The U.S. Constitution permits a law enforcement officer to stop, detain, and frisk a person who is suspected of criminal activity without first obtaining their consent. This is only permissible when an officer can articulate a particularized, objective, and reasonable basis for believing that criminal activity is taking place or the person stopped may be armed.

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The authority to arrest and deprive a person of freedom is one of the most serious and sensitive duties of a police officer. Officers recognize that misuse of this authority undermines relationships between the Department and the community members we serve.

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Beat officers continually balance the readiness required of an emergency responder with the guardianship and problem-solving resolve of a community caretaker.

Vehicle pursuit data provided to the California Highway Patrol

The Richmond Police Department is committed to protecting people, their property and rights, while providing the best in public safety and service.

The Richmond Police Department is committed to protecting people, their property and rights, while providing the best in public safety and service.

Officers engaged in police pursuits must continually balance the safety of the public and themselves against law enforcement's duty to apprehend law violators.