25-024 Department General Order 8.03 "Crowd Control" Update Packet #118
Department Notice
This document is not an official representation of the published policy. To access the official signed policy, please contact us at [email protected].
The purpose of this directive is to announce the revision of Department General Order 8. 03, Crowd Control, adopted by the Police Commission on January 15, 2025.
The Police Commission agreed to a 45-business day implementation period and therefore, members will be held accountable for this policy starting March 21, 2025.
Notable changes include, but are not limited to the following:
- New Definitions: Crowd Management, Crowd Control, Unlawful Assembly, Riot, and Duly Authorized Representative of Media.
- Expanded Guidelines: Dispersal Orders
- Use of Kinetic Energy Projectiles and Chemical Agents: Restricted use unless ALL requirements set forth in the California Penal Code Section 13652 are met.
- Arrest Procedures: Clear guidelines on handling individual, multiple or mass arrests, with authority delegated to event commanders.
- Non-Uniformed Officers: Restricted use to make arrests unless life threatening situations exist.
- Media Access: Added guidelines for cooperating with the Duly Authorized Representative of Media, aligning with California Penal Code 409. 7.
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WILLIAM SCOTT
Chief of Police
Per DN 23-152, all sworn & non-sworn members shall electronically acknowledge this Department document in PowerDMS within (30) thirty calendar days of issuance. Members whose duties are relevant to this document shall be held responsible for compliance. Any questions regarding this policy should be sent to [email protected] who will provide additional information.