4.116.4 DRIVING/VEHICLE PROCEDURES - ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES

Question 1

Patrol supervisors will conduct periodic spot inspections of vehicles assigned to their personnel at least ____________. Any deficiencies noted and/or corrective actions taken will be recorded in a Contact Report. This will ensure the serviceability of vehicles and equipment, and accountability of assigned items.

Answer 1

monthly

Question 2

Members _________ use their privately owned vehicle for operational law enforcement activities (i.e., serving search warrants, making arrests, transporting prisoners, etc.) without specific written authorization from their office or division commander. Members requiring a vehicle for operational law enforcement activities should utilize bureau vehicles.

Answer 2

will not

Question 3

Officers will ________ __ _____ prior to leaving their vehicle during a traffic stop and state their exact location and the license plate number of the stopped vehicle.

Answer 3

broadcast by radio

Question 4

When an officer is absent from their vehicle for any reason, with or without a portable radio, they will inform Communications;

Answer 4

1. the reason for the absence
2. where they will be located
3. how they may be contacted.