POL 106 - Patrol Procedures I

1. Act in accordance with relevant laws, as well as the administrative rules and policies governing access, use, disclosure, and dissemination of nonpublic information in Criminal Justice Information Systems. 
2. Demonstrate the ability to inspect the patrol vehicle for weapons and contraband. 
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the role of ethics in performing the duties of a Police Officer. 
4. Demonstrate an understanding of laws including (but not limited to) Civil Rights, ADA, Sexual Harrassment, and Michigan’s Ethnic Intimidation Statute. 
5. Participate in facilitated discussions regarding culture. 
6. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of effective communication in policing. 
7. Demonstrate the ability to apply techniques that enhance listening skills. 
8. Demonstrate an understanding of the nature of victimization. 
9. Demonstrate the ability to respond to crimes in progress. 
10. Demonstrate an understanding of Legal Authority to Act. 

 
Course Outline:
Students will be able to demonstrate the following MCOLES outcomes:

II.A.1.1. Inspect Patrol Vehicle for Weapons and Contraband

II.A.1.2. Prepare for Patrol by Becoming Familiar with Area

II.A.2.1. Observes Laws, Administrative Rules and Policies Governing Access, Use, Disclosure, and Dissemination of Nonpublic Information in Criminal Justice Information Systems

II.A.2.2. Distinguish Between the Computer Systems that Make Up the Law Enforcement Information Network (LEIN)

II.A.2.3. Access the LEIN System to Support Patrol and Investigative Operations

II.A.2.4. Interpret the Response from the LEIN System

II.A.2.5. Receive and Evaluate Telephone Requests for Police Service

II.A.2.6. Utilize Police Radio to Communicate with Dispatcher, LEIN Operator, and Other Officers

II.A.2.7. Inform the Dispatcher of Status and Needs

II.A.3.1. Take Custody of Lost and Found Property

II.A.3.2. Verify Vehicle Title Information

II.B.1.1. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Relationship Between the Police Officer and the Public in our Form of Government

II.B.1.2. Demonstrate an understanding of the Role of Ethics in Performing the Duties of a Police Officer

II.B.1.3. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Role of Ethics in the Relationship Between the Police Officer, the Organization, and the Public

II.B.1.4. Demonstrate an Understanding of How Ethical Behavior Promotes Professionalism

II.B.1.5. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Relationship Between the Use of Discretion and Ethical Behavior as it Applies to the Enforcement of Laws

II.B.1.6. Demonstrate an Understanding of Behavior That Could Result in Compromising an Officer’s Credibility, Public Trust, and/or Employment Status

II.B.1.7. Describe Some Methods That Will Assist in Making Ethical Decisions

II.B.2.1. Demonstrate an Understanding of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act  (42 USC 2000e, et. seq.)

II.B.2.2. Identify the Key Elements of Michigan’s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (MCL 37.2101)

II.B.2.3. Demonstrate an Understanding of Title II of the Americans With Disabilities Act 

  (42 USC 12101)

II.B.2.4. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act 

  (MCL 37.1101, et. seq.)

II.B.2.5. Demonstrate an Understanding of Michigan’s Ethnic Intimidation Statute 

  (MCL 750.147b)

II.B.3.1. Participate in Facilitated Discussions Regarding Culture

II.B.3.2. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Basic Nature of Culture

II.B.3.3  Demonstrate an Understanding of a Multi-Cultural Society

II.B.3.4  Describe the Benefits of Understanding Diverse Cultures That Make Up the Officer’s Living and Working Environment

II.B.3.5. Demonstrate an Understanding of Stereotyping

II.B.3.6. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Characteristics of Prejudice

II.B.3.7. Demonstrate an Understanding of How Prejudice Influences Behavior

II.B.3.8. Communicates Across Cultures Effectively

II.B.3.9. Demonstrate an Understanding of Barriers to Effective Cross-Cultural Communication

II.B.3.10. Interact with Co-workers and Supervisors, Within the Law Enforcement Organization, in an Unbiased Manner

II.B.3.11. Demonstrate an Understanding of Cultural Competence

II.B.3.12. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Law Regarding Sexual Harassment

II.B.3.13. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Causes of Sexual Harassment

II.B.3.14. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Costs Associated with Sexual Harassment

II.B.3.15. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Responsibility Assumed in Preventing Harassment

II.B.4.1. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Importance of Effective Communication in Policing

II.B.4.2. Demonstrate an Understanding of The Basics of Communication

II.B.4.3. Apply Techniques that will Enhance Listening Skills

II.B.4.4. Identify Verbal and Non-verbal Behavior That Indicates Potential Hostility

II.B.4.5. Demonstrate an Understanding of Methods for Conflict Resolution

II.B.4.6. Identify Situations that are Likely to Cause Severe Stress or Crisis for Citizens

II.B.4.7. Describes the Mental States that Persons in Crisis May Exhibit

II.B.4.8. Demonstrate an Understanding of Techniques Used to Communicate with Persons in Crisis

II.B.4.9. Demonstrate an Understanding of Techniques Used to Communicate with Deaf or Hard of Hearing Persons

II.B.4.10. Deliver Emergency Messages (e.g., Injuries, Death)

II.B.4.11. Establish Rapport with People While on Patrol

II.B.5.1. Approach the Scene of a Civil Dispute

II.B.5.2. Manage a Civil Dispute

II.B.5.3. Resolve a Civil Dispute

II.B.6.1. Demonstrate an Understanding of the Nature of Victimization

II.B.6.2. Identify Situations That Are Likely to Cause Severe Stress or Crisis for Crime Victims

II.B.6.3. Describes the Mental Stages that Persons in Severe Crisis May Experience

II.B.6.4. Advise Victims of Their Rights Under the William Van Regenmorter Crime Victims Rights Act

II.B.6.5. Demonstrate an Appropriate Law Enforcement Response to the Victims of Crime

II.B.6.6. Demonstrates an Understanding of the Role of the Victim Advocate

II.B.6.7. Deliver Death Notifications

II.C.1.1. Demonstrate Familiarity with Patrol in a Vehicle Using a Variety of Techniques

II.C.1.2. Patrol on Foot

II.C.2.1. Check Parks and School Grounds

II.C.2.2. Search Unlocked Businesses and Dwellings for Signs of Illegal Entry

II.C.2.3. Secure Buildings

II.C.2.4. Check Individuals/Businesses for Compliance with Licensing Requirements

II.C.2.5. Advise Property Owners or Agents of Potentially Hazardous Conditions

II.C.2.6. Notify Citizens of Damage to Their Property

II.C.2.7. Secure Vehicles

II.C.2.8. Investigate an Unattended Suspicious Vehicle

II.C.2.9. Follow a Suspicious Vehicle

II.C.2.10. Investigate Unusual Odors and Sounds

II.C.2.11. Identify Wanted Vehicles or Persons

II.C.2.12. Interview Suspicious Persons

II.C.2.13. Participate in Large Scale Area Search Parties

II.C.2.14. Escort Money, Valuables or People to Provide Security

II.C.2.15. Develop Informants Using Field Contacts

II.C.3.1. Respond to Crimes in Progress

II.C.3.2. Conduct an Initial Investigation at a “Crime in Progress” Scene

II.C.3.3. Secure “Crime in Progress” Scene and Begin an Investigation

II.C.3.4. Direct Actions of Other Officers at a Scene of Action

II.C.3.5. Advise Victims of the Procedures for Prosecution

II.C.4.1. Define Mental Illness and Developmental Disability

II.C.4.2. Identify Behaviors Associated with Mental Illness and Developmental Disability

II.C.4.3. Appropriately Respond to Situations Involving Those with Mental Disorders

II.C.4.4. Demonstrate an Understanding of Legal Authority to Act

II.C.4.5. Transport People with Mental Disorders Using Proper Procedures

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