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  • LOS SANTOS POLICE DEPARTMENT
    • T2 PD SOPs
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          • Foot Pursuit Protocol
      • Arrest and Detention Procedures
        • Reasonable Suspicion
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            • Examples for Arrest
        • Miranda Rights
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          • Code Red: Neutralization of Suspects
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          • MDT GUIDE
      • Traffic Enforcement Procedures
        • Speed Limits & Violations
        • Traffic Stops
          • Do's & Don't List
          • Step By Step Guide
        • Code 5/Felony Stops
        • Pursuit Procedures
          • Formation, Spacing and Levels Of Force
        • Vehicle Repair during Pursuit
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        • The PIT Maneuver
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        • Warrant - Template
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        • Subpoena Request - Template
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      • Case Laws
        • Tennessee v. Garner, 471 U.S. 1 (1985)
        • Terry v. Ohio, 392 U.S. 1 (1968)
        • Pennsylvania v. Mimms, 434 U.S. 106 (1977)
        • Wyoming v. Houghton, 526 U.S. 295 (1999)
        • Riley v. California, 573 U.S. 373 (2014)
        • Carroll v. United States, 267 U.S. 132 (1925)
        • Rodriguez v. United States, 575 U.S. 348 (2015)
        • Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436 (1966)
        • Florida v. Bostick, 501 U.S. 429 (1991)
        • Rhode Island v Innis 446 U.S. 291 (1980)
        • State v. Meadows (2025)
        • State v. Collins (2025)
        • State v Cozney King (2024)
        • Garrity v. New Jersey (1967)
      • San Andreas Public Legislation
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  1. LOS SANTOS POLICE DEPARTMENT
  2. T2 PD SOPs
  3. Traffic Enforcement Procedures
  4. Traffic Stops

Step By Step Guide

  1. Initiating the Traffic Stop:

  • Activate Lights and Takedown: Switch your vehicle’s lights to Code 2 and signal the driver to pull over to the right side of the road. Position your vehicle at a slight angle behind the stopped vehicle.

  • Notify Dispatch: Inform dispatch that you are initiating a 10-38 (traffic stop). Provide your location, the vehicle description, the number of occupants, and whether you require backup.

  1. Pre-Approach Checks:

  • Run Plate: Before approaching the vehicle, check the license plate for any active warrants or BOLO (Be On the Look Out) alerts.

  1. Approaching the Vehicle:

  • Approach Safely: Approach the vehicle from the driver’s side. Identify yourself as a member of the Los Santos Police Department, provide your badge number, and request that the driver turn off the engine.

  • Initial Interaction: Ask the driver if they understand why they were pulled over and explain the reason for the stop.

  1. Document Verification:

  • Request Identification: Ask the driver for their identification. Return to your patrol vehicle to run their information, checking for any warrants and ensuring it matches the vehicle registration.

  1. Finalizing the Stop:

  • Complete the Stop: Once verification is complete and no issues are found, return the driver’s documentation and issue any necessary citations.

  • Resume Patrol: Notify dispatch that the traffic stop is clear (Code 4) you are 10-8 (available for calls) and resume patrol duties.

  1. Contingency Procedures:

  • If the Driver is Wanted: Radio for backup and initiate a Code 5 stop (felony stop) to handle the situation safely.

  • If the Driver Fails to Stop: Inform dispatch that a pursuit has started, and proceed with Code 3 lights and sirens.

If the vehicle is without a visible license plate/tag officer must request the vehicle information from the driver.

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