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Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy ManualBLANK FOR CHIEF'S PREFACEChief Brad KellerCopyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentBlank for Chief's Preface - 1
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy ManualLAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICSAs a Law Enforcement Officer, my fundamental duty is to serve mankind; to safeguard lives andproperty; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation,and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional rights of all mento liberty, equality and justice.I will keep my private life unsullied as an example to all; maintain courageous calm in the face ofdanger, scorn, or ridicule; develop self-restraint; and be constantly mindful of the welfare of others.Honest in thought and deed in both my personal and official life, I will be exemplary in obeying thelaws of the land and the regulations of my department. Whatever I see or hear of a confidentialnature or that is confided to me in my official capacity will be kept ever secret unless revelationis necessary in the performance of my duty.I will never act officiously or permit personal feelings, prejudices, animosities, or friendships toinfluence my decisions. With no compromise for crime and with relentless prosecution of criminals,I will enforce the law courteously and appropriately without fear or favor, malice or violence andnever accepting gratuities.I recognize the badge of my office as a symbol of public faith, and I accept it as a public trust to beheld so long as I am true to the ethics of the police service. I will constantly strive to achieve theseobjectives and ideals, dedicating myself before God to my chosen profession.law enforcement.Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentLAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS - 2
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy ManualMISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Montebello Police Department is to provide effective and professional policeservices of the highest quality, in partnership with the citizens we serve, encouraging mutualrespect and innovative problem solving, thereby improving the quality of life in our community.CORE VALUESQUALITY: The quality of a police department is reflected in its people, its leadership, itsreputation, and its vision. We are dedicated to selecting, developing and retaining a diverse staff ofprofessionals who embrace excellence as their driving force and who continually strive to surpasstheir previous accomplishments.SERVICE: The primary function of the Montebello Police Department is to protect and servethe public. We are "Dedicated to Superior Service" as reflected by our Department Motto andcommitted to delivering responsive, innovative and courteous service in an impartial manner. Weencourage community input and participation in our delivery of police services.INTEGRITY: We recognize that we are employed in positions of trust, responsibility andexpectations in our community. We hold ourselves to an elevated standard of conduct and onlyaccept the highest levels of honesty and ethical behavior on the part of all our members. Ourcitizens, who are also our customers, deserve nothing less.COMPASSION: The people we serve are individuals who possess the full range of humanstrengths, weaknesses and needs. Each member of the Montebello Police Department placesa high value on customer service. We realize that every contact is unique and that we do notalways see citizens in the most favorable circumstances. We will express concern, sympathy andsensitivity for all who need our services.PRIDE: Police work is a noble undertaking. We believe that we make a difference in our communityand we take great pride in our accomplishments. We will exhibit creativity, confidence and couragein meeting the daily challenges of our chosen profession.Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentMISSION STATEMENT - 3
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy ManualTable of ContentsBlank for Chief's Preface .LAW ENFORCEMENT CODE OF ETHICS .MISSION STATEMENT .Chapter 1 - Law Enforcement Role and Authority .100 - Law Enforcement Authority . . . . . . .102 - Chief Executive Officer . . . . . . . .104 - Oath of Office . . . . . . . . . . .106 - Policy Manual . . . . . . . . . . .107 - Law Enforcement Code of Ethics . . . . .1.23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91013141518Chapter 2 - Organization and Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 - Organizational Structure and Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . .204 - General Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206 - Disaster Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208 - Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 - Electronic Mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214 - Administrative Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216 - Staffing Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218 - License to Carry a Firearm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219 - Sworn Officer Retirement Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220 - Retiree Concealed Firearms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221 - Police Building Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192022242529313234424758Chapter 3 - General Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .300 - Use of Force . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .302 - Use of Force Review Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .303 - Public Safety Statements in Critical Incidents . . . . . . . . . . . .306 - Handcuffing and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .308 - Control Devices and Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .309 - Conducted Energy Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .310 - Officer-Involved Shootings and Deaths . . . . . . . . . . . . . .312 - Firearms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313 - Special Weapons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314 - Vehicle Pursuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315 - Special Response Team (SRT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316 - Officer Response to Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .318 - Canines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .320 - Domestic Violence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322 - Search and Seizure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324 - Temporary Custody of Juveniles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .326 - Senior and Disability Victimization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . yright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police Department.Table of Contents - 4
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy 78380382384386388389390- Discriminatory Harassment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Child Abuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Missing Persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Public Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Victim and Witness Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Hate Crimes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Standards of Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Information Technology Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Report Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Media Relations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Subpoenas and Court Appearances . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Reserve Officers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Outside Agency Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Registered Offender Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Major Incident Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Death Investigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Identity Theft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Arrest for Out-of-State Fugitives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Private Persons Arrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Anti-Reproductive Rights Crimes Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . .- Petty Theft/Shoplifting Offenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Limited English Proficiency Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Marijuana Arrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Communications with Persons with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . .- Advising Suspects of Their Miranda Rights . . . . . . . . . . . .- Mandatory Employer Notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Drunk in Public Arrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Biological Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Reimbursement to City for Graffiti Related Vandalism Costs . . . . . . .- Chaplains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Distraction Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Public Safety Video Surveillance System . . . . . . . . . . . .- Child and Dependent Adult Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Service Animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Volunteer Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Off-Duty Law Enforcement Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Illness and Injury Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Gun Violence Restraining Orders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Department Use of Social Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chapter 4 - Patrol Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .400 - Patrol Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .402 - Bias-Based Policing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .404 - Briefing Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .406 - Crime and Disaster Scene Integrity . . . . . . . . . . . . . .410 - Ride-Along Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .412 - Hazardous Material Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police ble of Contents - 5
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy 4448450451452453454458462464465466467468469470- Hostage and Barricade Incidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Response to Bomb Calls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Mental Illness Commitments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Policy . . . . . . . . . . .- Cite and Release Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Arrest or Detention of Foreign Nationals . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Rapid Response and Deployment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Immigration Violations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Emergency Utility Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Aircraft Accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Field Training Officer Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Obtaining Air Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Contacts and Temporary Detentions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Criminal Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Watch Commanders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Mobile Digital Computer Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Portable Audio/Video Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Body Worn Cameras (BWC) and Mobile Audio Video (MAV) . . . . . .- Medical Marijuana . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Toxic Spill Response Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Bicycle Patrol Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Foot Pursuits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) . . . . . . . . . . . .- Homeless Persons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Public Recording of Law Enforcement Activity . . . . . . . . . . .- Civil Disputes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Mobile Audio/Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Crisis Intervention Incidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Medical Aid and Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- First Amendment Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27432444449453456461464467470473480485491Chapter 5 - Traffic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500 - Traffic Function and Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . .502 - Traffic Collision Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .503 - Red Light Enforcement Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .510 - Vehicle Towing and Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .512 - Vehicle Impound Hearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .514 - Impaired Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .516 - Traffic Citations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .520 - Disabled Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .524 - 72-Hour Parking Violations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .527 - Traffic Enforcement Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .498499504509512517519526529530532Chapter 6 - Investigation Operations602 - Sexual Assault Investigations .606 - Asset Forfeiture . . . . .608 - Informants . . . . . . .539540546553Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police Department.Table of Contents - 6
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy Manual610612613614615- Eyewitness Identification . . . . . . .- Brady Material Disclosure . . . . . . .- Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Operations .- Warrant Service . . . . . . . . . .- Operations Planning and Deconfliction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .559563565568572Chapter 7 - Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .700 - Department Owned and Personal Property . . . . . . . . . . . .702 - Personal Communication Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .704 - Vehicle Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .578579582586Chapter 8 - Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .800 - the Communications Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .802 - Property and Evidence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .804 - Records Bureau . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .806 - Restoration of Firearm Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . .808 - Records Maintenance and Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . .810 - Protected Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .812 - Computers and Digital Evidence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .820 - Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act . . . . . . . . . . . . . .589590596601603605615619622Chapter 9 - Custody . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .900 - Temporary Custody of Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .902 - Custodial Searches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .904 - Prison Rape Elimination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .628629642648Chapter1000 1002 1004 1006 1008 1010 1012 1013 1014 1016 1018 1020 1022 1024 1026 1028 1030 1032 1033 1034 21722724727729.10 - Personnel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Recruitment and Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Evaluation of Employees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Promotional and Transfer Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Grievance Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Anti-Retaliation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reporting of Employee Convictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Department Leave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sick Leave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Communicable Diseases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Smoking and Tobacco Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Personnel Complaints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Body Armor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Personnel Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Request for Change of Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Commendations and Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Fitness for Duty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Use of Police Exercise Facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Meal Periods and Breaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentTable of Contents - 7
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy 10591060- Lactation Break Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Overtime Compensation Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Outside Employment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Occupational Disease and Work-Related Injury Reporting . . . . . . .- Funeral Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Personal Appearance Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Uniform Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Nepotism and Conflicting Relationships . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Department Badges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Temporary Modified-Duty Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Employee Speech, Expression and Social Networking . . . . . . . .- Line-of-Duty Deaths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .- Illness and Injury Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Statutes and Legal Requirements.pdf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training Hate Crimes Model Policy 2019.pdf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Hate Crime Checklist.pdf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police 08809810811Table of Contents - 8
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy ManualChapter 1 - Law Enforcement Role and AuthorityCopyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentLaw Enforcement Role and Authority - 9
PolicyMontebello Police Department100Montebello PD Policy ManualLaw Enforcement Authority100.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPEThe purpose of this policy is to affirm the authority of the members of the Montebello PoliceDepartment to perform their functions based on established legal authority.100.2 PEACE OFFICER POWERSSworn members of this [department/office] are authorized to exercise peace officer powerspursuant to applicable state law (Penal Code § 830.1 et seq.).100.2.1 ARREST AUTHORITY INSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MONTEBELLO POLICEDEPARTMENTThe arrest authority within the jurisdiction of the Montebello Police Department includes (PenalCode § 830.1; Penal Code § 836):(a)When the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed a felony,whether or not committed in the presence of the officer.(b)When the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed amisdemeanor in this jurisdiction and in the presence of the officer.(c)When the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed a publicoffense outside this jurisdiction, in the presence of the officer and the officer reasonablybelieves there is an immediate danger to person or property, or of escape.(d)When the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed amisdemeanor for which an arrest is authorized or required by statute even though theoffense has not been committed in the presence of the officer such as certain domesticviolence offenses.(e)In compliance with an arrest warrant.100.2.2 ARREST AUTHORITY OUTSIDE THE JURISDICTION OF THE MONTEBELLOPOLICE DEPARTMENTThe arrest authority outside the jurisdiction of the Montebello Police Department includes (PenalCode § 830.1; Penal Code § 836):(a)When the officer has probable cause to believe the person committed a felony.(b)When the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed amisdemeanor in the presence of the officer and the officer reasonably believes thereis immediate danger to person or property or of escape.(c)When the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed amisdemeanor for which an arrest is authorized even if not committed in the presence ofthe officer such as certain domestic violence offenses and there is immediate dangerto person or property or of escape or the arrest is mandated by statute.(d)When authorized by a cross jurisdictional agreement with the jurisdiction in which thearrest is made.Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentLaw Enforcement Authority - 10
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy ManualLaw Enforcement Authority(e)In compliance with an arrest warrant.On-duty arrests will not generally be made outside the jurisdiction of this [department/office] exceptin cases of hot or fresh pursuit, while following up on crimes committed within the City, or whileassisting another agency.On-duty officers who discover criminal activity outside the jurisdiction of the City shouldwhen circumstances permit, consider contacting the agency having primary jurisdiction beforeattempting an arrest.100.2.3 TIME OF MISDEMEANOR ARRESTSOfficers shall not arrest a person for a misdemeanor between the hours of 10:00 p.m. of any dayand 6:00 a.m. of the next day unless (Penal Code § 840):(a)The arrest is made without a warrant pursuant to Penal Code § 836 which includes:1.A misdemeanor committed in the presence of the officer.2.Misdemeanor domestic violence offenses (See the Domestic Violence Policy).(b)The arrest is made in a public place.(c)The arrest is made with the person in custody pursuant to another lawful arrest.(d)The arrest is made pursuant to a warrant which, for good cause shown, directs that itmay be served at any time of the day or night.100.2.4 OREGON AUTHORITYSworn members of this [department/office] who enter the state of Oregon in order to provideor attempt to provide law enforcement assistance have Oregon peace officer authority within50 miles from the California-Oregon border (ORS 133.405). Such authority shall only applywhen officers are acting:(a)In response to a request for law enforcement assistance initiated by an Oregon sheriff,constable, marshal, municipal police officer or member of the Oregon State Police.(b)In response to a reasonable belief that emergency law enforcement assistance isnecessary to preserve life, and circumstances make it impractical for Oregon lawenforcement officials to formally request assistance.(c)For the purpose of assisting Oregon law enforcement officials with emergencyassistance in response to criminal activity, traffic accidents, emergency incidentsor other similar public safety situations, regardless of whether an Oregon lawenforcement official is present at the scene of the incident.Montebello Police Department officers have no authority to enforce Oregon traffic or motor vehiclelaws.Whenever practicable, officers should seek permission from a [department/office] supervisorbefore entering Oregon to provide law enforcement services. As soon as practicable, officersexercising law enforcement authority in Oregon shall submit any appropriate written reportsCopyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentLaw Enforcement Authority - 11
Montebello Police DepartmentMontebello PD Policy ManualLaw Enforcement Authorityconcerning the incident to the Oregon agency having primary jurisdiction over the area in whichthe incident occurred.100.3 POLICYIt is the policy of the Montebello Police Department to limit its members to only exercise theauthority granted to them by law.While the department recognizes the power of peace officers to make arrests and take otherenforcement action, officers are encouraged to use sound discretion in the enforcement of thelaw. This department does not tolerate the abuse of law enforcement authority.100.4 INTERSTATE PEACE OFFICER POWERSPeace officer powers may be extended to other states:(a)As applicable under interstate compacts, memorandums of understanding or mutualaid agreements in compliance with the laws of each state.(b)When an officer enters an adjoining state in close or fresh pursuit of a person believedto have committed a felony (ARS § 13-3832; NRS 171.158; ORS 133.430).The person arrested out of state must be taken without unnecessary delay before a magistrate ofthe county in which the arrest was made (ARS § 13-3833; NRS 171.158; ORS 133.440).100.5 CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTSAll members shall observe and comply with every person’s clearly established rights under theUnited States and California Constitutions.Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentLaw Enforcement Authority - 12
PolicyMontebello Police Department102Montebello PD Policy ManualChief Executive Officer102.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPEThe California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) has mandated thatall sworn officers and dispatchers employed within the State of California shall receive certificationby POST within prescribed time periods.102.1.1 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER REQUIREMENTSAny chief executive officer of this department appointed after January 1, 1999, shall, as a conditionof continued employment, complete the course of training prescribed by POST and obtain theBasic Certificate by POST within two years of appointment (Penal Code § 832.4).Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentChief Executive Officer - 13
PolicyMontebello Police Department104Montebello PD Policy ManualOath of Office104.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPEThe purpose of this policy is to ensure that oaths, when appropriate, are administeredto department members.104.2 MAINTENANCE OF RECORDSThe oath of office shall be filed as prescribed by law (Government Code § 3105).104.3 OATH OF OFFICEAll department members, when appropriate, shall take and subscribe to the oaths or affirmationsapplicable to their positions. All sworn members shall be required to affirm the oath of officeexpressing commitment and intent to respect constitutional rights in discharging the duties of alaw enforcement officer (Cal. Const. Art. 20, § 3; Government Code § 3102). The oath shall beas follows:“I, (employee name), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitutionof the United States and the Constitution of the State of California against all enemies, foreignand domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the Constitution of the United Statesand the Constitution of the State of California; that I take this obligation freely, without any mentalreservation or purpose of evasion; and that I will well and faithfully discharge the duties uponwhich I am about to enter.”104.4 POLICYIt is the policy of the Montebello Police Department that, when appropriate, department membersaffirm the oath of their office as an expression of commitment to the constitutional rights of thoseserved by the department and the dedication of its members to their duties.Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Montebello Police DepartmentOath of Office - 14
PolicyMontebello Police Department106Montebello PD Policy ManualPolicy Manual106.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE.The manual of the Montebello Police Department is hereby established and shall be referred toas the Policy Manual or the manual. The manual is a statement of the current policies, rules, andguidelines of this department. All members are to conform to the provisions of this manual.All prior and existing manuals, orders and regulations that are in conflict with this manual arerescinded, except to the extent that portions of existing manuals, procedures, orders and otherregulations that have not been included herein shall remain in effect, provided that they do notconflict with the provisions of this manual.106.2 POLICYExcept where otherwise expressly stated, the provisions of this manual shall be consideredas guidelines. It is recognized that the work of law enforcement is not always predictable andcircumstances may arise which warrant departure from these guidelines. It is the intent of thismanual to be viewed from an objective standard, taking into consideration the sound discretionentrusted to members of this department under the circumstances reasonably available at thetime of any incident.106.2.1 DISCLAIMERThe provisions contained in the Policy Manual are not intended to create an employment contractnor any employment rights or entitlements. The policies contained within this manual are for theinternal use of the Montebello Police Department and shall not be construed to create a higherstandard or duty of care for civil or criminal liability against the City, its officials or members.Violations of any provision of any policy contained within this manual shall only form the basisfor department administrative action, training or discipline. The Montebello Police Departmentreserves the right to revise any policy content, in whole or in part.106.3 AUTHORITYThe Chief of Police shall be considered the ultimate authority for the content and adoption of theprovisions of this manual and shall ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and locallaws. The Chief of Police or the authorized designee is authorized to issue General Orders, whichshall modify those provisions of the manual to which they pertain. General Orders shall remain ineffect until such time as they may be permanently incorporated into the manual.106.4 DEFINITIONSThe following words and terms shall have these assigned meanings throughout the Policy Manualunless it is apparent from the content that they have a different meaning:Adult - Any person 18 years of age or older.Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/12/22, All Rights Reserved.Published with permission by Mont
The mission of the Montebello Police Department is to provide effective and professional police services of the highest quality, in partnership with the citizens we serve, encouraging mutual respect and innovative problem solving, thereby improving the quality of life in our community. CORE VALUES
