7-03/120.20 Uncooperative Inmate(s) During Off Loading



If during the off loading procedures, an inmate refuses to follow directions, continue to off load the cooperative inmates until only the uncooperative inmate(s) are left on the bus.  

The Lead Deputy will remain at the cage door. If there is only one uncooperative inmate, the two backup deputies will enter the general population area and use the reasonable force necessary to gain compliance of the inmates i.e., pepper spray. The two backup deputies from the stairs will enter the multi-man compartment to provide further backup, if necessary. Be advised that while off loading uncooperative inmates from the vehicle, it is possible they may be concealing weapons that can be used to attack Deputy personnel, or other inmates. If there is more than one uncooperative inmate, the Lead Deputy will determine how many backup deputies will enter the general population section.