transporting arrestees

Question 1

Prisoner seating in vehicle without cage

Answer 1

1 cop, 1 prisoner - prisoner sits in passenger seat

2 cops, 1 prisoner - prisoner sits in rear behind passenger seat. passenger cop sits behind driver

2 cops, 2 prisoners - prisoners sit in front and rear passenger seat, passenger cop sits behind driver

Question 2

What is the maximum amount of time a prisoner will be held in a transport vehicle?

Answer 2

2 hours

Question 3

What other law enforcement activities may a unit conduct with prisoners?

Answer 3

None, unless the risk to third parties is both clear and grave, the risk to the arrestee(s) is minimal, and supervisory approval is given.