Transporting prisoners policy

Question 1

It is the police of the department that the transportation of prisoners will be performed with the safety of ________, _________, and ________ being of primary importance at all times.

Answer 1

• the officer,
• the prisoner,
• the general public.

Question 2

Officers will carefully and thoroughly search prisoners, including ________________________, and take possession of all weapons and evidence, prior to placing prisoners in vehicles.

Answer 2

-removal and search of any footwear (shoes and socks).

Question 3

In the event of a prisoner escape, the transporting officer will : (2)

Answer 3

1. Notify communications.
2. Attempt to recapture the prisoner.
   * the officer may request additional units to establish a perimeter and/or conduct a search. (taking into account the original charge and the level of threat to citizens in the area)

Question 4

When attempting to restrain a prisoner with hobbles, may the officer do it without assistance.

Where will the trailing end of the hobble restraint be anchored ?

Answer 4

• no, must have at least one other assisting officer.

- out the passenger door of the vehicle so as to not catch on “anything” while the vehicle is in motion.

Question 5

When will a seatbelt not be used on a prisoner being transported in a department vehicle.

Answer 5

-When its physically impossible because of the subject’s size, handicap, etc.