1. Purpose

To provide regulations and procedures regarding the distribution, maintenance and possession of both City-owned and personal police-related equipment.

2. Policy

While working, sworn MPD members shall only carry and use equipment that has been authorized by the MPD Training Division. Members shall only carry weapons and force devices and use weapons and force devices approved by MPD for which they are currently trained and authorized to use through the MPD Training Division, except in the rare circumstances outlined in P&P 5-304.

The MPD Training Division shall be responsible for conducting research and product testing of any new equipment and weapons prior to authorization for carry and use by sworn MPD members. Documentation of any member authorized to conduct field testing of new equipment or weapon shall be retained by the MPD Training Division.

3. Procedures /Regulations

1. Equipment shall not be altered in any way to change its general appearance or function.

2. All MPD purchased equipment shall be marked with the full “Minneapolis Police” designation before being issued or used. Markings may include “Mpls Police” or “MPD.” Police Stores will provide uniform markings and advise units of the best marking for equipment type. If equipment is purchased/shipped directly to a unit, the unit supervisor shall ensure that the items are brought to Police Stores for Department marking before use. This directive does not apply to standard “police” labeled clothing.
3. All members on leave of absence in excess of 180 days, disability status, resignation, termination or retirement shall relinquish all City-issued equipment immediately upon the start of such status to Police Stores. A Police Report will be filed for any item not returned.
4. MPD members under suspension shall report as ordered and surrender their badges, identification card and any other city issued equipment requested by Internal Affairs.

1. While under suspension, members shall not wear the MPD uniform or carry a badge or police identification.

2. During a suspension period, a member cannot carry weapons and force devices based on their status as a licensed peace officer with the Minneapolis Police Department. This also includes the ability to carry a weapon into other states based on federal law. A member may only carry a weapon during the suspension period if they have other legal authority to do so (such as a State of Minnesota Permit to Carry a Handgun).

To list the required equipment that members must carry, and which equipment will be provided to members and which equipment must be supplied by the members themselves.

1. Every sworn MPD member shall carry the following equipment unless assigned to undercover duty where it is necessary to conceal their identity.

• MPD issued ammunition (P&P 5-408).
• MPD authorized badge.
• MPD authorized firearm- primary duty handgun (P&P 5-414).
• MPD authorized handcuffs and key (P&P 5-305).
• MPD issued identification card.
• MPD cellular phone (P&P 4-220).

2. Every sworn MPD member working in a Class ‘C’ uniform (P&P 3-114) shall carry the following authorized equipment and weapons.

• MPD authorized body worn camera (P&P 4-223).
• MPD authorized CEW (if issued) (P&P 5-309).
• MPD authorized baton (optional for those issued a CEW) (P&P 5-310).
• MPD issued hand-held chemical aerosol (P&P 5-308).
• MPD authorized flashlight (P&P 3-203).
• MPD authorized nametag (P&P 3-119).
• MPD issued police radio.

3. Every sworn MPD member working in a Class ‘C’ uniform (P&P 3-114) shall have accessible the following equipment:

• MPD issued gas mask (APR).
• MPD issued gas mask (APR) carrier.
• MPD issued gas mask filter.

1. The City of Minneapolis will issue the following equipment to all sworn members:

• Ammunition (P&P 5-408).
• Bloodborne pathogen kits.
• Body worn camera (P&P 4-223).
• Breast badge.
• Cellular phone (P&P 4-220).
• Gas mask (APR).
• Gas mask (APR) carrier.
• Gas mask filter.
• Hand-held chemical aerosol (P&P 5-308).
• Hat badge.
• Firearm- primary duty handgun (if hired after 12/01/18) (P&P 5-414).
• Identification card.
• Name tag (P&P 3-119).
• Office keys/access cards (when applicable).
• Police radio.
• Reflective traffic vest (P&P 3-203).
• Riot helmet (P&P 3-204).
• Riot stick (P&P 5-310).
• Shoulder patches (10).
• Squad car keys.

2. The City may issue the following equipment to non-sworn members:

• Cellular phone (P&P 4-220).
• Office keys/access cards (when applicable).
• Identification card.
• Other equipment as deemed necessary by the Inspector or Commander.

3. The City may issue additional equipment (tactical and administrative) to members as needed for specialized assignments.
4. Every sworn MPD member shall supply the following equipment at the member’s own expense:

• Firearm- primary duty handgun (unless hired after 12/01/18) (P&P 5-414).
• Leather equipment and accessories (P&P 3-120).
• Handcuffs (P&P 5-305).
• Flashlight (P&P 3-203).
• Baton (if not carrying a Conducted Energy Weapon) (P&P 5-310).

To provide specifications for several small pieces of equipment carried by members.

Flashlights

1. Every sworn MPD member shall carry a flashlight while working in a Class ‘C’ uniform (P&P 3-114).

2. The flashlight shall comply with the following requirements:

1. Diameter not to exceed 1-1/2 inches.

2. Black finish.
3. Minimum of two cells or equivalent.
4. Maximum of five cells or equivalent.

Knives

Members may carry a knife as a tool. The knife blade length shall not exceed 4 inches.

Traffic Whistle

If used, traffic whistles shall be of military or police design only.

Reflective Traffic Vests

All sworn MPD members shall wear reflective traffic vests when involved in traffic direction or control.

To establish uniform requirements for the maintenance, storage, and identification markings of riot helmets and helmet bags to ensure readiness, accountability, and professional appearance.

Riot helmets shall be maintained by each sworn member and shall be kept at the member’s duty assignment at all times. Helmet bags shall be used to protect the helmets while in storage or during transport.

Helmet Requirements

All helmets shall have:

1. The member’s badge number placed on the front and rear of each helmet.

1. The front of the helmet shall have the member’s badge number centered and placed no more than ¼ inch above the badge insignia.

1. The rear of the helmet shall have the member badge number centered and placed two inches above the base of the helmet.
2. The badge number stickers shall be no less than one inch in height and shall be black with a white background.

2. The MPD badge insignia placed on the front of the helmet.

1. The badge insignia shall be centered in the front of the helmet and placed directly above the base of the visor.

2. Supervisors shall have gold badge insignia
3. Officers shall have silver badge insignia.

Supply

1. MPD Stores Unit personnel will provide badge number stickers for placement on helmets.
2. Additional markings shall not be placed on the helmet unless directed to do so by a supervisor.

To establish guidelines for the authorized use, training, inspection, and maintenance of bicycles used by MPD personnel in both patrol and specialized assignments.

1. Bicycles may be used by sworn members for both uniformed patrol and plainclothes assignments. Members must obtain a supervisor’s approval to use bicycles on a limited basis for plainclothes assignments.

1. Members must successfully complete an MPD-approved bicycle patrol certification program and complete continued training requirements to maintain the bike patrol certification status.
2. Members without MPD-approved bicycle patrol training may use a bicycle for an isolated detail (no more than one shift) or an assignment in which a bicycle will only be ridden on a limited basis (no more than one week); with prior approval by a supervisor.
3. Members must obtain a supervisor’s approval and meet the following provisions prior to using a bicycle on duty:

1. All bicycles shall be inspected prior to use. If any deficiency is noted that would interfere with the safe and legal operation of the bicycle, it shall not be used until the problem has been corrected.

2. If the bicycle is MPD-owned or furnished, any deficiency or damage shall be reported to the MPD Bike Patrol Coordinator, who shall arrange for repair or maintenance as required.
3. Any member using a personal bicycle or bicycle equipment for police duties assumes all risk for wear or damage to the bicycle and items. The MPD shall have no responsibility for maintenance, repair, or replacement of the member’s personal bicycle or bicycle items.

To provide procedures for the use, standards and specifications, and reimbursement of body armor worn by sworn members and to maximize the Minneapolis Police Department’s opportunities to receive Federal grant funds.

To maximize officer safety through the use of body armor in combination with prescribed safety procedures.

1. The wearing of body armor is mandatory for all sworn members while wearing the uniform when working on or off duty, who are involved in any enforcement activities.
2. Sworn members electing to wear a body armor external vest carrier shall adhere to the standards and specifications outlined in P&P 3-121.08 of the MPD policy manual.

To provide regulations and procedures for the use, standards, specifications regarding the ballistic vest reimbursement requirements and process.

Ballistic Vest Reimbursement

(see also, Minnesota State Statute 299A.38)

1. Only vests that either meet or exceed the requirements of standard 0101.03 of the National Institute of Justice or that meet or exceed the requirements of that standard, except wet armor conditioning, are eligible for reimbursement.

2. The State of Minnesota provides reimbursement for the purchase of an eligible ballistic vest every 5 years (plus 1 day) to Minnesota peace officers. The amount of reimbursement is adjusted yearly by the Commissioner of Public Safety.
3. The City of Minneapolis will match the amount reimbursed by the State.
4. The amount reimbursed by the State and City is determined based on the purchase date of the vest.

Reimbursement Process

1. The sworn member seeking ballistic vest reimbursement shall:

1. Keep documentation of his/her own ballistic vest purchases.
2. Complete the City of Minneapolis Employee Reimbursement Form and the Vest Reimbursement State Form. These forms are available on MPDnet.
3. Mail the State form to the State.
4. Forward the completed Employee Reimbursement Form to Police Administration. A copy of the itemized invoice/paid receipt for the ballistic vest purchase must be attached to the form.

• 40mm Round: A direct fire impact projectile round used in situations where maximum deliverable kinetic energy is desired for the incapacitation of a person.
• Baton: A handheld, rigid, stick-like intermediate weapon. Batons are typically made of materials such as wood and metal, and come in various lengths and styles. (See the specifications section in P&P 5-310 for authorized types)
• Bloodborne Pathogen: Pathogenic microorganisms present in human blood that cause disease. These pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV), hepatitis C virus (HBC), and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
• Body Worn Camera: Portable audio-video recording equipment designed to be worn on a person.
• Carry Weapons and Force Devices: Having a weapon or force device on one's person. This includes having it in a pocket, holster, or backpack or similar container, as well as having it slung or having it in hand.
• CEW: An intermediate weapon ("Conducted Energy Weapon") that is designed to temporarily incapacitate a person from a distance, using an electrical current for neuromuscular incapacitation.
• Chemical Aerosol: Aerosol, hand-held, pressurized, containerized chemical aerosol agents that emit a stream or vapor. (P&P 5-308)
• Conducted Energy Weapon: An intermediate weapon ("CEW") that is designed to temporarily incapacitate a person from a distance, using an electrical current for neuromuscular incapacitation.
• Firearms/Ammunition/Firearm Accessories: A device that projects either single or multiple projectiles at high velocity. Ammunition is a term meaning the assembly of a projectile and its propellant. Accessories include but are not limited to holsters, gun cases, firearm optics, suppression devices, cleaning supplies, etc.
• Police Report: A report or statement in a report that sets forth the officer's account of an incident and is entered into the MPD's Records Management System.
• Use Weapons and Force Devices: Activating or applying a weapon's or force device's mechanical functions, pointing a weapon, or making contact with a person with the weapon or force device. This includes discharging a weapon such as a firearm, chemical aerosol, or impact projectile launcher, deploying a CEW, performing a CEW warning alert, activating a CEW, laser painting a person, applying handcuffs or restraints, and making bodily contact with a person with a baton or other impact weapon.