Policy Text
Policy
420San Luis Obispo Police Department
San Luis Obispo PD CA Policy Manual
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DepartmentWatch Commanders - 1Watch Commanders
420.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
Each patrol shift must be directed by supervisors who are capable of making decisions
and communicating in a manner consistent with departmental policies, procedures, practices,
functions and objectives. To accomplish this goal, a Lieutenant heads each watch.
420.2 DESIGNATION AS ACTING WATCH COMMANDER
When a Lieutenant is unavailable for duty as Watch Commander, in most instances the senior
qualified sergeant shall be designated as acting Watch Commander. This policy does not preclude
designating a less senior sergeant as an acting Watch Commander when operational needs
require or training permits.