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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-09-2018 Community Police Review BoardMEMORANDUM COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD A Board of the City of Iowa City DATE: October 4, 2018 TO: CPRB Members FROM: Chris Olney RE: Board Packet for meeting on October 9, 2018 Enclosed please find the following documents for your review and comment at the next board meeting: • Agenda for 10/9/18 • Minutes of the meeting on 09/11/18 • ICPD General Orders 99-03 (Prisoner Transport) • ICPD General Orders 17-03 (Firearms) • Office Contacts - September • Complaint Deadlines 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 COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD Tuesday, October 9, 2018 — 5:30 P.M. HELLING CONFERENCE ROOM 410 E. Washington Street ITEM NOA CALL TO ORDER and ROLL CALL ITEM NO.2 REPORT FROM NOMINATING COMMITTEE ITEM NO.3 NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICE OF CHAIRPERSON MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS BALLOT OR VOTE ITEM NOA NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICE OF VICE -CHAIRPERSON MOTION TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS BALLOT OR VOTE ITEM NO.5 CONSIDER MOTION ADOPTING CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED OR AMENDED • Minutes of the meeting on 09/11/18 • ICPD General Orders 99-03 (Prisoner Transport) • ICPD General Orders 17-03 (Firearms) ITEM NO.6 OLD BUSINESS ITEM NO.7 NEW BUSINESS ITEM NO.8 PUBLIC DISCUSSION ITEM NO.9 BOARD INFORMATION ITEM NO.10 STAFF INFORMATION CPRB-Page 2 October 9, 2018 ITEM NO.11 MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS • November 13,2018, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • December 11, 2018, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • January 8, 2019, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • February 12, 2019, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm ITEM NO.12 ADJOURNMENT If you will need disability -related accommodations in order to participate in this progranuevent, please contact Chris Olney at 319-356-5043, christine-olney@iowa-city.org. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs. DRAFT COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD MINUTES — September 11, 2018 CALL TO ORDER: Chair Townsend called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Monique Galpin, Don King, David Semler MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Staff Chris Olney, Legal Counsel Patrick Ford STAFF ABSENT: None OTHERS PRESENT: Iowa City Police Captain Denise Brotherton RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL None. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion by Galpin, seconded by Selmer, to adopt the consent calendar as amended. • Minutes of the meeting on 08/21/18 • ICPD General Orders 95-04 (Administration of Department Training) Motion carried, 4/0. NEW BUSINESS Select Nominating Committee — Galpin and Selmer volunteered to be on the nominating committee. They will report back to the Board with recommendations for Chair and Vice Chair at the next meeting. OLD BUSINESS King presented a memo regarding suggested changes to the ICPD General Order 95-04 (Administrative Department Training). Captain Brotherton will forward suggestions onto the Police Chief. Proposed Ordinance Change — Selmer reported that he had attended the City Council meeting on August 7th to present a brief synopsis of the memo sent to Council regarding the Board's proposed ordinance change. PUBLIC DISCUSSION None. BOARD INFORMATION Galpin asked about the status of the Board vacancy. Olney stated the appointment was on the September 18th City Council agenda. STAFF INFORMATION None. CPRB September 11, 2018 Page 2 TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS (subject to change) • October 9, 2018, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm. • November 13, 2018, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm. • December 11, 2018, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm • January 8, 2019, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm ADJOURNMENT Motion for adjournment by Selmer, seconded by Galpin. Motion carried, 410. Meeting adjourned at 5:44 P.M. COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD ATTENDANCE RECORD YEAR 2017-2018 (Meeting Date) TERM 10/10 11114 12/7 1/9/18 2/13118 3/19/18 4/17/18 4/23/18 5/8/18 6112/18 7123/18 8/21/18 9111/18 NAME EXP. Mazahir 7/1/21 X X O/E --- --- ---- ---- ------ ----- ------- ------- Salih ------ ------ Donald 7/1/19 X X X O X X X X X X X XKing X Monique 7,11/2O X X X X X X X X X X X X X Galpin Orville 7/1/20 X X X X X X X X X X X X X Townsend Roycean. 7/1/21 ---- ---- ---- ---- X O/E X O/E X O/E ------ ------ ----- Porter David 7/1/21 X O/E X X X X -X -X X -X -X O X Selmer KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused NM — No meeting --- — Not a Member Original Date of Issue General Order Number March 17, 1999 99-03 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code September 19, 2018 OPS-09 Reevaluation Date Amends January 2020 1 OPS-09 Previous Version C.A.L.E.A. Chapter 70" INDEX AS: ; ro • Use of Force =+ • Prisoner Transport • Handcuffing CO I. PURPOSE `n 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 custody. 1 III. PROCEDURES A. Vehicle Inspection A 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. Handcuffing/ Use of Restraints .n 1. Officers should handcuff (double -locked) all prisoKT'�rg wlt the ram' hands behind their back and palms facing outwar�P M� � 2. The officer may handcuff the prisoner with his/her %ds fron"i'or use other appropriate and approved restraining d6vice(s*here 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. 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. 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. Prisoners shall not be handcuffed together. 8. Restraints used on juveniles or adults during transport to a detention facility shall only be removed once the juvenile or adult has reached a secure area and in accordance with the facility's policy. Restraints used on juveniles or adults during transport to a non -detention facility such as a local department to conduct OWI Processing or interviews, shall only be removed once the juvenile or adult has reached a secure area at that location. C. Transport Prior to transport, all prisoners shall be thoroughly searched for any weapons or contraband. 2. Prisoners should never have property on them once arrested and transported. All property should be placed in an appropriate envelope and turned into detention staff, or, returned to the prisoner upon release from custody. Officers should allow a pris(Mer the opportunity to use a cell phone when requested art reasenabliAn Large items such as backpacks, suitcases, etc. shQt10 b`Vn .... a. properly packaged, labeled, and inventories ' tth A contents being entered into TAC 10 or listeeGFha L�gper control form and properly packaged or; .; b. properly packaged and labeled with the operg secured with a plastic evidence tag or evidence tape and enll�red into TAC 10 or listed on a property control form and; G. placed in temporary storage or submitted to evidence 3. When possible, females should be transported separately from males. 4. Juveniles shall not be transported in the same area of a vehicle with adult prisoners. Special precautions should be employed when transporting high - risk prisoners. In particular: a. combatants should be transported separately; b. members of rival gangs should be transported separately, 6. Prior to initiating transport, the officer should provide Communications with the following information: 3 •' 1• 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. 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-offi` it vehicle without a security screen, the prisoner shalf":be placed in-" right rear seat. The second officer shall sit -ie rear.... seat. y c C. Leg restraints should be used when a prisonpxh bits, an officer reasonably believes the prisoner is- ly's engage in, violent behavior or is an escape r`i kk Co d. A solo transporting officer shall not transport=more *Tan 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. 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 include medical staff). 9 OPS-09.5 C. Potentially violent persons in custody shall be restrained at all times in treatment facility unless such restraint would interfere with essential treatment. d. In the event a prisoner who has committed a serious offense is admitted to a hospital, long-term security may be appropriate. In 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 pos%ssion of, the prisoner. In instances where a person with 't6disadity be transported, and the disability prevents transpor� Marked,... patrol car, a watch supervisor should be contacted fQr-Ass ancf ' Alternate methods of transport may include but are limited tom the use of an unmarked unit, transport van, or reques�g A ambulance to transport. :� Co 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. R OPS-Q9.6 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 processing and weapons security. 17. When officers are detained for a period of time waiting for jail entry authorization, they shall monitor the wellbeing of their prisoners and ensure that restraints have not unduly tightened. Officers assigned to the prisoner holding van will check handcuffs of prisoners and make sure they are properly adjusted before prisoners are placed in the 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 Iw a,C�PoIM1 aun Department until they are received by Johnson t ail -- personnel or released by the officer. cr-c O r 20. Persons who are transported for noncriminal pr6o re%*shoobe patted down and seated as indicated above. Th iceRvill decide if the use of restraints is warranted. :V" X:' rn 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. Jody Matherly, Chief of Police M OPS-09.7 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. 7 REDLINE VERSION Red highlights are deletions Green highlights are additions Original Date of Issue General Order Number March 17, 1999 1 99-03 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code September 19, 2018 1 OPS-09 Reevaluation Date Amends January 2020 OPS-09 Previous Version C.A.L.E.A. , Chapter 70° INDEX AS: • Use of Force • Prisoner Transport • Handcuffing I. PURPOSE w.r, c s ui r m 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 custody. 1 III. PROCEDURES A. Vehicle Inspection 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. 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 *C-> 1. Officers should handcuff (double -locked) all prisonets-with%eir— hands behind their back and palms facing outward 2. The officer may handcuff the prisoner with his/her his irr�fronto use other appropriate and approved restraining dew 5'() Mere the prisoner: rr+ a. is in an obvious state of pregnancy; b. has a physical handicap; C. has injuries that could be aggravated by standard handcuffing procedures. 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. 2 •� �• 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. Prisoners shall not be handcuffed together. 8. Restraints used on juveniles or adults during transport to a detention facility shall only be removed once the juvenile or adult has reached a secure area and in accordance with the facility's policy. Restraints used on juveniles or adults during transport to a non -detention facility such as a local department to conduct OWI Processing or interviews, shall only be removed once the juvenile or adult has reached a secure area at that location. C. Transport Prior to transport, all prisoners shall be thoroughly searched for any weapons or contraband. 2. s nce arrester ransported. AH property should be placed in an appropriate envelope and turned into detention staff, or, returned to the prisoner upon release from custody. Officers should allow a prisoner the opportunity to use a cell phone when requested and reasonable. Large items such as backpacks, suitcases, etc, should be: 3. CI 5 M a. properly packaged, labeled, and contents being entered into TAC control form and properly paekac Eproperly packaged and labeled v L with a Iaski ,. evidence tag or evi on a property §y inventoried with the When possible, females should be transported males. Juveniles shall not be transported in the same a with adult prisoners. a and and; rM W -n a - gl�`'cfro vesicle rn Special precautions should be employed when transporting high - risk prisoners. In particular: a. combatants should be transported separately; b. members of rival gangs should be transported separately. 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. 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-offior vehicle without a security screen, the prisoner shallbe plZed in the right rear seat. The second officer shall sit-rh4he (At reams seat. 15 � � c. Leg restraints should be used when a priso -R�-9XI- @r its, an officer reasonably believes the prisoner iscl lyll Fn engage in, violent behavior or is an escape rT d. A solo transporting officer shall not transport -"Ore t o one prisoner in a vehicle without a screen. m 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. 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. Prisoners who report or display symptoms of serious physical illness or injury during transit shall be taken to an emergency room for treatment. Escorting officers shall remain with the patient at all times unless relieved by other authorized personnel (this may include medical staff). 12 C. Potentially violent persons in custody shall be restrained at all times in treatment facility unless such restraint would interfere with essential treatment. d. In the event a prisoner who has committed a serious offense is admitted to a hospital, long-term security may be appropriate. In 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, ancdition should be transported with, but not necessarily in t,hoo ssiem— of, the prisoner. In instances where a person with�.saity rgusi be transported, and the disability prevents transp fr� a gaarkeM patrol car, a watch supervisor should be contactecU. asMtano Alternate methods of transport may include but are��ot lir'Ated to the use of an unmarked unit, transport van, or requestingoan 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. 5 OPS-09.6 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 processing and weapons security. 17. When officers are detained for a period of time waiting for jail entry authorization, they shall monitor the wellbeing of their prisoners and ensure that restraints have not unduly tightened. Officers assigned to the prisoner holding van will check handcuffs of prisoners and make sure they are properly adjusted before prisoners are placed in the 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. C 18. Upon arrival at the Johnson County Jail, weapons~ MII 9 secuRd in the provided lockers. '' -° -� a 19. Prisoners are considered in the custody of the Iowa ciyty Rplicern Department until they are received by Johnson, J personnel or released by the officer. y r m 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. Jody Matherly, Chief of Police S @ A 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. �C r,a VIE 00 7�1 67 7 Firearms Original Date of Issue General Order Number April 3, 2018 17-03 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code Reevaluation Date Amends/Cancels April 2019 1 00-08 WEAPONS and 07-01 Patrol Rifle C.A.L.E.A. Reference 4.1.3, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3 Use of Force / Training INDEX A5: Firearms Munitions Off -duty weapons Weapons Special Response Team PURPOSE Use of Force Training Field Training ro «... :=ic— <r" rn r ri txs The purpose of this order is to govern the types of firearms and ammunition wed by officers in the performance of their duties. The policy shall establish a registration and approval process for all firearms and ammunition. Officers shall be required to demonstrate proficiency prior to being authorized to carry any firearm. II. POLICY It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to equip its officers with firearms and ammunition which are safe and reliable. Members of the Department shall only use firearms and ammunition authorized by the Department in the performance of their duties and in a manner consistent with their training and General Order 99-05: Use of Force. It is also the policy of the Department to require officers to demonstrate at least annually, proficiency in the use of all firearms utilized under color of official duty. The Iowa City Police Department recognizes that combative, armed and/or violent subjects create handling and control problems requiring special training and equipment. III. DEFINITIONS Lead Range Officer - A sworn member who has received specialized training in the instruction of firearms training and activities (firearms instructor school). The Lead Range Officer shall be responsible for the development and coordination of firearms training, courses of fire, recommendations for firearms, targets, range safety issues and all supplies needed for the operation of the firing range and duty use. The Lead Range Officer shall ensure that firearm maintenance and repair issues are referred to an armorer. Range Instructor - A member who has received specialized training in the instruction of firearms training and activities (firearms instructor school) and recommended by the Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and approved by the Chief of Police or designee. Range Instructors assist the Lead Range Officer in the development and coordination of firearms training, courses of fire, targets, range safety issues and all supplies needed for the operation of the firing range and duty use. Armorer - A member who has received specialized training to provide firearms manufacturer's authorized maintenance and repair for authorized firearms. The armorer must be recommended by the Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and approved by the Chief of Police or designee. The written approval shall specify which firearms the armorer is authorized to maintain and repair. Firearms - For the purposes of this policy firearms means handguns, shuns, and rifles. It excludes less lethal shotguns and 37mm munitions. For tffgst.,se O 1-71g6 rn titled Less Lethal Weapons. 7>-=a ro .�,. c a X" $� Departmental issued handgun - Handguns issued to the officer by the ardent which the officer shall carry when on duty. Any exceptions require tlislopr_85al o Chief of Police or designee. CO Department issued shotgun - Shotguns provided by the department for deployment in tactical situations. Department issued semi -automatic rifle - Rifles provided by the department for deployment in tactical situations 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. z Long -gun- Any firearm otherthan a handgun. Includes all shotguns and rifles regardless of application. Patrol Rifle Operator (PRO) - A specially selected and trained officer of the patrol division issued a department rifle; or an officer selected and trained to carry a personally owned rifle approved by the department. Operators are selected based on guidelines established by the Commander of rield Operations. Subject - The person who is the focus of the police operation. Official color of duty - Any action taken by a sworn officer whether on or off duty pursuant to his/her status or authority as a police officer and within the scope of their duties. Personally owned firearms - Any firearm not purchased and owned by the department. Personally owned firearms shall not be worn or carried on duty as a primary weapon. Off -Duty Weapons — Any firearm that is not registered with the department as a backup weapon and is carried solely in an off -duty capacity. Off -duty firearms are not regulated by the department and shall not contain/use department duty issued ammunition. IV. PROCEDURES A. General Requirements 1. All on -duty sworn personnel, whether in uniform or non -uniform, shall be armed with a departmentally issued duty handgun. a. Exceptions i. Officers operating in a status where poss`i*sign -TJ firearm would endanger the officer or th rafgn in -- which they are participating. ii. Where there is a need to or requirement t4lEoff+,6ers secure their weapon prior to entering a s E!�qd aga. I courtroom, correctional facilities or psychfagric w&s of hospitals. r) iii. Officers with non -uniform administrative assignments while performing that assignment. iv. Officers on "light duty" will carry weapons based on limitations as provided by a physician. 2. Prior to initial issuance or carry while on duty, all firearms shall be reviewed, inspected and approved by a range instructor or armorer. On an on -going basis, qualified instructors or armorers shall conduct inspections of all firearms that are being carried by members. 3 The date of the inspection and name of the inspector shall be recorded and forwarded to the Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and/or SRT supervisor, as appropriate. If a firearm is determined to be unsafe, the instructor or armorer shall remove it from use pending repair, record the malfunction, cause repair to be made, and provide a replacement to the employee as soon as practical if it is a department issued firearm. 3. Non -uniformed on -duty officers carrying a handgun in an unconcealed manner must be readily identifiable as a police officer by wearing their badge adjacent to the weapon. 4. Whether on or off -duty, officers shall carry their police identification while armed with a department issued firearm. a. Exceptions L When participating in recreational shooting events. ii. When the possession of police identification would endanger the officer, or operation in which he/she is participating. iii. When in the department issued uniform, the uniform may serve as police identification. 5. The carrying of a handgun while off -duty shall be at the discretion of the officer. If the officer elects to carry off -duty with a department issued handgun or a department approved backup handgun that the officer has qualified with and carrying under the premise of their gofessional authorization to carry, it shall be concealed from pub Lic viewA aAn officer carrying a personally owned weapon off -duty and 9be %remis of their non-professional permit is not required AQ< cWgy wee identification. An officer electing not to carry a handir-uvwde off �ty shall not be subject to disciplinary action if an occasi:b r� o l ari! which they could have taken police action were they ar OD 6. Officers may carry a personal backup handgun while on dut provided the following requirements are met: a. The weapon meets the specifications for approved backup carry. b. The officer shall qualify with the weapon on at least an annual basis. C. The officer's Watch Commander shall be advised of the make, model and serial number of the approved weapon. d. On an annual basis the weapon shall be inspected by a departmental armorer or firearm instructor. e. The weapon shall not be carried as the officer's primary weapon. 4 f. The weapon shall not be modified after it has been approved without notification and approval of the Lead Range Instructor. g. If the weapon is discharged in the line of duty it shall be immediately surrendered to the on -duty watch supervisor. h. The officer recognizes that the Department or City of Iowa City will in no way be liable for the damage, theft or loss of the personal weapon. i. The weapon shall only be loaded with ammunition approved by the commanding officer field operations when carried on duty. 7. All sworn officers shall be armed with a Department approved handgun while operating any marked police vehicle. 8. Department issued firearms shall only be used for departmental duties. 9. All officers must meet approved levels of proficiency in firearms qualification training as set forth by the Range Officer and approved by the Chief of Police. 10. While on -duty, officers shall carry their handgun(s) fully loaded. (I.e. full chamber and magazines for semi -auto handguns and full cylinder for revolvers.) Department issued handguns will be carried only in a department issued holster unless the officer has received permission from a member of Command Staff to use another holster approved by the lead firearms instructor. Personally owned handguns will be carried in a holster approved by the Lead Firearms Instructor. 11. While on duty shotguns will be carried with the magazine fulwoaded the chamber empty, and safety on unless being used [the o+lficer. Shotguns shall be stored in the appropriate locking raciciRsgd cars. Officers shall, as soon as practical, notify a supervisor Naany �tgur- deployment (i.e. removal from vehicle at a call -for serwer3 Mn 12. While on duty rifles that carry 30 round magazines shali�ly bodoad with 28 rounds. Rifles that carry 20 round magazines shad be fOy loaded. While on duty all rifles will be carried with one magazine inserted in the rifle, the chamber empty, and safety on unless being used by the officer. All rifles are to be stored in the trunk of the assigned officer's patrol car during his/her duty unless the vehicle is equipped with an appropriate rack. Officers shall, as soon as practical, notify a supervisor of any rifle deployment (i.e. removal from vehicle at a call -for service). Department issued rifles are to be secured in the officer's locker at the end of tour. No rifles shall be left in fleet vehicles at the end of an officer's tour of duty. 13. Only magazines authorized by the department may be used in a firearm and they shall not be modified from their original manufacture. Magazines for all firearms used while on duty will be inspected on an annual basis by a department armorer. 14. Officers are responsible for the safekeeping and security of all department authorized firearms in their custody. 15. When loading or unloading a firearm in the Police Department or Sub - Station, the unloading / loading shall occur using the bullet trap provided by the department. 16. All firearms shall be stored, handled, and / or maintained in such a manner as to prevent the firearm from an unintended discharge. 17. Off -duty Patrol Rifle Operators may only remove agency issued rifles from the Department premises for practice purposes. All department authorized weapons shall be stored consistent with Iowa Code Chapter 724.22 (7): a. It shall be unlawful for any person to store or leave a loaded firearm which is not secured by a trigger lock mechanism, placed in a securely locked box or container, or placed in some other location which a reasonable person would believe to be secure from a minor under the age of fourteen years, if such person knows or has reason to believe that a minor under th4�bge of fourteen years is likely to gain access to the firorm wpout lawful permission of the minor's parent, guardr 'son t having charge of the minor, the minor Iawfullygo4Ks access tfr°the firearm without the consent of the minor's ar p eVi lPkuardian, person having charge of the minor, and the midaachis th firearm in a public place in an unlawful mannere Fuse!9he firearm unlawfully to cause injury or death to a4ierson2his subsection does not apply if the minor obtains the firearm as a result of an unlawful entry by any person. A violation of this subsection is punishable as a serious misdemeanor. 18. Officers shall not carry any firearm under the following circumstances: a. The officer is on suspension or is directed not to do so by the Chief of Police. b. The officer has not successfully met proficiency and qualification levels as set forth by the Department. C. While under the influence of alcoholic beverages or medications that impair physical or mental ability. 19. Probationary police officers training in Steps 1 through 4 of the Field Training and Evaluation Process shall not carry a firearm while off -duty unless they meet the all of the following criteria: a. Were hired directly from another law enforcement agency and had successfully completed the probationary period at that agency. They possess a valid Iowa Non -Professional Permit to Carry. C. They have qualified with that specific firearm with an ILEA Certified Firearms Instructor within the past year. 20. The Captain of Administrative Services shall maintain a file on each firearm that is authorized for use in an official capacity containing the following: a. Date the firearm was authorized for use in an official capacity. b. Excluding routine cleaning, a log of all maintenance, repairs, or alterations completed on the firearm. C. Member using the firearm. d. In the case of shotguns -what car it is assigned to. 21. Firearms shall not be modified after it has been approved without notification and approval of the Lead Range Instructor. 22. If a firearm is discharged in the line of duty it shall be immed ely surrendered to the on -duty watch supervisor. If the farm Ms issued by the department the surrendering officer shall be gh&Wa r,Olace°` t as soon as possible. T'� --_- C7^G nx er- 23. All personnel authorized to carry weapons intended foPMe CF&orc application must receive training on their use from thespesctive practical application and organizational policy. Instrunon sl&ld include confirmation of employee understanding of legal implicationHnd requirements, weapon specific operating and care procedures, documentation and reporting procedures, and obligations following the use of force. B. Display of Firearms Except for general maintenance, supervisory inspections, storage or authorized training, officers shall not draw or exhibit firearms unless circumstances create a reasonable suspicion that it may be necessary to lawfully use the weapon in conformance with departmental directives. 2. Unless specifically designed to be carried in this fashion, at no time shall a firearm be carried or placed in a cocked condition, except for a second or subsequent shot of a semi -auto firearm. 3. Department owned firearms shall not be carried or utilized for any non - law enforcement activity without the express written permission of the Chief of Police or designee. 4, No officer shall display or provide any weapon to a citizen to inspect, examine or otherwise handle unless authorized by the Chief of Police or designee. C. Authorized Handguns On -duty handgun, uniform duty An approved on -duty handgun for uniform duty is any department issued handgun as approved by the Chief of Police. b. Specifications i. Handguns must be double -action only or de - cock only models. Single-action handguns are not authorized. ii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory trigger pu)Lweight not less than five (5) pounds. cis iii. Barrel length: not less than 3.5 inches arkI0ot rre tli6 inches. s _n iv. Ammunition capacity: six (6) rounds mirarn m. wrl <� v. M r �'s c. Current approved uniform on -duty handguns E5 , i. 40 caliber GLOCK model 22 co Co ii. 9mm caliber GLOCK model 17-on an individual bWs with approval of the chief of police 2. On -duty handgun, non -uniform duty a. An approved on -duty handgun for non -uniform duty is any department issued or personally owned departmentally approved handgun. b. Specifications 3. i. Handguns must be double -action only or de -cock only models. Single action handguns are not authorized. ii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory trigger pull weight not less than five (5) pounds. iii. Barrel length: not less than 3 inches and not more than 6 inches. iv. Ammunition capacity: six round minimum. C. Current approved non -uniform duty handguns i. 40 caliber GLOCK model 22 ii. 40 caliber GLOCK model 23 ii. 9mm caliber GLOCK model 17-on an individual basis with approval of the chief of police Authorized Personally Owned Backup Handguns a. An approved backup handgun is any department issued handgun or personally owned handgun meeting the following requirements. i. Criteria for personally owned, backup handguns a. .380 ACP or larger b. .45 ACP or smaller C. Annually inspected by a departmental armorer or firearms instructor. rra e,2 ii. Revolvers must be double action. Sing l actioUnly revolvers are prohibited. Semi -automat. 3h e ca'r ld according to manufacturer specificatioA4en uto which are carried with the hammer in t"cmarRarcl position shall be "cocked and locked" (h65me ack safety on) and carried in an approved h6,Pr. Holsters shall be approved by the Lead Vaange (aicer or Chief of Police. w iii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory pull weight not less than five (5) pounds. iv. Ammunition Capacity: five (5) round minimum. V. The handgun shall be concealed (This does not include transportation of the weapon to and from the officer's residence and the PD) and carried in a secure and safe manner. 9 vi. Backup weapons may be worn while attending court (with judge's approval) if the officer is in plain clothes and has police identification adjacent to where the weapon is located. b. Current authorized backup handguns i. Smith and Wesson: Models Body Guard, 442 and 642 ii. Glock: Models 17, 19, 22, 23, 26, 27, and 43 iii. Springfield: Model XD9 iv. Ruger: Model LCP D. Authorized Shotguns 1. Patrol a. The department shall provide a shotgun for each marked squad - car. b. An approved patrol shotgun is any department issued shotgun meeting the following requirements: L Gauge: 12 gauge ii. Barrel length: Minimum 14" iii. Action: pump or semi -automatic iv. 2.75"-3" magnum capability V. Minimum 4 shot chamber C. Current authorized shotguns for patrol 4Z) i. Remington: 870 12 gauge pump actioruP2 ii. Benelli M4 12 gauge semi -automatic n < r-O wr 2. Special Response Team (SRT) a. The department shall provide a limited nur er offotguns for use by the special response team. b. An approved special response team shotgun is any department issued shotgun meeting the following requirements: i. Gauge: 12 gauge ii. Barrel length: Minimum 14" iii. Action: pump or semi -automatic iv. 2.75"-3" magnum capability V. Minimum 4 shot chamber C. Current authorized shotguns for the special response team L Benelli M4 12 gauge semi -automatic 10 ii. Remington 870 Magnum Breaching Shotgun 3. Authorized Personally Owned Shotguns a. The Iowa City Police Department may allow individual officers to purchase and carry their own shotguns, on duty, pursuant to this order. L 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 rifle can be used on duty. d) The rifle shall be inspected by the department's Lead Range Officer. b. An approved personally owned shotgun is any rifle meeting the following requirements: i. Gauge: 12 gauge ii. Barrel length: Minimum 14" = m iii. Action: pump or semi -automatic iv. 2.75"-3" magnum capability -+ P V. Minimum 4 shot chamber w c. Current authorized shotguns for the special r ponsL+eam i. Benelli M4 12 gauge semi -automatic ca ii. Remington 870 Magnum Breaching Shotgun d. The owner of any shotgun(s) approved pursuant to this policy; is responsible for all expenses related to the care, repair and maintenance of the weapon unless otherwise approved by the Commander of Field Operations. E. Authorized Rifles 1. Patrol a. The department shall provide a limited number of rifles for use by patrol. b. An approved department issued patrol rifle is any rifle meeting the following requirements: i. minimum 10" barrel maximum 20" a. A barrel under 16" must be properly registered with the ATE ii. Gas operated semi -automatic action iii. .223 caliber iv. 30 round capacity box magazine V. fixed or collapsible stock vi. Approved tactical sling vii. Attached light with illumination of at least 65 lumens. viii. Fixed or flip -up iron sights a) An optical sighting device may be used. ix. Appropriate protective case. C. Current authorized department issued rifles for patrol i. Rock River Arms Model: LAR15 d. 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 angthe r%- surrendered to the Watch Commander. The WatXQm Anderr II secure the weapon and may designate another oft'gasjk-PRO e newly appointed PRO shall have completed the mtWi umTours Patrol Rifle Operators and supply qualifying range lsl�Grres d3d si confirmation records to the Training and Accredit4kot�-Ser eant. 3:_ CJ 2. Authorized Personally Owned Rifles W a. The Iowa City Police Department may allow individual officers to purchase and carry their own patrol rifles, on duty, pursuant to this order. i. 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. 12 c) The officer's immediate supervisor and the Commander of Field Operations must approve the officer and weapon before a personally owned rifle can be used on duty. d) The rifle shall be inspected by the department's Lead Range Officer. b. An approved personally owned patrol rifle is any rifle meeting the following requirements: i. minimum 10" barrel maximum 20" a. A barrel under 16" must be properly registered with the ATF ii. gas operated semi -automatic action iii. .223 caliber iv. 30 round capacity box magazine V. fixed or collapsible stock vi. Approved tactical sling vii. Attached light with illumination of at least 65 lumens. viii. Fixed or flip -up iron sights a. An optical sighting device may be used. ix. Appropriate protective case C. Current authorized personally owned rifles for patrol are i. Rock River Arms, Model: LAR15 ii. Bravo Company, Model: BCM4 iii. Colt, Model: 6720 2t iv. Springfield, Model: Saint 25 m V. Knight's Amarment, Model: SR15 E rn vi. Sig Sauer, Model; MCX-p vii. LMT, Model: Defender ::;c,. < M viii. Stag Arms, Model: AR15 :. c d. The owner of any rifle(s) approved pursuant to thi policy responsible for all expenses related to the care, repair and maintenance of the weapon unless otherwise approved by the Commander of Field Operations. 3. Special Response Team (SRT) a. The department shall provide a limited number of rifles for use by SRT. 13 b. An approved department issued SRT rifle is any rifle meeting the following requirements: i. minimum 10" barrel ii. Gas operated semi -automatic action iii. .223 caliber iv. 30 round capacity box magazine V. fixed or collapsible stock vi. Approved tactical sling vii. Attached light with illumination of at least 65 lumens. viii. Fixed or flip -up iron sights a) An optical sighting device may be used. ix. Appropriate protective case. C. Current authorized department issued rifles for SRT i. Rock River Arms, Model: LAR-15 d. Trained SRT members may carry their assigned shoulder weapon while on duty and on their patrol watch. SRT members carrying their assigned weapon must follow the guidelines provided in this policy. F. Authorized Ammunition 1. Department issued firearms must carry ammunition issued by the department. Personally owned backup handguns must carryapartment approved ammunition. Rifles shall only be deployed j5h .22§; ammunition approved and supplied by the departmeI! m�anitio&7 shall not be modified in any way. cc? C swa --1c- �- r- dM 2. The Lead Range Officer shall be responsible for issuir��,� du an training ammunition for all officers of the Department' co a. All ammunition shall be produced by a major commercial manufacturer of such product. b. All issued duty ammunition shall be rotated at least on an annual basis. C. All issued duty and training ammunition shall be approved by the Chief of Police or designee. 14 d. All ammunition carried in a department approved, personally owned backup firearm shall be approved by the Chief of Police or designee. e. The table below lists all authorized ammunition information types: Handgun Shotgun Rifle 380 caliber Speer Gold Dot 90 GR HP 12 Ga Buckshot Federal .168 grain Bonded SP .38 special 12 Ga Slug Federal .165 grain Sierra Match King BTHP .357 caliber Royal Arms Tactical Entry Avon Rounds- SRT only Speer LE Golddot 64grain GDSP 9 mm Federal 2.75 00 buckshot-9 pellet Federal Match168 GR, Boat Tail H .40 caliber Federal Tactical 9 pellet Hornady Critical Duty FlexLock 40 caliber 175 grain Federal 2.75 lounce rifled slugs .45 caliber Speer Gold Dot 125 GR HP Speer Gold Dot 125 GR GDHP Speer Gold Dot 147 GR Speer Gold Dot 180 GR Speer Gold Dot 230 GR Federal Tactical Bonded 165 GR Federal Tactical Federal HST Magtech 7,45 Remington Ultra Defense Remington Gold Saber _ '.c3 cn-77 G. Firearms Records ^= co 1. The captain of administrative services shall record tW(i-folio uu to g information and forward it to the Lead Range Officer: c' a. Initial date of service b. Description C. Manufacturer and Caliber d. Serial number e. Repair, service and modification history 2. The Lead Range Officer shall maintain a record for each firearm approved by the Department for use under official color of duty, and shall, at a minimum include the aforementioned information. 15 3. A copy of the firearm record shall be provided to the Commander of Field Operations and be entered in the Departments records management system. H. Firearms Modifications and Repairs 1. All department issued and department approved personally owned firearms shall not be modified from the manufacturer's specifications, except under the following circumstances: a. All modifications or repairs shall be conducted by the a manufacturer, manufacturer authorized service center, or department approved armorer. Exception: Officers may personally install a slip-on grip on their department issued or personally owned handgun. All other grip changes or modifications shall be conducted per section above. b. The Lead Range Officer shall be notified in writing of all modifications or repairs and shall enter the modifications or repairs in the Departments record management system. Documentation shall be kept on file with the Lead Range Officer. I. Firearms Maintenance 1. Officers shall maintain all firearms issued to them, or approved for use by the Department, in proper working order. Officers shall not disassemble any department issued firearm beyond field stripping, as per the manufacturer recommendations for proper maintenance and cleaning. All other disassembly shall be conducted by the manufacturer, manufacturer authorized center, or department approved armorer. 2. Each repair or service transaction shall be documented.and recorded as required in the section above. � J. Firearm Proficiency, Training and Testing r- Courses of fire and tests designed to require the officer demcanWrate" accuracy, safety, functionality and maintenance of the firearms theme officer carries or uses and knowledge of laws and departmental C2 regulations concerning the use of force and weapons shall be required on an annual basis. 1. All persons utilizing range facilities shall follow the direction of the Lead Range Officer/Range Instructor at all times. 2. Courses of fire will be designed by firearms training personnel to include 16 scores, target types, timing distance and practical conditions that meet the needs of the department. Scores will be documented as either pass/fail, or in annual firearms qualification courses, as a numerical score with a minimum of 80% required to pass and qualify. 4. Proficiency tests will include demonstrated ability of the officer to accomplish the following: drawing, holstering, clearing stoppages, loading, unloading, and safe handling of the firearm as designated by the training staff. Target types will consist of, but not be limited to the following: Paper targets with printed design to represent areas to hit and be used in scoring accuracy. b. Steel targets that present instant feedback to the officer on accuracy. C. Shoot/don't shoot targets that represent the need for an officer to react appropriately. 6. Successful completion of a transitional training course conducted by the firearms training staff is required by any officer who changes from primary handgun of one design to a handgun of another design prior to being approved to carry the new handgun. Vic•} i i 7. Annual handgun proficiency qualification requirementi'sGII 66ihsist,&f. . successful completion of one course consistent with IL•-Wfyr each issued handgun and a personally owned weaponll4gha�,beerM approved as a backup.CD c CD 8. All officers who carry special weapons and ammunition shall c4 successfully complete qualification courses and training designed by the firearms training staff and those in charge of the affected units on an annual basis. 9. PRO Range days shall be held twice per year. PRO's must attend one of the PRO Range days each year in addition to sight confirmation at each Department Range day (spring and fall) in accordance with standards established by the Department's Rifle Instructors. Officers desiring to purchase and carry their own rifle must complete the same training and qualification as PROS using Department owned weapons. 17 10. Remedial training shall be required of those officers who fail to achieve the minimum scores or at the recommendation of a range officer. a. Remedial training shall continue until the officer meets the standard. Upon a third failed attempt to qualify, the Firearms Instructor shall notify the officer's supervisor, Commander of Field Operations and Chief of Police. b. Failure to meet the standard will result in immediate notification to the Commander of Field Operations and the Training Officer and may result in temporary reassignment to administrative duties that do not require the use of a firearm. This may continue until the standard is met, but will not exceed five (5) duty days without administrative review. C. Continued failure to meet the standard may result in administrative action being taken against the officer. d. Specific to PROS: during qualification, failure to fire a passing score wiil 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 issue"3rifle their Watch Commander. The Watch Command*:Mayq reissue the rifle to another qualified PRO on th6watchrar-- the Commander of Field Operations may design-Wa new PRO. Upon the expiration of the 3-months, the �P Commander of Field Operations shall determineame kyle M will remain with the current PRO or revert to th-'origirf officer. 11. The Range Officer or Lead Range Instructor conducting the firearms training shall complete records documenting all firearms training for each officer. These records shall be retained by the Training Unit. 12. All firearm instruction, training and qualification shall be provided by a certified instructor. 13. Until the employee achieves full certification, s(he) will not be permitted to operate the specific weapons system other than in a training environment. fUN Jody Matherly, 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 4n 4✓ CO GO 19 REDLINE VERSION Red highlights are deletions Green highlights are additions Firearms Original Date of Issue General Order Number April 3, 2018 1 17-03 Effective Date of Reissue Section Code Reevaluation Date Amends/Cancels April 2019 00-08 WEAPONS and 07-01 Patrol Rifle C.A. L. E.A. Reference 4.1.3, 4.3.1, 4.3.2, 4.3.3 Use of Force / Training INDEX AS: Firearms Munitions Off -duty weapons Weapons Special Response Team I. PURPOSE Use of Force Training Field Training The purpose of this order is to govern the types of firearms and amr officers in the performance of their duties. The policy shall establish and approval process for all firearms and ammunition. Officers shall demonstrate proficiency prior to being authorized to carry any firea II. POLICY CZ CD It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to equip its officers with firearms and ammunition which are safe and reliable. Members of the Department shall only use firearms and ammunition authorized by the Department in the performance of their duties and in a manner consistent with their training and General Order 99-05: Use of Force. It is also the policy of the Department to require officers to demonstrate at least annually, proficiency in the use of all firearms utilized under color of official duty. The Iowa City Police Department recognizes that combative, armed and/or violent subjects create handling and control problems requiring special training and equipment. III. DEFINITIONS Lead Range Officer - A sworn member who has received specialized training in the instruction of firearms training and activities (firearms instructor school). The Lead Range Officer shall be responsible for the development and coordination of firearms training, courses of fire, recommendations for firearms, targets, range safety issues and all supplies needed for the operation of the firing range and duty use. The Lead Range Officer shall ensure that firearm maintenance and repair issues are referred to an armorer. Range Instructor - A member who has received specialized training in the instruction of firearms training and activities (firearms instructor school) and recommended by the Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and approved by the Chief of Police or designee. Range Instructors assist the Lead Range Officer in the development and coordination of firearms training, courses of fire, targets, range safety issues and all supplies needed for the operation of the firing range and duty use. Armorer - A member who has received specialized training to provide firearms manufacturer's authorized maintenance and repair for authorized firearms. The armorer must be recommended by the Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and approved by the Chief of Police or designee. The written approval shall specify which firearms the armorer is authorized to maintain and repair. Firearms — For the purposes of this policy firearms means handguns, shotguns, and rifles. It excludes less lethal shotguns and 37mm munitions. For these see GO 17-06 titled Less Lethal Weapons. Departmental issued handgun - Handguns issued to the officer by the d(Nzartment and which the officer shall carry when on duty. Any exceptions requirsthe aggroval of the Chief of Police or designee. c-n cr) M rn --0 Department issued shotgun — Shotguns provided by the departmcirkvor deploy Bent in tactical situations. <� x. M c Department issued semi -automatic rifle - Rifles provided by 3%e d(t*gartment for deployment in tactical situations for unconventional situations where trQ 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. 2 Long -gun - Any firearm other than a handgun. Includes all shotguns and rifles regardless of application. Patrol Rifle Operator (PRO) - A specially selected and trained officer of the patrol division issued a department rifle; or an officer 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. Subject - The person who is the focus of the police operation. Official color of duty - Any action taken by a sworn officer whether on or off duty pursuant to his/her status or authority as a police officer and within the scope of their duties. Personally owned firearms - Any firearm not purchased and owned by the department. Personally owned firearms shall not be worn or carried on duty as a primary weapon. Off -Duty Weapons — Any firearm that is not registered with the department as a backup weapon and is carried solely in an off -duty capacity. Off -duty firearms are not regulated by the department and shall not contain/use department duty issued ammunition. IV. PROCEDURES A. General Requirements 1. All on -duty sworn personnel, whether in uniform or non -uniform, shall be armed with a departmentally issued duty handgun. a. Exceptions i. Officers operating in a status where possession of a firearm would endanger the officer or the operation in which they are participating. c ii. Where there is a need to or requiremOt ttthainffice. secure their weapon prior to entering cuff area .e. courtroom, correctional facilities or ps` KtatVwingM hospitals. iii. Officers with non-uniformadministrafi assigAmer while performing that assignment. iv. Officers on "light duty" will carry weapons ba@d on limitations as provided by a physician. 2. Prior to initial issuance or carry while on duty, all firearms shall be reviewed, inspected and approved by a range instructor or armorer. On an on -going basis, qualified instructors or armorers shall conduct inspections of all firearms that are being carried by members. 3 The date of the inspection and name of the inspector shall be recorded and forwarded to the Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and/or SRT supervisor, as appropriate. If a firearm is determined to be unsafe, the instructor or armorer shall remove it from use pending repair, record the malfunction, cause repair to be made, and provide a replacement to the employee as soon as practical if it is a department issued firearm. 3. Non -uniformed on -duty officers carrying a handgun in an unconcealed manner must be readily identifiable as a police officer by wearing their badge adjacent to the weapon. 4. Whether on or off -duty, officers shall carry their police identification while armed with a department issued firearm. a. Exceptions i. When participating in recreational shooting events. ii. When the possession of police identification would endanger the officer, or operation in which he/she is participating. iii. When in the department issued uniform, the uniform may serve as police identification. 5. The carrying of a handgun while off -duty shall be at the discretion of the officer. If the officer elects to carry off -duty with a department issued handgun or a department approved backup handgun that the officer has qualified with and carrying under the premise of their professional authorization to carry, it shall be concealed from public view. An officer carrying a personally owned weapon off -duty under the premise of their non-professional permit is not required to carry police identification. An officer electing not to carry a handgun while off -duty shall not be subject to disciplinary action if an occasion should arise in which they could have taken police action were they armed- ^�p� 6. Officers may carry a personal backup handgun wh'162n duty provPded the following requirements are met: 3 i s Zr -c a. The weapon meets the specifiT$ cations for appr.. bRkup c�ag��y. b. The officer shall qualify with the weapon on mast Mannu�` basis. �> o_ C. The officer's Watch Commander shall be advised of the make, model and serial number of the approved weapon. d. On an annual basis the weapon shall be inspected by a departmental armorer or firearm instructor. e. The weapon shall not be carried as the officer's primary weapon. 4 f. The weapon shall not be modified after it has been approved without notification and approval of the Lead Range Instructor. g. If the weapon is discharged in the line of duty it shall be immediately surrendered to the on -duty watch supervisor. h. The officer recognizes that the Department or City of Iowa City will in no way be liable for the damage, theft or loss of the personal weapon. i. The weapon shall only be loaded with ammunition approved by the commanding officer field operations when carried on duty. All sworn officers shall be armed with a Department approved handgun while operating any marked police vehicle. 8. Department issued firearms shall only be used for departmental duties. All officers must meet approved levels of proficiency in firearms qualification training as set forth by the Range Officer and approved by the Chief of Police. 10. While on -duty, officers shall carry their handgun(s) fully loaded. (i.e. full chamber and magazines for semi -auto handguns and full cylinder for revolvers.) Department issued handguns will be carried only in a department issued holster unless the officer has received permission from a member of Command Staff to use another holster approved by the lead firearms instructor. Personally owned handguns will be carried in a holster approved by the Lead Firearms Instructor. 11. While on duty shotguns will be carried with the magazine fully loaded the chamber empty, and safety on unless being used by the oer. Shotguns shall be stored in the appropriate locking racl Pqu5d cars=y Officers shall, as soon as practical, notify a supervisor aaay sTatgun., deployment (i.e. removal from vehicle at a call -for servR9 F%3 [� -t �� xs 12. While on duty rifles that carry 30 round magazines shal�q' bee5oade with 28 rounds. Rifles that carry 20 round magazines slig e ftk?y loaded. While on duty all rifles will be carried with one magazine nserte�d in the rifle, the chamber empty, and safety on unless being used by the officer. All rifles are to be stored in the trunk of the assigned officer's patrol car during his/her duty unless the vehicle is equipped with an appropriate rack. Officers shall, as soon as practical, notify a supervisor of any rifle deployment (i.e. removal from vehicle at a call -for service). Department issued rifles are to be secured in the officer's locker at the end of tour. No rifles shall be left in fleet vehicles at the end of an officer's tour of duty. 13. Only magazines authorized by the department may be used in a firearm and they shall not be modified from their original manufacture. Magazines for all firearms used while on duty will be inspected on an annual basis by a department armorer. 14. Officers are responsible for the safekeeping and security of all department authorized firearms in their custody. 15. When loading or unloading a firearm in the Police Department or Sub - Station, the unloading / loading shall occur using the bullet trap provided by the department. 16. All firearms shall be stored, handled, and / or maintained in such a manner as to prevent the firearm from an unintended discharge. 17. Off -duty Patrol Rifle Operators may only remove agency issued rifles from the Department premises for practice purposes. All department authorized weapons shall be stored consistent with Iowa Code Chapter 724.22 (7): a. It shall be unlawful for any person to store or leave a loaded firearm which is not secured by a trigger lock mechanism, placed in a securely locked box or container, or placed in some other location which a reasonable person would believe to be secure from a minor under the age of fourteen years, if such person knows or has reason to believe that a minor under the %e of fourteen years is likely to gain access to the firearm wit0but the oa lawful permission of the minor's parent, guardiop p raon having charge of the minor, the minor lawfully g_�i'acccV§s to4ii firearm without the consent of the minor's par et cguaNan, person having charge of the minor, and the minokpxhi6ts th firearm in a public place in an unlawful manner,- e � e (� firearm unlawfully to cause injury or death to a a rson..Ihis subsection does not apply if the minor obtains the firearm as a result of an unlawful entry by any person. A violation of this subsection is punishable as a serious misdemeanor. 18. Officers shall not carry any firearm under the following circumstances: a. The officer is on suspension or is directed not to do so by the Chief of Police. b. The officer has not successfully met proficiency and qualification levels as set forth by the Department. C. While under the influence of alcoholic beverages or medications that impair physical or mental ability. 19. Probationary police officers training in Steps 1 through 4 of the Field Training and Evaluation Process shall not carry a firearm while off -duty unless they meet the all of the following criteria: a. Were hired directly from another law enforcement agency and had successfully completed the probationary period at that agency. b. They possess a valid Iowa Non -Professional Permit to Carry. C. They have qualified with that specific firearm with an ILEA Certified Firearms Instructor within the past year. 20. The Captain of Administrative Services shall maintain a file on each firearm that is authorized for use in an official capacity containing the following: a. Date the firearm was authorized for use in an official capacity. b. Excluding routine cleaning, a log of all maintenance, repairs, or alterations completed on the firearm. C. Member using the firearm. d. In the case of shotguns -what car it is assigned to. 21. Firearms shall not be modified after it has been approved without notification and approval of the Lead Range Instructor. 22. If a firearm is discharged in the line of duty it shall be idlnedi ly CAP surrendered to the on -duty watch supervisor. If the fi v% issue by the department the surrendering officer shall be givewa replacerpeRt as soon as possible. 4c7) z► 23. All personnel authorized to carry weapons intended fo ROE oWrce O application must receive training on their use from the�rerspe;Xves of practical application and organizational policy. Instruction should include confirmation of employee understanding of legal implications and requirements, weapon specific operating and care procedures, documentation and reporting procedures, and obligations following the use of force. B. Display of Firearms 1. Except for general maintenance, supervisory inspections, storage or authorized training, officers shall not draw or exhibit firearms unless circumstances create a reasonable suspicion that it may be necessary to lawfully use the weapon in conformance with departmental directives. 2. Unless specifically designed to be carried in this fashion, at no time shall z firearm be carried or placed in a cocked condition, except for a second or subsequent shot of a semi -auto firearm. 3. Department owned firearms shall not be carried or utilized for any non - law enforcement activity without the express written permission of the Chief of Police or designee. 4. No officer shall display or provide any weapon to a citizen to inspect, examine or otherwise handle unless authorized by the Chief of Police or designee. C. Authorized Handguns 1. On -duty handgun, uniform duty a. An approved on -duty handgun for uniform duty is any department issued handgun as approved by the Chief of Police. b. Specifications i. Handguns must be double -action only or de - cock only models. Single-action handguns are not authorized. ii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory tr8ger pq�g weight not less than five (5) pounds. �ra tn iii. Barrel length: not less than 3.5 inches n�cfiot,tbore t=h 6 inches. —rn .r- I iv. Ammunition capacity: six (6) rounds mi-6prum M C. Current approved uniform on -duty handguns :r= a i. 40 caliber GLOCK model 22 ii. 9mm caliber GLOCK model 17-on an individual basis with approval of the chief of police 2. On -duty handgun, non -uniform duty An approved on -duty handgun for non -uniform duty is any department issued or personally owned departmentally approved handgun. b. Specifications i. Handguns must be double -action only or de -cock only models. Single action handguns are not authorized. ii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory trigger pull weight not less than five (5) pounds. iii. Barrel length: not less than 3 inches and not more than 6 inches. iv. Ammunition capacity: six round minimum. C. Current approved non -uniform duty handguns i. 40 caliber GLOCK model 22 ii. 40 caliber GLOCK model 23 ii. 9mm caliber GLOCK model 17-on an individual basis with approval of the chief of police 3. Authorized Personally Owned Backup Handguns a. An approved backup handgun is any department issued handgun or personally owned handgun meeting the following requirements. i. Criteria for personally owned, backup handguns a. .380 ACP or larger b. .45 ACP or smaller C. Annually inspected by a departmental armorer or firearms instructor. ii. Revolvers must be double action. Single action only revolvers are prohibited. Semi -automatics sha[�be carried according to manufacturer specifications. Sendautos which are carried with the hammer in i"_ arward wT position shall be "cocked and locked" (ira} ttnej ack safety on) and carried in an approved hET, Holsters shall be approved by the Lead Rafe Cicer� Chief of Police. CD ca Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory pull weight not less than five (5) pounds. iv. Ammunition Capacity: five (5) round minimum. V. The handgun shall be concealed (This does not include transportation of the weapon to and from the officer's residence and the PD) and carried in a secure and safe manner. W vi. Backup weapons may be worn while attending court (with judge's approval) if the officer is in plain clothes and has police identification adjacent to where the weapon is located. b. Current authorized backup handguns i. Smith and Wesson: Models Body Guard, 442 and 642 ii. Glock: Models 17, 19, 22, 23, 26, 27, and 43 iii. Springfield: Model XD9 iv. Ruger: Model LCP D. Authorized Shotguns 1. Patrol a. The department shall provide a shotgun for each marked squad - car. b. An approved patrol shotgun is any department issued shotgun meeting the following requirements: i. Gauge: 12 gauge ii. Barrel length: Minimum 14" iii. Action: pump or semi -automatic iv. 2.75"-3" magnum capability V. Minimum 4 shot chamber C. Current authorized shotguns for patrol i. Remington: 870 12 gauge pump actin c�+ ii. Benelli M4 12 gauge semi -automatic ii 2. Special Response Team (SRT)�? a. The department shall provide a limited nurnI99 oi0hotgq for use by the special response team. b. An approved special response team shotgun is any department issued shotgun meeting the following requirements: i. Gauge: 12 gauge ii. Barrel length: Minimum 14" iii. Action: pump or semi -automatic iv. 2.75"-3" magnum capability V. Minimum 4 shot chamber C. Current authorized shotguns for the special response team L Benelli M4 12 gauge semi -automatic 10 ii. Remington 870 Magnum Breaching Shotgun 3. Authorized Personally Owned Shotguns a. The Iowa City Police Department may allow individual officers to purchase and carry their own shotguns, on duty, pursuant to this order. 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 rifle can be used on duty. d) The rifle shall be inspected by the department's Lead Range Officer. b. An approved personally owned shotgun is any rifle meeting the following requirements: m i. Gauge: 12 gauge c3 ii. Barrel length: Minimum 14" c-) ro iii. Action: pump or semi -automatic - iv. 2.75"-3" magnum capability �r"- v. Minimum 4 shot chamber CD co c. Current authorized shotguns for the special response beam i. Benelli M4 12 gauge semi -automatic ii. Remington 870 Magnum Breaching Shotgun d. The owner of any shotgun(s) approved pursuant to this policy; is responsible for all expenses related to the care, repair and maintenance of the weapon unless otherwise approved by the Commander of Field Operations. E. Authorized Rifles 1. Patrol 11 a. The department shall provide a limited number of rifles for use by patrol. b. An approved department issued patrol rifle is any rifle meeting the following requirements: i. minimum 10" barrel maximum 20" a. A barrel under 16" must be properly registered with the ATF. ii. Gas operated semi -automatic action iii. .223 caliber iv. 30 round capacity box magazine V. fixed or collapsible stock vi. Approved tactical sling vii. Attached light with illumination of at least 65 lumens. viii. Fixed or flip -up iron sights a) An optical sighting device may be used. ix. Appropriate protective case. C. Current authorized department issued rifles for patrol i. Rock River Arms Model: LAR15 d. 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 rope surrendered to the Watch Commander. The Watch Cony -Pander shall crs secure the weapon and may designate another o�T r aPRO. TSe newly appointed PRO shall have completed the rrlinimunxxountte #or Patrol Rifle Operators and supply qualifying rang es and si confirmation records to the Training and Accredit t€ S can 2. Authorized Personally Owned Rifles c a. The Iowa City Police Department may allow individual officers to purchase and carry their own patrol rifles, on duty, pursuant to this order. i. 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. 12 c) The officer's immediate supervisor and the Commander of Field Operations must approve the officer and weapon before a personally owned rifle can be used on duty. d) The rifle shall be inspected by the department's Lead Range Officer. b. An approved personally owned patrol rifle is any rifle meeting the following requirements: i. minimum 10" barrel maximum 20" a. A barrel under 16" must be properly registered with the ATF ii. gas operated semi -automatic action iii. .223 caliber iv. 30 round capacity box magazine V. fixed or collapsible stock vi. Approved tactical sling vii. Attached light with illumination of at least 65 lumens. viii. Fixed or flip -up iron sights a. An optical sighting device may be used. ix. Appropriate protective case C. Current authorized personally owned rifles for patrol are i. Rock River Arms, Model: LAR15 ii. Bravo Company, Model: BCM4 R iii. Colt, Model: 6720 iv. Springfield, Model: Saint c-^ r" V. Knight's Amarment, Model: SR15 vi. Sig Sauer, Model; MCX-P � y vii. LMT, Model: Defender < �+ rn viii. Stag Arms, Model: AR15 3 Co ry.I'4 W V# d. The owner of any rifle(s) approved pursuant to this policy; is responsible for all expenses related to the care, repair and maintenance of the weapon unless otherwise approved by the Commander of Field Operations. 3. Special Response Team (SRT) a. The department shall provide a limited number of rifles for use by SRT. 13 b. An approved department issued SRT rifle is any rifle meeting the following requirements: i. minimum 10" barrel ii. Gas operated semi -automatic action iii. .223 caliber iv. 30 round capacity box magazine V. fixed or collapsible stock vi. Approved tactical sling vii. Attached light with illumination of at least 65 lumens. viii. Fixed or flip -up iron sights a) An optical sighting device may be used. ix. Appropriate protective case. C. Current authorized department issued rifles for SRT i. Rock River Arms, Model: LAR-15 d. Trained SRT members may carry their assigned shoulder weapon while on duty and on their patrol watch. SRT members carrying their assigned weapon must follow the guidelines provided in this policy. F. Authorized Ammunition 1. Department issued firearms must carry ammunition issued by the department. Personally owned backup handguns must carry department approved ammunition. Rifles shall only be deployed with .223 ammunition approved and supplied by the department. Ammunition shall not be modified in any way. 2. The Lead Range Officer shall be responsible for issuing all duty and training ammunition for all officers of the Department. CD a. All ammunition shall be produced by a rr a) cWmercM manufacturer of such product. 1 ca„ r- ... --4C7 -a' b. All issued duty ammunition shall be rotated at 12asbortrsn anFql basis. ¢) C. All issued duty and training ammunition shall be appro-Ted by the Chief of Police or designee. 14 d. All ammunition carried in a department approved, personally owned backup firearm shall be approved by the Chief of Police or designee. e. The table below lists all authorized ammunition information types: Handgun Shotgun Rifle 380 caliber Speer Gold Dot 90 GR HP 12 Ga Buckshot Federal .168 grain Bonded SP .38 special 12 Ga Slug Federal .165 grain Sierra Match King BTHP .357 caliber Royal Arms Tactical Entry Avon Rounds- SRT only Speer LE Golddot 64grain GDSP 9 mm Federal 2.75 00 buckshot-9 pellet Federal Match168 GR, Boat Tail H .40 caliber Federal Tactical 9 pellet Hornady Critical Duty FlexLock 40 caliber 175 grain Federal 2.75 lounce rifled slugs .45 caliber Speer Gold Dot 125 GR HP Speer Gold Dot 125 GR GDHP Speer Gold Dot 147 GR Speer Gold Dot 180 GR Speer Gold Dot 230 GR Federal Tactical Bonded 165 GR Federal Tactical Federal HST Magtech 7, 45 Remington Ultra Defense Remington Gold Saber V G. Firearms Records rrt t 1. The captain of administrative services shall record the%ilowiscg information and forward it to the Lead Range Officer: a. Initial date of service b. Description C. Manufacturer and Caliber d. Serial number e. Repair, service and modification history 2. The Lead Range Officer shall maintain a record for each firearm approved by the Department for use under official color of duty, and shall, at a minimum include the aforementioned information. 15 3. A copy of the firearm record shall be provided to the Commander of Field Operations and be entered in the Departments records management system. H. Firearms Modifications and Repairs 1. All department issued and department approved personally owned firearms shall not be modified from the manufacturer's specifications, except under the following circumstances: a. All modifications or repairs shall be conducted by the a manufacturer, manufacturer authorized service center, or department approved armorer. Exception: Officers may personally install a slip-on grip on their department issued or personally owned handgun. All other grip changes or modifications shall be conducted per section above. b. The Lead Range Officer shall be notified in writing of all modifications or repairs and shall enter the modifications or repairs in the Departments record management system. Documentation shall be kept on file with the Lead Range Officer. Firearms Maintenance 1. Officers shall maintain all firearms issued to them, or approved for use by the Department, in proper working order. Officers shalom not disassemble any department issued firearm beyon ield supping, as per the manufacturer recommendations for proper; aahtAncelz'rd cleaning. All other disassembly shall be conducted by 4 mayfact' , manufacturer authorized center, or department approve rmSrer. :<r- 2. Each repair or service transaction shall be documented xc; recorded as required in the section above.CD J. Firearm Proficiency, Training and Testing Courses of fire and tests designed to require the officer demonstrate accuracy, safety, functionality and maintenance of the firearms the officer carries or uses and knowledge of laws and departmental regulations concerning the use of force and weapons shall be required on an annual basis. 1. All persons utilizing range facilities shall follow the direction of the Lead Range Officer/Range Instructor at all times. 2. Courses of fire will be designed by firearms training personnel to include 16 scores, target types, timing distance and practical conditions that meet the needs of the department. 3. Scores will be documented as either pass/fail, or in annual firearms qualification courses, as a numerical score with a minimum of 80% required to pass and qualify. 4. Proficiency tests will include demonstrated ability of the officer to accomplish the following: drawing, holstering, clearing stoppages, loading, unloading, and safe handling of the firearm as designated by the training staff. 5. Target types will consist of, but not be limited to the following: Paper targets with printed design to represent areas to hit and be used in scoring accuracy. b. Steel targets that present instant feedback to the officer on accuracy. C. Shoot/don't shoot targets that represent the need for an officer to react appropriately. 6. Successful completion of a transitional training course conducted by the firearms training staff is required by any officer who changes from primary handgun of one design to a handgun of another desi , prior to being approved to carry the new handgun. = cr3 7. Annual handgun proficiency qualification requirements?i"all Tinsist of successful completion of _-cons q t wo IL r each issued handgun and a personally owned weapon t has6een; Co approved as a backup. `^^' 8. All officers who M carry special weapons and ammunition shall successfully complete qualification courses and training designed by the firearms training staff and those in charge of the affected units on an annual basis. 9. PRO Range days shall be held twice per year. PRO's must attend one of the PRO Range days each year in addition to sight confirmation at each Department Range day (spring and fall) in accordance with standards established by the Department's Rifle Instructors. Officers desiring to purchase and carry their own rifle must complete the same training and qualification as PROS using Department owned weapons. 17 10. Remedial training shall be ired of those officers who fail to achipvp a. Remedial training shall continue until the officer meets the standard'. Upon a third failed attempt to qualify, the Firearms Instructor shall notify the officer's supervisor, Commander of Field Operations and Chief of Police. b. Failure to meet the standard will result in immediate notification to the Commander of Field Operations and the Training Officer and may result in temporary reassignment to administrative duties that do not require the use of a firearm. This may continue until the standard is met, but will not exceed five (5) duty days without administrative review. C. Continued failure to meet the standard may result in administrative action being taken against the officer. d. Specific to PROs: 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 ma)tg reissue the rifle to another qualified PRO on tl5watctRr the Commander of Field Operations may design a fAw PRO. Upon the expiration of the 3-months, the;—, Commander of Field Operations shall determiret&helrifle will remain with the current PRO or revert to tTIQigtkol M officer. i7 M 11. The Range Officer or Lead Range Instructor conducting the fiParms training shall complete records documenting all firearms training for each officer. These records shall be retained by the Training Unit. 12. All firearm instruction, training and qualification shall be provided by a certified instructor. 13. Until the employee achieves full certification, s(he) will not be permitted to operate the specific weapons system other than in a training environment. 18 Jody Matherly, 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 o ca M iC) Jc- r- `�rTa x. wW N 19 COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD OFFICE CONTACTS September 2018 Date Description None. October 9, 2018 Mtg Packet COMMUNITY POLICE REVIEW BOARD COMPLAINT DEADLINES CPRB Complaint #18-02 Filed: 09/27/18 Chief's report due (90 days): 12/26/18 Chief's report filed: ??/??/18 CPRB meeting #1 (Review): ??/??/19 CPRB meeting #2 (Review): ??/??/19 CPRB meeting #3 (Review): ??/??/19 CPRB report due (90 days): 03/26/19 TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE November 13, 2018 December 11, 2018 January 8, 2019 February 12, 2019