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Reading Volunteer Crime Watch Program Information

PATROL RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. DO NOT lay a hand on any individual except in self defense.

2. DO NOT get out of your vehicle except to visually investigate the extent of injuries to a crime or accident victim.

3. DO NOT render first aid to any victim unless certified by the Red Cross.

4. DO NOT perform any criminal or security investigative functions such as checking doors, searching between homes, etc.

5. DO NOT shine a light at any person or into the windows of any vehicle or occupied dwelling.

6. DO NOT discuss what you see or hear while on patrol. Do not cause discomfort or embarrassment to any individual. Federal Law prohibits disclosure of any information heard on the police or crime watch radio.

7. DO NOT involve yourself in any way with the work of the Police at an emergency scene unless

specifically ordered or requested otherwise by a Police Officer.

8. DO NOT become involved in high-speed pursuit of vehicles.

9. DO NOT have any weapon in your possession or in your vehicle while on Crime Watch patrol, even if you are licensed to carry one. Your weapons are your eyes and ears.

10. DO NOT get near any person/s with a weapon in their hands (Police Officers or possible criminals). If you see any Police Officer with a drawn sidearm (gun) or shotgun, or with a dog, etc. withdraw immediately to a safe location.

11. DO NOT violate and traffic regulation. Crime Watch vehicles are not emergency vehicles.

12. Absolutely no alcoholic beverages or drugs are to be consumed by Crime Watch members on patrol.

The rules and regulations above have been formulated for the protection of all Crime Watch volunteers and the success of the Crime Watch program itself. Any violations of the Crime Watch Rules and Regulations may result in disqualification from the program.

Your failure to observe these rules CAN result in:

* Personal Injuries

* Civil Liabilities

* Criminal Liabilities

* Interference with Critical Police Activities

* Loss of Community and Police Support for Crime Watch

You can get involved in many situations not covered by these rules. You are responsible for using your own common sense and discipline while on patrol.