Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

51020.19.1 Incident Commander Review

• The Incident Commander shall review the complete incident package documentation to ensure that it is adequately prepared and shall reach a judgment whether the force used was in compliance with policy, procedure, and training.

• The Incident Commander shall:

  • Review all incident reports for quality, accuracy, and content, including the Report of Finding-Inmate Interview (CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation 3014).

  • Clarify incomplete reports with involved staff by completing a Crime Incident Report Review Notice (CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation 837-C-2 to the applicable employee.

  • Complete an Incident Commander’s Review/Critique Use of Force Incidents CDCRCalifornia Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation 3010). This report shall contain:

  • The description of inmate injuries due to force used.

  • An explanationof why force was needed.

  • A description of the threat that required force to be used.

  • What steps were taken to minimize the need for force.

  • Any relevant comments.

• In the event the Incident Commander believes an investigation may be necessary, the Incident Commander shall suspend review and recommend that the case be referred for investigation.