P1-32a - Ride-Along Program Application Form - Colorado Springs Police Department

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Attachment: P1-32A
COLORADO SPRINGS POLICE DEPARTMENT
RIDE-ALONG PROGRAM
Dear Citizen,
As a courtesy to the citizens of this community, the Colorado Springs Police Department has
established a policy of allowing a limited number of persons to observe Patrol operations of the
Police Department.
We are pleased to be able to extend this courtesy to you. Please keep in mind that while
participating as an observer, you will be under the direct control of your host officer at all times.
Due to our concerns for your safety, the safety of our officers, and to assure that we can continue
to deliver effective service to all of our citizens, we must place certain restrictions on this
privilege. These restrictions are as follows:
With a few exceptions, to participate in the program you must be 18 years of age or
older.
Prior to your ride, you will be required to sign a waiver of liability form. This form is
intended to release the City of Colorado Springs, the Colorado Springs Police
Department, and any individual officer from civil liability for any and all injuries
suffered by you as a result of your association with the Department as an observer. In
the case of persons between the age of 16 and 18 years, this waiver must be signed by
both the individual wishing to ride and a parent or legal guardian.
The Police Department requires that you be physically able to perform the observation
function without assistance from your host officer.
You will be required to maintain a neat, clean, and businesslike appearance. Please
keep in mind that your appearance while in the company of our officers will be a
reflection upon the Police Department. If a question arises about the suitability of your
appearance, the supervisor will make a decision about your continuation in the
program. THIS DECISION WILL BE FINAL.
Under no circumstances may you be armed with a weapon.
The United States Supreme Court has ruled that under most circumstances, civilian
observers may not accompany police officers into private residences or businesses
without the permission of the occupant(s). When circumstances permit, your host
officer will introduce you to the occupants and ask for permission, however you may
not enter the premises unless it is granted. When it is not, you will be asked to remain
in the patrol car or other safe location.
You may accompany the officer during prisoner transport and booking processes if,
and in the officer's opinion, it would not constitute a hazard to any of the persons
involved or interfere with an investigation.
You shall not participate in any police activity or converse with any prisoner, suspect,
witness, or any other person contacted on police business unless your host officer has
granted permission.
You shall not inquire as to why an officer handled a complaint as he/she did until after
the completion of the call.

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