61D - Ancillary Mototist Services - 2019

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Policy & Procedure Page 1 of 5 Lexington Police Department Subject: Ancillary Motorist Services Policy Number: 61D Accreditation Standards: Reference: 61.4.1; 61.4.2 Effective Date: 11/1/1  New  Revised Revision Dates: 1/24/19 By Order of: Mark J. Corr, Chief of Police GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS AND GUIDELINES This policy establishes guidelines for the delivery of many diverse traffic-related ancillary services provided by the Lexington Police Department. These services are basically activities having an indirect effect on traffic flow as well as those that are in response to citizen generated requests for assistance. The public often relies upon the police for roadway assistance in routine and emergency situations, which occur on a daily basis. For this reason, the police regularly respond to incidents where it is not contemplated that an arrest or other enforcement action will be required. In addition to requested services, officers should employ diligent patrolling practices which will allow the officer to locate, in a timely manner, motorists in need of assistance. PROCEDURES A. Ancillary Services [61.4.1(a)] 1. The Lexington Police Department will provide reasonable general assistance to all highway users who appear in need of aid. This will apply at all hours of the day, but particularly during the nighttime hours and during hazardous weather conditions. The aid may include: a. Providing information and directions; b. Assisting stranded or disabled motorists by providing a communications link with needed services; c. Assisting motorists in obtaining timely mechanical assistance such as vehicle repairs, tire changing assistance or related services; and/or d. With the approval of the Commanding Officer or Patrol Supervisor, officers may transport fuel, which is needed by a stranded motorist.