The manual of the Saint Paul Police Department is hereby established, and shall hereafter be referred to as “The Department Manual.” It is, and shall be, a composite of current policies, procedures, and rules pertaining to the department as established under previously existing department orders, special orders, and approved practices. The manual describes the department’s organizational structure and lists the responsibilities and functions thereof. The Saint Paul Police Department will consider trust and transparency as well as any potential impact to public trust when implementing policies and procedures. The manual will strive to be reflective of community values. All employees of the department are to comply with the rules and provisions herein contained. All existing manuals, orders, and other regulations which are in conflict with the contents of the department manual are hereby revoked; except the portions of existing manuals, orders, and other regulations which have not been included herein shall remain in effect where they do not conflict with the provisions of the department manual.
Last Edited: April 20, 2018