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Los Santos Police Department
Training and Recruitment Division
Training and Recruitment Division
Official Los Santos Police Department Handbook
Version 4.0
List of Contents:
1. Protect and Serve
2. Officer Information
3. Vehicle Information
4. Police Armory
5. Miranda Rights
6. Vehicle Maintenance
7. Central Dispatch Radio
8. Chain of Command
9. Radio Codes
10. Acronym Codes
11. Ranks and Uniforms
12. Legal Terms and Information
13. The Force Matrix
14.Other Important Information
15. Internal Affairs
16. Paychecks
17. Getting on Duty
18. Detaining Suspects
19. Pertaining Lawyers
Protect and Serve
Introduction
This is the Official Handbook used by The Los Santos Police Department and it contains information for our staff's use and guidance for common practice and code of conduct, it's also a reference for Applicants and the public who wish to know more about the Police Department.To The Public
The Los Santos Police Department is on a mission, the mission is protecting the city and making it a safer place for you, the citizens of Los Santos and its future generations. With your trust and faith in us, and a strong, disciplined Police Force, we'll be able to achieve our goal.Calling for Help / Assistance
If you are in need of an Emergency Service, you may contact both the LSPD & SAFMD by dialing 911 (( /call 911 )) and advise the dispatcher on your location, and a brief description of the situation, and if possible a description of the suspect. If we for some do not respond, then dial 911 again and we'll definitely respondEncountering The Police
In the Los Santos Police Department we pride ourselves in being professional, fair, and helpful. If you are stopped by a Peace Officer of the LSPD, do not run, that will only cause trouble for yourself. Be compliant and respectful (refer to us as officer, sir, or ma'am) and you will be shown respect.Officers may conduct a routine search for illegal items. If you aren't behaving suspiciously you won't be searched, however compliance is always taken into consideration.
Officer Information
Firstly, and most importantly is when you spawn, you must make sure you are on duty. You got to have full armour, and an MP5, if you do not go to the lockers, buy a new kevlar and an MP5 and whatever weapon of your choice aslong as it's authorized.Faction Radio Chat
(/r)adio <message>
Use this to speak with other LSPD members. Please try to keep it IC as often as possible.
Department Radio Chat(/dept)epartment <message>
Use this to speak with other faction members. Keep it IC at all times, unless completely necessary, or you could be punished.
Megaphone
(/m)egaphone <message>
Use this to instruct civilians from a large distance. It can only be used in Government vehicles only and should be used for important
messages only.
Wanted List
/wanted
The wanted list is a list of all suspects. It will display their name along with how many stars they have.
Mobile Data Computer (MDC)
/mdc <Name>
The MDC will list a suspects crimes as well as their crime count and times arrested.
Gate Control
/ogate [password]
This will control both gates beside the station, you can also honk your horn.
Crime Entry
(/su)spect <Name> <Crime>
This will add a warrant for arrest to a player
Ticketing
/ticket <Name> <Price> <Crime>
You can issue tickets with this. First get their ID and /suspect them, then give the ticket and have the star removed if they pay.
Arrest
/arrest <Fine> <Time(m)> 0 0
This will attempt to arrest the person closest to you, so get out of the car and stand next to the suspects door. Bail should be 0.
Backup
/backup [Code 1-3]
This is to call for backup, a beacon will appear to other LEO's map when you call for backup. /nobackup to remove your backup request.
Note: You are able to request backup from a few factions at the /SAME/ time.
Togging
/togradio: Enables you to turn off your radio.
/togdept: Enables you to turn off your department radio.
Impound
/impound
/impounds
This is to impound vehicles that are owned by other players.
Prisoners
/prisonlist
Allows you to check the current prisoners in the jail. Can only be used in the lobby.
Calls
/calls
Allows you to check the last 911 calls that we received.
Licenses
/checklicenses: Allows you to check others licenses.
/takelicenses: Allows you to take others licenses.
Plates
/checkplate <PLATENUMBER>
Allows you to check the owner of a plate number.
Frisk
/frisk <Name>
This will allow you to see what a person is holding.
(Remember to RP wearing Latex gloves)
Taking Items
/take <Item> <Name>
This will allow you to take things from suspects, you should take their weapons incase they escape. Only works on restrained players.
Tazer
/tazer
The tazer will allow you to stun a suspect, the effect lasts for 12 seconds, it requires time to recharge.
(Normal gun mechanism for the SDTazer)
Cuffing
/cuff <Name>
This will allow you to detain a suspect to your car and prevent them from any movement for several minutes.
Detaining
/detain <Name> <Seat>
This will place a suspect into your vehicle. 1 Passenger; 2 Rear driver-side passenger; 3 Rear passenger.
Entering Houses
/ram
This will allow you to enter locked houses, this should not be abused.
You need Sergeant permission to break in and you also must have a screwdriver with you.
Deploying Road-Spikes
/deploy spikes
[0-1]
This will place spikes that will flatten all tires.
Destroying Road Spikes
/destroy spike(s) [ID 0-1]
This will delete the spikes in front of you, or all at once.
Deploying Roadblocks
/deploy cade [0-1]
This will place a roadblock in front of you
.Deploying Roadblocks
/destroy cade(s) [0-1]
This will delete a roadblock in front of you or all of them
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Vehicle Information
LSPD Patrol Cruiser
The main vehicle of the LSPD. Able to be driven by officers and above, Cadets must be accompanied with an officer, it is the standard patrol vehicle of the LSPD.
LVPD Patrol Car
Similar to the LSPD car however it has different handling and is better for off-road driving. Can be driven by Sergeants and above.
SAPD Rancher
Able to be driven by Captains and above, it is extremely capable of off-road driving and P.I.T. maneuvering.
SAPD Motorbike
An excellent support vehicle, this motorbike is able to keep up with some of the faster cars, making chases a lot easier to keep an eye on via GPS beacon. Never use it with a passenger. Also permission is needed for bike patrol. Special uniform must be worn whilst driving for health and safety reasons.
SWAT Tank
The SWAT Tank, often called "Mr Splashy" is a riot vehicle equipped with a water tank, hence the name, this vehicle is mostly used for crowd control and during serious situations that require this vehicle, this vehicle requires permission from Director of Special Operations.
SWAT Van
A strong vehicle that is able to move surprisingly fast despite its size. Easily keeping up with standard cars, it is great for P.I.T. maneuvers. Should only be used in situations and trainings. Permission is needed for this vehicle.
SAPD Enforcer
A heavy, but slow, vehicle. The Enforcer is used to transfer SWAT personnel. It may be used in situations only such as MW transfers or SWAT transport. Usable with permissions from Captains and above or SWAT Commanders.
SAPD Maverick
This helicopter is useful in pursuits to keep an eye on felons. Keeping up with fast vehicles easily, it is not able to stop them meaning it may only be used to give GPS co-ordinates to drop off passengers via parachute or emergency landing. Only HSIU/SWAT may use this vehicle, permission is required beforehand.
SAPD Predator
An extremely useful, but underused boat. Used in water pursuits, of course, it is equipped with a set of machine guns and able to keep up with standard boats. It's not very useful against speedboats since it can't move as fast. Can be used for water pickups and to chase water-bound suspects. Patrol with it is restricted for Senior Officers and above.
Police Armory
Nightstick
The force's official melee weapon. This can be used for self defense when someone's attacking you using bare hands or other melee weapons.
Rank Required: Cadet+
Pepper-spray
A useful tool used to stun suspects temporarily. This should not be abused and only be used when necessary as it can affect anyone close to you.
Rank Required: Cadet+
Tazer
An essential tool used to stun suspects. Has two modes, the meele mode ((/handtazer)) and the ranged mode ((/sdtazer)).
Rank Required: Cadet+
Desert Eagle
The force's official handgun. It fires .50 AE rounds that can penetrate even Kevlar vests.
Rank Required: Cadet+
Heckler & Koch MP5A3
An extremely versatile SMG that fires 9mm rounds at a high fire rate. Due to its compact size and fast fire rate, it is a weapon of choice for Close Quarters, also with decent accuracy this weapon can be sometimes used during a chase.
Rank Required: Cadet+
Remington Pump-Action Model 870
A powerful, but underused shotgun that fires 12 Gauge cartridges. Effective at close range.
Rank Required: Cadet+
M14 Rifle
A long-ranged rifle that is used to pick on suspects from afar. It doesn't have a scope so it won't perform as good as a scoped sniper. It fires 7.62×51mm NATO rounds at a fairly low fire rate, however its excellent accuracy makes up for its slow fire rate.
Rank Required: Officer+
M4A1 Carbine
A very powerful assault rifle that can pick suspects from close to mid-ranges. It fires 5.56×45mm NATO rounds in full-automatic.
Rank Required: Officer+
Barrett M82 50. Cal. Sniper Rifle
A very precise sniper that can be used to assassinate suspects from afar, even from on top of a building. Fires 50 BMG rounds.
Only SWAT may use this during a special situation.
Rank Required: Senior Officer+ [SWAT] | Lieutenant [ALL]
Frenchi SPAS-12
The most powerful weapon in our arsenal. Fires 12 Gauge cartridges in semi-automatic. This is used to neutralized suspects quickly. Lethal at close range.
Rank Required: Senior Officer+ [SWAT] | Lieutenant [ALL]
M67 Frag Grenade
A powerful grenade that can fatally damage a person, either armored or not. The explosion of this grenade causes anything nearby to be knocked back.
Can only be carried during large situations. (( Admin Permission Required for usage. ))
Rank Required: Sergeant+ [SWAT] | Captain [ALL]
Tear Gas
A special weapon that's useful during large situations as it can stun anyone unmasked caught in its gas.
Can only be carried during large situations.
Rank Required: Senior Officer+
Miranda Rights
Miranda Rights are basically rights given to a person that has been placed under arrest by any law enforcement agencies. Many a time have Miranda Rights been misconceived and issued incorrectly or not at all to a suspect under arrest. Within this document you will find the relevant information about the basics of the rights and when they should be given.
What are the 'Miranda Rights'?
Miranda Rights, also known as a Miranda Warning, is where law enforcement give suspects in police custody the right to remain silent. The official wording of the Miranda Rights are as follows;
"You have the right to remain silent.
Anything you say can and will be used you in a court of law.
You have the right to an attorney.
If you cannot afford one, one will be provided for you.
Do you understand the rights I have just read to you?"
Unless you are the one asking the questions, you should not issue this final statement. If you are however, you should ask the following question to see if the suspect is willing to work with you;
"With these rights in mind, do you wish to speak to me?"
What happens if the suspect does not understand their rights?
In cases of which suspects do not understand their Miranda Rights after being asked "Do you understand the rights I have just read to you?". If the person being placed under arrest, and is to be interrogated claims that they do not understand their rights, the present LEO will repeat the Miranda Warning but will not ask if they understand them or not - you are not required to repeat yourself again after telling them a second time.
What happens if I don't read their rights?
For the majority of circumstances where rights are required we hope that officers correctly issue them, but in cases of which rights are not read - evidence may become in-admissible and not be used against the suspect. If a conversation is recorded of a suspect answering questions about their alleged crime and evidence is gathered from the said conversation, if rights have not been read all evidence may be dropped depending on the circumstances.
For example, if someone is taken in for DUI, not a lot of evidence is taken after the person has been put into custody. On the other hand, if there is a case on murder, if the suspect is in custody and have not received their Miranda prior to interrogation - and evidence is provided during interrogation that proves the murder, the case may be dismissed. Or, the evidence may be excluded from the case and without the evidence, the case would be dismissed.
Partner Dynamics
Partner dynamics are very important, they can make us both, communicative and efficient. While one person is concentrated on the driving part, the other one is able to report for backup, as well as give a brief description of the situation.
Drivers Duties
The driver needs to always be concentrated on the road. He will not leave the cruiser unless there are shots being fired and immediate assistance is required - this is mainly for scenarios where we are dealing with non compliant suspects that try to make a run for it, if the driver is in the car, we'll save time and will have a better chance at keeping the visibility on the suspect. The driver will also be responsible for the maintenance of the vehicle, as well as he's responsible of both, his own and his partners safety.
Passengers Duties
The duty of the passenger is mainly to use the radio while patrolling. He is to report both, his and his partners status, any kind of status change as well as any 10 code when in a car chase. He will also be the one to request for backup in case its needed. The passenger will also be the one to perform for traffic stops and other similar scenarios.
At the beginning of each shift, the Highest Ranked Officer needs to split Officers into teams of two. If the number of on-duty officers is odd, then there can be three officers in one cruiser and decide who would take on the passenger duties. under no circumstances will an officer patrol by himself if there are other officers available - this should result in a strike towards that said person.
Vehicle Maintenance
You must always keep Government Vehicles at the minimum of 50% fuel at all times. If you get into a chase, you must be able to keep up with the suspect for as long as the duration of the chase take. If you are low on fuel and you are in pursuit of someone, report it over dispatch, this way another Officer can take lead of the chase as you refuel.
Central Dispatch Radio
Being connected to the Central Dispatch (( TeamSpeak 3 )) while on duty is obligatory. If you are not connected while you are on duty you had better have a decent reason or you may receive Internal Affairs infraction strikes for it. When you are connected you should stay in the Main Dispatch Radio Channel to be assigned to a Unit or you can assign yourself with somebody. When assigned, you must move to the Unit Channel with your patrol partner so you can talk without constant chatter when separated. You should always have a secondary Radio button for contacting all other Units in emergencies. (( Whisper Hotkey ))
You must also have a patrol partner at all times, unless instructed otherwise - Cadets may never patrol together or alone.
Chain of Command
If you are a Cadet, you are in your position for one reason, to obtain a better understanding of how the Police Department works. If somebody is a higher rank than you and tells you something, you had better do it. As a Cadet you may feel like you know everything there is to know. Trust us, you don't.
Keep in mind, once you screw around at any rank then chances are you will be removed. Respect everyone in the Police Department, no matter what their rank is.
Courtesy Be polite
Professionalism Show extreme competence
Respect Show consideration
Radio Codes
10-1: All units regroup / Meet at -location-
10-3: Stop transmitting / Clear the radio
10-4: Roger that / Received and understood
10-5: Please repeat
10-6: Disregard
10-7: Standby
10-8: Busy
10-9: Repeat message
10-10: Negative
10-14: Requesting a pickup at -location-
10-18: Report information needed
10-20: Location / Position
10-21: Report your status
10-22: Report in person – location (Go there / Come here)
10-27: Switching radio channel
10-35: Re-send a backup signal / ''Rebeacon''
10-37: Lost the visual
10-38: I've got a visual
10-40: Lots of people in the area
10-41: Possible illegal activity
10-43: Suspect in Custody
10-55: Traffic stop
10-56: Computer check
10-57v(ictor): Vehicle pursuit
10-57f(oxtrot): Foot pursuit
10-57d(elta): Air pursuit
10-57g(olf): Water pursuit
10-60: Vehicle description (Blue Cheetah)
10-61: Suspect description (IC 2 male, blue clothes)
10-62: PIT (Successful / Failed)
10-69: Watch my back
10-70: Backup / assistance required
10-70e(cho): Emergency backup required
10-70t(ango): SWAT required on scene immediately
10-71: Ambulance required
10-82: Suspect's vehicle is disabled
10-95: Routine Traffic Stop
10-98: No further assistance required
10-99: Situation concluded (Finished what you were doing)
10-420: Drug dealing commencing
11-99: Taking heavy fire
Status 1 – Off duty
Status 2 – On duty
Status 3 – Going on a break
Status 4 – Patrolling available for calls
Status 5 – Responding without light & sirens
Status 5e(cho) – Responding with lights & sirens
Status 6 – I am on scene (target location)
IC1 – White
IC2 – Black
IC3 – Latino
IC4 – Middle Eastern
IC5 – Asian (Chinese etc.)
IC6 – Unknown ethnicity
Code 0 – Urgent assistance required (ALL units drop what you're doing and attend immediately).
Code 1 – Non-Emergency – Respond in own time (If something comes up, deal with it first).
Code 2 – Non-Emergency – Respond in own time (If something comes up, leave it keep responding).
Code 3 – Emergency – Respond status 5e (With lights & sirens).
Code 4 – All SWAT personnel report in (Location & Status).
Code 5 – Situation currently under control (Standby and wait for other orders).
Acronym Codes
A.D.W. – Assault with a Deadly Weapon
A.K.A. – Also Known As
A.O.D. – Assist Another Department
B.A. – Burglar Alarm
B.A.C. – Blood Alcohol Content
B & E – Breaking and Entering
B.O.L.O. – Be On the Lookout (for)
C.A.D. – Computer Aided Dispatching
C.C.W. – Carry Concealed Weapon (permit)
C.O.N. – Call Of Nature (bathroom break)
C.Y.A. – Cover Your Ass
D.O.A. – Dead On Arrival
D.U.I. – Driving Under the Influence
E.M.T. – Emergency Medical Technician (paramedic)
G.S.W. – Gun Shot Wound
G.T.A. – Grand Theft Auto
M.V.A. – Motor Vehicle Accident
P.I.T. – Pursuit Intervention Technique
R.O. – Registered Owner
S.W.A.T. – Special Weapons And Tactics
Ranks & Uniforms
Cadet
Officer
Senior Officer
Sergeant
Lieutenant
Captain
Commander
Chief/Deputy Chief
| Chief of Police | As the Chief of Police you are a role model to everyone and they expect you to lead them with extreme professionalism. They run the faction and they can hire, fire, promote, demote and they also carry on the duty of paying his employees and monitoring their actions. They can do whatever they want. |
| Deputy Chief of Police | Deputy Chief of Police are role models to everyone and he can do almost everything the chief is allowed. He assists the chief with his duties and takes charge when he's gone. They are the people who are next in line to be chiefs. |
| Commander | The Commander of the department will be the person who manages all divisions. This would include monitoring the division's Captains decisions and how the Captain conducts division wide discipline. |
| Captain | Captains are leaders of divisions and they are the certified elites of the LSPD. Captains can recruit people in their specific divisions. |
| Lieutenant | They are people who are usually sub-commanders of divisions. Being promoted to Lieutenant means that you're loyal and can do your job well. |
| Sergeant | As a Sergeant, you are a member of a specific division and when you receive this rank you'll be the more senior member of said division. At this rank, you are not a member of the High Command unit. Sergeants are also to be next in line for the Lieutenant spot for the division and have shown excellent skills and knowledge throughout their division. |
| Senior Officer | Senior Officers are Officers who have passed the qualified stage, and are now apart of a division. |
| Officer | Officers are people who have proven worthy of doing such duties like patrolling. |
| Cadet | People who are new to the faction or just joined are cadets. They must prove themselves worthy of being promoted by attending lessons of the training academy and being tested. If they prove that they are worthy enough, they can be promoted to the rank of officer. |
Legal Terms and Information
Light Offenses - Offenses that can be cleared by paying a ticket with the fine $5000. These offenses has a short jail time of 1 minute.
Indecent Exposure: The exposure of ones "private parts" to the public. This includes public nudity, urinating or excreting bodily waste in public or just plain "flashing".
Lude Gesture: Making rude gestures such as the middle finger, kissing ass, etcetera.
Verbal Assault: Assaulting somebody through the use of words, such as, "you're a ****ing idiot nigger with no life", with the intent to upset or anger them.
Loitering on Government Property: To stand idly on Government Property, for example, out or inside the PD, FBI, City Hall, etcetera.
Light-Moderate Offenses - Offenses that can be cleared by issuing a ticket to the suspect that has a fine of $2500. These offenses has a jail time of 2 minutes.
Illegal Parking: Parking your vehicle on the road, footpath, or somewhere else that is obviously not a parking area.
Illegal Shortcut: Driving through a certain path to avoid the road and save time, like driving through somebodies driveway to get to the other side.
Illegal parking on Government Property: *Read Illegal Parking
Illegal parking on Bank Property: *Read 'Illegal Parking'
FCC Violation: Federal Communications Commission Violation. This is charged for illegal advertisements.
Moderate Offenses - Offenses that can be cleared by paying a ticket with the fine of $2000. These offenses has a jail time of 4 minutes.
Hydraulics on a public road: No definition required.
Neon on a public road: No definition required.
Reckless Driving: Driving on the wrong side of the road, extremely fast, not stopping at lights to check if it is clear. (Green light unrequired, just check it's safe to go before going across.)
Reckless Endangerment: Doing anything that causes others lives to be in danger, examples are speeding, driving on the footpath, etcetera.
Illegal Racing: No definition required.
Use of Nitros Oxide: No definition required.
Trespassing: Entering a restricted area that belongs to a private party.
Trespassing (Government): Entering a restricted area that belongs to the Government.
Affray: An offense that consists of two persons fighting in a public area, possibly causing harm or terror to bystanders.
Misuse of 911: A prank or false call to the FBI, LSPD or LSFMD, with the intent to deceive.
Driving Under the Influence: Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Moderate-Serious Offenses - Offenses that cannot be cleared by paying tickets. That suspect will automaticall will be on the wanted list. These offenses has a fine of $15.000 and has a jail time of 5 minutes.
Possession of Illegal Firearm(s): The possession of one or more illegal firearm(s).
Failure to Comply: Failing to comply with direct orders from a Law Enforcement Officer, such as someone who keeps driving after being told to pull over.
Evading: Fleeing from a Law Enforcement Officer via running, driving, flying, sailing, etcetera.
Evading (Lying): Giving false information to a Law Enforcement Officer.
Resisting Arrest: Preventing arrest by a Law Enforcement Officer by breaking cuffs or assaulting them.
Vehicular Assault: Repeatedly attempting, or succeeding, at ramming a person or their vehicle with another vehicle.
(Attempted) Grand Theft Auto: Attempting, or succeeding, at hijacking the vehicle of another person without their consent.
Possession of Illegal Narcotics: The possession of illegal narcotics (drugs).
Possession of Illegal Materials: The possession of illegal materials or material packages, which are used to create firearms.
Discharge of a Firearm: Shooting a firearm in public when unauthorized to do so, it's legal within your own property.
Public Endangerment: Endangering the public by driving recklessly, discharging a firearm, committing affray or other means that could cause harm.
Conspiracy: An accusation backed up with proof that a suspect may commit a crime.
Rape: Forcing somebody to have sexual intercourse with you, even though it it completely against their will.
Bribery: Attempting to bribe a Law Enforcement Officer for freedom.
Extortion: Acquiring money, property, or services by use of intimidation or other acts.
Assault: Issuing a threat with the means to carry it out/attacking somebody.
Obstruction of Justice: Interfering with a Law Enforcement Officer(s).
Animal Hording: Selling mass amounts of animals.
Accessory: Assisting in the commission of a crime, but not actually partaking in the unlawful activity.
Aiding and Abetting: Participating in the commission of a crime.
Hit and Run: Colliding with someone, their vehicle; then leaving the scene without consulting that person.
Trafficking: Selling or trading illegal items; materials, firearms or narcotics.
Prostitution: Exchanging sexual acts for valuables or common currency.
Harassment: Persistent offensive behaviour, be it verbally, physically and/or sexually.
Providing Alcoholic Beverages to Minors (Individuals below the age of 21): No definition required.
Serious Offenses - Offenses that cannot be cleared by paying tickets. The suspect will be hunted down and arrested. These offenses has a heavy prison time of 30 minutes and has a fine of $30,000.
Attempted Murder: Attempt at taking someone’s life.
Instigating Public Anarchy: Causing people to go into a state of lawlessness and disorder.
Kidnapping: Taking somebody against their will, and quite often, asking for money for their return.
Robbery: Using intimidation, threats, or firearms to take things from somebody or stealing another way, for example, robbing the bank.
Impersonating any form of Law Enforcement Officer : No definition required.
Vandalism : Deliberately damaging public or private property.
Arson : Deliberately setting fire to any public or private property.
Domestic Violence :Committing an act of violence against a spouse, family member, or close friend.
Espionage : Releasing confidential information without the consent of the Government.
Tax Evasion : Deliberately avoiding the payment of taxes (( Not signing checks until tax is lowered)).
Government Torture: Causing bodily harm to an individual to obtain secret knowledge.
Hostage Taking: Taking hostages in an attempt to get things in return for their lives.
Domestic Terrorism: Any act that attempts to overthrow government or start anarchy, or any attempt to 'terrorize' on a large scale.
Legal Terms and Information
Shots Fired / 11-99
DO'S
Spend a moment evaluating the situation. The person discharging a weapon may be an undercover cop or a civilian in self-defense.
Run for cover.
Pop out from cover and pick your shots.
Give chase if you're sure you won't be in serious danger.
Use your Radio and give us vital information on the number of shooters, weapons, etcetera.
DON'Ts
Run toward, around or past an active shooter.
Stay in the open and hope for the best.
Spray wildly, you may hit innocents.
(( Abuse server bugs ))
Move to a position where you may take cross-fire. Don't surround someone in a circle.
Scream over the Radio
Continue to shoot when the threat no longer exists.
Force Levels
Force Level 1
Suspect may be verbally assaulting you or others
Suspect starts to show aggression in his tone of speaking
Suspect may be taunting you or using foul language
Your Actions:
At this point in time you are not authorized to use any physical means of force at all. You may issue verbal warnings to attempt to calm the suspect.
Force Level 2
Suspect has committed a crime
Suspect is disobeying direct orders from a LEO
Suspect is starting to hint at violent actions
Suspect is starting to make aggressive movements with his body
Suspect may seem to be preparing for a physical engagement
Suspect is increasingly getting worse with his aggression in his tone against you or others
Suspect is showing disrespect against you or another person
Your Actions:
At this point in time you are not authorized to use any secondary equipment. Call for Code 1 assistance over the Radio and move to a hands on approach of trying to escort the person from the situation or away from potential victims using voice commands and light gestures. (( * gently pushes the man in the other direction ))
Force Level 3
Suspect has committed a crime
Suspect may be using physical contact against you or another person
Suspect may be using a non-lethal weapon on you or another person
Suspect may be threatening yours or another persons life
Suspect is actively involved in any physical fight
Your Actions:
At this time you are only allowed to use a tazer, pepper spray or a nightstick to stun the suspect. You are to call for Code 2 assistance over the radio. Under no circumstances should you withdraw your firearm unless the situation reaches force level 4.
Force Level 4
Suspect has done or is committing a felony crime
Suspect is brandishing a firearm
Suspect is assaulting another person with a vehicle
Suspect has placed your life or another persons life in danger
Suspect is seriously assaulting another person (( causing the person or you to be on low health ))
Your Actions
At this point and time the suspect is a threat to another human life. You must call for Code 3 backup over the radio. You may withdraw your firearm and take aim on the suspect, you must not fire unless the Force Level reaches 5. You are also never to taze a suspect who is aiming a weapon at you.
If on your fifth warning they have not put away or drop their weapon you are expected to use your own judgement on how to handle the situation.
Force Level 5
Suspect has done or is committing a serious felony crime
Suspect is in the act of seriously assaulting you or another person
Suspect has a firearm and is aiming at you or another person
Suspect may be firing the firearm at you or another person
Suspect may be in a car attempting to hit you or another person
Suspect is fleeing in a vehicle after three warnings have been issued
Suspect has a hostage
Your Actions
At this point you are allowed to open fire at the at the suspect and shoot to kill, unless suspect has a hostage. You are to do your best to avoid these situations but if they occur you are authorized to use deadly force. In regards to the suspect fleeing in a vehicle after you, you have given him an ample supply of warnings and your partner may shoot his tires with approval. Once you hit one or 2 tires you should not be shooting anymore. You should radio in for Code 3 assistance over the radio.
Pursuits
When in a high speed pursuit there are a few rules you must obey.
Do not overtake the lead car, the person who called for backup. They must give you permission to overtake.
If you crash your car and other officers on duty are behind you, wait for them to pass and leave as the last car has gone.
Do not attempt any stupid stunts that could risk your life.
Do not open fire on a vehicle that is not actively shooting itself, unless a minute has passed after you gave a warning.
No more than 2-3 cars are required for a chase, do not all respond.
Escorts
When escorting, you should follow these guidelines.
DO not crash into the unit requesting an escort.
When escorting a unit holding a very dangerous MW, be alert for attacks/ambushes.
Two cars or two bikes and one car can be used during escorts.
Other Important Information
Going Away / Inactivity
If you are going away or leaving for a while, you must post a Leave of Absence (LoA) Report on the Official Los Santos Police Department Roster, using the correct format. Maximum time period of a LoA is three weeks, without a LoA report you will be fired within a week of your inactivity.
The Roster
Now incase you don't know already, we have a roster posted listing all current members serving in the L.S.P.D. On the roster you can find out every ones rank and or position in the L.S.P.D. along with what timezone they are in. Please remember that if you aren't on the roster, it is very very important for you to let us know by posting the correct information in the topic. We strive to keep the roster as up to date as possible, so again please help us by making sure you are listed on the roster and the information provided on it is all one hundred percent up to date.
Team Speak
Everyone can now freely access all the patrol channels of the LSPD. If you want the password for the private rooms, contact their respective owners. Every LSPD members must have the LSPD group in teamspeak. Ask a teamspeak admin to set your group. Being connected into TeamSpeak is mandatory.
Forum Name
This is commonly asked within the LSPD: How can I get a blue name on the forums? This question requires a simple solution: apply for the LSPD group in the usergroups section, which can be found here. Getting accepted into the LSPD group entitles you to a blue forum name, along with access to the private LSPD forums.
NOTICE: When you apply for the user-group, always include your in-game LSPD name along with your rank, otherwise you will likely be denied. If you are no longer an active member of the LSPD, we would like to ask that you remove yourself from the user-group, or identify yourself under another group if possible. Either option can be accomplished from the above link. Also keep in mind that if your forum name doesn't match your in game name you may also be denied. It is recommended that you post in the admin requests section of the forums to get a forum name change to match your in game name.
Internal Affairs
--- Level 1 Strikes ---
[ X ] - Painting government cruisers, or having/using other illegal modifications.
[ X ] - Being inside the cell area as a Cadet without permission.
[ X ] - Going undercover without permission.
[ X ] - Reckless driving.
[ X ] - Using unauthorized vehicles.
[ X ] - Patrolling alone when a Cadet needs a partner.
[ X ] - Patrolling alone as a Cadet.
[ X ] - Messing around at reassignment.
[ X ] - Using cross Department communications as a Cadet without permission.
[ X ] - Going off assigned duties
[ X ] - Tazing/Detaining someone without giving them prior warning of stopping.
[ X ] - Taking the cruiser of another Officer/LEO without asking them beforehand.
[ X ] - Phones on during reassignments.
[ X ] - Not being connected to the dispatch.
[ X ] - Parking your vehicle improperly in the Garage
[ X ] - Loitering, example in front of the offices (LSPD private area). (( If you're not blocking the walkway/RPing behind the computer/on the forums, it's not punishable. Tabbing in the middle of the room for a long period of time is not allowed. ))
[ X ] - Not paying attention during a 10-1.
These lighter offenses are all punished via close observation/assigned desk duty. 3 of these strikes form a level 2 strike.
--- Level 2 Strikes ---
[ XX ] - Use of force without verbal warning. (Exception is if you are being assaulted with firearm / vehicle / ''bare hands'')
[ XX ] - Bringing the person's faction into disrepute.
[ XX ] - Using unreasonable/excessive force.
[ XX ] - Lack of professionalism. (Whining/Immaturity/Messing Around)
[ XX ] - Disrespect towards fellow L.E.O. members.
[ XX ] - Insubordination.
[ XX ] - Clearing the warrants/tickets of a suspect without prior notice nor permission.
[ XX ] - Freeing suspects from the cells without prior notice nor permission.
[ XX ] - Allowing unauthorized visitors in the garage.
[ XX ] - Taking a civilian vehicle without giving them a reason beforehand.
[ XX ] - Constantly asking for ranks.
[ XX ] - Being intoxicated on duty. (Drinking)
[ XX ] - Recklessness ( Carelessness )
[ XX ] - FCC Violations
[ XX ] - Use of unauthorized weapons (Cadets - M4 - SWAT Officers - Grenades/Smoke/Spas/Sniper)
[ XX ] - Wearing the incorrect uniform while on duty.
[ XX ] - Patrolling out of the jurisdiction (City of Los Santos).
[ XX ] - Failure to read a suspect the miranda rights.
[ XX ] - Performing unauthorized activities.
Level 2 strikes are punished as follows: a single level 2 strike will result in a 1-day suspension from the Faction. Two level 2 strikes will result in a 3 day suspension. Three level 2 strikes will form a level 3 strike.
--- Level 3 Strikes ---
[ XXX ] - Abusive use of the police radio and/or cross department radio
[ XXX ] - Stacking charges.
[ XXX ] - Using any kind of unnecessary force on a suspect while Tazed/Cuffed.
[ XXX ] - Abuse of powers.
[ XXX ] - Sexual harassment towards another LEO / Civilian.
[ XXX ] - Cheating on an academy or division test.
[ XXX ] - Lying to a high command to avoid punishment.
[ XXX ] - Racism of any form
[ XXX ] - Revealing an IA Agent's name.
Level 3 strikes are punished as follows: one level 3 strike will result in a week (7 days) suspension. Two level 3 strikes will result in a 7 day suspension, plus being demoted to your previous rank. Three level 3 strikes will form a level 4 strike.
--- Level 4 Strikes ---
[ XXXX ] - Material running.
[ XXXX ] - Possession of Narcotics.
[ XXXX ] - Possession of Materials.
[ XXXX ] - Assault on another Officer.
[ XXXX ] - Conspiracy of selling Materials / Narcotics / Firearms.
Level 4 strikes are relevant to some of the higher offenses/crimes committed by an officer. Committing any of these offenses will result in instant termination from the department, no exceptions. You will also face a possible prison sentence. Reaching three level 4 strikes will from a level 5 strike.
--- Level 5 Strikes ---
[ XXXXX ] - Arson
[ XXXXX ] - Kidnapping
[ XXXXX ] - Robbery
[ XXXXX ] - Aiding a Fugitive or known criminal
[ XXXXX ] - Conspiracy to commit an unlawful act
[ XXXXX ] - Espionage
[ XXXXX ] - Terrorist Acts in any form
[ XXXXX ] - Murder
[ XXXXX ] - Patrolling with an armed civilian(s)
Level 5 strikes are relevant to high-profile crimes. These strikes will result in termination, a ban from applying for the department in the future, and a guaranteed prison sentence/sentence to the high security prison.
--- (( OOC strikes )) ---
[ X ] - (( Not being in TeamSpeak3 while on duty (if applicable to faction requirements.) ))
[ X ] - (( Tabbing during a 10-1. ))
[ X ] - (( Non-Roleplay Driving. ))
[ X ] - (( OOC insults to another LEO ))
[ XX ] - (( Being admin imprisoned for any reason. ))
[ XXX ] - (( Spamming in /or, /r, and/or /d ))
[ XXX ] - (( Racism of any form ))
[ XXX ] - ((Revealing an IA Agent's name.))
For Cadets Only:
If a Cadet reaches their third strike, instead of getting suspended, they will get fired.
Internal Affairs
To file a complaint/infraction on another member of the L.S.P.D. please PM the Chief/Deputy about it.
Clarifications relating to Internal Affairs:
There has been some misgivings relating to internal Affairs, specifically their powers and abilities.
Internal Affairs is and always has been a separate entity from the LSPD's main body. Although they generally have rank two or three in-game, OOCly they are in fact unlisted ranks. In essence, IA officers have no authority over LSPD units excluding in matters of Internal Security, stability, and in all matters of IA investigation, also the same applies in reverse. However, since IA Officers are also kept secret from everybody but the Director and the Chief's they will follow orders unless they are working on an IA case, in which case they will not be required to follow that. Also note that only one Captain and one Sergeant will be in the IA and these people will be public and also able to give/take orders, unless the orders taken are in conflict with the IA.
They are both above and below the authority of all ranks but the Chief(s) and the divisional leader of the Internal Affairs department. As the Chief is immune to infractions as is the IA Commander.
Deputy Chiefs and below are however not immune to Internal Affairs jurisdictional matters and can receive infractions. Although this as far as I can recall has never happened, yet it is possible.
IA officers although generally are shall we say keeping an eye on things during quiet times it has been permitted to assist in patrols, pursuits or respond to crimes. Although that is not their focus.
IA officers are able to use LSPD cars if desired along with civilian cars.
IA is not here to mess up your day or get you into trouble, generally it was established to point out officer mistakes and offer advice. We're not here for a witch hunt and unless a serious accusation or suspicion is relevant. We generally don't follow you around. You don't need to be so concerned when there's an IA operative around.
Paychecks
Cadet ((Rank 0)) - $40,000
Officer ((Rank 1)) - $52,000
Sr. Officer ((Rank 2)) - $60,000
Sergeant ((Rank 3)) - $65,000
Lieutenant ((Rank 4)) - $71,000
Captain ((Rank 5)) - $125,000
Commander ((Rank 6)) - $200,000
Deputy Chief of Police ((Rank 7)) - $250,000
Chief of Police ((Rank 8)) - $300,000
The LSPD Lockers
Duty: Allows you to get on duty, which gives you a blue name, a desert eagle, a nite-stick, a mace and a tazer.
Undercover: Allows you to go undercover as a civilian, you must NOT use it unless a Captain or above gives you the permission, and it should be for undercover operations, or for processing status 1.
Change Uniform: Allows you to switch between all the Los Santos Police Department skins, some may be forbidden for your rank, it's perhaps recommended to read the #10 of the handbook to see which. If you are caught using the wrong uniform, you will be given one infraction strike.
Armory: In this weapon armory, you will find the current available guns for you to use, it's perhaps recommended to read the #5 of the handbook to see which. If you are caught using the unauthorized weapons, you will be given one infraction strike.
SWAT: Allows you to get in the S.W.A.T uniform, a kevlar vest and take the most heavy weapons that are available in the Department. It's perhaps recommend to look at the #5 of the handbook to see which you shall take and shall NOT take. If your caught using your S.W.A.T uniform and heavy weapons when it is not necessary, you will be given one infraction strike.
Clear Suspect: This option allows you to clear the wanted stars that a suspect has. If you are using this without prior notice nor permission, you will be given two infraction strikes, which result in a suspension from the Department.
Release Suspect: This options allows you to clear the wanted stars and release a suspect from jail or prison. If you are using this without prior notice nor permission, you will be given two infraction strikes, which result in a suspension from the Department.
Pertaining to Lawyers
I'm sure all of you have noticed how Lawyers tend to come and go as they please in the PD and don't usually RP the job. Well, I've devised a few steps to control some of this chaotic and Non-RP behavior.
Step 1: Ask them for "documents" (( /showlicenses )).
Step 2: Have them get against the wall, then frisk them. If he/she possesses a legal weapon, ask him/her to surrender it to the counter and retrieve it later. If he/she possesses an illegal weapon, do the necessary actions.
Step 3: Ask for the client's name.
Step 4: Have the Lawyer wait outside the door and go check for their client in the cells.
Step 5: If client is present, alert them that their Lawyer has arrived, if not then have the Lawyer leave the PD.
Step 6: Go escort the Lawyer in, to the Cells. After, wait for the two to role-play the situation and do not allow the Lawyer to lower more than one person's time.
Step 7: After the Lawyer is done with their client escort him out of the building, and the client if he/she has been released from jail.
