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POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
April 30, 2012 — 6:30 P.M.
HELLING 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 03/21/12
• ICPD General Order 00.03 (Less Lethal Impact Munitions)
• ICPD General Order 00.08 (Weapons)
• ICPD General Order 08 -01 (Conducted Energy Devices)
ITEM NO. 3 OLD BUSINESS
• Community Forum
CONSIDER A MOTION TO ACCEPT CORRESPONDENCE IN REGARDS TO THE
PUBLIC FORUM FROM THE FOLLOWING — Julie Jones, The Coalition for Racial
Justice, Lindsay Jarratt, Patricia Donalds, Charles Easlham
ITEM NO.4
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM NO.6
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 TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS
• May 9, 2012, 7:00 PM, Iowa City Public Library — Community Forum
• June 12, 2012, 6:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm
• July 10, 2012 6:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm
• August 14, 2012, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm
ITEM NO.10 ADJOURNMENT
DRAFT
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
MINUTES — March 21, 2012
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Donald King called the meeting to order at 5:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Melissa Jensen, Royceann Porter, Joseph Treloar
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Staff Kelile Tuttle and Catherine Pugh
STAFF ABSENT: None
OTHERS PRESENT: Captain Jim Steffen of the ICPD.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL
Accept PCRB Report on Complaint #11 -03
CONSENT
CALENDAR Motion by Treloar and seconded by Porter to adopt the consent calendar as
presented or amended.
• Minutes of the meeting on 02/22/12
Motion carried, 410.
OLD BUSINESS Community Forum — The forum will be held Wednesday, May 9t', 7:00 PM at the
Iowa City Library in Room A. Pugh said she would prepare an outline of her
presentation for the next meeting and asked If there was anything the Board
specifically wanted her to address. King suggested gearing the presentation
more toward what the Board can and can't do to try and clarify some of the
misconceptions the public may have. Suggestions were a basic overview of the
process, Board limitations, subpoena power, and maybe an example of a
situation and the process. Tuttle stated she had sent the notice to the
Neighborhood Services Coordinator to have neighborhoods Include In their
newsletter, and is checking with Transit to put notices on the City buses. She will
also send the notices to the Broadway and Pheasant Ridge Neighborhood
Centers and post in City buildings and the City website. Treloar suggested
looking Into having something ran on City Channel 4 or 5. Tuttle said she would
check Into it,
King asked if the Board had commercial /advertisement similar to what Human
Rights has and could it be placed on the agenda for discussion. Tuttle stated that
they did not but she would put It on the agenda for discussion and check with the
cable division.
NEW BUSINESS None.
PCRB
March 21, 2012
Page 2
PUBLIC
DISCUSSION Captain Steffen wanted to verify that the Board did not want any members of the
police department at the forum. King stated that anyone is welcome to come but
In the past there had been some concern from the Police Chief that questions
would be directed to Police personnel and not the Board, then making it a Police
forum and not a Board forum.
BOARD
INFORMATION King Informed the Board that Jochimsen had resigned and there Is a vacancy on
the Board. Tuttle stated that the vacancy had been announced at the Council
meeting on the 20s' and the deadline for applications was Wednesday, April 2e.
STAFF
INFORMATION Tuttle handed out an updated Board member contact sheet and asked that they
review their Information and get back to her with any changes.
Pugh stated that she had run Into Mayor Hayek that day and had a conversation
regarding questions that are coming to the Council about the Board's powers,
organization, the name, and other Issues that have been raised. The Mayor was
looking for some guidance and thought the Council would appreciate a response
from the Board regarding recommendations on what the Board sees as their role,
how they would like their role to change or if they want it to change. The Board
discussed addressing the ideas, Issues, comments and any recommendations in
conjunction with the forum and the summary that Is prepared afterwards and sent
to Council.
EXECUTIVE
SESSION Motion by Treloar and seconded by Jensen to adjourn Into Executive Session
based on Section 21.6(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(6) 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.
Open session adjourned at 6:56 P.M.
REGULAR
SESSION Returned to open session at 6:00 P.M.
Motion by Treloar, seconded by Jensen to forward the Public Report as amended
for PCRB Complaint #11 -03 to City Council. Motion carried, 4/0.
PCRB
March 21, 2012
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TENTATIVE MEETING SCHEDULE and FUTURE AGENDAS (subject to change)
• April 10, 2012, 5:30 PM, Hailing Conference Room — (Moved to April 30)
• April 30, 2012, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Room
• May 8, 2012, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Rm — (CANCELLED)
• May g, 2012, 7:00 PM, Iowa City Public Library — Community Forum
• June 12, 2012, 5:30 PM, Helling Conference Room
The Board agreed to move the April 10th meeting to April 301h in order to prepare
and answer any questions as a Board that may be received before the forum and
go over the outline prepared by Legal Counsel. The Board also agreed to cancel
the May 8'h meeting.
ADJOURNMENT Motion for adjournment by Treloar, seconded by Porter.
Motion carried, 4/0. Meeting adjourned at 6:07 P.M.
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POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
A Board of the City of Iowa City
410 East Washington Street
Iowa City, IA 52240 -1826
(319) 356 -5041
From: Police Citizen's Review Board
Re: Investigation of PCRB Complaint 011.03
This is the Report of the Police Citizens Review Board's (the "Board ") review of the Investigation of
Complaint PCRB #11 -03 (the "Complaint ").
BOARD'S RESPONSIBILITY
Under the City Code of the City of Iowa City, Section 8 -8 -76 (2), the Board's Job Is to review the Police
Chief's Report ( "Report ") of his Investigation of a complaint. The City Code requires the Board to apply a
"reasonable basis" standard of review to the Report and to "give deference" to the Report "because of
the Police Chief's professional expertise ", Section 8 -8.7 B (2). While the City Code directs the Board to
make "Findings of Fact ", it also requires that the Board recommend that the Police Chief reverse or
modify his findings only If these findings are "unsupported by substantial evidence', are "unreasonable,
arbitrary or capricious" or are "contrary to a Police Department policy or practice, or any Federal, State
or local law ", Section 8 -8 -7 B (2) a, b, c.
BOARD'S PROCEDURE
The Complaint was initiated by the Complainant on November 4, 2011. As required by Section 8 -8 -5 (B)
of the City Code, the Complaint was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation.
The Chiefs Report was filed with the City Clerk on 1/27/2012.
The Board met to consider the Chiefs Report on February 22, 2012 and March 21, 2012. At the February
22nd meeting the Board voted to review the Chief's Report in accordance with Section 8 -8 -7 (B) (1) (a), "on
the record with no additional Investigation ".
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Sam Hargadine, Chief of Police
Officer(s) Involved In complaint
From: Police Citizen's Review Board
Re: Investigation of PCRB Complaint 011.03
This is the Report of the Police Citizens Review Board's (the "Board ") review of the Investigation of
Complaint PCRB #11 -03 (the "Complaint ").
BOARD'S RESPONSIBILITY
Under the City Code of the City of Iowa City, Section 8 -8 -76 (2), the Board's Job Is to review the Police
Chief's Report ( "Report ") of his Investigation of a complaint. The City Code requires the Board to apply a
"reasonable basis" standard of review to the Report and to "give deference" to the Report "because of
the Police Chief's professional expertise ", Section 8 -8.7 B (2). While the City Code directs the Board to
make "Findings of Fact ", it also requires that the Board recommend that the Police Chief reverse or
modify his findings only If these findings are "unsupported by substantial evidence', are "unreasonable,
arbitrary or capricious" or are "contrary to a Police Department policy or practice, or any Federal, State
or local law ", Section 8 -8 -7 B (2) a, b, c.
BOARD'S PROCEDURE
The Complaint was initiated by the Complainant on November 4, 2011. As required by Section 8 -8 -5 (B)
of the City Code, the Complaint was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation.
The Chiefs Report was filed with the City Clerk on 1/27/2012.
The Board met to consider the Chiefs Report on February 22, 2012 and March 21, 2012. At the February
22nd meeting the Board voted to review the Chief's Report in accordance with Section 8 -8 -7 (B) (1) (a), "on
the record with no additional Investigation ".
Flndines of Fact
Complainant and associate were charged with an open container violation early in the morning
of 11/3/2011. As the complainant was in the vicinity of his residence, he was allowed to
proceed home.
Police officers responded to a disturbance call followed shortly thereafter by a fire alarm
sounding In the apartment complex to which the complainant lives. Upon dealing with the
alarm, the complainant was observed screaming and yelling in the lobby area of apartment
building. Officers resumed contact. Claimant failed to follow police directions to return to his
apartment, and followed them out Into the street where officers were communicating with the
fire personnel. Complainant was told repeatedly to return to the building or he would be
arrested. The complainant continued to shout and yell. He also touched officers after being
directed not to. The complainant was arrested and refused a breath test to determine his
blood alcohol content (BAC).
Allegations:
The complainant alleges that Officer A followed him, harassed him, and looked for more
reasons to fine and arrest him. The complainant asserts that he abided by all of the officer's
Instructions and was compliant. He states he was mistreated, hand cuffed and Officer A's
written statement was false and created to get him In trouble.
Officer's statements, dispatch logs from JECC, and in car video show Officer A did not follow the
complainant after lie was Issued an open container ticket.
In car recordings of officers confirm the complainant yelling and touching officers.
Complainant was directed repeatedly not to do this, however he continued.
The only written statements produced by that Officer A were the charge sheet and the
chemical request form.
Allegations: Not Sustained
Comment:
Attempts to contact the complainant by the ICPD by phone on 11 -15 -2011 and 11 -17 -2011
were not answered in spite of leaving detailed messages. On 11 -17 -2011 a letter was sent with
Information as to how to contact the ICPD for an Interview. Neither return calls nor
correspondence have been received.
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Original Date of Issue General Order Number
MAY 12, 2000 00.03
Effective Date of Reissue Section Code
April 10, 2012 1 OPS -15
Reevaluation Date Amends /Cancels
May 2013
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C.A.L.E.A. Reference
1.3.4,1.3.5,1.3.9,1.3.11
INDEX AS:
Use of Force
Less Lethal
Use of Force Matrix
I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this order is to identify the conditions under which officers may deploy
and use less lethal impact munitions.
II. POLICY
The Iowa City Police Department places the highest of value on human life, The
department Is authorized and trained In the use and deployment of less lethal
munitions, Less lethal munitions Is a concept of planning and force application, which
meets operational objectives, with less potential for causing death or serious physical
injury than conventional police tactics /equipment.
OPS -15.2
111. DEFINITIONS
A. Iowa Code, Chapter 704.2 defines less lethal munitions as: "projectiles which
are designed to stun, temporarily Incapacitate, or cause temporary discomfort
to a person without penetrating the person's body."
B. Kinetic Energy Impact Projectiles - Flexible or non - flexible projectiles (E.g.
"beanbags "), which are Intended to incapacitate a subject with minimal
potential for causing death or serious physical Injury, when compared to
"conventional" rounds.
IV. PROCEDURES FOR USE
Less Lethal Extended Range Impact Weapons
Kinetic nerg
ey impact projectiles will be evaluated for use on the following
criteria:
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A. Accuracy `
1. This is the primary consideration, since proper shot plaoetent'- 'dreatiy .j
assists in controlling the other two evaluation criteria. �., :..,
2. This will be evaluated based on the anticipated ranges of deploymq,�t.
3. The minimal standard of accuracy of such a round Is: ;; = =' y
a. 12 - Inch group at 15 yards for the 12 -gauge system. TheCgjolko sh ll
consist of 3 rounds.
B. Effectiveness
1. This is the potential for the round to cause Incapacitation and reduce the
subject's ability to continue their Inappropriate behavior.
2. The level of energy necessary to cause incapacitation creates the
potential for Injury, but when properly deployed, use should result in a low
probability for causing serious physical Injury or death.
C. Potential for causing death or serious physical Injury
1. The potential for causing death or serious physical injury with such
projectiles Is a reality. This potential is greatly reduced when Impacts to
the head, neck and chest are avoided, and when appropriate medical
examination is provided In cases where the subject is struck in an area
that might conceal a closed Injury. (Including such areas as the chest,
back, thoracic and abdominal cavities and groin)
2. When engaging a subject, the officer shall evaluate the effectiveness of
each round after each shot. Compliance and /or Incapacitation are the
desired goal, and alternative target areas /response should be considered
when rounds are not effective. Alternative target area /response
considerations will be based - on the circumstances the officer Is
encountering.
OPS -9 6.3
TARGET AREAS
A. Less Lethal projectiles shall be delivered to suspect target areas based on
the circumstances of the situation and the level of force authorized. The
deployment of less lethal projectiles shall be in conformance with
departmental training guidelines pertaining to recommended target areas.
B. Head /Neck and Chest - Intentional Impacts to these areas should be avoided
unless the use of deadly force is justified, necessary and appropriate.
USE OF FORCE CONTINUUM
The Iowa City Police Department recognizes five levels of force In the adopted
Use of Force model. The use of less lethal impact projectiles are considered a
level IV response (subject is assaultive), when deployed to areas of the subjects
body that are considered unlikely to cause serious physical Injury. In addition,
less lethal projectiles may be used when a person is threatening death or serious
Injury to themselves. The use of these projectiles Is recognized as a level V,
Deadly Force, if Intentionally deployed or directed at the head or neck.
When assessing the appropriate use of force level, prior to the transition to less
lethal projectiles, the officer shall consider in addition to other factors:
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A. The level of force being confronted. C)
B. The proximity /access of the subject to the officer or others.
DEPLOYMENT TECHNIQUES iit.a UJ
Weapons used for the deployment of less lethal munitions shall be dedic. ted for
that purpose. These weapons shall be clearly marked. The use of other than
less lethal rounds in these weapons is prohibited unless necessary to protect the
life of the public or officer.
When deploying less lethal munitions, the following procedures should be
adhered to:
A. Less lethal munitions should not be used at a distance of less than 16 feet (6
yards) from the target. With this in mind, the greater the distance, the less
the accuracy.
B. When practical, other officers involved In an incident In which less lethal
munitions are deployed should be advised of the deployment prior to the
discharge of the weapon.
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C. During the deployment of less lethal munitions, the officer in charge of the
Incident should constantly evaluate the option selected against changing
circumstances.
D. When practical, multiple tactics should be used to overwhelm the suspect.
Le. less lethal may be used in conjunction with a distraction device or
chemical agent.
E. A weapon loaded with less lethal munitions shall be treated with the same
care and caution as weapons loaded with "lethal" munitions.
F. Less lethal projectiles should not be employed without a cover officer with
lethal munitions being assigned as a escort. If it Is believed the subject is
carrying a firearm, less lethal shall not be deployed without the use of a cover
officer with lethal munitions.
Officers shall only deploy those less lethal munitions which are provided by the
department.
The deployment of less lethal munitions shall only be performed by_those- dfficers
trained and showing proficiency in their deployment.
HANDLING OF INJURED SUBJECTS
Suspects who are struck by less lethal projectiles shall be ' $6t ured and --�
transported to a medical facility for examination and treatment.
If a projectile strikes a bystander, medical personnel shall be summoned-; to the
scene, and the subject shall be encouraged to seek examination at a medical
facility.
REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION
Officers shall complete a departmental Use of Force Report, in addition to any
other applicable reporting requirements, after deploying less lethal projectiles.
This Includes those situations where the weapon Is removed from the vehicle
and not discharged.
An Investigation shall be conducted Into any situation involving the firing of a less
lethal projectile at a suspect. The Investigation shall comply with departmental
reporting directives contained in General Order 99 -05, Use of Force.
TRAINING
Officers shall be provided training in the use and deployment of the departmental
less lethal munitions prior to being allowed to deploy the weapons. On an annual
basis, officers will receive refresher training In the use and deployment of less
lethal munitions.
Samuel liargadl6ahlef of Police
WARNING
This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil
proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher
legal standard of safety or care In an evidentiary sense with respect to third -party
claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental
administrative sanctions.
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Original Date of Issue General Order Number
October 4, 2000 00 -08
Effective Date of Reissue Section Code
April 10, 2012 1 SER -05
Reevaluation Date Amends / Cancels
May 2014
C.A.L.E.A. 1.2.21 Reference
1.3.4,1.3.9 -11, 22.2.7, 33.1.5, 33.4.1 Use of Force/ Training
INDEX AS:
Firearms
Munitions
Off -duty weapons
Weapons
Special Response Team
Use of Force
Less Lethal
Training
Field Training
Conducted Energy Devices
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I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this order is to identify those positions responsible for training officers in
the use of various types of weapons and the minimurn requirements for officers to carry
certain weapons. In addition this order identifies minimum specifications handguns and
munitions must meet to be authorized by the Iowa City Police Department.
II. POLICY
It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department to equip its officers with weapons and
ammunition which are safe and reliable. Members of the Department shall only use
weapons and ammunition authorized by the Department in the performance of their
duties. It also the policy of the Department to require officers to demonstrate at least
annually, proficiency In the use of all firearms, and intermediate weapons utilized under
color of official duty. The Iowa City Police Department recognizes that combative,
armed and /or violent subjects create handling and control problems requiring special
training and equipment.
SER -06.2
M. DEFINITIONS
Lead Range Officer - A sworn member who has received specialized training in the
Instruction of firearms training and activities (firearms Instructor school). The Lead
Range Officer shall be responsible for the development and coordination of firearms
training, courses of fire, recommendations for firearms, targets, range safety issues and
all supplies needed for the operation of the firing range and duty use. The Lead Range
Officer shall ensure that firearm maintenance and repair Issues are referred to an
armorer.
Range Instructor - A member who has received specialized training in the Instruction of
firearms training and activities (firearms instructor school) and recommended by the
Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and approved by the Chief of Police or designee.
Range Instructors assist the Lead Range Officer in the development and coordination of
firearms training, courses of fire, targets, range safety issues and all supplies needed
for the operation of the firing range and duty use.
Armorer - A member who has received specialized training to provide firearms
manufacturer's authorized maintenance and repair for authorized firearms. The armorer
must be recommended by the Lead Range Officer, Training Officer and approved by the
Chief of Police or designee. The written approval shall specify which firearms the
armorer is authorized to maintain and repair.
Departmental issued handgun - Handgun issued to the officer by the department and
which the officer shall carry when on duty. Any exceptions require the approval of the
Chief of Police or designee.
Department issued shotgun - Shotgun provided by the department for deployment In
tactical situations.
"Less Lethal" Shotgun - A clearly marked, department issued shotgun specifically for the
deploymentluse of "less lethal" munitions (e.g. bean socks and conductive energy
munitions). Less lethal shotguns are the only authorized methods of delivery for these
types of shotgun -fired munitions. Less lethal shotguns shall not be used -. to f &.6adition
shotgun ammunition (shot, buckshot, or slugs).
Long -gun - Any firearm other than a handgun. Includes all shotguns odd riven
regardless of applications ) f
Authorized Automatic Weapon -Any department issued automatic wei pt � wf►1ch the'
officer has met approved levels of proficiency in firearms qualification tralhIng.
Projectile Launcher - Any department Issued launcher with which the officer has met
approved levels of proficiency In firearms or less lethal qualification training.
Less Lethal Philosophy - A concept of planning and force application, which meets
operational objectives, with less potential for causing death or serious Injury than
conventional police tactics.
SER -06.3
Subject - The person who is the focus of the police operation.
Official color of duty - Any action taken by a sworn officer whether on or off duty
pursuant to his/her status or authority as a police officer and within the scope of their
duties.
Defensive Tactics Instructor - Sworn officer who ties received specialized training in the
Instruction of defensive tactics.
Baton Instructor - Sworn officer who has received specialized training in the Instruction
of department issued impact weapons.
Less Lethal Munitions Instructor - Sworn officer who has received specialized training in
the instruction of department issued less lethal munitions.
Department issued Impact weapons - The department issued impact weapons will
consist of the collapsible straight baton or the 36" straight baton. Any deviation shall be
approved by the Chief of Police or designee.
Personally owned weapons - Any weapons not purchased and owned by the
department, Personally owned weapons shall not be worn or carried on duty as a
primary weapon,
Conducted Energy Device Instructor — Sworn officer who has received specialized
training in the instruction of department issued conducted energy devices.
IV. PROCEDURES
A. GENERAL FIREARMS REQUIREMENTS
1. All on -duty sworn personnel, whether in uniform or non - uniform, shall be
armed with a departmentally Issued duty handgun.
a. Exceptions -
i. Officers operating in a status where possession of �a) firearm would
endanger the officer or the operation In which they are`paaIi#atIAW
ii. Where there is a need to or requirement that officers secure their
weapon prior to entering a secured area. i :'. courtroom,,
correctional facilities or psychiatric wings of hospitals.'
Ill. Officers with non - uniform administrative assi6ninents- while
performing that assignment.
iv. Officers on "light duty" will carry weapons based on limitations as
provided by a physician.
2. Prior to initial Issuance, weapons shall be reviewed, inspected and
approved. On an on -going basis, qualified Instructors or armorers shall
conduct inspections of individual weapons. The date of the Inspection and
name of the Inspector shall be recorded and forwarded to the Lead Range
Officer, Training Officer or SRT supervisor, as appropriate,
a. if a weapon is determined to be unsafe, the Instructor or armorer shall
remove it from use pending repair, record the malfunction, cause repair
SER -06.4
to be made, and provide a replacement to the employee as soon as
practical.
3. Non - uniformed on -duty officers carrying a firearm In an unconcealed
manner must be readily identifiable as a police officer by wearing their
badge adjacent to the weapon.
4. Whether on or off -duty, officers shall carry their police Identification while
armed.
a. Exceptions
1. When participating in recreational shooting events.
11. When the possession of police Identification would endanger the
officer, or operation in which he /she Is participating.
Ili. When in the department Issued uniform, the uniform may serve as
police identification.
6. The carrying of a handgun while off -duty shall be at the discretion of the
officer. If the officer elects to carry a Department approved handgun off -
duty, it shall be concealed from public view. An officer electing not to
carry a handgun while off -duty shall not be subject to disciplinary action if
an occasion should arise in which they could have taken police action
were they armed.
6. Officers may carry a personal backup firearm while on duty provided the
following requirements are met:
a. The weapon meets the specifications for approved off -duty carry.
b. The officer shall qualify with the weapon on at least an annual basis or
as determined by the Lead Range Instructor.
c. The officer's Watch Commander shall be advised of the make, model
and serial number of the approved weapon.
d. On an annual basis the weapon shall be Inspected by a departmental
armorer or firearm instructor.
e. The weapon shall not be carried as the officer's primary weapon.
f. The weapon shall not be modified after it has been approved without
notification and approval of the Lead Range Instructor.
g. If the weapon is discharged In the line of duty it shall be Immediately
surrendered to the on -duty watch supervisor.
h. The Officer recognizes that the Department or City of Iowa City will in
no way be liable for the damage, theft or loss of the personal weapon.
1. The weapon shall only be loaded with ammunition approved by the
Commanding Officer Field Operations when carried on duty.
7. All sworn officers shall be armed with a Department appMyod Nndgu _
while operating any marked police vehicle. ? �; N i >•�
8. Department issued firearms shall only be used for departmental duties.
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9. All officers must meet approved
qualification training as set forth by the
Chief of Police
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levels of proficiency in firearms
Range Officer and approved by the
10. While on -duty, officers shall carry their handgun fully loaded. (I.e. full
chamber and magazines for semi -auto handguns and full cylinder for
revolvers.)
11. Long -guns will be carried with the magazine loaded and the chamber
empty, unless being used by the officer. Officers shall, as soon as
practical, notify a supervisor of any long -gun deployment (i.e. removal of
long -gun from vehicle /case at a call -for service).
12. Only magazines authorized by the department may be used in a firearm.
13. Officers are responsible for the safekeeping and security of all department
authorized firearms in their custody.
14. When loading or unloading a firearm in the Police Department, the
unloading / loading shall occur using the bullet trap provided by the
department.
16.All department issued firearms shall be stored, handled, and / or
maintained in such a manner as to prevent the firearm from an unintended
discharge.
16.All department authorized weapons shall be stored consistent with Iowa
Code Chapter 724.22 (7).
a. it shall be unlawful for any person to store or leave a loaded firearm
which Is not secured by a trigger lock mechanism, placed in a securely
locked box or container, or placed in some other location which a
reasonable person would believe to be secure from a minor under the
age of fourteen years, if such person knows or has reason to believe
that a minor under the age of fourteen years is likely to gain access to
the firearm without the lawful permission of the minor's parent,
guardian, or person having charge of the minor, the minor lawfully
gains access to the firearm without the consent of the minor's parent,
guardian, or person having charge of the minor, and the minor exhibits
the firearm in a public place in an unlawful manner, or uses the firearm
unlawfully to cause Injury or death to a person. This subsection does
not apply if the minor obtains the firearm as a result of an ,,unlawful
entry by any person. A violation of this subsection ist punishable as a
serious misdemeanor.
17. Officers shall not carry any firearm under the following cirQtimstances:1
a. The officer is on suspension or is directed not to do so'by the,Chlof "of
Police.
b. The officer has not successfully met proficiency and qualification levels
as set forth by the Department.
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c. While under the influence of alcoholic beverages or medications that
impair physical or mental ability.
16. Probationary officers shall carry weapons as directed by Field Training
protocols.
D. DISPLAY OF FIREARMS
1. Except for general maintenance, supervisory inspections, storage or
authorized training, officers shall not draw or exhibit firearms unless
circumstances create a reasonable suspicion that it may be necessary to
lawfully use the weapon in conformance with departmental directives.
2. Unless specifically designed to be carried in this fashion, at no time shall a
firearm be carried or placed in a cocked condition, except for a second or
subsequent shot of a semi -auto firearm.
3. Department owned firearms shall not be carried or utilized for any non -law
enforcement activity without the express written permission of the Chief of
Police or designee.
4. No officer shall display or provide any weapon to a citizen to inspect,
examine or otherwise handle unless authorized by the Chief of Police or
designee.
C. AUTHORIZED WEAPONS
1. On -duty handgun, uniform duty
a. An approved on -duty handgun for uniform duty is any department
issued handgun as approved by the Chief of Police.
b. Specifications
1. Upon the effective date of this order, newly authorized 'handguns
must be double- action only or decoct( only models: Single- action
handguns are not authorized. ;
ii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory trigger pull ,weight not less
than five (5) pounds. '
Iii. Darrel length: not less than 3.5 Inches and not more kan 6. ihche's`.
Iv. Ammunition capacity: six (6) rounds minimum.
v. Handguns shall be carried in department authorized.holster&
2. On -duty handgun, non - uniform duty
a. An approved on -duty handgun for non- uniform duty is any department
Issued or personally owned departmentally approved handgun.
b. Specifications
I. Upon effective date of this order, newly authorized handguns must
be double- action only or decock only models. Single action
handguns are not authorized.
Ii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory trigger pull weight not less
than five (5) pounds.
Ill. Darrel length: not less than 3 inches and not more than 6 inches.
Iv. Ammunition capacity: six round minimum.
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v. Handguns shall be carried In department authorized holsters unless
authorized by the Commander of Field Operations.
a) Exceptions: Undercover officers or officers assigned to plain
clothes duty shall wear a holster or otherwise safely secure their
weapon.
3. Off -duty Handguns
a. An approved off -duty handgun Is any department issued handgun or
personally owned handgun meeting the following requirements.
I. Criteria for personally owned, off -duty handguns
a) .380 ACP or larger
b) .45 ACP or smaller
c) Annually inspected by a departmental armorer or firearms
instructor.
li. Upon effective date of this order, newly authorized revolvers
must be double action. Single action only revolvers are prohibited.
Semi- automatics shall be carried according to manufacturer
specifications. Semi -autos which are carried with the hammer in
the rearward position shall be "cocked and locked" (hammer back
and safety on) and carried in an approved holster. Holsters shall
be approved by the Lead Range Officer or Chief of Police.
iii. Minimum trigger pull weight: Factory pull weight not less than
five (6) pounds.
IV. Ammunition Capacity: five (6) round minimum.
V. The handgun shall be concealed (This does not Include
transportation of the weapon to and from the officer's residence and
the PD) and carried In a secure and safe manner.
vi. Off duty weapons may be worn while attending court (with
judge's approval) if the officer is in plain clothes and the weapon is
concealed.
4. Authorized Automatic Weapons
a. Specified Special Response Team (SRT) personnel may be authorized
to carry a department Issued automatic weapon. The member shall
demonstrate proficiency for qualification as set fort) , by the range
officer and approved by the Chief of Police.
5. Authorized Shotgun
a. An approved shotgun Is any department issued shotgun.
6. Authorized Rifle
a. Specified SRT personnel and Patrol Rifle Operators may be authorized
to carry a department issued rifle. The member shall demonstrate
proficiency for qualification as set forth by the range officer and
approved by the Chief of Police.
7. Authorized Projectile Launcher
SER -05.8
a. All officers who are assigned special weapons and ammunition shall
successfully complete the applicable qualification courses and training
provided by the firearms or less lethal Instructor.
8. Firearms Records
a. A Department Armorer or Lead Range Officer may authorize an
approved type firearm (Le. meets departmental specifications). The
approving authority shall record the following information and forward It
to the Lead Range Officer:
1. Initial date of service
11. Description
iii. Manufacturer and Caliber
Iv. Serial number
v. Repair, service and modification history
A. Officer and date approved
Al. Proficiency qualification scores and dates.
a. Proficiency qualification scores /dates shall be forwarded to
the Training Unit and be entered in the Departments records
management system.
b. The Lead Range Officer shall maintain a record for each firearm
approved by the Department for use under official color of duty, and
shall, at a minimum Include the aforementioned information.
c. A copy of the firearm record shall be provided to the Commander of
Field Operations and be entered in the Departments records
management system.
9. Firearms Modifications and Repairs
a. All department issued and department approved personally owned
firearms shall not be modified from the manufacturer's specifications,
except under the following circumstances:
1. All modifications or repairs shall be conducted by the manufacturer,
manufacturer authorized service center, or department approved
armorer.
Exception: Officers may personally Install a slip -on grip on their
department issued or personally owned handgun. All Qther grip
changes or modifications shall be conducted per section L;above.
It. The Lead Range Officer shall be notified in:,-;writinq of—gal
modifications or repairs and shall enter the modific tl&ps :or repalrb
in the Departments record management system. � 4cumenteltlbh
shall be kept on file with the Lead Range Officer.
10. Firearms Maintenance
a. Officers shall maintain all firearms Issued to them, or approved for use
by the Department, in proper working order. Officers shall not
disassemble any Department Issued firearm beyond field stripping, as
per the manufacturer recommendations for proper maintenance and
cleaning. All other disassembly shall be conducted by the
manufacturer, manufacturer authorized center, or department
approved armorer.
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b. Each repair or service transaction shall be documented and recorded
as required In section 9. Ii. above.
11.Ammunition
a. Officers shall carry all department issued firearms or personally owned
firearms approved for duty use loaded with department approved
ammunition. This ammunition shall not be modified In any way.
b. The Lead Range Officer shall be responsible for issuing all duty and
training ammunition for all officers of the Department.
1. All ammunition shall be produced by a major commercial
manufacturer of such product.
II. All issued duty ammunition shall be rotated at least on an annual
basis.
iii. All Issued duty and training ammunition shall be approved by the
Chief of Police or designee.
Iv. All ammunition carried in a department approved, personally
owned, off -duty firearm shall be approved by the Chief of Police or
designee.
12. Firearms Proficiency, Training and Testing
Courses of fire and tests designed to require the officer demonstrate
accuracy, safety, functionality and maintenance of the firearms the
officer carries or uses and knowledge of laws and departmental
regulations concerning the use of force and weapons shall be required
on an annual basis.
a. All persons utilizing range facilities shall follow the direction of
the Lead Range Officer /Range Instructor at all times.
b. Courses of fire will be designed by firearms training personnel to
Include scores, target types, timing distance and practical
conditions that meet the needs of the department.
c. Scores will be documented as either pass /fail, or in annual
firearms qualification courses, as a numerical score with a
minimum of 80% required to pass and qualify.
d. Proficiency tests will Include demonstrated ability of the officer
to accomplish the following: drawing, holstering, clearing
stoppages, loading, unloading, and safe handling of the firearm
as designated by the training staff. ;
e. Target types will consist of, but not be limited to the following:
1. Paper targets with printed design to represent areas to hit
and be used in scoring accuracy.
H. Steel targets that present Instant feedback toi the 8fftcer`on
accuracy.
Ili. Shoot/don't shoot targets that represent the .read: for' an
officer to react appropriately.
f. Successful completion of a transitional training "course
conducted by the firearms training staff is required by any officer
who changes from primary handgun of one design to a handgun
of another design, prior to being approved to carry the new
handgun.
SER -05.10
g. Annual handgun proficiency qualification requirements shall
consist of successful completion of two courses consistent with
ILEA for each issued handgun.
h. All officers who are assigned special weapons and ammunition
shall successfully complete qualification courses and training
designed by the firearms training staff and those In charge of
the affected units on an annual basis.
1. Remedial training shall be required of-those officers who fall to
achieve the minimum scores or levels of proficiency that are
required by the Department.
1. Remedial training shall continue until the officer meets the
standard, or upon a third failed attempt to qualify, the
Firearms Instructor shall notify the officer's supervisor,
Commander of Field Operations and Chief of Police.
ii. Failure to meet the standard will result in Immediate
notification to the Commander of Field Operations and the
Training Officer and may result in temporary reassignment to
administrative duties that do not require the use of a firearm.
This may continue until the standard Is met, but will not
exceed five (5) duty days without administrative review.
ill. Continued failure to meet the standard may result in
administrative action being taken against the officer.
J. The Range Officer or Lead Range Instructor conducting the
firearms training shall complete records documenting all
firearms training for each officer. These records shall be
retained by the Training Unit.
k. All firearm Instruction, training and quailfkfation shall be
provided by a certified Instructor.
13. Less Lethal Impact Projectiles : --W)
a. There are many projectiles considered "less lethal ". Ttte;primvy typlab
used by the Iowa City Police Department are:
1. "Bean sock" round -12 gauge
11. Non - flexible - 37mm round
b. Only rounds purchased by the department may be used during a
deployment. Deployment shall be consistent with departmental
directives on the Use of Force and the deployment of Less Lethal
munitions.
c. All 37mm less lethal munitions and delivery systems will be maintained
by the SRT. This system will only be deployed by department
members who have been trained and qualified in Its use.
d. Targeted subjects who have been struck by either of these projectiles
shall be secured and transported to a medical facility for examination.
e. Bystanders who are struck by less lethal munitions shall be
encouraged to seek medical attention at a medical facility.
f. Only those persons trained and qualifying with the device may deploy
the device.
14. Impact Weapons
SER -05.11
Training will be designed to require the officer to demonstrate
proficiency with the types of impact weapons carried and knowledge of
the laws and directives concerning the use of impact weapons. When
used as an Impact tool, they are considered a level four use of force.
Officers shall only carry Impact weapons that are Issued by the
department.
a. All officers will complete a basic course of instruction in the proper
use and skill development of each type of approved Impact
weapon, prior to being authorized to carry such weapons on duty.
b. Officers will complete annual in- service training in the use of Impact
weapons.
c. All in- service training shall be approved by the training unit prior to
Implementation.
d. Remedial training will be required of those officers who fail to
achieve the minimum levels of proficiency that are required by the
Department.
f. If the officer fails to meet the standard, the Baton Instructor shall
Inform the officer's supervisor and Commanding Officer Field
Operations.
Ii. Continued failure to meet the minimum standard may result in
administrative action against the officer.
15. Chemical Agents
Chemical Agents will be available and may be used to Incapacitate
subjects when lower levels of force would have been inappropriate or
have failed In the control or dispersal of these subjects.
a. Uniformed and non - uniformed personnel will be limited to the
use of Pepper Spray unless additional specialized training is
received In the use of other chemical agents.
b. The deployment of Chemical Agents other than the use of
pepper spray must be authorized by the Commander of Field
Operations or designee. Examples of other ag�ots and
deployment methods Include but are not limited to:
1, 12 Gauge chemical munitions
Ii. 37 mm chemical munitions
Ill. Foggers �e+�
Iv. PepperBail Systems
16. Conducted Energy Devices L-
Training will require the officer to demonstrate proficiency with-the use
of conducted energy devices carried and knowledge of the laws and
directives concerning the deployment of such weapons. Officers shall
only carry conducted energy devices that are Issued by the
department.
a. Officers will complete a basic course of instruction regarding
conducted energy devices prior to being authorized to carry
such weapons on duty.
b. Officers will complete annual training in the use of conducted
energy devices taught by a certified Instructor.
SER -08.92
c. All in- service training shall be approved by the training unit prior
to Implementation.
d. Remedial training will be required of those officers who fall to
achieve the minimum levels of proficiency that are required by
the department.
17. Distraction Devices
The use of distraction devices is limited to the SRT and may only be
deployed by personnel who have received training in their use and
deployment.
IB. Less Lethal /intermediate Impact Weapons Records
The office responsible for Quartermaster function Is responsible for
maintaining a record for each issued weapon other than firearms. The
Commander of Field Operations is responsible for maintaining a record
of each special weapon (firearm, less lethal, delivery device, etc.)
maintained in that unit.
a. The record shall include; Ej
1. Type of weapon /munitions - -=
H. Manufacturer
III. Model number if any
Iv. Serial number If any t
v. Number of units (munitions)
vi. Address and location of storage ;-
vii. Name of personnel Issued to.
b. All weapons shall be inspected and found acceptable for use by the
unit supervisor prior to deployment.
19. Proficiency Records
At least annually, each employee shall receive in- service training on
the Departmental Use of Force policy and demonstrate proficiency with
each approved less lethal weapon that the officer is authorized to use.
a. Such training shall be provided by a certified instructor.
b. Proficiency training records shall include results from tests or
demonstrations, dates, and rosters of attending officers. These
records shall be maintained by the Training Unit.
c. Remedial training shall be scheduled for employees who are
unable to qualify with an authorized weapon. The weapons system
Instructor shall notify the immediate supervisor, the Training Officer
and the Commander of Field Operations of the employee's
remedial training status.
1. Until the employee achieves full certification, s(he) will not be
permitted to operate the specific weapons system other than in
a training environment.
SER -05.13
WARNING
This directive Is for departmental use only and does not apply In any criminal or civil
proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher
legal standard of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to third - party'.
claims. Violations of this directive, will only form the basis for departmental
administrative sanctions.
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OPS -22.1
CJI,�II (I C(G: "II D
Original Date of Issue General Order Number
July 2, 2006 00 -01
Effective Date of Reissue Section Code
April 10, 2012 1 OPS -22
Reevaluation Date Amends / Cancels
May 2013
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C.A.L,E,A. 1.3.1, 1.3.4, 1.3.5, 1.3.6 Reference
1.3.7, 1.3.9, 1.3.10, 1.3.11, 1.3.12 Use of Force
R.;
INDEX AS:
Use of Force
Less Lethal
Weapons
I. PURPOSE
The purpose of this order is to establish procedures for the deployment and use of a
conducted energy devices commonly known as the "TASER& and the "XREP ®",
II. POLICY
It is the policy of the Iowa City Police Department that officers shall use the least
amount of force necessary to accomplish their lawful objectives while safeguarding their
own lives and the lives of others. Consistent with this policy, the Department authorizes
the use of conducted energy devices by officers certified in their use as an
Incapacitating weapon to: control a subject exhibiting active aggression when an officer
reasonably believes that his /her life is in danger; effect a lawful arrest, or to otherwise
control a combative, uncooperative person when verbal commands and persuasion
have been ineffective in Inducing cooperation; or to prevent a subject from harming
himself /herself or others. A conducted energy device Is never to be used on a passive
subject, or as a pain - inflicting device to ensure compliance or punitively for purposes of
coercion, or in an unjustified manner.
OPS -22.2
DEFINITIONS
Conducted Energy Device (CED) — A weapon primarily designed to disrupt a subject's
central nervous system by means of deploying electrical energy sufficient to cause
uncontrolled muscle contractions and override an individual's voluntary motor
responses. The device fires probes or a projectile with barbed electrodes. The
probes /electrodes are connected to the CED's battery by a high- voltage insulated wire.
Electrical pulses are sent along the wires to the probes /electrodes with the Intended
effect being to temporarily Incapacitate the targeted subject.
After Firing Identification Dots (AFID) — Small identification tags ejected from the
cartridge when the Taser® is fired. The AFID's have the Individual unit's serial number
printed on them which identifies which unit was fired.
Gas Cartridge — The replaceable cartridge which contains and fires the electrical
probes. The Gas Cartridge has an expiration date and ejects AFID tags when fired. The
Gas Cartridge has two probes on the front allowing it to be used as a contact device.
When the Gas Cartridge is removed the device can also be used as a contact Electro-
Muscular Disruption device.
Probes /Electrodes — Barbed projectiles that are fired from a conducted energy device
and penetrate the skin; wires are attached to the probes /electrodes leading back to the
CED.
XREP (EXtended Range j_lectronic Projectile) — A self - contained conductive, energy
device that that can be fired from a from a 12 -gauge shotgun. The projectile; includes
barbed electrodes and the battery of the device. -
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IV. PROCEDURES
A. DEPLOYMENT OF CONDUCTED ENERGY DEVICES
1. A conducted energy device should not be pointed at any Individual unless
the officer reasonably believes it will be necessary to use the device.
2. For maximum effect, a conducted energy device should be fired at center
body mass. The head, face, breast or genitalia should be avoided if
possible.
When deploying a conducted energy device, officers should under normal
circumstances use it for one standard cycle /application and then evaluate
the situation while using verbal commands. Should an aggressive subject
not comply with the commands of the deploying officer, he /she may
deliver a subsequent application as reasonably necessary and re- evaluate
the situation before delivering a another cycle. Alternate methods to
subdue the subject should be considered.
OPS -22.3
4. When possible, an officer who deploys a conducted energy device will
give a verbal warning prior to deployment, unless to do so would place
any other person at risk. This verbal warning will fulfill these purposes:
a. give an aggressive subject a final warning that his/her actions
are dictating use of the device
b. warn other officers and bystanders that the conducted energy
device Is about to be deployed.
6. The deploying officer will then direct the actions of any assisting officers)
on the scene in handcuffing the subject. The conducted energy device will
not deliver its charge to a second person unless that person places his /her
hand or a body part in between the two probes. The conducted energy
device should not be used on handcuffed subjects unless they are actively
resisting or exhibiting active aggression and other control options would
place the officer or others in imminent danger.
6. Assisting officers shall approach the subject with caution so as not to
break the wires connecting the probes to the conducted energy device.
7. Following a conducted energy device deployment, officers shall use a
restraint technique that does not Impair respiration.
8. The conducted energy device "probe mode" should be the primary setting
option with the "drive stun" mode generally used as a secondary opl(on.
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9. A supervisor shall respond to all incident scenes where Mqcd6uctedl
energy device has been discharged and conduct an initie(P- vier of t
deployment. '"' e:.
B. SITUATIONS WHERE CONDUCTED ENERGY DEVICES MA- If: BE UPED'
1. When an officer reasonably believes that the subject will become, or is
engaged in violence directed towards the officer or others; or the subjecfs
demeanor Indicates they will engage In active aggression and other
options would place the officer or others at risk (active aggression is a
greater standard than active resistance). In addition, conductive energy
devices may be used when a person is threatening death or serious Injury
to themselves. As with all use of force incidents; the decision to use a
particular tool or technique will be evaluated in conjunction with General
Order 99 -06, Use of Force.
2. To stop a dangerous animal.
C. SITUATIONS WHERE CONDUCTED ENERGY DEVICES SHALL NOT BE
USED UNLESS DEADLY FORCE IS APPROPRIATE
OPS -22.4
1. Near flammable liquids, gases, blasting materials or any other highly
combustible materials which may be Ignited by the use of the device,
including potential rnethamphetamine labs or subjects contaminated with
such materials.
2. When it is reasonable to believe that incapacitation of the subject may
result in serious Injury or death. (i.e. falls, etc.)
D. SITUATIONS WHERE CONDUCTED ENERGY DEVICES SHOULD BE
AVOIDED
Although not strictly prohibited, officers should give additional
consideration to the unique circumstances involved prior to applying a
conducted energy device in any of the following situations. There must be
compelling reasons for deployment which can be clearly articulated.
1. When the officer cannot approach the subject within Its effective range.
2. On persons in wheelchairs.
3. To control persons in operation of a vehicle.
3. On elderly persons.
4. On women known to be pregnant.
5. On persons with known heart problems.
7. On persons with an apparent debilitating illness or who are visibly frail.
8. On young children or those under 80 pounds.
9. On individuals with known neuromuscular disorders such as .multiple
sclerosis, muscular dystrophy or epilepsy.
E. POST DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURES
1. XREP casings and projectiles, probes, AFIDs, and cartridge packs used
against individuals will be recovered and submitted as evidence.
2. Skin Penetrating Probes:
a. Officers should remove the probes /electrodes as trained and
Inspect them to ensure the entire probe /electrode has been
rernoved. Removal of broken probes /electrodes should be
done by medical personnel.
OPS -22.6
b. in the event that a probe /electrode is broken off in the skin or
the probe /electrode is not fully Intact, the subject will be
transported to a hospital.
c. Only hospital personnel are to remove probes /electrodes
embedded In sensitive tissue areas such as the head, neck,
throat, face, genitalia or female breast.
d. Probes /electrodes will be packaged In accordance with existing
procedures for the storage and handling of bio- hazard
materials. Probes /electrodes which may be contaminated shall
be clearly Indicated as such on their package.
3. Probes /electrodes which have not penetrated skin will be packaged to
ensure the safety of persons later handling the evidence packages.
4. Packaging:
a. All probes /electrodes taken In accordance with this policy shall
be packaged in accordance with the training received
pertaining to the collection of the probes. When placed in
temporary storage, the compartment containing the
probes /electrodes should be clearly marked as containing a
potential hazard.
b. Spent cartridges and a representative AFID sample from the
spent cartridge will be packaged as evidence and may be
pieced In the same larger envelope as the spent probes.
b. if practical, photos shall be taken of probe /XREP impact areas.
F. MEDICAL. TREATMENT
Ensure the suspect's
appropriately treated by
of "excited delirium ".
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Injuries or complaints of injury'-(If any) .a
medical personnel. Monitor the Q ,ecapr signs
2. Medical treatment shall be obtained for any suspect that-- jf6t rocelved -a
conducted energy device discharge.
G. REPORTING
With the exception of training, all discharges of conducted energy devices
will be documented on a Use of Force Report.
2. Aiming the device's dot or an arc display is considered a use of force.
3. Jail staff shall be notified of Intake prisoners who have been exposed to a
conducted energy device.
OPS -22.6
4. The Commander of Administrative Services or designee shall be notified
(by e-mail) of deployments in order to download information from the
device.
H. TRAINING
Certified instructors are the only authorized persons to instruct on
conducted energy devices.
2. Only officers who have been trained by a certified instructor may employ a
conducted energy device on which they are certified. Officers are required
to be re- certified annually. Officers who fall to qualify /show proficiency will
be provided with remedial training according to the lesson plan. The
Training Sergeant will maintain records to ensure that officers receive the
training at the appropriate times.
I. MAINTENANCE
1. Testing and maintenance of conducted energy devices will be consistent
with the manufacturer's specifications and conducted by properly trained
armorers.
Officers shall check the conducted energy device at the start of their tour
of duty to ensure that the weapon has a functional charge.
3. Authorized officers will only carry a Department issued conducted energy
device.
4. 'i'he holster will be carried on the duty belt on the side opposite the duty
firearm. Non - uniformed officers will use an approved holster on the side
opposite the duty firearm.
5. Officers shall not in any way alter or modify these weapons,
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Samu I liargadine, f of Police`
WARNING
OPS -22.7
This directive is for departmental use only and does not apply in any criminal or civil
proceeding. The department policy should not be construed as a creation of a higher
legal standard . of safety or care in an evidentiary sense with respect to. third -party
claims. Violations of this directive will only form the basis for departmental
administrative sanctions.
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April 30, 2092 Mfg Packet
PCRB COMPLAINT DEADLINES
PCRB Complaint #12 -01
Filed: 04/09/12
Chief's Report due (90days): 07/09/12
Chief's Report filed: ? ?/ ? ?/12
PCRB Mtg #1 (Review & Assign) ? ?/ ? ?/12
PCRB Mtg #2 (Review) ? ?/ ??/12
PCRB Report due (45days): ? ?/ ? ?/12
PCRB MEETING SCHEDULE
May 9, 2012 — Community Forum
June 12, 2012
July 10, 2012
August 14, 2012
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
OFFICE CONTACTS
March 2012
Date Description
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K®Ille Tuttle
From: Sam Hargadine
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2012 3:68 PM
To: 'Julie- jones@ulowa.edu'
Ca Kettle Tuttle
Subject: RE: question for police citizens review board
Ms. Jones,
This is a jurisdictional question that the PCRB would forward on to the police department anyway so I'll take the liberty
of answering your question and hopefully cutting down the time It would take to get your question answered.
Private property will always be the jurisdiction of the Iowa City Police Department, even on game days and even If It's a
problem associated with game day or vendors camped out on someone's private lot. The non- emergency phone
number to the Joint Emergency Communications Center is 356 -6800. if it Is an emergency then dial 911 and you will be
directly routed to the JECC dispatcher. The JECC is not the Iowa City Police Department, they are an Independent agency
but they should ask you enough Information to adequately determine what the problem is and who to send.
In the future, if you are given a similar run -a -round I would ask to be connected with the ICPD front desk and then ask
for the Watch Commander. If the Watch Commander is unavailable then ask to leave a message and they should call
you back. Depending on where the problem Is an exact address should let a dispatcher know which jurisdiction to
send. Absent an exact address then a dispatcher would have to guess and sometimes they guess wrong.
I hope this helps.
Samad E Nxxgadure
Chief of Police
Iowa City Police Department
410 E. Washington St.
Iowa City, IA 52240 -1826
From: Kellle Tuttle
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 20121:42 PM
To: 'Jones, Julie K'
Cc: Sam Hargadine
Subject: RE: question for police citizens review board
Julie,
The Police Citizens Review Board reviews investigations into claims of inappropriate conduct by sworn Iowa
City police officers; and also reviews the police policies, procedures, and practices, and may recommend
modification's to them.
I am forwarding your question to Police Chief Hargadine of the ICPD to respond to your concerns.
Thank you,
Kellie Tuttle
City of lotua City
City Clerks Office
410 E Washington St
Iowa City, lA 52240
(319) 356 -5043
From: Jones, Julie K (mallto:julle Jones @ulowa.edu]
Sentt Tuesday, April 10, 201210:18 AM
Tot Kellie Tuttle
Subjects question for police citizens review board
Kellie,
I would like to ask a question for the review board:
We live on Melrose Circle. During UI football game days, there are occasions when we need some police assistance with
the tailgating lot behind our house. The tailgating lot's entrance is at 609 Melrose Ave. We have had difficulty knowing
who to call in these cases. When we call the IC police, they say It Is UI police territory. When we tali UI police, they say
It Is IC police territory. Could we get a definitive answer on who to call?
Also, once that decision Is made, could those officers please patrol that lot during football game days? There is a lot of
public urination going on through our fence even though there are several portable toilets in the lot.
Thank you,
Julie Jones
4 Melrose Circle
Iowa City, IA
319- 330.9954
The Coalition £or Racial Justice
cio 600 N Clinton Street
Iowa City, Iowa 62240
Phone:xxxx
Email: xxxxx
To: Iowa City City Councilors
Prom: Dorothy Whlston, on behalf of The Coalition for Racial Justice
CC: Iowa City Human Rights Commission, Iowa City Police Citizen Review Board
Re: Coalition for Racial Justice support for the ICHRC proposal
Date: April 16, 2012
Given the recent concerns expressed about and the press coverage related to the City's "Police Citizen Review
Board," we are writing in support of the IC Human Rights Commission's motion, passed at their March 20,
2012 meeting:
Motion that the Human Rights Commission recommends to the Iowa City City Council that a committee is
established to review the Police Citizen Review Board. That committee can be compromised of city staff
and or Commissioners and or councilors, and community members, and that It Investigates strengths and
challenges of the current model, but also takes Into consideration whether It Is the right model for the
city.
We believe that public safety will be advanced by a review of the PCRB, Including a review of Its name, Its
structure, what has been effective, and what community members have perceived as barriers to using the
PCRB as it is currently constructed. We have been particularly troubled by the treatment of PCRB member
and community leader, Royceann Porter, as told in the Board minutes and in the Press Citizen. We believe
that all members of the community will be better served, including the IC Police Department, by ensuring that
concerns about law enforcement actions are reviewed by a body external to the police department.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of assistance In the Councilors' deliberations of this
Important proposal and /or in the development of a review committee.
About The Coalition: In August 2010, the Consultation ofReliglous Coin n unties (CRC) ofJohnsmn County estabifshed the Task Torte on
Race, Poverty and PON Sq/ety hr response to numerous r epor•ls received by its aff Ilatedreliglous tenders abomtpr oblenrs faced by Africa:
Americans In Iowa Cfty. The group reorganized ht Spring 2012 acrd changed its name to The Coallllon jor Racal Justice to serve as a broader
emnnuudly coaRtlon. The Coalition is couunaled to prouolimg racial Jnstice by develophng community leaders mid supporlfng slrolegles
designed to brhW about racial equity ht our comet nrly.. Me Coahflon has taken several actions since its hrceptiorb hnchrding pluming file
"lonva City M111lon Hoodie March" on Alm ch 26, 2012, which resulted ht the wort racially diverse rally hi the history ojlowa City.
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About The Coalition: In August 2010, the Consultation ofReliglous Coin n unties (CRC) ofJohnsmn County estabifshed the Task Torte on
Race, Poverty and PON Sq/ety hr response to numerous r epor•ls received by its aff Ilatedreliglous tenders abomtpr oblenrs faced by Africa:
Americans In Iowa Cfty. The group reorganized ht Spring 2012 acrd changed its name to The Coallllon jor Racal Justice to serve as a broader
emnnuudly coaRtlon. The Coalition is couunaled to prouolimg racial Jnstice by develophng community leaders mid supporlfng slrolegles
designed to brhW about racial equity ht our comet nrly.. Me Coahflon has taken several actions since its hrceptiorb hnchrding pluming file
"lonva City M111lon Hoodie March" on Alm ch 26, 2012, which resulted ht the wort racially diverse rally hi the history ojlowa City.
Kellle Tuttle
From: Lindsay Jarrett <Ilndsay.jarratt@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, April 21, 2012 6:06 PM
To: Dorothy Whiston
Cc: royceannporter @msn.com; diane- flnnerly @ulowa.edu; imassey @co.johnson,la.us; Kelile
Tuttle; megan schwalm; Brian Morelli
Subject: Re: Press Release: Iowa City Million Hoodie Rally Marches On
Diane - Good question. He just wanted to luiow when we'd like the press release featured through their site - I
got it posted, and if some time this week works as a feature point, I'll let him know, and he'll work on putting it
in a "top spot" on the site, instead of requiring more digging for visitors to see it.
I -lope you're all having a great weekend!
- Lindsay
On Sat, Apr 21, 2012 at 12:10 PM, Dorothy Whiston <dwhistonnrnchsi.com> wrote:
I'd say sometime this week, given there are events on Sunday and next Tues. and Wed. Others' thoughts?
Pastor Dorothy Whiston, D. Min
First Baptist Church
500 N. Clinton St., Iowa City, IA 52245
319.321,7920 dwhiston .mchsi.com
- - - -- Original Message - - - --
From: "Lindsay Jarralt" <Iindsay.larrattO.Qmatl.com>
To: "Brian Morelli' <moreili.briannamail.com>
Cc: r_oyeeannporter(a2msmoom, dwhiston0mchsi.com, diane- finnerlydMulowa edu, ImasseyAcojohnson.lam , hauk
tultledlowa- dty.orn, "megan schwalm" <meoan.schwalmnyghoo.com>
Sent: Friday, April 20, 201212:42 :13 PM GMT -06:00 US /Canada Central
Subject: Re: Press Release: Iowa City Million Hoodle Rally Marches On
Great questions I am copying several of the planners in so that we can talk to Identify a best date range for featuring
this. We very much appreciate your willingness to help us get this information out.
Well be back in touch shortly.
- Lindsay
On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 6:29 PM, Brian Morelli <morelll.briannnmail.com> wrote:
Thanks. When would make most sense to feature?
Brian Morelli
On Apr 18, 2012, at 4:36 PM, Lindsay Jarrett <Iindsay.Iarratt(cZgmail.com> wrote:
Thank youl I have done just that - appreciate the guidance.
Have a great day,
Lindsay
On Wed, Apr 18, 2012 at 1:31 PM, Brian Morelli <morelll.brian(0]omail.com> wrote:
If you post this as an announcement we can feature it on Patch. Here is the link:
www.lowacity,patch,comlannouncements/ne w
Brian Morelli
On Apr 18, 2012, at 12 :49 PM, Lindsay Jarrett <lindsav,IarrattCa_gmail.com> wrote:
> Hello,
> Please see the attached press release regarding new announcements and follow -up Information from
the Iowa City "Million Hoodie Rally" which occurred on March 28, with several upcoming dates and events
for people to continue their commitment to racial Justice locally.
> Thank you,
> Lindsay Jarrett
> <PressRelease- MarchesOn.docx>
Kellie Tuttle
From: Patricia Donalds <Izabo88@gmall.com>
Sent: Monday, April 23, 201210:36 AM
To: Kellie Tuttle
Subject: police corruption
"Letters to America — Letters to the World" - htl : / /t,co/ wsBwrp
Patricia
Kellie Tuttle
From:
Charles Eastham <easlham@mchsi.com>
Sent:
Wednesday, April 26,2012 11:10 AM
To:
Kettle Tuttle
Subject:
PCRB Community Forum
Members of the Iowa City Police Citizens Review Board,
Please receive the following for the Community Forum to be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2012.
Section 8- 8 -7 -C -3 of the PCRB ordinance states, in part, that "the board shall report to the city council, from
time to time, on police practices, procedures and policies, including recommended changes, if appropriate ".
The following questions refer to this part of the ordinance.
i. Has the Board ever made any recommendations to the city council regarding changes to any police practice,
procedure, or policy? If so, what were those recommendations. They do not appear in the PCRB Annual
Reports from FY o6 to FY it.
2. Please ask each member of the Board to state what current police practices, procedures, or policies they
believe should be reviewed for recommending changes to the city council.
3. What is the process for citizens to make a request that the Board review a police practice, procedure, or
policy? Please describe exactly how the Board would respond to such a request?
Charlie Eastham
37 Cohvyn Ct.
Iowa City, IA 52245
Keliie Tuttle
From: City of Iowa City <wsbmaster@Icwa- cily.org>
Sent: Tuesday, April 10, 2012 8:34 AM
Tor Kellle Tuttle
Subject: Police Citizens Review Board Community Forum
POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
ANNUAL COMMUNITY FORUM
MAY % 2012, 7:00 PM
IOWA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY, RM A
123 South Linn Street, IC
ITEM NO. 1 CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
ITEM NO. 2 INTRODUCTION OF BOARD, OVERVIEW OF THE COMPLAINT
REVIEW PROCESS AND PURVIEW OF THE BOARD
ITEM NO.3 CONSIDER MOTION TO ACCEPT CORRESPONDENCE AND /OR
DOCUMENTS
ITEM NO.4 PUBLIC DISCUSSION WITH POLICE CITIZENS REVIEW BOARD
ITEM N0, 6 ADJOURNMENT
We invite YOU to attend a forum.
The City of Iowa City
WHEN: Wednesday, May 9, 2012
TIME: 7:00 PM
WHERE: Iowa City Public Library, Rm A
123 South Linn Street, IC
TOPIC:
The Police Citizens Review Board will be holding a Community Forum
on the Complaint Review Process and purview of the Board; and also
for the purpose of hearing Citizens' views on the policies, practices and
procedures of the Iowa City Police Department.
(Find ICPD General Orders at www.icgov.org under Police Dept)
QUESTIONS & COMMENTS:
Send your questions or comments you'd like addressed at the forum
to the following by Monday, April 30th:
Please include full name and address. (All correspondence is public)
PCRB
City of Iowa City
410 E Washington St
Iowa City, IA 52240
Or e-mail to PCRB staff:
kellie- tuttle @iowa- city.org
The Board will attempt to address all correspondence received.
The forum will be taped for rebroadcast.
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Keilie Tuttle
From: Annie Tucker <annie.h,tucker gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 30,2012 1 1:23TIM
To: Kelile Tuttle
Subject: PCRB questions
Attachments: Questions for PCRB Forum May 2012.doc
Hi Kellie,
T contacted a mumber of people for input and suggestions on questions. The questions are attached.
Thanks for your good work on this.
Annie Tucker
Questions for PCRB Forum May 2012 - Includes Input from a number of people.
1. Why and when was the PCRB founded?
2. What Is the purpose of the PCRB?
3. How many members of the PCRB are there and how are members selected?
4. Please explain what happens when someone files a complaint, step by step.
5. How many complaints have there been since the PCRB started? Of those, in how many has there been a finding of
misbehavior on the part of a police officer?
6. The current complaint process has the police chief investigate or oversee the investigation of a complaint. Some
citizens are concerned that this constitutes a conflict of Interest, or the perception of a conflict of Interest, since It could
reflect badly on the chief if an employee he supervises is found to have behaved inappropriately. What can you say
about this concern?
7. Once the complaint is flied and the Chief gets the name of the flier, is the Identity kept confidential or does it become
known by the Involved officers and /or those who are not involved in the Incident and /or the Investigation? What are
the formal policies and procedures regarding confidentiality of the identity of the person who made the complaint?
8. Do you think It Is possible that the fact that the police chief investigates the complaint is a deterrent to people who
have a complaint?
9. Do the records of the PCRB include Information on the race or socioeconomic status of the person who filed the
complaint? If yes, do you notice a pattern of any kind and what Is It?
10. Do the police personnel /officers get any training on cultural competency, racial profiling, and /or training on
systemic racial disparity in law enforcement? If so, what specifically does the training cover and how often do they
receive updated training?
11. What type of training on racial disparities and how to review complaints for racial profiling do members of the PCRB
receive?
12. Has the PCRB ever watched video or listened to audio from a police car of a specific situation related to a
complaint? Why or why not? If you have listened, who selects what you listen to /watch?
13. Do you know that sometimes the Pollce Chief has shown /played a police recording of a situation to a complaint
filer? If you are aware of this, and If the PCRB members sometimes see /hear a recording related to a case, do you know
whether the filer and the PCRB board members actually see /hear the same footage or different footage? is that
reported to you as part of the Investigation process?
14. Is the PCRB provided with a complete record of the steps in each Investigation? Do the Investigation records let you
know whether the Chief or another investigative officer had a conversation with the filer and the content of that
conversation?
15. There is always communication between the PCRB and the Chief re; every case. Does the PCRB always have direct,
face-to-face communication with every complaint filer? Why or why not?
15. Has anyone who made a complaint withdrawn it during the Investigation process? Do you know the reasons given
for that?
16. Who reviewed the questions submitted by the public and who created the answers?
f fa-A-l_eld -
Keille Tuttle
From:
Kevin Crawley
Sent:
Thursday, April 26, 20121:21 PM
To:
Kettle Tuttle
Cc:
Jerry Nixon
Subject:
PCRB Forum sequencers
Hey, Keillel
I put these up yesterday. You had asked earlier, but I found that It I start those things too early, everybody Ignores them by
the time the event rolls around.
Thanks,
Kevin
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purpose of hearing Citizen's views on tier, policies,
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QMSTIONS & COMMENTS:
gelid your CluestianS or comments you'd like
addressed at the forum to the following by
Mondry, April 30th:
PCRB
City of Iowa City Or c -mail to PCRB staff•
1 10 IP Washington St keilie- tuttle('iowa- City.org
lowa City, IA 522 0
Please include full name and address.
(All correspondence IS public..)
The forum will be taped for rebroadcast