SOP - Traffic Enforcement Unit
Unit 1 - Structure
1.1 - Foundation of TEU
Traffic enforcement is one of the core functions of the Traffic Enforcement Unit. Traffic Enforcement Unit operations utilize specialized patrol vehicles and detection equipment to address general traffic concerns. These teams are directed to areas experiencing high crash rates and complaints of violations. Traffic enforcement activity levels are primarily dictated by staffing levels and the degree to which enforcement personnel are diverted to other irregular assignments that fall within that unit's purview. These other assignments vary in frequency according to need, and include such services as Radar Enforcement, Dignitary Protection, Escorts, Traffic Collisions, and DUI Checkpoints.
1.2 - Enrollment into TEU
TEU Officers have passion and a high amount of respect for all traffic enforcement situations and safety for the well-being of the public. All TEU Officers are held to a higher regard than regular Officers and must hold themselves to the following standards:
Must be an Officer/Deputy/Trooper or higher. Reserves permitted.
Must be in good standing within OCRP Gaming (No Points).
Must be in good standing with your departments.
Must be active and well mannered in patrols.
1.3 - Rank Structure
TEU Recruit - The initial rank for all TEU officers. Once this officer has proved their competence they will be promoted to TEU Officer.
Probationary TEU Officer - This officer is permitted to be an active TEU Officer in patrols. May be trained for MBU. May NOT ride along with other TEU/Main Department LEO.
TEU Officer - This officer is permitted all of the above and is permitted to run MBU. May apply to be a training officer. May ride along with other TEU Officers (except Probationary) and Main Department LEO. Non-TEU Officers are NEVER permitted to drive the vehicles or perform your duties.
Senior TEU Officer - This officer is permitted all of the above and is a training officer for the division. This officer and higher may use a ghosted or unmarked TEU vehicle as a take home vehicle. You are not permitted to respond to calls or make stops while off duty. You should report crimes via 911. If you are stopped by an on-duty officer who asks for your assistance you can help them in the capacity that your civilian tier allows. Remember, you are off-duty, and you do not have any departmental insurance to cover you if you make a mistake. The purpose of this vehicle is to allow rapid response to the nearest station to go on duty and respond where needed.
TEU Commander - This officer runs the day-to-day operations of the Subdivision, reviews applications and documents, and handles promotions.
1.4 - Chain of Command
All issues regarding any TEU Officers must be brought through Chain of Command regardless of severity.
1.5 - Disciplinary Action
All TEU Officers are held at a superior level to standard officers and are expected to maintain that level at all times. Officers failing to uphold unit's standards will receive disciplinary action based on the Disciplinary Policy.
Reckless driving or any action regarded as a misrepresentation of TEU will not be tolerated in any level.
Unit 2 - Training
2.1 - Driving Course
This driving course is designed to test the limits of each TEU Officer's driving abilities. Maximum safety should be demonstrated at all times. All members of TEU are expected to maintain accurate and responsible driving regardless of traffic conditions while being an officer in charge of public safety.
Aspects You Will Be Graded On:
Safety
Use of Speed (Although speed is not key.)
Intersection Clearing
Ability to Maintain Lanes
Handling Unpredictable Traffic Conditions
Handling Diverse Driving Conditions
Passing Requirements:
Must complete the driving course within 8 minutes.
Must attain a score of 8/10.
Must show above average vehicle control.
Study and familiarize yourself with the driving course before you begin your in-game training.
2.2 - Radar Enforcement
The success of a speed enforcement program requires careful planning and coordination of Law Enforcement officials. Identifying problem locations that have a high rate of speeding-related traffic collisions is at the heart of an effective speed enforcement program.
2.3 - Dignitary Protection
This course provides the officers with the necessary skills needed to excel at personal VIP & Dignitary Protection as an individual protector and in a team environment. Instruction will occur in the classroom and on a hands on operational level including role playing scenarios in all aspects of Dignitary Protection.
2.4 - Escorts
It's important that all officers engaged in the component parts of the protection package are aware of the protection strategy and the risks of giving rise to it. This enables managers, event planners, and participating units to ensure that:
Effective coordination can take place.
Resources are allocated and deployed appropriately.
The command structure is defined and understood.
Effective communications are arranged.
All participants are briefed effectively.
2.5 - Traffic Collisions (TC)
This is the primary focus of the subdivision. All officers take pride in their situational awareness and their ability to maintain safety and peace for the public within a traffic collision scene. Officers will be informed of the various forms of physical evidence left in and on vehicles after a collision; and to establish an awareness of how to properly located, interpret, collect, and preserve all the various forms of evidence.
2.6 - DUI Checkpoints and Enforcement
At the root of keeping the public, DUI checkpoints are essential in preventing irresponsible drivers from injuring or potentially taking the lives of themselves or citizens around them. Checkpoints are often set up late at night or in the very early morning hours and on weekends, and on holidays associated with parties at which time the proportion of impaired drivers tends to be the highest. Checkpoints are also often set near the exit points of public events where people have been drinking to prevent large numbers of drunk drivers from being released into traffic simultaneously from the event. Officers will be trained on the proper techniques of setting up, communicating, and enforcing DUI checkpoints.
Traffic Enforcement Officers, when available, will be the primary units responsible for handling DUI drivers on scenes. They are also the only units that have a portable breathalyzer in the field and are trained in administering standardized field sobriety tests.
The specialized 2016 FPIU (LEO22) is available as a stationary vehicle for checkpoints. This vehicle is NOT to be used for any purpose other than as a stationary vehicle. The fully marked livery MUST be used.
2.7 - Speed Traps
A speed trap consists of one TEU Officer, or more, or a TEU Officer and a group of regular officers as chase vehicles. The responsibility of the primary TEU Officer is to take up a hidden position near busy roadways in order to effectively radar excessive speeders and reckless drivers.
The primary TEU Officer will call out speeding or reckless drivers to chase units in the area. While the TEU Officer can initiate the traffic stop, it's encouraged to continue monitoring the roadway if you have extra chase resources available – in order to catch multiple offenders.
2.8 - Pursuits
When active in patrol, a TEU Officer is meant to be the primary unit on all vehicle pursuits when available. While in pursuit of standard vehicles, Motor Units must travel at the end of the pursuit. Motor Units, however, should be taking primary on all motorcycle pursuits (over regular TEU units). Regular TEU units running the Silverado may not engage in a pursuit. Unless there are no other units available, or the pursuit started from a traffic stop with more than one TEU Officer present, there is to only be one TEU Officer per pursuit.
2.9 - Unmarked Enforcement
In addition to other tools, the Traffic Enforcement Unit also has access to a fully unmarked fleet. This fleet is permitted to perform all regular duties of a TEU Officer while driving in a slimline, civilian-level vehicle. Please note the follow setup:
| Colors | Standard factory colors. |
|---|---|
Extras | No rambars/ALPRs. |
Ped Options | Must wear plate carrier. |
Window Tint | Light Smoke. Required. |
2.10 - Motor Bike Unit
Upon obtaining the rank of Probationary TEU Officer or higher, a TEU Officer may apply to be a part of the Motor Bike Unit. The Motor Bike Unit performs a majority of the same functions as a normal TEU Officer, except on a Motor Bike. Membership in the unit is optional and requires separate training by a Motor Trainer. The Motor Unit is not to be used during hazardous weather conditions such as strong rain or snow.
2.11 - Undercover Enforcement (Taxi)
Within the fleet of TEU we do have access to one police taxi that is to be used for undercover enforcement of traffic law. Use of the taxi is limited to one person per patrol. You are to designate yourself as the active taxi unit by adding UC in asterisks (*) to the end of your name. The taxi is not permitted in pursuits unless the pursuit starts from your traffic stop. Once sufficient units are on pursuit you are to drop out until the pursuit comes to an end. The taxi is not permitted to respond to normal calls for service with the exception of all calls, accident investigations, sobriety checks, or any other specific function that falls under TEU's remit. You must wear a plate carrier and run with light smoke window tint in addition to using a standard San Andreas plate (non-exempt). The plate MUST be set to DCC 34A5.
Unit 3 - Weapon, Uniform, and Vehicle Structure
3.1 - Weapon Structure
All TEU Officers will use the standard weapon loadout of regular police officers.
Nightstick
Flashlight
Taser
Combat Pistol
Pump Shotgun (Not for MBU.)
Carbine Rifle or Special Carbine (Not for MBU.)
Traffic Flares (Only when necessary for RP.)
3.2 - Uniform Structure
Please refer to the uniform structure document located
3.3 - Vehicle Structure
The follow vehicles may be used. Please use the appropriate livery and color (Metallic Black w/ Frost White Pearlescent Topcoat). Also use your best judgment when pairing your vehicle choice with your environment. Do note that, with the exception of unmarked vehicles, that window tint of any kind is not permitted on TEU vehicles. Lightbars are not permitted on any vehicle even if they are an option via extras.
| LEO20 | Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor Taxi |
|---|---|
LEO21 | Chrysler 300 |
LEO22 | 2016 FPIU (DUI Checkpoint Version) |
LEO23 | 2016 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan |
LEO24 | Jeep TrackHawk |
LEO25 | 2016 Ford Police Interceptor Utility |
LEO26 | 2014 Dodge Charger |
BIKE1 | BMW 1200 |
BIKE2 | Harley Davidson Electraglide |
3.4 - Patrol Area
All officers should remain in the active patrol area set forth by Administration (in the CAD). The only exceptions to this are field training operations or special events.
3.5 - Going Active TEU
When going in-game as active TEU, your unit number will change to have a modifier based on the type of TEU unit you are. It is permissible to notify dispatch that you're active "TEU/MBU". Please make sure you change your subdivision in the CAD to match what you're running as.
| M | MARY | MIKE | Motor Bike Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
T | TOM | TANGO | Traffic Enforcement Unit |
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