NEW ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT - New Albany, Ohio
NEW ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT - New Albany, Ohio NEW ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT - New Albany, Ohio
Notify the Dispatch Center of the anticipated stop location, license number, vehicle description, and number of occupants, if known. Signal the driver to stop by activating the emergency lights Utilize the siren or horn to gain the violator’s attention, if necessary Properly position the police vehicle so as to provide safety and cover for the officer, protection for the violator’s vehicle, and to avoid impeding other vehicular traffic The spotlight, takedown lights, and high beam headlights may be used to illuminate the violator’s vehicle in order to provide a safe environment for the officer While approaching the vehicle, check for altered license plates, a secured trunk, and conduct observations of the vehicle’s interior Approach the violator in a manner that allows the observation of any contraband or activity within the vehicle Violators who exit their vehicle should be ordered back into the driver’s seat and advised to remain there for the duration of the traffic stop unless directed to do otherwise by the officer At all times officers should be prepared to take proper evasive/defensive action should a violator fail to comply or the situation escalates B. In addition to the above guidelines, the following procedures should be utilized when stopping and approaching suspected or confirmed high risk vehicles: The officer shall immediately call for back-up and/or the Dispatch Center shall dispatch a second officer If practical, the officer initiating the stop shall wait for the back-up officer(s) before stopping/approaching the suspect vehicle If possible, high risk vehicle stops shall be planned at a location which permits maximum safety to the officers and the public The initiating officer should utilize the public address system to relay commands and instructions to the occupant(s) Occupants should be individually ordered out of the vehicle, searched, and secured 2.1.7 Officer-Violator Relations When the officer makes contact with a violator, he/she should strive to make the contact educational so as to alter the violator’s future driving behavior and leave him/her with a favorable impression of the Police Department and the officer. The following procedures should be used to minimize potential conflicts between the officer and violator and to facilitate a professional encounter: Greet the violator in a courteous manner by using the individual’s proper title and last name Be certain that the observation of the violation was accurate and without reservation Have the necessary forms and equipment available to expedite the traffic stop Inform the violator of the nature of the violation and intended enforcement action 7
Allow the violator to reasonably discuss the situation Explain the procedures for contacting the appropriate authority for disposition of citation(s) Assist the violator to reenter the traffic flow 2.1.8 Speed-Measuring Devices A. Equipment specifications for speed measuring devices shall meet or exceed National Highway Traffic Safety Administration standards. B. An officer may use a radar unit, laser unit, or the vehicle speedometer to measure the speed of a vehicle. 1. When using a cruiser mounted radar unit, an officer will use the following procedures: The radar unit will be properly installed and connected to the appropriate power supply. The radar counting unit will be placed on the dash of the police cruiser. The antenna will usually be placed in the supplied bracket and may be placed on the dash, rear deck, or vehicle windshield. The antenna may also be hand held when conducting stationary speed enforcement. At no time shall the antenna be placed in front of or on top of the counting unit or any other place where it interferes with the counting unit. Tuning forks will be stored in the appropriate pouch, if available, and secured in an accessible location. All manufacturers’ recommended practices to include light and calibration checks will be followed. These checks should be performed at the beginning and end of the operator’s tour of duty. The operator shall ensure that the vehicle speedometer is within recommended tolerances for accuracy so that comparisons may be made with the displays on the counting unit. 2. When using a handheld laser unit, an officer will use the following procedures: The manufacturer’s recommended calibration checks should be performed at the beginning and end of the officer’s tour of duty, or the checks may be done prior to use and at the end of the use of the unit. The laser unit will be connected to the appropriate power supply or auxiliary battery unit. The laser unit may be used while sitting inside or standing outside the cruiser. If standing outside of the cruiser, the officer will park in a safe manner. The laser unit may also be used to measure distances during a vehicle crash and for any other circumstances the officer may find the laser useful. 8
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Allow the violator to reasonably discuss the situation<br />
Explain the procedures for contacting the appropriate authority for disposition of<br />
citation(s)<br />
Assist the violator to reenter the traffic flow<br />
2.1.8 Speed-Measuring Devices<br />
A. Equipment specifications for speed measuring devices shall meet or exceed National<br />
Highway Traffic Safety Administration standards.<br />
B. An officer may use a radar unit, laser unit, or the vehicle speedometer to measure the<br />
speed of a vehicle.<br />
1. When using a cruiser mounted radar unit, an officer will use the following<br />
procedures:<br />
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The radar unit will be properly installed and connected to the appropriate<br />
power supply.<br />
The radar counting unit will be placed on the dash of the police cruiser.<br />
The antenna will usually be placed in the supplied bracket and may be<br />
placed on the dash, rear deck, or vehicle windshield. The antenna may also<br />
be hand held when conducting stationary speed enforcement. At no time<br />
shall the antenna be placed in front of or on top of the counting unit or any<br />
other place where it interferes with the counting unit.<br />
Tuning forks will be stored in the appropriate pouch, if available, and secured<br />
in an accessible location.<br />
All manufacturers’ recommended practices to include light and calibration<br />
checks will be followed. These checks should be performed at the beginning<br />
and end of the operator’s tour of duty.<br />
The operator shall ensure that the vehicle speedometer is within<br />
recommended tolerances for accuracy so that comparisons may be made<br />
with the displays on the counting unit.<br />
2. When using a handheld laser unit, an officer will use the following procedures:<br />
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The manufacturer’s recommended calibration checks should be performed at<br />
the beginning and end of the officer’s tour of duty, or the checks may be<br />
done prior to use and at the end of the use of the unit.<br />
The laser unit will be connected to the appropriate power supply or auxiliary<br />
battery unit.<br />
The laser unit may be used while sitting inside or standing outside the<br />
cruiser. If standing outside of the cruiser, the officer will park in a safe<br />
manner.<br />
The laser unit may also be used to measure distances during a vehicle crash<br />
and for any other circumstances the officer may find the laser useful.<br />
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