[INFORMATION] Felony Stops

Felony Stops

Using caution with the Suspect
Felony Stops are when dealing with wanted suspects or someone we know for sure will be detained. In a Traffic Stop, we investigate why someone has broken the law to decide what action to take. In a Felony Stop, there is no need for an investigation and we are detaining them regardless. You must still use lights and sirens to pull the vehicle over as well as use your radio to call in your current situation. You must be parked twice as far back than a Traffic Stop. Use the megaphone and order the driver to turn off the engine and then throw the keys out the window. You should also call for backup code 3. You may then exit your police car stand behind the door. This is for your own protection incase the suspect is armed and tries to shoot or kill you. You will be far enough away and behind cover to avoid being shot as well as have enough time to react and shoot back.




Detaining the Driver - Part #1
Have your Taser in hand. If you know for sure the suspect has a firearm, then have your firearm in hand. Otherwise, follow the force matrix and use your taser first. If you have a partner, or backup, they should have their firearm in hand. Use the megaphone and order the driver to exit the vehicle and face away from you. You should be able to see if they have any weapons in their hands. If they have something in their hand, tell them to drop it and kick it under the vehicle. If their hands are empty, tell the driver to turn around and take a few steps forward, then tell them to stop. They should be half way between both their own car and your police car. If the suspect exits the car and runs, you should taser them. If the suspect exits the car and opens fire, your backup will shoot back.



Detaining the Driver - Part #2
Now that it's safe, You should move forward and handcuff the driver. You should be directly behind the suspect with your taser holstered so that the suspect cannot grab it from you. If you have backup with a firearm, they should be to the RIGHT of the suspect to avoid accidentally hitting you by mistake should the suspect open fire.