HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-07-2007 Police Citizens Review BoardAGENDA
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
May 7, 2007 — 5:30 P.M.
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM
410 E. Washington Street
ITEM NO. 1
CALL TO ORDER and ROLL CALL
ITEM NO. 2
CONSIDER MOTION ADOPTING CONSENT CALENDAR AS PRESENTED OR
AMENDED
• Minutes of the meeting on 04/10/07
• ICPD General Order 99 -03 (Prisoner Transport)
• ICPD General Order 99 -04 (Canine Operations)
• ICPD General Order 99 -05 (Use of Force)
• ICPD Department Memo 07 -23 (January- February Use of Force Review)
ITEM NO. 3
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM NO. 4
NEW BUSINESS
• Use of Force Reports
ITEM NO. 5
PUBLIC DISCUSSION
ITEM NO. 6
BOARD INFORMATION
ITEM NO. 7
STAFF INFORMATION
ITEM NO. 8
CONSIDER MOTION TO ADJOURN TO EXECUTIVE SESSION based on Section
21.5(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa to review or discuss records which are required or
authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential or to be kept confidential as a
condition for that government body's possession or continued receipt of federal funds, and
22.7(11) personal information in confidential personnel records of public bodies including
but not limited to cities, boards of supervisors and school districts, and 22 -7(5) police officer
investigative reports, except where disclosure is authorized elsewhere in the Code; and
22.7(18) Communications not required by law, rule or procedure that are made to a
government body or to any of its employees by identified persons outside of government, to
the extent that the government body receiving those communications from such persons
outside of government could reasonably believe that those persons would be discouraged
from making them to that government body if they were available for general public
examination.
ITEM NO. 9 MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS
• May 7, 2007,5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
• May 8, 2007,5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room (Rescheduled to 5/7)
• June 12, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
• July 10, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
ITEM NO. 10 ADJOURNMENT
MEMORANDUM
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
A Board of the City of Iowa City
DATE:
May 3, 2007
TO:
PCRB Members
FROM:
Kellie Tuttle
RE:
Board Packet for meeting on May 7, 2007
Enclosed please find the following documents for your review and comment at the next board
meeting:
• Agenda for 05/07/07
• Minutes of the meeting on 04/10/07
• ICPD General Order 99 -03 (Prisoner Transport)
• ICPD General Order 99 -04 (Canine Operations)
• ICPD General Order 99 -05 (Use of Force)
• ICPD Department Memo 07 -23 (January- February Use of Force Review)
• PCRB Complaint Deadlines
PCRB Office Contacts — April 2007
Extension request for PCRB Complaint #06 -06
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
DRAFT
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
MINUTES — April 10, 2007
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Michael Larson called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Elizabeth Engel, Loren Horton, Greg Roth
MEMBERS ABSENT: Candy Barnhill
STAFF PRESENT: Staff Kellie Tuttle, Legal Counsel Catherine Pugh (5:36p.m.)
STAFF ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Captain Tom Widmer of the ICPD; and public, Dean Abel, Caroline Dieterle,
Nick Petersen, and Erin Hanley
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
None
CONSENT
CALENDAR Motion by Engel and seconded by Roth to adopt the consent calendar as presented
or amended.
• Minutes of the meeting on 03/13/07
• Minutes of the meeting on 03/29/07
• ICPD Use of Force Report — January 2007
• ICPD Use of Force Report — February 2007
• ICPD Department Memo — In -Car Video Recordings
• ICPD General Order 01 -03 (Performance Evaluations)
• ICPD Standard Operating Guideline 01 -11 (Evidence /Seized Property)
• ICPD Quarterly /Summary Report (Quarter 1) — IAIR /PCRB, 2007
Motion carried, 4/0, Barnhill absent.
Tuttle wanted to make one amendment to clarify in the minutes under Public
Discussion regarding minutes and audio tapes.
OLD BUSINESS None.
NEW BUSINESS None.
PUBLIC
DISCUSSION The Board answered some general questions regarding the PCRB from Hanley, a UI
Journalism student, for a paper she is working on. Abel confirmed the Boards
powers /duties in reviewing ICPD policies and procedures.
BOARD
INFORMATION None.
STAFF
INFORMATION None.
April 10, 2007
Page 2
EXECUTIVE
SESSION
REGULAR
SESSION
Motion by Horton and seconded by Engel to adjourn into Executive Session based
on Section 21.5(1)(a) of the Code of Iowa to review or discuss records which are
required or authorized by state or federal law to be kept confidential or to be kept
confidential as a condition for that government body's possession or continued
receipt of federal funds, and 22.7(11) personal information in confidential personnel
records of public bodies including but not limited to cities, boards of supervisors and
school districts, and 22 -7(5) police officer investigative reports, except where
disclosure is authorized elsewhere in the Code; and 22.7(18) Communications not
required by law, rule or procedure that are made to a government body or to any of
its employees by identified persons outside of government, to the extent that the
government body receiving those communications from such persons outside of
government could reasonably believe that those persons would be discouraged from
making them to that government body if they were available for general public
examination.
Motion carried, 4/0, Barnhill absent. Open session adjourned at 5:45 P.M.
(Roth left the meeting due to a conflict of interest regarding #06 -06.)
Returned to open session at 6:20 P.M.
Motion by Horton, seconded by Engel to set the level of review for Complaint #06 -06
to the following: 8- 8- 7(B)(1)(a), on the record with no additional investigation.
Motion carried, 3/0, Barnhill and Roth absent.
Motion by Horton, seconded by Barnhill to request a 45 -day extension for Complaint
#06 -06, due to timelines and scheduling.
Motion carried, 3/0, Barnhill and Roth absent.
MEETING SCHEDULE
• May 7, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
• May 8, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room (Rescheduled to May 7)'
• June 12, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
• July 10, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
• August 14, 2007, 5:30 P.M., Lobby Conference Room
Motion by Horton, seconded by Engel to move the May 8`h meeting to Wednesday,
May g`h
Motion carried, 3/0, Barnhill and Roth absent.
ADJOURNMENT Motion for adjournment by Horton and seconded by Engel.
Motion carried, 3/0, Barnhill and Roth absent. Meeting adjourned at 6:25 P.M.
"Due to a scheduling conflict, a telephone poll was taken and the meeting was rescheduled to Monday,
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OPS -09.1
PRISONER
TRANSPORT
Date of Issue General Order Number
March 17, 1999 99 -03
Effective Date Section Code
April 25, 2007 OPS -09
Reevaluation Date Amends /Cancels
March 2008 1 All Orders In Conflict
C.A.L.E.A.
Chapter 70
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INDEX AS:
Use of force
Prisoner Transport v,
Handcuffing
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I. PURPOSE --
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for transporting persons in the
custody of officers of the Iowa City Police Department between points of arrest and
initial booking.
II. POLICY
Transporting Prisoners is a potentially dangerous function. Therefore, it is the policy of
the Iowa City Police Department to take the precautions necessary while transporting
prisoners to protect the lives and safety of officers, the public and the person in
custody.
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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.
2. Prior to placing a prisoner in a vehicle for transport, the transporting
officer shall inspect the interior for weapons or contraband. The
vehicle shall be searched again after the prisoner has been delivered
to the detention facility or other destination.
B. Handcuffing/ Use of Restraints
1. Officers should handcuff (double - locked) all prisoners with-their hands
behind their back and palms facing outward. C'
2. The officer may handcuff the prisoner with his /her hands in-front , or) -
use other appropriate and approved restraining device(s) where the
prisoner -
a. is in an obvious state of pregnancy,
b, has a physical handicap, or
c. has injuries that could be aggravated by standard handcuffing
procedures.
3. Known juveniles will be handcuffed only when reasonably necessary to
ensure the safety of the officers, juvenile or others.
4. Prisoners shall not be handcuffed to any part of the vehicle during
transport.
5. Additional approved restraint devices may be used to secure a
prisoner who violently resists arrest or who exhibits behavior such that
he /she poses a threat to himself, the officer, to the public, or to prevent
escape.
6. Officers are prohibited from transporting prisoners who are restrained
in a prone position. The technique of "hog tying" shall not be used by
members of this department.
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C. Transport
1. Prior to transport, all prisoners shall be thoroughly searched for any
weapons or contraband.
2. Prisoners should not be handcuffed together.
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.
5. 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 communicatiop§
with the following information. J
a. arrest location and destination -
b. mileage reading before and after the transport of juveniles or
member 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, -6king care
to avoid the prisoner(s) striking their head on the vehicle. Prisoners
should be instructed not to lean back on their wrists.
8. Prisoners should be transported in a manner that allows for constant
visual observation. Officers operating vehicles equipped with video
should consider activating the camera to document the prisoner during
transport. Seating of officers and prisoners should, when possible,
conform with the following:
a. Where the vehicle has a security screen but one transporting
officer, the prisoner should be placed in the back seat on the
right hand side of the vehicle. When the vehicle is not
equipped with a screen and has only one transporting officer,
the prisoner shall be placed in the right front seat and secured
with a seatbelt.
b. When a prisoner is being transported in a two- officer vehicle
without a security screen, the prisoner shall be placed in the
right rear seat. The second officer shall sit in the left rear seat.
c. Leg restraints should be used when a prisoner exhibits or an
officer reasonably believes the prisoner is likely to engage in
violent behavior or is an escape risk.
d. A single transporting officer shall not transport more than one
prisoner in a vehicle without a screen.
e. Prisoners should be instructed that they are not to speak to
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each other, or have contact with outside parties during
the transport process.
f. Prisoners should be secured in a seatbelt during transport if the
officer(s) feel they can safely do so.
9. The physical well -being 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)
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.
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10. Symptoms or reports of physical or mental illness (such as Peats of
suicide or psychotic behavior) shall be reported to the receiWWirJ4
officer.
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11. Any wheelchairs, crutches, prosthetic devices, and medication should I
be transported with , but not necessarily in the possess n, of ifie ,
prisoner. In instances where a person with a disability mine `.-'
transported, and the disability prevents transport in a marked patroT --
car, a watch supervisor should be contacted for assistance. Alternate
methods of transport may include but are not limited to the use of an
unmarked unit, transport van, or requesting an ambulance to
transport.
12. Prisoners should not be left unattended during transport.
13. Officers shall not engage in unrelated enforcement activities while
transporting prisoners unless failure to act would risk death or
serious bodily injury to another. In non -life threatening yet serious
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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
communications operator shall notify the watch supervisor. The
officer shall complete a report detailing the escape. When a subject
is not immediately captured, the watch supervisor should consider
notifying outside agencies and request assistance. He /she may
also consider the use of a canine unit in tracking the subject. If this is
done, it shall comply with the general order pertaining to canines.
15. If a prisoner is an escape risk, the officer shall notify the receiving
agency of this information.
16. When a prisoner is transported to the Iowa City Police Department for
processing or questioning, the officer shall maintain control and shall
ensure that visual contact is maintained with the subject at all times. In
this case, the officer will decide if the handcuffs may be removed
during the processing or interview process.
17. When officers are detained for a period of time waiting for jail entry
authorization, they shall monitor the well being 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 they 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. O
19. Prisoners are in the custody of the Iowa City Police Department until
they are received by Johnson County Jail personnel or rele_ aped b '
the officer.
20. Persons who are transported for non - criminal procedures*l ould` b
patted down and seated as indicated above. The officer will decJ�e
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
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as delivering all required paperwork and /or documentation regarding
the subject. The receiving officers name should be included on the
"booking" sheets.
Sa uel Harga e, Chief of Police
WARNING
This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil'
proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of higher
legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party
claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental
administrative sanctions.
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OPS -10.1
CANINE
OPERATIONS
Date of Issue General Order Number
April 21 1999 99 -04
Effective Date Section Code
April 18, 2007 OPS -10
Reevaluation Date Amends / Cancels
April 2009
C.A.L. E.A. Reference
41.1.4, 1.3.6
INDEX AS:
Canine
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Reports
Searches
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I. PURPOSE
It is the purpose of this policy to provide guidelines for the management and use of the
department's canine unit. The utilization of canines requires adherence to procedures
that properly control their use and channel their specialized capabilities into acceptable
crime prevention and control activities.
II. POLICY
It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to use trained canine teams in
acceptable fashion to augment the traditional law enforcement and crime prevention
functions of the Iowa City Police Department. The Department recognizes that under
certain circumstances that the use of a canine constitutes a use of force and must
comply with the Departments Use of Force policy.
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III. DEFINITIONS
Canine (K -9) Team: an officer handler and his /her assigned police canine.
Canine Supervisor: Commander of Field Operations
IV. PROCEDURES
A. CANINE UTILIZATION
1. The Department's canine team is available on a 24 -hour, call out
basis to: conduct building searches; assist in the arrest or prevent
the escape of serious or violent offenders; protect officers or others
from death or serious injury; track suspects or locate lost or missing
persons, or hidden evidence of a crime, and detect the presence of
narcotics or explosives.
a. Canine teams should not be used to respond to minor
complaints but may engage in assignments not listed here with
approval of the canine supervisor or on duty watch commander.
b. Canine teams may be called upon to do public demonstrations
as assigned.
2. Canine handlers are responsible for determining whether a
situation justifies canine use and the appropriate tactical measures
that should be taken. Where the on -scene supervisor disagrees
with the handler's tactical assessment, the Commander of Field
Operations or designee, when the Commander of Field Operations
is absent, should be notified and his /her decision followed. Where
time does not permit such notification, the directions of the on-
scene supervisor shall be followed.
a. Police canines shall not be handled or given commands by
anyone other than the assigned handler. Should the assigned
handler be injured or otherwise unable to command the canine,
the canine should be removed from the scene.
3. Canine team assistance shall be requested by patrol officers
through an immediate supervisor. Communications center
personnel will forward the .requisite information concerning the
incident to the canine handler or unit supervisor. Requests from
the Investigative Section should be routed through the Investigative
Supervisor on duty, or if unavailable, the request should -be roift d
through the on -duty watch commander. In instances whehe' =the
request comes from an active SRT response, the request wilLbe - - --
routed through the SRT supervisor in charge of the scene
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B. BUILDING SEARCHES FOR SUSPECTS IN HIDING
A primary use of canines is for locating suspects in buildings or related
structures where search by officers would create an unnecessary risk to
officers and /or bystanders. All building searches or entries shall comply
with departmental directives pertaining to building searches and entry. In
addition the following guidelines apply when a canine unit is used in the
search:
1. The building perimeter should be secured by responding personnel.
2. In all cases, an attempt shall be made to contact the building's owner
or tenant, an attempt shall be made to determine whether there may
be tenants or others in the building, and an attempt shall be made to
ascertain the building's layout.
3. When a canine building search is anticipated, a preliminary search by
officers should not be conducted, as this will interfere with the canine's
ability to discriminate scents. r ,
4. On -scene personnel should take the following steps in preparation . for
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a. Evacuate all tenants, workers or others from the facility.
b. Request that all air moving equipment be shutdown.
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5. The canine shall not be used to search facilities that contain
substances potentially harmful to the animal unless overriding risk to
human life is present. The presence of such substances is a factor
weighing in favor of an on -lead search of the property.
6. Unless exigent circumstances exist, prior to commencing the search,
the handler or other designated person shall loudly announce that
there are police officers on the premises and that a trained police
canine will be released if the individual does not surrender. This will
be accompanied by the warning that the canine will find and bite the
individual. This statement shall be repeated at least once. In the
absence of exigent circumstances the canine unit shall wait at least 3
minutes prior to entry of the structure, to allow the suspect a
reasonable opportunity to respond. In multilevel, partitioned or large
single level structures said announcement shall be repeated as
reasonably necessary to apprise occupants of the structure that there
are police officers on the premises and that a trained police canine will
be released if the individual does not surrender. For example, this
standard may require a repetition of the announcement at new levels,
entryways or portions of the structure distant from the original location
of entry. To the extent possible, the warning should be communicated
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over an open radio channel for capture on the voice data logs. The
time and location of the announcement(s) should be relayed to
communications for inclusion in the CAD but in any case shall be
noted in the canine officer's incident report.
7. Prior to entry, all exits should be secured or placed under observation,
and communications assigned to a designated frequency and limited
to a tactical nature.
8. Prior to entry;
a. exits should be under containment. Officers should be positioned
in such a manner as to provide a view of the site without exposing
them. Containment means the suspect cannot escape from the
perimeter without being observed.
b. radio communications switched to a designated frequency and
limited to a tactical nature.
9. The decision as to whether the search should be conducted on or off
lead will be made by the handler based on the information available at
the time. The presence of substances potentially harmful to the canine
is a factor weighing in favor of an on -lead search.
10. When apprehending suspects in these or related circumstances,
canines shall be commanded to disengage as soon as the suspect is
subdued or readily complies with officer's commands.
11. Assisting officers should not walk between the canine and the suspect
unless specifically instructed to do so by the handler.
12.The arrestee should not be transported in the same vehtdg- witK1he
canine unless alternative transportation is not available and im__mediate
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C. REPORTS REQUIRED
Use of specially trained police canines for law enforcement re4brisibiB tie s
constitutes a real or implied use of force. In this as in other cases, officers
may only use that degree of force that reasonably appears necessary to
apprehend or secure a suspect as governed by this department's Use of
Force policy. In all instances where a canine is deployed, a supplemental
report shall be submitted by the handler, or in the event he /she is unable
to complete the report, by a watch supervisor. The supplemental report
shall be forwarded to the Canine Supervisor. Whenever the canine unit
apprehends a person, the handler shall complete a Use of Force Report.
Whenever a canine apprehends an individual with physical contact,
whether or not in the line -of -duty, the handler shall:
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1. Summon a supervisor to the scene.
2. Examine the affected area to determine the seriousness of the bite
or injury.
3. Obtain medical treatment for the person, medical personnel should
examine the affected area irrespective of the perceived
seriousness of the bite or injury.
4. Take color photographs of the affected area, if possible, prior to
and following medical treatments. A "full body" photograph should
also be included.
5. Complete an incident report whenever it is known or alleged that a
canine has apprehended or otherwise injured an individual. The
report shall detail the circumstances surrounding the incident, the
identity of the individual involved and any witnesses, the extent of
the injuries, if known, and measures taken in response to the
incident. A Use of Force report shall also be filled out. Copies of
the incident report shall be forwarded to the Commander of Field
Operations prior to the end of the watch.
D. CROWD CONTROL
1. Canine teams shall not be used for crowd control for peaceful
demonstrations or gatherings.
2. Canine teams shall be used for crowd control only upon approval of
the watch commander or canine supervisor, to protect against theft
or property damage during a riot or unlawful assembly (see IA code
chapter 723) that cannot be controlled by other means. In these
situations canines shall:
a. be short, leashed at all times unless no other means are
available to protect an individual from serious injury; and
b. not initiate any offensive action, unless to gu�d aggrnst
imminent loss of life or possible bodily injury.
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E. DRUG DETECTION
Use of police canines in a drug detection capacity is authofized irahe
following situations and under the following conditions:
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1. The canine unit supervisor shall maintain records that document
the use and proficiency of individual canines in drug detection.
This documentation shall be readily available to canine officers
and others who may need it when seeking warrants.
2. Random exploratory sniffing of luggage, packages or other
inanimate objects may be conducted in public facilities such as
airports, and bus terminals, as authorized by the canine unit
supervisor or other authorized command officer and in accordance
with State and Federal law.
a. When a drug detection canine alerts to luggage or related
items, a warrant or consent to search must be obtained before it
is opened unless exigent circumstances exist to justify a
warrantless search.
3. The use of drug detection canines in public schools is permitted
only when:
a. The school's principal or designated authority requests or
approves use of the canines.
b. there is reasonable and articulable suspicion to believe that
illegal narcotics are being distributed and /or consumed on the
premises such that the interests of the school are being
unacceptably compromised and
c. the search is limited to inanimate objects in public areas and the
exterior of student lockers unless reasonable and articulable
suspicion exists to gain admission to lockers and related areas
where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy. (see Iowa
Code Chapter 808A, Student Searches)
4. Drug - sniffing canines may be used to sniff motor vehicles when:
a. reasonable suspicion exists to believe the operator or
passengers are in possession of illegal narcotics; or
b. during a valid vehicle stop, the canine is used to sniff, the
vehicle's exterior in an exploratory manner. Unlesl the canine
alerts to the vehicle, the operator may not be de6ined rd ger
than necessary to conclude the business associated with- the?
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F. TRACKING
Police canines are available with supervisory approval to 6ack missing
persons or suspects, or to locate evidence that the supervisor has reason
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to believe has been abandoned or hidden in a specified open area. Such
searches are subject to the following conditions and limitations:
1. When officers are pursuing suspects and contact with the suspect
is lost, the officer, prior to summoning a canine team shall:
a. stop and pinpoint the location where the suspect was last
seen
b. shut off engines of vehicles in the area if possible; and
c. avoid vehicle or foot movement in the area where the suspect
or subject was last seen.
2. Canines used for tracking persons shall remain on a leash of
sufficient length to provide a reasonable measure of safety to the
subject of the search without compromising the canine's tracking
abilities.
3. When used to locate small children, unless there is a reasonable
suspicion of foul play or a reasonable belief that serious bodily
injury or death will occur if the child is not located immediately, the
search shall be conducted on leash. If circumstances are such that
an off -leash search is necessary, the canine officer shall explain
the risks of apprehension to the parents or next of kin and their
approval obtained to use the dog.
4. Canine teams should not be used to apprehend or locate persons
suspected to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs or the
mentally disturbed, if no other crime is involved, unless the person
posses an immediate significant threat of death or serious physical
injury to an officer or others.
G. CANINE USE
1. Teasing, agitating or roughhousing with police canine is strictly
prohibited unless performed as part of a training exercise.
2. Handlers shall not allow anyone to touch, pet or hug,-their c4 ine
without their permission and immediate supervision. ,Shodld a
civilian express a desire to do so, they should be iri o med0hat —i7
police canines are working dogs and they can be dangergDp if - improperly approached. 1 i
H. OUTSIDE USE OF CANINES
1. Handlers will not offer or provide the services of the police canine
for use to any outside agency without supervisor approval. The on-
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duty shift supervisor will make the decision and grant or deny
approval for the K -9 unit to respond to the requesting agency. The
supervisor will consider the current availability of units within the
city prior to authorizing the use of the unit outside the city.
2. Emergency requests for the canine unit which occur when the
canine unit is off -duty, will be cleared by the watch commander and
coordinated with the canine unit.
CANINE USE AND CARE
Canines are the sole property of the Iowa City Police Department and
assigned to the selected officer(s) as a law enforcement tool. The canine
officer has assigned responsibilities to maintain the animal, but the animal
may be reassigned at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
1. Police canines shall not be used for breeding, participation in
shows, field trials, exhibitions or demonstrations without prior
approval of the Chief of Police or his /her designee.
2. Canine handlers are personally responsible for the daily care and
feeding of the their animal including, but not limited to:
a. maintenance and cleaning of the kennel and yard area where
the canine is housed;
b. provision of food, water and general diet maintenance as
prescribed by the departmentally authorized veterinarian;
c. grooming on a daily basis, or more often as required by
weather, working conditions or other factors;
d. daily exercise (police canines are not permitted to run at large
unless performing police duties, i.e. training, under the direct
control of the handler);
1) when someone other than the handler is exercisirig or_.!--
otherwise handling the canine in public, the -- canine Aall ;
be muzzled.
e. general medical attention and maintenance of alth dare
records. C.0
The kennel area of the officer's residence is subject to inspection by the
Chief of Police or his /her designee without notice. Any records pertaining
to the canine which are housed at the officer's home are also subject to
review and inspection without notice.
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J. VETERINARY SERVICE
A licensed veterinarian will be chosen by the City to supply such
veterinary services as needed. Periodic examinations will be arranged by
the veterinarian for the canine. All medical treatments will be
administered through the veterinarian's orders. In an extreme emergency
the handler may utilize the nearest available veterinarian. The handler will
notify the City veterinarian as to the illness or injury of the canine, and
treatment given, as soon as possible.
K. REFRESHER TRAINING
In order to continually develop the skills learned in the initial training,
refresher training will be scheduled as needed. The canine supervisor
shall arrange for periodic training to include re- certification of specific skills
at designated periods. The primary responsibility of maintaining the
working capabilities of the canine will remain with the handler. The canine
handler shall forward documentation of all training to the department's
training officer.
Sam el Hargadin hief of Police
WARNING
This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil'
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USE OF
FORCE
Date of Issue General Order Number
April 28, 2001 99 -05
Effective Date Section Code
April 23, 2007 OPS -03
Reevaluation Date Amends
April 2008 95 -03
C.A.L.E.A. Reference
1.3.1 -1.3.8,1.3.13
INDEX AS:
Use of Force
Reporting
Significant Force
Investigation
Use of Force Model
Canine
Arrests
Warning Shots
I. PURPOSE
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The purpose of this policy is to provide members of the Iowa City Police
Department with guidelines on the use of deadly and non - deadly force.
II. POLICY
The Iowa City Police Department recognizes and respects the value and special
integrity of each human life. In investing officers with the lawful authority to use
force to protect the public welfare, a careful balancing of all human interests is
required. Therefore, it is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department that police
officers shall use only that force that is reasonable and necessary to effectively
bring an incident under control, while protecting the lives of the officers and
others.
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III. DEFINITIONS
Definition - Deadly force (Section 704.2, Code of Iowa) for the
purpose of this policy shall mean any of the following:
1. Force used for the purpose of causing serious injury.
2. Force which the actor knows, or reasonably should know, will
create a strong probability that serious injury will occur.
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3. The discharge of a firearm, in the direction of some person with the
knowledge of the person's presence there, even though no intent to
inflict serious physical injury can be shown.
4. The discharge of a firearm, at a vehicle in which a person is known
— to be.
Definition - Serious injury (Section 702.18 Code of Iowa)
Means disabling mental illness, or bodily injury which creates a substantial
risk of death or which causes serious permanent disfigurement, or
protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or
organ.
Definition - Reasonable force (Section 704.1, Code of Iowa)
Is that force and no more which a reasonable person, in like
circumstances, would judge to be necessary to prevent an injury or loss
and can include deadly force if it is reasonable to believe that such force is
necessary to avoid injury or risk to one's life or safety or the life or safety
of another, or it is reasonable to believe that such force is necessary to
resist a like force or threat. Reasonable force, including deadly force, may
be used if an alternative course of action is available if the alternative
entails a risk to life or safety, or the life or safety of a third party, or
requires one to abandon or retreat from one's dwelling or place of
business or employment.
Definition - Reasonable officer: Objective Standard
1. "The 'Reasonableness' of a particular use of force must be judged
from the perspective of a reasonable officer on the scene rather
than with the 20/20 vision of hindsight. Graham v. Connor, 109,
S.Ct. 1865,1872. (1989)
2. "Reasonableness" also takes into account that police officers make
judgements in a split second under circumstances that are "tense,
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uncertain, and rapidly evolving - about the amount of force that is
necessary in a particular situation. Graham v. Connor, 109 S.Ct.
1865,1872. (1989)
Definition - As used in this policy, "less lethal munitions"
Means projectiles which are designed to stun, temporarily incapacitate, or
cause temporary discomfort to a person.
IV. Code of Iowa - Use of Force in Making Arrests and
Preventing Escape
Section 804.8 Use of force by peace officer making an arrest.
A peace officer, while making a lawful arrest, is justified in the use of any
force which the peace officer reasonably believes to be necessary to
effect the arrest or to defend any person from bodily harm while making
the arrest. However, the use of deadly force is only justified when a
person cannot be captured any other way and either:
1. The person has used or threatened to use deadly force in
committing a felony, or
2. The peace officer reasonably believes the person would use deadly
force against any person unless immediately apprehended.
A peace officer making an arrest pursuant to an invalid warrant is justified
in the use of any force which the peace officer would be justified in using if
the warrant were valid, unless the peace officer knows that the warrant is
invalid.
Section 804.13 Use of force in preventing an escape.
A peace officer or other person who has an arrested person in custody is
justified in the use of such force to prevent the escape of the arrested
person from custody as the officer or other person would be justified in
using if the officer or other person were arresting such person.
V. PROCEDURES
DEADLY FORCE
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A. Purpose of statement
1. To delineate the Department's policy regarding the use of deadly
force.
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2. To establish policies under which the use of deadly force is
permissible.
B. Policy
1. Officers of the Iowa City Police Department may fire weapons to
stop or incapacitate an assailant to prevent serious bodily injury or
death. For this purpose and to minimize danger to innocent
~' bystanders, the officer should shoot at the center body mass,
whenever possible.
2. An officer may use deadly force to protect him /herself or others
U from what he /she reasonably believes to be an immediate threat of
death or serious injury.
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93. An officer may use deadly force to effect the capture or prevent
escape if:
a. the person used or threatened to use deadly force in committing
a felony, and
b. the peace officer reasonably believes the person would use
deadly force against a person unless immediately apprehended.
4. No distinction shall be made relative to the age of the intended
target.
5. Warning shots by officers of the Iowa City Police Department are
prohibited.
6. A verbal warning shall be utilized prior to an officer discharging a
weapon unless it would compromise the safety of the officer or
others.
7. Shooting at or from a moving vehicle is prohibited, except under the
following circumstances:
a. When the occupant of the vehicle is utilizing deadly force
against the police officer or other persons.
b. As a last resort to prevent death or serious injury to officers or
other persons.
c. As a last resort to apprehend a person who has just committed a
felony resulting in death or serious injury.
d. The discharge of firearms shall not be utilized when
circumstances do not provide a high probability of striking an
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intended target or when there is substantial risk to the safety of
other persons, including the risk of causing vehicle accidents.
C. Injuries resulting from Use of force.
1. Officers shall render appropriate first aid to any person injured or
complaining of pain following the use of force.
2. EMS will be summoned to the scene to ensure delivery of
appropriate medical treatment when:
a. Requested by the subject(s) involved. C=
b. The extent of an injury is unknown or not visible. r
c. The nature or extent of the injury dictates.
Officers shall err on the side of caution, requesting EMS tc`;espond'
to the scene if in doubt about the existence or extent of an injury.
D. Surrender of firearm.
When officers or employees discharge a firearm that results in
personal injury or death to any person, the officer or employee shall
surrender that firearm to his /her supervisor or a higher authority
consistent with departmental directives. Firearms involved in police
shooting incidents shall not be unloaded, cleaned, nor in any way
altered from the condition immediately following discharge other than
to make the weapon safe for transport.
1. When more than one officer or weapon has been involved in a
shooting situation resulting in any injury or death, the involved
weapons must be surrendered to the commanding officer in
accordance with departmental directives.
2. The commanding officer receiving such firearm or firearms shall
immediately secure and document the same as evidence.
LESS LETHAL FORCE
A. Where deadly force is not authorized under this policy, officers should
assess the incident in order to determine which less lethal technique
will best de- escalate the incident and bring it under control in a safe
manner. Officers shall use no more force than is reasonably necessary
to gain control of an individual or situation. Officers are authorized to
use force consistent with the Use of Force model.
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B. Definition -Use of Force.
Use of force is any contact applied by an officer that significantly
restricts or alters the actions of another and /or compels compliance
with the demands or instructions of the officer. This includes the use of
restraint devices such as handcuffs.
C. An officer shall use no more force than that officer reasonably feels is
necessary in the performance of their official duties. Use of force by an
officer is justified in, but not limited to, the following situations:
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1. To protect the officer or others from physical harm. _ =
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2. To control an arrestee or a potentially violent person.
3. To restrain or subdue a resistant individual.
Approved restraint devices are handcuffs (hinged and chain2style),
flexcuffs and nylon leg restraints.
4. To bring an unlawful situation safely and effectively under control.
D. Officers shall render appropriate first aid or ensure medical treatment
is provided to any person injured or complaining of pain following the
use of force.
E. Officers shall offer medical treatment at a hospital to any non -
combative person who has been exposed to a chemical irritant / OC
spray. Officers shall decontaminate a person exposed to a chemical
irritant and continue to monitor the condition of that person until they
are no longer in the custody of the officer.
NOTIFICATIONS
A. Any officer who discharges a firearm in the course of their duty, shall
immediately contact his /her supervisor. (This does not apply to animal
euthanasia or training situations) If this is not practical, the officer shall
contact the on -duty patrol supervisor. The notified supervisor shall then
contact the following individuals:
1. The involved officer's division commander.
a. It shall be the Division Commander's responsibility to notify the
Chief of Police.
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b. If the Division Commander cannot be notified, a watch
supervisor shall notify the Chief of Police.
2. The County Attorney of the county in which the incident occurred.
3. The City Attorney.
4. The City Manager.
5. The Criminal Investigation Commander or his /her designee.
6. Other as Required by the Mandatory Call Matrix
B. The on -duty watch supervisor shall be immediately notified or
summoned to the scene of any incident where use of force results in a
physical injury.
C. The on -duty watch supervisor shall be immediately notifie& when a
chemical irritatant / OC spray is utilized. -
REPORTING USE OF FORCE INCIDENTS
A. Discharge of Firearms -report required. Y c„
Any officer who discharges a firearm for any reason or purpose other
than those exceptions listed in this section, shall make a written report
to his /her immediate supervisor as soon as circumstances permit. This
written report will then be forwarded through the chain of command to
the Chief of Police for review. Exceptions to the requirement of a
written report applies to the following circumstances in which no
accident or injury results:
1. The discharge of firearms on firearm ranges or in an area for
firearms practice.
2. Sporting events to include lawful hunting and organized shooting
matches.
B. When, in accordance with applicable law, it becomes necessary for an
officer to discharge a firearm to destroy an animal which presents a
danger or is seriously injured or ill, the officer will, prior to discharging
the firearm, request permission to do so from the on -duty supervisor. If
such action must be immediately taken in order to protect the officer's
or another person's safety, the officer need not delay action in order to
request this permission. The Watch Supervisor must be notified,
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however, immediately after the firearm is used. A Use of Force report
is required.
C. Review Committee
Use of force incidents shall be reviewed by a committee consisting of a
minimum of three sworn personnel. The committee shall consist of a
Division Commander, the Sergeant of Planning and Research and /or
Training Sergeant, and a third person designated by the Division
Commander. This group will, at a minimum, meet every two months to
review the Use of Force reports from the previous two months.
The purpose of this committee shall be to review all facts and
reports concerning use of force incidents for: appropriateness of
force used, for any training which may be necessary, and /or any
need for policy changes. This committee will make
recommendations on these matters to the Chief of Police.
All shooting incidents, with the exception of the destruction of
animals, shall be reviewed by a Division Commander and a
committee made up of five members of the department. This
committee shall include a Lieutenant, a Sergeant, and three officers.
2. The purpose of this committee will be to review all facts and reports
concerning shooting incidents (absent destruction of animals, such
cases being reviewed by the Use of Force Review committee) for
appropriateness of force used, for any training recommendations
which are necessary, and /or any need for policy changes. This
committee will make recommendations on these matters to the
Chief of Police.
D. Reporting a Use of Force Incident.
A Use of Force report with a written narrative regarding any use of
force incident will be included with an incident report. The report(s)
shall contain the following information:
a. Arrestee /suspect information. j
b. Incident number(s), date and time of incident, and reportin;
officer.
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c. Description of actual resistance encountered. -
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d. All required fields completed in Use of Force report.'
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e. The force used by the officer to overcome the resistance and
the specific weapon or technique used.
f. A description of any alleged or actual injuries to either the officer
or suspect.
g. Pictures taken of any injuries to either the officer or suspect
h. Exposure to Chemical Irritant / OC spray will additionally require
the documentation of hospital treatment being offered,
supervisor notification, and decontamination procedures.
2. When the only use of force is the application of handcuffs, double
locked, no use of force report is necessary. The application of
handcuffs, double locked will be documented on a written complaint
or citation or in the body of an incident report.
3. A supervisor of the reporting person shall review the report for
adherence to Department policy and procedure and document their
conclusions.
4. All reports concerning use of force shall be forwarded through the
chain of command to the Division Commander for review.
E. At a minimum, the Chief of Police and /or designee will review all
reports and incidents of force annually. A review of reports and
incidents of force could reveal patterns or trends that indicate training
needs and /or policy modifications. C7 -
INVESTIGATION OF USE OF FORCE RESULTING IN DEATH OR-
SERIOUS INJURY = ��
A. When any member of the police department is involved in an incident
resulting in death or serious injury, a thorough and obj!otive
investigation of facts and circumstances will be initiated as soon as —
practical by the Chief of Police's designees and completed as soon as
practical.
B. The Chief of Police or his /her designee shall decide whether the DCI
and /or any other outside agency shall be called to assist in the
investigation.
C. If an incident resulting in death or serious injury which involves a sworn
Iowa City police officer occurs in another police jurisdiction, the officer
shall cooperate with that jurisdiction, as set forth in Iowa City Police
Department directives.
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D. The on -duty watch commander /supervisor shall ensure that
appropriate case reports are initiated and that potential evidence is
preserved.
E. The officer(s) or employee involved in the death or serious injury shall
be relieved of field duty without the loss of pay or benefits, pending the
results of the departmental investigation. Other officers or employees
involved in the incident also may be relieved of field duty without loss
of pay or benefits at the discretion of the Chief of Police, while the
investigation is pending:
1. The officer or employee shall be available at all times for official
interviews and statements regarding the case, and shall be subject
to recall to duty at any time. The officer or employee must receive
permission from the Chief of Police, or the Chiefs representative,
prior to leaving the metropolitan area. If such permission is given,
the officer or employee shall supply phone number(s) of their
location and duration of their absence.
2. The officer or employee will not discuss the case with anyone
except the prosecuting attorney and /or persons designated by the
Chief of Police or their designee. This does not prohibit the officer
or employee from discussions with their attorney. If the officer or
employee may be the subject of internal review or criminal charges
their constitutional rights and administrative protections will be
maintained. The officer or employee will attend post- traumatic
stress counseling at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
3. At the discretion of the Chief of Police, the officer or employee may
be returned to duty upon departmental receipt of a letter from the
counselor or mental health professional indicating the officer's
fitness for duty.
F. The investigation and administrative leave policy outlined herein is not
intended to imply or indicate the officer or employee has acted
improperly, but is designed to safeguard the officer or employee and
the Department.
G. The Chief of Police may appoint one or more individuals to condOct a
separate yet parallel (administrative) investigation into a use of ice
incident to ensure all personnel followed departmental policies -.and
guidelines.
USE OF FORCE MODEL
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A. Police officers are given the unique right to use force, even deadly
force, against others for legitimate law enforcement purposes. The
right to use force carries with it an obligation to use that force in a
responsible manner. Police agencies have an obligation to provide
their employees with the policies, training, and tools necessary to
accomplish their mission. Selection of a use of force response from
the options articulated in this model will be based on: the skills,
knowledge, and ability of the officer; the perceived threat and amount
of resistance offered by a subject; and consideration of the situational
framework. A defined Use of Force model will enhance the
department's ability to manage the use of force and will benefit the
officer by providing guidance, resources, and options.
B. Officers of the Iowa City Police Department shall follow the principles
of the Use of Force model. The model describes an escalation of force,
which is based on a reasonable officer's perception of threat or
resistance. As a subject's resistance escalates, more force options
become available to the officer. When resistance stops, the officer
must de- escalate, but only after control (e.g. handcuffing) is
accomplished. Officers of the Iowa City Police Department must
generally employ the tools, tactics, and timing of force utilization
consistent with the Model's proscription and training protocols. Due
to the fact that officer /citizen confrontations occur in environments that
are potentially unpredictable, "tense, uncertain, and rapidly evolving"
(Graham v. Connor, 109 S.Ct. 1865, 1872. (1989) the officer may
utilize tools, tactics, and timing outside the parameters of the Model.
However, these applications of force must meet the same test of
reasonableness as those which have been previously identified and
approved by the Department.
C ,,Reasonable officer's perception /Reasonable officer's response (see
`' <-attached matrix)
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Samu I Harga in ief of Police
This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal
civil proceeding. The department policy, should not be construed asa creation
higher legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect-
third -party claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis f
.ion6hmon4ol 3rlmniofe� {ive nnnxB..wn
LEVEL ONE
Perception - Subject is compliant
Response - Cooperative controls (includes:
positioning, communications skills, handcuffing
searching techniques, arrest and transport controls)
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mental preparation, spatial
positions and techniques,
COOPERATIVE
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USE OF FORCE MODEL - FUNCTIONAL PROFILE
COMPLIANT LEVEL I
COOPERATIVE CONTROLS
MENTAL PREPARATION
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>
>
PERCEPTION SKILLS
RISK ASSESSMENT
SURVIVAL ORIENTATION
SPATIAL POSITIONING
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>
>
OFFICER STANCE
BODY LANGUAGE
RELATIVE POSITIONING
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
>
>
VERBAL.
NON- VERBAL
HANDCUFFING POSITIONS
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>
>
WALL
STANDING
PRONE
KNEELING
NDC ING TECHNIQUE
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CONTROLLED
gAR�"GTECHNIQUES
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WALL
STANDING
PRONE
KNEELING
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4ECIALIZED TECHNIQUES
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>
>
OPPOSITE SEX
FRISK
STRIP
ARREST TECHNIQUES
>
>
SINGLE OFFICER
MULTIPLE OFFICERS
ESCORT CONTROLS
>
>
SINGLE OFFICER
MULTIPLE OFFICERS
TRANSPORT CONTROLS
>
>
SINGLE OFFICER,
MULTIPLE OFFICERS
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LEVEL TWO
Perception - Subject is passively resistant
Response- Contact controls (includes: contact controls, conflict management
techniques, mass formation arrest techniques (multiple officer lifts, stretchers,
wheelchairs etc.)
USE OF FORCE MODEL - FUNCIONAL PROFILE
RESISTANT PASSIVE LEVEL 11 CONTACT CONTROLS
ENFORCEMENT
ELECTIVES I
CONFLICT MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES > ` SINGLE SUBJECT
> MULTIPLE SUBJECTS
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> ARM
CONTACT CONTROLS > WRIST
> HAND
ARREST TECHNIQUES > MASS FORMATION > ESCORT TECHNIQUES
> TRANSPORT TECHNIQUES
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LEVEL THREE
Perception- Subject is actively resistant
Response - Compliance techniques (includes: neuro - muscular controls, joint
manipulation, nerve compression, chemical irritants, e.g. OC spray, controlled
stopping devices for fleeing vehicle incidents)
COMPLIANCE TECHNIQUES
USE OF FORCE MODEL- FUNCTIONAL PROFILE
RESISTANT Active LEVEL III COMPLIANCE TECHNIQUES
ENFORCEMENT ELECTIVES: I & II
> NERVE COMPRESSION TECHNIQUES
COMPLIANCE CONTROLS > CHEMICAL IRRITANTS, CROWD CONTROL
CHEMICAL MUNITIONS
> CONTROL TACTICS
> HEAD
NERVE COMPRESSION TECHNIQUES: > NECK
NEURO- MUSCULAR CONTROLS > ARM
> LEG
CONTROL TACTICS > WRIST ROTATION
> ELBOW LEVERAGE
BICYCLE > TAKE DOWN TECHNIQUES
VEHICLE PURSUIT TACTICS > COMMUNICATIONS /ASSESSMENT SKILLS
> PACING/TRAILING TECHNIQUES
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LEVEL FOUR
Perception - Subject is physically assaultive and may cause bodily injury
Response- Defensive tactics (includes: personal weapon defense, e.g. hands,
knees, feet, active countermeasures, etc.; impact weapons, e.g. ASP, weapon
retention techniques)
'Deployment of canine for apprehension /protection shall be preceded by actions
of suspect which are consistent with level 4 ( Assaultive- Bodily Harm) behavior.
The exception to this is the deployment of canine for building searches or related
circumstances, where the suspect actions are not known. In this circumstance
� ;procedures spelled out in the "Canine Operations" General Order (99 -04) shall
be followed.
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USE OF FORCE MODEL - FUNCTIONAL PROFILE
ASSAULTIVE Possible Bodily Harm LEVEL IV
DEFENSIVE TACTICS
ENFORCEMENT ELECTIVES:
I, II, III
PERSONAL WEAPON DEFENSES
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HEAD
HANDS
ELBOWS
FEET
KNEES
IMPACT WEAPONS ASP
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'STRIKES
LESS LETHAL WEAPONS
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IMPACT PROJECTILES
CANINE OPERATIONS
OTHER OPTIONS_'
WEAPON RETENTION TECHNIQUES (Less Lethal)
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FRONT
REAR
SIDE
OTHER WEAPONS
CANINE
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CONTROL /APPREHENSION
TECHNIQUES
'Deployment of canine for apprehension /protection shall be preceded by actions
of suspect which are consistent with level 4 ( Assaultive- Bodily Harm) behavior.
The exception to this is the deployment of canine for building searches or related
circumstances, where the suspect actions are not known. In this circumstance
� ;procedures spelled out in the "Canine Operations" General Order (99 -04) shall
be followed.
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LEVEL FIVE
Perception - Subject is assaultive and likely to cause SERIOUS bodily injury or
death
Response- Deadly force (includes: weapon /weapons attack defense, lethal force
utilization with service /supplemental weapons, forcible stopping techniques for
assault with vehicle incidents)
USE OF FORCE MODEL - FUNCTIONAL PROFILE
ASSAULTIVE LEVEL V DEADLY FORCE
Serious Bodily Harm /Death
ENFORCEMENT ELECTIVES; 1, II, III & IV
> WEAPON
ATTACK DEFENSE > WEAPONLESS
> WEAPON RETENTION TECHNIQUES
> 'SERVICE WEAPON
LETHAL FORCE UTILIZATION > SUPPLEMENTAL WEAPON
> OTHER OPTIONS
OTHER OPTIONS: > CONTACT
FORCIBLE STOPPING TECHNIQUES > ROADBLOCK
DEPARTMENT MEMO 07 -23
TO: Chief Hargadine, Watch Commanders
FROM: Captain Widmer
REF: January- February Use of Force Review
DATE: April 24, 2007
The "Use of Force Review Committee" met on February 24, 2007. It was composed of Captain
Widmer, Sgt. Lord and Sgt. Kelsay and Officer Tack.
The review of submitted reports for January (11 incidents -17 reports) and February (12
incidents -16 reports) revealed no policy or training concerns. Of the 23 incidents, 5 were for a
drawn sidearm (building search or felony stop).
No reports were returned as a result of this review.
As with the last review, we are still seeing mistakes made in the "Type of Incident" block. The
"Type of Incident" is to be listed as the original reason for the response. Watch supervisors are
reminded to check the call and make sure this is reported as such.
A change is needed. In the "Officer Involved" block, use the officer's name rather than the badge
number. This usually becomes an issue when multiple officers are listed in this block. If there is
not enough room, list names on the back page of the report. Badge numbers can change over
time and this will allow an easier /more accurate retrieval of information.
Watch for inconsistencies in reports. When an officer is noted in another officer's report as
assisting in a use of force, but then does not fill out their own use of force report, this needs to be
reconciled.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Copy: City Manager, PCRB, Watch Commanders, Review Comrnittee
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The "Use of Force Review Committee" met on February 24, 2007. It was composed of Captain
Widmer, Sgt. Lord and Sgt. Kelsay and Officer Tack.
The review of submitted reports for January (11 incidents -17 reports) and February (12
incidents -16 reports) revealed no policy or training concerns. Of the 23 incidents, 5 were for a
drawn sidearm (building search or felony stop).
No reports were returned as a result of this review.
As with the last review, we are still seeing mistakes made in the "Type of Incident" block. The
"Type of Incident" is to be listed as the original reason for the response. Watch supervisors are
reminded to check the call and make sure this is reported as such.
A change is needed. In the "Officer Involved" block, use the officer's name rather than the badge
number. This usually becomes an issue when multiple officers are listed in this block. If there is
not enough room, list names on the back page of the report. Badge numbers can change over
time and this will allow an easier /more accurate retrieval of information.
Watch for inconsistencies in reports. When an officer is noted in another officer's report as
assisting in a use of force, but then does not fill out their own use of force report, this needs to be
reconciled.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Copy: City Manager, PCRB, Watch Commanders, Review Comrnittee
May 7, 2007 Mtg Packet
PCRB COMPLAINT DEADLINES
PCRB Complaint #06 -06
Filed: 12/14/06
Chiefs Report due (90days): 03/14/07
Chief's Report filed: 03/13107
PCRB Mtg #1 (Review & Assign) 04/10/07
PCRB Mtg #2 (Review Draft Report) 05/07/07
PCRB Report due (45days): 04/27/07
45 -day Ext Request:
PCRB MEETING SCHEDULE
May 7, 2007
June 12, 2007
July 10, 2007
Auqust 14, 2007
06/12/07
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
OFFICE CONTACTS
April 2007
Date Description
4 -6 Man called regarding where to find board packet information on
the City website.
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
A Board of the City of Iowa City
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City IA 52240 -1826
(319)356 -5041
April 11, 2007
Mayor Ross Wilburn
410 E. Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240
Dear Mayor and Council Members:
At the April 10, 2007 meeting, the PCRB voted in open session to request a 45 -day extension
regarding the reporting deadline for the Public Report according to the City Code for PCRB
Complaint #06 -06 for the following reasons:
• Due to timelines and scheduling
• Public Report presently due April 27, 2007
45 -day Extension request — Report would be due on June 12, 2007
The Board appreciates your prompt consideration of this matter.
Sincerely,
>LT
Michael Larson, Chair
Police Citizens Review Board
cc: City Attorney