Aday Kitabı
Posted: Fri Aug 15, 2025 8:32 pm
 |
| RECRUITMENT AND EMPLOYMENT - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICE BUREAU |
CADET HANDBOOK LOS SANTOS POLICE ACADEMY |
PHASE I
GİRİŞ
Los Santos Polis Akademisi'ne hoş geldiniz. Yeni bir öğrenci olarak, Los Santos şehrine dürüstlük, profesyonellik ve onurla hizmet etmek ve korumak için sizi hazırlayacak disiplin, gelişim ve eğitim yolculuğuna başlamak üzeresiniz. Bu el kitabı, Akademi'de geçireceğiniz süre boyunca size temel bir rehber olarak hizmet etmek üzere tasarlanmıştır.
The guide is structured to provide you with a detailed overview of the expectations, procedures, skills, and core principles you will be required to learn and apply during your training. It outlines the curriculum, conduct standards, and operational knowledge necessary to become a capable and confident police officer.
To ensure a structured and progressive learning experience, the guide is divided into two parts, reflecting the two distinct phases of the Academy. Each phase introduces critical components of law enforcement training, beginning with foundational skills and leading into advanced operational and field-based instruction.
All cadets are required to study and understand the contents of this guide thoroughly. Familiarity with the material is not only crucial for your success during the Academy but also forms the basis for your future effectiveness and accountability as a law enforcement officer.
Your commitment to learning, discipline, and professionalism starts here. Read carefully, train hard, and prepare to uphold the values of the Los Santos Police Department.
Welcome to the Academy!
The guide is structured to provide you with a detailed overview of the expectations, procedures, skills, and core principles you will be required to learn and apply during your training. It outlines the curriculum, conduct standards, and operational knowledge necessary to become a capable and confident police officer.
To ensure a structured and progressive learning experience, the guide is divided into two parts, reflecting the two distinct phases of the Academy. Each phase introduces critical components of law enforcement training, beginning with foundational skills and leading into advanced operational and field-based instruction.
All cadets are required to study and understand the contents of this guide thoroughly. Familiarity with the material is not only crucial for your success during the Academy but also forms the basis for your future effectiveness and accountability as a law enforcement officer.
Your commitment to learning, discipline, and professionalism starts here. Read carefully, train hard, and prepare to uphold the values of the Los Santos Police Department.
Welcome to the Academy!
POLİS EKİPMANLARI
ÜNİFORMA
Each patrol officer has a basic uniform issued to them. The basic uniform for patrol officers shall consist of the following:
The Department has four classifications of duty uniforms. They are the Class A, Class B, Class C and Utility uniforms. The four classifications of approved Department uniforms are as follows:
Whilst usually officers may choose which uniform to wear, there are some notable exceptions:
The Department has approved the Sam Browne-type police equipment belt and shall issue it to new sworn personnel. The Police Equipment Belt shall also be worn with a Department-approved firearm holster of either a standard or retention type, a firearm cartridge case, an electronic control device holster, a baton holder, and a handcuffs case with keys. The Department has also approved the Velcro-type police equipment belt in lieu of the Sam Browne equipment belt; these belts are not approved for use with Class A, B or C uniforms.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Uniformed officers, in addition to the basic uniform, shall carry the following equipment:
Each patrol officer has a basic uniform issued to them. The basic uniform for patrol officers shall consist of the following:
- Uniform shirt: It shall be a long-sleeved uniform shirt, better referred to as the Class A shirt.
- Badge: When in uniform, officers shall wear the official badge currently issued to them. The badge shall be attached to the badge holder provided on the outermost garment and shall be clearly visible at all times.
- Nameplate: The nameplate shall be worn with the uniform shirt and shall be clearly visible at all times. The nameplate shall display the officer's lastname.
- Tie: The tie worn with the uniform shirt shall be of the clip-on variety.
- Trousers: Functional trousers which match in color to the uniform shirt.
- Police Equipment Belt: The Police Equipment Belt shall be worn complete with equipment specified in the "Police Equipment Belt" section.
- Shoes: May consist of shoes or boots. Shall be a centre-laced style, plain toe, and black in color. Boots shall also be leather-topped, and the heel shall not exceed one inch.
- Socks: Shall be a solid black or midnight blue without any design.
- Raincoat: Optional: during inclement weather a raincoat is available and shall include a rain hood.
The Department has four classifications of duty uniforms. They are the Class A, Class B, Class C and Utility uniforms. The four classifications of approved Department uniforms are as follows:
- Class A uniform: Long-sleeved shirt with banded collar and tie.
- Class B uniform: Long-sleeve shirt with a sport collar (lay flat style) and no tie, paired with a white crew or white V-neck, or a black crew neck T-shirt.
- Class C uniform: Short-sleeved shirt with sport collar and no tie, with white crew or white V-neck T-shirt.
- Utility uniform: Long or short-sleeved black shirt with sports collar, 'Police' inscribed upon the back and black cargo pants. Optional addition of a black baseball cap with 'Police' or other divisionally approved symbolism inscribed upon the front. To be used at the discretion of the officer’s assigned division.
Whilst usually officers may choose which uniform to wear, there are some notable exceptions:
- Officers shall wear the Class A uniform, with long sleeves, a tie, and a cap, for special events.
- Officers may wear a nylon waist-length field jacket and/or a black beanie when seasonal conditions require.
- Officers may wear the basic uniform rain clothing when exposed to inclement weather.
- Officers may wear a radio microphone, paid for at their own expense. However, these shall not be worn with the Class A uniform.
- Officers may wear a Load Bearing Vest (LBV) with matching colouration to their duty uniform, adorned with their badge or fabric alternative on the front. However, these shall not be worn with the Class A uniform.
The Department has approved the Sam Browne-type police equipment belt and shall issue it to new sworn personnel. The Police Equipment Belt shall also be worn with a Department-approved firearm holster of either a standard or retention type, a firearm cartridge case, an electronic control device holster, a baton holder, and a handcuffs case with keys. The Department has also approved the Velcro-type police equipment belt in lieu of the Sam Browne equipment belt; these belts are not approved for use with Class A, B or C uniforms.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
Uniformed officers, in addition to the basic uniform, shall carry the following equipment:
- Baton: Officers using motorised equipment while on duty shall carry their batons. The Department authorises 24-inch side handle batons, expandable side handle batons and collapsible batons.
- TASER: The TASER x26 shall be carried in a department-approved holster that is on the support side of the duty belt in either a cross-draw or support side draw position.
- O.C Spray: O.C. MK 3 spray shall be carried in the duty belt.
- Hobble Restraint Device: The hobble restraint device shall be carried on the key ring holder of the officer's equipment belt. Exception for Motorcycle officers who shall carry the hobble restraint device in a uniform pants pocket.
- General Duty Helmets: Uniformed officers, while assigned in vehicles, shall keep their general duty helmets in their helmet bags and stored in the vehicle's trunk, and otherwise shall be kept in their station lockers.
- Traffic Citation Books: Both the Traffic Notice to Appear and the absentee citation books shall be carried.
- Flashlight: A flashlight shall be carried during the hours of darkness.
- Handheld Radio
- Field Officer's Notebook
- Pen or Pencil
- Street Guide Book
- Handcuffs
- Handcuff Key
- Whistle
- Personal Protective Equipment Kit: Consisting of work gloves, nitrile gloves, goggles, and an N95 respirator mask.
DE-ESCALATION TECHNIQUES
SITUATIONAL AWARENESS
Before initiating contact, officers are trained to assess the environment, suspect behaviour, and potential threats. This includes identifying whether the individual appears armed, under the influence, or mentally ill. The goal is to make a safe plan using "time, distance, and shielding" to control the pace of the encounter and reduce the need for force.
COMMUNICATION
Effective verbal communication is key to de-escalation. Officers introduce themselves calmly and clearly, explaining their intentions to reduce confusion or fear. They use a non-threatening tone, ask open-ended questions, and offer choices instead of demands, which encourages cooperation rather than resistance. Their body language must remain non-threatening.
ACTIVE LISTENING
To build trust, officers are encouraged to show genuine empathy. By listening without interruption, acknowledging feelings, and paraphrasing what the subject says, officers can help defuse emotions. This shows the person that they are being heard, not just controlled.
THREAT ASSESSMENT
Officers are trained to monitor a subject’s body language and tone for signs of agitation, mental distress, or potential violence. Recognising cues like clenched fists, pacing, or erratic speech helps officers determine the appropriate level of caution and intervention.
USE OF TIME AND DISTANCE
Rather than immediately engaging a tense subject, officers use time to let emotions cool and distance to maintain safety. By slowing the pace and creating space, such as standing further away or using cover, they reduce the chance of triggering a defensive or violent reaction.
DE-ESCALATION THROUGH BODY LANGUAGE
Officers are mindful of their body language, keeping hands visible, posture non-threatening, and tone calm. Abrupt movements or a dominating stance can escalate a situation, so a controlled, relaxed physical presence is key to maintaining calm.
KNOW WHEN TO DISENGAGE
Sometimes the safest option is to pull back and reassess. Officers may choose to wait for backup or more specialised units rather than forcing an outcome prematurely. Strategic repositioning is not a weakness; it’s a calculated move to keep everyone safe.
USE FORCE ONLY AS A LAST RESORT
Force is only employed when there is an imminent threat and all reasonable de-escalation efforts have failed. LSPD policy emphasises that any use of force must be proportional, necessary, and followed by medical aid and proper documentation.
Before initiating contact, officers are trained to assess the environment, suspect behaviour, and potential threats. This includes identifying whether the individual appears armed, under the influence, or mentally ill. The goal is to make a safe plan using "time, distance, and shielding" to control the pace of the encounter and reduce the need for force.
COMMUNICATION
Effective verbal communication is key to de-escalation. Officers introduce themselves calmly and clearly, explaining their intentions to reduce confusion or fear. They use a non-threatening tone, ask open-ended questions, and offer choices instead of demands, which encourages cooperation rather than resistance. Their body language must remain non-threatening.
ACTIVE LISTENING
To build trust, officers are encouraged to show genuine empathy. By listening without interruption, acknowledging feelings, and paraphrasing what the subject says, officers can help defuse emotions. This shows the person that they are being heard, not just controlled.
THREAT ASSESSMENT
Officers are trained to monitor a subject’s body language and tone for signs of agitation, mental distress, or potential violence. Recognising cues like clenched fists, pacing, or erratic speech helps officers determine the appropriate level of caution and intervention.
USE OF TIME AND DISTANCE
Rather than immediately engaging a tense subject, officers use time to let emotions cool and distance to maintain safety. By slowing the pace and creating space, such as standing further away or using cover, they reduce the chance of triggering a defensive or violent reaction.
DE-ESCALATION THROUGH BODY LANGUAGE
Officers are mindful of their body language, keeping hands visible, posture non-threatening, and tone calm. Abrupt movements or a dominating stance can escalate a situation, so a controlled, relaxed physical presence is key to maintaining calm.
KNOW WHEN TO DISENGAGE
Sometimes the safest option is to pull back and reassess. Officers may choose to wait for backup or more specialised units rather than forcing an outcome prematurely. Strategic repositioning is not a weakness; it’s a calculated move to keep everyone safe.
USE FORCE ONLY AS A LAST RESORT
Force is only employed when there is an imminent threat and all reasonable de-escalation efforts have failed. LSPD policy emphasises that any use of force must be proportional, necessary, and followed by medical aid and proper documentation.
DRAWING OR EXHIBITING FIREARMS
Unnecessarily or prematurely drawing or exhibiting a firearm limits an officer's alternatives in controlling a situation, creates unnecessary anxiety on the part of citizens, and may result in an unwarranted or accidental discharge of the firearm. An officer's decision to draw or exhibit a firearm should be based on the tactical situation and the officer's reasonable belief that there is a substantial risk that the situation may escalate to the point where deadly force may be justified. When an officer has determined that the use of deadly force is not necessary, the officer shall, as soon as practicable, secure or holster the firearm.
USE OF FORCE
The use of force by members of law enforcement is a matter of critical concern both to the public and the law enforcement community. It is recognised that some individuals will not comply with the law or submit to control unless compelled to do so by the use of force; therefore, law enforcement officers are sometimes called upon to use force in the performance of their duties. The Department's guiding principle when using force shall be reverence for human life; whenever practicable, officers shall attempt to use de-escalation tactics to reduce the intensity of any encounter with a suspect and enable an officer to have additional options to mitigate the need to use a higher level of force.
It is the policy of this Department that personnel may use only that force which is "objectively reasonable" to:
OBJECTIVE REASONABLENESS DEFINED
Pursuant to the opinion issued by the United States Supreme Court in Graham v. Connor, the Department examines the reasonableness of any particular force used: a) from the perspective of a reasonable Los Santos Police Officer with similar training and experience, in the same situation; and b) based on the facts and circumstances of each particular case. Those factors may include, but are not limited to:
Law enforcement officers shall use deadly force upon another person only when the officer reasonably believes, based on the totality of circumstances, that such force is necessary for either of the following reasons:
WARNING SHOTS
It is the policy of this Department that warning shots shall only be used in exceptional circumstances where it might reasonably be expected to avoid the need to use deadly force. Generally, warning shots shall be directed in a manner that minimises the risk of injury to innocent persons, ricochet dangers and property damage.
SHOOTING AT VEHICLES
While not comprehensive of every situation that an officer may encounter, it is the policy of this Department that firearms shall not be discharged at a moving vehicle unless a person in the vehicle is immediately threatening the officer or another person with deadly force. The moving vehicle itself shall not presumptively constitute a threat that justifies an officer's use of deadly force. An officer threatened by an oncoming vehicle shall move out of its path instead of discharging a firearm at it or any of its occupants.
SHOOTING FROM VEHICLES
Firearms shall not be discharged from a moving vehicle, except in exigent circumstances and consistent with this policy in regard to the use of Deadly Force.
Unnecessarily or prematurely drawing or exhibiting a firearm limits an officer's alternatives in controlling a situation, creates unnecessary anxiety on the part of citizens, and may result in an unwarranted or accidental discharge of the firearm. An officer's decision to draw or exhibit a firearm should be based on the tactical situation and the officer's reasonable belief that there is a substantial risk that the situation may escalate to the point where deadly force may be justified. When an officer has determined that the use of deadly force is not necessary, the officer shall, as soon as practicable, secure or holster the firearm.
USE OF FORCE
The use of force by members of law enforcement is a matter of critical concern both to the public and the law enforcement community. It is recognised that some individuals will not comply with the law or submit to control unless compelled to do so by the use of force; therefore, law enforcement officers are sometimes called upon to use force in the performance of their duties. The Department's guiding principle when using force shall be reverence for human life; whenever practicable, officers shall attempt to use de-escalation tactics to reduce the intensity of any encounter with a suspect and enable an officer to have additional options to mitigate the need to use a higher level of force.
It is the policy of this Department that personnel may use only that force which is "objectively reasonable" to:
- Defend themselves;
- Defend others;
- Effect an arrest or detention;
- Prevent escape, or;
- Overcome resistance.
OBJECTIVE REASONABLENESS DEFINED
Pursuant to the opinion issued by the United States Supreme Court in Graham v. Connor, the Department examines the reasonableness of any particular force used: a) from the perspective of a reasonable Los Santos Police Officer with similar training and experience, in the same situation; and b) based on the facts and circumstances of each particular case. Those factors may include, but are not limited to:
- The feasibility of using de-escalation tactics, crisis intervention or other alternatives to force;
- The seriousness of the crime or suspected offence;
- The level of threat or resistance presented by the subject.
- Whether the subject was posing an immediate threat to officers or a danger to the community;
- The potential for injury to citizens, officers or subjects;
- The risk or apparent attempt by the subject to escape;
- The conduct of the subject being confronted (as reasonably perceived by the officer at the time);
- The amount of time and any changing circumstances during which the officer had to determine the type and amount of force that appeared to be reasonable;
- The availability of other resources;
- The training and experience of the officer;
- The proximity or access of weapons to the subject;
- Officer versus subject factors such as age, size, relative strength, skill level, injury/exhaustion and number of officers versus subjects;
- The environmental factors and/or other exigent circumstances; and,
- Whether a person is a member of a vulnerable population.
Law enforcement officers shall use deadly force upon another person only when the officer reasonably believes, based on the totality of circumstances, that such force is necessary for either of the following reasons:
- To defend against an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to the officer or another person, or;
- To apprehend a fleeing person for any felony that threatens or results in death or serious bodily injury, if the officers reasonably believe that the person will cause death or serious bodily injury to another unless immediately apprehended. Where feasible, a peace officer shall, prior to the use of force, make reasonable efforts to identify themselves as a peace officer and to warn that deadly force may be used, unless the officer has objectively reasonable grounds to believe the person is aware of those facts.
WARNING SHOTS
It is the policy of this Department that warning shots shall only be used in exceptional circumstances where it might reasonably be expected to avoid the need to use deadly force. Generally, warning shots shall be directed in a manner that minimises the risk of injury to innocent persons, ricochet dangers and property damage.
SHOOTING AT VEHICLES
While not comprehensive of every situation that an officer may encounter, it is the policy of this Department that firearms shall not be discharged at a moving vehicle unless a person in the vehicle is immediately threatening the officer or another person with deadly force. The moving vehicle itself shall not presumptively constitute a threat that justifies an officer's use of deadly force. An officer threatened by an oncoming vehicle shall move out of its path instead of discharging a firearm at it or any of its occupants.
SHOOTING FROM VEHICLES
Firearms shall not be discharged from a moving vehicle, except in exigent circumstances and consistent with this policy in regard to the use of Deadly Force.
TUTUKLAMA VE KONTROL TEKNİKLERİ
One of the most fundamental things you need to master while being in the Los Santos Police Department is the arrest procedure. It is something that you will repeat over and over again while you're in the department, so it's important to know what you have to do, why you have to do it and to learn to do it right the first time around.
This is not a guide on the legal process of identifying the suspect of a crime or even uncovering that a crime has been committed. This guide presumes you have already passed that stage and only covers the arrest procedure itself. Two definitions must be understood when reading this guide, however.
ISSUE CLEAR VERBAL COMMANDS
Use firm, non-aggrestive language, such as: "Stop resisting!", or "Get on the ground now!"
Repeat your commands to give the suspect opportunities to comply and maintain verbal direction through the encounter.
EXECUTE A CONTROLLED TAKEDOWN
Use approved takedown techniques:
GROUND CONTROL
Once on the ground, transition quickly into a control hold (e.g. arm bar), avoid placing weight on the neck, spine, or back, especially in prone positions. If the subject continues to resist, use the the force necessary to control the subject. Cease using force immediately when resistance stops.
RESTRAIN AND MONITOR THE SUSPECT
Once on the ground and you have control:
The force used must match the resistance met:
COMMUNICATE AND CONTROL THE SCENE
Call out your intentions: “Going hands-on!” / “Control the legs!”. Secure weapons, check for other threats.
Prepare for search and transport after custody.
This is not a guide on the legal process of identifying the suspect of a crime or even uncovering that a crime has been committed. This guide presumes you have already passed that stage and only covers the arrest procedure itself. Two definitions must be understood when reading this guide, however.
- Detainment: Restricting one's movement to investigate whether or not a crime has been committed (when reasonable suspicion is present)
- Control: Obtaining and maintaining influence over a subject’s movements and behaviour to ensure compliance, minimise resistance, and prevent harm to the subject, the officer, and/or others.
- Consider: Is the suspect resisting, fleeing, or threatening harm?
- Ensure the use of force is reasonable, necessary, and proportional.
ISSUE CLEAR VERBAL COMMANDS
Use firm, non-aggrestive language, such as: "Stop resisting!", or "Get on the ground now!"
Repeat your commands to give the suspect opportunities to comply and maintain verbal direction through the encounter.
EXECUTE A CONTROLLED TAKEDOWN
Use approved takedown techniques:
- Arm Drag and/or Leg Trip
- Hip Throw
- Leg Sweep
- Leverage balance and mechanics, not brute force.
- Guide, don't slam, minimise risk of injury.
GROUND CONTROL
Once on the ground, transition quickly into a control hold (e.g. arm bar), avoid placing weight on the neck, spine, or back, especially in prone positions. If the subject continues to resist, use the the force necessary to control the subject. Cease using force immediately when resistance stops.
RESTRAIN AND MONITOR THE SUSPECT
Once on the ground and you have control:
- Apply handcuffs securely and double-lock;
- Reposition to side or seated position after restraint.
- Monitor for breathing difficulty, injury, or distress.
- Request medical aid if and when needed.
The force used must match the resistance met:
- Passive: guide, escort, verbal redirection.
- Active: physical control, holds, takedown.
- Aggressive: justified strikes or higher-level force, such as the use of less-than-lethal devices.
COMMUNICATE AND CONTROL THE SCENE
Call out your intentions: “Going hands-on!” / “Control the legs!”. Secure weapons, check for other threats.
Prepare for search and transport after custody.
TUTUKLAMA NASIL YAPILIR
DEFINITION
Arrest - Restricting one's movement with the intent to put them in jail/prison after it has been confirmed they have committed a crime.
STEP ONE — BACKUP
There are a variety of ways in which you could end up needing to arrest someone. It can happen while you are trying to pull someone over and they happen to be lacking a driver's license, it could be the conclusion of a pursuit on a stolen vehicle, or you could have witnessed someone carrying contraband.
There are, however, situations where the arrest procedure or parts of it should be initiated with or without backup available. Situations that are active and might lead to civilian casualties without officer intervention, or, for example, an officer-involved shooting where the officer has incapacitated the suspect, but the suspect still has their weapon in hand or nearby. As officer safety protocols dictate, it is more important to secure the weapon at that point in time; officers should not be shy to engage in doing so without backup readily available.
STEP 2 — ENGAGING IN ARREST PROCEDURE
If sufficient backup is available on the scene, the officer should be ready to initiate the arrest procedure. All throughout the arrest procedure, officer safety is the most important thing to keep in mind. Luckily, there are a variety of tools to be used to improve officer safety.
STEP 3 - ARRESTING THE SUSPECT
If the suspect immediately complied or was eventually caught after resisting, it is now time to start going through the actual procedure. When arresting a suspect, one must always restrain their hand movement by using the department-issued restraints, a.k.a the handcuffs. A suspect's arms must be moved behind their back, and each cuff of the handcuffs must be applied to a unique wrist. (One cuff to the left wrist, one to the right.)
(Officer patting down a suspect's legs)
Arrest - Restricting one's movement with the intent to put them in jail/prison after it has been confirmed they have committed a crime.
STEP ONE — BACKUP
There are a variety of ways in which you could end up needing to arrest someone. It can happen while you are trying to pull someone over and they happen to be lacking a driver's license, it could be the conclusion of a pursuit on a stolen vehicle, or you could have witnessed someone carrying contraband.
CIVILIANS
When you are going to arrest/detain a suspect of a crime, civilian safety is always the most important thing to keep in mind. Ensure your actions do not harm innocent civilians. If impossible due to an active incident (for example active shooter), use verbal or other means to ensure civilian safety.
OFFICER SAFETY
Officer safety is the second most important thing you should keep in mind. This does not just mean that an officer must be wary of firearms or knives, because threats can come in various unpredictable ways. The easiest way to improve officer safety is by having backup. Backup can come in many ways or forms, but the most important one is the officer's partner. If an officer is alone, they should always call for at least one unit in support prior to engaging in an arrest/detainment procedure to ensure officer safety. Always remember that every officer counts as a force multiplier, and the more the merrier is very true in this case.
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA
One should also adjust their backup request to the area they are in. Are you in Rockford Hills? Then you are in a relatively peaceful area. Depending on the suspect you are trying to arrest, a lot of backup may not be necessary. Are you in a high-violent crime rate area, such as Davis or Strawberry? However, it might be beneficial to call more backup than you otherwise would to ensure officer safety. Common sense should be applied when it comes to modelling the backup after one's geographical area.
BACKUP HAS NOT ARRIVED YET
This factor is heavily dependent on whether the situation is active or not. If one has not engaged in any type of arrest procedure yet (including sitting in the cruiser during a traffic/felony stop), one should always wait for backup to arrive prior to engaging in the arrest procedure. The same applies to situations such as the conclusion of a vehicle pursuit where the suspect is incapacitated. If the officer is in a position of cover and there is no immediate threat of escape, one should always prioritise waiting for backup.
When you are going to arrest/detain a suspect of a crime, civilian safety is always the most important thing to keep in mind. Ensure your actions do not harm innocent civilians. If impossible due to an active incident (for example active shooter), use verbal or other means to ensure civilian safety.
OFFICER SAFETY
Officer safety is the second most important thing you should keep in mind. This does not just mean that an officer must be wary of firearms or knives, because threats can come in various unpredictable ways. The easiest way to improve officer safety is by having backup. Backup can come in many ways or forms, but the most important one is the officer's partner. If an officer is alone, they should always call for at least one unit in support prior to engaging in an arrest/detainment procedure to ensure officer safety. Always remember that every officer counts as a force multiplier, and the more the merrier is very true in this case.
GEOGRAPHICAL AREA
One should also adjust their backup request to the area they are in. Are you in Rockford Hills? Then you are in a relatively peaceful area. Depending on the suspect you are trying to arrest, a lot of backup may not be necessary. Are you in a high-violent crime rate area, such as Davis or Strawberry? However, it might be beneficial to call more backup than you otherwise would to ensure officer safety. Common sense should be applied when it comes to modelling the backup after one's geographical area.
BACKUP HAS NOT ARRIVED YET
This factor is heavily dependent on whether the situation is active or not. If one has not engaged in any type of arrest procedure yet (including sitting in the cruiser during a traffic/felony stop), one should always wait for backup to arrive prior to engaging in the arrest procedure. The same applies to situations such as the conclusion of a vehicle pursuit where the suspect is incapacitated. If the officer is in a position of cover and there is no immediate threat of escape, one should always prioritise waiting for backup.
There are, however, situations where the arrest procedure or parts of it should be initiated with or without backup available. Situations that are active and might lead to civilian casualties without officer intervention, or, for example, an officer-involved shooting where the officer has incapacitated the suspect, but the suspect still has their weapon in hand or nearby. As officer safety protocols dictate, it is more important to secure the weapon at that point in time; officers should not be shy to engage in doing so without backup readily available.
STEP 2 — ENGAGING IN ARREST PROCEDURE
If sufficient backup is available on the scene, the officer should be ready to initiate the arrest procedure. All throughout the arrest procedure, officer safety is the most important thing to keep in mind. Luckily, there are a variety of tools to be used to improve officer safety.
VERBAL
The officer should always start by identifying themselves as a police officer and try to verbally make the suspect put themselves in a position where it is safe for the officer to initiate their arrest. An example would be:
''Sir, Los Santos Police Department. I need you to step against the cruiser for me, facing away from me.''
This is usually where most people start giving you indicators of what their threat levels might be. More often than not, civilians simply comply with our lawful orders, and that's that. But some may choose to resist and will often start doing so at this stage. Resisting arrest procedure can be a variety of things. The suspect could run off, which would escalate the situation as a whole, but they can also start asking questions such as ''Why do I need to do X'' etcetera.
Just because someone does not immediately comply with a verbal order does not mean the officer has to instantly escalate the procedure. Officers should always attempt to resolve the situation verbally by giving warnings. While the officer verbally orders the person to step towards their vehicle, they should also start with the physical restraining part of the arrest procedure by placing their hands on the suspect's arms/wrists to start pulling them towards their back.
MEGAPHONE
If an officer is in their vehicle and the relevant stop is not a felony stop (for misdemeanour arrests specifically), they may use the megaphone to order a suspect out of their vehicle. If in a felony stop, follow the felony stop procedure as per LSPDM 4.8.3.
VEHICLES
As a general rule of thumb, it is always smart to order suspects away from their vehicles as they may have hidden weapons on or around their vehicles, which you may not immediately spot. It also minimises the risk of eluding should they break free of your grasp for whatever reason.
DASHCAM
When telling a suspect to step to your cruiser, it is always important to tell them to stand in front of the cruiser over the hood, so that the dashcam can record your arrest and cover you in case it is ever brought up in an Internal Affairs investigation/court case.
The officer should always start by identifying themselves as a police officer and try to verbally make the suspect put themselves in a position where it is safe for the officer to initiate their arrest. An example would be:
''Sir, Los Santos Police Department. I need you to step against the cruiser for me, facing away from me.''
This is usually where most people start giving you indicators of what their threat levels might be. More often than not, civilians simply comply with our lawful orders, and that's that. But some may choose to resist and will often start doing so at this stage. Resisting arrest procedure can be a variety of things. The suspect could run off, which would escalate the situation as a whole, but they can also start asking questions such as ''Why do I need to do X'' etcetera.
Just because someone does not immediately comply with a verbal order does not mean the officer has to instantly escalate the procedure. Officers should always attempt to resolve the situation verbally by giving warnings. While the officer verbally orders the person to step towards their vehicle, they should also start with the physical restraining part of the arrest procedure by placing their hands on the suspect's arms/wrists to start pulling them towards their back.
MEGAPHONE
If an officer is in their vehicle and the relevant stop is not a felony stop (for misdemeanour arrests specifically), they may use the megaphone to order a suspect out of their vehicle. If in a felony stop, follow the felony stop procedure as per LSPDM 4.8.3.
VEHICLES
As a general rule of thumb, it is always smart to order suspects away from their vehicles as they may have hidden weapons on or around their vehicles, which you may not immediately spot. It also minimises the risk of eluding should they break free of your grasp for whatever reason.
DASHCAM
When telling a suspect to step to your cruiser, it is always important to tell them to stand in front of the cruiser over the hood, so that the dashcam can record your arrest and cover you in case it is ever brought up in an Internal Affairs investigation/court case.
STEP 3 - ARRESTING THE SUSPECT
If the suspect immediately complied or was eventually caught after resisting, it is now time to start going through the actual procedure. When arresting a suspect, one must always restrain their hand movement by using the department-issued restraints, a.k.a the handcuffs. A suspect's arms must be moved behind their back, and each cuff of the handcuffs must be applied to a unique wrist. (One cuff to the left wrist, one to the right.)
(Officer patting down a suspect's legs)
FRISKING
After a suspect has been handcuffed, the officer must search the suspect for weapons or contraband prior to placing them in their cruiser. This means the officer must check all pockets the suspect's clothing has, including the socks. Besides checking all of the suspect's pockets, the officers must additionally pat down areas without pockets (arms and legs) to ensure nothing is taped to limbs or otherwise hidden in pockets. Besides checking for contraband, the officer should also check for the suspect's ID card to either discover or confirm their identity.
READING THEIR CHARGES
After a suspect has been properly frisked and officer safety has been guaranteed, the officer must read the suspect their charges. This includes added charges for any contraband found on the person. An example given is that suspect Bob Bobson was caught driving without a license, and on his person, a pistol was found, while the suspect does not have a license for said weapon. Reading the charges would go as follows:
''Mister Bobson, you are under arrest for driving without a valid license and possession of an unlicensed firearm.''
READING THEIR RIGHTS
After the suspect has been read their charges, the officer must immediately continue by reading them their Miranda Rights if there is intention to question them any further.
''You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney present during your hearing. If you cannot afford one, one will be provided for you. Do you understand these rights?''
It is important to note that reading a suspect their charges is ALWAYS mandatory. Reading a suspect's miranda rights is mandatory if you question them in relation to the crime they are alleged to have committed, in accordance with internal procedure. Forgetting either one will make you liable for severe disciplinary action!
LIABILITY AND UNDERSTANDING
It is advised to read the rights near the dashcam to ensure it is caught on tape, but it is not mandatory to do so. It is simply an extra step to cover yourself from liability. After the suspect has been read their charges and their rights, the officer must confirm the suspect has understood them. The officer should always attempt to ensure the suspect has reasonably understood both. When the officer is satisfied they have achieved that, they may move on to transporting the suspect.
After a suspect has been handcuffed, the officer must search the suspect for weapons or contraband prior to placing them in their cruiser. This means the officer must check all pockets the suspect's clothing has, including the socks. Besides checking all of the suspect's pockets, the officers must additionally pat down areas without pockets (arms and legs) to ensure nothing is taped to limbs or otherwise hidden in pockets. Besides checking for contraband, the officer should also check for the suspect's ID card to either discover or confirm their identity.
READING THEIR CHARGES
After a suspect has been properly frisked and officer safety has been guaranteed, the officer must read the suspect their charges. This includes added charges for any contraband found on the person. An example given is that suspect Bob Bobson was caught driving without a license, and on his person, a pistol was found, while the suspect does not have a license for said weapon. Reading the charges would go as follows:
''Mister Bobson, you are under arrest for driving without a valid license and possession of an unlicensed firearm.''
READING THEIR RIGHTS
After the suspect has been read their charges, the officer must immediately continue by reading them their Miranda Rights if there is intention to question them any further.
''You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney present during your hearing. If you cannot afford one, one will be provided for you. Do you understand these rights?''
It is important to note that reading a suspect their charges is ALWAYS mandatory. Reading a suspect's miranda rights is mandatory if you question them in relation to the crime they are alleged to have committed, in accordance with internal procedure. Forgetting either one will make you liable for severe disciplinary action!
LIABILITY AND UNDERSTANDING
It is advised to read the rights near the dashcam to ensure it is caught on tape, but it is not mandatory to do so. It is simply an extra step to cover yourself from liability. After the suspect has been read their charges and their rights, the officer must confirm the suspect has understood them. The officer should always attempt to ensure the suspect has reasonably understood both. When the officer is satisfied they have achieved that, they may move on to transporting the suspect.
ATEŞLİ SİLAH GÜVENLİK KURALLARI
The foundation of all firearms training begins with an uncompromising adherence to the Four Universal Safety Rules. These rules are not simply guidelines; they are an essential code of conduct for every law enforcement officer. Each rule is designed to mitigate risk and ensure the safety of officers, civilians, and fellow officers. Mastery of firearm operation is irrelevant without consistent, habitual enforcement of these rules.
RULE 1: TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT IS LOADED
This rule requires officers to adopt a mindset of constant caution. Regardless of whether a firearm is known to be unloaded, it must be treated as if it is ready to fire at all times. This mindset prevents negligent handling, careless storage, and unsafe demonstration practices. A firearm is never a prop; it is always a weapon and must be managed with respect and awareness.
Cadets will observe this rule even when conducting dry-fire training or handling inert firearms. Doing so builds reflexive safety behaviors that carry over into high-pressure environments.
RULE 2: NEVER POINT A FIREARM AT ANYTHING YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO DESTROY
Muzzle awareness is the discipline of knowing exactly where the firearm is pointing at all times. This rule emphasizes that a gun must never be aimed at another person, animal, or object unless the officer has a lawful reason to use lethal force. The moment an officer loses control of the muzzle, the potential for tragedy increases dramatically.
Officers must remember that pointing a firearm, even unintentionally, is a legal and moral act. This rule trains cadets to default to a low ready position when not actively engaging a threat and to maintain full muzzle discipline in dynamic, crowded, or high-stress environments.
RULE 3: KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO SHOOT
Trigger discipline is among the most violated safety protocols, particularly in high-adrenaline situations. Cadets will train to keep their index finger indexed along the slide or frame of the firearm unless a deliberate decision to shoot has been made.
A momentary lapse, such as a flinch, stumble, or distraction, can lead to a negligent discharge if the trigger finger is not properly indexed. The finger must only make contact with the trigger after proper sight alignment and sight picture have been established and the officer has made a lawful and tactical decision to fire.
RULE 4: BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEYOND IT
In real-world scenarios, bullets do not stop at the target. They travel through, ricochet, or continue beyond. Officers must evaluate the entire environment, including the target, any potential bystanders, background structures, and angles of fire.
Cadets will be trained to assess backdrops before discharging their weapon. In urban environments, especially, failing to consider what lies beyond a suspect can result in civilian injury or death. This rule reinforces situational awareness and accountability for every round fired.
HANDLING A FIREARM
Safe handling means maintaining control over the firearm at all times. Cadets will be instructed on:
RANGE SAFETY PROTOCOLS AND COMMANDS
Firearms training takes place in a controlled environment, the range, where the discipline of safety is enforced with zero tolerance. A single lapse in range conduct can result in injury or death. Cadets are expected to treat the range as a live operational space with all the responsibilities that implies.
STANDARD COMMANDS
Cadets will be trained to respond to a series of standardised verbal commands. These include:
RULE 1: TREAT EVERY FIREARM AS IF IT IS LOADED
This rule requires officers to adopt a mindset of constant caution. Regardless of whether a firearm is known to be unloaded, it must be treated as if it is ready to fire at all times. This mindset prevents negligent handling, careless storage, and unsafe demonstration practices. A firearm is never a prop; it is always a weapon and must be managed with respect and awareness.
Cadets will observe this rule even when conducting dry-fire training or handling inert firearms. Doing so builds reflexive safety behaviors that carry over into high-pressure environments.
RULE 2: NEVER POINT A FIREARM AT ANYTHING YOU ARE NOT WILLING TO DESTROY
Muzzle awareness is the discipline of knowing exactly where the firearm is pointing at all times. This rule emphasizes that a gun must never be aimed at another person, animal, or object unless the officer has a lawful reason to use lethal force. The moment an officer loses control of the muzzle, the potential for tragedy increases dramatically.
Officers must remember that pointing a firearm, even unintentionally, is a legal and moral act. This rule trains cadets to default to a low ready position when not actively engaging a threat and to maintain full muzzle discipline in dynamic, crowded, or high-stress environments.
RULE 3: KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER UNTIL YOU ARE READY TO SHOOT
Trigger discipline is among the most violated safety protocols, particularly in high-adrenaline situations. Cadets will train to keep their index finger indexed along the slide or frame of the firearm unless a deliberate decision to shoot has been made.
A momentary lapse, such as a flinch, stumble, or distraction, can lead to a negligent discharge if the trigger finger is not properly indexed. The finger must only make contact with the trigger after proper sight alignment and sight picture have been established and the officer has made a lawful and tactical decision to fire.
RULE 4: BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEYOND IT
In real-world scenarios, bullets do not stop at the target. They travel through, ricochet, or continue beyond. Officers must evaluate the entire environment, including the target, any potential bystanders, background structures, and angles of fire.
Cadets will be trained to assess backdrops before discharging their weapon. In urban environments, especially, failing to consider what lies beyond a suspect can result in civilian injury or death. This rule reinforces situational awareness and accountability for every round fired.
HANDLING A FIREARM
Safe handling means maintaining control over the firearm at all times. Cadets will be instructed on:
- Draw techniques that maintain muzzle discipline and trigger control.
- Low ready and high ready positions used in various tactical contexts.
- Weapon retention stances are used when interacting with the public or potential suspects.
RANGE SAFETY PROTOCOLS AND COMMANDS
Firearms training takes place in a controlled environment, the range, where the discipline of safety is enforced with zero tolerance. A single lapse in range conduct can result in injury or death. Cadets are expected to treat the range as a live operational space with all the responsibilities that implies.
STANDARD COMMANDS
Cadets will be trained to respond to a series of standardised verbal commands. These include:
- Load and Make Ready: The officer will insert a loaded magazine, chamber a round, and assume a ready stance, awaiting further instruction.
- Fire: The officer may begin firing at designated target(s).
- Cease Fire: All shooting must stop immediately. Cadets must place their finger off the trigger, keep the weapon pointed downrange, and await further orders.
- Unload and Show Clear: The officer will remove the magazine, lock the slide back, and visually and physically confirm that the chamber is empty before presenting the firearm for inspection.
- Holster: Once the instructor is satisfied the firearm is safe, the officer will place the now unloaded firearm back in their holster on their Police Equipment Belt.
CANLI ATEŞ EĞİTİMİ
Live fire training marks the transition from theoretical instruction to practical application. This phase of firearms education tests the cadet’s ability to apply safety protocols, mechanical knowledge, and judgment under the pressure of real-world conditions. Every round fired must be intentional, accurate, and justified. The department holds its cadets to the highest standards of precision and discipline, as lives may one day depend on their skill with a firearm.
MARKSMANSHIP FUNDAMENTALS
Marksmanship is not simply about hitting a target. It is the disciplined execution of several interconnected skills. Cadets must master the fundamentals of shooting before they are authorized to carry a service weapon. The following core principles are drilled extensively throughout this phase of training.
STANCE
A proper shooting stance provides balance, control, and a stable platform. Cadets are instructed in the Isosceles and Weaver stances, learning when to utilize each based on threat proximity and terrain. The officer’s weight should be slightly forward, feet shoulder-width apart, and knees flexed to absorb recoil and maintain readiness.
GRIP
A correct grip ensures recoil control, faster follow-up shots, and reduced weapon drift. Both hands must apply firm, even pressure, with the support hand reinforcing the dominant hand. Cadets are taught to align the web of the shooting hand high on the backstrap and to lock the wrist to prevent muzzle flip. A poor grip leads to poor accuracy and slower recovery between shots.
SIGHT ALIGNMENT AND SIGHT PICTURE
Sight alignment is the relationship between the front and rear sights. The top of the front sight must be level with the top of the rear sight, and the gaps on either side should be equal. Sight picture refers to placing the aligned sights over the intended target. Cadets must learn to maintain sharp focus on the front sight while keeping the target slightly blurred. This counterintuitive skill is reinforced repeatedly, as it is essential for accurate shot placement.
TRIGGER CONTROL
Trigger control is the art of pressing the trigger smoothly to the rear without disturbing the sight alignment. Cadets must avoid jerking, slapping, or anticipating the recoil. Controlled, deliberate trigger press results in cleaner shots and more consistent groupings. A “surprise break” is the desired outcome; the firearm should discharge without the shooter consciously knowing the exact moment.
FOLLOW-THROUGH
Follow-through ensures that the shooter maintains all the fundamentals through and immediately after the shot. This includes holding the trigger to the rear momentarily, reacquiring the sight picture, and being prepared to fire again if necessary. Cadets are trained to keep their sights on the threat and prepare for additional shots, rather than relaxing or looking away after a single discharge.
TARGET ACQUISITION AND ENGAGEMENT
The ability to quickly and accurately acquire a target, assess it, and engage when appropriate is vital to officer survival and public safety. Cadets are taught to engage stationary and moving targets under realistic conditions.
SCANNING AND THREAT IDENTIFICATION
Before firing, officers must assess the scene, identify potential threats, and make rapid but sound decisions. Cadets are trained to scan left and right after engagement to ensure no additional threats remain and to verify the safety of bystanders and fellow officers.
ENGAGING WHILST MOVING
Static shooting is insufficient for real-world policing. Officers must be able to move to cover, retreat, or advance while maintaining effective fire. Cadets practice lateral movement, forward and backwards motion, and diagonal advances while maintaining stance, sight picture, and accuracy.
Engaging targets while moving challenges balance and coordination. Cadets are evaluated on their ability to shoot on the move while staying within acceptable hit zones on their targets. Movement drills also include drawing from the holster under time constraints, communicating with team members, and assessing changing threats in fluid environments.
USE OF COVER AND CONCEALMENT
Proper use of cover is one of the most critical survival skills in a gunfight. Cadets learn to fire from behind cover, maintain situational awareness, and minimise exposure. Training includes slicing the pie, leaning techniques, and tactical reloads while behind protection.
Understanding the difference between cover and concealment is emphasised. While concealment may obscure the officer visually, it offers no ballistic protection. Cover must be chosen and used effectively during any firearm engagement.
STRESS MANAGEMENT AND TIME-BASED DRILLS
Real-life confrontations are chaotic, fast, and filled with adrenaline. To prepare for such moments, cadets are subjected to stress-based shooting scenarios. These may include time-limited courses of fire, decision-making under pressure, and scenarios involving multiple threats.
Cadets must demonstrate the ability to draw and engage targets accurately within strict time frames, simulating the urgency of deadly force encounters. Penalties are applied for missed shots, procedural violations, or safety infractions. The goal is not speed alone, but controlled and effective engagement.
MARKSMANSHIP FUNDAMENTALS
Marksmanship is not simply about hitting a target. It is the disciplined execution of several interconnected skills. Cadets must master the fundamentals of shooting before they are authorized to carry a service weapon. The following core principles are drilled extensively throughout this phase of training.
STANCE
A proper shooting stance provides balance, control, and a stable platform. Cadets are instructed in the Isosceles and Weaver stances, learning when to utilize each based on threat proximity and terrain. The officer’s weight should be slightly forward, feet shoulder-width apart, and knees flexed to absorb recoil and maintain readiness.
GRIP
A correct grip ensures recoil control, faster follow-up shots, and reduced weapon drift. Both hands must apply firm, even pressure, with the support hand reinforcing the dominant hand. Cadets are taught to align the web of the shooting hand high on the backstrap and to lock the wrist to prevent muzzle flip. A poor grip leads to poor accuracy and slower recovery between shots.
SIGHT ALIGNMENT AND SIGHT PICTURE
Sight alignment is the relationship between the front and rear sights. The top of the front sight must be level with the top of the rear sight, and the gaps on either side should be equal. Sight picture refers to placing the aligned sights over the intended target. Cadets must learn to maintain sharp focus on the front sight while keeping the target slightly blurred. This counterintuitive skill is reinforced repeatedly, as it is essential for accurate shot placement.
TRIGGER CONTROL
Trigger control is the art of pressing the trigger smoothly to the rear without disturbing the sight alignment. Cadets must avoid jerking, slapping, or anticipating the recoil. Controlled, deliberate trigger press results in cleaner shots and more consistent groupings. A “surprise break” is the desired outcome; the firearm should discharge without the shooter consciously knowing the exact moment.
FOLLOW-THROUGH
Follow-through ensures that the shooter maintains all the fundamentals through and immediately after the shot. This includes holding the trigger to the rear momentarily, reacquiring the sight picture, and being prepared to fire again if necessary. Cadets are trained to keep their sights on the threat and prepare for additional shots, rather than relaxing or looking away after a single discharge.
TARGET ACQUISITION AND ENGAGEMENT
The ability to quickly and accurately acquire a target, assess it, and engage when appropriate is vital to officer survival and public safety. Cadets are taught to engage stationary and moving targets under realistic conditions.
SCANNING AND THREAT IDENTIFICATION
Before firing, officers must assess the scene, identify potential threats, and make rapid but sound decisions. Cadets are trained to scan left and right after engagement to ensure no additional threats remain and to verify the safety of bystanders and fellow officers.
ENGAGING WHILST MOVING
Static shooting is insufficient for real-world policing. Officers must be able to move to cover, retreat, or advance while maintaining effective fire. Cadets practice lateral movement, forward and backwards motion, and diagonal advances while maintaining stance, sight picture, and accuracy.
Engaging targets while moving challenges balance and coordination. Cadets are evaluated on their ability to shoot on the move while staying within acceptable hit zones on their targets. Movement drills also include drawing from the holster under time constraints, communicating with team members, and assessing changing threats in fluid environments.
USE OF COVER AND CONCEALMENT
Proper use of cover is one of the most critical survival skills in a gunfight. Cadets learn to fire from behind cover, maintain situational awareness, and minimise exposure. Training includes slicing the pie, leaning techniques, and tactical reloads while behind protection.
Understanding the difference between cover and concealment is emphasised. While concealment may obscure the officer visually, it offers no ballistic protection. Cover must be chosen and used effectively during any firearm engagement.
STRESS MANAGEMENT AND TIME-BASED DRILLS
Real-life confrontations are chaotic, fast, and filled with adrenaline. To prepare for such moments, cadets are subjected to stress-based shooting scenarios. These may include time-limited courses of fire, decision-making under pressure, and scenarios involving multiple threats.
Cadets must demonstrate the ability to draw and engage targets accurately within strict time frames, simulating the urgency of deadly force encounters. Penalties are applied for missed shots, procedural violations, or safety infractions. The goal is not speed alone, but controlled and effective engagement.
PHASE II
TRAFİK DURDURMALARI
An officer initiating a stop shall utilize his emergency lights and sirens to signal the vehicle to stop. If the vehicle does not stop, the officer shall initiate a pursuit. An officer shall assess his surroundings. If any of the following criteria are met, the officer may utilize the Public Address system to order the subject of the stop to relocate to a safer location:
- The subject vehicle, or the officer's vehicle, is on a steep incline.
- The stop poses a potential obstruction to the flow of traffic, i.e., on a bendy road with low visibility.
- The location poses a significant tactical disadvantage to the officer.
- The stop is likely to be interfered with by the public.
HIGH-RISK STOPS
A high-risk stop is employed when an occupant of a vehicle is suspected of committing a felony and shall be initiated by an officer by calling in a Code Six Charles. An officer responding to a high-risk stop shall position his vehicle to block both lanes of travel in line with, and behind the primary unit. The Incident Commander shall decide whether more than two lanes need to be blocked or not. All officers shall exit their vehicles, excluding the primary unit, to provide lethal cover or less lethal cover at the discretion of the Incident Commander.
Once backup has arrived, the primary unit of a high-risk stop shall begin communicating with the occupants of the vehicle, utilizing the Public Address system. The driver shall be instructed to throw their vehicle's keys onto the roadway, and only then should an officer continue with the following steps unless a high-risk prone stop is deemed to be necessary by the Incident Commander:
Once backup has arrived, the primary unit of a high-risk stop shall begin communicating with the occupants of the vehicle, utilizing the Public Address system. The driver shall be instructed to throw their vehicle's keys onto the roadway, and only then should an officer continue with the following steps unless a high-risk prone stop is deemed to be necessary by the Incident Commander:
- Order one occupant out of the vehicle at a time with their hands raised and faced away from the officers.
- Order the occupant to the left of the vehicle a necessary distance for them to walk back between the first row of Department vehicles.
- Order the suspect to walk backwards towards the officers.
- Allow officers to secure the suspect from behind the cover of patrol vehicles.
HIGH-RISK PRONE SEARCH
The Department has authorized the use of the high-risk prone search to ensure the safety of both officers and suspects. The high-risk prone search shall only be used when the officer has a reasonable suspicion of a risk for serious injury to the officer and/or the public.
The following criteria must be met for an officer to utilize a high-risk prone search:
NOTE: A "reasonable suspicion" can include an officer's observations of the suspect's activity, the suspect's demeanor during the stop or any other factor that clearly indicates the risk for serious injury. Any or all of these could give an officer a reasonable suspicion that a suspect might be armed. The justification for the extent of the search shall be based on current law applicable to searches. If the above criteria are not met, a high-risk prone stop shall not be utilized. Officers shall be held responsible for explaining to involved parties why this tactic was used.
The following criteria must be met for an officer to utilize a high-risk prone search:
- Any person in the vehicle is known to have prior charges involving firearms.
- Any person inside the vehicle has been identified as a gang member pursuant to the San Andreas STEP Act.
- Any person inside the vehicle has been reported by a credible witness to be armed.
- An officer is able to articulate reasonable suspicion that any individual in the vehicle is armed.
- Order one occupant out of the vehicle at a time with their hands raised and faced away from the officers
- Once out, order the occupant to the left of the vehicle on the road.
- Order the occupant to lie down on their stomach with their arms and legs spread wide out.
NOTE: A "reasonable suspicion" can include an officer's observations of the suspect's activity, the suspect's demeanor during the stop or any other factor that clearly indicates the risk for serious injury. Any or all of these could give an officer a reasonable suspicion that a suspect might be armed. The justification for the extent of the search shall be based on current law applicable to searches. If the above criteria are not met, a high-risk prone stop shall not be utilized. Officers shall be held responsible for explaining to involved parties why this tactic was used.
ACİL DURUM SÜRÜŞLERİ
Emergency Driving is that of a Code Three response, utilising lights and sirens. While officers may be exempt from certain traffic laws during an emergency response, they shall still drive in a manner that is considered safe. This includes, but is not limited to: travelling at a controllable speed with due regard for road and weather conditions, officers shall not need to slam on the brakes to stop themselves; slowing for intersections, allowing traffic with the right of way to safely yield for them; only overtaking traffic that is reasonably aware of their presence; be aware of their surroundings while turning.
PURSUITS
INITIATION OF A PURSUIT
When a unit goes in pursuit, it shall advise such over the main radio frequency and give the unit's identification (callsign), location, a description of the pursued vehicle and/or suspects, directions taken, reason for pursuit, request for an air unit and a Supervisor, and the applicable TAC channel.
Any attending unit having pertinent information regarding the pursuit may advise so over the appropriate Local TAC (L-TAC) channel and reference that the information is in regards to the respective Citywide TAC channel the pursuit is ongoing in. (Example: "2L13, the vehicle in TAC-1 is also wanted for an attempted robbery from a previous call for service.")
Once a supervisor joins a pursuit, they shall respond immediately and upon arrival in the TAC channel, declare themselves as Incident Commander via broadcast over the BASE frequency. In the event that more than one supervisor is attending the pursuit, the most senior supervisor (by rank, and if same rank, by seniority in rank) shall assume Incident Commander. As Incident Commander, he shall be responsible for the management and control of the pursuit and post-incident management.
PURSUIT RESPONSIBILITIES
VEHICLE INTERVENTION TECHNIQUES
Officers shall obtain approval from a supervisor prior to deploying a Vehicle Intervention Technique (VIT), unless exigent circumstances exist that require immediate action and preclude officers from seeking prior supervisor approval.
A VIT may be deployed when the officer believes that the continued movement of the pursued vehicle would place persons in imminent danger of great bodily harm or death, and/or the risk of harm to persons outweighs any risks created by the application of a VIT. The decision to deploy a VIT shall be based on careful consideration of the situation, while maintaining a significant regard for public and officer safety. Currently, the Department has authorised the following:
Officers involved in a pursuit shall continually evaluate the necessity for continuing the pursuit. Officers must determine whether the seriousness of the initial violation or any subsequent violations reasonably warrants continuance of the pursuit. The following factors should be considered when evaluating speeds throughout a pursuit and assessing whether to continue or terminate a pursuit:
When a pursued vehicle is lost, the initiating officer shall immediately initiate a crime broadcast if possible. If it is determined that the location of the pursued vehicle is unknown or the vehicle has been lost, the pursuit search shall be discontinued.
When a unit goes in pursuit, it shall advise such over the main radio frequency and give the unit's identification (callsign), location, a description of the pursued vehicle and/or suspects, directions taken, reason for pursuit, request for an air unit and a Supervisor, and the applicable TAC channel.
Any attending unit having pertinent information regarding the pursuit may advise so over the appropriate Local TAC (L-TAC) channel and reference that the information is in regards to the respective Citywide TAC channel the pursuit is ongoing in. (Example: "2L13, the vehicle in TAC-1 is also wanted for an attempted robbery from a previous call for service.")
Once a supervisor joins a pursuit, they shall respond immediately and upon arrival in the TAC channel, declare themselves as Incident Commander via broadcast over the BASE frequency. In the event that more than one supervisor is attending the pursuit, the most senior supervisor (by rank, and if same rank, by seniority in rank) shall assume Incident Commander. As Incident Commander, he shall be responsible for the management and control of the pursuit and post-incident management.
PURSUIT RESPONSIBILITIES
INITIATING UNIT
The responsibility of the officers in the initiating unit is the apprehension of the suspect without unreasonably endangering themselves or others. The pursuing unit shall give frequent and comprehensive progress reports on the pursued subject's location.
In the event that an initiating unit is in an unmarked patrol unit or an officer on a motorcycle, they shall allow marked patrol units to take the lead when reasonable and position themselves at the end of the pursuit line. Covert units without emergency equipment shall not engage in a pursuit unless exigent circumstances require a pursuit to take place. In those rare instances, it shall be necessary to follow a suspect vehicle while summoning assistance from a four-wheeled unit equipped with external emergency lights.
SECONARY UNITS
The secondary units shall be responsible for backing up the Initiating Unit and broadcasting pertinent information if necessary. Secondary units shall not enter the incorrect lane of travel at any time during the pursuit.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
The Incident Commander shall monitor the pursuit and continuously assess the situation and ensure that the pursuit is conducted within Department guidelines. If necessary, the Supervisor shall direct specific units out of the pursuit, reassign the primary or secondary units, assign an available air unit, terminate the pursuit, or determine the necessity of employing a VIT. Code Three vehicle operation is authorized for the supervisor, at the supervisor's discretion, to properly monitor and direct the pursuit.
AIR SUPPORT
The use of an air unit to track a suspect (or suspect vehicle) is a valuable law enforcement tool intended to enhance public and officer safety by encouraging a fleeing suspect(s) to operate their vehicle responsibly and/or terminate the pursuit. Airships shall be utilised in all pursuits if available. To assist in controlling the pursuit, the air unit shall:
The responsibility of the officers in the initiating unit is the apprehension of the suspect without unreasonably endangering themselves or others. The pursuing unit shall give frequent and comprehensive progress reports on the pursued subject's location.
In the event that an initiating unit is in an unmarked patrol unit or an officer on a motorcycle, they shall allow marked patrol units to take the lead when reasonable and position themselves at the end of the pursuit line. Covert units without emergency equipment shall not engage in a pursuit unless exigent circumstances require a pursuit to take place. In those rare instances, it shall be necessary to follow a suspect vehicle while summoning assistance from a four-wheeled unit equipped with external emergency lights.
SECONARY UNITS
The secondary units shall be responsible for backing up the Initiating Unit and broadcasting pertinent information if necessary. Secondary units shall not enter the incorrect lane of travel at any time during the pursuit.
INCIDENT COMMANDER
The Incident Commander shall monitor the pursuit and continuously assess the situation and ensure that the pursuit is conducted within Department guidelines. If necessary, the Supervisor shall direct specific units out of the pursuit, reassign the primary or secondary units, assign an available air unit, terminate the pursuit, or determine the necessity of employing a VIT. Code Three vehicle operation is authorized for the supervisor, at the supervisor's discretion, to properly monitor and direct the pursuit.
AIR SUPPORT
The use of an air unit to track a suspect (or suspect vehicle) is a valuable law enforcement tool intended to enhance public and officer safety by encouraging a fleeing suspect(s) to operate their vehicle responsibly and/or terminate the pursuit. Airships shall be utilised in all pursuits if available. To assist in controlling the pursuit, the air unit shall:
- Assume pursuit broadcast responsibilities, thus relieving the Initiating Unit, if visual contact is maintained.
- Advise the Incident Commander regarding suspect actions and applicable tactical considerations (e.g. opportunity for interceptions, recommending to terminate the pursuit, etc.).
- Respond, as practicable, to any other requests from the Incident Commander.
VEHICLE INTERVENTION TECHNIQUES
Officers shall obtain approval from a supervisor prior to deploying a Vehicle Intervention Technique (VIT), unless exigent circumstances exist that require immediate action and preclude officers from seeking prior supervisor approval.
A VIT may be deployed when the officer believes that the continued movement of the pursued vehicle would place persons in imminent danger of great bodily harm or death, and/or the risk of harm to persons outweighs any risks created by the application of a VIT. The decision to deploy a VIT shall be based on careful consideration of the situation, while maintaining a significant regard for public and officer safety. Currently, the Department has authorised the following:
- Tire Deflation Devices: A Tire Deflation Device (TDD), commonly referred to as a "Spike Strip", is used to impede or stop the movement of vehicles by deflating the tires. Absent exigent circumstances, the TDD should generally not be used in adverse terrain or where geographic configurations increase the risk of injury to the suspect (e.g., on roadways bounded by steep descending embankments, curves), or at any location where the safety of proceeding or opposing traffic cannot be assured. Absent of exigent circumstances, officers shall not use a TDD on two or three-wheeled vehicles. Officers deploying a TDD shall make the location of the TTD known via the appropriate radio frequency (i.e. L-TAC). When a suspect's vehicle is about to intersect with a deployed TDD, the officer who deployed the TDD may announce the TDD's location via the appropriate TAC frequency.
((Faction members shall fully roleplay taking their Tire Deflation Device out of the trunk prior to its usage.))
((NOTE: TDD locations shall only be announced via Teamspeak when it is not feasible to type the location in chat. Faction members shall take into consideration Faction Rules and Expectations Section 1/107. Teamspeak Usage.))
- Pursuit Intervention Technique: The Pursuit Intervention Technique (PIT) is designed to be executed by a pursuing police vehicle. The PIT is a technique in which the officer's vehicle makes contact with the rear quarter panel of the suspect's vehicle, causing it to rotate and come to a stop. If the technique is properly executed, damage to the officer's vehicle should be minor or negligible. The location chosen to implement a PIT is of paramount importance. The area should be clear of pedestrians and other occupied vehicles, and road conditions should be in good condition (e.g., free from loose gravel, significant road repair). Unless exigent circumstances exist, the PIT should not be attempted when the following exists:
- The size of the pursued vehicle is significantly heavier than the initiating unit's police vehicle (e.g., buses, motor homes, semi-trucks, dual-rear-wheel pickup trucks).
- Vehicles with a higher centre of gravity.
The pursued vehicle is transporting hazardous material. - A suspect who is known to be armed.
- The pursued vehicle is a motorcycle, motor scooter or three-wheeled cycle.
- Other tactics employed to stop a pursued suspect, such as establishing a physical barricade (road block), boxing in, heading off, ramming, or driving alongside the pursued vehicle, are strongly discouraged. These tactics are extremely hazardous and should only be considered in those rare instances when warranted to save a life, and then only as a last resort, only with the Incident Commander's explicit authorization. In all circumstances where subjects are known to be armed, boxing in shall be prohibited.
Officers involved in a pursuit shall continually evaluate the necessity for continuing the pursuit. Officers must determine whether the seriousness of the initial violation or any subsequent violations reasonably warrants continuance of the pursuit. The following factors should be considered when evaluating speeds throughout a pursuit and assessing whether to continue or terminate a pursuit:
- Whether there is an unreasonable risk of injury to the public's safety, the pursuing officers' safety or the safety of the occupant(s) in the fleeing vehicle.
- Whether speeds dangerously exceed the normal flow of traffic, or otherwise constitute a public safety concern.
- Whether the suspects can be apprehended at a later time.
- If the weather conditions, such as rain, fog, snow, etc., create an unreasonable risk of injury to the public or the pursuing officers.
- The seriousness of the crime and its relationship to overall safety.
- The availability of an air unit.
- The loss of the pursued suspect or the unknown location of the pursued suspect.
- A prolonged pursuit of a suspect based only on an infraction, evading a peace officer, or reckless driving.
When a pursued vehicle is lost, the initiating officer shall immediately initiate a crime broadcast if possible. If it is determined that the location of the pursued vehicle is unknown or the vehicle has been lost, the pursuit search shall be discontinued.