[INFORMATION] Arrest Procedures

Arrest Procedures

Rights, Detaining and Using the MDC
Once cuffed, read the suspect the Miranda rights and explain why they're being detained or arrested. The suspect has the right to remain silent and the right to contact a Lawyer once processed. Detain the suspect in the back seat of the police car. You should not detain anyone in the front seat such as a Police Ranger, Bullet or Police Bike. Once you're safely at the HQ, ask the suspect for their name and check the MDC. You should confirm who they say they are, and check for any current charges. If the suspect uses their right to remain silent, You can skip this part and get their name later.



Frisking, Confiscating and adding Charges
Remove the suspect from the vehicle and frisk them for any weapons or narcotics and confiscate anything you find. Only charge for anything illegal found. If you have not obtained their name, You should also frisk for a license with their name on. This method can also be used when frisking a downed suspect as this is quicker than using a fingerprint scanner. Always check the MDC before adding charges as you may accidentally add the same charge for a second time. Also be aware of what similar charges are considered charge stacking.