Policy and Procedures
The Cleveland Division of Police, with the assistance of the Bureau of Compliance, creates policies and procedures that provide vision, purpose, and direction for the Division and guide the actions of all its members.
GPO - Table of Contents (Effective 03-01-2022 to Current)
New Revisions - General Police Order
CHAPTER 1 ADMINISTRATIVE
1.01 Organization and Management
1.02 Human Resources
1.03 Training and Education
1.04 Uniforms and Grooming
1.05 Health and Medical
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1.06 Ceremonial Procedures
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CHAPTER 2 LEGAL
2.01 USE OF FORCE
- 2.01.01 Definitions (r).pdf
- 2.01.02 De-Escalation.pdf
- 2.01.03 Use of Force - General.pdf
- 2.01.04 Intermediate Weapons (r).pdf
- 2.01.05 Use of Force - Reporting.pdf
- 2.01.05A.pdf
- 2.01.06 UOF - Supervisory Reviews and Investigations.pdf
- 2.01.07 Force Investigation Team.PDF
- 2.01.07A.PDF
- 2.01.08 Force Review Board.pdf
- 2.01.09 Animal Incidents.pdf
2.02 SEARCH AND SEIZURE
CHAPTER 3 ARRESTEES
3.01 RESTRAINT AND TRANSPORT
3.02 MEDICAL-HOSPITAL PROCEDURES
3.03 BOOKING-PROCESSING
CHAPTER 4 FIELD OPERATIONS
4.01 EMERGENCY DRIVING
4.02 SPECIALIZED UNITS AND PROGRAMS
4.03 MUTUAL AID
- 4.03.01 Protocol with Outside Agencies.pdf
- 4.03.02 Protocol - Cleveland State University Police Department.pdf
- 4.03.03 Protocol - Cleveland Metropolitan School District Police Department.pdf
- 4.03.04 Protocol - Case Western Reserve University Police.pdf
- 4.03.05 Protocol - Cleveland Clinic Police Department.pdf
- 4.03.06 Protocol - Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Police Department.pdf
- 4.03.07 Protocol - MetroHealth Police Department.pdf
- 4.03.08 Protocol - Cuyahoga Community College Police Department.pdf
- 4.03.09 Protocol - University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center Police Department.pdf
- 4.03.10 Protocol - University Circle Police Department.pdf
4.04 PATROL DUTIES
- 4.04.01 Patrol Section Responsibilities.pdf
- 4.04.02 District and Zone Boundaries.pdf
- 4.04.02A.pdf
- 4.04.02B District 1.pdf
- 4.04.02C District 2.pdf
- 4.04.02D District 3.pdf
- 4.04.02E District 4.pdf
- 4.04.02F District 5.pdf
- 4.04.03 Daily Reports, Duty Reports, and Unit Histories.pdf
- 4.04.04 Officer Lunch Breaks.pdf
- 4.04.05 Overtime and Compensatory Time.pdf
- 4.04.06 Mandating Overtime.pdf
- 4.04.07 Community and Problem-Oriented Policing.pdf
4.05 SUPERVISOR DUTIES
4.06 EQUIPMENT AND INSPECTIONS
- 4.06.01 Body Armor.pdf
- 4.06.03 Ammunition Boxes.pdf
- 4.06.04 Wearable Camera System.pdf
- 4.06.04A.pdf
- 4.06.04B.pdf
- 4.06.05 Member Identification Cards.pdf
- 4.06.06 Inspections.pdf
- 4.06.06A.pdf
- 4.06.06B.pdf
- 4.06.06C.pdf
- 4.06.08 Patrol Rifle.pdf
- 4.06.09 Medical Trauma Kits.pdf
- 4.06.10 Naloxone Kits.pdf
- 4.06.12 District Cellular Phones.pdf
- 4.06.12A.pdf
- 4.06.12B.pdf
4.07 FIELD OPERATIONS
CHAPTER 5 FIELD INVESTIGATIONS
5.03 TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
5.05 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND PROTECTION ORDERS
5.08 WEAPONS/FIREARMS
5.09 DRUG/VICE
5.10 CRIME SCENE PRESERVATION/PROCESSING
5.11 CRISIS INTERVENTION
5.12 SPECIAL POPULATIONS
5.15 OTHER INVESTIGATIONS
CHAPTER 6 PROPERTY
6.01 GENERAL
6.03 VEHICLES
6.04 DIVISION PROPERTY
CHAPTER 7 COMMUNICATIONS
7.02 DATABASES
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7.03 COMPUTER USE - DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT
1.1 ADMINISTRATION
- 1.1.03 Standards of Conduct and Courtesy.pdf
- 1.1.05 Performance Evaluations.pdf
- 1.1.05A.pdf
- 1.1.05B.pdf
- 1.1.05C D E F.pdf
- 1.1.07 Sexual Harassment Policy.pdf
- 1.1.08 Violence in the Workplace.pdf
- 1.1.09 Equal Employment Opportunity.pdf
- 1.1.10 Firearms Requalification.pdf
- 1.1.12 Uniform and Clothing Regulations.pdf
- 1.1.12a.pdf
- 1.1.12b.pdf
- 1.1.12c.pdf
- 1.1.12d.pdf
- 1.1.12e.pdf
- 1.1.12f.pdf
- 1.1.12g.pdf
- 1.1.12h.pdf
- 1.1.12i.pdf
- 1.1.13 Duty Related Injuries.pdf
- 1.1.13A (R).pdf
- 1.1.13B (R).pdf
- 1.1.13C.pdf
- 1.1.13D.pdf
- 1.1.14a.pdf
- 1.1.15 Alcohol and Drug Policy.pdf
- 1.1.15A.pdf
- 1.1.17 Travel and Training Requests.pdf
- 1.1.17A.pdf
- 1.1.17B.pdf
- 1.1.18 Police Recruit Training Standards.pdf
- 1.1.20 Early Intervention Program.pdf
- 1.1.20a.pdf
- 1.1.21 Division Mail Service.pdf
- 1.1.23 Reporting Controversial Incidents to the Chiefs Office.pdf
- 1.1.24 Field Training Program.pdf
- 1.1.24A.pdf
- 1.1.24B.pdf
- 1.1.27 Request for Repairs and Improvements of Police Facilities.pdf
- 1.1.29 Health Insurance Portability-Accountability Act (HIPAA).pdf
- 1.1.31 Mentoring Program.pdf
- 1.1.32 Wellness Program.pdf
- 1.1.33 Separating From the Cleveland Division of Police.pdf
- 1.1.34 Automated External Defibrillators.pdf
- 1.1.35 Police Officer Training Standards.pdf
- 1.1.36 Traffic Violations Incurred with City Vehicles.pdf
- 1.1.37 Business Cards.pdf
- 1.1.38 Post Traumatic Incident Protocol.pdf
- 1.1.39 OHLEG-OHLLEISN.pdf
- 1.1.41 Employee Assistance and Support.pdf
- 1.1.45 Return to Duty Program (RTDP).pdf
- 1.1.45A.pdf
1.2 ORGANIZATION
1.3 MANAGEMENT
- 1.3.03 Police Ceremonies and Memorial Services.pdf
- 1.3.03A.pdf
- 1.3.04 Death and Funeral Procedures.pdf
- 1.3.04A.pdf
- 1.3.04B.pdf
- 1.3.05A.pdf
- 1.3.06 Sick Leave Review.pdf
- 1.3.06A.pdf
- 1.3.07 Emergency Relief from Duty.pdf
- 1.3.09 Military Courtesy and Formations.pdf
- 1.3.10 Ride-Along Policy.pdf
- 1.3.10A.pdf
- 1.3.10B.pdf
- 1.3.10C.pdf
- 1.3.11 Ammunition and Firearm Regulations.pdf
- 1.3.11A.pdf
- 1.3.11B.pdf
- 1.3.11C.pdf
- 1.3.13 Foreign Nationals.pdf
- 1.3.17 Long Distance Telephone Call Log Books.pdf
- 1.3.18 Removing Badges from Circulation.pdf
- 1.3.19 Proper Disposal of Division Flags.pdf
- 1.3.20 Sick Time Bank.pdf
- 1.3.20A.pdf
- 1.3.21 Tuition Reimbursement Program.pdf
- 1.3.21A.pdf
- 1.3.24 Sick Leave.pdf
- 1.3.24A.pdf
- 1.3.24B.pdf
- 1.3.25 Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).pdf
- 1.3.25A.pdf
- 1.3.25B.pdf
- 1.3.25C.pdf
- 1.3.26 Restricted Duty (RD).pdf
- 1.3.26A.pdf
- 1.3.29 Use of Mobile Data Computers (MDC) and Detective Tablets (DT).pdf
- 1.3.29A.pdf
- 1.3.33 Duty to Avoid the Appearance of Impropriety.pdf
- 1.3.33A.pdf
- 1.3.35 Diplomatic and Consular Immunity.pdf
- 1.3.36 Competitive Shooting Team.pdf
LEGAL
2.1 USE OF FORCE
2.2 SEARCH AND SEIZURE
PATROL
3.1 ZONE CARS
3.2 PATROL PROCEDURES
- 3.2.02 Vehicle Pursuits.pdf
- 3.2.02A.pdf
- 3.2.03 Road Spikes.pdf
- 3.2.04 Silent Holdup Alarms.pdf
- 3.2.05 General Labor Strike Disturbance.pdf
- 3.2.08 Chronic Alarm Abuse Program (CAAP).pdf
- 3.2.09 Use of Special Weapons and Tactics Unit (SWAT).pdf
- 3.2.11 Contacting Blood and Body Fluid.pdf
- 3.2.11A.pdf
- 3.2.12 Neighborhood Meetings.pdf
- 3.2.12A.pdf
- 3.2.13 Non-Traffic Accidents on City Property.pdf
- 3.2.14 Warrant Check Requirements.pdf
- 3.2.15 Reporting Quality of Life Matters and Hazards.pdf
- 3.2.15A.pdf
3.3 DISTURBANCE AND DISASTERS
3.4 ENFORCEMENT
- 3.4.01 Accountability of MMCs - PINs - and UTTs.pdf
- 3.4.01A.pdf
- 3.4.02 Failure to Comply With Order or Signal of a Police Officer.pdf
- 3.4.03 Use of Video-Image and Audio Recording Equiment.pdf
- 3.4.04 Disorderly Conduct Intoxication (DCI) Arrests.pdf
- 3.4.05 Access to Firearms by a Child.pdf
- 3.4.06 Issuance of Citations or Warrant Summons.pdf
- 3.4.07 Menacing By Stalking.pdf
- 3.4.09 Marijuana Citations-Arrests.pdf
- 3.4.10 Drug Related Activity Prohibited.pdf
- 3.4.11 Silent 911 Calls.pdf
- 3.4.12 Ethnic Intimidation and Hate Incident Investigations.pdf
- 3.4.12A.pdf
- 3.4.13 Parking Infraction Notices (PIN).pdf
- 3.4.14 Driving Under Suspension Arrests and Citations.pdf
- 3.4.15 Misdemeanor Theft Procedures.pdf
- 3.4.19 Open Container Citation-Arrests.pdf
- 3.4.20 Use of the Housing Code Violation Warning Form.pdf
- 3.4.20A.pdf
- 3.4.21 Cooperative Response to Serious Crimes.pdf
- 3.4.22 Terrorist Activity and Identification Response.pdf
INVESTIGATIONS
4.1 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
- 4.1.02 Firearm Test Firing and Serial Number Restoration.pdf
- 4.1.04 Vehicular Assault Offenses.pdf
- 4.1.05 Felonious Assault Incidents Involving Police Officers.pdf
- 4.1.07 Gunshot Residue Collection (GSR).pdf
- 4.1.08 Arson Investigations.pdf
- 4.1.11 Electronic Recording of Homicide and Deadly Force Encounter Statements.pdf
- 4.1.13 Investigation of Human Trafficking.pdf
- 4.1.14 Combined Abduction Response Team.pdf
- 4.1.14A.pdf
JUVENILE PROCEDURES
5.1 JUVENILE ARRESTS
REPORTING PROCEDURES
6.1 NON-CRIMINAL REPORTS
6.2 CRIME REPORTS
- 6.2.01 Stolen-Lost License Plates or Validation Stickers.pdf
- 6.2.03 Dead Body Investigations.pdf
- 6.2.04 Grand Theft Motor Vehicle and Unauthorized Use Investigations.pdf
- 6.2.04a.pdf
- 6.2.05 Carrying a Concealed Weapon (CCW) Arrest.pdf
- 6.2.07 Reporting Elder Abuse, Exploitation or Neglect.pdf
- 6.2.08 Endangering Children.pdf
- 6.2.09 Sexual Assault Investigations.pdf
- 6.2.10 Missing Person (Adult).pdf
- 6.2.10a.pdf
- 6.2.10b.pdf
- 6.2.10c - Missing Child-Elderly Alert (12.25.19).pdf
- 6.2.10d - Police and Community Alert (12.25.19).pdf
- 6.2.10e.pdf
- 6.2.10f.pdf
- 6.2.10g.pdf
- 6.2.10h.pdf
- 6.2.10i.pdf
- 6.2.12 Watercraft Theft Titles.pdf
- 6.2.13 Stolen-Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle Recovery Investigations.pdf
- 6.2.14 Drug Offenses - Use of Ohio Revised and Municipal Codes.pdf
- 6.2.15 The National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS) Hold Notices.pdf
- 6.2.16 Citizen Online Reporting System (CORS).pdf
- 6.2.17 Missing Person Juvenile.pdf
- 6.2.17a.pdf
- 6.2.17b.pdf
- 6.2.17c - Missing Child-Elderly Alert (12.25.19).pdf
- 6.2.17d - Police and Community Alert (12.25.19).pdf
- 6.2.17e.pdf
- 6.2.17f.pdf
- 6.2.17g.pdf
- 6.2.17h.pdf
- 6.2.17i.pdf
TRAFFIC
8.1 ACCIDENTS
- 8.1.01 Damage to City Vehicles.pdf
- 8.1.01A.pdf
- 8.1.02 OH-1 Traffic Accident Reports, Supplements and Violation Enforcement.pdf
- 8.1.02A.pdf
- 8.1.02B.pdf
- 8.1.02C.pdf
- 8.1.02D.pdf
- 8.1.02E.pdf
- 8.1.02F.pdf
- 8.1.02G.pdf
- 8.1.03 Form-10 Reports for Accident Investigations.pdf
- 8.1.03a.pdf
- 8.1.03b.pdf
- 8.1.04 Hit Skip Investigations.pdf
- 8.1.05 Traffic Safety Analysis Panel (TSAP).pdf
COMMUNICATIONS
9.1 POLICE RADIO
- 9.1.01 Communications - Radio Protocol.pdf
- 9.1.01A.pdf
- 9.1.01B.pdf
- 9.1.01C.pdf
- 9.1.04 Request for a Copy of a Bureau of Communications Recording.pdf
- 9.1.04A.pdf
- 9.1.05 CAD Premise - Hazard File.pdf
- 9.1.05A.pdf
- 9.1.06 Use of Mobile Command Vehicle.pdf
- 9.1.07A.pdf
- 9.1.07B.pdf
- 9.1.07C.pdf
- 9.1.07D.pdf
- 9.1.07E.pdf
- 9.1.07F.pdf
- 9.1.08 A Child is Missing Program (ACIM).pdf
- 9.1.08G.pdf
- 9.1.09 Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) System.pdf
- 9.1.09A.pdf