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ITEM TITLE: POLICE UPDATE
10/25/2021
Work Session
Chief Shearer
541-726-3729
90 minutes
Strengthen Public Safety by
Leveraging Partnerships and
Resources
ACTION REQUESTED: No action is required. Council is asked for their time and input on the
four update topics.
ISSUE STATEMENT: The Springfield Police Department was invited to share updates on the
following topics: A. Hiring and Staffing, B. Kenny Settlement OIR
recommendations, C. IA Pro Software, and D. Body -Worn and In -Car
cameras.
ATTACHMENTS: Attachment 1: Council Briefing Memo
Attachment 2: 21St Century Policing Guide Executive Summary
Attachment 3: Police Update Presentation Slides
Attachment 4: OIR Report Recommendation Summary
Attachment 5: SPD Policy 1.5.1 Use of Force Updates
Attachment 6: SPD Public Safety Statement
Attachment 7: SPD Policy 36.1.1 BWC ICV
DISCUSSION/ FINANCIAL See Council Briefing Memorandum
IMPACT:
MEMORANDUM City of Springfield
Date: 10/18/2021
To: Nancy Newton COUNCIL
From: Chief Andrew Shearer BRIEFING
Subject: Police Update MEMORANDUM
ISSUE:
The Springfield Police Department was invited to share updates on the following topics: A.
Hiring and Staffing, B. Kenny Settlement OIR Recommendations, C. IA Pro Software, and D.
Body -Worn and In -Car Cameras.
COUNCIL GOALS/
MANDATE:
Strengthen Public Safety by Leveraging Partnerships and Resources
BACKGROUND:
Over the last four months, I have worked side by side with the committed and hardworking
sworn and professional staff of the Springfield Police Department. SPD is committed to
continually evaluating how we police in order to improve and meet the community's
expectations of their police department. As Chief, I am focused on utilizing the commonly
referenced six pillars of 21 st Century Policing as a model to strengthen the organization's
foundation. The six pillars of 21St century policing are:
1. Building trust and legitimacy,
2. Policy and oversight,
3. Technology and social media,
4. Community policing and crime reduction,
5. Training and education,
6. Officer wellness and safety.
For further reference, the executive summary section of The President's Task Force on 21 st
Century Policing Implementation Guide is included as Attachment 2.
SPD was asked to share an update on four primary topics of interest to City Council and the
community, to include: A. Hiring and Staffing, B. Kenny Settlement OIR Recommendations, C.
IA Pro Software, and D. Body -Worn and In -Car Cameras. Some history, the current status, and
other actions SPD is taking related to each topic are outlined in this memo and will be further
discussed in the October 25, 2021 presentation (refer to presentation slides in Attachment 3).
Hiring and Staffing Update
Entering fiscal year 2021-22, SPD had 122 authorized positions of which 103 positions are filled
as of the memo date. With the challenging local and national employee shortage and dynamic
variables impacting the law enforcement profession today, we must work harder than ever
before to recruit, hire and retain qualified candidates.
To improve hiring and staffing within the department, during the last three months SPD has
ramped up efforts to fill vacancies, to include:
• Enhanced marketing of open position application processes.
• Engaging in an aggressive program to recruit and hire lateral officers. Lateral officer
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hiring in particular has a benefit to have an expedited impact on vacancies.
• Leveraging the Public Information Coordinator to boost online presence in new and
creative ways.
• Incorporating new graphics within job postings.
• Creating a streamlined and flexible hiring process for added applicant convenience and
equity, including virtual chief's interviews and online psychological examinations.
• Consistently incorporating individuals from outside SPD on interview panels.
• Utilizing contracted background investigators for applicant backgrounds.
• Filling the Community Outreach Coordinator position with a focus towards building
relationships throughout Springfield to extend to a widened recruiting effort.
The scarcity of candidates and increasing competition among law enforcement agencies for
quality applicants requires SPD to have an efficient hiring process, without compromise to
standards. The hiring successes achieved with the recent efforts has been a team approach
between SPD and the City's Human Resource Department.
Kenny Settlement Recommendations
On March 31, 2019, SPD members conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle driven by Stacy Kenny,
where ultimately Stacy Kenney was shot and killed by an SPD sergeant. In September 2020, the
City reached a settlement with the estate of Stacy Kenny, which included an assessment of SPD
by Michael Gennaco of the OIR group. The assessment resulted in 33 recommendations for
changes to policy, practice, and protocols. The majority of the recommendations were for SPD,
while some recommendations were specific to the work of the Interagency Deadly Force
Investigation Team (IDFIT), led by the District Attorney.
Many of the recommendations are considered to be best practices and the department has taken
substantial steps toward implementation and completion. The full OIR report is available on the
SPD webpage and the thirty-three individual recommendations are listed on Attachment 4.
Within the October 25, 2021 Council presentation, discussion will include SPD's response to
each recommendation. Attachments 5 & 6, SPD Use of Force policy 1.5.1 and an SPD Public
Safety Statement respectively, are included as reference for the discussion. The City is drafting a
written response to the 33 recommendations, with an estimated completion timeline of 30-60
days. When the written response is final, it will be shared on the SPD webpage and available to
the public.
IA Pro Software
SPD is currently finalizing the implementation of IA Pro with Blue Team software that will
provide a framework of standardized, efficient work flow processes and reporting on
professional standards topics such as complaints, inquiries, commendations, use of force, and
pursuits. IA Pro software is used by law enforcement agencies throughout the nation, and
departments in Oregon, to include Eugene PD. IA Pro is an industry proven software that will
allow the department to gather data to inform the department on areas to improve and provide
analysis to share with Council and the public to improve transparency, increase accountability,
and build trust. The prior system relied on forms without the level of detail and centralized
tracking to support the necessary information to achieve professional excellence required today.
In May 2021, a contract was executed with the IA Pro vendor for $9,900 to include
implementation, training, and first year software maintenance expenses. System installation and
configuration occurred June -August 2021. In-person vendor led training was provided to
supervisors, field training officers and other users in late September 2021. The remaining users
are receiving virtual training and follow up in person discussions in October 2021, with a go live
goal of November 1, 2021.
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IA Pro will assist the department in multiple ways. The standardized work flow will support
supervisor review of incidents, as well as the related timelines and accountability of those
involved with the incident or review. IA Pro will also facilitate production of accurate and
actionable reports to support the management, accountability and transparency goals of the
department.
Body -worn and In -car Camera
The implementation of body -worn cameras are a significant step forward towards establishing a
policing culture of accountability and transparency. With support from the community, City
Council, City leadership and SPD staff, the body -worn camera (BWC) program was successfully
implemented the week of May 24th, 2021. SPD was able to simultaneously implement in -car
video (ICV) systems throughout the patrol fleet to more fully realize the goal of transparency
within police interactions. A BWC is available for every sworn officer in the department and 24
patrol vehicles are fully upfit with ICV systems. SPD's policy 36.1.1 Body Worn/In Car Video
Cameras is available for reference as Attachment 7.
The BWC and ICV programs will improve accountability for SPD members and for those
community members who are recorded during police interactions. Captured video has many
potential benefits, including serving as evidence in criminal cases that could produce improved
outcomes in terms of case clearance rates, provide evidence to review when allegations of
misconduct are made against officers, and support improved training by learning from actual
interactions.
In addition to the four topics outlined above, SPD has been actively engaging in deliberate
changes to improve effectiveness, mitigate risk, and build community trust. From growing
regional partner collaborations to critical incident responses, to evaluating the department
organization structure for additional effective management and service delivery strategies,
enacting purposeful and functional changes to patrol fleet appearance and the Justice Center
front lobby to foster positive community interaction, and development of a comprehensive Peer
Support Program, SPD is committed to engaging in positive change.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: No action is required. Council is asked for their time and input
on the four update topics.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF THE SIX
PILLARS BY TOPIC
Pillar One: Building Trust & Legitimacy
• Changing the culture of policing—guardian versus warrior culture of policing
• Role of policing in past injustices
• Culture of transparency and accountability
• Procedural justice: internal legitimacy
• Positive nonenforcement activities
• Research crime -fighting strategies that undermine or build public trust
• Community surveys
• Workforce diversity
• Decouple federal immigration enforcement from local policing
Pillar Two: Policy & Oversight
• Community input and involvement
• Use of force
• Nonpunitive peer review of critical incidents
• Scientifically supported identification procedures
• Demographic data on all detentions
• Mass demonstration policies
• Local civilian oversight
• No quotas for tickets for revenue
• Consent and informed search and seizure
• Officer identification and reason for stops
• Prohibit profiling and discrimination, in particular as it relates to LGBT and gender nonconforming
populations
• Encourage shared services between jurisdictions
• National Register of Decertified Officers
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Pillar Three: Technology & Social Media
• New technology standards for compatibility and interoperability
• Address human rights and privacy concerns
• Technology designed considering local needs and people with special needs
• Body -worn cameras and other emerging technologies
• Public records laws—update to keep up with emerging technologies
• Transparency and accessibility for the community through technology
• Develop new less than lethal technology
Pillar Four: Community Policing & Crime Reduction
• Community engagement in managing public safety
• Infuse community policing throughout law enforcement organizations
• Use multidisciplinary teams
• Protect the dignity of all
• Neighborhood problem solving
• Reduce aggressive law enforcement that stigmatizes youth
• Address the school -to -prison pipeline
• Youth engagement
Pillar Five: Training & Education
• High quality training and training innovation hubs
• Engage community members in trainings
• Leadership training for all officers
• National postgraduate program of policing for senior executives
• Incorporate the following in basic recruit and in-service trainings:
Policing in a democratic society
• Implicit bias and cultural responsiveness
• Social interaction skills and tactical skills
• Disease of addiction
• Crisis intervention teams (mental health)
• Reinforce policies on sexual misconduct and sexual harassment
• How to work with LGBT and gender nonconforming populations
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY OF THE SIX PILLARS BY TOPICS
• Higher education for law enforcement officers
• Use of technology to improve access to and quality of training
• Improve field training officer programs
Pillar Six: Officer Wellness & Safety
• Multifaceted officer safety and wellness initiative
• Promote officer wellness and safety at every level
• Scientifically supported shift lengths
• Tactical first aid kit and training
• Anti -ballistic vests for every officer
• Collect information on injuries and near misses as well as officer deaths
• Require officers to wear seat belts and bulletproof vests
• Pass peer review error management legislation
• Smart car technology to reduce accidents
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Excerpts from "Independent Critical Incident Review and Analysis of the Officer -Involved
Shooting Death of Stacy W. Kenny"
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Presented by: Michael Gennaco, OIR Group
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The following identifies report section headers and recommendations identified within the
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Investigative Issues
No Crime Scene Log Prepared
RECOMMENDATION ONE: SPD should develop protocols to ensure that a crime scene
log is maintained for any officer -involved shooting that occurs in its jurisdiction.
RECOMMENDATION TWO: SPD should advocate that IDFIT improve its protocols to
require each agency to maintain a crime scene log after an officer -involved shooting
that occurs in its jurisdiction.
Inadequate Scope of IDFIT Investigation
RECOMMENDATION THREE: SPD should advocate that the IDFIT protocols be modified
to ensure a broad scope of initial fact collection, including a full exploration of any
tactical decision-making and related force options preceding the use of deadly force.
Failure to Segregate Involved Officer and Witness Officers
RECOMMENDATION FOUR: SPD should develop officer -involved shooting policies to
ensure that involved and witness officers are segregated from each other and
chaperoned until interviews of them can be accomplished.
Inordinate Delay in Interviewing the Officer Who Used Deadly Force
RECOMMENDATION FIVE: SPD should work with its County partners to modify the IDFIT
protocols so that same shift interviews of officers involved in deadly force incidents
occur.
RECOMMENDATION SIX: Until the IDFIT protocols are appropriately modified, SPD
should conduct administrative interviews of involved officers prior to the end of shift.
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Inconsistency in Collection of Witness Officer Accounts
RECOMMENDATION SEVEN: SPD should advocate that IDFIT adopt consistent witness
officer interview protocols as follows: a. Statements should be obtained in an interview
room equipped with video-taping ability. b. Statements should be video recorded. c.
Statements should be transcribed and both recordings and transcriptions included in the
investigative file.
No Follow Up Interview of Witness Officer
RECOMMENDATION EIGHT: SPD should advocate that IDFIT provide training and
develop protocols for its members to ensure that all information volunteered about an
officer -involved shooting is formally and systematically collected.
Interview of Involved Officer Not Tape Recorded
RECOMMENDATION NINE: SPD should advocate for developing IDFIT's protocols to
require video interviews of involved officers to deadly force events.
Delayed Capture of Officer Response and Involvement
RECOMMENDATION TEN: SPD should advocate that IDFIT revise their officer involved
investigative protocols to ensure contemporaneous preparation of reports by law
enforcement personnel that respond to an officer -involved shooting or are otherwise
involved in collateral responsibilities relating to the investigation.
RECOMMENDATION ELEVEN: SPD should create written protocols indicating its
expectation that personnel who respond or carry out tasks relating to the officer
involved shooting investigation and who are not going to be interviewed
contemporaneously document their observations and any duties.
Missed Analysis of Taser Deployment
RECOMMENDATION TWELVE: Whenever a Taser is deployed in relation to an officer -
involved shooting incident, investigative authorities should request a full analysis from
the manufacturer.
Deadly Force Review Issues
SPD's Failure to Conduct an Administrative Investigation
RECOMMENDATION THIRTEEN: As a matter of course in a critical incident review, SPD
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Other Limitations in SPD's Administrative Review Process
Use of Force Review Board Should Not Include Officer Advocate
RECOMMENDATION FOURTEEN: SPD should modify its review policy to eliminate the
ability of the involved officer to select a department member for the Use of Force
Review Board.
RECOMMENDATION FIFTEEN:
(A) SPD should set out in writing minimal expectations for documentation of its Use of
Force Review Board deliberations, including requirements that each use of force event
go beyond the mere question of the appropriateness of the force and considered in
terms of:
• Tactical and other decision-making;
• Policy;
• Supervision;
• Training; and
• Equipment.
(B) SPD should require that the facts and analysis for any decision be set out in writing,
and that any recommendations that are identified clearly describe the concerns that
prompted them.
Review Board's Failure to Address Specific Questions Requested by Chief of Police
RECOMMENDATION SIXTEEN: In a deadly force event, the Use of Force Review Board
should be tasked with reviewing all decision-making and uses of force from the
inception of the incident and consider the performance of all involved officers, and any
shortcomings or gaps in the analysis should be rectified through executive direction.
Lack of a Mechanism for Implementation and Follow Through
RECOMMENDATION SEVENTEEN: SPD should devise protocols to ensure that any
accepted recommendations or identified training issues emerging from the Use of Force
Review Board (and endorsed by the Chief) are implemented by: • Assigning the
responsibility of implementation or development of training domains to specific SPD
personnel. • Delegating to an SPD command staff member the responsibility of ensuring
effective and timely implementation.
Attachment 4, Page 3 of 6
Providing Feedback to Involved Personnel
RECOMMENDATION EIGHTEEN: SPD should incorporate a debriefing phase into its Use
of Force Review Board process that would provide involved officers with a forum for
hearing the board's findings and analysis as well as an opportunity for the officer to
share his or her own perspective.
Further Gaps in SPD Analysis
Use of Force Board's Failure to Consider Officer Akins' Failure to Access Kenny's Prior Mental
Health Information
RECOMMENDATION NINETEEN: In relevant cases, SPD's Use of Force Review Board
should expressly consider whether the officer met agency expectations for accessing
available background information about subjects and should identify and remedy any
systemic impediments to access of such information.
Failure to Fully Consider Issues With 911 Call Center
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY: SPD's Use of Force Review Board should consider any
potential dispatch issues as part of any officer -involved shooting review and address any
systemic issues identified.
Failure to Consider Force in Terms of De -Escalation
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-ONE: SPD should develop policy requiring its officers to
deploy de-escalation techniques prior to resorting to force when feasible.
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-TWO: SPD should develop policy requiring its Use of Force
Review Board to consider as part of its review whether involved officers followed its de-
escalation training and policy.
No Analysis Regarding Use of "Focus" Blows
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-THREE: In evaluating a deadly force incident, the board
should consider and analyze the efficacy and appropriateness of all uses of force within
the incident.
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-FOUR: SPD should consider whether to eliminate the use
of "focus blows" as a force option or at least restrict their use as follows: a. Prohibit
focus blow strikes to the head b. Require focus blows to be delivered with palm strikes
c. Require focus blows to be restricted to no more than three strikes.
Attachment 4, Page 4 of 6
No Analysis Regarding Sergeant Lewis' Decision -Making
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-FIVE: When a supervisor is involved in a deadly force
incident, SPD should evaluate whether the supervisor's performance is in line with
Departmental expectations for a supervisor on scene.
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-SIX: In evaluating the use of deadly force, SPD should
consider whether its use would effectively eliminate any threat presented as well at its
own potential to increase the threat to officers and the public.
Insufficient Explication of Responding Officers' Tactical Deficiencies
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-SEVEN: SPD should devise policy and training instructing
officers not to reach into or enter a civilian vehicle unless there is certainty that the
operator cannot move the vehicle forward.
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-EIGHT: SPD should devise policy and training addressing
the inadvisability of trying to extract an individual through a vehicular window.
Failure to Identify Issues Relating to Taser Use
RECOMMENDATION TWENTY-NINE: Whenever the use of a Taser accompanies a deadly
force event, SPD Use of Force Review Board should consider the propriety of its use and
whether deployment met Departmental expectations.
RECOMMENDATION THIRTY: SPD should revise its Taser policy to limit deployment to
three cycles, prohibit activations longer than five seconds, and prohibit simultaneous
Taser activations by multiple officers.
Additional Issues/Concerns
No Formal Tracking of Force by Individual Officer
RECOMMENDATION THIRTY-ONE: SPD should create a written directive assigning the
task of analyzing uses of force by officer, identifying any outlier officers in using force,
and providing the analysis to the Chief and command staff.
District Attorney Press Conference with Springfield Chief of Police
RECOMMENDATION THIRTY-TWO: In the context of its own officer -involved shooting
matters, SPD should refrain from sitting at the table of any press event announcing the
results of a District Attorney review.
Attachment 4, Page 5 of 6
SPD Offered No Condolences to Kenny's Surviving Family
RECOMMENDATION THIRTY-THREE: In the immediate aftermath of a fatal officer -
involved shooting, the Chief of Police should reach out to surviving family members and
offer condolences for the loss.
Attachment 4, Page 6 of 6
GENERAL ORDER 1.5.1
INe of Force
GENERAL ORDER CROSS-REFERENCE: Chatter 47
SITMMARV
Establishes a procedure encompassing the use of force by Department members.
DISCUSSION
It is the policy of the Springfield Police Department t value aad preserve human life.
The use of force by police officers and detention officers is tte,� of concern to the public, as
well as to law enforcement. Officers are constantly i lved n numerous and varied human
encounters and when warranted, may use force in camp g out their duties. This Hepa ent
recognizes the use of force is a serious responsibility that\offictact.
nt evaluation.
Officers must understand and appreciate the liwY pa arly in
overcoming resistance from those with whom the)(ome iThe decision to use
force rests with each officer. It is expected officers will' hions in a professional,
impartial, and safe manner in accordancela and poldirectives.
The department prov es training to officers to preve e unnecessary use of force;
trains supervisors to adequMW conduct post -use -of -force investigations; and prepares members
for their reactions to stress duri n incident, as well as after an incident.
POLICY
I
USE OF FORCE
ers use only the force that is objectively reasonable to effectively bring an
incident der c of while, protecting the safety of the officer and others. Officers shall only
use the leveNf f ce which a reasonably prudent officer would use under the same or similar
circumstances. ers shall strive to use the minimum force necessary to accomplish their
lawful objectives. sonableness" of the force used shall be judged from the perspective of a
reasonable officer, th like or similar training and experience, on the scene at the time of the
incident.
Officers may use force in five general instances only;
1. Self-defense.
2. Defense of others.
3. To effect an arrest (including a Police Officer Hold (ORS 426.228).
4. To overcome resistance.
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To prevent escape.
ORS 131.615 governs the stopping of persons and provides:
(1) A peace officer who reasonably suspects that a person has committed or is about to
commit a crime may stop the person and, after informing the person that the peace officer is a
peace officer, make a reasonable inquiry.
(2) The detention and inquiry shall be conducted in the vicinity of the stop and for no
longer than a reasonable time. it
(3) The inquiry shall be reasonable if it is limited to:
(a) The immediate circumstances that arousebthe of suspi of criminal
activity; and
(b) Other circumstances arising during the course of the detentio quiry
that give rise to reasonable suspicion oTTriminal activity; and
(c) Ensuring the safety of the officer, the person stopped or other perso resent
including an inquiry regarding the preV& df weapons. Fir
(4) The inquiry may include a request for
circumstances specified in subsection (3) of this ;
otherwise subject to search or seizure undg�
(5) A peace officer ing a st ay use
make the stop and ensure th afety of eace o
are present.
to searc lation to the
iL to search items of evidence
-af force reasonably necessary to
person stopped or other persons who
ORS 810.410 go v he use of force w 1 e enforcing traffic crimes and infractions. In
accordance with this po officer may use the degree of force reasonably necessary to make
the stop apd ensure the sa the officer lie person stopped or other persons present.
161.205 st�tes thatre use of physical force upon another person that would
Istit
AVoffense is justifiable and not criminal under the following circumstance:
ng4Wer a reasonable belief that another person is about to commit suicide or to
inflict serious physical self -injury may use physical force upon that person to the extent that the
person reasonablelieves it necessary to thwart the result.
HB 4301 S n 7 (2020) states as follows:
(1) A peace officer may use physical force upon another person only when it is
objectively reasonable, under the totality of circumstances known to the peace officer, to believe:
(a) That the person poses an imminent threat of physical injury to the peace
officer or to a third person; or
(b) That the use of physical force is necessary to:
(A) Make a lawful arrest when the peace officer has probable cause to
believe the person has committed a crime; or
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(B) Prevent the escape from custody of the person when the peace officer
has probable cause to believe the person has committed a crime.
(2) A peace officer may use physical force upon another person under this section only
to the degree that the peace officer reasonably believes necessary to prevent physical injury
under subsection (a) of this section or to carry out a purpose described in subsection (b) of this
section.
(3) Prior to using physical force upon another person, if the peace officer has a
reasonable opportunity to do so, the police officer shall: -
(a) Consider alternatives such as verbal de-escalation, waiting
available resources and techniques if reasonable, safe and feas
(b) Give a verbal warning to the person that pkysical fila
provide the person with a reasonable opportu ity to com
Under HB 4301 Section 9 (2020) a reasonable lief that
offense means a reasonable belief in facts or circumstance&thic
offense. An officer who is making an arrest is
this policy unless the arrest is unlawful and is
other
and
an
would constitute an
y'sical force prescribed in
be u?Mwful.
Use of Deadly Phy orce 1W
HB 4301 Section 8 (2020) governs fie law se of d ly force. In accordance with
this policy and state law a �cer may use deadly onlyen it is objectively reasonable,
under the totality of circumus�fices known to the polic (icer, to believe that the person poses
an imminent threat of death or strious physical injury the police officer or to a third person
and the use of deadly physiggl force is necessary to:
(1) ke a law st when the police officer has probable cause to believe the person
Sas corm�ed en felony:
100 Lserioujjal�ysical
Defend the police of r a third person from the imminent threat of death or
injury.
(3)using deadly physical force upon another person, if the police officer has a
re le opportunity to do so, the police officer shall:
(a) ConWr alternatives such as verbal de-escalation, waiting, using other available
resources and techniques if reasonable, safe and feasible, or using a lesser degree
of force; and
(b) Give a verbal warning to the person that deadly physical force may be used and
provide the person a reasonable opportunity to comply.
(4) As used in this section, "violent felony has the meaning given that term in ORS
419A.004. "Violent felony" means any offense that, if committed by an adult, would
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constitute a felony and:
(a) Involves actual or threatened serious physical injury to a victim; or
(b) Is a sexual offense. As used in this paragraph "sexual offense" has the meaning
given the term sex crime in ORS 163A.005.
Under HB 4301 Section 9 (2020) a reasonable belief that a person has committed an
offense means a reasonable belief in facts or circumstances, which if true, would constitute an
offense. An officer who is making an arrest is justified in using the physical force prescribed in
this policy unless the arrest is unlawful and is known by the officer to be unlawful.
II '
AUTHORIZED WEAPONSAND FIREARMS
GO 1.6.1 provides direction on department authorized weapons and theiruse. r to
being authorized to carry a firearm or other department issued weapons, all officers s e
provided a copy of GO 1.6.1 and receive instructioji on its provisions.
Given that no policyWasonably predicts every ffluation an officer may encounter in the
field, it is recognized that each officer must be entrusted with well -reasoned discretion in
determining the appropriate use of force for each incident. While it is the ultimate objective of
every law enforcement egcouifter to minimize m��ury to everyone involved, nothing in this policy
requires thee(icer to actuall sustain physical injury before applying reasonable force.
plica o of for a member of this department shall be evaluated by the
Stan asonableness." s standard recognizes that officers are expected to make split
seco ns aM the amount of time available to respond to changing circumstances may
impact ai4 officer's.drecision. When evaluating the level of force to be applied, or whether an
officer has used reasonable force, a number of factors shall be taken into consideration. Those
factors include b are not limited to:
1. The duct of the individual being confronted (as reasonably perceived by the
officer at the time).
2. Officer/subject factors (age, size, relative strength, skill level, injury/exhaustion,
number of officers vs. subjects).
3. Influence of drugs or alcohol.
4. Proximity of weapons.
5. Availability of other options including de-escalation techniques (What resources
are reasonably available to the officer under the circumstances).
6. Seriousness of the suspected offense or reason for contact with the individual.
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7. Training and experience of the officer.
8. Potential for injury to citizens, officers, and suspects.
9. Risk of escape.
10. Other exigent circumstances.
IV
DE-ESCALATION
For the purposes of this section "de-escalation" is defined as follows: &king action or
communicating verbally or non -verbally during a potential force encounter in an attempt to
stabilize the situation and reduce the immediacy of the threat so that more time, ions and
resources can be called upon to resolve the situation without e of with duction in
the force necessary.
6 It is the policy of the Springfield Police Departi�fent th he totality o
circumstances reasonably known to the officer indicate it is safe, prudent, and feasible o so,
the officer shall use de-escalation techniques. 0
De-escalation techniques include but are not lirlgted to:
1. Calling for additional officers. The n-umbqWf officaLon scene may increase the
available force options, a circumstance wh has tfilTbtential to increase the ability of
the officer(s) to reduc he over�ll amount of forced used.
2. Requesting specialty Isis ance, h as Crisis Negotiators or Mental Health workers.
3. Tactical repositioning
4. Using distance, cov4and concealm
5. Containment of the threat or scene
6. Comjnunicating from safe position to gain the subject's compliance through the use of
verbal persuasion, aNnts, and warnings. Generally, communication techniques
ld engage aftivto calm agitated individuals and promote rational decision-
aking.
to HB 4301 Section 7 (2020), whenever possible and when such delay will not
compromis safety of the officer or another and will not result in the destruction of evidence,
escape of a su let or commission of a crime, an officer shall allow an individual reasonable
time and olvortunitako submit to verbal commands before force is used.
An officer is not expected to employ de-escalation techniques that could jeopardize the
safety of the community or any officer. The immediacy of a threat or the need to take immediate
action to prevent death or serious physical injury may foreclose the utilization of the de-
escalation techniques by officers. If force is used officers may either escalate or de-escalate their
use of force as the situation progresses or as circumstances change.
The application of de-escalation techniques will be reviewed using an objectively
reasonable officer standard.
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All officers shall receive annual training designed to reinforce the department's policy
objective of minimizing the number of use of force incidents.
All officers shall receive annual training designed to provide techniques for the use of
and reinforce the importance of de-escalation.
LTA
CHOKE HOLDS, HEAD, NECK AND BACK RESTRAIVtS
.. ..NMI
circulation of the blood of another
ssi?ke to the throat or neck of the other
MED^ALA ISTA
Medical assistance shall obtained as soon as it is safe to do so for subjects who have
sustained physical injury reasonably requiring medical attention, complained of injury, sustained
serious physical injury, or have bee rendered unconscious. Medical attention for superficial
injuries will be at the discretion of the ty supervisor. See GO 1.6.1, XI for specific
treatment for -individuals whose primary is due to their exposure to chemical agents or a
Conduct ( W- Electrical Weapon Taser`f.
Z
VII
OFFICER REPORTING REOUIREMENTS
Officernotify their supervisor as soon as practical following the application of
physical force anthe use of force involves the use of Conducted Electrical Weapon (CEW
- Taser), chemical a nts, impact weapons (i.e. baton or asp), focused blows, lateral vascular
neck restraint, hobble, firearms, or any force resulting in injury or complaint of injury.
Except when an officer's use of force causes death or serious injury or involves the
intentional discharge of a firearm at another person, which shall be handled in accordance with
provisions of sections IX through X, officers shall include information in their incident report
describing:
1. Level of resistance (i.e. static, escape, physical resist, assault officer).
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circulation of the blood of another
ssi?ke to the throat or neck of the other
MED^ALA ISTA
Medical assistance shall obtained as soon as it is safe to do so for subjects who have
sustained physical injury reasonably requiring medical attention, complained of injury, sustained
serious physical injury, or have bee rendered unconscious. Medical attention for superficial
injuries will be at the discretion of the ty supervisor. See GO 1.6.1, XI for specific
treatment for -individuals whose primary is due to their exposure to chemical agents or a
Conduct ( W- Electrical Weapon Taser`f.
Z
VII
OFFICER REPORTING REOUIREMENTS
Officernotify their supervisor as soon as practical following the application of
physical force anthe use of force involves the use of Conducted Electrical Weapon (CEW
- Taser), chemical a nts, impact weapons (i.e. baton or asp), focused blows, lateral vascular
neck restraint, hobble, firearms, or any force resulting in injury or complaint of injury.
Except when an officer's use of force causes death or serious injury or involves the
intentional discharge of a firearm at another person, which shall be handled in accordance with
provisions of sections IX through X, officers shall include information in their incident report
describing:
1. Level of resistance (i.e. static, escape, physical resist, assault officer).
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2. Weapon used by suspect.
3. Type of force applied (i.e. CEW, direct contact, OC, physical control, impact
weapons.
4. Any injuries sustained by department personnel.
5. Any injury to the suspect or threat of injury to another person.
6. Any medical treatment obtained by the suspect or department personnel
7. Any other reasonably relevant information that explains or justifies the officer's
use of force, such as factors listed in section III of this policy.
VIII
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervisors shall review the facts and circumstancestf eae*use f.rce inckent to
ensure compliance with State law and Department policy. If the supervisor determines
noncompliance, or questions its compliance, with State Law and Department Policy, thk shall
forward their findings to the Chief of Police with the request that the case be assigned further
investigation. 0
Copies of all reports involving the use of f all be rou d to the Professional
Standards Sergeant for review. If the Professional Standards SergeanWetermines
forward their findings to the Chief of Police with th
investigation. .
the case be assigned for further
*44W
1ILITIES IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE USE OF
DEADLY FORCE INCIDENT
involMl&the use"adly force.
deadl
or a member who has used nhvsical force azainst. or
Public Safety Statement - a required response by a member to questions asked by
an on -scene supervisor to elicit information necessM to protect life, preserve evidence,
and/or ensure public safety.
Witness Member - a Department member who observes or has firsthand
knowledge of the events surrounding an in -custody death or the use of deadly physical
force by another member, and other than observing the incident, did not use deadly
nhvsical force. Additionallv. a member who observes or has firsthand knowledge of the
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events surrounding a member's direction to another to use deadly force.
The involved member(s) shall notify an on -duty supervisor as soon as practicable that
they are an involved member, as defined in this Order.
If directed by the on -scene supervisor, the involved member(s) shall provide a Public
Safety Statement. The on -scene supervisor shall then read from the Springfield Police
Department Public Safety Statement (G.O. 1.5.1 Attachment A), asking the listed questions
exactly as written, and take necessary action based on the answers. The Supervisor will
disseminate public safety information immediately via radio or as otherwise appropriate. After
providing any required Public Safety Statement to the on -scene supervisor, involved member(s)
may consult with their union and/or legal representative. The involved member(s) may elect to
provide a voluntary statement and on -scene walk-through to Abe investiLyatinLy IDFIT Detective.
voluntary statement and on -scene walk-through.
witness to the incident. If directed by the on -scene
0
Sta
te. After
S
ie on -,scene su r that the
ervisor, witness members shall provid
u ervisor 01OLtben read"from th'
int iG.O. 1.5. chment A asking the
Oa n based o e answers. The
1 im atel via radio or as otherwise
etv Sta ement to the on -scene supervisor.
On -Scene Supervisor: TaQn-scene supervisdWall take immediate action to:
Statement;
5. If ambulance transport is required, ensure that someone other than the involved or
witness member(s) is assigned to accompany. t�jured member or communitX
member to the hospital in the ambulance;
6. Ensure that a single _ entrypoint into and out of the scene is established and advise
dispatch of its location;
7. Ensure that a Crime Scene Log is maintained at the entrypoint;
8. Ensure notification of the appropriate command officers, IDFIT, the Chief of Police,
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Risk Management, union representatives, and others as may be appropriate.
The on -scene supervisor is responsible for the immediate safety of the public and
preservation of the scene. Supervisors shall also consider officer safety and the safety of those
persons entering or exiting the area, including those rendering medical aid to any injured parties.
Once an officer has assumed or been assigned to maintain the integrity and security of the crime
or disaster scene, the officer shall maintain the crime or disaster scene until he/she is properly
relieved by a supervisor, detective supervisor or other designated person.
The on -scene supervisor shall initiate a written Crime Scene Loa as so& as practical and
consider the following information when accomplishing the crime scene log:
appropriate.
2. Access to the scenes shall be limited too those offic who must ente�for
criminal investigative purpose.
3. The Crime Scene Log (Crime Scene Log)identify all persons entering the scene(s),
4. When not needed for medical and fire su r ssion effo'MmUre and ambulance
personnel should be excluded from the crime scene. IV
5.
removed from a scene, without approval of the scene supervisor, unless absolutely
necessary for nul&c or officer safety or the preservation of evidence. If removal
identity of the personremoving the described object, the reason for removal, and the
to removal.
lqqlL
lot
r Res o Of cers: An Officer that responds to but was not directly involved in
or w' s to an inc' t involvingthe use of DeadlyPhysical Force shall as soon a reasonabl
rude d rior e end of his/her shiftpreparea police report documentinghis/her actions
observat' a other relevant conduct.
Scene onsibilitv: Once an officer has assumed or been assiizned to maintain the
designatedperson.
The officer that has assumed or been assigned to maintain the integrity and security of the
crime or disaster scene shall continue to maintain a written Crime Scene Log as soon as practical
and consider the following information when accomplishing the crime scene log:
1. The scene(s) must be secured immediately with a perimeter of sufficient distance to
safeguard evidence. In some circumstances, an inner and an outer perimeter may be
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appropriate.
2. Access to the scene(s) shall be limited to onlv those officials who must enter for
3.
9
5.
criminal investigative purpose.
The Crime Scene Log (Crime Scene Log) identify all persons entering the scene(s),
the time of their entry and exit, and the reason for entry.
When not needed for medical and fire suppression efforts, fire and ambulance
personnel should be excluded from the crime scene.
Unless exigent circumstances exist, no items shall be moved inside the scene(s), or
removed from a scene, without approval of the scene supervisor, unless absolutelX
necessary for public or officer safety or the preservation of evidence. If removal
without approval is necessary, the removal must be logged. The log shall state the
identity of the person removing the described object, the reason for removal, and the
time of removal. The item should be nhotoaranhad in itsmisinal locdti.al. and if
possible, diagramed prior to removal.
When an officer's use of force: (1) involves thele
another person, (2) causes death or serious physical injul
as defined in ORS 161.015(8), (3) involves OnTenmediate
suspect or officer suffers a physical injury requirin c
i W (serious physical injury
force events in which a
ent from a licensed medical
provider,(4) involves any f force referred by at srviso?1'F6r further investigation, or (5)
involves an unintentional diNfiarge of � firearm causing death or physical injury, the following
procedures shall be followed:
device c
shotgun
1: For p rpos s of the followm�ctions, the term "firearm" shall exclude any
Zr usedA project a missile other than a bullet or shot, such as gas guns, use of a
firearm for discharging feroi rounds, less -lethal type rounds, or other special
purpose roWds designe(1 for i ate objects, except when such use results in physical injury
or dem of any person. j
s use of a firearm or any other weapon has caused death or serious
physical in at weapon shall be taken into custody by an IDFIT investigator, supervisor, or
command of The weapon of any officer shall also be surrendered, upon direction, to a
supervisor for to en necessary to determine which weapon caused injury and/or death. No
officer shall refuse urrender any weapon. Unless circumstances deem otherwise, the
supervisor shall, as soon as possible, replace the surrendered weapon.
The department shall conduct an investigation, which may include separate
administrative, civil liability, or criminal investigations. The provisions of this policy govern
administrative investigations. If assigned, criminal and civil liability investigations will be
conducted in accordance with law and procedure governing these types of investigations.
Involved officers shall be treated with sensitivity and will be afforded all their
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constitutional rights. As appropriate, they will be provided opportunities to confer with their
attorney, association representative, clergy, psychologist, psychiatrist, etc.
Any in-depth interviews shall take place in a non -coercive, neutral environment, removed
from the scene. The interview site shall be chosen taking the emotional and physical state of the
involved officer into account. Every effort shall be made to minimize the number of interviews
conducted. The officer shall be afforded a reasonable period to prepare for the interview and to
allow for response of the officer's attorney and/or association representative. Reasonable breaks
shall be afforded the officer during the course of the interview.
XI
FORCE REVIEW COMMI EE
A Force Review Committee shall be appointe review every use of force., described in
section IX, paragraph 2. The Committee will t appoi ed by the Chief of Police ad '11 have
three standing members to include the Patrol Division CorhmAvder, the Defensive Tac
Supervisor and the Firearms Instructor Supervisor. The standin embers will be pr d
specific training (DPSST certified) on conducting4mioistrati estigaths and re ew of
deadly force events. All members of the Force Re ew Committe at a minimum have
completed the 40 hour CIT training prior to being appoi d a IN
ee member and one of the
three standing members will be recognirin%the
e D ent as having an expertise in crisis
intervention training. Ad hoc members in d officer's supervisor, and a
firearms or defensive tactics instructor. The involve icer may select one other sworn
member of the Department to serve on the Committee e Patrol Division Commander shall
chair the Committee.
The Committee s etermine findings o act as to the circumstances surrounding the
use of force. hal 'der the reasonableness of the officer's actions in accordance with
law and t Ines of t licy. The p�inary goals of the Committee are to thoroughly
exami of force incident � entify areas for improvement in training, tactics, equipment
or pIffichanges that will bette repare Department personnel for future use of force events
and BaWsonab'ILigtematives to the actions taken that could potentially eliminate or reduce the
likelih63W af the intermediate or greater level of force in the future. The Committee will
examine not only the actual use of force, but the events/tactics and decision making of each
involved officer t led up to the utilization of force and make appropriate recommendations as
to policy or trainlWC
difications. The Committee shall forward their findings to the Chief of
Police in writing.
The written response from the Committee will be a report in a fixed format consisting of
the following sections:
Incident Summary
Timelines
Identification of Involved Personnel
Debriefs of each Involved Officer
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Observations concerning:
1. Pre -use -of -force decision making that includes identification of key decision points
for each involved officer, whether de-escalation was reasonably safe, prudent, and
feasible and if so, whether attempts at de-escalation were made.
2. Policy
3. Supervision
4. Training; and
5. Equipment and Personnel.
Findings, concerning:
1. Equipment and personnel; and
2. Whether the involved officers' pre -use -of -force tactical decision in g was
consistent with training and policy.
Recommendations and Conclusions.
The Committee is not charged with making a*scip recommendations.
The Chief of Police will make the final decision r the officer's use of force was
within policy. The Chief of Police shall provide the i6*ve cer with a written statement of
his findings within a reasonable time.
F
so choose, may respond to the Use of Force Committee forlIlkideration prior to the
committee's presentation toAke Chief of Police.
IV
If the use of force is det ed not to be withi olicy, one or more of the following
actions shall be taken:
law or Department rules or regulation is substantiated, the matter
in accordate with Departmental disciplinary procedures.
it i med to be caused by inadequate training, the matter shall be
he Professional Standards and Training Sergeant to ensure proper
rovided.
or injury is caused by an accident, the matter may be dealt with as
or training depending upon the circumstances.
The Chief of Police is also responsible for implementation of the recommendations for
change in policy, supervision, training, equipment and personnel, if any, within six months of the
date of the report.
XIII
USE OF FORCE INVESTIGATION REPORTS
Use of force summaries and Force Review Committee findings shall be maintained by
the Professional Standards and Training Unit. The Professional Standards and Training Sergeant
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shall, on an annual basis, conduct an analysis to determine the need for training and or policy
modifications.
XIV
MEMBERS INVOLVED IN DEATH/SERIOUS INJURY INCIDENTS
A member whose use of force results in serious injury or death to any person shall be
placed on administrative leave with pay. The on -duty supervisor or Command Officer may
direct such action pending approval by the Chief of Police. The administrativ ave with pay
shall be for a period of time which allows for the initial administrative review.
Following the initial administrative review, which is to detepre
the incident, the member may be returned to regular ormodifiedduty Na a
Employees shall be encouraged to make full a of the Employee Assistanc
G.O. 22.3.2 Employee Wellness provides information on available emp ee assist
programs.
Chi
facts of
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SPRINGFIELD POLICE PUBLIC SAFETY STATEMENT
**Supervisors will not ask why or how the involved officer(s) reacted to the incident**
Supervisor Name
Officer Name
Badge #/DPSST #
Badge #/DPSST #
Date Time
Date Time
Incident Description Incident Location Incident Case #
DIRECTIONS TO ON -SCENE SUPERVISOR:
You are about to compel a statement from employees involved in a critical incident. You shall not deviate
from this procedure or its content. One statement card shall be completed for each officer/employee
involved.
You will document the officer (s) answers provided in a written incident report which shall contain that the
Public Safety Statement was formerly given to the involved officer (s), the content of the answers and
information provided by the involved officer(s), and that the supervisor did not deviate from this compelled
statement.
"Officer , I am directing you to provide me a public safety statement. Due to
the immediate need to take action, you are ordered to answer my questions regarding the incident you
were involved in. If you refuse to answer any questions relating to the performance of your official
duties, you will be subject to disciplinary action, which could include dismissal from Department
employment. You do not have the right to wait for legal or union representation before answering these
limited questions."
The supervisor shall then read the following bolded statement, ask the listed questions exactly as written, and
take necessary action based on the answers. The Supervisor will disseminate public safety information
immediately via radio or as otherwise appropriate.
"At this time and to the best of your knowledge, please answer the following:"
Are you injured and if so, what are your injuries?
2. If you know of anyone who was injured, what is his or her location?
3. From where and in what direction did you fire rounds?
4. From where and in what direction did the suspect(s) fire rounds?
5. If suspects are outstanding, what are their descriptions?
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Supervisor: If there are no outstanding suspects, proceed directly to question # 6, otherwise ask
questions # 5a -e:
5a. What was their direction of travel?
5b. How long have they been gone?
5c. For what crimes are they wanted?
5d. With what weapons were they armed?
5e. Are there any other safety risks known about the outstanding suspect(s)?
6. Does any evidence need protection and if so, where is it?
7. Are there any known witnesses?
8. Where are they located?
The supervisor shall then state:
"Officer , in order to prevent the contamination of your statement, I order
you not to discuss this incident with anyone, including your supervisors, prior to the arrival of the
assigned investigating agency responsible for the criminal investigation, with the exception of your union
and legal representation."
The officer should now be encouraged to contact his/her family to inform them of the general type of incident
they have been involved in, without disclosing facts or details of the incident.
The supervisor will make sure the officer(s) Springfield Police Association (SPA) president and/or union
representative are contacted, and advised of the situation as soon as possible.
The supervisor will make sure any/all body cameras are seized and secured per department policy. Absent
exigent circumstances, the supervisor who obtains Public Safety Statements shall remain at the scene to provide
information to responding investigators. The supervisor will not ask any further questions other than those listed
on this form. A copy of this form including the officers' responses to the questions asked will be made for SPA
and/or their attorney as soon as possible.
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GENERAL ORDER 361.1
Body Worn I In Car Video Cameras
SUMMARY
Body-worn/In Car Video cameras are reported to be an effective law enforcement tool that
reduces officer/citizen confrontations and enhances the understanding of interactions between officers
and the public. They are also beneficial in resolving citizen complaints as they typically show the officer
acted in an appropriate and professional manner.
Body-worn/In Car Video cameras allow for additional documentation of arrests and critical
incidents, plus enhancing the accuracy of officer reports and testimony. Cameras are also useful in
documenting crime scenes and crash scenes or other events that include the collection, confiscation,
and documentation of evidence.
The Department recognizes that a video camera can only capture images in its direct field of
view and with a "2D" not "W' depth of perception. Therefore they cannot capture the full story, nor do
they show the entire scene, environmental conditions, surrounding circumstances, and safety concerns
that officers are constantly assessing. The Department also recognizes that some body-worn/In Car
Video cameras capture images in lower light conditions than the human eye can and these images will
not be visible to the officer(s). The use of body-worn/In Car Video cameras does not reduce the
requirements to provide thorough written documentation of an incident. Persons reviewing recordings
derived from body-worn/In Car Video cameras must also be cautious before reaching conclusions about
what the recordings show. Such recordings may not represent a complete record of the involved officer's
perspective or perception of the involved incident.
The body-worn/In Car Video cameras will be utilized to (1) collect evidence for prosecution
of offenses, (2) record contacts with the public in order to secure additional unbiased evidence in
connection with investigations, (3) under specified situations (addressed herein) allow for supervisory
review to ensure Department policies and procedures are followed, and (4) capture events and actions
that would be helpful in future trainings.
Body-worn/hi Car Video camera systems are a developing technology, changes in the law will
create mandatory changes in this policy. Modifications in body-worn/In Car Video .camera policy will
be negotiated between the City and the Springfield Police Association (SPA) in good faith.
Body -worn cameras (BWC) - camera systems designed to be worn by police officers to capture
digital evidence.
In Car Video (ICV)- is defined as any electronic device that is permanently mounted on any patrol
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vehicle, whether marked or unmarked, and records video/audio files as digital evidence.
Metadata - includes any digital identifiers that are captured as part of the actual recording (e.g.,
date/time, GPS coordinates, incident category, etc.), plus data entered by the officer.
Video Pre Buffer- video Pre -buffer is continuous video looping that incorporates into
the recorded video upon initiation of pressing the system's record button. The Video Pre -
buffer is configured to 30 seconds and without any audio recording.
POLICY
This policy is intended to provide direction on when and how to use body-worn/In Car
Video cameras and related video evidence. Use of body-worn/In Car Video cameras for any purpose
other than in accordance with this policy is prohibited without the written approval of the Chief of
Police or authorized designee. This policy is also designed to establish guidelines for the acquisition,
use, maintenance, retention, labeling, duplication, and destruction of video files, and to identify the
responsibilities of officers, supervisors and administration.
This policy does not apply to lawful surreptitious audio/video recording interception of
communications for authorized investigative purposes.
The Department and officers will use body-worn/In Car Video cameras consistent with state
and federal law and department policy.
OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES/BWC's
BWCs shall be worn by all officers and supervisors working a uniformed assignment in
patrol operations. (Patrol operations include the Traffic Unit, K9 Unit and School Resource
Officers (SROs).
2. Other uniformed personnel not assigned to the patrol division or SRO program may wear a
BWC if approved by the Chief of Police or authorized designee. Any sworn member, who
does not routinely wear a BWC, will check with the on -duty supervisor for availability of a
BWC. Incidents such as protests, dignitary protection or traffic control at special events may
fall under this scenario.
3. Prior to using a body -worn camera, officers shall receive department -approved training on
the proper operation, care and the department's policy with respect to the use of the body -
worn camera. Training shall be provided as necessary to ensure the continued effective use
of the equipment, proper calibration and performance, and to incorporate changes, updates,
or other revisions in policies or equipment.
4. Officers shall wear body -worn cameras on the torso and in a position designed to produce
an effective recording. Motorcycle officers may wear the department approved alternative
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style body -worn camera equipment above the torso or as otherwise directed.
Officers shall only use BWC equipment issued by the department. Personnel shall not
remove, dismantle or tamper with any hardware/software component or part of the
BWC. Officers may not use privately owned body worn cameras while on duty.
6. In the event that a body -worn camera is lost, upon discovery, the officer shall
immediately notify his/her supervisor.
7. Officers shall only use body -worn cameras in conjunction with official department duties.
S. Equipment inspection and function check will be addressed in training.
OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIESIICV
1. The In Car Video camera system is designed to turn on automatically whenever the patrol car
emergency lights are activated. The system may be manually activated by the officer (s) in
other circumstances.
2. The ICV will be activated under any circumstances listed under the ACTIVATION section of
this policy if applicable.
3. Anytime the vehicle is in use the video system shall be powered on.
4. Officers will position the police vehicle with highest regard for the safety of the officer, the
violator, and the general public at all times. Officers shall attempt to position the In Car Video
camera in such a way as to best capture the incident. However, officers shall not compromise
their safety in order to obtain video.
SUPERVISOR & POLICE DIGITAL EVIDENCE TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervisors shall ensure officers are equipped with BWC/ICV devices prior to taking calls for
service. In the event an officer fails to properly tag and categorize a video, the Digital Evidence
Technician shall compare the video meta -data to CAD data to determine the appropriate categorization
with regards to State mandated retention requirements.
In the event of a technical issue or malfunctioning of the BWC/ICV, officers shall contact the
Digital Evidence Technician so the Digital Evidence Technician can, inspect the equipment, view the
relevant footage, and troubleshoot or resolve the problem.
The responsibilities of the Digital Evidence Technician will pertain to any designee acting in the
absence of the Digital Evidence Technician. Any designee must be appointed by Command Staff or the
Records Manager.
ACTIVATION
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Oregon State Law requires that body -worn cameras be set to record when the officer wearing the
camera develops reasonable suspicion or probable cause to believe that a crime or violation has
occurred, is occurring or will occur, and the officer begins to make contact with person(s) suspected of
committing the offense. The officers will not cease recording until the termination of the officer's
participation in the contact.
Officers should activate the recorder any time they believe it would be appropriate or valuable
to record an incident.
The body-worn/ln Car Video camera shall be activated in any of the following situations.
1) All enforcement and investigative contacts including stops and field interview (FI) situations.
2) Traffic stops including, but not limited to, traffic violations, stranded motorist assistance, and
all crime interdiction stops.
3) Any contact that becomes adversarial after the initial contact in a situation that would not
otherwise require recording.
4) Body-worn/In Car Video cameras are not required to be activated when taking routine reports
from victims or witnesses when the suspect is not on scene. Officers have the discretion to
turn the camera on if they believe the contact with the victim/witness is appropriate.
5) Other circumstances the officer believes video recording may add value or clarity to an
incident.
6) Prisoner and courtesy transports.
At NO time is an officer expected to jeopardize their safety or impair a criminal investigation in
order to activate the body -worn camera. However, the camera should be activated in situations
described above as soon as practicable.
If an officer fails or is unable to activate a body worn/In Car Video camera upon initial contact,
the officer shall verbally record the reason on the BWC/In Car Video recording once the BWC/In Car
Video recording is activated and the officer shall document the reason(s) in their report.
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NOTIFICATION OF RECORDINGS
At the beginning of an interaction (or as soon as safe and practicable), officers shall notify all
parties to the conversation that a recording is being made unless the situation is exempt from
notification pursuant to a court order under ORS 133.726 (prostitution offenses, felonies when exigency
makes obtaining a warrant unreasonable, certain felony drug offenses) or the limited exception in ORS
165.540 (felonies that endanger human life). This notification should be included in the recording when
possible. Exceptions can be made when the announcement may impair a criminal investigation or
jeopardize officer safety or the safety of any other person.
Officers shall notify personnel assisting from outside agencies whenever either video or audio
recording is in use, Officers shall not compromise their safety in order to provide notification, but shall
provide notification once it is safe to do so.
III
PRIVACY CONSIDERATIONS
Officers should remain sensitive to the dignity of all individuals being recorded and exercise
sound discretion to respect privacy by discontinuing recording whenever it reasonably appears to the
officer that such privacy may outweigh any legitimate law enforcement interest in recording. Requests by
members of the public to stop recording should be considered using this same criteria. Recording should
resume when the privacy is no longer at issue unless the circumstances no longer fit the criteria for
recording. Officers have no obligation to stop recording in response to a citizen request if the recording is
pursuant to an investigation, arrest, lawful search, or the circumstances clearly dictate that continued
recording is necessary. Examples and situations include, but are not limited to:
1. A witness or victim who wishes to remain anonymous or refuses to provide a statement
if recorded and the encounter is non -confrontational
2. Recordings that would jeopardize safety planning for victims
3. Recordings that would disclose private security measures of residences or businesses
4. Recordings that would interfere with the ability to conduct an investigation due to
sensitive circumstances (e.g., nudity, presence of child pornography)
Requests by members of the public to stop recording should be considered using this same
criterion. Recording should resume when privacy is no longer an issue unless the circumstances no
longer fit the criteria for recording. The request to turn the body-worn/In Car Video camera off should be
recorded, as well as the officer's response, and included in the report narrative. If no report is generated,
the officer shall ensure documentation is made in the CAD incident and such documentation shall
include the reason for deactivation.
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IV
JUVENILES
It is recognized that recordings of juvenile offenders will occur by the use of body-worn/In Car
Video cameras when officers are responding to calls for service or during the course of an investigation.
Recordings of juveniles captured with the body-worn/In Car Video cameras will be protected the same
as still photographs of juveniles.
V
DEACTIVATION or FAIL TO RECORD
Officers shall continue recording until the incident is complete.
Deactivation
If the recording is discontinued before the incident is complete, the officer will verbally record
their reason for deactivating the device. Additionally, the officer will document the reason for the
deactivation in their report narrative, if a report is written for the incident. If no report is generated, the
officer shall ensure documentation is made in the CAD incident and such documentation shall include
the reason for deactivation.
For purposes of this policy, an incident is considered complete when an objectively reasonable
officer would consider the incident to have reached a logical ending, up to and including the transfer of
an arrestee into the custody of another agency. For example, the point at which a jail deputy takes
custody of the arrestee.
The camera must remain on continuously until:
1. The officer's direct participation in the incident is complete or there is a significant period
of inactivity or other breaks from direct participation in the incident.
2. All persons stopped have been released.
An arrestee has been transported to a detention facility. The BWC shall remain activated at
all times while the officer is in the presence of the arrestee and until the arrestee is secured
in the holding cell or processing room, or until custody of the arrestee has been transferred
to SMJ or LCJ personnel in the booking area of the jail and the officer no longer has contact
with the arrestee. Officers shall comply with LCJ body -cam policies when booking an
arrestee into the Lane County Jail.
4. A supervisor has authorized (on camera) that recording may cease.
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Fail to Record
If an officer fails to activate a body -worn camera/In Car Video or fails to record the entire
contact the officer shall document the reason(s) in their report. If no report is generated, the officer
shall ensure documentation is made in the CAD incident and such documentation shall include the
reason for deactivation.
VI
RECORDING RESTRICTIONS
The purpose of a body-worn/In Car Video -camera is to obtain evidence and information
relevant to the incident.
Body-worn/ln Car Video cameras should not be used to record:
1. Interviews with child abuse victims.
2. Interviews with sexual assault victims.
3. In any location where individuals have a reasonable expectation of privacy (such as a
restroom, locker rooms, break room, fitness room, or in other similar areas in the Justice
Center), or during roll call training, briefings and/or incident debriefings, in-service training,
and/or departmental meetings.
4. Unless responding to a call in which the suspect is thought to be present, Officers should not
normally record patients during medical, health care provider, or psychological evaluation by
a clinician or similar health care facility or during treatment, unless necessitated by
investigatory or safety concerns. The body -worn camera should rernain activated inside a
hospital/medical treatment setting if the officer is conducting his/her investigation and the
individual being recorded is being interviewed or otherwise presenting evidence relevant to
the investigation (including behavior of the suspect that is germane to the state of mind and
criminal culpability of the suspect).
Employees shall be aware of patients' rights to privacy when in hospital settings. When
recording in hospitals and other medical facilities, officers should be careful to avoid
recording persons other than the suspect or witnesses that are deemed relevant to the matter
being investigated.
Communications made in a psychiatric facility, unless otherwise permissible under this
policy.
6. Encounters with undercover officers or confidential informants.
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7. When an officer is engaged in conversations with individuals with whom the officer is in a
privileged relationship (e.g., spouse, attorney, police peer counselor, labor representative).
8. Clergy, health care provider, etc.
9. Casual communications with other police personnel.
10. When an officer is on break or is otherwise engaged in personal activities.
11. Places of worship and/or religious ceremonies.
12. Community policing activities.
13. Routine, or strategic tactical planning communications with other police personnel, or other
communications which do not fall within the recording guidelines outlined within this
policy.
14. Officers shall be careful to avoid recording persons other than the suspect or witnesses
that are deemed relevant to the matter being investigated by the officer.
VII
EXPLOSIVE DEVICE
Many portable recorders, including body-wotTAn Car Video cameras and audio/video
transmitters, emit radio waves that could trigger an explosive device. Therefore, these devices should
not be used where an explosive device may be present.
VIII
DOWNLOADING AND TAGGING VIDEO
Officers shall be responsible for downloading recorded data from their body -worn camera/ICV
at the end of their shift unless a supervisor approves the delay of downloading until the next work shift.
In situations involving officer involved shootings, or other incidents involving the officer that result in
a person's serious bodily harm or death, the supervisor will immediately take physical custody of the
BWC(S) and be responsible for downloading the data.
Each file shall be categorized, tagged, and contain information related to the date and time of
incident, and case number, citation number or CAD incident number if video is tagged as something
other than `non-event'.
Members should flag any incident in which all or some of the recorded data should not be
released due to its sensitive nature (e.g., sensitive intelligence data, revealing identity of confidential
informant, a victim advocate is recorded, sensitive victim cases) or of any recorded incident which
might be valuable for training purposes.
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Any time a member reasonably believes a recorded contact may be beneficial in a non -criminal
matter (e.g., a hostile contact), the member should promptly notify a supervisor of the existence of the
recording.
IX
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
Officers are still required to provide thorough written documentation of an incident and should
document the existence of a recording in any report or other official record of the contact (i.e. CAD
incident if no report is written), including any instance where the recorder malfunctioned or the member
deactivated the recording.
Refer to section V. Deactivation or Failure to Report for additional reporting requirements.
X
REVIEW AND USE OF RECORDINGS
Officers are allowed to review the recordings from their body-worn/In Car Video cameras at any
time. This is to help ensure the accuracy and consistency of officers' reports. Officers are encouraged to
review recordings prior to preparing reports. Involved officers are permitted to view video captured by
fellow officers in order to assist in preparation of police reports related to specific incidents. Upon
approval by a supervisor, or system administrator, any officer of the Department who is participating in
an official investigation whether administrative or criminal may view recorded files.
Prior to testifying in a court case where recorded data will be offered as evidence, officers are
encouraged to review the recording.
Body -worn cameras may only be used consistent with department training and equipment
specifications.
Employees are prohibited from using body -worn cameras and the recordings for personal use.
Employees are prohibited from making personal copies of recordings created while on -duty or while
acting in their official capacity. Employees shall not duplicate or distribute recordings, except for an
authorized legitimate department business purposes. All such recordings shall be retained by the
Department.
Officers shall not edit, alter, erase, duplicate, copy, share (other than individuals with a right to
know), or otherwise distribute in any manner body -worn camera recordings, images, and information.
Requests to duplicate, copy, or share information for any of these will be made through the Police Digital
Evidence Technician, Chief of Police, or the authorized designee.
1. Officers will not take "screen shots" or make any reproduction of any video or audio content
unless approved by the Chief of Police or authorized designee.
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ridicule.
Viewing of video shall be limited only to individuals on a right to know basis and only for the
purpose of processing a case or when related to a department matter.
Recordings shall not be used by an employee for the purpose of embarrassment, intimidation or
X1
ADMINISTRATIVE INVESTIGATIONS
Supervisors and Professional Standards Personnel are authorized to review relevant recordings
under the following circumstances:
After receiving a complaint from the public or another officer regarding general misconduct
or policy violation(s). The supervisor or Professional Standards Personnel shall limit such
review to the incident specified within the complaint. Any additional review by the
supervisor or Professional Standards Personnel shall be limited in scope to the context of the
original complaint and shall occur only to the extent warranted under the original complaint.
Inadvertent discovery of other allegations during this review shall require the supervisor to
articulate the purpose of expanding the scope.
2. After receiving a report from the public or another officer regarding meritorious conduct or
actions by an officer.
3. If there is an allegation(s) of criminal misconduct by an officer(s), or if upon review of
recordings pursuant to this policy a criminal event is observed, the supervisor or
Professional Standards Personnel may conduct an investigation and review additional
recordings.
4. If an officer(s) is involved in what would be considered a "Critical Incident" or of a serious
nature to the public interest, the supervisor or Professional Standards Personnel may review
the recordings to evaluate the situation.
5. If an officer(s) is involved in or witnesses a use of force incident which includes the use of
focused blows, lateral vascular neck restraints, hobbles, tasers, chemical agents, impact
weapons, firearms or any force resulting in injury or complaint of injury.
6. When an officer has been previously disciplined and/or placed on a "work plan" and
employee notice of review is a component of the specified work plan. It is understood the
supervisor or Professional Standards Personnel will limit the scope of their review to conduct
of topics relevant to the discipline and/or "workplan".
7. Any probationary employee may have their recordings reviewed by a supervisor or the
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employee's Field Training Officer to assist in the evaluation of the said employee.
8. If the supervisor or Professional Standards Personnel believes a specific incident recording(s)
may be a valuable training tool for the rest of the department.
9. Supervisors and Professional Standards Personnel shall not review recordings in a random or
other manner not permitted within this policy.
XII
TRAINING
Recordings from body -worn cameras may be shown for training purposes with the authorization
from a Command Staff member.
Officers shall be provided with written notice if recordings intended for use for training purposes
were either made by them or captured their image or voice. If an involved employee/ individual objects to
the release of the video, a determination of whether or not to release the video will be made by the Chief
of Police or authorized designee.
XIII
OTHER REQUESTS
Recorded files may also be viewed by:
1. Court personnel, prosecutors and city attorneys are authorized to access and manage
recordings pursuant to their official duties.
2. Media personnel may review recordings with the permission of the Chief of Police or
authorized designee.
3. Public records requests will conform to state public records statutes with consideration given
to person's privacy and sense of dignity.
Unless prohibited by law, audio and video recordings from body-worn/In Car Video cameras
shall be provided upon request to officers or their union representatives during any internal investigation
in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement and/or as allowed by law.
Prior to providing a formal statement in an administrative investigation, the officer shall have the
option to review any related body -worn camera recordings in the presence of counsel and/or labor
representative.
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In addition, such review will not be allowed if the Chief of Police determines that such review
would interfere with an ongoing criminal investigation.
All recordings shall be reviewed by the Police Digital Evidence Technician and/or Custodian of
Records prior to public release. Recordings that unreasonably violate a person's privacy or sense of
dignity should not be publicly released unless disclosure is required by law or order of the court.
The Police Digital Evidence Technician and/or Custodian of Records will maintain an electronic
record of all BWC/In Car Video footage access.
Except as set forth in this policy, or as allowed by state or federal law, non -department personnel
shall not be allowed to review the recordings without consent of the Chief of Police or the authorized
designee.
XIV
USE OF FORCE
Prior to providing a formal statement about the use of force or disciplinary investigation, the
officer shall have the option to review any related body -worn camera recordings in the presence of
counsel and/or labor representative.
XV
CRITICAL INCIDENTS
Following an officer -involved shooting, use of deadly force, or other critical incident, and when
safe and practical to do so:
1. Body -worn cameras will be collected by the on -scene sergeant or designee and will be
immediately powered off.
2. Sergeants or Command Staff may review the BWC/In Car Video to obtain identifying
suspect information or other pertinent information necessary to provide a framework for
the investigation such as Suspect(s) location & description; Injuries to officer or suspect;
Potential witnesses; Location of evidence; Direction & estimated number of rounds fired;
Overall scope of the scene,
3. Involved officers' cameras will be turned over to a supervisor for processing. The Police
Digital Evidence Technician will work with the IDFIT (Inter -Agency Deadly Force
Investigations Team) representative to provide the video footage.
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4. Any body -worn camera/In Car Video videos that contain video of a critical incident or
officer -involved shooting shall be immediately categorized as "restricted" by the System
Administrator once the video is downloaded.
5. Officers involved in a shooting will have the opportunity to review any SPD body worn/In
Car Video camera video that captures their actions, images, or words before giving a formal
statement to the IDFIT. IDFIT and Springfield Police Association will coordinate an
appropriate time for involved officers to view the video.
Officers participating in a SWAT operation shall activate their BWC/In Car Video while
conducting the following, but not limited to, activities:
1. Actively covering a target or person.
2. Making an approach to a target or person.
3. Clearing property, to include open spaces, buildings, outbuildings, or other objects
needing to be manually cleared.
4. The BWC/In Car Video shall record continuously during these activities, subject to
the exceptions outlined in sub -section below.
Exceptions to the continuous recording requirements include deactivation of the BWC/In Car
Video during SWAT operations such as:
1. Conversing with a lead worker or supervisor or other officer regarding tactics, plans, or
trade secrets.
2. Due to the nature of SWAT operations and the limited battery life of the BWC, SWAT
supervisors may approve deactivation or delayed activation of the BWC in order to
maximize the video capture and battery life of the unit.
XVI
HANDLING OF DIGITAL MEDIA EVIDENCE
Body-worn/In Car Video camera equipment and all data, images, video and metadata captured
and recorded are property of the Department and cannot be used by any vendor for any purpose
inconsistent with the above mentioned directives. Recordings will be stored in a secure manner
recommended by the approved vendor and agreed upon by the Springfield IT Department in accordance
with all applicable laws and policies. The Chief of Police will appoint a System Administrator who will
manage the storage, retention and distribution of all recordings.
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Body-worn/In Car Video camera equipment and all data, images, video and metadata captured
and recorded are the property of the Department. The personal use of all information recorded from body-
worn/In Car Video cameras is prohibited unless authorized by the Chief of Police.
All access and activity on the data storage system is logged and subject to audit at any time.
Personnel authorized under this policy may only view data files according to the provisions of this policy
or as designated by the Systems Administrator(s), the Chief of Police or authorized designee.
Any contract with a third -party vendor for data storage of recordings from body-worn/In Car
Video cameras must state that all recordings are the property of the Springfield Police Department, not
owned by the vendor, and cannot be used by the vendor for any purpose inconsistent with the policies
and procedures of the Springfield Police Department.
Recordings from body-worn/In Car Video cameras shall not be analyzed with facial recognition
or other biometric matching technology (ORS 133.741).
XVII
RETENTION REQUIREMENTS
All files from body-worn/In Car Video cameras shall be securely stored in accordance with
state records retention laws and will be purged after no longer useful for purposes of training, or for
use in an investigation or prosecution (including appeals), or for use in resolving a claim or pending
litigation, or disciplinary investigation.
All data, images, video and metadata captured by the Department cameras are subject to State
statutes and City policies regarding use and records retention. Recordings from body-worn/In Car Video
cameras shall be retained for at least 180 days, but no more than 30 months for a recording not related to
a court proceeding or ongoing investigation. Recordings that are evidence for an ongoing criminal
investigation or court proceeding shall be kept in accordance with current records retention laws.
The retention period begins from the date the body-worn/In Car Video camera recording was
labeled or categorized. System Administrators, the Police Digital Evidence Technician, or the recording
officer, may label or categorize recordings for retention. Officers will periodically be directed by the
System Adininistrator(s) or designee to label or categorize any video which had not previously been
labeled or categorized.
A body-worn/In Car Video camera video evidence retention schedule will be maintained in
accordance with Oregon Revised Statutes.
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XVIII
RECORDS RELEASE/PUBLIC INFORMATION REQUESTS
Any department member who receives a request for records shall route the request to the Digital
Evidence Technician or the authorized designee. Such recordings may only be disclosed under the
conditions provided under Oregon Revised Statute 192.345 that includes the following guidelines related
to BWC recorded data requests:
1. The request must be for an event for which there is public interest.
2. The request must be for an approximate date and time of an incident.
3. The request must be reasonably tailored to include only the material relevant to the incident.
4. All faces must be rendered unidentifiable (blurred) prior to release.
A reasonable attempt will be made by the releasing person or designee to notify any involved
employee(s) prior to release of the information.
XIX
ANNUAL REVIEW
An evaluation of the Body-Worn/In Car Video Camera program and policy review will be
conducted annually by the Investigation Services Division Lieutenant.
Andrew Shearer
Chief of Police
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