What does the Chicago Police Department prioritize in its policy regarding mental health-related incidents?
The sanctity of life and enhancing its response in all community encounters, including mental and behavioral health-related incidents.
What is the role of the Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program?
Facilitate and act in coordination with partnerships between law enforcement, prosecutors, courts, designated mental health intake facilities, mental and behavioral health service providers and advocates, and the community.
What are the two main goals of the CIT Program?
- Reinforce the safe and dignified treatment of persons experiencing a mental health crisis
- Promote community-oriented solutions to assist individuals in crisis and reduce involvement with the criminal justice system.
What is required for the CIT Program at the district level?
Sufficient, dedicated district-level resources consistent with the needs identified by the District Commander and the CIT Coordinator.
How many Certified CIT officers are maintained on duty?
A sufficient number of Certified CIT officers on duty on every watch of each district to respond to incidents involving individuals in crisis.
What should Department members do when encountering individuals in crisis?
Utilize training to recognize and respond appropriately, using respectful terminology.
What is the CIT Program designed to improve?
The competency and capacity to effectively respond to individuals in crisis and de-escalate crises.
Who administers the CIT Program?
The Crisis Intervention Unit.
What type of training does the CIT Program provide?
- Basic CIT Training
- Advanced CIT Training (youth, veterans)
- Refresher trainings
What are the responsibilities of arresting officers regarding adherence to Department procedures?
Arresting officers must adhere to all Department procedures relative to the processing of arrestees and ensure there is a valid basis for charges placed.
What is the requirement regarding a name check before charging an arrestee?
An arrestee must not be charged until a name check has been completed.
Under what circumstances does the three-hour phone call requirement not apply?
If the arrestee is asleep, unconscious, incapacitated, or if exigent circumstances prevent timely compliance.
What must be documented regarding an arrestee’s telephone calls?
The name of the person called, phone number called, date and time of the call, and the location where the call was made.
What is required to attest to the accuracy of the CLEAR Automated Arrest System?
Entering a password for electronic signature or signing the affirmation statement in the presence of a deputy clerk.
What must station supervisors ensure regarding phone calls for arrestees?
Arrestees must be allowed to make three phone calls free of charge as soon as possible, but no later than three hours after arrival.
What must be reviewed by station supervisors at the beginning of the booking process?
All Arrest Reports to ensure compliance with Department directives.
When can an arrestee be charged?
When the booking process is complete and probable cause exists.
What is the maximum time an arrestee should be detained before appearing in court?
No more than 48 hours from the time of arrest.
What must be determined when the Resisted Arrest box is checked on the Arrest Report?
Whether the arrestee’s actions classify as passive resister, active resister, or assailant.
How often must station supervisors inspect the lockup and prisoners?
At least four times during the tour of duty.
What must be sought when a charged arrestee is hospitalized?
A mittimus to remand the arrestee to custody.
What should be done if an arrestee is refused transfer to an outside holding facility due to illness?
Transport the arrestee to the nearest approved medical facility.
What is the responsibility of the station supervisor regarding signatures on arrest reports?
Ensure required signatures are entered in the automated system or on the affirmation statement.
What must be verified for an arrestee in custody on a warrant?
That the arrestee and the person wanted on the warrant are the same person.
