request information by stating"'10-28 VIN." When reading the numbers, break where practical into groups of three digits. c] Stolen/Wanted (10-29) Information: When requesting a Stolen/Wanted check (10-29), specify in the call-up if the request is for other than a license check (i.e. if for name say "10-29 Name," if for article say "10-29 Article"). d] Read only one 10-27, 10-28, 10-29 at a time. Wait for the Dispatcher to give the "go-ahead" before giving any additional information. L. Reading Names and Numbers 1. The name should be spoken clearly, then spell the last name and the middle initial phonetically. If the first name might be interpreted wrong, spell it phonetically also. The time required for spelling ensures accuracy and reduces repeat requests. 2. When reading numbers, where practical, break into groups of three digits. When reading Driver's license or Social Security numbers, break where the hyphens appear. Pause slightly between each section of the DOB (month, day, and year). 3. Vehicle license numbers should be read without breaks unless they exceed four digits. If there are letters, pause between the letters and numbers. VIN's should be broken Into the appropriate three digit groups. III. DISPATCHING ASSIGNMENTS/BROADCASTS A. Transmissions shall be broadcast slowly enough to allow copying, but not prolonged so as to occupy the air unnecessarily. 1. Radio transmissions shall be answered promptly. When the base or mobile unit is not prepared to accept traffic, the calling unit shall be requested to "stand by." Excuses for not answering such as "out on a traffic stop," or "busy" shall not be stated on the radio. 2. Expressions such as "roger, will do, out, come in, go, clear, etc." shall not be used. 3. Base Dispatchers and mobile unit operators alike, when not acknow- ledged on the first call, shall place their calls for that unit at intervals and not continuously. 4. If an assignment requires copying, the Stationmaster shall say "prepare to copy," where the duration of the message is mor&Ahan ordinary length of dispatch information. If normal copp�n' g calmot be accomplished, the mobile or base operator shall advivAfttarl by" "'jj until he can copy. > -i —' �- 5. When a field unit is called by the dispatcher, the field01wi4ive F their agency/number and location. ;<m M o� B. The following procedure for assigning incidents to mobile urU S d;VgneP to insure the Field Officer ample opportunity to record all the neces"ry OPS-01.6 information and to eliminate the time-consuming process of repeating the incident. 1. Think before opening the transmitter. Form your thoughts so as to make your broadcast as BRIEF AND TO THE POINT AS POSSIBLE. 2. When contacting a mobile unit, the Stationmaster (identified by the radio identifier, "200") will call the proper unit and wait for a response. a] By first calling the unit and waiting for a response. This shall alert the Field Unit to prepare to copy. Example: Iowa City 80 from 200. b] It shall be the responsibility of the Field Officer to record all information to carry out his assignment. c] In case the Field Officer is not fully clear on all or any part of the transmission, he shall request clarification at the time the information is given out and not wait until he has arrived at the scene of the incident. 3. To further insure the Field Officer the opportunity to record all the pertinent information, the Stationmaster shall always, first give information, that is 10-50, burglar alarm, juvenile complaint, and second the location, repeating the address and then any particulars that are related to the assignment. C. When a Field Officer is calling the Communications Center, use the following format: 1. Call-up JCOMM followed by your full agency/ID a] i.e. "JCOMM from Iowa City 80." IV. DISPATCHER RESPONSIBILITIES A. Dispatchers of the Joint Emergency Communications Center (JCOMM) are responsible for the area law enforcement radio communications and dispatching including the ICPD. As such, they are governed by their policies and practices as established and approved by their organization and governing board. V. STATIONMASTER DISPATCHING RESPONSIBILITIES A. The Stationmaster will grant any reasonable request from a mobile unit. BUT WILL NOT: 1. Make decisions for the Field Units. These should be made through the Field Supervisor or the Watch Commander. 2. Field Officers should not rely on JCOMM Dispatchers to act a§ a secretary to make routine telephone calls; however, this mage an appropriate request to the Stationmaster. The Field Qfew has all- ri the information; therefore, the officer is likely in a betW:r osi en to _ make the call. `--J< r") 3. Field Officers should not rely on JCOMM Dispatchers4_btain information or make notifications which are not of an b3nt nature however, this may be an appropriate request to the 96nrrWster.� z' N r• OPS-01.7 VI. CITY-WIDE MESSAGE BROADCASTS A. The following procedures should be used when broadcasting City-wide messages of information that the Field Officer should be made aware of: 1. The Stationmaster will alert the Field Officer by stating, "All City units prepare to (copy nature of broadcast). 2. Pause thirty (30) seconds to allow the Field Officers to prepare to copy the broadcast information. 3. Repeat "All City units prepare to (copy nature of broadcast) and broadcast the message. 4. After the transmission of the message, units should indicate the message has been received. In the event an officer did not receive any or all of the message, he should contact the Stationmaster by phone or mobile data terminal. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N d 0 A "�f 41 0 C n-< N r ` rn m co N r ADM-03.1 PERSONAL VVEARANC AND �IMFORM REGULATIONS Original Date of Issue General Order Number May 23, 1994 90-03 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code July 2, 2013 1 ADM-03 Reevaluation Date Amends August 2016 1 ADM-03 Previous Version (2008 C.A.L.E.A. Reference 12.2.1g; 17.5.2 (see "INDEX AS:") INDEX A S: Ammunition Specifications Care of Uniform Clothing and Equipment Leather Goods Classification Personal Appearance Replacement and Maintenance of Uniforms Wearing of the Uniform PURPOSE: The purpose of this order is to establish the standards of uniform dress and authorized equipment for sworn officers and uniformed civilian personnel. 0 0 nC N m CO D N F.1-111T, GIB POLICY - UNIFORM REGULATIONS A. All sworn and uniformed civilian personnel of the Iowa City Police Department are governed by this order. B. All sworn and uniformed civilian personnel, while on duty, shall wear the prescribed uniform, except: 1. When traveling to and from work (optional). 2. When on special assignment and authorized by a commanding officer. 3. When making a court appearance, outside of regular duty (optional). 4. When making public appearances and authorized by a commanding officer. 5. When assigned to Criminal Investigation's Section (Criminal Investigation Section supervisors and Investigators) unless otherwise directed by the Division Commander or the Chief of Police. C. All sergeants and watch commanders shall wear the prescribed uniform while on duty, except as noted in (B) above. D. Uniforms, when worn, shall be neat, clean, and well pressed. Shoes, leather, and brass shall be polished. E. All officers assigned to plainclothes duties shall carry the issued badge case with shield while on duty. In the case of an emergency situation, planned raid, etc., the shield will be displayed in a prominent place for identification II. UNIFORM All uniforms will be approved and issued by the Department. No substitutions, changes or variations may be worn unless approved prior by the Chief of Police. Uniforms will be classified as "Summer," "Summer Optional," "Winter' and "Class A". A. Patrol Officer & Sergeant 1. Dark navy shirt 2. Dark navy trousers, and 3. Dark navy tie or dark navy/black turtleneck/dickey (winter) 4. T-shirt blue/black or white (summer) 5. Dark navy outer garment B. Watch Commander, Captain, Chief of Police 0 b� 1. Dark navy shirt c�-[ 2. 3. Dark navy trousers, and Dark navy tie or dark navy/black turtleneck/dickey (wir6r—+ram- 4. T-shirt dark navy/black or white TZ 5. Dark navy outer garment D C. Community Service Officers 1. Light blue shirt 2. Dark navy trousers 3. Dark navy tie or dark navy/black turtleneck/dickey (winter) N r z M co 0 N /_17rLYi9*1K 4. T-shirt dark navy/black or white (summer) 5. Dark navy outer garment D. Stationmasters 1. Light blue shirt 2. Dark navy trousers 3. Sweater E. Records . 1. Department issued polo shirt (summer), Department issued long - sleeve shirt (winter) 2. Tan trousers -summer, black trousers -winter F. Animal Services Personnel 1. Light brown shirts - long -sleeve and short -sleeve 2. Dark brown trousers 3. Dark brown/white turtleneck/dickey (winter) 4. T-shirt tan, black or white 5. Dark brown outer garment Animal Services personnel other than officers are authorized to wear approved jeans or tan colored trousers along with Departmental issued t- shirt and sweat -shirt. G. Department Shoulder Patches Uniformed Patrol, Community Service and Animal Service officers will wear Departmental approved shoulder patches on all uniform shirt and coats, H. Class "A" Uniform o The Class A uniform will consist of a dark navy dress blazercgnd m=hing trousers. It is to be worn with the winter shirt and tie. The dr9liE7rats a standard part of this uniform. The Class A uniform will be isgi to-4 Command Staff and worn at formal events as directed by tlf iieMf (� Police. :<m n M s I. Summer Optional Uniform ("Hot Weather Uniform") > CC) 1. The Summer Optional Uniform is an approved uniform for sD�cific assignments, duties, or missions at the discretion of the individual Patrol Officer or Community Service Officers when approved by the on -duty supervisor. Wearing of the Summer Optional Uniform for general patrol duties may be allowed during periods of extreme heat (forecasted temperatures greater than or equal to 85*F) when approved by the on -duty Patrol Supervisor, a Captain, or the Chief. 2. The purpose of wearing the Summer Optional Uniform is to provide relief to officers should the climatic conditions warrant. The Summer Optional Uniform will consist of a Department issued short - sleeve polo shirt with the ICPD badge embroidered on the left chest (Patrol Officers only) or the short -sleeve Summer uniform shirt (Community Service Officers only), Department issued uniform ADM-03.4 shorts, Department approved footwear no more than six inches in height and black socks which extend no more than two inches above the shoes/boots, If the officer chooses to wear a uniform hat, the hat to be worn is the Department approved black hat with gold lettering that says "IOWA CITY POLICE." 3. The intermixing of summer and winter uniforms with the hot weather uniform will not be allowed. Officers may wear rain gear with the Summer Optional Uniform but may not wear a winterjacket/coat with this uniform. Officers wearing the Summer Optional Uniform are still required to wear Department issued body armor. III. WEARING THE UNIFORM The following regulations will apply to all Departmental personnel, while in uniform. A. Cap 1. The uniform cap will be worn at the discretion of the individual officer, except when directed by a supervisor for extended periods of special duty, such as parades, formal or ceremonial functions, funerals. 2. The cap will be worn in such a manner that the lower -most part of the cap bill will be on a line horizontal with the eyebrows. 3. All caps will be worn with the plastic grommets in place, not removed. The proper cap shield shall be worn on the cap at all times. Patrol officers shall wear a black vinyl cap strap with gold buttons. All personnel above the rank of patrol officer shall wear gold cap straps and gold cap buttons. The Chief, Captains and Lieutenants are authorized to wear rank specific gold embroidery on the bill of the cap. NOTE: All patrol personnel and CSOs will have a Departmental issued dark navy "Arctic" fur hat and/or a stocking hat. These hats may be prescribed as part of the uniform of the day in extremely cold weather. B. Shirts 1. The long -sleeve shirt may be buttoned at the collar and worn with a tie or open -collared with an authorized t-shirt, turtleneck or dickey. Shirt sleeves will always be buttoned at the cuff and never rolled up at the wrist. 2. Uniform shirts shall have the pockets buttoned, with no bulky items contained therein. It is recommended that no items (pens or pencils) will be visible protruding from the pocket or flap. 3. T-shirts When a uniform shirt is worn without a tie, turtleneck or dicks a high neck style t-shirt will be worn. V-neck T-shirts of nyot authorized with the open collar shirt. The T-shirt sle RshA notes protrude below the sleeve on the short -sleeve shirt. c>-< N.) N r C. Ties and Tie Bars �m M 1. Ties worn by Department uniformed personnel shall e4iciao departmental specified tie. No other color or style vv%be pT nitted. m ADM-43.5 Only Departmental authorized tie bars or tie -tacks are permitted. No other insignia, tie bars or tie -tack shall be worn. The tie bars or tie - tacks will be worn at a point on the tie parallel to the bottom of the shirt pocket flap when the flap is closed. The wearing of tie -tacks or bars is optional. D. Trousers t. All trousers will be of a length that allows the cuff to touch the top of the shoe at the laces. Any lesser length will not be permitted. 2. Trousers will be clean and pressed at all times and will not be worn if showing signs of wear. 3. Except for special assignments, trousers shall not be worn bloused or tucked into boots. E. Shoes and Socks 1. Shoes shall be a black military style boot or oxford with a plain rounded toe. Any other style of footwear must be approved by the Watch Commander. Shoes or boots with any type of decorative stitching or adornment will not be allowed. Shoes and boots shall be kept clean, shined, and in good repair. 2. Socks shall be black or dark navy in color, of sufficient height to cover the exposed leg area when wearing trousers. 3. Socks of other color may be worn if required for a medical condition but the exposed portion of the sock must be black or dark navy in color. 4. A black lace type or pull -on boot is acceptable as winter footwear. Wearing of the winter footwear will be determined by the weather conditions and approval of the Watch Commander. G. Other Garments 1. Jackets and coats shall be of the color and style approved and designated by the Department. 2. Gloves — only gloves issued or approved by the Department stwll be worn. 0 3. Raincoat and cap — only rain gear as approved and is�d bye Department shall be worn. W—, —� t'-)-e N 1 N H. Emblems and Insignia <f-- 1. With the exception of raincoats, all outer garments an'Qrts� the prescribed police uniform will have affixed to them an �fr�'ial (ova � City Police Department patch. Exceptions to this are Iersonpal assigned to Communications, Records, Animal Service OfficFrrs, and other specialized units at the direction of their commanding officer. 2. Unless exempted, all uniformed sworn and civilian personnel shall wear the prescribed name plate, with their name and "Serving Since" date engraved on it. Name plates shall be worn on all uniform shirts, just above the flap of the right breast pocket/area. a. All uniformed sworn personnel will wear a gold colored name plate. ADM-03.6 b. Uniformed civilian personnel will wear a silver colored name plate. C. Animal Control will wear a name plate as designated by the Chief of Police. d. On all Department issued coats, a cloth name patch will be sewn on the right front identifying first initial/last name. 3. A police shield issued to a uniformed officer or civilian shall be worn on all outer garments and caps (ball caps and stocking caps exempt) while on duty. Uniform shirts and jackets have tabs for the wearing of the shield and they shall be worn on the tabs. 4. The designation of rank insignia shall be worn as prescribed. a. Sergeants shall wear three stripe chevrons on each sleeve of all long- and short -sleeve uniform shirts and on all jackets, excluding rainwear. b. Above the rank of Sergeant, uniformed personnel shall wear rank designation on the collars of each shirt and on the shoulders of each jacket. The rank designation will be as follows. 1) Lieutenant - single gold bar 2) Captain - double gold bar 3) Chief of Police - gold eagle or four gold stars. NOTE: Insignia will be one inch from the outer edge of the shirt collar and centered between the top and bottom of the collar. [see sketched examples at end of General Order] 6. Officers receiving meritorious awards may wear the award's designated ribbon under the officer's shield on the left breast pocket. 7. No other insignia, pins, charms, etc,, may be worn on the uniform except those outlined in this General Order, unless express permission of the Chief of Police has been obtained. I. Jewelry For sworn officers, CSOs, and Animal Service Officers the only jewelry which may be visible while on duty is a watch, conservative rings, and a tie clasp/tack. Specifically forbidden are items such as earrings, facial jewelry, necklaces, bracelets, and other items which may be considered unsafe when in a scuffle. Other non -sworn employees may wear vise a iew�, as long as it is conservative and does not interfere with assignecatjesc:3 f I. MEQUIPMENT S2 N �" A. Protective Body Armor o� 0� All sworn Iowa City Officers will be furnished body armor. Itwyfl3e 4? maintained and replaced utilizing standards recommended through V National Institute of Justice. Patrol Officers are required to wear their body armor at all times while on duty. All other officers should have their body armor readily available while on -duty. The exception to this would be that officers assigned bicycle duty do not need to carry their body armor on their bicycle when high temperatures allow them the choice not to wear body armor. ADM-03.7 B. Ammunition All sworn personnel shall be issued ammunition. No other ammunition, except Department approved, will be carried while on duty. C. Weapon While on duty, all sworn personnel shall carry a Department issued sidearm weapon. The make, barrel length and type of weapon shall be designated by the Chief of Police. D. Handcuffs One pair of handcuffs is issued by the Police Department. An officer may carry an extra pair of his/her own, if so desired, in a case issued by the Department. Pen Personal preference, but with black or blue ink. F. Watch Personal preference, but capable of keeping accurate time. G. Flashlight As furnished by the Department. H. Asp, As furnished by the Department. Traffic Whistle As approved by the Department. II. V. LEATHER GOODS All leather goods, except jackets, shoes, and boots, worn by uniformed sworn and uniformed civilian personnel, will have the black, basket weave design. A1112ather goods shall be kept clean, in good repair, and will be polished at al;_#Jmes.%Zertai Y specialized units/details may be exempted as determined by their S rvlaoor (example: Color/Honor Guard). N For regulation wear, the following leather items are approved and reAFAedjo. M '`' � 10 .� A. Belts 4; co 1. The 2-1/4" wide utility belt will be the main outer belt worn byl uniformed sworn personnel, below the rank of Captain, for street use. The prescribed 1-1/2" to 1-3/4" trouser belt shall be worn under the utility belt. 2. Belt buckles and keeper snaps will be brass and of the Department authorized style. 3. Officers assigned office duty will be allowed to wear alternative belts as approved by the Chief of Police. ADM-03.8 B. Holster 1. Officers will be issued holsters compatible with the type of weapon they are issued. Any other holster (shoulder, etc.) used while on duty must be authorized by the Division Commander. 2. An alternate holster may be worn by officers assigned to office duty if authorized by the Chief of Police. 3. While on duty, sidearms will be carried by plainclothes officers in an authorized and approved holster. C. Magazine Pouch The magazine pouch is to be worn on the belt and readily accessible. D. OC Holder The OC holder containing the Department authorized canister of OC is to be worn on the opposite side from the holster. E. Handcuff Case The handcuff case is to be worn on the belt and readily accessible. F. ASP Carrier If worn, the ASP carrier or scabbard is to be carried in a readily accessible position. G. Portable Radio Holder The portable radio holder is to be worn on the opposite side from the holster. H. Flashlight Holder The flashlight holder is to be worn on the belt in a readily accessible position. I. Belt Keepers A minimum of four belt keepers will be worn. Two keepers will be worn in the front, one to the left and one to the right. A keeper shall be worno between the holster and asp carrier. The two remaining keepigs willam worn positioned to the corner of the rear trousers pocket, on Qch sR left—n and right. All belt keepers will be worn attached around the LNjj arV trouser belt. Officers wearing Department issued duty -belt so nsrwt requiring keepers need not wear keepers. ;<rn VI. SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS / NEED '<:X CO Uniforms and equipment needed outside of the general issue for special o^', assignments/needs (examples: Bicycle Patrol, Walking Patrol, SCAT, SRT, and Pregnancy) will be issued and replaced as directed by the Chief of Police. VII. CARE AND REPLACEMENT OF ISSUED POLICE EQUIPMENT All Departmental employees are responsible for the care and maintenance of their issued uniforms and equipment. Should any items become worn or damaged, a U request for replacement is to be made with the Captain of Administrative Services. When approved, the damaged or worn item will be turned in as an exchange. SAMUEL HARGADINE CHIEF OF POLICE WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N 0 o w n :irj N :<~ DTI 3a p1q� 7 • 1 x oo 0 � N Cn Sketch Examples - Lieutenant Captain ADM-03.10 N � D V.l C-) _9C7 N .<r rrn m o; ZE;K Co > N cn OPS-06.1 EMERGENCE' OPERATION OF POLICE VEHICLES Original Date of Issue General Order Number January 23, 2001 95-01 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2014 1 OPS-06 Previous Version C.A.L.E.A. Reference 41.2.1, 41.3.3, 61.3.3 INDEX AS; Emergency Communications Seat Belts Traffic Stops Occupant Restraints Police Vehicle Pursuits I. PURPOSE The purpose of this order is to clarify the operation of departmental vehicles in non - pursuit situations. II. POLICY It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to ensure that all departmental vehicles are in safe operating condition and that they will be operated in a safe and legal manner. When responding to a call, members will operate vehicles in compliance with State Law and City Ordinances relating to motor vehicle operations. zi r; w c) �n N N �r i 3 T CO N OPS-06.2 III. DEFINITIONS Pursuit Driving: for the purpose of this order, pursuit means chasing a fleeing suspect who is exceeding the posted speed limit or driving in an evasive or unsafe manner [General Order 99-01 Police Vehicle Pursuits]. IV. PROCEDURES Police vehicles responding to calls will be operated in either a routine, urgent or emergency mode. These modes are defined as: Routine - Non -life threatening or property damage producing incidents. Le. shoplifting incidents, criminal investigation reports (not in progress), loud noise or disturbance calls, requests for service and other non -emergency calls. Routine responses involve no use of either emergency lights or siren. When an officer is operating in a routine mode, he/she shall obey all laws and ordinances pertaining to motor vehicle operations. Urgent - Immediate response, though there is no imminent threat to life or property. Emergency lights/siren may be used intermittently at the officer's discretion. I.e. property damage accident with roadway blocked. Urgent responses involve the use of emergency lights. Unless emergency lights are activated, the officer shall obey all laws and ordinances pertaining to routine (non -emergency) motor vehicle operations. Emergency (code 3) - An emergency situation exists, and there is an immediate threat to a person or property. Officer should respond with emergency lights and siren. When operating in or responding to an emergency assignment, the following guidelines shall be adhered to. Code 3 responses involve the use of emergency lights and siren. Emergency lights should be used at all times while responding to an emergency assignment. A. No unit assigned to departmental personnel shall be driven in such a manner or at such a speed that the officer is unable to safely maintain control of the vehicle. B. No unit shall be driven through an intersection which is controlled by an automatic traffic signal when the red light is showing until said unit has slowed to such a speed that they could safely come to a stop. The officer may then proceed with caution only after determining it is safe to do so. C. No unit shall be driven through an intersection which is controlled by a stop sign, until the operator has slowed to such a speed that they could safely come to a stop. The officer may proceed after determininq it is safe to do so. D. Sirens may be used whenever necessary in the judgment of the officer driving the vehicle. (There are many times when the use of a siren is unnecessary and only creates confusion and draws crowds.) E. When emergency equipment is deactivated the responding officer s4wl obey all traffic laws and proceed in a manner consistent with the n o al fife of traffic. n C3 "77 -1C' N r- z<m o� 00 � N N OPS-06.3 Use of Emergency Lights - Emergency lights may be used when, in the opinion of the operating officer, it is necessary to stop violators and/or alert passing or oncoming drivers to dangerous situations such as accident scenes. Once the need for displaying emergency lights is over, they shall be turned off. In a case where emergency lights are used to stop a violator, they shall be turned off as soon as it is safe to do so. Officers may elect to leave emergency lights activated if vehicles are stopped in a position that might create a hazard and/or if the situation itself is unsafe/unstable. The use of emergency lights and/or siren is dictated by the particular circumstances of a call. Examples include, but are not limited to: A. Responding to a call where there is an immediate threat to person or property. B. Stopping a vehicle on the roadway. C. At the scene of an accident. D. At a traffic control assignment. E. At the scene of a hazard or roadway obstruction. The spotlight is primarily designed for illumination of the interior of stopped vehicles. The spotlight shall not be used for signaling vehicles. When used to illuminate, the spotlight should be positioned so it will not be directed at oncoming traffic. When responding to an assignment, officers will not operate vehicles at a speed or in such a manner that inhibits his/her ability to control the vehicle. Officers will adhere to the basic rules of traffic safety, regardless of the nature of the assignment. Any officer who is involved in a collision will be required to explain his/her actions. Factors which the officer shall consider in determining the speed at which a police vehicle is operated include but are not limited to: A. the officer's ability to control the vehicle; B. roadway conditions; C. light conditions; D. traffic conditions; E. nature of the offense or situation; F. the danger posed to the public and the officer by the speed of the vehicle. The ultimate responsibility for the safe operation of a police vehicle is with the operator of the vehicle. When operating a vehicle in any situation, officers are expected at all times to exercise the highest degree of care. N O The operation of a vehicle against traffic on one-way streets or controllaacceg .� + roadways shall only be performed under the most extreme circumstancolpd f ly when specifically authorized to do so by a supervisory officer.6-- ::in IV When an officer is notified of an actual or potential emergency situationrothq;thaTn the communications center, the receiving officer shall report to the corn ca!Jns I� ro N 3 OPS-06.4 center the nature and location of the incident. When practical, the name of the person who made the initial notification to the officer should be recorded. PRIORITIZATION OF CALLS FOR SERVICE Calls for service received by the Communications Center shall be assigned a priority category. The priority assigned each call shall be based upon the urgency of the incident reported, with the highest priority given to life -threatening or potentially life - threatening situations. Calls shall be categorized and dispatched according to the following priorities: A. Priority 1: Those calls for service that involve life threatening or potentially life threatening situations are Priority 1 calls. The dispatch of an officer or officers is urgent. If sufficient manpower is unavailable for response, the Emergency Communications Operator (ECO) may call an officer en route to or already on the scene of a call with lesser priority to respond. Examples of Priority 1 calls include but are not limited to; life -threatening medical calls, personal injury crashes, crashes with unknown injuries, officer(s) in need of urgent or emergency assistance, shootings, stabbings, violent domestic dispute calls, citizens' report of an in -progress crime against a person etc. Officers responding to Priority 1 calls may respond in an urgent or Code 3 mode or a combination of both. B. Priority 2: Calls for service which may require an element of surprise to apprehend a perpetrator or require a shortened response time are Priority 2 calls. Such calls include; intrusion or panic alarms, residential alarms or bank alarms when the business is normally open, or reports of felony property crimes in progress. Officers may respond to Priority 2 calls in an emergency (Code 3) or urgent mode, or a combination of both. C. Priority 3: All other routine calls for service which require a timely, but non -emergency response are Priority 3 calls. Examples of Priority 3 calls include but are not limited to; reports of past tense incidents where a preliminary investigation is required and a suspect is no longer present, first -aid calls which do not involve life -threatening circumstances, property damage vehicular crashes, person(s) in custody who are not combative. Officers shall respond to Priority 3 calls in a routine mode. D. Priority 4: Calls for service which are of such nature that they may be taken when the area car is available. Priority 4 calls include but are not limited to animal complaints, parking problems which pose no traffic hazard, etc. Officers will respond to Priority 4 calls in a routine mode. N 0 UNIT ASSIGNMENT o �y To the extent possible the nearest available area car will be assigned isje �tial u >L of a Priority 1 call and will normally respond in either an urgent or eme2e!gcy ode} mode. The next nearest unit should be assigned as the second aljg2tot Secondary unit(s) should consider responding in a routine mode. eve if thy° gravity of the situation and/or the distance to be traversed would unn�essa de ^' r4 \� OPS-06.5 the arrival of the assisting unit(s), the secondary unit(s) may respond in an urgent or emergency (Code 3) mode. In these circumstances, the responding officers must weigh the jeopardy their response presents to themselves and the public. The assisting officer(s) must remain mindful of the fact that other emergency vehicles may be responding to the area in an emergency (Code 3) mode. To the extent possible, the nearest available area car will be assigned as the initial unit on a Priority 2 call and will normally respond in either an urgent or emergency (Code 3) mode. The next nearest unit should be assigned as the second unit to the call. Secondary unit(s) should consider responding in a routine mode. However, if the gravity of the situation and/or the distance to be traversed would unnecessarily delay the arrival of the assisting unit(s) the officer(s) may elevate their response to urgent or emergency (Code 3). Priority 3 calls should be assigned to an area car. If the ECO determines that there will not be an area car available in a reasonable amount of time, the ECO may assign an available unit from another area. To the extent possible, the complainant should be advised by the ECO of a timeframe in which a unit will be responding. When circumstances preclude a unit from responding in a reasonable amount of time the ECO may set up a time convenient with the complainant for an officer to respond. SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES Watch supervisors have the responsibility to monitor the use of emergency response(s) by subordinates. Supervisors have the authority to upgrade, downgrade, or terminate the response of a subordinate. UNMARKED VEHICLES Operators of unmarked police vehicles should be constantly aware of their reduced visibility and adjust their response and tactics accordingly. While officers in unmarked vehicles may respond to incidents, they should not be assigned as the initial unit on an emergency call. All unmarked vehicles used for traffic enforcement shall be equipped with emergency lights and siren. Officers operating unmarked vehicles not equipped with emergency lights and/or siren shall obey all laws and ordinances pertaining to motor vehicle operations. PURSUIT Officers of the Iowa City Police Department engaged in pursuit shall corroy with section 321.231 of the Code of Iowa and will be governed by the ltva CiE Police Department General Order # 99-01 Police Vehicle Pursuits. $c7 C -� D� c)-G N N ESCORTS Private vehicles or other emergency vehicles (law enforcement, f�' g'ReArtm ambulance service, etc.) shall not be given an escort by a member of:t6gdep.artm with the exception of a funeral procession or special event and in"thos&aexigent circumstances where the delay involved in an ambulance response to the sce)ne may create a life and death situation. R This section does not preclude officers from guiding 'lost' motorists, or providing non - emergency chaperoning for businesses. OCCUPANT RESTRAINT All employees of the Iowa City Police Department are required to utilize safety belt devices whenever the employee operates a departmental vehicle and shall comply with Iowa Code 321.445 requiring the use of safety belts on all front seat occupants. Persons being transported in the back seat of marked patrol cars should be restrained with a safety belt, when they are cooperative and it does not compromise the safety of the officer(s) involved. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N o _ D _1 —4 rj N CDX *;xZ o0 3> N N 0 POLICE VEHICLE PURSUITS Original Date of Issue General Order Number February 10,1999 99-01 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2014 1 Previous version of 99-01 C.A.L.E.A. Reference 1.2.7, 1.3.2, 41.2.1, 41.2.2, 41.2.3 (see "INDEX AS:") INDEX AS: Use of Force Vehicle Pursuits Reports Tire Deflation Devices OPS-02.1 I. PURPOSE It is the purpose of this policy to state the guidelines to be followed during vehicular pursuits. II. POLICY: The initiation of a pursuit is justified when, in the officer's judgment, a suspect exhibits the intent to avoid arrest using a motor vehicle to flee. Initially the officer must determine if the necessity of immediate apprehension outweighs the level of danger created by the pursuit. This evaluation must continue throughout the course of the pursuit by the officer and his/her supervisor. All pursuits will be conducted in strict accordance with section 321.231 of the Code of Iowa and all emergency vehicles will utilize both audible and visual signaling devices when engaged in pursuits. N Jul; C-3 `•7 C-) co N W OPS-02.2 III. DEFINITIONS 321.231 Authorized emergency vehicles and police bicycles. 1. The driver of an authorized emergency vehicle, when responding to an emergency call or when in the pursuit of an actual or suspected perpetrator of a felony or in response to an incident dangerous to the public or when responding to but not upon returning from a fire alarm, may exercise the privileges set forth in this section. 2. The driver of any authorized emergency vehicle, may: a. Park or stand an authorized emergency vehicle, irrespective of the provisions of this chapter. b. Disregard laws or regulations governing direction of movement for the minimum distance necessary before an alternative route that conforms to the traffic laws and regulations is available. 3. The driver of a fire department vehicle, police vehicle, or ambulance, or a peace officer riding a police bicycle in the line of duty may do any of the following: a. Proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation. b. Exceed the maximum speed limits so long as the driver does not endanger life or property. 4. The exemptions granted to an authorized emergency vehicle under subsection 2 and for a fire department vehicle, police vehicle or ambulance as provided in subsection 3 shall apply only when such vehicle is making use of an audible signaling device meeting the requirements of section 321.433, or a visual signaling device approved by the department except that use of an audible or visual signaling device shall not be required when exercising the exemption granted under subsection 3, paragraph "b" of this section when the vehicle is operated by a peace officer, pursuing a suspected violator of the speed restrictions imposed by or pursuant to this chapter, for the purpose of determining the speed of travel of such suspected violator. a. Police bicycles shall be operated in accordance with General Order 00-07 Police Cyclist. b. The operator of a police bicycle, may, in the line of duty, do any of the following; Proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation; Exceed the maximum speed limits so long as the driver does not endanger life or property. 5. The foregoing provisions shall not relieve the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons, nor shall such provisions protect the driver from the consequences of the driver's reckless disregard for the safety of others. o p w Pursuit - For the purpose of this policy, pursuit means chasing a fleeing ecRvho exceeding the posted speed limit or driving in an evasive or unsafe manrneK c� N rn m �� ZX nCO N W 1617 iP�c7 IV. PROCEDURES A. Initiation: The pursuing officer must carefully consider the safety of persons and property before engaging in a vehicular pursuit. Some of the factors that should be considered when determining whether to initiate, continue or terminate a vehicular pursuit are: 1. Time of day — high speed pursuits occurring during a time when there is a high level of activity (businesses, schools), are normally more hazardous than those occurring during periods of low activity. 2. Volume of vehicular traffic — pursuits occurring during periods of heavy traffic flow are more hazardous than those occurring at other times. 3. Location of pursuit — pursuits through residential areas or along streets near or adjacent to schools are normally more hazardous than those in lightly populated areas. 4. Weather conditions. 5. Road conditions. 6. Speed involved. 7. Nature of the offense — pursuits for persons suspected of involvement in crimes against persons are viewed as more justifiable than those for persons suspected of traffic or other misdemeanor violations or property crimes. However, there shall be no assumption that the commission or suspected commission of a felony constitutes automatic authorization to pursue by vehicle. 8. The condition of the police vehicle should be considered. 9. Consideration should be given to the driving skills of the pursuing officer. 10. Consideration should be given to whether the offender can be identified and therefore apprehended by other means. B. Officers shall be familiar with and use the following Pursuit Decision Matrix as guidance in determining whether to initiate or continue a pursuit. The Pursuit Decision Matrix is very similar to the Use of Force Continuum as set out in the Department's Use of Force policy. It is a guide designed to assist the officers in their use of discretion and shall be followed when making vehicular pursuit decisions. The degrees of risk associated with vehicular pursuit in specific circumstances are defined as follows: PURSUIT DECISION MATRIX GUIDES LOWER RISK 1. Marked vehicles o �c� o 2. Straight roads, good surfaces, clear line of sight C 3. Few intersections 4. Few or no pedestrians 5. Good weather—� 6. No hazardous maneuvers by violator 7. Speeds at or less than 20 m.p.h. over the posted Iin�rC 8. Officer is calm and in control w 9. Lack of special circumstances (i.e., school zones, hospitals, etc.) OPS-02.4 MODERATE RISK 1. Some intersecting streets (i.e., residential area) 2. Light pedestrian traffic 3. Moderate traffic, little congestion 4. Speeds 20 m.p.h. greater than the posted speed limit 5. Officer generally calm, under control 6. Some hazardous, but not extreme maneuvers (i.e., crossing center line to pass vehicles, sudden lane changes) by the violator. HIGH RISK 1. Frequent intersecting streets (i.e., a business district) 2. Poor weather, slippery streets, low visibility 3. Blind curves or intersections, narrow streets 4. Numerous pedestrians 5. Heavy, congested traffic 6. Speed twice the posted speed limit, or greater than 80 m.p.h. 7. Extremely hazardous maneuvers (i.e., driving against oncoming traffic, failing to stop for red lights) by the violator 8. Numerous vehicles in pursuit 9. Officer excited, not in full control of emotions 10. Existence of special circumstances (i.e., school zones, hospitals, etc.) NOTATION The courts have decided that the officer will be judged from the perspective of a reasonable officer on the scene (Graham V. Conner). With this in mind, officers should give serious consideration to all of the factors before deciding to initiate a pursuit and continue to evaluate the need to pursue versus terminating the pursuit. 0 o �+ n� C7 N 7 r rn orri »cam � oo � N CJ �]a;xosl PURSUIT DECISION MATRIX NATURE OF LOWER RISK ;DLRA I I. RISK 1111u I . OFFENSE VIOLENT FELONY May Pursue. May Pursue. May Pursue. IMMINENT Continue To Assess Continue To Assess Discontinue If Risks THREAT Risk. Risk. Exceed Known Threat To Public Safety If Capture Is Dela ed. FELONY -VIOLENT May Pursue. May Pursue. CRIMES Continue To Assess Continue To Assess Risk. Risk. Delaveci F�l_ONY- — May PLrrsue. - - 'May Pursue. L iscorit IIt ROPER I Y Contuuie 'Po Assess Continue fo Assess Ot 1MFS Risk Risk Do Not Pursue Dlsconiinu DEMEANOR Discontinue Discontinue TRAFFIC OR OR OR LATIONS ITIAT Do Not Pursue Do Not Ilmsue Do Not PLItsue 1- SAFETY LATE ` OR DO NOT PURSUE. DO NOT PURSUE � D0 RACTIONS A'. j1FD\F Officers must continually assess the nature of the offense against the risk factors. An officer's response must be consistent with the Pursuit Decision Matrix. C. Notification - When a motor vehicle pursuit is initiated, it shall be immediately reported to the Emergency Communications Operator by the initiating officer. The initial information will include: 1. The reason for the pursuit 2.. The location, speed, and direction of travel 3. The description of the fleeing vehicle, including license plat number. o `; 4. The number of occupants and description of occupgj�if o erve-. 5. The officer will update the information as it becomes avail a or' changes. = 0 ^' `ern a m D. Communication Center Responsibilities - Communication- a pursuit is vital to the safe apprehension of the offender as�+rre11 a he safety of the officers and bystanders. Emergency communications during pursuits will be conducted according to the established policies and 14 1 a practices of the Joint Emergency Communications Center and currently includes the following: 1. Immediately upon receiving information that an officer is in pursuit, the ECO will advise all other non -emergency radio traffic to move to another channel and give the pursuing officer priority use of Law 1. The ECO will advise the pursuing officer of any pertinent information concerning the area of the pursuit. 2. Notify a watch comma nderlsupervisor of the pursuit in progress. 3. The ECO shall record on the CAD log all the information furnished by the officer during the pursuit. 4. As long as the pursuit is continued, the ECO will manage the pursuit communications by re -broadcasting transmissions of relevance to other units involved. 5. Contact surrounding agencies and advise them of the pursuit. We do not encourage involvement of other agencies in the pursuit other than for perimeter control and assistance in attempts to identify the violator unless specifically requested otherwise. 6. When the pursuit leaves the city limits, or it is reasonably imminent that it will, the ECO will contact the appropriate law enforcement agency with necessary information. 7. As time permits, the ECO will run vehicle and registered owner information and broadcast pertinent information. E. Supervisory Responsibilities 1. A supervisor shall assume control of all pursuits. This can be accomplished through radio communications. Supervisors will monitor all pursuits and approve any special tactic that will be used. 2. In the event the supervisor initiates the pursuit, they should relinquish that position as soon as another unit becomes available and assume control of the pursuit as specified in subparagraph (1) above. 3. The supervisor's foremost considerations shall be officer and bystander safety, methods of identifying the fleeing suspect, tactics to stop the fleeing vehicle, and coordination of all officers. 4. Supervisors shall intervene and correct any misuse of police personnel involved in the pursuit. 5. The supervisor may, at any time, order the termination of the pursuit when, in their judgment, the necessity of apprehension is outweighed by the level of danger created by the pursuit. 6. Supervisors shall also assure that sufficient patrol strength is maintained within the city to handle routine calls for service. 7. The supervisor in charge of the incident shall approve any special tactics to stop the vehicle. o = F. Pursuit Tactics D y NOTE: Pursuit at high speeds under the best of condiqegs Wan extremely dangerous situation. Any tactic contemplatdfQvh#n hi� speed is involved, requires advance planning, taking&ta :w co IV W OPS-02.7 consideration the factors surrounding the incident at hand. Safety is the foremost consideration. The following are some possible alternatives to consider when determining methods of stopping the fleeing vehicle. C� 7 Consider alternatives, through radio communication and the assistance of other police officers. A determination should be made as to whether the offender can be identified and apprehended later. Use fuses or traffic cones to set up an apparent roadblock in advance of the pursued vehicle. Remember to clear the road and select a safe location. Use tire deflation devices to bring vehicles to a controlled stop. Do not use the spotlight focused on the back window of the pursued vehicle. Stationary roadblocks - because of the inherent danger of the use of stationary roadblocks in pursuit situations, it is the policy of this department that stationary roadblocks will be used for the purpose of stopping fleeing vehicles only: a) As a last resort, in those exigent cases where the use of deadly force would be justified to prevent injury or death to the officer or other persons, a stationary roadblock may be considered. If suitable materials such as construction barricades are not available, unoccupied police vehicles with emergency lights in operation may be used, as directed by the watch commander/supervisor. b) Stationary roadblocks will only be set up with the authorization of the supervisor in charge of the incident. To avoid creating an unnecessary hazard to pursuing officers and innocent persons, the roadblock will be located in an area of high visibility which provides a safe stopping distance for oncoming traffic. Under no circumstances will roadblocks be barricaded by occupied or private vehicles and all efforts will be made to remove private vehicles from the path of the pursuit. Moving roadblocks are prohibited without the express authorization of the supervisor in charge of the incident. Ramming will only be considered to stop a fleeing vehicle as a last resort, and then only in those extreme cases where the use of deadly force is justified to prevent injury or death to the officer or other persons. The officer must consider the extreme dung® to himself/herself, occupants of other vehicles and oth6user�-,pf the roadway. Permission to make deliberate contact wi ft� o offender's fleeing vehicle will be received from the s ivisut prioL.: to initiation of the act. --4 ro Specialized Police Vehicles a) Officers operating unmarked vehicles, equiitMvisu and audible signaling devices, may engage -phi rstdts on when the fleeing vehicle presents an immediate thi"t to OPS-02.8 persons or property and then only until a marked unit is available to assume the pursuit, at which point the unmarked will withdraw and serve only in a support role. b) Police vehicles without emergency equipment, i.e., visual or audible signaling devices, SHALL NOT ENGAGE IN PURSUITS with one exception. In those cases where the fleeing vehicle presents an immediate threat of death or serious injury, they may participate until marked police units arrive. 9. Following the Fleeing Vehicle a) All units will be spaced in such a manner to allow time to react to evasive maneuvers of the fleeing vehicle or another police vehicle. b) Officers will not pursue the fleeing vehicle the wrong way on interstate or controlled access roadways, or one way streets, unless specifically authorized to do so by a supervisory officer. 10. Aid to Outside Agencies a) Whenever units of another law enforcement agency are engaged in a pursuit and request assistance from the Department, the requesting agency shall advise the emergency communications center of the nature of the offense and the description of the fleeing vehicle before a police vehicle from the Department joins in the pursuit. If an outside agency contacts an Iowa City officer directly, requesting assistance in a pursuit, it will be the responding officer's responsibility to advise a watch supervisor and communications of the request and the circumstances surrounding it. b) The watch commander/supervisor must approve the request before any action is taken. c) No more than two Iowa City Police Vehicles will actively become involved in a pursuit initiated by an outside agency. This DOES NOT preclude other officers from deploying tire deflation devices, blocking intersections or otherwise assisting the outside agency. d) In instances where a vehicle is pursued by two or mgrg vehicles from an outside agency only one Iow(ECity Police Vehicle may actively become involved in the Oftit.FThe operator of this vehicle shall communicate th OeV direction of travel and other information to th a My y" Emergency Communications Center. eC— r,� M 11. Firearms oM $y a) Except under the following circumstances, s K r g �m df at a moving vehicle is prohibited. (1) When an occupant of the fleeing vehicle is utilizing deadly force against the police officer or other persons. (2) As a last resort to prevent death or serious injury to the officer or other person(s). OPS-02.9 (3) As a last resort to apprehend a person who has just committed a felony resulting in death or serious injury. b) The discharge of firearms shall not be utilized when the circumstances do not provide a high probability of striking the intended target or when there is a substantial risk to the safety of other persons, including risks of causing vehicle accidents. 12. Number of Pursuit Vehicles a) The number of Iowa City Police vehicles actively involved in a pursuit should be limited to two vehicles, a primary unit and a secondary unit. Other officers will be kept informed of the pursuit and should be in a position to assist if the pursuit enters their area of responsibility. b) There will be no caravan of police vehicles attempting to join the pursuit. c) There will be no attempt by officers engaged in the pursuit to pass other units involved in the pursuit unless permission is given by the supervisor in charge of the pursuit. d) Secondary units shall provide backup to the primary unit and may assume the pursuit should the primary unit become disabled. Secondary units should also ensure that communications of pursuit status is maintained. V. TERMINATION OF PURSUIT A. Pursuit shall be terminated under any one of the following reasons: 1. A supervisor or higher authority orders the pursuit terminated. 2. Upon the determination of the pursuing officer that, the danger to the officers or others in the area outweighs the necessity for immediate apprehension. 3. The offense is a traffic infraction, misdemeanor or other non-violent felony and the identity of the violator is known. 4. Visual contact is lost or the distance between the officer and the pursued vehicle is so great that further pursuit is futile. 5. The pursuing officer believes that the fleeing vehicle is being operated by a juvenile and the offense constitutes a traffic infraction, misdemeanor, or non-violent felony.. N 6. When there is an equipment failure involving the emESencyz° hts, siren, radio, brakes, steering or other essential mech001 -� equipment. � B. While not necessarily dictating immediate action, serious a17d ntSquingM consideration should be given to termination of a pursuit un he-9 following conditions: co 1. Environmental factors such as rain, fog or darkness substafttQially increase the danger of the pursuit. 2. Road conditions are congested by traffic or pedestrians, such as, at rush hour or in the area of any school. OPS-02.10 C. The termination of a pursuit does not prohibit following the pursued vehicle while obeying all traffic laws, or remaining in the area to re -initiate contact if circumstances dictate. VI. REPORTING A. The pursuing officer will forward a written report detailing the pursuit to the Division Commander before completing their tour of duty. The watch supervisor will forward a written report to the Division Commander within 10 days unless an extension is allowed by the Commander of Field Operations. The reports shall include: 1. Evaluation of the circumstances involved. 2. If the initiating officer followed the required procedures. 3. Were there other units involved and did they follow procedures? 4. Did communications perform their responsibilities? 5. Did supervisors perform their responsibilities? 6. Was force used to stop the vehicle, i.e. roadblocks or controlled stopping devices? 7. Were procedures followed regarding termination of pursuits? B. The supervisor of the unit initiating the pursuit shall be responsible for submission of a written analysis and critique of the pursuit through the chain of command to the Chief of Police. The report shall include an evaluation of the pursuit referring to the circumstances and adherence to this policy. C. A vehicular pursuit is deemed a "use of force", hence a Use of Force report must be completed. D. As a vehicular pursuit is deemed a "use of force", the Department's Use of Force policy and Use of Force continuum apply to vehicular pursuits. E. On an annual basis a documented analysis of all pursuits for the past calendar year shall be completed. This report shall be completed by the Sergeant of Planning and Research and be forwarded to the Chief of Police. The analysis is intended to reveal patterns or trends that indicate training needs and/or policy modifications. w VII. TRAINING y Officers shall receive annual training in the use of forcible stoppir7c) techniques. °gym ?a rri o� CO W7) > N Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police F,a This directive is for departmental use only and doe proceeding. The department policy should not be legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary claims. Violations of this directive will only f administrative sanctions. OPS-02.11 s not apply in any criminal or civil construed as a creation of higher sense with respect to third -party orm the basis for departmental a CD C-3 -1C7 N N per` 1 'Cr M �� qp D N r OPEN DOOR RESPONSE Original Date of Issue General Order Number February 9, 1999 99-02 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 18, 2013 1 OPS-08 C.A.L.E.A. Reference 1.2.4, 1.2.6, 81.2.13 See Index INDEX AS: • Use of Force • Supervisory Responsibility • Building Search • Alarm — Open Door Response • Canine Procedure I. PURPOSE The purpose of this policy is to define the responsibilities and duties of officers when they respond to burglar alarms, bank alarms or `open door" calls. H. POLICY It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to respond to burglar alarms, bank alarms and open door calls in a safe and efficient manner. When responding to these types of calls, they shall be handled in manner which provides maximum safety for the officer and the public. The decision to search a building in these circumstances will be made only after attempting to contact a representative of the building, or when a representative is unavailable, after considering all of the circumstances surrounding the incident. Warrantless searches shall be conducted only if circumstances jt�mkfying a warrantless search are present. ter, o r r1l o, $-r co rV OPS-08.2 III. DEFINITIONS IV. PROCEDURES A. BURGLAR ALARMS When a member of this department responds to a burglar alarm the officer should respond in a safe and reasonable manner. When approaching the location of the alarm the officer should consider the deactivation of emergency lights and siren if applicable. The officer should be observant for vehicles and/or persons leaving the immediate area. Upon arrival at the scene the officer should not park directly in front of the location from which the alarm is coming, instead they should park down the street from the alarm. The officer should approach the address from as concealed a position as possible. Upon reaching the exterior of the building, the officer should: 1. Check the exterior of the building for possible signs of a break-in. The officer should also check for open doors and monitor the interior of the building for suspicious activity. 2. If there are no obvious signs of forcible entry, the officer should notify the Communications Center [JECC]. The alarm company is responsible for contacting a business representative. Upon receiving notification from the alarm company of the key holder response, JECC should advise the officer if a representative is going to respond. If the representative requests that an officer accompany them into the building, the officer may do so after obtaining approval from a supervisor. When a representative requests an officer to accompany them to inspect a building, an entry shall be made listing the name of the representative as well as their relationship with the property in question. This will not constitute a search. 3. If there are signs of forced entry or attempted entry, officers should secure the perimeter of the building. When available, back-up officer(s) should check the immediate area for possible suspects or other buildings which may have been entered. JECC or the ICPD Stationmaster will contact a representative of the building at the officer's request. The representative shall be requested to come to the location before an officer enters the building. The contact will allow officers the opportunity to determine if anyone would be expected to be in the building. A supervisor should respond to the scene before entry is made. 4. If a building representative cannot be contacted, a supervispgwill make the determination whether: 1) officers will enteDthe balding to conduct a search; 2) the building will not be enter?jZ%dRxtra—n patrol" initiated for the building; and/or, 3) a search Wgh�nt4ill be., requested. Extra patrol requests will be forwarded =ist4bsequenf, watches as applicable. Regardless of the decision t6pteWr M secure the building, the supervisor of the day watch—m7esi'ffnee will attempt to contact a building representative the�ezt bL%iines� day. The building representative will be informed of the de, time OPS-08.3 and pertinent details of the incident and be asked for updated business contact information. 5. In instances where the building representative declines to come to the scene, a watch supervisor may authorize a search of the building if the building representative requests and consents to a search. 6. In instances where there is forced or attempted entry, the lead officer shall complete an incident report and any required supplemental reports. B. OPEN DOORS AND WINDOWS When an officer comes upon or is made aware of an open door, the following guidelines should be adhered to: 1. The officer(s) will secure the perimeter. At the officer's request, JECC or the ICPD Stationmaster will contact a building representative to come to the location before any officer enters the building. 2. If the building representative cannot be contacted or does not desire to come to the location, the officer(s) will secure the building to the extent possible and initiate an "extra patrol" request for the duration of the watch and subsequent watches as applicable. A member of Day Watch will contact the building representative the next business day. The business representative will be advised of the date and time of the incident and be asked for updated business contact information. C. SEARCH PROCEDURES 1. If a property representative is not available and there is a reasonable basis on which to conclude that an emergency threat to persons and/or property exists, a supervisor may authorize warrantless entry and search by officers. In the absence of such circumstances, any search must be pursuant to warrant. 2. In instances where the building representative declines to come to the scene, the watch supervisor may authorize a search of the building if the building representative requests and consents to a search. This does not require that the building be searched. 3. When a determination to search is made, with or without the contacting of a property representative, a supervisor should be present at the scene. 4. If a determination is made to search the property, officers should consider requesting an available canine team in assisting with the search. All use of canine teams shall comply with canine policies and procedures. 5. If it is determined that a search will be conducted, officers Sol[ verbally identify themselves as members of the Iowa;ity Pdce Department prior to entry. If exigent circumstances Vim, tR —n notification may be waived by the supervisor on then 10 e. --I N :Zi n N M m o� $ co C7 ry 1612�i : , D. BANK ALARMS Officers responding to bank alarms or other financial institutions shall utilize the authorized departmental protocol as identified in the Department's Field Training Manual. E. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS t. When assisting an outside agency in their jurisdiction, members of this department will be guided by this policy. Prior to the search of the building, an ICPD watch supervisor should authorize any participation by ICPD officers in the actual building search. The watch supervisor should confirm that the person requesting the search has authority to authorize the search. 2. When the building to be searched is a public building under the control of the City of Iowa City, an attempt to contact the appropriate department head should be made prior to authorizing the search of the building. 3. When a determination is made that an officer will search a building, the officer will make the determination as to whether he/she will draw his/her weapon. If the officer decides to draw his/her weapon, a use of force report will be required only if an individual other than other police officers are encountered. In instances where multiple officers are involved in the search of a building and an individual is encountered, the on -scene supervisor may authorize one Use of Force report for all units present. IN ALL INSTANCES, ALL OFFICERS SHALL BE GUIDED BY THE DEPARTMENTAL USE OF FORCE POLICY. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N a b nh w O -1 C^i N i r N N OPS-09.1 ipWA CITY aPRIFONEk *ON TRANSPOR'll' BSI. �hh9 POLICE Original Date of Issue General Order Number March 17, 1999 99-03 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 18, 2013 1 OPS-09 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2014 1 OPS-09 Previous Version C.A.L.EA. Chapter 70 INDEX AS: • Use of Force • Prisoner Transport • Handcuffing I. PURPOSE The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for transporting persons in the custody of officers of the Iowa City Police Department between points of arrest and initial booking. II. POLICY Transporting prisoners is a potentially dangerous function. Therefore, it is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to take the precautions necessary while transporting prisoners to protect the lives and safety of officers, the public and the person in N O C n W O �n .<r m A py� 1 1 o N OPS-09.2 III. PROCEDURES A. Vehicle Inspection 1. At the beginning and end of each tour of duty, all vehicles regularly used for prisoner transport shall be inspected for readiness as follows. a. The safety screen shall be securely in place and undamaged. b. All windows shall be intact and outer door latches in proper working order. c. Rear -seat door handles and window controls shall be deactivated. d. The interior shall be thoroughly searched to ensure that no weapons or contraband have been left behind or hidden within the vehicle. 2. Prior to placing a prisoner in a vehicle for transport, the transporting officer shall inspect the interior for weapons or contraband. The vehicle shall be searched again after the prisoner has been delivered to the detention facility or other destination. B. Handcuffing/ Use of Restraints 1. Officers should handcuff (double -locked) all prisoners with their hands behind their back and palms facing outward. 2. The officer may handcuff the prisoner with his/her hands in front, or use other appropriate and approved restraining device(s) where the prisoner: a, is in an obvious state of pregnancy; b. has a physical handicap; c. has injuries that could be aggravated by standard handcuffing procedures. 3. Known juveniles will be handcuffed only when reasonably necessary to ensure the safety of the officers, juvenile or others. 4. Prisoners shall not be handcuffed to any part of the vehicle during transport. 5. Additional approved restraint devices may be used to secure a prisoner who violently resists arrest or who exhibits behavior such that he/she poses a threat to himself, the officer, to the public, or to prevent escape. 6. Officers are prohibited from transporting prisoners who are restrained in a prone position. The technique of "hog tying" shall not be used by members of this department. C. Transport 1. Prior to transport, all prisoners shall be thoroughly searched founy weapons or contraband. 2. Prisoners should not be handcuffed together. CD 3. When possible, females should be transported separat onQnales. 4. Juveniles shall not be transported in the same area of QAiclkNmith� adult prisoners. 5. Special precautions should be employed when transport ij� hial-riski prisoners. In particular: :� co a. combatants should be transported separately; �' N OPS-09.3 b. members of rival gangs should be transported separately. 6. Prior to initiating transport, the officer should provide Communications with the following information: a. arrest location and destination; b. mileage reading before and after the transport of juveniles or members of the opposite sex; c. number of persons being transported; d. nature of the charge(s). 7. The officer should assist the prisoner(s) into the squad car, taking care to avoid the prisoner(s) striking their head on the vehicle. Prisoners should be instructed not to lean back on their wrists. 8. Prisoners should be transported in a manner that allows for constant visual observation. Officers operating vehicles equipped with video shall activate the camera to document the prisoner during transport. Seating of officers and prisoners should, when possible, conform with the following: a. Where the vehicle has a security screen but one transporting officer, the prisoner should be placed in the back seat on the right hand side of the vehicle. When the vehicle is not equipped with a screen and has only one transporting officer, the prisoner shall be placed in the right front seat and secured with a seatbelt. b. When a prisoner is being transported in a two -officer vehicle without a security screen, the prisoner shall be placed in the right rear seat. The second officer shall sit in the left rear seat. c. Leg restraints should be used when a prisoner exhibits, or an officer reasonably believes the prisoner is likely to engage in, violent behavior or is an escape risk. d. A solo transporting officer shall not transport more than one prisoner in a vehicle without a screen. e. Prisoners may be instructed not to speak to each other, or have contact with outside parties during the transport process. f. Prisoners should be secured in a seatbelt during transport if the officer(s) feel they can safely do so. 9. The physical wellbeing of prisoners shall be monitored during transit. Particular attention shall be directed to persons reported or suspected of being under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol or who have a history or propensity for violence. a. Prisoners who report or display symptoms of serious physical illness or injury during transit shall be taken to an emergency room for treatment. b. Escorting officers shall remain with the patient at all times unless relieved by other authorized personnel (this may in l de rrtgdical staff). *(-, o C. Potentially violent persons in custody shall be restrMiR All times in treatment facility unless such restraint would inte�A wn r' essential treatment. d. In the event a prisoner who has committed a seriou�;baen e is admitted to a hospital, long-term security may be appKpriO. InO N _. 2 OPS-09A such cases the supervisor of the arresting officer shall design a schedule that permits 24-hour security of the prisoner. Adequate rotation of officers will be maintained. Visitors, including phone contact, not approved by the Police Department shall be prohibited. Officers shall avoid fraternization with the prisoner. e. When released from the hospital, the prisoner shall be transported to the appropriate holding facility. The transporting officer shall ensure that all hospital treatment instructions and medication directions are given to the holding facility staff. 10. Symptoms or reports of physical or mental illness (such as threats of suicide or psychotic behavior) shall be reported to the receiving officer. 11. Any wheelchairs, crutches, prosthetic devices, and medication should be transported with, but not necessarily in the possession of, the prisoner. In instances where a person with a disability must be transported, and the disability prevents transport in a marked patrol car, a watch supervisor should be contacted for assistance. Alternate methods of transport may include but are not limited to the use of an unmarked unit, transport van, or requesting an ambulance to transport. 12. Prisoners should not be left unattended during transport. 13, Officers shall not engage in unrelated enforcement activities while transporting prisoners unless failure to act would risk death or serious bodily injury to another. In non -life threatening yet serious situations, officers should call for back-up assistance and may remain on -hand until such assistance has arrived. 14. Any escape shall be immediately reported to the communications center with a complete description of the fugitive, mode and direction of travel, original charge and propensity for violence if known. The officer shall ensure that the watch supervisor is notified. The officer shall complete a report detailing the escape. When a subject is not immediately captured, the watch supervisor should consider notifying outside agencies and request assistance. He/she may also consider the use of a canine unit in tracking the subject. If this is done, it shall comply with the general order pertaining to canines. 15. If a prisoner is an escape risk, the officer shall notify the receiving agency of this information. 16. When a prisoner is transported to the Iowa City Police Department for processing or questioning, the officer shall maintain control and shall ensure that visual contact is maintained with the subject at all times. In this case, the officer will decide if the handcuffs may be removed during the processing or interview process. Officers shall abide by all Departmental directives pertaining to prisoner/detainee procesigg and weapons security. o w 17. When officers are detained for a period of time waiting l it 9try authorization, they shall monitor the wellbeing of their pHEOer�nd ensure that restraints have not unduly tightened. OfficeMa3siglv2d tj� the prisoner holding van will check handcuffs of prisonesfra—pd faake M sure they are properly adjusted before prisoners are pla&M in fe Co �" ry 4 OPS-09.5 vehicle. The officer will inform dispatch of the check and the prisoner's name. At regular intervals, the officer will verbally check with the prisoners to make sure no problems have developed. If a problem develops, with two officers present and at the officer's discretion, the prisoner may be removed from the vehicle and the handcuffs or other problem checked. All checks will be noted in the CAD log. 18. Upon arrival at the Johnson County Jail, weapons shall be secured in the provided lockers. 19. Prisoners are considered in the custody of the Iowa City Police Department until they are received by Johnson County Jail personnel or released by the officer. 20. Persons who are transported for noncriminal procedures should be patted down and seated as indicated above. The officer will decide if the use of restraints is warranted. 21. Upon arrival at the receiving agency, the officer shall comply with the security requirements of the agency pertaining to weapons and prisoner restraints. Officers should advise the receiving officer of any medical conditions or special concerns regarding the prisoner as well as delivering all required paperwork and/or documentation regarding the subject. The receiving officer's name should be included on the appropriate form. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N _O C7 r M m > N F OPS-07.1 CANINE 0PERATI0Ii\\11 Original Date of Issue General Order Number April 21, 1999 99-04 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 18, 2013 1 OPS-10 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2015 1 OPS-10 Previous Version C.A.L.E.A. Reference 1.2.9 (see "INDEX AS:") E3 INDEX AS: n y -n Canine n-< =+c,> N PQ t ; Reports Searches 'gym M Use of Force co D I. PURPOSE ru o It is the purpose of this policy to provide guidelines for the management and use of the department's canine unit. The utilization of canines requires adherence to procedures that properly control their use and channel their specialized capabilities into acceptable crime prevention and control activities. II. POLICY It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to use trained canine teams in acceptable fashion to augment the traditional law enforcement and crime prevention functions of the Iowa City Police Department, The Department recognizes that under certain circumstances that the use of a canine constitutes a use of force and must comply with the Departments Use of Force policy. 1619MOYM III. DEFINITIONS Canine (K-9) Team: an officer handler and his/her assigned police canine. Canine Supervisor: an ICPD sergeant selected/designated by the ICPD Command Staff. The Canine Supervisor reports directly to the Commander of Field Operations. IV. PROCEDURES A. CANINE UTILIZATION 1. The Department's canine team is available on a 24-hour, call out basis to: conduct building searches; assist in the arrest or prevent the escape of serious or violent offenders; protect officers or others from death or serious injury; track suspects or locate lost or missing persons, or hidden evidence of a crime, and detect the presence of narcotics or explosives. a. Canine teams may be assigned "routine" calls -for -service when not engaged in canine specific calls -for -service or training. b. Canine teams may be called upon to do public demonstrations as assigned. 2. Canine handlers are responsible for determining whether a situation justifies canine use and the appropriate tactical measures that should be taken. Where the on -scene supervisor disagrees with the handler's tactical assessment, the Canine Supervisor or the Commander of Field Operations (or designee, when the Commander of Field Operations is absent) should be notified and his/her decision followed. Where time does not permit such notification, the directions of the on -scene supervisor shall be followed. a. Police canines shall not be handled or given commands by anyone other than the assigned handler. Should the assigned handler be injured or otherwise unable to command the canine, the canine should be removed from the scene. 3. Canine team assistance shall be requested by patrol officers through an immediate supervisor. Communications center personnel will forward the requisite information concerning the incident to the canine handler or unit supervisor. Requests from the Investigative Section should be routed through the Investigative Supervisor on duty, or if unavailable, the request should be routed through the on -duty watch commander. In instances where4e request comes from an active SRT response, the request wMbe routed through the SRT supervisor in charge of thee. C B. BUILDING SEARCHES FOR SUSPECTS IN HIDINGS nNi A primary use of canines is for locating suspects in buildinogrelwed M structures where search by officers would create an unnecoOry FAk to officers and/or bystanders. All building searches or entries (a1I c@Pnplyo with departmental directives pertaining to building searches and eery. In addition the following guidelines apply when a canine unit is used in the search: OPS-07.3 i. The building perimeter should be secured by responding personnel. 2. In all cases, an attempt shall be made to contact the building's owner or tenant, an attempt shall be made to determine whether there may be tenants or others in the building, and an attempt shall be made to ascertain the building's layout. 3. When a canine building search is anticipated, a preliminary search by officers should not be conducted, as this will interfere with the canine's ability to discriminate scents. 4. On -scene personnel should take the following steps in preparation for the canine search: a. Evacuate all tenants, workers or others from the facility. b. Request that all air moving equipment be shut down. 5. The canine shall not be used to search facilities that contain substances potentially harmful to the animal unless overriding risk to human life is present. The presence of such substances is a factor weighing in favor of an on -lead search of the property. 6. Unless exigent circumstances exist, prior to commencing the search, the handler or other designated person shall loudly announce that there are police officers on the premises and that a trained police canine will be released if the individual does not surrender. This will be accompanied by the warning that the canine will find and bite the individual. This statement shall be repeated at least once. In the absence of exigent circumstances the canine unit shall wait at least 3 minutes prior to entry of the structure, to allow the suspect a reasonable opportunity to respond. In multilevel, partitioned or large single level structures said announcement shall be repeated as reasonably necessary to apprise occupants of the structure that there are police officers on the premises and that a trained police canine will be released if the individual does not surrender. For example, this standard may require a repetition of the announcement at new levels, entryways or portions of the structure distant from the original location of entry. To the extent possible, any warning should be communicated in a manner so that it is recorded by an in -car or body -cam recorder, or given over an open radio channel for capture on the voice dat4gogs. The time and location of the announcement(s) should 11ff relayMi to communications for inclusion in the CAD but in any ca-'UbalRe -71 noted in the canine officer's incident report. 7. Prior to entry: �C-) N a. All exits should be under containment. Officers sho,9Rbe.,, M positioned in such a manner as to provide a view ot�sitFWith exposing them. Containment means the suspect co7n& dkape from the perimeter without being observed. CD b. Radio communications switched to a designated frequency and limited to a tactical nature. 8. The decision as to whether the search should be conducted on- or off - lead will be made by the handler based on the information available at the time. The presence of substances potentially harmful to the canine is a factor weighing in favor of an on -lead search. 9. When apprehending suspects in these or related circumstances, OPS-07.4 canines shall be commanded to disengage as soon as the suspect is subdued or readily complies with officer's commands. 10.Assisting officers should not walk between the canine and the suspect unless specifically instructed to do so by the handler. 11.The arrestee should not be transported in the same vehicle with the canine unless alternative transportation is not available and immediate transport is essential for safety or security reasons. C. REPORTS REQUIRED Use of specially trained police canines for law enforcement responsibilities constitutes a real or implied use of force. In this as in other cases, officers may only use that degree of force that reasonably appears necessary to apprehend or secure a suspect as governed by this department's Use of Force policy. In all instances where a canine is deployed, a supplemental report shall be submitted by the handler, or in the event he/she is unable to complete the report, by a watch supervisor. The supplemental report shall be forwarded to the Canine Supervisor. Whenever the canine unit apprehends a person, the handler shall complete a Use of Force Report. Whenever a canine apprehends an individual with physical contact, whether or not in the line -of -duty, the handler shall: 1, Summon a supervisor to the scene. 2. Examine the affected area to determine the seriousness of the bite or injury. 3. Obtain medical treatment for the person; medical personnel should examine the affected area irrespective of the perceived seriousness of the bite or injury. 4. Take color photographs of the affected area, if possible, prior to and following medical treatments. A "full body" photograph should also be included. 5. Complete an incident report whenever it is known or alleged that a canine has apprehended or otherwise injured an individual. The report shall detail the circumstances surrounding the incident, the identity of the individual involved and any witnesses, the extent of the injuries, if known, and measures taken in response to the incident. A Use of Force report shall also be filled out. Copies of the incident report shall be forwarded to the Canine Supervisor and the Commander of Field Operations prior to the end of the witch. o w D. CROWD CONTROL >� -n 1. Canine teams shall not be used for crowd control forpeacafal demonstrations or gatherings. —ram N 2. Canine teams shall be used for crowd control only L rapJovaMff the watch commander or canine supervisor, to prot :gajgwt the or property damage during a riot or unlawful assembly (seq�tt4 code chapter 723) that cannot be controlled by other means. In cMese situations canines shall: a. be short leashed at all times unless no other means are available to protect an individual from serious injury; and b. not initiate any offensive action, unless to guard against OPS-07.5 imminent loss of life or possible bodily injury. E. DRUG DETECTION Use of police canines in a drug detection capacity is authorized in the following situations and under the following conditions: 1. The canine unit shall maintain records that document the use and proficiency of individual canines in drug detection. This documentation shall be readily available to canine officers and others who may need it when seeking warrants. 2. Random exploratory sniffing of luggage, packages or other inanimate objects may be conducted in public facilities such as airports, and bus terminals, as authorized by the canine unit supervisor or other authorized command officer and in accordance with State and Federal law. a. When a drug detection canine alerts to luggage or related items, a warrant or consent to search must be obtained before it is opened unless exigent circumstances exist to justify a warrantless search. 3. The use of drug detection canines in public schools is permitted only when: a. The school's principal or designated authority requests or approves use of the canines. b. The search is limited to inanimate objects in public areas and the exterior of student lockers unless reasonable and articulable suspicion exists to gain admission to lockers and related areas where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. (see Iowa Code Chapter 808A, Student Searches) 4. Drug -sniffing canines may be used to sniff motor vehicles when: a. Reasonable suspicion exists to believe the operator or passengers are in possession of illegal narcotics; or b. During a valid vehicle stop, the canine is used to sniff the vehicle's exterior in an exploratory manner. Unless the canine alerts to the vehicle, the operator may not be detained Ion er than necessary to conclude the business associates) with Ee initial stop. Q n 0 F. TRACKING n < ro Police canines are available with supervisory approval to tra $RisSN1 g persons or suspects, or to locate evidence that the supervisocqps !�Pasori n to believe has been abandoned or hidden in a specified ops�aKeaoSucl0 searches are subject to the following conditions and limitatiefrs: 1. When officers are pursuing suspects and contact with the sopect is lost, the officer, prior to summoning a canine team shall: a. stop and pinpoint the location where the suspect was last seen b. shut off engines of vehicles in the area if possible; and OPS-07.6 G. avoid vehicle or foot movement in the area where the suspect or subject was last seen. 2. Canines used for tracking persons shall remain on a leash of sufficient length to provide a reasonable measure of safety to the subject of the search without compromising the canine's tracking abilities. 3. When used to locate small children, unless there is a reasonable suspicion of foul play or a reasonable belief that serious bodily injury or death will occur if the child is not located immediately, the search shall be conducted on -leash. If circumstances are such that an off -leash search is necessary, the canine officer shall explain the risks of apprehension to the parents or next of kin and their approval obtained to use the dog. 4. Canine teams should not be used to apprehend or locate persons suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs or the mentally disturbed, if no other crime is involved, unless the person poses an immediate significant threat of death or serious physical injury to an officer or others. G. CANINE USE 1. Teasing, agitating or roughhousing with a police canine is strictly prohibited unless performed as part of a training exercise. 2. Handlers shall not allow anyone to touch, pet or hug their canine without their permission and immediate supervision. Should a civilian express a desire to do so, they should be informed that police canines are working dogs and they can be dangerous if improperly approached. H. OUTSIDE USE OF CANINES 1. Handlers will not offer or provide the services of the police canine for use to any outside agency without supervisor approval. The on - duty shift supervisor will make the decision and grant or deny approval for the K-9 unit to respond to the requesting agent. The supervisor will consider the current availability of units withifahe city prior to authorizing the use of the unit outside th iljy. o —n 2. Emergency requests for the canine unit which occu n % canine unit is off -duty, will be cleared by the watch oo (pander a coordinated with the canine unit. --ice ro =err{ a I. CANINE USE AND CARE 00 Police canines are the sole property of the Iowa City Police%eparj�ent and assigned to the selected officer(s) as a law enforcement tool. Cphe canine officer has assigned responsibilities to maintain the animal, but the animal may be reassigned at the discretion of the Chief of Police. 1. Police canines shall not be used for breeding, participation in shows, field trials, exhibitions or demonstrations without prior approval of the Chief of Police or his/her designee. 2. Canine handlers are personally responsible for the daily care and feeding of the their animal including, but not limited to: OPS-07.7 a. maintenance and cleaning of the kennel and yard area where the canine is housed; b. provision of food, water and general diet maintenance as prescribed by the departmentally authorized veterinarian; c. grooming on a daily basis, or more often as required by weather, working conditions or other factors; d. daily exercise (police canines are not permitted to run at large unless performing police duties, i.e. training, under the direct control of the handler); 1) when someone other than the handler is exercising or otherwise handling the canine in public, the canine shall be muzzled. e. general medical attention and maintenance of health care records. The kennel area of the officer's residence is subject to inspection by the Chief of Police or his/her designee without notice. Any records pertaining to the canine which are housed at the officer's home are also subject to review and inspection without notice. VETERINARY SERVICE A licensed veterinarian will be chosen by the City to supply such veterinary services as needed. Periodic examinations will be arranged by the veterinarian for the canine. All medical treatments will be administered through the veterinarian's orders. In an extreme emergency the handler may utilize the nearest available veterinarian. The handler will notify the City veterinarian as to the illness or injury of the canine, and treatment given, as soon as possible. K. REFRESHER TRAINING In order to continually develop the skills learned in the initial training, refresher training will be scheduled as needed. The canine supervisor shall arrange for periodic training to include re -certification of specific skills at designated periods. The primary responsibility of maintaining thin; working capabilities of the canine will remain with the handlZ The;eanine handler shall forward documentation of all training to the de RneRs `71 training officer. N y =-in ro i :<rrn OD Samuel Hargadine, Chief of P�jice WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party OPS-07.8 claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. � n _O W o -1 G') N .<m A CO O USF or, FC) I \'\6 Original Date of Issue General Order Number April 28, 2001 99-05 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2014 1 OPS-03 Previous Version (2011) C.A.L.E.A. Reference 1.3.1—1.3.8, 1.3.13 (see "INDEX AS") INDEX AS: • Use of Force • Reporting • Significant Force • Investigation • Use of Force Model • Canine • Arrests • Warning Shots OPS-03.1 I. PURPOSE The purpose of this policy is to provide members of the Iowa City Police Department with guidelines on the use of deadly and non -deadly force. II. POLICY The Iowa City Police Department recognizes and respects the value and special integrity of each human life. In investing officers with the lawful authority to use force to protect the public welfare, a careful balancing of all human interests is required. Therefore, it is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department that police officers shall use only that force that is reasonable and necessary to accomplish lawful objectives and effectively bring an incident under control, while protecting the lives of the officers and others. ti � w riC) O III. DEFINITIONS A. Deadly Force (Section 704.2, Code of Iowa) — For the purposhi `4olic shall mean any of the following: � ✓m 1. Force used for the purpose of causing serious injury. o� bx co N3 N OPS-03.2 2. Force which the actor knows, or reasonably should know, will create a strong probability that serious injury will occur. 3. The discharge of a firearm, in the direction of some person with the knowledge of the person's presence there, even though no intent to inflict serious physical injury can be shown. 4. The discharge of a firearm, at a vehicle in which a person is known to be. B. Serious Iniury (Section 702.18 Code of Iowa) — Means disabling mental illness, or bodily injury which creates a substantial risk of death or which causes serious permanent disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ. C. Reasonable Force (Section 704.1, Code of Iowa)— Is that force and no more which a reasonable person, in like circumstances, would judge to be necessary to prevent an injury or loss and can include deadly force if it is reasonable to believe that such force is necessary to avoid injury or risk to one's life or safety or the life or safety of another, or it is reasonable to believe that such force is necessary to resist a like force or threat. Reasonable force, including deadly force, may be used if an alternative course of action is available if the alternative entails a risk to life or safety, or the life or safety of a third party, or requires one to abandon or retreat from one's dwelling or place of business or employment. D. Reasonable Officer: Objective Standard 1. "The 'Reasonableness' of a particular use of force must be judged from the perspective of a reasonable officer on the scene rather than with the 20/20 vision of hindsight. Graham v. Connor, 109, S.Ct. 1865, 1872. (1989) 2. "Reasonableness" also takes into account that police officers make judgments in a split second under circumstances that are "tense, uncertain, and rapidly evolving - about the amount of force that is necessary in a particular situation. Graham v. Connor, 109 S.Ct. 1865, 1872. (1989) E. Less Lethal Munitions (as used in this policy) —Any Department approved weapons and/or munitions system designed to stun, temporarily incapacitate, or cause temporary discomfort to a person. F. Use of Force — Any contact applied by an officer that significantly restricts or alters the actions of another and/or compels compliance with the demands or instructions of the officer. This includes the use of restraint devices such as handcuffs. IV. Code of Iowa - Use of Force in Making Arrests and Preventing Escape A. Section 804.8 Use of force by peace officer making an arrest._ o A peace officer, while making a lawful arrest, is justified in then otgny force which the peace officer reasonably believes to be necessaryy t�$ffect the arrest or to defend any person from bodily harm while maims th"rre However, the use of deadly force is only justified when a persbannot b captured any other way and either.' rn a 9 1. The person has used or threatened to use deadly force R=mQW ingO felony, or N.) OPS-03.3 2. The peace officer reasonably believes the person would use deadly force against any person unless immediately apprehended. A peace officer making an arrest pursuant to an invalid warrant is justified in the use of any force which the peace officer would be justified in using if the warrant were valid, unless the peace officer knows that the warrant is invalid. B. Section 804.13 Use of force in preventing an escape. A peace officer or other person who has an arrested person in custody is justified in the use of such force to prevent the escape of the arrested person from custody as the officer or other person would be justified in using if the officer or other person were arresting such person. V. PROCEDURES A. DEADLY FORCE 1. Purpose of statement a. To delineate the Department's policy regarding the use of deadly force. b. To establish policies under which the use of deadly force is permissible. 2. Policy a. Officers of the Iowa City Police Department may use deadly force to stop or incapacitate an assailant to prevent serious bodily injury or death. For this purpose and to minimize danger to innocent bystanders, the officer should shoot at the center body mass, whenever possible. b. An officer may use deadly force to protect him/her or others from what he/she reasonably believes to be an immediate threat of death or serious injury. c. An officer may use deadly force to effect the capture or prevent escape if: I. The person used or threatened to use deadly force in committing a felony, and ii. The peace officer reasonably believes the person would use deadly force against a person unless immediately apprehended. d. No distinction shall be made relative to the age of the intended target. e. Warning shots by officers of the Iowa City Police Department are prohibited. f, A verbal warning shall be utilized prior to an officer discharging a weapon unless it would compromise the safety of the officer or others. g. Shooting at or from a moving vehicle is prohibited, except under the following circumstances: Q i. When the occupant of the vehicle is utilizing deRlNfor&e _TI against the police officer or other persons. ii. As a last resort to prevent death or serious injuMkofWrs or - ^' 1 other persons. —+� iii. As a last resort to apprehend a person who has�rst � `Y'p committed a felony resulting in death or seriou h Jry�; r N W OPS-03.4 iv. The discharge of firearms shall not be utilized when circumstances do not provide a high probability of striking an intended target or when there is substantial risk to the safety of other persons, including the risk of causing vehicle accidents. 3. Injuries resulting from Use of force. a. Officers shall render appropriate first aid to any person injured or complaining of pain following the use of force. b. EMS will be summoned to the scene to ensure delivery of appropriate medical treatment when: i. Requested by the subject(s) involved. ii. The extent of an injury is unknown or not visible. iii. The nature or extent of the injury dictates. c. Officers shall err on the side of caution, requesting EMS to respond to the scene if in doubt about the existence or extent of an injury. 4. Surrender of firearm. When officers or employees discharge a firearm that results in personal injury or death to any person, the officer or employee shall surrender that firearm to his/her supervisor or a higher authority consistent with departmental directives. Firearms involved in police shooting incidents shall not be unloaded, cleaned, nor in any way altered from the condition immediately following discharge other than to make the weapon safe for transport. a. When more than one officer or weapon has been involved in a shooting situation resulting in any injury or death, the involved weapons must be surrendered to the commanding officer in accordance with departmental directives. b. The commanding officer receiving such firearm or firearms shall immediately secure and document the same as evidence. B. LESS LETHAL FORCE 1. Where deadly force is not authorized under this policy, officers should assess the incident in order to determine which less lethal technique will best de-escalate the incident and bring it under control in a safe manner. Officers shall use no more force than is reasonably necessary to gain control of an individual or situation. Officers are authorized to use force consistent with the Use of Force model. 2. An officer shall use no more force than that officer reasonably feels is necessary in the performance of their official duties. Use of force by an officer is justified in, but not limited to, the following situations: a. To protect the officer or others from physical harm. b. To control an arrestee or a potentially violent person. c. To restrain or subdue a resistant individual. Approved restraint devices are handcuffs (hinged and chain style), flex -puffs a@ nylon leg restraints. *c-) d. To bring an unlawful situation safely and effectively l r CuAtrol 3. Officers shall offer medical treatment to any non-combati rs^> whf' has been exposed to a chemical irritant / OC spray. Officrnha� !M decontaminate a person exposed to a chemical irritant arj�nti a tom ao � N C„) OPS-03.5 monitor the condition of that person until they are no longer in the custody of the officer. B. NOTIFICATIONS 1. Any officer who discharges a firearm in the course of their duty, shall immediately contact his/her supervisor. (This does not apply to animal euthanasia where supervisory permission to discharge the weapon must be sought prior to the destruction of the animal ((see section B in "REPORTING USE OF FORCE INCIDENTS")) or training situations) If this is not practical, the officer shall contact the on -duty patrol supervisor. The notified supervisor shall then contact the following individuals: a. The involved officer's Division Commander. i. It shall be the Division Commander's responsibility to notify the Chief of Police. ii. If the Division Commander cannot be notified, a watch supervisor shall notify the Chief of Police. b. The County Attorney of the county in which the incident occurred. c. The City Attorney. d. The City Manager. e. The Criminal Investigation Commander or his/her designee. f. Other as Required by the Mandatory Call Matrix 2. The on -duty watch supervisor shall be immediately notified or summoned to the scene of any incident where use of force results in a physical injury. 3. The on -duty watch supervisor shall be immediately notified when a chemical irritant / OC spray is utilized. 4. The on -duty watch supervisor shall be immediately notified when a conducted energy device is discharged. C. REPORTING USE OF FORCE INCIDENTS 1. Discharge of Firearms — report required. Any officer who discharges a firearm for any reason or purpose other than those exceptions listed in this section, shall make a written report to his/her immediate supervisor as soon as circumstances permit. This written report will then be forwarded through the chain of command to the Chief of Police for review. Exceptions to the requirement of a written report apply to the following circumstances in which no accident or injury results: a. The discharge of firearms on firearm ranges or in an area for firearms practice. b. Sporting events to include lawful hunting and organized shooting matches. 2. When, in accordance with applicable law, it becomes neg�ssargor arm„ officer to discharge a firearm to destroy an animal which*mperJA a danger or is seriously injured or ill, the officer will, prior ter-Owchaa++� ing the firearm, request permission to do so from the on dut ei'v�sor. such action must be immediately taken in order to protec� be o er's�drr another person's safety, the officer need not delay actin ,, rdito request this permission. In this circumstance, however, tO Wa4�b rn: OPS-03.6 Supervisor must be notified immediately after the firearm is used. A Use of Force report is required. 3. Review Committee. a. Use of force incidents shall be reviewed by a committee consisting of a minimum of three sworn personnel. i. The committee shall consist of a Division Commander, the Sergeant of Planning and Research and/or Training Sergeant, and a third person designated by the Division Commander. ii. This group will, at a minimum, meet every three months to review the Use of Force Reports from the previous three months. iii. The purpose of this committee shall be to review all facts and reports concerning use of force incidents for: appropriateness of force used, for any training which may be necessary, and/or any need for policy changes. This committee will make recommendations on these matters to the Chief of Police. b. All non use of force firearms discharges (e.g. accidental/negligent discharge), with the exception of the destruction of animals which are reviewed by the Use of Force Committee, shall be reviewed in a manner consistent with General Order 99-06: Internal Affairs Investigations as assigned by a Division Commander. i. At a minimum, this will consist of a Report of Inquiry and supervisory review. ii. The Division Commander and the Training and Accreditation Sergeant will review the investigation and findings to identify any training recommendations which are necessary, and/or any need for policy changes. Recommendations on these matters will be forwarded to the Chief of Police. 4. Use of Force Reports. a. A Use of Force Report with a written narrative regarding any use of force incident will be submitted in addition to any incident report. The report(s) shall contain the following information: i. Arrestee/suspect information. ii. Incident number(s), date and time of incident, and reporting officer. iii. Description of actual resistance encountered. iv. All required fields completed in Use of Force report. o v. The force used by the officer to overcome the raistance and the specific weapon or technique used. C-5 vi. A description of any alleged or actual injuries tp rerle officer or suspect. :4n r�, 9" vii. Pictures taken of any injuries to either the offic*,gf suapecm viii. Exposure to Chemical Irritant / OC spray will na9fy require the documentation of medical treatmetoafteiing�obffere? supervisor notification, and decontamination procedLNs. ix. A Conducted Energy Device deployment will additionally require the documentation of medical treatment, if medical treatment is refused by the suspect, supervisor notification, and the number of cycles/applications used. OPS-03.7 b. When the only use of force is the application of handcuffs, double locked, no use of force report is necessary. The application of handcuffs, double locked will be documented on a written complaint or citation or in the body of an incident report. c. A supervisor of the reporting person shall review the report for adherence to Department policy and procedure and document their conclusions. d. All reports concerning use of force shall be forwarded through the chain of command to the Division Commander for review. 5. Executive Review. At a minimum, the Chief of Police and/or designee will conduct a documented analysis of all reports and incidents of force annually. An analysis of reports and incidents of force could reveal patterns or trends that indicate training needs, equipment upgrades and/or policy modifications. D. INVESTIGATION OF USE OF FORCE RESULTING IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY 1. When any member of the police department is involved in an incident resulting in death or serious injury, a thorough and objective investigation of facts and circumstances will be initiated as soon as practical by the Chief of Police's designees and completed as soon as practical. 2. The Chief of Police or his/her designee shall decide whether the DCI and/or any other outside agency shall be called to assist in the investigation. 3. if an incident resulting in death or serious injury which involves a sworn Iowa City police officer occurs in another police jurisdiction, the officer shall cooperate with that jurisdiction, as set forth in Iowa City Police Department directives. 4. The on -duty watch commander/supervisor shall ensure that appropriate case reports are initiated and that potential evidence is preserved. 5. The officers) or employee involved in the death or serious injury shall be relieved of field duty without the loss of pay or benefits, pending the results of the departmental investigation. Other officers or employees involved in the incident also may be relieved of field duty without loss of pay or benefits at the discretion of the Chief of Police, while the investigation is pending: a. The officer or employee shall be available at all times for official interviews and statements regarding the case, and shall be subject to recall to duty at any time. The officer or employee must receive permission from the Chief of Police, or the Chiefs reprts�ntve, prior to leaving the area. If such permission is given, t n�fffiQ or employee shall supply the phone number(s) of his/herdoestioNr— and duration of the absence_ - rn I b, The officer or employee will not discuss the case with a mne except the prosecuting attorney and/or persons desig _ b'he Chief of Police or their designee. This does not prohibhe over or employee from discussions with his/her attorney. If the officer or employee may be the subject of internal review or criminal charges, OPS-03.8 his/her constitutional rights and administrative protections will be maintained. The officer or employee will attend post -traumatic stress counseling at the discretion of the Chief of Police. c. At the discretion of the Chief of Police, the officer or employee may be returned to duty upon departmental receipt of notification from the counselor or mental health professional indicating the officer's fitness for duty. 6. The investigation and administrative leave policy outlined herein is not intended to imply or indicate the officer or employee has acted improperly, but is designed to safeguard the officer or employee and the Department. 7. The Chief of Police may appoint one or more individuals to conduct a separate yet parallel (administrative) investigation into a use of force incident to ensure all personnel followed departmental policies and guidelines. VI. USE OF FORCE MODEL A. Police officers are given the unique right to use force, even deadly force, against others for legitimate law enforcement purposes. The right to use force carries with it an obligation to use that force in a responsible manner. Police agencies have an obligation to provide their employees with the policies, training, and tools necessary to accomplish their mission. Selection of a use of force response from the options articulated in this model will be based on: the skills, knowledge, and ability of the officer; the perceived threat and amount of resistance offered by a subject; and consideration of the situational framework. A defined Use of Force Model will enhance the department's ability to manage the use of force and will benefit the officer by providing guidance, resources, and options. B. Officers of the Iowa City Police Department shall follow the principles of the Use of Force Model. The model describes an escalation of force, which is based on a reasonable officer's perception of threat or resistance. As a subject's resistance escalates, more force options become available to the officer. When resistance stops, the officer must de-escalate, but only after control (e.g. handcuffing) is accomplished. Officers of the Iowa City Police Department must generally employ the tools, tactics, and timing of force utilization consistent with the Model's proscription and training protocols. Due to the fact that officer/citizen confrontations occur in environments that are potentially unpredictable, "tense, uncertain, and rapidly evolving" (Graham v. Connor, 109 S.Ct. 1865, 1872. (1989) the officer may utilize tools, tactics, and timing outside the parameters of the Model. However, these-appliNtions of force must meet the same test of reasonableness as those QL4 have -Tl been previously identified and approved by the Department. >=i C. Reasonable officer's perception / Reasonable officer's responsi? s e N �- attached matrix) �rn rn a � CO C� Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. 0 a n w -4 C7 :74C") N N p� Y �rn m ao N W LEVEL ONE Perception — Subject is compliant OPS-03.10 Response — Cooperative controls (includes: mental preparation, spatial positioning, communications skills, handcuffing positions and techniques, searching techniques, arrest and transport controls) COOPERATIVE• '• USE OF FORCE MODEL — FUNCTIONAL PROFILE COMPLIANT: LEVEL 1 COOPERATIVE CONTROLS > PERCEPTION SKILLS MENTAL PREPARATION > RISKASSESSMENT > SURVIVAL ORIENTATION > OFFICER STANCE SPATIAL POSITIONING > BODY LANGUAGE > RELATIVE POSITIONING > VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS > NON-VERBAL > WALL HANDCUFFING POSITIONS > STANDING > PRONE > KNEELING HANDCUFFING TECHNIQUE > CONTROLLED > WALL SEARCHING TECHNIQUES > STANDING > PRONE > KNEELING > OPPOSITE SEX SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES > FRISK > STRIP > SINGLE OFFICER ARREST TECHNIQUES > MULTIPLE OFFICERS r.i _ ESCORT CONTROLS > SINGLE OFFICER o h _o , > MULTIPLE OFFICERS � TRANSPORT CONTROLS > SINGLE OFFICER 1t7 <~ N > MULTIPLE OFFICERS n� Co W 1012016111111 LEVEL TWO Perception — Subject is passively resistant Response — Contact controls (includes: contact controls, conflict management techniques, mass formation arrest techniques (multiple officer lifts, stretchers, wheelchairs etc.) ONTAOT USE OF FORCE MODEL —FUNCTIONAL PROFILE RESISTIVE (Passive): LEVEL 2 CONTACT CONTROLS FORCE OPTIONS also includes all options from lower Levels CONFLICT MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES > SINGLE SUBJECT > MULTIPLE SUBJECTS > ARM CONTACT CONTROLS > WRIST > HAND > ESCORT TECHNIQUES ARREST TECHNIQUES > TRANSPORT TECHNIQUES > MASS FORMATION pg p J3 w C') -1n N N y �r :x G7 OPS-03.12 LEVEL THREE Perception — Subject is actively resistant Response — Compliance techniques (includes: neuromuscular controls, joint manipulation, nerve compression, chemical irritants, e.g. OC spray, controlled stopping devices for fleeing vehicle incidents) COMPLIANCE TECHNIQUES USE OF FORCE MODEL - FUNCTIONAL PROFILE RESISTANT (Active)- LEVEL 3 COMPLIANCE TECHNIQUES FORCE OPTIONS also includes all options from lower Levels > NERVE COMPRESSION TECHNIQUES COMPLIANCE CONTROLS > CHEMICAL IRRITANTS, CROWD CONTROL CHEMICAL MUNITIONS > CONTROL TACTICS > HEAD NERVE COMPRESSION TECHNIQUES: > NECK NEURO-MUSCULAR CONTROLS > ARM > LEG CONTROL TACTICS > WRIST ROTATION > ELBOW LEVERAGE BICYCLE > TAKE DOWN TECHNIQUES VEHICLE PURSUIT TACTICS > COMMUNICATIONS/ASSESSMENT SKILLS > PACING/TRAILING TECHNIQUES N a p D w h -IC7 N P r rn O� O N W OPS-03.13 LEVEL FOUR Perception — Subject is physically assaultive and may cause bodily injury Response — Defensive tactics (includes: personal weapon defense, e.g. hands, knees, feet, active countermeasures, etc.; impact weapons, e.g. ASP, weapon retention techniques, conducted energy devices) USE OF FORCE MODEL - FUNCTIONAL PROFILE ASSAULTIVE Potential Bodily Harm): LEVEL 4 DEFENSIVE TACTICS FORCE OPTIONS also includes all options from lower Levels > HEAD > HANDS PERSONAL WEAPON DEFENSES > ELBOWS > FEET > KNEES IMPACT WEAPONS (ASP) > STRIKES > IMPACT PROJECTILES > CANINE OPERATIONS LESS LETHAL WEAPONS > CONDUCTED ENERGY DEVICES > OTHER OPTIONS > FRONT WEAPON RETENTION TECHNIQUES (Less Lethal) > REAR > SIDE OTHER WEAPONS > CONTROL/APPREHENSION CANINE* TECHNIQUES 'Deployment of canine for apprehension/protection shall be preceded by actions of suspect which are consistent with Level 4 (Assaultive — Potential Bodily Harm) behavior. The exception to this is the deployment of canine for building searches or related circumstances, where the suspect actions are not known. In this circumstance procedures spelled out in the "Canine Operations" General Order (99-04) shall be followed. O c.a N �� M CO n W Al2M xIn LEVEL FIVE Perception - Subject is assaultive and likely to cause SERIOUS bodily injury or death Response- Deadly force (includes: weapon/weapons attack defense, lethal force utilization with service/supplemental weapons, forcible stopping techniques for assault with vehicle incidents) USE OF FORCE MODEL — FUNCTIONAL PROFILE ASSAULTIVE (Serious Bodily Harm/Death): LEVEL 5 DEADLY FORCE FORCE OPTIONS also includes all options from lower Levels > WEAPON ATTACK DEFENSE > WEAPONLESS > WEAPON RETENTION TECHNIQUES > SERVICE WEAPON LETHAL FORCE UTILIZATION > SUPPLEMENTAL WEAPON > OTHER OPTIONS OTHER OPTIONS: > CONTACT FORCIBLE STOPPING TECHNIQUES > ROADBLOCK N 0 q w --1 c7 r rn QD !V W 0PS-11.1 TRAFFIC', Original Date of Issue General Order Number July 30, 1999 99-07 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 18, 2013 OPS-11 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2015 1 OPS-11 Previous Version C.A.L.E.A. Reference 1.1.4; 1.2.5; 1.2.6; 1.2.7; Chapter 61 (see "INDEX AS:") INDEX AS: Arrests Traffic Enforcement Traffic Stops Citations Parking Enforcement Traffic Exemptions o Alcohol Enforcement o --n I. PURPOSE n� -' ro The ultimate goal of traffic enforcement is to reduce the number and sem4rtrty o"ehiJ crashes. Motor vehicle crashes continue to be a health and safety issue4'1i,-qing�eur m community; these crashes can result in significant injuries and death to p-2iRonTbf alo CQ ages, along with a significant amount of property damage. Creating a sa motoorriing community can be achieved through education to citizens, liaisons and partneruips with other agencies within the community to promote safe driving, and preventative patrol combined with aggressive enforcement by officers. II. POLICY It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department that motor vehicle stops will be performed professionally and courteously, and with a view towards educating the public about proper driving procedures while consistently recognizing and taking the necessary steps to minimize the dangers involved in this activity for the officer, the motorist and other users of the roadway. It is the purpose of the Iowa City Police Department to establish guidelines for stopping and approaching motorists in a manner that promotes the safety of the officer and motorist. III. PROCEDURES The Iowa City Police Department does not use a "quota" system for the evaluation of an officer's traffic enforcement activities. All officers assigned to patrol are expected to exercise traffic enforcement as a part of their normal duties and take those steps necessary to obtain compliance with traffic laws and will determine the appropriate action when dealing with violators. The emphasis will be on qualitative not quantitative enforcement activities. When deciding on the appropriate enforcement action officers should consider the seriousness of the violation and the circumstances surrounding the violation. In instances where the violation is a simple misdemeanor officers may opt to warn or cite the violator. In deciding to arrest a person for a "citeable" offense the officer should have an articulable reason for this action. The reasons may include but are not limited to, an expressed intent by the violator to miss a court date, prior knowledge on the part of the officer of the offender missing previous court dates, absence of an identifiable residence address, non -local residency. Acceptable reasons do not include a contrary attitude, alone, on the part of the offender. Warnings may either be verbal or written in nature. In instances where the offense is a serious misdemeanor or higher, officers should take the violator into physical custody. Arrests of all types should conform with departmental requirements pertaining to arrests. When a traffic citation is issued, the officer shall request the incident number for the stop and record the incident number on the citation. Officers shall include the incident number on all related charges and documents. While engaged in traffic enforcement, officers may encounter persons who are at times granted special treatment and/or exemptions to laws. Appendix I lists these situations and offers guidelines to assist officers in determining the 4 appropriate course of action when encountering these situations. o W Enforcement of Traffic Laws D-< nj — C7 � N All officers are responsible for maintaining an up-to-date know[ oflFBwa traffic laws and local ordinances. Consistency is an essential p* f a M traffic enforcement program. The guidelines in Appendix II are t44sil officers in deciding what type(s) of action to take when encountOng tlllnse situations. These guidelines will assist officers in taking fair, appropriate, and consistent enforcement action. Enforcement Techniques The Iowa City Police Department utilizes varied and diversified techniques in traffic law enforcement. Many variables must be considered when evaluating tactics to be used on a specific problem. It will be the responsibility of the officer, in consultation with the watch supervisor, to determine the tactics to be used. The tactics or techniques that may be used include but are not limited to: OPS-11.3 1. Visible traffic observation. Stationary observation in which the observer officer is in full view but so located as to require effort on the part of traffic to discover the observer. 2. Concealed traffic observation. Stationary observation in which the observer is not visible to persons using ordinary powers of observation from the roadway. 3. Conspicuous traffic observation. Stationary observation in which the observer is positioned in such a way as to "attract" attention by keeping in full view of traffic. 4. Area traffic control. Moving or stationary patrol observation in an area which includes a particular number of streets, roads or sections of highways. 5. Line traffic patrol. Moving or stationary observation on a specified route between two points, usually on one street or section of highway. Directed enforcement will be utilized/assigned on an "as needed" or "as available" basis. Directed patrol may be used for a specific violation identified in a particular area or at a specific time, or in response to an anticipated traffic pattern for a particular event. Directed patrol also includes the tactic of "Saturation" patrol in a specific area for either a specific violation(s) or for all violations. The watch supervisor has authority to determine the type and number of vehicles to be used for a specific type of traffic patrol. The use of an unmarked vehicle for traffic patrol will be used only upon authorization of the watch supervisor. The Iowa City Police Department will only use equipment which meets or exceeds requirements of the FCC and/or the NHTSA. Officers may use only those speed measuring devices approved by the department and to which the individual officer has been trained, and where applicable, certified. Said training will include instruction on the set up, testing, operational use and reading of the device. Officers shall set up and use speed -measuring devices in a manner which is consistent with their training and the manufacturer's specifications. All training will meet or exceed the requirements of the NHTSA. Prior to the use of a speed -measuring device the officer shall check the equipment according to the manufacturer's specifications. If any discrepancy exists the officer shall not use the equipment. The officer shall make note of the problem and forward an equipment repair sheet to the watch supervisor. It is the responsibility of all officers to see that attached speed measuring devices are properly cared for, The Commander of Field Operations or his/her designee will see that all equipment is maintained and calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications and will maint4b the records for the duration of the lifetime of the speed measuring5device:with the department plus two years. The ICPD's System Analyst will t*fiRspgsible_H ensure that all video -recording units are operational and havj ,jig naopeYi maintained. =ic> ^' 0 �'m A 'o Ms m � N OPS-11.4 ALCOHOLENFORCEMENT The Iowa City Police Department will create special enforcement programs aimed at the enforcement of Operating While Intoxicated laws, These programs may be in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies within the area. In an effort to minimize the damage done by drivers who are intoxicated or drugged, the Iowa City Police Department places a high priority on the training of officers in the detection and apprehension of intoxicated or drugged drivers. The department will actively pursue state and federal grants pertaining to alcohol enforcement. The Department may also use directed patrol in areas or engage in traffic safety checkpoints that could result in the identification of intoxicated or drugged drivers. As staffing allows, an officer is to be assigned to the traffic function for each watch. This assignment is to concentrate on, but not limited to; speed violations, child restraint violations, seat belts and OWI enforcement. All officers, whether on general patrol or directed enforcement duties, should be alert for driving behavior which may indicate that a driver is operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated or on drugs. When such an observation is noted the officer should: 1. note unsafe or erratic driving sufficient to establish enough reasonable suspicion for a traffic contact to be made but should not let it continue so as to endanger the public or the operator of the vehicle. Officers should attempt to stop the vehicle in an area that will not interfere with or endanger traffic; 2. prior to the initiation of field sobriety tests, note the demeanor, actions and signs of intoxication, These indicators should be noted in the ON packet; 3. attempt to administer field sobriety tests on all drivers suspected of driving while impaired. The information gathered during the administration of these tests should be recorded in the OWI packet. Field sobriety tests should include but are not limited to: HGN, Walk and Turn and One leg stand. The administration of a Preliminary Breath Test should be done at the completion of the field sobriety tests; 4. if the operator refuses to submit to field sobriety tests, or is impaired to the point it is unsafe to administer the tests, or is otherwise unable to perform the tests, base the decision of whether to take the person into custody on other observations of the operator's condition. Ibis mad include the statement of witnesses if applicable. If the persQ"efugs to submit to preliminary breath test they may be transported tdllq pcfte department for further testing. If based on the officer's obsItv'ticnof ttr� operator and the circumstances surrounding the incident th Ricer m believes the person is intoxicated, the person may be arresupor� suspicion of Operating While Intoxicated; co 5. if the person is arrested for suspicion of OWI, a search of At perm and vehicle maybe made incident to arrest. The vehicle may be either parked, towed, or turned over to a sober driver at the officer's discretion and OPS-11.5 depending on the circumstances (all searches shall be in compliance with departmental directives and current court decisions). 6. The administration of Implied Consent, and the breath or other chemical test, shall be pursuant to state code, guidelines from the Department of Transportation, and Department of Criminal Investigation. in instances where the operator of the vehicle is involved in a crash resulting in death or serious injury and the operator refuses to provide a specimen for chemical testing, contact the on -call County Attorney for assistance. In instances where the operator is unable to consent or refuse, use the request for chemical test forms pertaining to intoxicated drivers who are in that circumstance; 7. In instances where the officer believes the operator is impaired but chemical testing indicates a BAC of less than .08, the officer may contact a departmental Drug Recognition Expert for testing. If a DRE is not immediately available, officers should consult with a watch supervisor to determine whether to call in a DRE; 8. In instances where the operator of a vehicle is under 21 years of age and there are indications that their BAC is in excess of .02, transport the person to the police department for administration of chemical testing. If the result is in excess of .02 but less than .08 follow Department of Transportation guidelines pertaining to .02 revocations, and offer to assist in making safe travel arrangements for the individual from the police department. This would include the officer offering to transport the individual to a reasonable location. PARKING ENFORCEMENT Officers or Community Service Officers will respond to parking calls as available. All officers are responsible for enforcement of parking violations when brought to their attention or observed. Officers will be responsible for the enforcement of parking regulations on city streets and alleys as well as handicapped and fire lane violations on private property. The Parking Department has enforcement responsibilities for overtime parking. When called to a private property parking call, the officer or community service officer will make a determination if the complainant has the authority to request a vehicle be ticketed or impounded. When a vehicle is to be impounded, the officer shall follow departmental directives pertaining to vehicle impounds. Samuel Hargadine, Ch8f of PRce C-5 -{n K) i � rn a M opa=� co ru OPS-11.6 WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N Q n-( `- 4 C-) N (® .<r rn M ^ Go D N OPS-11.1 APPENDIX I — Guidelines Regarding Special Treatment and/or Exemption/Immunity While engaged in traffic enforcement, officers may encounter persons who are at times granted exemptions to laws. When encountering these situations officers may follow these guidelines or if still unsure of the appropriate action, should contact a watch supervisor for further guidance. Legislators are granted limited immunity from prosecution under Chapter 3 of the Iowa Constitution which states "Privileged from arrest. SEC. 11. Senators and representatives, in all cases, except treason, felony, or breach of the peace, shall be privileged from arrest during the session of the general assembly, and in going to and returning from the same." Members of the National Guard are regulated under chapter 29A.41 of the code of Iowa. The code states," A member of the national guard shall not be arrested, or served with a summons, order, warrant or other civil process after having been ordered to any duty, or while going to, attending, or returning from, any place to which the officer or enlisted person is required to go for military duty. This section does not prevent the officer's or enlisted person's arrest by order of a military officer or for a felony or breach of the peace committed while not in the actual performance of the officer's or enlisted person's duty." Other members of the military, including members of the Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and reservists who are on active duties are likewise granted limited protection. When an occasion arises that requires the issuance of a traffic citation, a physical arrest or investigation of a motor vehicle crash involving a member of the armed services who is operating under conditions which offer this limited protection, the officer will notify a watch supervisor of the circumstance surrounding the incident. The watch supervisor will contact the office of the commanding officer of the military member involved and advise them of the incident. Foreign diplomats and consular officials may be granted immunity. In these cases the officer should advise the person of the nature of the stop and make a determination as to if the person is able to safely continue on their way. In instances where the ability of the operator of the vehicle is in doubt the officer should take steps to insure the person safely gets to their destination. These steps may include but are not limited to; locating another driver, contacting a cab, or contacting the consulate of the person involved or the United States Department of State for further assistance. Foreign nationals are subject to the laws of the State of Iowa, however there may be consular notification requirements. If a foreign national is stopped for a traffic violation, or is involved in a motor vehicle crash which requires no special investigation, there are no notification requirements. If a foreign national is physically arrested or detabi-d for a substantial period of time there may be notification requirements. In QRse circumstances, refer to the Consular Notification and Access booklet in "ratF& commander's office for guidance. Juveniles may be issued citations for traffic violations without notificatiog'(Pheir. m parents. In instances where a juvenile is being taken into custody the appj�abr juvenile procedures should be followed. If a juvenile is arrested for OV*he oftcer shall attempt to contact the parent(s) or other responsible adult prior to initiating Implied Consent. Non Iowa residents will be treated the same as Iowa residents with regard to the issuance of traffic citations. In instances where an officer has an articulable reason for believing that a person is unlikely to appear for the scheduled court appearance, the officer may require that a cash bond be posted or the person may be taken before the nearest magistrate for arraignment. The Iowa City Police Department encourages the practice of cite and release whenever possible. N O o c-) W o �n =gym n o7, aD A N OPS-11.9 APPENDIX II — Guidelines for Traffic Enforcement Enforcement of Traffic Laws All officers are responsible for maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of Iowa traffic laws and local ordinances. Consistency is an essential part of any traffic enforcement program. The following guidelines are to assist officers in deciding what type(s) of action to take when encountering these situations. These guidelines will assist officers in taking fair, appropriate, and consistent enforcement action. 1. Operating While Intoxicated: Recognizing that intoxicated individuals who choose to operate a motor vehicle pose a significant threat to the safety of themselves and others in Iowa City, the Iowa City Police Department will strictly enforce violations when a person operates a vehicle while intoxicated or drugged. Officers are also encouraged to strictly enforce Iowa's .02 Zero Tolerance law pertaining to underage drinking and driving. 2. Operating while suspended, revoked, or barred. Operating a motor vehicle while a license is suspended, revoked or barred shows a disregard for the law and members of this department will enforce all such violations. Upon confirmation from DOT of the suspension, revocation or barment, officers are to file the applicable charge. Officers should check for the registered owner of the vehicle being operated by the subject, and if the operator is listed as a registered owner, the officer should check to see if the operator is eligible to have vehicles registered in his/her name. If the operator is not so entitled, pursuant to Iowa law the officer shall take custody of the license plates and, if available, the registration and drivers license and send them to the Department of Transportation. Officers should also check for any unserved suspensions on the operator and, if present, serve such suspension on the operator. 3. Speed enforcement. A driver who operates a vehicle in disregard for the posted speed limit is one who can and does cause a large number of motor vehicle crashes. Officers of the Iowa City Police Department are to take enforcement action when speed violations are observed. Since the stopping distance of a vehicle is directly related to its speed, particular efforts should be made in and around areas which have significant numbers of children or heavy concentrations of pedestrian traffic. 4. Hazardous violations. There are many violations of the traffic code that may be considered hazardous. These violations are those that could, under the right circumstances, result in a vehicle crash. Some types of violations considered hazardous are disregard of a traffic control device, failure to yield, reckless driving, and improper lane changelusage. Since the Wfore mentioned violations are involved in large number of the mot=vehi `e crashes in Iowa City, officers are expected to take aggressive,�Aoonshen—,J these violations occur. 5. Off -Road vehicle violations. Members of this department will N �" appropriate action when they observe illegal on -road use of arx f ro:d r7i vehicle. This includes, but is not limited to, enforcement of eq i nerffK registration and licensing requirements. In instances where Me'Fiicleft being operated off the roadway, officers need to determine if Ke opENtion is on property where the operator is entitled to be. If the vehicle is operated on private property without the permission of the controlling party, the officer OPS-11.10 may pursue appropriate criminal charges. In instances where the vehicle is being operated on public property, the officer will make a determination as to if the particular area allows the operation of motorized vehicles. 6. Vehicles operated on private property. When a vehicle is being operated on private property with the permission of the controlling party, the officer may enforce the OWI, reckless driving and accident reporting sections of the Iowa code. 7. Equipment violations. In order for a vehicle to be safely operated on a roadway it must be equipped pursuant to state code. In many cases, the operator of a vehicle may not be aware that a piece of equipment is not operating, i.e., taillight, brake light. A warning by an officer may be all that is required to insure the defect is corrected. In those situations where a motorist is aware of a problem and has failed to correct it in a reasonable amount of time, or the violation is such that it could result in a crash, other action may be required: i.e. citation, or parking of the vehicle. 8. Commercial vehicle violations. All public and commercial vehicle regulations will be enforced; however, the officer's discretion, training and knowledge will determine the action to be taken for violations of public and/or commercial vehicle regulations. The officer may call a department member trained in commercial motor vehicles or contact the Iowa Department of Transportation for assistance. In all instances where a commercial carrier is involved in a motor vehicle crash involving serious personal injury or death, the officer should contact a trained commercial vehicle inspector for assistance in the investigation. 9. Less -Hazardous violations. The officer should take notice of less serious violations and may make contact with the violator. The circumstances surrounding the violation should be taken into consideration when determining the enforcement action to be taken. 10. Multiple violations. While the "stacking" of violations is not encouraged, the circumstances and seriousness of the violations should guide the officer in deciding the appropriate enforcement action. 11. Newly enacted laws and/or regulations. When newly enacted laws or regulations are passed and become applicable to the motoring public, the enforcement guidelines prescribed in the text of the new law will be followed. The enforcement date of new laws/regulations will be determined by the Chief of Police or his/her designee in consultation with the city or county attorney. 12. Enforcement guidelines for motor vehicle crashes. Officers will take enforcement action when their motor vehicle crash investigation or reporting activities provide probable cause to believe that a law or ordinance has been violated. If a citation is not issued, the officer may be required4 justifE his/her action. co 13. Pedestrian and bicycle violations. Officers should use discreti6b4nAlke appropriate enforcement action for violations committed by peaasf iaanq bicycles on public property. Consideration should be given to e�age of thrn violator and the seriousness, location, and time of day of the ionx 14. When an officer encounters an operator whom he/she feels sh0 referred to the Department of Transportation for re-examinati, the officer OPS-11.11 shall complete an incident report pertaining to the incident. The report shall contain the circumstances surrounding the incident, including time of day, weather and street conditions, and the operator's information. The report shall also include the reason(s) why the officer believes the person should be re-examined. The report along with the DOT driver's referral form should be submitted to the watch supervisor for review prior to submission to DOT (note: age alone is not a reason for re-examination). v 0 o W n=� 0 n N N =�M m n� 0 b o N OPS-16.1 Original Date of Issue General Order Number September 25, 2000 00-07 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 18, 2013 1 OPS-16 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2015 OPS-16Previous Version C.A.LEA. Reference 41.1.3 (see "INDEX AS:") INDEX AS: Special Purpose Vehicles Vehicle Operations Police Cyclist Communications Body Armor PURPOSE The purpose of this policy to direct bicycle patrol operations. The Iowa City Police Department recognizes that bicycle (bike) patrol facilitates communications between officers and the public. Bike patrol also provides added mobility over automobiles in areas that are not accessible by motorized vehicles or traditionally are not patrolled. II. POLICY The Iowa City Police Department recognizes the need for specially equipped bicycles operated by trained cyclists. Iowa City Police Cyclists are expected to abide by state code and city ordinances pertaininq to bicycles and "roadway" usage. O n a; <� -Ir �m n 1�1 o;5Z 00 1' N 16105MM III. DEFINITIONS Iowa Code section 321.231 states as follows: Authorized emergency vehicles and police bicycles. A. The driver of an authorized emergency vehicle, when responding to an emergency call or when in the pursuit of an actual or suspected perpetrator of a felony or in response to an incident dangerous to the public or when responding to but not upon returning from a fire alarm, may exercise the privileges set forth in this section. B. The driver of any authorized emergency vehicle, may: 1. Park or stand an authorized emergency vehicle, irrespective of the provisions of this chapter. 2. Disregard laws or regulations governing direction of movement for the minimum distance necessary before an alternative route that conforms to the traffic laws and regulations is available. C. The driver of a fire department vehicle, police vehicle, or ambulance, or a peace officer riding a police bicycle in the line of duty may do any of the following: 1. Proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operation. 2. Exceed the maximum speed limits so long as the driver does not endanger life or property. D. The exemptions granted to an authorized emergency vehicle under subsection 2 and for a fire department vehicle, police vehicle, or ambulance as provided in subsection 3 shall apply only when such vehicle is making use of an audible signaling device meeting the requirements of section 321.433 or a visual signaling device, except that use of an audible or visual signaling device shall not be required when exercising the exemption granted under subsection 3, paragraph "b" of this section when the vehicle is operated by a peace officer, pursuing a suspected violator of the speed restrictions imposed by or pursuant to this chapter, for the purpose of determining the speed of travel of such suspected violator. E. The foregoing provisions shall not relieve the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle or the rider of a police bicycle from the duty to drim or ride with due regard for the safety of all persons, nor shall suc rovVns � protect the driver or rider from the consequences of the ddver'P"-,rid0Vs reckless disregard for the safety of others. r ) N IV. PROCEDURES M M Officers selected as police cyclists are required to successfully cd9p%teca course of instruction as prescribed by the International Police MoAtain V*** e Association (IPMBA) or other police cyclist training/certification as approved by an ICPD Captain and/or the Training/Accreditation Sergeant. A four-year commitment is required of officers who are selected as bike officers. (This does not preclude officers from being promoted, requesting transfer to another division or otherwise being reassigned to positions where they would no longer serve as a bike officer.) 1019ts - 1 A. Mandatory Equipment— Police Cyclists shall wear protective helmets as certified by ANSI or Snell Foundations, and as prescribed by OSHA regulations. Police Cyclists shall also protect their eyes with glasses and/or shields that guard against dust, exhaust, sunlight, and other hazardous materials. Eyewear shall be worn whenever officers engage in bicycle patrol. Eyewear and helmets shall be approved by the Commander of Administrative Services. B. Assignment — Police Cyclists shall be under the command of the on -duty watch commander unless otherwise specified. 1. The watch commander may assign police cyclists to duties at his/her discretion, taking into account staffing, location, time, and weather conditions. 2. Police Cyclists may be assigned to specific duties, or they may be assigned in a 'routine" mode. Police cyclists are expected to interact with the public as part of their assignment. C. The cyclist shall perform an inspection of their bicycle prior to their beginning a tour of duty. Any malfunction or equipment maintenance that is needed shall be reported to the Commander of Administrative Services. No police cyclist shall attempt any repair that is beyond his or her training or level of experience. The police cyclist shall report any damage or maintenance needs to the Commander of Administrative Services. D. To the extent applicable, police cyclists are governed by departmental policies pertaining to vehicle operations. In addition: 1. Police cyclists shall obey applicable state statutes and city ordinances pertaining to vehicle operations and bicycles. 2. Officers shall not ride their bikes on prohibited areas unless responding in an emergency, or unless receiving prior approval from the Watch Supervisor. E. Communications procedures 1. Prior to the beginning of a tour of duty, the communications section shall be advised of which officer(s) are on bike. a) When dispatching a call to a bike officer, the Emergency Communications Operator (ECO) shall insert the letter B prior to the officer's number. Le. B-2, 10-25.... b) When a bike officer contacts the ECO, he/she shall insert the letter B prior to their number. Le. City B-2, traffic... F. Body Armor — While officers on bike patrol are encouraged to wear their department issued body armor at all times; the department recognizes that at times, weather conditions may place the officer at risk of heat related injury. To this end; while on bike patrol, officers may elect not to wear their body armor when the temperature or heat index are at or above 800 F. G. Equipment— Police bicycles shall be equipped with a battery a ratee headlight and taillight system and a pack in which to carry equ pint nd , Tl supplies. In addition the cyclist shall be supplied with: D=i —4 1. first aid pouch ^a 2. required report forms or data collection materials n' r� 3. traffic and parking citations M oX ao D N OPS-16,4 4. other equipment as determined by the Commander of Administrative Services. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N _C7 _ Dy n C =in N N n 70 Y N OPS-17.1 RACIAL PROFILING Original Date of Issue General Order Number January 10, 2001 1 01-01 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 18, 2013 1 OPS-17 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2014 C.A.L.E.A. Reference 1.2.9 1 (see "INDEX AS") INDEX AS: Racial Profiling Search and Seizure o Complaints Traffic Stops Supervisor Responsibilities Arrests *f? CD Warrants Discipline n I. PURPOSE :�'—,, a�• M The purpose of this order is to unequivocally state that racial and ethnic ilin=9by members of this department in the discharge of their duties is unacceptaiie, torovide guidelines for officers to prevent such occurrences, and to protect officers fromo unfounded accusations when they act within the parameters of the law and departmental policy. II. POLICY It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to patrol in a proactive manner, to investigate suspicious persons and circumstances, and to actively enforce the laws, while insisting that citizens will only be detained when there exists reasonable suspicion (i.e. articulable objective facts) to believe they have committed, are committing, are about to commit an infraction of the law, or there is a valid articulable reason for contact. Additionally, the seizure and request for forfeiture of property shall be based solely on the facts of the case and without regard to race, ethnicity or gender. rlktffillhxa III. DEFINITIONS Racial profiling - The detention, interdiction, exercise of discretion or use of authority against any person on the basis of their racial or ethnic status or characteristics. Reasonable suspicion - Suspicion that is more than a "mere hunch" or curiosity, but is based on a set of articulable facts and circumstances that would warrant a person of reasonable caution to believe that an infraction of the law has been committed, is about to be committed or is in the process of being committed, by the person or persons under suspicion ("Specific and articulable cause to reasonably believe criminal activity is afoot"). IV. PROCEDURES The department's enforcement efforts will be directed toward assigning officers to those areas where there is the highest likelihood that vehicle crashes will be reduced, complaints effectively investigated or addressed, and/or crimes prevented through proactive patrol. A. In the absence of a specific, credible report containing a physical description, a person's race, ethnicity, or gender, or any combination of these shall not be a factor in determining probable cause for an arrest or reasonable suspicion for a stop. B. Traffic enforcement shall be accompanied by consistent, ongoing supervisory oversight to ensure that officers do not go beyond the parameters of reasonableness in conducting such activities. 1. Officers shall cause accurate statistical information to be recorded in accordance with departmental guidelines. 2. The deliberate recording of any inaccurate information regarding a person stopped for investigative or enforcement purposes is prohibited and a cause for disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. C. Motorists and pedestrians shall only be subjected to investigatory stops or brief detentions upon reasonable suspicion that they have committed, are committing, or are about to commit an infraction of the law. Each time a motorist is stopped or detained, the officer shall radio to the dispatcher the location of the stop and any pertinent descriptors relevant or unique to that stop. The exception to this procedure is when officers are taking part in safety checkpoints and are working with other officers. D. If the police vehicle is equipped with a video camera, the video and sound shall be activated prior to the stop to record the circumstances surrounding the stop, and shall remain activated until the person is released. E. No motorist, once cited or warned, shall be detained beyond the point where there exists no reasonable suspicion of further criminal activity. o F. No person or vehicle shall be searched in the absence of a warrant a I Ily recognized exception to the warrant requirement as identified in 'fir —iil Order 00-01, Search and Seizure, or the person's voluntary consebk ry 1. In each case where a search is conducted, information shall bell3coNed, r including the legal basis for the search, and the results thereo-f� M U7, W rV CU OPS-17.3 2. A cursory "sniff' of the exterior of a vehicle stopped for a traffic violation by a police canine may be recorded on the department's canine action report form. V. TRAINING Officers shall receive initial and ongoing training in proactive enforcement tactics, including training in officer safety, courtesy, cultural diversity, the laws governing search and seizure, and interpersonal communications skills. A. Training programs will emphasize the need to respect the rights of all citizens to be free from unreasonable government intrusion or police action. VI. COMPLAINTS OF RACIAL/ETHNIC PROFILING Any person may file a complaint with the department if they feel they have been stopped or searched based on racial, ethnic, or gender -based profiling. No person shall be discouraged or intimidated from filing such a complaint, or discriminated against because they have filed such a complaint. A. Any member of the department contacted by a person, who wishes to file such a complaint, shall refer the complainant to a Watch Supervisor who shall provide them with a departmental or PCRB complaint form when requested. The supervisor shall provide information on how to complete the departmental complaint form and, if possible, shall record the complainants name, address and telephone number. B. Complaints which result in the initiation of an investigation shall be conducted as directed by General Order 99-06, Internal Affairs Investigations. C. Supervisors should periodically review a sample of in -car video of stops made by officers under their command. Additionally, supervisors shall review reports relating to stops by officers under their command, and respond at random to assist or observe officers on vehicle stops. D. Supervisors shall take appropriate action whenever it appears that this rgoicy is being violated. o )> —' VII. REVIEW C-) --� A. On an annual basis or as requested by the Chief of Police, the CemmarWng 1 Officer Administrative Services, or designee, shall provide reports_ta th a M Chief of Police with a summary of the gender, race, and/or ethnicf = persons stopped. 'L- B. If it reasonably appears that the number of self -initiated traffic contacts ; officers has unduly resulted in disproportionate contacts with members of a racial or ethnic minority, a determination shall be made as to whether such disproportion ality appears department wide, or is related to a specific unit, section, or individual. The commander of the affected unit, section, or officer shall provide written notice to the Chief of Police of any reasons or grounds for the disproportionate rate of contacts. C. Upon review of the written notice, the Chief of Police may direct additional training towards the affected units/sections or to individual officers. D. On an annual basis, the department may make public a statistical summary of the race, ethnicity, and gender of persons stopped for traffic violations. OPS-17.4 E. On an annual basis, the department may make public a statistical summary of all profiling complaints for the year, including the findings as to whether they were sustained, not sustained, or exonerated. F. If evidence supports a finding of a continued ongoing pattern of racial or ethnic profiling, the Chief of Police may institute disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment of any involved individual officer(s) and/or their supervisors. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. IV O_ � W O -4 n� N �r :<m 7a M 00 � N O OPS-05.1 IQWA CITY F to a BOMB THREA'fk�)/ ** EMERGENCH: POLICE Original Date of Issue General Order Number January 10, 2001 01-04 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 11, 2013 1 OPS-05 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2015 1 OPS-05 Previous Version C.A.L.E.A. Reference 46.1.5 (see "INDEX AS:") INDEX AS; Building Searches Communications Media I. PURPOSE The purpose of this order is to provide officers with procedures for dealing with actual or threatened bomb incidents to include response, deployment, search, evacuation and assistance to specialized units. II. POLICY While many bomb threats are later determined to be hoaxes, they all present particularly serious response requirements for law enforcement agencies. it is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department that all responses to bomb threats or emergencies be conducted systematically, efficiently and in a manner that gives primary consideration to the protection of human life. 0 -IC7 N 6 �m M 3 co N OPS-05.2 III. DEFINITIONS Bomb Threat: A bomb threat condition exists when an explosive device has been reported or is suspected to be at a given location. Bomb Emergency: A bomb emergency exists when a suspected or actual explosive device has been located or detonated. Bomb Disposal Commander: Current Bomb Team Commander. IV. PROCEDURES A. COMMUNICATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES Emergency communications will be conducted according to the established policies and practices of the Joint Emergency Communications Center and currently includes the following: 1. Communications personnel receiving bomb threats or warnings from callers shall, to the degree possible: a. Keep the reporting party on the line. b. Identify the location of the device with as much precision as possible and determine when it will be or if it has been detonated. c. Attempt to determine; 1. What the device looks like; 2. The type of explosive device which is involved; 3. What will make it detonate, (e.g., radio signal, time delay, fuse;) 4. Why was it placed? 2. Communications personnel receiving reports from individuals or organizations that have received bomb threats shall: a. Alert the supervisor in charge; b. Determine the location, time of detonation, appearance and any other available information concerning the nature of the threat or identity of the perpetrators; c. if no explosive device has been identified, ask the caller to check with employees and others for the presence of unusual parcels or items on the premises; d. Dispatch requisite patrol units and emergency personnel; and e. Ensure that the watch supervisor is notified as soon as practical. o 3. Based on the nature of the threat, the supervisor in charge wit as rEWired, make certain the following are alerted: secs C-> a. Commander of Field Operations or designee; T—+ -r b. Chief of Police or designee; �—�n ro c. Fire, rescue and ambulance units; Cr M d. Bomb disposal personnel; o� :X e. Emergency rooms of local hospitals; CO f. Public Information officer; N g. Local utility companies; ^' h. When a bomb threat is received, the supervisor in charge may cause bomb disposal personnel to be notified for informational purposes; however, if the threat is directed at a school and time allows, the Bomb Team Commander and/or Bomb Team would like to be notified. If a suspected or actual device is located, bomb disposal personnel shall respond to the scene and the Bomb Disposal Commander shall have control of the bomb scene, with the Incident Commander maintaining overall control of the incident. 4. When a bomb threat is received in writing, every effort shall be made to preserve the notice as evidence. B. RESPONDING OFFICERS RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Responding patrol units should not use any electronic transmission device within 300 feet of the reported location. This includes car and portable radios, MDTs, Cell phones etc. 2. If applicable, responding officers will contact the individual who received the threat to obtain additional information, including: a. Whether previous threats have been received; b, Possible motives and/or suspects; c. Vulnerabilities of equipment and personnel; and �� o .� d. Exploration of any basic information provided to communiciiib s.Q 3. In bomb emergencies, responding officers shall establish and 96 rep suitable perimeter. .<r m m C. SEARCHING FOR EXPLOSIVE DEVICES �= o0 1. If an explosive device is alleged to be within a building but ha$not bin located, the supervisor in charge will contact building owners and/or" management to determine if a search of the facility is desired. 2. The decision to search, evacuate or to reenter a structure/location during a bomb threat will be the responsibility of the individual in charge of the property. a. The supervisor in charge at the scene shall provide information, as available, to responsible parties in order to assist them in making decisions on searching, evacuation or reentry. b. If building management and/or the responsible party does not wish that a search be conducted, no further action by the Iowa City Police Department is warranted pertaining to a search of the premises. The Iowa City Police Department will follow-up on all leads pertaining to the call and complete all reporting requirements. c. In cases where a real or suspected explosive device, as determined by bomb disposal personnel, has been detected, the officer in charge shall cause the evacuation of the property regardless of the desires of the responsible party and/or property management. 3. Searches of target buildings/properties shall be conducted only with the direct assistance of employees or others knowledgeable of the contents and layout of the building. a. The supervisor in charge may request the assistance of a bomb detection canine and/or bomb disposal personnel in order to assist in conducting the search. OPS-05.4 b. A search plan shall be developed identifying the extent of the search, depending upon the type of establishment, the motivation of the perpetrator and accessibility of the building. c. Whenever practical, a floor plan shall be obtained and a systematic search organized by the supervisor in charge. The search plan shall establish communications within the search area. d. In no case will a member of this department declare that no bomb is present or in any way make the representation that the building is safe to enter or occupy; regardless of the thoroughness of the search. 4. When conducting a search without the assistance of bomb disposal personnel, officers should be particularly alert to the following items as indicators that there may be explosives at the location. Officers should be cautioned that the absence of these items does not assure the absence of an explosive device: a. Explosive -related pamphlets, periodicals and books; b. Excessive amounts of galvanized or PVC pipe nipples, and end caps, especially if they have drill holes in the nipple or cap; c. Low -explosive powders or other incendiary mixtures; d. Fuses of any type to include homemade burning fuses, such as string soaked in a burning powder; e. Electrical switches; and f. Electrical matches, blasting caps or similar initiators. D. LOCATED EXPLOSIVE DEVICES 1. If a real or suspicious device has been located or explosive paraphernalia identified, officers should: a. Not attempt to move or otherwise disturb the device(s); b. Not use devices which transmit an electronic signal; c. Proceed with immediate evacuation of the structure and/or the area to a point consistent with the threat but not less than 300 feet from the device(s); d. Define and secure the perimeter; e. Notify communications of the discovery of the device; f. Notify the bomb disposal unit. _ o 2. The supervisor in charge is responsible for the briefing of invesgAor�Vnd ordnance specialists as appropriate. C-) 3. The bomb disposal commander shall have functional authorityat-ehy bomb emergency to direct departmental personnel in a manner necegjuy tP accomplish its mission in a safe and efficient manner. M M 4. In situations where explosive or suspicious devices are found, Tmato supervisor shall notify bomb disposal personnel. This includeaituatjr�s where citizens wish to surrender explosive devices and/or military ordfance. E. POST -INCIDENT INVESTIGATION The Department's Investigative Section shall have primary responsibility for investigating bomb incidents. During the investigation of bomb incidents, the department's bomb disposal personnel will work under the direction of the Investigative Supervisor or designee. The investigation is to include: 1. Checking the site for undetonated explosives or secondary devices; OPS-05.5 2. Coordinating evidence recovery; 3. Requesting the assistance of other agencies to determine the nature and construction of explosives and identification of suspects; 4. Coordinating with intelligence operations of this department, and those of state and federal sources; and 5. Assisting in the evaluation procedures, area and perimeter security, the availability of emergency services and coordination with the incident commander. 6. Completion of all state and federal reporting requirements. F. REPORTING On an annual basis the ranking Iowa City Police Department Bomb Team member shall forward a report to the Commander of Field Operations, This report shall at a minimum contain: 1. The number and summary of calls received during the year; 2. The number and summary of bomb threats received during the year; 3. The number and summary of bomb emergencies during the year; 4. The number and summary of explosive devices "sweeps" during the year; 5. The actual number of explosive devices located during the year; a. Description of actual devices. 6. Number of hours of explosive related training during the year; a. Summary of Training. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. ti 0 O �n w o -� C7"t -1 n N N per f :<m s ('ti) CO N N Persow.> Mental II II II rr>> Original Date of Issue General Order Number August 15, 2005 05-01 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code October 11, 2013 1 OPS-07 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2016 1 OPS-07 Previous Version C.A.L.E.A. Reference 41.2.7 1 (see "INDEX AS:") INDEX AS: Use of Force Discretion Prisoner Transport I. PURPOSE Arrests Mental Illness OI'5 0'1.1 The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance when a person with a suspected mental illness has contact with members of the Iowa City Police Department. II. POLICY N It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to interact with-ment5Ily ill persons pursuant to Iowa law. Officers and other agency person r eL-whm may, come in contact with the public shall use this policy to assist them nteracting with mentally ill persons in a constructive and humane way. S1 N �� N r III. DEFINITIONS ao L� A. Mental Illness: Under Iowa Code §229.1(8), mental illness mans awry type of mental disease or mental disorder, except that it does not rMr to mental retardation as defined in Iowa Code §222.2(5), or to insanity, diminished responsibility, or mental incompetency as the terms are OPS-07.2 defined and used in the Iowa criminal code or in the rules of criminal procedure, Iowa court rules. B. Seriously Mentally Impaired or Serious Mental Impairment: Under Iowa Code §229.1(16), Seriously Mentally Impaired or Serious Mental Impairment describes the condition of a person with mental illness and because of that illness lacks sufficient judgment to make responsible decisions with respect to the person's hospitalization or treatment, and who because of that illness meets any one of the following criteria: (a) Is likely to physically injure the person's self or others if allowed to remain at liberty without treatment; (b) Is likely to inflict serious emotional injury on members of the person's family or others who lack reasonable opportunity to avoid contact with the person with mental illness if the person with mental illness is allowed to remain at liberty without treatment; or (c) Is unable to satisfy the person's need for nourishment, clothing, essential medical care, or shelter so that it is likely that the person will suffer physical injury, physical debilitation, or death. C. Applicable Employees: Those employees of the Iowa City Police Department, in addition to sworn officers, who are reasonably likely to interact with persons suffering from mental illness during the course of their regular duties. Applicable employees include Community Service Officers Stationmasters, and Records Personnel. IV. PROCEDURES A. GUIDELINES FOR THE RECOGNITION OF PERSONS SUFFERING FROM MENTALILLNESS. The following are generalized signs and symptoms of behavior that may suggest mental illness although officers and applicable employees should not rule out other potential causes such as reactions to narcotics or alcohol or temporary emotional disturbances that are situationally motivated. Officers and applicable employees should evaluate the following and related symptomatic behavior in the total context of the situation when making judgments about an individual's mental state and the need for intervention. 1. Degree of Reactions — Mentally ill persons may show signs of strong and unrelenting fear of persons, places, or things. 2. Appropriateness of Behavior —A mentally ill individual may demonstrate extremely inappropriate behavior for a given context. 3. Extreme Rigidity or Inflexibility — A mentally ill individual may be easily frustrated in new or unforeseen circumstances and may demonstrki� inappropriate or aggressive behavior in dealing with the situaion. - 4. In addition, a mentally ill person may exhibit one or more of§0oI&ingM characteristics: a. Abnormal memory as to such common facts as name or.adWeW. b. Delusions — the belief in thoughts or ideas that are false,:6Foh as. M delusions of grandeur or paranoia. o [ c. Hallucinations of any of the five senses (e.g. hearing voitAs, feefmg one's skin crawl, smelling strange odors, etc.) rN) OPS-07.3 The belief that one suffers from extraordinary physical maladies or abilities that are not possible. Extreme fright or depression. B. GUIDELINES FOR OFFICERS ENCOUNTERING MENTALLY ILL SUBJECTS. Should an officer determine that an individual may be mentally ill and a potential threat to himself, the officer, or others, or may otherwise require law enforcement intervention the following steps should betaken. 1. Request a backup officer, and always do so when an individual will be taken into custody. 2. Take steps to calm the situation. Assume a quiet non -threatening manner when approaching or conversing. Where violence or destructive acts have not occurred, avoid physical contact and take time to assess the situation. 3. Move slowly and do not excite the disturbed person. Provide reassurance that the police are there to help and that appropriate care will be provided. 4. Talk with the person and try to determine what is bothering them. When possible and appropriate, obtain information from others that may assist it communicating with and calming the person. 5. Do not verbally threaten the individual with arrest or other action, as this will create additional fright, stress and potential aggression. 6. Avoid topics that may agitate the person. 7. Always attempt to be truthful with a mentally ill individual. If the person becomes aware of a deception, they may withdraw from the contact in distrust and become hypersensitive or retaliate in anger. C. PROCEDURES FOR ACCESSING COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES. Based on the overall circumstances and the officer or applicable employee's judgment of the potential for violence, the officer or applicable employee may provide the individual and family members with referrals on available community mental health resources. Officers may take custody of the individual in order to seek an involuntary emergency evaluation. 1. Make mental health referrals when, in the best judgment of the officer, circumstances do not indicate that the individual must be taken into custody for their own protection or for the protection of others. 2. When the officer reasonably determines that a subject is mentally ill, and because of that illness may be a danger to themselves or to others, the subject shall be transported to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Emergency Treatment Center for evaluation. If the individual is cooperative and agreeable with this decision, this action may be taken on a voluntary basis. If the person is uncooperative, and the officer has. reasonable grounds to believe that the mentally ill person is likely tom physically injure the person's self or others if not immediately pjained the officer may without warrant take or cause that person to "kQto the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics pursuant to IoweN §229.22. �r- 3. Once a decision has been made to take an individual into cu�s-Ty, b it in soon as possible to avoid prolonging a potentially volatile siWMn.co � N OPS-07.4 Remove any dangerous weapons from the immediate area and pat the subject down. For non -criminal transport, the officer will decide if the use of restraints is warranted. Using restraints on mentally ill persons can aggravate their aggression however officers should take those measures necessary to protect their own safety. 4. The hospital should be notified of the pending arrival particularly if the person is violent or extremely uncooperative. 5. On arrival at the hospital, the officer shall, either in person or by written report, describe the circumstances leading to the detention of the mentally ill person to the examining physician and appropriate staff. 6. Subjects taken to the hospital for evaluation will not be left unattended until authorized personnel of the hospital indicate there is no longer a need for law enforcement presence. 7. The involved officer will prepare a report regardless if it is a voluntary or involuntary commitment. D. TRAINING Officers and applicable employees shall receive documented initial and ongoing training regarding interaction with persons suspected of suffering from mental illness. Documented refresher training shall take place at least every three years. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. N O Q vn W O D-a -f �n N �J N N OPS-20.1 I0WA CITY of to tyq a o PATROL POLICE Original Date of Issue General Order Number August 28, 2007 07-01 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code . October 11, 2013 1 OPS-20 Reevaluation Date Amends November 2014 1 OPS-20 Previous Version C.A.L. E.A. Reference 1.3.9; 1.3.10; 1.3.11 (see "INDEX AS:") INDEXAS. Ammunition Firearms Munitions SRT Training Weapons Use of Force I. PURPOSE To provide guidelines for the proper use of semi -automatic rifles in the performance of police duties. II. POLICY The Iowa City Police Department issues or approves semi -automatic rifles to specifically selected officers for unconventional situations where the police may face heavily armed and/or ballistically protected suspects. These rifles are a tool to allow the potential resolution of these incidents by providing a tactical advantage not available with more conventional police firearms.. III. DEFINITIONS o w SEMI -AUTOMATIC RIFLE - For the purposes of this order, the ICPD issugp -� patrol rifle is the Rock River Arms CAR A4- a semi -automatic rifle in .2234 N ` caliber with 16 inch barrel and 30 round capacity box magazine. :::io ry PATROL RIFLE OPERATOR (PRO) -A specially selected and trained o of the patrol division currently issued one of the above rifles; or an officq� oo D N N OPS-20.2 selected and trained to carry a personally owned rifle approved by the department. Operators are selected based on guidelines established by the Commander of Field Operations. IV. RULES A. Patrol rifles are only to be deployed under guidelines established by this order. B. The decision to fire the rifle shall be in accordance with State Law and the ICPD Use of Force General Order 99-05. C. Off -duty Patrol Rifle Operators may only remove agency issued rifles from the Department premises for practice purposes. Rifles shall be stored and secured in accordance with Iowa Code 724.22(7) and ICPD General Order 00-08 Weapons. MA 0 0 1736Z0�11134 � A. Deployment of Patrol Rifles This order does not seek to articulate the only situations where rifle deployment is appropriate. The on -scene judgment of the officer or supervisor is the first indicator of appropriate deployment. 1. Patrol Rifles shall be deployed only in situations that the officer reasonably believes that the tactical advantage afforded by the rifle may be necessary. 2. The patrol rifle may be deployed in situations: a. Where the officer believes a suspect he/she may encounter is wearing protective body armor or b. Is believed to be armed with or has immediate access to high powered or shoulder fired weapons or C. Is believed to be armed and situated in a distant or fortified location which affords the suspect a tactically superior position. d. Other situations where approval for deployment of patrol rifle is authorized by the Watch Supervisor. Department Guidelines for Patrol Deployment 1, The patrol rifle is issued to individual officers specially trained in their use. The rifles are issued in protective cases with up to 90 rounds of department approved and issued ammunition. a. All rifles are to be stored in the trunk of the assigned officer's patrol car during his/her tour of duty; alternately, if the vehicle is equipped with a locking rack appropriate for the weapon, the rifle may be o secured in the rack. Department issued rifles ag to be secured in the officer's locker at the end of bab No rifles shall be left in fleet vehicles at the enP, fqn--- officer's tour of duty. z;i� N (— b. Officers are responsible for the safe and securer- M storage of their issued rifles at all times. oar k_1 2. Physical readiness of the rifle. D� °D Na ram) C. a. The rifle shall be stored in the case with a magazine inserted in the rifle, chamber empty, and safety on. b. Rifle magazines will be loaded consistent with the training provided by Departmental PRO Instructors. C. The rifle should be inspected frequently and adequately maintained. An armorer's inspection of the rifle and its magazines shall occur at a minimum of one time per year. 3. Qualification a. PROs shall qualify with the rifle bi-annually in addition to quarterly sight confirmation in accordance with standards established by the Department's Rifle Instructors. b. During qualification, failure to fire a passing score will result in a second attempt approximately one month later. Failure to fire a passing score at that time will result in the officer being suspended from the rifle program for a period of not less than three months. Upon failure to qualify on the second attempt, the officer shall surrender the department issued rifle to their Watch Commander. The Watch Commander may reissue the rifle to another qualified PRO on the watch or the Commander of Field Operations may designate a new PRO. Upon the expiration of the 3- months, the Commander of Field Operations shall determine if the rifle will remain with the current PRO or revert to the original officer. Personally Owned Patrol Rifles: The Iowa City Police Department may allow individual officers to purchase and carry their own patrol rifles, on duty, pursuant to this order. 1. Qualifications for Individually Owned Patrol Rifles a. The officer must have successfully completed his/her probationary period. b. The officer must submit a request to the Commander of Field Operations via the Chain of Command. C. The officer's immediate supervisor and the Commander of Field Operations must approve the officer and weapon before a personally owned riflES can be used on duty. "=C, d. The rifle shall be inspected by the department's L Range Officer in accordance with General Order (� 08 Weapons. :<R 2. Training a. Officers desiring to purchase and carry their own riv? must complete the same training and qualification as PROs using Department owned weapons. b. The Department Rifle Instructors shall track and keep OPS-20.3 0 u., C:) N N C OPS-20.4 records of both department owned and personally owned rifles being used by Patrol Rifle Operators. All qualification and sight confirmation records will be provided to the Department's Training Officer. c. The officers approved to carry personally owned rifles must successfully complete biannual department rifle qualifications and quarterly sight confirmation. Qualification rules as outlined in Section B3 above apply to personally owned rifles as well. 3. Weapon Specifications a. Rifle shall be a gas -operated, semi -automatic, .223- caliber rifle of the type commonly known as AR-15, but with various designations depending upon manufacturer. b. Rifle manufacturer must be approved by Commander of Field Operations. C. The rifle barrel must be between 16 and 20 inches in length and may have either a fixed or collapsible stock. Officers who wish to carry a National Firearms Act registered short barreled rifle with a barrel length of less than 16 inches may do so with proof of registration submitted at time of application. Barrels of less than 10 inches are prohibited. d. Rifle must be equipped with an approved tactical sling. e. Rifle must have an attached light with illumination capabilities of at least 65 Lumens. f. The rifle must have either fixed or flip -up iron sights. g. An optical sighting device may be used. Common examples of acceptable optics would be Aimpoint or EOTech holographic sights. h. Officers shall only use magazines approved by the Commanding Officer Field Operations. Magazines shall be inspected on an annual basis by a Departmental Armorer. i. Officers must have an appropriate case to protect the rifle in the patrol car. j. Rifle shall only be deployed with .223 ammunition approved and supplied by the Iowa City Police Department. k. The owner of any weapon(s) approved pursuant to this policy; is responsible for all expenses related to the care, repair and maintenance of the weapon N unless otherwise approved by the Commander of_ Field Operations. o ..� Special Response Team Members �� ^� Trained SRT members may carry their assigned shoulder weap�}) while on duty and on their patrol watch. SRT members carrying"th�i o Co � N N OPS-20.5 assigned weapon must follow the guidelines provided in this policy. E. To the extent practical, each Watch Commander will have assigned to their watch four (4) Patrol Rifle Operators. If an officer is a designated PRO and desires to transfer to another watch, that officer may be removed from the Patrol Rifle program and the rifle surrendered to the Watch Commander. The Watch Commander shall secure the weapon and may designate another officer as a PRO. The newly appointed PRO shall have completed the minimum course for Patrol Rifle Operators and supply qualifying range scores and sight confirmation records to the Training and Accreditation Sergeant. Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. a a h w. Q �n N fir— m a M x ao D N N SI I� 07.1 C 0 HAPLAIN(I ROGRAKI Date of Issue General Order Number July 18, 2013 13.01 Effective Date Section Code July 19, 2013 1 SER-07 Reevaluation Date Amends/Cancels August 2016 NEW C.A.L.E.A. Reference 16.4.1a; 16.4.1b; 16.4.2; 16.4.3; Chaplain; Death Notification; 22.2.7b; 55.2.6 Victim Assistance INDEX AS: I. PURPOSE The purpose of the Chaplain Program is to offer professional, ordained Chaplains or vowed men and women in religious communities, from a variety of faiths, who volunteer their time and talents as Chaplains. II. POLICY A. The Iowa City Police Department (ICPD) will participate in a Chaplaincy Program. B. Only Chaplains approved by the ICPD Chief of Police will be used for service with the ICPD. Chaplains serving the ICPD are not sworn law enforcement officers and must adhere to the practices and conduct set forth in the ICPD Chaplain Manual. (16.4.1a, 16.4.2) III. PROCEIDURE N o A. Role of the Chaplain and Chaplaincy Program j1� y r ;<rn m o� u2 :t> N SER 07.2 1. The Chaplain will seek to lighten the burden of Officers by performing tasks that have a spiritual or social nature rather than law enforcement nature. The Chaplain will strive to strike a balance between serving the needs of the Officers in their personal and professional lives and serving the Iowa City area community. (16.4.1b) 2. A Chaplain may provide counseling to employees of the ICPD in both work related and personal matters. a. Personal contacts by employees are confidential and can be made directly with a Chaplain or through the assigned department liaison. b. Employees of the ICPD may page a Chaplain at any time for personal needs. 3. When a Chaplain is needed as an official representative of the ICPD, a Watch Supervisor, Command Officer, or department liaison will make the request either directly to the Chaplain or through the liaison. B. Chaplain Duties (16.4.1b) 1. Chaplains are assigned to the ICPD and may serve at invocations and benedictions, and provide assistance for employees of the ICPD and their family members in times of illness, bereavement, or for spiritual wellbeing. Chaplain services may include: a. Counseling Officers. b. Counseling other members of Department. c. Counsel families of Officers and other Department personnel. d. Visit sick or injured Officers and Departmental personnel in homes and hospitals. e. Attend and participate, when requested, in funerals for past and present ICPD members. f. Offer prayers at special occasions such as recruit graduations, awards ceremonies, and building dedications. g. Participate in roll -call briefings and ride-alongs to become familiar with ICPD policies and procedures. (16.4.2) 2. The Chaplain may also assist Officers with performing duty related tasks including: (16.4.1b) a. Providing assistance to victims. b. Making death notifications, (55.2.6) ,_4 c. Crisis response and non -emergency transportation. 5�' d. Assisting victims of domestic violence �� o n=a Q� e. Assisting families of suicide victims. C f. Serving as liaison with other clergy in the community. N f g. Providing spiritual counseling to an arrestee. �r rn h. Furnishing expert responses to religious questions. i. Assisting with transients and the homeless. co N C. Identification 1. ICPD Chaplains will be issued a photo identification card for purposes of identification when acting as an official representative of the ICPD. The ICPD ID card is only authorized for use while acting as a representative of the ICPD. (22.2.7b) SER 07.3 2. If requested by an ICPD Officer, a member of another law enforcement agency, or a citizen, an ICPD Chaplain will provide proper identification. The Chaplain uniform may consist of ICPD issued shirt with insignia or the normal attire worn when acting under the color of faith. (16.4.3) D. Department Liaison 1. The Department Liaison(s) serves as a sworn law enforcement official(s) with full time responsibilities. The liaison position is a voluntary assignment to the Chaplain service. 2. The Liaison is an advisor to the Department's Administration, Officers, and Chaplains. The Liaison assists with the needs and administrative functions that are necessary for day-to-day operations of the program. 3. The Liaison is available at all times to answer questions raised by a Chaplain. 4. The Liaison will perform all necessary tasks such as: • reports to the Administration and the Senior Chaplain, • correspondence within the Department, • scheduling of ride -a -longs and outside speakers. The Liaison will coordinate resources and equipment upkeep for the Chaplain Program. The Liaison will meet as needed with the Chaplains for dissemination of Department policy, procedures, General Orders and other information as it applies to the Chaplain Program. The Liaison works closely with the Senior Chaplain and assists with the scheduling of meetings, the agenda for meetings, new members, ongoing training, and any publication updates involving the Police Chaplain Program. (16.4.2) Samuel Hargadine, Chief of Police WARNING This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental administrative sanctions. 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A person may choose one or all three. Please note that each type of complaint has a different statute of limitations. The form you choose determines how your complaint will be handled. I) Iowa City Police Department Complaint Form - No Statute of Limitations If you use the Police Department form, Iowa City Police Department Policy will determine the level of investigation into your complaint. You can choose to limit your involvement to a discussion between you and the officer's supervisor, or you can choose to participate in an internal investigation which means that you; the officer, and witnesses will be interviewed by Police Department investigators and a written report on the department's findings and conclusions will be prepared. Generally, investigations and any officer discipline that may result from them are considered nonpublic, confidential records. Bylaw, the Police Chief decides if and -how an officer will be disciplined. It usually takes from one week to three months to receive a final response from the department. When you use the Police Department complaint form, the Citizens Police Review Board will not review your complaint, unless you also file a CPRB complaint form. If you have questions, contact the Police Department (356-5275) If you use the CPRB forni, the Police Department will eo tict an internal investigation. A Supervisor or Investigator from the Police Department will contact you as part of the investigation process. Your participation is critical to.tile review process. You will be notified of the outcome of the CPRB's review. The CPRB has no authority to discipline police officers. The CPRB handles its work with complaints confidentially and generally does not include information identifying you or the officer in its reports. IIowever, if a complaint is upheld, the CPRB does have the right to include the names of complainants and officers in its reports under certain conditions. For more informatio}about the CPRB; consult the city ordinance that established it (Iowa City Code Chapter 8- 8), The City Code is aviiable on-line at www.icgov.org or for review in the City Clerk's office at the City Hall, 410 E. Washington Street, or contact the Citizens Police Review Board (356-5041) 3) Iowa City Human Rights Commmission Complaint Form — An individual who believes that they have been discriminated against due to age, race, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, creed, sex, color, religion, gender identity or retaliated against can file a complaint of discrimination with the Iowa City Human Rights Commission. A complaint of discrimination must be filed with the Iowa City Human Rights Commission within three hundred (300) days after the alleged discriminatory or unfair practice occurred. Complaint forms are available upon request or at the Iowa City Human Rights Commission's Office. For more information about filing a complaint of discrimination with the Iowa City Human Rights Commission contact 356-5022 or 356-5015. Please note complaints of discrimination against the City of Iowa City, including the Iowa City Police Department are referred to an outside agency for investigation to avoid any appearance of impropriety. Information Street 10/13 FOR STAFF USE: Complaint No. Received by Name CONFIDENTIAL CITIZENS POLICE REVIEW BOARD A Board of the City of Iowa City 410 E. Washington Street Iowa City, IA 52240-1826 (319)356-5041 Address/other contact information Telephone Best time to call A Supervisor or Investigator from the Police Department will contact the complainant as part of the investigation process. Date of Birth Date the incident took place _ (All complaints to the Board alleged misconduct.) Race Gender must be filed with the City Clerk within ninety (90) days of the Any person with personal knowledge of the alleged police misconduct may file a CPRB complaint with the board. In order to have "personal knowledge", the complainant must have been directly involved in the incident or witnessed the incident. If the person with personal knowledge is underage or otherwise unable to complete a CPRB complaint form, the CPRB complaint maybe filed by such person's designated representative. Those who may file a complaint shall include an adult, a minor with an adult's assistance, an adult filing on behalf of a minor, or a vulnerable adult with assistance from a family member, friend, clergy, or a guardian or other similar court appointed representative. A support person (as defined above) may accompany the complainant through the complaint review process. Describe the incident you are complaining about. Give as many details as possible. For example: Where did it happen? Who else was there? Describe the specific police actions you are complaining about. Give officers' names, badge numbers, descriptions. Section 718.6 State Code of Iowa A person who reports or causes to be reported false information to a fire department or a law enforcement authority, knowing that the information is false, or who reports the alleged occurrence of a criminal act knowing the same did not occur, commits a simple misdemeanor, unless the alleged criminal act reported is a serious or aggravated misdemeanor or felony, in which case the person commits a serious misdemeanor. Please ensure that the complaint you are filing with the Iowa City Citizens Police Review Board is truthful. In its review of this complaint, the Iowa City Citizens Police Review Board will forward the information contained in this complaint to representatives of the Iowa City Police Department. Therefore, the above captioned State Code of Iowa applies to a complaint filed with the Iowa City Citizens Police Review Board. I hereby certify to the best of my knowledge, the statements I have made on this form are true. Signature Date 10/13 CONFIDENTIAL COMPLAINT STATISTICAL INFORMATION We will use the following information, which concerns classes of people protected under Iowa City's Human Rights Ordinance, only to prepare our CPRB annual report. We will not use your name or other identifying information in this report. You do not have to provide this information to file your complaint. Please indicate your: Age Color National Origin Gender identity Sex Sexual Orientation Marital Status Mental Disability Physical Disability Religion Complaint No. November 6, 2013 Mtg Packet oil CPRB Complaint #13-04 Filed: 10/08/13 Chief's Report due (90days): 01/06/14 Chief's Report filed: ??/??/14 CPRB Mtg #1 (Review & Assign) ??/??/14 CPRB Mtg #2 (Review) ??/??/14 CPRB Report due (45days): ??/??/14 CPRB Complaint #13-05 Filed: 10/22/13 Chief's Report due (90days): 01/20/14 Chief's Report filed: ??/??/14 CPRB Mtg #1 (Review & Assign) ??/??/14 CPRB Mtg #2 (Review) ??/??/14 CPRB Report due (45days): ??/??/14 "#QIIF-A111A:1iYiIAt" I.cCV39.1211111A December 10, 2013 January 14, 2014 February 11, 2014 March 11, 2014 POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD OFFICE CONTACTS October 2013 Date Description 10-7-13 Individual called regarding filing a complaint. He has Complaint form and will drop off in office. Also informed of options to pursue with Police directly and with Human Rights Dir. 10-10-13 Man picked up complaint form. 10-21-13 Complainant in office checking on timeline. Kellie Tuttle From: City of Iowa City <webmaster@iowa-city.org> Sent: Friday, November 01, 2013 11:31 AM To: Kellie Tuttle Subject: 17th Annual Citizen's Police Academy CPA [ view hi-res Image ] 17th Annual Citizen's Police Academy Issued by: Police Mailing List(s): Police & Fire Originally Posted 11/1/2013 11:30:49 AM Contact: Jorev Bailev Contact Phone: (319) 356-5273 Applications to attend the 17th Annual "Citizen's Police Academy" are now being accepted through 5:00 PM Friday, January 24th, 2014. Class size is limited so early registration is encouraged. Application forms are available at the Iowa City Police Department, Coralville Police Department, Johnson County Sheriff's Office, North Liberty Police Department and the University of Iowa Police Department, during normal business hours. The "Citizen's Police Academy" (CPA) meets once a week for 11 weeks, beginning January 27th, 2014, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. A different topic is covered each week that is meant to promote better relationships and understanding between law enforcement and the community it serves. The CPA is sponsored jointly by the five area law enforcement agencies. Meetings will take place at the Johnson County Joint Emergency Communication Center (4529 Melrose Ave., Iowa City). Training includes department tours and ride-alongs, defensive tactics, evidence collection, drug investigation, and many other areas of enforcement and operations. Visit www.lcgov.org/police or contact the following officers for more information: Officer Jorey Bailey - Iowa City Police Dept. 356-5273 Officer Ben Hayden - Coralville Police Dept. 248-1800 Sgt. Brad Fisher- Johnson County Sheriffs Office 356-6020