Written directives Flashcards
Who needs to approve the revision or rescindment of General Orders or Special Orders?
Chief of Police
Who needs to approve the revision or rescindment of Operational Manuals?
Appropriate bureau’s assistant chief
How are written directives organized and identified?
By type and with a four-digit year based chronological numbering system
What do General Orders (GO) contain?
Statements of rules, regulations, and procedures related to department operations
What do Special Orders (SO) contain?
Policies and procedures related to specific activities or functions within the department
What do Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) contain?
Procedures and guidelines related to specific operations within a bureau, section, or unit
What do Operational Manuals (OM) contain?
Specific information on how to perform essential tasks related to a specialized unit
Who issues Chief Administrative Office (CAO) Policies?
Chief Administrative Officer
What purposes does the Chief’s Cover Page of a CAO Policy fulfill?
To indicate non-applicable sections, identify alternate procedures, and clarify content
From whom can the initiation of a new written directive or revision originate?
Chief of Police, Assistant Chief, Planning and Analysis, change in law or ordinance, change in collective bargaining agreements
Where are written directives available to employees electronically?
PowerDMS
Are General Orders and Special Orders that are not categorized as law enforcement sensitive publicly available?
Yes, via the city of Lexington’s website
How can Executive Orders be issued?
In writing and issued electronically.
What numbering system is used to format Executive Orders?
Identifying four-digit year based numbering system.
When does an Executive Order go into effect?
Immediately upon issuance.
How long does an Executive Order remain in effect for?
Until revised or rescinded by Chief of Police; or content is incorporated into a written directive.
Where can Executive Orders be accessed while in effect?
Via PowerDMS.
What is the protocol if circumstances prevent immediate placement of an Executive Order in PowerDMS?
It will be placed in PowerDMS for accessibility as soon as practical.
Who determines Planning’s level of involvement in SOP or OM development?
The lieutenant
What does Planning and Analysis do during the initial revision process?
Facilitate or conduct a draft review
To whom is a draft of the written directive submitted during development or revision?
The BOA Assistant Chief’s office
Who decides if Chief’s Cover Pages undergo the review process?
Chief of Police
Who coordinates the 10-Day Posting process of the draft directive?
BOA Assistant Chief’s office
What happens at the conclusion of the 10-Day Posting process?
The directive goes into effect
