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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 12-57 06/25/1957 RESOLUTION NO. 12-57 WHEREAS it is in the best interests of the Village of Mount Prospect, Cook County, Illinois in order to promote the general welfare, morals and safety of the residents of the Village of Mount Prospect that the Board of Trustees of said Village adopt Rules and Regulations for the Police Department of the said Village. Now therefore Be It Resolved by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect, Cook County, Illinois, the following are hereby adopted as the Rules and Regulations of the Police Department of the Village of Mount Prospect, Cook County, Illinois: SECTION I. The following Rules and Regulations are hereby established and adopted for the government of the Police Department of the Village of Mount Prospect: Paragraph 1. The general administration and control of the Police Department is vested in the Chief of Police who shall be responsible for the government, efficiency, training, and general good conduct of the department. Paragraph 2. ABSENCE. In the absence of the Chief of Police from the Village of Mount Prospect, or in case of his inability to act, then the officer next in command shall have and be permitted in such case to exercise the powers and duties and discretion as hereinafter stated. Such officer shall be particularly careful to carry out the orders previously given by the Chief of Police. SuCh orders shall not, except in the cases of exjreme emergency, be countermanded or set aside, and when such action is taken he shall report in writing to the Chief of Police his reason in each instance. Paragraph 3. ORGANIZATION OF ~IHE DEPARTMENT. The Police Department of the Village of Mount Prospect shall consist of one Chief of Police, Captain, and such Lieutenants, Sergeants, Patrolmen and such additional special officers as may be approved by the Village Board from time to time. Paragraph 4. ORDER OF COMMAND. During the temporary absence of the Commanding Officer when no other provision is made by competent authority, the command devolves upon the subordinate present next in seniority to such Commanding Officer. The Command seniority is determined, first, by rank, and second by continuous service in the rank. The relative rank in position and order of command, of Police Officers of the Department, shall be as follows: -2- 1. Chief of Police 2. Captain 3. Lieutenants 4. Sergeants 5. Patrolmen 6. Special Officers Definition of terms: 1. Officer: An Officer is a member of the Police Department above the rank of Patrolman. 2. Commanding Officer: Commanding Officer is a man in charge of the department or division thereof. 3. Superior: A Superior is any member of the Police Department above the rank of Patrolman. 4. Police Officer: Police Officers are all persons who are members of the Police Department, regard- less of rank. Paragraph 5. CHIEF OF POLICE. The Chief of Police shall be specifically charged wi th the supervision 0 f all members of the department and shall be held strictly responsible for the conduct, and efficiency of all such members for the general good order of the department, and shall be responsible to the Village President and the Board of Trustees. He shall have regular hours of duty during each working day. The Chief of Police shall have a thorough knowledge of all sections of the Village of Mount Prospect, and when going on duty shall immediately familiarize himself with all police business transacted since his last tour of duty. It shall be the duty of the Chief of Police to inform the Commanding Officer coming on duty of all importan t matters which have occurred and which may require attention. The Chief of Police shall diligently inquire into all complaints and charges of laxity or mis- conduct in the performance of duty by members under his command and shall take such steps as set forth in these rules and regulations, or as he may deem necessary when not in conflict with these rules and regulations. The Chief of Police in the exercise of his duties shall have the power to establish and enforce rules and regulations for the government of the members and employees of the department, which rules shall, however, be consistent with the ordinances of the Village of Mount Prospect and the laws of the State of Illinois. It shall be the duty of the Chief of Police to cause the public peace to be preserved and to enforce all ord- inances of the Village of Mount Prospect of which the police department must take cognizance. The Chief of Police shall receive and give proper attention to complaints of all persons referred to him and perform such other duties as may be required from time to time prescribed by the rules and regulations. The Chief of Police shall have full power and authority to reprimand any member of the Police Department, and to file charges against any member or members of the Police Department with the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for a hearing, for non-conformance with these rules and regulations. II Ii ! - 3... The Chief of Police shall have custody and control of all books, records, machines, tools, apparatus, or equipment of every kind necessary for the use of the department. Further, all the following rules and regulations which are applicable to the members of the Police Department are also applicable to the Chief of Police. Paragraph 6. CAPTAIN. The Captain shall have general charge and control of all shifts and shall enforce all orders, rules and regulations of the department. He shall also perform all other duties assigned to him and observe a rigid maintenance of discipline. The Captain shall supervise and direct the work of all Patrolmen and shall see that they make daily reports of the work performed by them. The Captain shall see that no partiality or favoritism is shown any patrolman under his command. The Captain shall see that all Special Orders and instructions that may be issued from time to time, by the Chief of Police, are read and thoroughly explained to his subordinates, and then posted on the bulletin board. If the Captain shall be absent from duty, on sick leave, or for any other reason, his duty shall be performed by the Lieutenant, with the approval of the Chief of Police. In the absence of the Chief of Police, for any reason, the Captain shall be acting Chief of Police. Paragraph 7. LIEUTENANTS. Lieutenants of police shall be specifically charged with the supervision of all members of the Department during their hours of duty and shall be held strictly responsible for the conduct and efficiency of all such members and for the general good order of the Department during their tour of duty. They shall have such regular hours of duty as may be prescribed by the Chief of Police. The lieutenants shall have a thorough knowledge of all sections of the Village of Mount Prospect and When going on duty shall immediately familiarize themselves with all police business transacted since their last tour of duty. It shall be the duty of the lieutenant relieved to inform the Commanding Officer coming on duty of all important matters which have occurred and whi ch may require attention. The lieutenants shall diligently inquire into all complaints and charges of laxity or misconduct in the performance of duty by members under their command, and shall submit a written report of such investigation to the Chief of Police. The Lieutenants shall receive and give proper attention to complaints of all persons referred to them and make such reports and keep such books and records as are required, and perform such other duties as may be required from time to time by the Chief of Police. The Lieutenants shall at all times wear regulation uniform in keeping with the specifications of the department, unless otherwise ordered by the Chief of Police, or unless their duties are such that uniform is not proper. Ii -4- Paragraph 8. SERGEANTS. A Sergeant of Police is charged with executing the proper performance of patrol and other police duty from the members of the department assigned to patrol duty under him during his hours of duty. He shall have such hours as may be prescribed by the Chief of Police, or Commanding Officer. . Sergeants shall particularly and thoroughly familiarize themselves with all subjects pertaining to the duties of patrolmen and assist and instruct patrolmen under their super- vision in the proper discharge of their duties. Sergeants shall make themselves thoroughly acquainted with the capabil- ities of patrolmen under their supervision and impartially report in writing to their commanding officers every case of misconduct, incompetency, neglect of duty or any violation of the rules and regulations on the part of such patrolmen. Failure to report will be sufficient for disciplinary action before the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. Sergeant, during his tour of duty or otherwise specified by his oom- manding officer, Shall inspeot all men going on duty, paying particular attention to their personal appearance, their uniforms, revolvers, and other police equipment. They shall observe the personal appearance of all men reporting off duty. Sergeants at the conclusion of their tours of duty shall submit reports in writing, or verbally as to their squadfs activity, and the activity of the men under their command, and other pertinent information. In the arent no sergeant is available, the Senior Officer will be held responsible and it shall be his duty to make out the neoessary reports as out- lined in the duties of Sergeants. The reports shall include the condition of the cars or motorcycles used, the condition of the radio, report on all complaints investigated, and all other matters pertaining to the efficient operation of the department. The duties of Sergeants and Lieutenants herein- before set forth shall not relieve them from performing such patrol duty as may be necessary or requested by a senior officer. Paragraph 9. PATROLMEN. Every Patrolman, in carrying out the functions of the Police Department, namely, the preservation of the pUblic peace, the protection of life and property, the prevention of crime, the arrest of violators of the law, the proper enforcement of all the laws and ordinances of which the department takes cognizance, shall be consistently direct in their efforts to accomplish that end intelligently and efficiently, and shall hold themselves in readiness at all times to answer the calls and obey the orders of their superiors, and shall be accountable to their superior officers for the general conditions of the Village during the hours assigned to th em.. All original appointments shall be for a probational period of one year. Continuance in service shall be dependent upon the conduct of the appointee and his fitness for the performanoe of the duties to which he is assigned as indicated by the quality 0 f hi s work and the reports and recommendations of his superior officers. If during the said year the appointee proves unfit, he will be dismissed from the service by the Chief of Police with the approval of the Commission and shall not be entitled to appeal from such dismissal. -5- Patrolmen, unless otherwise ordered, shall wear the regulation uniforms in keeping with the specifications, including materials, designated and adopted by the depart- ment and approved by the Board of Trustees. Patrolmen assigned to squad or motorcycle duty shall at the completion of their tours of duty, check the vehicle used and see that the same is left in a clean condition and refueled and ready for the incoming shift. Paragraph 10. MEN ASSIGNED TO DESK DUTY. Men assigned to desk duty shall wear the regulation uniform adopted for their rank and work such hours as may be assigned to them by i the Chief of Police. They shall see that their radio licenses " are posted in a conspicuous place and carry their identificatioa cards on their persons at all times. Men assigned to desk duty shall at no time leave their post without qualified relief even if it is necessary to call the squad in from the street. They shall answer all alarms as quickly as possible, and shall dispatch the squads, and, or motorcycles, on duty giving them a short and correct description of the complaint and, whenever possible, notify the squads, and, or motorcycles that the complaint is urgent if such is the case. Men assigned to desk duty shall inform the squads or motorcycles of any calls or lookouts when the regular calls are made. Men assigned to desk duty shall keep accurate typewritten reports of all complaints received, in numerical order, and a correct record of all calls made from the police listing all contacts on the daily report sheet. They shall also keep a record of all radio messages on the radio log provided for such purposes. Paragraph 11. FIRE PHONE. On fire calls the desk man shall p.ick up the receiver and immediately note the location and any other conversation. If help is needed, he will immediately blow the siren for fire or inhalator assistance. He shall then remain at the special fire phone answering calls from the firemen, giving them the location of the fire or complaint. Desk men shall also make note of the time the alarm was received and the fire department shall report when they return to quarters. Desk men shall dispateh all available squads and motorcycle men to the scene of the fire or inhalator call. The location of the fire is not 1he be given out to anyone but village officials and firemen, except by order of the Fire Chief. Men assigned to desk duty shall failihfully .. follow the duties outlined for them on the particular shift they are assigned to and keep and maintain all such records as may be required from time to time by their Commanding Officers. -6- Paragraph 12. RESIGNATION. All members of the Police Department shall give fourteen (14) days notice in writing to the Chief of Police or Commanding Officer of their intentions of resigning from the Police Department. Any member leaving the department without due notice as aforesaid shall be disqualified from every again becoming a member of the Police Department. However, before any resignation is accepted all equipment and property belonging to the Village of Mount Prospect must be returned to the Commanding Officer. Paragraph 13. POLICE OF'FICER' S RESPONSIBILITY. It : shall be the duty of each member of the Police Department to I abide by these rules and regulations and the rules and regulationF :as< established by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners ! of the Village of Mount Prospect. ; I Paragraph 14. OFFENSES. Any member or officer who shall be guilty of one or more of the following offenses, shall be subject to the penalties provided in the Board of Fire and Police Commission's Rules contained in Rule 13 of said Rules which offenses are the following: Section 1. Drinking any kind of intoxicating liquor while on duty. Section la. Entering any place where intoxicating drinks are sold while on duty, except in the immediate discharge of duty. Section lb. Drinking intoxicating liquor while in uniform at any time. Section 2. Intoxication. Section 3. Conduct unbecoming an officer or employee of his Department. Section 4. Immoral Conduct. Section 5. Neglect of duty. Section 6. Violation of any criminal law. Se cti on 7. Inattention to duty. Section 8. Incapacity or inefficiency in the service. Section 9. Disobedience of orders. Section 10. Disorderly Conduct. Section 11. Leaving post without being regularly relieved. Section 12. Leaving district or station without permission while mn reserve duty. Section 13. Section 14. permission. Being absent from duty without permission. Leaving Village of Mount Prospect without -7- Section 15. Using coarse, profane or insolent language to a superior officer or to any other member of the department. Section 16. Insubordination or disrespect toward a superior officer. Section 17. Using coarse, profane or insolent language to a citizen. Section 18. Wilful maltreatment of a person Section 19. The unlawful use of any weapon. Section 20. Making a false official report. Section 21. Neglect to wear full uniform during tour of duty, or while attending to any official Department matter. Section 22. Receiving a bribe ofmoneyo;r other valuables. Section 23. Receiving or accepting a fee, reward or gift from a person arrested, or from a friend in his behalf, while in custody or after disposition. Section 24, Publicly criticizing the official action of a superior officer. Section 25. Communicating or giving out information concerning the affairs of the Department, wi thout the consent of the Chief of Police. Section 26. Neglect to pay within a reasonable time a just indebtedness incurred while in the service. Section 27. Refusing to give number of official badge or name when requested. Section 28. Neglect to furnish a person arrested with a receipt for all property taken from him, except when held for evidence. Section 29. Neglect to turn over all property recover..... ed or taken from a person arrested, to the appropriate officer or other appropriate person without delay. Section 30. Assigning anticipated salary to any person or persons. Section 31. Using the equipment of the Department or of the Village for any private or personal purposes whatsoever. Section 32. Neglect of an officer to make a full report of any damage to Police equipment in writing, to the Chief of Police, with a copy to the Board of Commi ssioners. -8- Paragraph 15. In addition to the rules and regulations as established by the Village Board, the laws of the State of Illinois, ordinances of the Village of Mount Prospect, and Federal Laws pertaining to and affecting police officers shall be the governing factors in the conduct of all members of the Police Department, who shall at all times be subject to the same. SECTION II. Tha tit shall be the duty of the Chief of Police and Chairman of the Police Committee of the Board of Trustees to enforce the foregoing Rules and Regulations. SECTION III. That a copy of the foregoing Rules and Regulations shall be delivered as promptly as possible by the Chief of Police to each member of the Police Department. SECTION IV. These Rules and Regulations are in addition to the Rules and Regulations which may be adopted from time to time by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Mount Prospect. These rules shall become effective July 1, 1957. ATTEST: ~a;1?~#'$~ Village Clerk PASSED: APPROVED: This R5d day of ;(!. 5' ~ day of ~ r~ , 1957. ,1957. This