Policy Text
Policy Delano Police Department
318 Delano PD Policy Manual
Public Alerts
318.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for alerting the public to important information
and soliciting public aid when appropriate.
318.2 POLICY
Public alerts may be employed using the Emergency Alert System (EAS), local radio, television
and press organizations and other groups to notify the public of incidents, or enlist the aid of the
public, when the exchange of information may enhance the safety of the community. Various types
of alerts may be available based upon each situation and the alert system’s individual criteria.
318.2.1 PROCEDURE WHEN AMBER ALTER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET
If the prequirements for issuing an AMBER Alert have not been met, the following procedures
shall be used:
(a) The Public Information Officer, Watch Supervisor or Detective Supervisor will prepare an initial
press release that includes all available information which might aid in locating the child:
1. The child's identity, age and description
2. Photograph if available
3. The suspect's identity, age and description, if known
4. Pertinent vehicle description
5. Detail regarding location of incident, direction of travel, potential destinations, if known
6. Name and phone number of the Public Information Officer or other authorized individual to
handle media liaison
7. A telephone number for the public to call to provide leads and information
(b) Fax/e-mail the press release to the local television and radio stations.
(c) The information in the press release should also be forwarded to the Sheriff's Department
Emergency Communications Bureau so that general broadcasts can be made to local law
enforcement agencies.
(d) The individual responsible for making notifications shall also consider the following resources
as the circumstances dictate:
1. Emergency Alert System sites (EAS)
2. California Highway Patrol (CHP)
3. California Law Enforcement Telecommunication System (CLETS) message to activate the
Emergency Digital Information System (EDIS)
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