LSPD HANDBOOK

                 LOS  SANTOS POLICE DEPARTMENT - HANDBOOK















MISSION STATEMENT : It shall be the primary mission and goal of this department to provide equal and fair enforcement of the law, to reassure all citizens of the United States of their constitutional rights, and ensure equal protection of life, liberty, and property through the deployment of superior police service.

Table of Contents

1. Police Officer's Creed
2. A Message from the Chief
3. Police Department Main Purposes and Qualities
4. Police Department Patrol Vehicles
5. Armoury
6.Communications
7. Department Discipline
8. Miranda Rights
9. Los Santos Police Department Commands
10. Laws of San Andreas
11. Corruption


Acronym Codes





A.D.W. – Assualt with a Deadly Weapon

A.K.A. – Also Known As

A.O.D. – Assist Another Deparment

B.A. – Burglar Alarm

B.A.C. – Blood Alcohol Content

B & E – Breaking and Entering

B.O.L. – Be On the Lookout (for)

C.A.D. – Computer Aided Dispatching

C.C.W. – Carry Concealed Weapon (permit)

C.O.N. – Call Of Nature (bathroom break)

C.Y.A. – Cover Your Ass

D.O.A. – Dead On Arrival

D.U.I. – Driving Under the Influence

E.M.T. – Emergency Medical Technician (paramedic)

G.S.W. – Gun Shot Wound

G.T.A. – Grand Theft Auto

M.V.A. – Motor Vehicle Accident

P.I.T. – Pursuit Intervention Technique

R.O. – Registered Owner

S.W.A.T. – Special Weapons And Tactics







By being accepted into the Los Santos Police Department, you, the applicant, agree to the following:
"I solemnly swear in the name of the God to do my uttermost best as humanly possible to faithfully protect and serve the state of Los Santos. I will support and follow the Laws and the Constitution of The United States and the State of San Andreas. I will diligently and studiously perform the tasks and duties of being an officer of the law. I am one of the few and proud officers of the Los Santos Police Department."



A Message from the Chief


Greetings and the foremost welcome to your possible new career as a law enforcer. You, a humble civilian of Los Santos, have decided you want to become one of the very few and proud police officer of Los Santos. I would like to start by thanking you all for your effort and time. With patience and moral, I believe all of you have the talent to succeed as an officer of the law.
By taking your first step on your path to becoming an officer by stating the Police Offer's Creed, you are now ready to begin your training. Training can take from an hour to several hours, so please be prepared and ready for what's about to come. You will be trained in advanced knowledge of the Police Department, ranging from vehicles to our armory. Take time to read the handbook, as you will be tested throughout your career.



Police Department Main Purposes and Qualities


The San Andreas Police Department is a frontline force that is here to stop the criminals and to send them to jail. If you’re any of the above, chances are we'll be taking you to jail or shooting you in the face at some point in your time. We’re here to enforce the laws and if you break them, you’ll be meeting with us. That said, we’re also here to help, protect, and serve the citizens of San Andreas. The police department isn't here to abuse powers and or to scare the public. Take note that co-operating and interacting with the fellow cops is a very positive way. Feel always free to request assistance or something else from the police officer. In conclusion, we're not here to ruin your life, don't be afraid.




Police Department Vehicles


The police department has several unique and special vehicles. Below each and every vehicles will have a vehicle description, purpose, and regulations.
Read carefully.


Los Santos Police Cruiser


The standard LSPD Police Cruiser is the most used vehicle within the department. Take note of its vehicle shape and size, it can hit max speeds of up to one-hundred and sixty miles per hour. Ideal car for control and pursuit. Equipped with sirens and a mobile data computer. Officers and above have access to this car.



San Andreas Ranger

The Police Ranger is a vehicle used in more rural terrain, or off road terrain. Introduced not long ago, this vehicle can hit very high speeds for its size, up to one hundred and fifty miles. Equipped with sirens and a mobile data computer. Captains and above have access to this car.



MPS Towtruck

he towtruck, often just referred to as MPS, is an important vehicle within the department that can be used by anybody at anytime. While using it you are permitted to ticket and impound vehicles, as long as procedure is followed.



San Andreas Police Maverick

The San Andreas Police Maverick is a special vehicle reserved for airborne patrol only. This helicopter is used mainly for aerial support in perhaps, keeping track of a suspect in a vehicle.
Equipped with a large headlight capable of reaching the ground and a mobile data computer. Captains and above have access to this helicopter.



SWAT Enforcer

The Enforcer is a big heavy armoured vehicle that is mostly used for transporting dangerous criminals or VIPs. In bomb threat situations it is called out to transport the bomb if it can't be disarmed in time.


San Andreas Police Motorbike

The San Andreas Police HPV1000 bike is a supporting vehicle used to follow more agile vehicles such as slower and smaller vehicles, or other bikes. Extremely agile and moderately fast. Equipped with sirens and a miniature touch screen mobile data computer. Detectives and above have access to the bike.

Armoury
Cadet Armoury

Nightstick
Pepperspray
Tazer
Desert Eagle
Pump-Action Remington 870

Officer+ Armoury

Nightstick
Pepperspray
Tazer
Desert Eagle
Pump-Action Remington 870
Machine Pistol Model 5
M4A1 Carbine

Spencer Repeating Rifle (During situations)

Sergeant+ Armoury

Nightstick
Pepperspray
Tazer
Desert Eagle
Machine Pistol Model 5
Pump-Action Remington 870
M4A1 Carbine
Spencer Repeating

PSG1 Sniper Rifle (During situations)
Franchi SPAS-12 (During situations)
Tear Gas (During situations)
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You have the right to remain silent.

Anything you do or say can and will be used against you in the court of law.

You have the right to an attorney after the initial processing has been completed.

Do you understand these rights as I have said them?





Los Santos Police Department Commands


You will be trained to know these commands, but a quick overview wouldn't hurt.

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/r(adio) <message>
Used to speak with other members of the police department, and us only.

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/d(epartment) <message>
Used to speak globally with other legal factions.

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/m(egaphone) <message>

The megaphone allowes you to speak to people from a larger radius then shouting.

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/wanted

Shows a list of currently online wanted suspects.

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/mdc

The mobile data computer will list a suspect's name, crime, and various other information.

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/gate

Used to control both gates of the police department. Close the gate immediately after opening it and entering the garage to avoid infraction strikes.

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/su(spect) <name/ID> <crime>
This command allows you to place a warrant on another player. You are not allowed to metagame warrants, place invalid warrants, and or stack warrants on another player. Doing so will risk admin jail time and infraction strikes. Please take note you need to have some form of the suspect's identification.

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/ticket <name/ID> <price> <crime>
Ability to fine other players for minor smaller crimes. Only to be used with minor crimes and minoe crimes only, generally never exceeding $6,000.

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/arrest <Player's name/ID> <bail price [Minimum *****]>

You can arrest a suspect only if they have a warrant on them and your at a star arrest point. Take note bails are generally not set because of our current economy.

Laws of San Andreas


The laws of San Andreas are warrents in which you can issue to a suspect. Please take note not to "Stack," charges, or charge a suspect with similiar charges. Examples can include suspecting someone for both Assault & Battery and Armed Assault.

Misdemeanor crimes => The police officer may ONLY ticket for such crimes. You will be charged for ten (10) minutes for every misdemeanor crime you commit.
Felony crimes => The police officer may ONLY arrest for such crimes. You will be charged for fifteen (15) minutes for every felony crime you commit.


Illegal Parking: Illegally parking your vehicle on the road, sidewalk, government property, or just plane not aparking area.

Ticket $1000|


Speeding: N/A

Ticket $1000|


Reckless Driving: N/A

Ticket $1000|

Illegal Shortcut: Driving through an area off road or illegal to drive through in an attempt to avoid traffic.

Ticket $1000 |

Lude Gesture: Rude gestures such as the middle finger.

Ticket $1000 |

Illegal Usage of Hydraulics: Using hydraulics on a public road.

Ticket $1500 |

Indecent Exposure: Public nudity, urination, "Flashing."

Arrest |

Affray: Two or more persons fighting in a public area.

Ticket $3000 |

Failure to Comply: Failing to comply with direct order from a law enforcing officer.

Arrest |

Evasion: Fleeing from a law enforcing officer via any means.

Arrest |

Tresspassing on Government Property/Private Property: Tresspassing on ones property without prior consent.

Arrest |

Misuse of the 911 Call: N/A

Ticket $4000|

Resisting Arrest: Resisting arrest by any means necessary.

Arrest |

Posession of illegal Firearm(s): Possession of illegal firearms.

Arrest and take guns |

Vehicular Assault: Assaulting someone with a car with means to cause physical harm.

Arrest |

Grand Theft Auto: Attempting to steal a vehicle of another person.

Arrest |

Driving under the Influence: Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Ticket $3000 |

Possession of Illegal Narcotics: Possession of illegal drugs.

Arrest |

Obstruction of Justice: Interfering with a law enforcement officer in the line of duty.

Arrest |

Conspiracy to _____: An accusation backed up with proof that a suspect may commit a crime.

Arrest |

Accessory to _____: Assisting in the commission of a crime, but not actually partaking in the unlawful activity.

Arrest |

Aiding and Abetting: Partcipating in the commision of a crime.

Arrest |

Hit and Run: Colliding with someone and or vehicle, then leaving the scene without the driver's consent.

Arrest |

______ Trafficking: Selling or trading illegal or in-humane items; materials, firearms, narcotics, humans.

Arrest |

Prostitution: Exchanging sexual acts for valuable or common currency.

Arrest |

Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm: Shooting a firearm in public when unauthorized to do so, it's legal within your own property.

Arrest |

Public Endangerment: Endangering the public by any means such as: Reckless driving, discharging a firearm, or commiting affray.

Arrest |

Attempted Murder: Attempting to take one another persons life.

Arrest |

Kidnapping: Takine someone against their will.

Arrest |

Robbery: Attempting to force something from somebody by means of force.

Arrest |

Sexual Assault: touching someone inappropriatly; forcing sexual acts upon one another.

Arrest |

Bribery: Attempting to bribe a law enforcement official in an attempt to release himself and or other suspect.

Arrest |

Assault: Issuing a bodily movement threat that could be taken as an action.

Arrest |

Assault & Battery: Issuing a bodily movement threat and carrying out by means of attacking the person.

Arrest |

Armed Assault: Assaulting someone using a weapon of any kind.

Arrest |

Extortion: Acquiring money, property, or services by use of intimidation or other acts.

Arrest |

Hostage Taking: Taking hostages in an attempt to get things in return for their lives.

Arrest |

Domestic Terrorism: Any act that attempts to overthrow government or start anarchy, or any attempt to 'terrorize' on a large scale.

Arrest |


Corruption



Corruption within the department will not be tolerated under any circumstances. You will be discharged and possibly arrested in the name of the law.