JLBC Begging
JLBC Begging
The standard procedure is to advise to desist
An arrest may be necessary per employer policy
Business or peddler violation
Inform the complainant of the employer's policy
Determine if civil or criminal
Refer to legal assistance if civil
Respond in terms of statute or ordinance if criminal
Check on welfare of citizens
Become familiar with addresses of invalids or elderly citizens on the beat
During the patrol, check the above addresses for signs of inactivity
Newspapers on the porch
Lawn needs cutting
Check with neighbors regarding invalids and elderly citizens
Ring bell or rap on the door of a citizen in question
If there is no answer, contact relatives, friends, and neighbors to ascertain if forced entry into
residence in question is necessary
As a last resort, enter the place in accord with department policy
Lockout of vehicle
Check department policy
I May be able to use slim jim or another device (if authorized)
If entry is not possible, assist in contacting the locksmith
children or animals in a vehicle in hot or cold weather may require immediately forced entry
Locked out of the building
Verify that citizens should have access to the property
Attempt to assist if entry is possible
If entry is not possible, offer to help them to a phone to contact a locksmith, etc.
Service complaints
Courteously inform the complainant that complaints about service do not fall within the scope of the Guards duties.
Direct complainant to the appropriate party
Disorderly public conduct
Identify elements of disorderly conduct
Take arrest action if necessary
Downed wires
Keep citizens at a distance
Notify the fire department of the situation
Take precautions necessary if wires are across the vehicle
Notify agency, business, or company whose lines are down
Notify department supervisor