AUGUST 2025 NEWSLETTER

New Uniforms & Equipment Released

• We are excited to announce the release of new equipment and uniforms.

  • Officers can see the newly released guidelines on Gun Holsters for patrol usage.

  • Additionally, officers can see the newly released guidelines on Duty Belts for patrol usage.

    • Officers are responsible for ensuring they are utilizing the proper equipment while on patrol. 

      • All numbers on the Uniform Structure are from the vMenu (F1) Ped Creation Clothing menu. 

  • Officers will be responsible for creating their uniforms in coordination with the numbers provided on the temporary structures until the Development Department completes the EUP menu.

Senora Police Department

• Officers will see the release of the Senora Police Department documentation and material, and will be permitted to patrol as Senora Police Department as soon as all department assets are released and all development assets are completed and functional. Until an announcement is made, officers are not permitted to patrol as the Senora Police Department.

  • Officers can see the temporary uniform structures for the Senora Police Department here.

    • Officers will be responsible for creating their uniforms in coordination with the numbers provided on the temporary structures until the Development Department completes the EUP menu.

Radio Conduct & Etiquette

• Officers are reminded that when in the RTO channels, they are required to follow all policies and regulations of such channels and to utilize them properly.

• Officers are encouraged to review the official community RTO Guidelines.

  • Violations of these guidelines may result in disciplinary action. Any ignorance of the policies is not an excuse for violation.

• Officers are reminded of our authorized 10-codes; please ensure that you do not utilize prohibited 10-codes over the radio.

Report Review Channel

• As a reminder, we do have our official Report Review channel located in the Municipal Police Discord. This channel is designated for officers to submit report numbers that require supervisor review, including:

  • Arrest Reports

  • Incident Reports

  • Crash Reports

  • Use of Force Reports

  • Vehicle Tow/Inventory Reports

  • Citations

  • Any other reports requiring supervisor review.

• Remember, there should only be one report number per message to ensure proper organization of report review.

Server Conduct

• Officers are representatives of the department as a whole, which means that violations of community rules and regulations while active as Municipal Police reflect on the department.

  • Officers can and should review the community Rules & Regulations frequently.

  • We have seen an uptick in rule violations, specifically on abuse of the GOOC.

Bureau of Professional Development:

• • We are always looking for new Field Training Officers! Do YOU want to make a difference in our department? Are you interested in teaching and assisting other officers? This is a great opportunity to show initiative and dedication to the department by becoming a Field Training Officer!

    • Get started on the short application here!

  • We are proud of the work that our Field Training Officers put in each month, which is why we offer special perks and reward opportunities for completing FTO work!

    • All of the available perks and rewards can be found in this infographic!

• Sergeant Entrance Program:

  • Our Sergeant Entrance Program is currently closed. There is no timeline for when the program will reopen to new applicants; however, for those who are interested in joining, continue to meet eligibility requirements and work on your applications to have them ready!

Bureau of Investigative Services:

• Criminal Investigations Division:

  • July Statistics:

    • 20 Total Cases

      • 4 Cases Cleared: by Arrest or Warrant Filed

      • 7 Cases Closed: Leads Exhausted

      • 1 Cases Closed: Suspect Deceased

      • 7 Open Investigations

      • 1 Open Joint Investigations

    • Applications are open until August 16th. As a reminder for divisional requirements:

      • Must be the rank of Patrol Officer I or higher.

      • Must have completed all of the Officer Success Programs (OSPs)

      • Must be at least 30 days free of any disciplinary actions from all departments.

      • Must be in good standing with Municipal Police CoC.

        • Are you interested in joining the Criminal Investigations Division? Apply here!

  • Divisional Activity Requirements:

    • All investigators must patrol for three (3) hours actively as CID and open one (1) case a month. If you are unable to meet these requirements, reach out to the Criminal Investigations Division staff.

  • The Criminal Investigations Division Administration is pleased to announce Michael S.'s promotion to CID Supervisor!

• Youth Violence Strike Force:

  • This division is currently in the stage of Municipal Police Administration Review. We are working hard to get applications open in the near future!

    • If you are interested in joining the Youth Violence Strike Force (YVSF), individuals must first apply for the Criminal Investigations Division and then meet the entry-level requirements for YVSF.

      • Entry Requirements:

        • Must be a fully trained and active Criminal Investigations Division Detective.

          • Must maintain an "active" status for a minimum of one (1) cycle.

            • Detectives looking to advance into the YVSF will need to do more than meet the bare minimum activity in CID.

    • If you're a current member of YVSF, announcements will come out soon!

Bureau of Field Services:

• Drone Unit:

  • As a reminder for all current Drone Operators: make sure to complete your flight logs. All flight logs are regularly reviewed, and if you do not file flight logs, you may face removal from the division so spots can open for others who are actively interested in joining the division.

• Environmental Police:

  • Municipal Police Administration is pleased to announce Gregory L. 55 as the new Colonel of Environmental Police!

  • Officers who are interested in joining the San Andreas Environmental Police (SAEP) can join and file an application here.   

Bureau of Transportation:

• San Andreas Bay Transportation Authority:

  • As always, our Transit Police Chain of Command continues to extend the opportunity for those interested in providing feedback on the division, which can be submitted here. With this, Transit Police is gathering input on how we can improve activity within the department and foster a better environment for both our members and those who interact with us during patrols.

  • For those interested in joining the Transit Police, you may file an application here. 

  • All Transit Police Officers are asked to use common sense for uniform standards while a formal structure is completed and released. 

    • Any transit officers who violate professional uniform standards will face disciplinary action.

• Traffic Enforcement Division:

  • In conjunction with the latest divisional efforts to improve training and divisional success, the division is working to improve the Motorcycle Unit and improve training standards and activity within the unit.