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Standard Operating Procedure
Handbook
TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction
A. Welcome
B. Code of Conduct
II. Law Enforcement Officer
A. Procedures
1. Communications
2. Traffic Stops
3. “Code 5” High Risk / Felony stops
4. Pursuits
5. Arrest and Detention
6. Use of Force
7. Search Warrant
B. Subdivisions
I. Introduction
Welcome
Welcome to Law Enforcement. This SOP was written to inform you on how to properly conduct
yourself when on duty, how to properly carry out your duties, and inform you of all
information required for you to operate as an officer whatever your role may be.
Code of Conduct
Each Officer is and will be responsible for their own actions both on and off duty. Officers are
the face of the community. It is your responsibility to uphold the laws set forth by butt
RP. It is also your responsibility to ensure the safety of the community, community
members, and visitors while bringing criminals to justice.
Every Officer is always expected to operate at the highest level of professionalism at all times,
At no point should an officer break character unless for extenuating circumstances.
Officers are required to obey, follow, and enforce laws set-forth by the butt Roleplay HA
Team. Furthermore, any questions, comments, or concerns relating to the rules or laws
should be brought to the attention of your commanding officer (CO) or other community
leaders. At no point shall an officer enforce a law, that is NOT written, that they “think”
or “feel” is justified.
As a law enforcement officer, it is also our responsibility to ensure that ALL members of the
community are given a chance to Role Play (RP) their own individual scene. By
accepting the position as a law enforcement officer, you thereby agree to NOT “plant
evidence”, force role play and will abide by the rules and regulations of conduct set forth
by the San Andreas Cops Community.
Procedures
Section 2.2 - Public Interaction : This includes traffic stops, community events, and
investigations,
● Professional manner at all times.
● Stay in character at all times.
● Refrain from excessive cursing or sarcasm.
PURSUITS
Section 5.0 - Vehicle Pursuits :
Vehicle pursuits are one of the more dangerous pursuits due to speed ranging anywhere
from 20-30 mph all the way up to 120+mph. It is your number one priority to ensure public
safety at all times while in the pursuit of a suspect.
Section 5.1 - Vehicle pursuits :
● Initiating a vehicle pursuit :
○ Full code 3 must be used - Lights and siren
○ Initiate a signal 100 by alerting dispatch
Section 5.2 - Primary Officer Responsibilities :
● Location and direction of travel.
● Speed of the fleeing vehicle.
● Description of the fleeing vehicle and license number, if known.
● Number of known occupants.
● The identity or description of the known occupants.
● Information concerning the use of firearms, a threat of force, injuries, hostages or
other unusual hazards.
Section 5.3 - Secondary Officer Responsibilities :
● Should notify dispatch of entry into pursuit.
● Responsible for taking over location and direction of travel.
● Remain a safe distance away from the primary to avoid accidents/collisions.
● Request a marked unit if one has not yet joined the pursuit.
Section 5.4 - Pursuit driving Technique :
● First consider the limitation of both your vehicle and your driving capabilities.
Position yourself in a way that allows you to see and avoid road hazards and
maneuver safely.
● Officers involved in the pursuit should :
○ Change siren to “faser”.
○ Check all lanes to make sure it’s clear before proceeding.
● Intersections can present and increased risk :
○ Officers not directly involved should attempt to block cross traffic and
warn pedestrians.
● Officers and Troops should NEVER pursue a vehicle driving left of center (wrong
way) on a freeway. Alternate options include :
○ Call for assistance from an air unit.
○ Maintain visual while paralleling in the proper lane.
○ Request others officers block or observer exits ahead.
○ Officers should NEVER attempt to pass other units involved unless for
extenuating circumstances
Section 5.5 - Reduce Code :
● Public Danger :
○ If the primary unit OR a commanding officer feels that continuation of the
pursuit may put danger to public or officers safety you will be asked to
reduce to code one (1) and discontinue the pursuit.
○ A B.O.L.O. will be sent out by the primary officer as well as any
pertinent information to surrounding units and departments.
○ SAFE capture of the individual will be tried again later.
Things to remember :
● Primary officer is in control and needs to relay all information.
● Secondary officer should take over location and direction once attached.
● Safety is your number one priority - Both officers and community.
● NEVER drive left of center - oncoming lanes.
● If an officer is injured, stop to provide aid unless another officer is available.
● Always keep dispatch in formed.
● Circumstances to consider :
○ Potential for injury to the officer(s) if the technique is not used.
○ Potential risk of serious injury or death to the individual.
○ Nature of the offense involved.
○ Level of resistance from suspect.
Section 9.3 - Exceptions to the warrant : (When an officer/trooper does NOT need a
warrant)
● With consent from an individual.
○ This includes their person or vehicle.
● If items relating to a crime are in plain view.
○ Drugs or Drugs paraphernalia.
● If an officer is performing an arrest.
○ Suspect must be searched before transport.
● Exigent Circumstances.
○ If the officer believes that evidence of a crime is located within the suspects
vehicle.
● In Pursuit of.
○ Officers may enter a business or home if they are in active pursuit of a fleeing
suspect.
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