Notification, as well as attempts to notify, will be documented on the OPD Form 135. If necessary, it is acceptable to remove a suspect to a separate location for fingerprint identification before issuing a criminal citation. These youth are most vulnerable to sexual exploitation, sex trafficking and other victimization due to their young age and vulnerabilities. 1. (1) The Precinct/Section Captain will determine if an employees personal usage caused the overage and notify the employee. If a window has been broken or removed, relay this information to the responding Canine Team. Previous OPD General Orders include #61-70, #75-71, #2-87, #74-02, #26-08, and #2-14. 3. Faux leather or leather shoes (e.g., loafers, Dr. Martens). District Court jurisdiction of bonds is deemed to start after the preliminary hearing. Peru State College student Tyler Thomas of Omaha last was seen on Dec. 3, 2010. 1. G. Employees with questions concerning the setup or use of the Small Business Assistant system may contact the Dot.Comm Help Desk, leave a voice mail message for the Voice Mail Administrator at voice mailbox #0010, or call the Lieutenant of the Customer Services Unit. Motorcycle Patrol Uniform: Clothing and equipment specifically designed for the operation of police motorcycles and to enhance the safety of the wearer. II. b. Previous OPD General Orders include #117-76, #117-76 Supplement #1, #55-80, #45-86, #36-87, #37-93, #29-02, and #6-12. B. CELLULAR TELEPHONE USAGE RESCINDED/REMOVED. A. B. A. Officers will make certain of the victims safety and provide the victim with resources in adherence with the policies and procedures outlined in the OPD Domestic Violence policy. A. Plain-Clothes Officers Clothing Allowance. If an intoxicated person commits a misdemeanor offense and meets criteria for CPC, officers may issue a Criminal Citation and place the person in the CPC Unit at Campus of Hope. A Spanish version should be given to drivers fluent in Spanish or who may have problems reading/understanding English. A. Officers will not take a victims personal items with them when notifying survivors. 1. He was Utah Deputy Commissioner of Public Safety and served until 1989. Canine Unit officers will wear the Canine Unit Duty Uniform as described in the Canine Unit Manual and issued by the Police Supply Unit. a. 1. A. OPD officers will take a pro active approach to detect intoxicated drivers and remove them from the city streets. B. APS will be contacted directly by the officer during normal business hours (see Appendix A for numbers). If more than nine (9) charges are brought against a violator, a second electronic Super Citation must be issued. E. In all accidents involving City-owned vehicles and property, a Supplementary Report (OPD Form 200) will be completed by the investigating officer listing the following other persons insurance information: 4. A. Diplomat (Diplomatic Officers): A foreign official at the countrys embassy in Washington, D.C., assigned to represent the country. It is the policy of the Omaha Police Department (OPD) to allow authorized persons to purchase specified OPD equipment for collection purposes only. Call the 911 Dispatcher (CIB detectives work off primary channels). This was a team from OPD, the Douglas County Sheriffs Office, the Douglas County Attorneys Office, crime labs and others that got the conviction for Jessica. a. D. An audit of evidence and property will be completed whenever the EPU Custodian is transferred or discontinues employment. When a situation dictates that non-testimonial evidence must be moved and/or recorded for its protection, OPD employees will employ the following methods as warranted: 3. The case involved a teenage girl named Jessica O'Grady who suddenly went missing after meeting with her boyfriend, Christopher Edwards, at his home on May 10, 2006. 2. Were the announcements given in a location where the suspect should have heard them? f. The ability to use the firearm with the gloves on must be given careful consideration. b. d. As with all Hit and Run reports, all related reports must be faxed to the Accident Office (see Appendix A for the fax number), as soon as practical after the original officer documents the investigation. COURT - CANCELLATION PROCEDURES RESCINDED/REMOVED. 1. If an investigative conflict is discovered, the inquiring employee will contact the listed investigator or agency to discuss the conflict. 3. When approved, these additional pins will be added to the list of authorized pins located in Appendix B. a. See the OPD Identification of Suspects Fingerprinting/Photographing Adults policy for details. B. A. CALEA Accreditation standard 17.5.2 is relevant to this policy. (2) Document the name of the responding Crime Lab employee. E. Digital evidence which was initially created using the device may not be available on the medium itself. B. 4. 3. B. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays detectives may be contacted directly (see PPM Appendix A for the phone number). ALARMS SILENT ALARM / FINANCIAL INSTITUTION RESPONSE, CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: THIS POLICY IS CONFIDENTIAL IN ITS ENTIRETY. Investigations in Schools, Hospitals, and Daycare Centers. Depending on the circumstances, the CIB detective will direct that the copy either be hand-carried or faxed to CIB by the reporting officer. The use of any cellular device for non-emergency, personal reasons, while operating a department-owned vehicle, is prohibited. After all items have been sold the EPU shall make the appropriate Tracker entry. Current employees may replace non-serviceable items of uniform on an exchange basis. c. It is the responsibility of the requesting officer or back-up officer to maintain observation of the owner or representative. Please contact the Omaha Police Department at (402) 444-5818 if you have any information. G. In order to handle the crime scene, officers should look, listen, and think. D. If a survivor cannot be located, officers will leave a message at their residence and/or place of business to request that they contact the appropriate on-duty UPB lieutenant as soon as possible. Traffic officers, including Accident Investigators, will respond to all accidents when no Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB) officers are in-service. 6. This case got my attention because (in this case) I had a 19-year-old teenager that had multiple contacts with multiple people and that all stopped abruptly the night of May 10th. a. UPB officers will not question suspects unless directed by a Homicide Unit command officer. A. 2. Medals and the accompanying ribbons and pins are provided by the OPD at no cost to the recipient. Officers will review the printout and attach it to the DUI Supplementary Report (OPD Form 26) as described below (3). 6. The family of O'Grady came to police headquarters the day after police executed the search warrant. Once the form is completed, the unit lieutenant will review and approve the form. b. When a sealed bag is opened and all, or a portion of, its contents are returned to storage, the opening and resealing of the bag will be recorded in Tracker by adding a Note to the evidence. Paper Super Citations The fingerprint must be affixed to the pink Records Copy of the paper Super Citation. B. Information Exchange for Drivers Involved. A. NRS 60-6,103 and 60-6,179.01 are referenced in this policy. E. Officers who fail to qualify at the Omaha Police Department State Qualification Shoot may lose their certification to exercise police powers until such time as they re-qualify and documentation of same is sent to the Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center (NLETC). To complete the CDL Sworn Report, officers will: a. Restraining Order: A term broadly applied to many kinds of court orders that forbid the respondent from doing some act. DataMaster: A regularly tested and certified instrument used to administer evidential breath alcohol tests. If officers are booking a suspect on a warrant only, it is sufficient to simply list their supervisors serial number. All arrestees (to include citations in lieu of arrest) will be positively identified. 6. EXCEPTION: Small drug paraphernalia and marijuana less than one ounce may be placed in the box. g. The probation/parole status of suspects. Business Dress: Professional appearing clothing that will be worn as directed by policy by all employees while on duty to present a professional appearance. May only be used for very minor infractions and/or educating the violator in circumstances where it is not practical to issue a written warning. 1. The officer is required to provide an explanation in the comment field of the Delete dialogue box. Mark the positions of vehicles and debris, etc. However, in the event the subpoena is connected with a criminal matter or a case pending in criminal court, the employee will contact the prosecutor and inform them of the subpoena to give a deposition. Determination of Found Property: Items may be searched to determine the owner of the item. An incident is determined by a CIB command officer to be potentially dangerous to the safety of the officers. 1. OPD officers are authorized to issue permits by the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Position of vehicles, debris, skid marks, etc. Secondary Firearms must be double-action semi-automatic handguns of the following calibers: 9mm, .40- or .45-caliber, unless otherwise authorized in writing by the employees respective Bureau Deputy Chief. See the OPD Chiefs Report policy for details. C. UPB officers may be dispatched to collect crime scene evidence collected by third parties. A. In cases where a cell phone is locked via a passcode, a third warrant may be required and served to the phone's operating system developer to remove the block. Forcible entry may be made only after the court order has been obtained unless there is probable cause to believe that the delay of such entry would cause the vulnerable adult to be in imminent danger of life, threatening physical injury, or denial of essential services. In 1982 Robert C Wadman was the first Chief to be appointed from outside the ranks of the Omaha Police Division. (3) Optional issued Motorcycle Patrol Uniform items include: a. Motorcycle Patrol officers are authorized to wear certain items (such as sunglasses, OPD Baseball cap, and gloves) with the OPD issued Motorcycle Patrol Uniform. The Omaha Police Department (OPD) is the principal law enforcement agency of the city of Omaha, Nebraska, United States.It is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.The OPD is the largest law enforcement agency in the state of Nebraska. The urine specimen will be marked per existing procedures. 3. OPD Font Desk and Omaha/Douglas County Victim Assistance Unit Responsibilities. It is the policy of the Omaha Police Department that employees should make every effort practical to avoid using cellular phones while driving a City vehicle. [3], The OPD has 906 sworn officers covering an area of 118.9 square miles (308km2) and a population of 478,192 people (2019 census estimate) within city limits. Honor Guard Uniform Issued Items (See Appendix B for uniform specifications): e. Holster Belt: The holster belt will be worn with shoulder strap. These items must be purchased at Air Support officers own expense. A. Officers will write REFUSED TO SIGN in the signature block if the subject refuses to sign the citation. Immediacy will tend to reduce the chance of the driver or owner establishing an alibi. Local criminal history printout from the Douglas County mainframe. Published: Apr. Officers are reminded that the ALR procedure applies only to cases in which there is a BAC of .08 or above or the subject refuses any evidentiary chemical test. The program provides a substitute mailing address to be used by participants when interacting with state and local agencies. The authorized magazine pouches for the semi-automatic firearms will conform to the specifications in Appendix B. If survivors are at work, officers will prearrange with their supervisor to talk in a private area. 1. It is necessary to restrict certain apparel and grooming practices so as not to endanger the employees safety or impede their performance of duties. Unit and Certification/Qualification Pins. The County Attorney and City Prosecutor will file the appropriate felony or misdemeanor weapon charge(s). C. Lieutenants will conduct the mandatory semi-annual Lieutenants Inspection and make certain sworn employees are in compliance with applicable policy. (i) Motorcycle officers may substitute approved personal protective eyewear for the issued protective eyewear. The caller will be advised to contact the appropriate UPB Captain under whose supervision the originating officer works. Evidence Sealing in Security Seal Bags (SSBs). Protection Order: A court order issued to provide protection to a victim of Domestic Violence or a victim of stalking, pursuant to NRS 42-924, et seq. A Reimbursement Form (OPD Form 161) must be completed and forwarded via chain of command to the Chief of Police for non-contract (optional) items. E. Officers will also record unsolicited comments. Bracelets will not be worn with official uniforms but may be worn with any other attire. d. Officers who do their own DataMaster breath testing and/or are doing the testing with an outside agency, such as the MCCPD, should make certain that the original test record printout is attached to the test form. NOTE: Victim and officer safety are paramount, therefore, referral calls will not be made in front of suspects. These protections may also extend to members of their household and/or staff. 6. C. Examples of items that require SSBs, per policy, include: 1. 7. DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY OF AN ON-DUTY OMAHA POLICE OFFICER. (4) Document any deficiencies on OPD Form 1 for officers and sergeants. Results of the inspections and any subsequent re-inspection for follow-up or discrepancy correction will be documented on OPD Form 1. a. Officers will not tamper with or unload the firearm. If a Foreign National claims to be an employee of a foreign country, officers shall request documentation indicating the individuals DOS status. Drug: Any substance which, when taken into the human body, can impair the ability of a person to safely operate a vehicle. F. Officers who wish to seize money in situations other than crimes where money was taken, such as drug-related offenses, shall contact their immediate supervisor or the appropriate investigative unit for authorization to seize such money. The Crime Lab Unit Supervisor will coordinate with the Homicide Unit detectives. Officer Larry Minard was killed on August 17, 1970 by a bomb placed by members of the Black Panther Party. He served until 2008. It is the policy of the Omaha Police Department (OPD) to investigate all reports of child abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect as well as serious or suspicious injuries to children. 1. B. Only safety equipment approved by the Chief of Police, or designee, will be worn. A. Non-consensual warrantless entry or search of a structure or secured area. c. The Standard Duty Uniform necktie and tie bar are also worn with the Formal Duty Uniform. Lieutenants Inspections will be semi-annual and unannounced. 3. (2) Long sleeved shirts may be worn with the collar open or with a necktie. A. In all instances where a physical arrest has been made and the party has been booked, copies of all reports will be hand carried to the Criminal Investigations Bureau and placed in the Domestic Violence Squad mail tray. The Bureau Deputy Chief of an officer subject to a Harassment Protection Order, after consulting the Chief of Police, will determine whether or not to modify the subject officers duty assignment. The Electronic Super Citation, when no accompanying Incident Report is required (crime victim is Society). Sensitive Equipment: Any equipment which can be used to impersonate an employee, radios (which compromise operational integrity), and weapons. (1) Victims shall not be given the Original Pawn Card with signatures and fingerprints. Any other portable property of significant value is booked into the OPD Evidence/Property Squad for later retrieval. d. All undershirts must be purchased at officers own expense. A. Notification Procedures for Emergency Situations. Police Recruits who are graduating from the Police Academy will wear the Formal Duty Uniform to the graduation ceremony. Employees shall record the Tow Ticket number in the notes section of Tracker. A review and analysis of all previous reports prepared in the Preliminary Investigation, departmental records, and results from laboratory examinations. 2. Generally, this would be a smaller handgun. A copy of the original Offense/Incident Report. It is the policy of the Omaha Police Department (OPD) to honor and show respect for officers who have been killed or seriously injured in the line-of-duty. Offer transportation or emergency housing to victims if needed. The rifle will be equipped with a sling. Statements of drivers/witnesses agree. ", NOTE: A "driver's license check" is not the same as a "complete data check.". Employees should follow the directions to record a greeting (employees name) and then the star (*) key to exit. The officer should also state where the digital evidence has been saved to, such as multimedia disc, USB drive, etc. SAFETNet: An automated deconfliction system that provides non-communicating agencies in local, state, and federal law enforcement a common gateway to identify conflict with their events and targets. Civil Protective Custody (CPC) is an involuntary method of detainment used to preserve life or prevent injury to an intoxicated person or others. The responding officer will complete an Incident Report (OPD Form 189) and take two photographs of the graffiti. Certification/ Qualification lapel pins, when worn, shall be affixed on the right shirt pocket cover, centered between the pocket button and the left side of the pocket. Magazine pouches will be configured to carry the specific magazines for the chosen semi-automatic firearm. Previous OPD General Orders include #43-82, 4-92, 16-97 and 5-11. CITATIONS FINGERPRINTS RESCINDED/REMOVED. Any questions related to weapons violations may be referred to the Firearms Squad employees during B-Shift, or to the Criminal Investigations Unit employees during A- or C-Shift. a. In the event that an officer is dispatched and it is determined that the deceased was a hospice care patient, the Coroner will be contacted for instructions. NOTE: Any violations of the parking restrictions around the Hall of Justice/Civic Center are subject to immediate tow, once safety concerns have been addressed. In this event, only the time actually taken for the meal period will be deducted from the overtime hours. Previous OPD General Orders include #135-88 and 5-09. F. Tourniquet Belt Carrier. 2. Due to the unique nature of police work and the authorization to carry and use personal cellular phones, the following conditions will be followed: 1. The captain will determine what action the officer will take. DCDC Form 150B is a Medical Questionnaire that is in checklist format. The EAP is a confidential service. B. 3. If the officer locates the reported vehicle on quasi-public property, and the person is found to be in "physical control" of the reported vehicle and appears to be intoxicated, the officer may make an arrest for suspicion of DUI. The permittee will be advised to retain the permit after processing. b. B. 8. For enhancement purposes, the arrest date(s) will be considered the point of reference, not the conviction date(s). CANINE UNIT. 1. Previous OPD General Orders include #22-91 and 32-14. i. Whenever the Standard Duty Uniform sweater is worn by command officers, collar tabs indicating their rank will be worn on the collar points of the uniform shirt. Instructions are listed on the back side of the violator's copy of the citation. Use of force incidents (UOF), including K-9 apprehensions. E. If an officer determines that their initial response to a given situation may have been inappropriate, the officer is to explain thoroughly the reason for the interaction. VIII. B. D. Co-workers are encouraged to keep in touch with the family through regular phone calls, emails, visits, etc. This message should be transmitted at least 24 hours prior to travel to make certain of the routing of the information. 1. Employees wishing to wear non-award ribbons must complete the OPD Ribbon Authorization/Order Form (OPD Form 82A) requesting authorization. C. Officers will secure the crime scene. An Open Filed case may be reopened at a later date if circumstances dictate. Accused employees must forward a copy of the protection order and an Inter-Office Communication explaining the circumstances through the chain of command to the Office of the Chief of Police. 2. C. Employees shall use the Small Business Assistant system to check for court appearance cancellations not more than 16 hours prior to a scheduled court appearance. Airline personnel have the final authority about who may fly armed. a. Per the agreement: 1. (9) The type of enforcement taken as a result of the traffic stop (mark all that apply). 3. d. The Canine Handler, upon releasing the canine, will advise 911 that the canine has been deployed on an apprehension. (3) Contact the investigator and make arrangements for them to pick up the copy to be used to assist in their investigation. CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: THIS POLICY IS CONFIDENTIAL IN ITS ENTIRETY. Accessories should be of a natural hair color or neutral color or colors consistent with the uniform (dark blue or black). A. Previous OPD General Orders include the following: #45-92 and 19-09. Proper legal standing must be established before a device is internally examined. B. Nebraska Revised Statute 60-6,290 and 60-6,292 are referenced in this policy. The service is active 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. These rooms serve several purposes: 1. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office said it's starting a homicide investigation after a missing person's body was found in a private Omaha impound lot. If the collective bargaining agreement does not specify who is responsible for expenses, including certification and duty ammunition, the officer will be responsible for the expenses. 3. B. Plan the best route to the scene, and proceed safely and quickly. This policy is rescinded per General Order #10-14. 2. 2. CIB will not contact owners and advise them to show up to claim their property. The Crime Lab Unit will coordinate with the Homicide Unit command officer regarding arrival at the crime scene. 3. a. The officer will tape the Styrofoam box closed and place it in a plastic Security Seal Bag (SSB), seal the bag, and place the Tracker label on the outside of the SSB. A. Humane Society employees can be reached 24-hours a day at the number listed in Appendix A. Occupant protection systems for all persons transported by provisional operators permits or school permits holders. When officers respond to an intrusion alarm, they will physically check the doors, windows, and if possible, inside fenced areas to determine if entry has been gained into the alarmed structure.
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