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Newport Beach PD Policy Manual
CHIEF'S STATEMENT
As your Chief of Police, I am proud of the Newport Beach Police Department and every member of
our organization. Organizations are only as good as the personnel who staff them. The employees
and volunteers of the Newport Beach Police Department are our most valuable resources. To be
effective and accomplish our mission, the department must provide you with guidance, direction,
and leadership in the form of policies and procedures.
This Policy Manual is a living document that is subject to constant change. The manual was
prepared with technical and professional assistance. New laws, court decisions, operational
methodologies, and other factors dictate the need for a continual review of these policies, and the
initiation of revisions where necessary and appropriate. These changes will be issued in the form
of Departmental Directives which will be incorporated into the manual on an ongoing basis.
It is recognized that no set of policies and procedures, no matter how complete, can address all
the situations that may be encountered. There will be situations that occur that must be left to
the good judgment and discretion of the persons involved. This judgment and discretion must be
employed with sound reason.
It is the responsibility and duty of every employee to become thoroughly familiar with the contents
of this manual. The department intends to promote ongoing customized training that will help
you with that effort. The information contained in the manual should be followed as closely as
circumstances permit.
Upon distribution or revision of this manual, all other existing orders, policies and regulations that
are in conflict are revoked.
Dave Miner
Chief of Police
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MISSION STATEMENT
The Newport Beach Police Department is committed to providing our Community with the highest
quality police services possible to maintain the quality of life that is cherished by those who reside,
work and visit here.
Our mission is to:
Respond positively to the Community's needs, desires and values and in so doing be recognized
as an extension and reflection of those we serve.
Strive to provide a safe and healthy environment for all, free from violence and property loss
resulting from criminal acts, and injuries caused by traffic violators.
Manage inevitable change and welcome the challenge of future problems with creative solutions,
which are financially prudent and consistent with Community values.
In support of our mission the Department will:
Employ a work force comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence and have the
highest standard of ethics.
Create a healthy work environment for our employees in order to achieve the highest level of
morale possible, while stimulating both personal and professional growth.
Provide effective leadership, training, public education, and current technological support.
Create opportunities for candid exchanges of information, both internally and with the Community
in order to foster positive working relationships with those involved in helping us achieve our goals.
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PREFACE TITLE
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Table of Contents
CHIEF'S STATEMENT .......................1
Mission Statement ........................2
Preface Title ..........................3
Chapter 1 - Law Enforcement Role and Authority .............9
100 - Law Enforcement Authority ..................10
101 - Chief Executive Officer ....................15
102 - Oath of Office .......................16
103 - Policy Manual .......................17
105 - Law Enforcement Code of Ethics ................23
Chapter 2 - Organization and Administration ..............24
200 - Organizational Structure and Responsibility .............25
201 - Police Facility .......................46
202 - Departmental Directive ....................49
203 - Management Assistance Programs ................50
204 - Emergency Management Plan .................52
205 - Risk Management .....................53
206 - Training Policy ......................57
207 - Administrative Communications .................59
208 - Staffing Levels ......................60
209 - License to Carry a Firearm ..................61
210 - Retiree Concealed Firearms ..................62
Chapter 3 - General Operations ...................67
300 - Use of Force .......................68
305 - Handcuffing and Restraints ..................79
307 - Control Devices and Techniques ................83
308 - Conducted Energy Device ...................89
309 - Officer-Involved Shooting ...................95
311 - Firearms........................103
312 - Vehicle Pursuits .....................120
314 - Speed Pacing ......................132
315 - Officer Response to Calls ..................133
317 - Mounted Enforcement Unit ..................136
318 - Canines........................148
319 - Hate Crimes .......................160
320 - Domestic Violence .....................171
322 - Search and Seizure ....................178
324 - Temporary Custody of Juveniles ................180
326 - Senior and Disability Victimization ................191
328 - Discriminatory Harassment ..................207
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330 - Child Abuse .......................212
332 - Missing Persons .....................220
334 - Public Alerts .......................226
336 - Victim and Witness Assistance .................231
339 - Standards of Conduct ....................235
340 - Departmental Audits ....................245
341 - Department Computer