Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 19 – Arrest, Search, and Seizure

Revised December 16, 2014

If probable cause exists warranting the search of a vehicle parked adjacent to institution property, the watch commander shall be notified and the driver and/or occupants of the vehicle shall be detained until the local law enforcement agency has been contacted and has responded.
Upon arrival of the local law enforcement agency, the Department peace officer shall apprise the law enforcement officer of all circumstances establishing probable cause for the detention. The local law enforcement officer shall then determine if a search should be undertaken. The Department peace officer shall remain present and render assistance and provide appropriate written reports to the agency as required.