NYPD Auxiliary Patrol Guide

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FOREWORD
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Congratulations for serving as a volunteer member of the nation' s leading Auxiliary Police
Program. With your commitment and service to your community, the Auxiliary Police Program
continues to provide invaluable assistance to the Police Department and citizens of New Yark City
by performing uniformed auxiliary police patrols as an effective crime reduction strategy.
The Auxiliary Police Section, with the assistance of the Management Orders and Directives
Section, has re-engineered the Auxiliary Police Guide to improve the efficiency and integrity of the
Auxiliary Police Program.
The Auxiliary Police Program is an integral component of the Depanment that strengthens
police community relations by bridging the gap between the police and the community. The
knowledge, skills and abilities of every member of the service and auxiliary police volunteer
working cooperatively is necessary as we strive forward to provide superior police sen/ices to all
communities throughout the City of New York.
I offer a special tribute to all members of the Auxiliary Police Program throughout the City
of New York for your enthusiastic commitment and dedication to community service. You tml y
serve as the "eyes and ears" of our Department.
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Message from the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section:
The development and publication of this revised Department Auxiliary Police Guide will
provide a strong foundation to support a more dynamic Auxiliary Police Program. The Auxiliary
Police Guide was prepared by the dedicated staff of the Auxiliary Police Section under the direction
and support of the Chief of Patrol and with assistance from the Management Orders and Directives
Section.
This Department Auxiliary Police Guide serves as a guide for ALL members of the
auxiliary police program and auxiliary police coordinators. Members are expected to be familiar
with its contents , and remain current with all new and revised procedures. Furthermore. all auxiliary
police coordinators and auxiliary police supervisors must be knowledgeable and compliant in order
to lead, train and supervise.
It is an honor and pleasure to serve as the Commanding Officer of the Auxiliary Police
Section and be able to work so closely with the dedicated uniformed police and volunteer auxiliary
police throughout the City Of New York. To all members of the New York City Auxiliary Police
Program, as volunteers in policing, I thank you for a job well done.
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Deputy lnspector Angelo] . Maroulis
Commanding Officer
Auxiliary Police Section
NEW ~ YORK • CITY • POLICE • DEPARTMENT

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ISection: General Information Procedure No: 500-02 I
..----- MISSION AND VALVES OF THE NEW YORK CITY AUXILIARY
POLICE PROGRAM
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MISSION Membership in the Auxiliary Police Program affords citizens the opportunity to
study police work, learn police objectives and goals, and thereafter assist the
Department in its efforts to police the City of New York.
One mission of the Auxiliary Police Program is to develop mutual respect and
understanding between the police and the community they serve, promote an
atmosphere conducive to greater public cooperation and as a consequence, lead to
greater police effectiveness.
In addition to fulfilling obligations under the law the Auxiliary Police Program aids
in the Department's community relations program. The objective of the program is
to emphasize the mutual interdependence of the Police Department and the
community at large in the maintenance of law and order and the prevention of
cnme.
Another mission of the Auxiliary Police Program is to train volunteers in police

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occurrence, flood, hurricane, search for missing person, blackout, etc.), and
thereby act as an effective adjunct to the Police Department.
AUXILIARY 1. The NYPD Auxiliary Police Program is the nation's largest and finest
POLICE volunteer crime prevention program. Thousands of dedicated men and
SECTION women contribute countless hours of service each year to their
community. Auxiliary Police Officers function as extra "EYES AND
EARS" for the Police Department. Their primary function is described as
PATROL, OBSERVE and REPORT.
2. The New York State Defense Emergency Act of 1951 required cities to
recruit, equip and train volunteers to be Auxiliary Police Officers who act
as an adjunct to Police Departments in the event of a Civil Defense
emergency or natural disaster.
3. Executive Order # 51 of 1967 charged N.Y.C. Police Department with
full responsibility for the City's Auxiliary Police Program and Executive
Order # 38 of 1975 extended this responsibility.
4. Auxiliary Police Officers are not peace officers or police officers, and do
not possess any powers above or beyond those of the private citizen. In
the event of a Civil Defense emergency however, legislation exists which
enables the Police Commissioner to confer peace officer status upon
auxiliary police officers.
5. In order to carry out the functions and responsibilities assigned to the
Police Department by the Mayor, the Police Commissioner has the
overall responsibility to direct and oversee the Auxiliary Police Program.

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AUXILIARY 6. The Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, under the direction
POLICE of the Chief of Patrol, is responsible for the administration and operation
SECTION of the Auxiliary Police Program. The Borough/Housing/Transit BUreau
(continued) Commanders will designate a deputy inspector or above as a police supervisor to
oversee and determine the effectiveness of the Auxiliary Police Program.
7. In order to ensure that the Department has sufficient numbers of trained
Auxiliary Police Officers capable of acting as an effective adjunct to the
Department in the event of an emergency or natural disaster, and to
provide uniform patrols as a crime deterrent. The Commanding Officer,
Auxiliary Police Section shall:
a. Maintain staff units and provide staff services to field commands,
to properly recruit, train and equip the Auxiliary Police Program.
b. Receive, interview, screen and process enrollment applications.
c. Establish and maintain citywide records of Auxiliary Police
Officers which include: personnel folders, time records, statistics,
shield identification file, rosters and training records, as required.
d. Make final decision on administrative hearings in disciplinary matters.
e. Prepare and issue Department directives.
f. Develop entry level, supervisory, in-service and specialized
training programs.
g. Account for equipment assigned to the Auxiliary Police Program.
h. Assist precinct/unit commanders in obtaining shields and
uniforms of auxiliary personnel no longer active.
1. Maintain liaison with the Office of Emergency Management.
J. Issue and control IDENTIFICATION CARDS, Shields, Bullet
Resistant Vests for Auxiliary Police Officers.
k. Conduct field inspections and oversee investigations of misconduct.
1. Review and make recommendations for promotions and awards.
m. Perform other management and supervisory steps in order to
properly administer the Auxiliary Police Program.
VALUES In partnership with the New York City Police Department, Auxiliary Police
Officers pledge to:
Endeavor at all times, to bring credit upon the Auxiliary Police Program and the
New York City Police Department.
Abide by the rules as outlined in the Auxiliary Police Guide and the laws of New
York State and New York City.
Maintain both integrity and a professional image.
Work in partnership with the community.
Value human life, respect the dignity of each individual and render our services
with Courtesy, Professionalism and Respect.

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Additional Data Auxiliary Police members have unselfishly served their respective communities .
They continue to contribute their dedicated volunteer services in order to
safeguard their communities while helping to improve the quality of life.
Auxiliary Police Officers from the time they enter the program understand there
is no material compensation for their volunteer service, but only the satisfaction
of actively participating in crime deterrence.
Any acceptance of gratuities would diminish the standards of the program and
lower its' high level of integrity. The Auxiliary Guide strictly prohibits the
acceptance and/or solicitation of funds, gratuities, etc., by Auxiliary Police
members.
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Section: General Information Procedure No: 500-03
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SERIES NO. SERIES TITLE
500 General Information
501 Organization
502 Duties and Responsibilities
503 General Regulations
504 Uniforms and Equipment
505 Personnel Matters
506 Disciplinary Matters
507 Court and Agency Appearances

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508 Command Operations
509 MobilizationslEmergency Incidents
510 Quality of Life Matters
511 Aided Cases
512 Department Property
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Active Participation ....................................... 505-06 Bicycle Patrol... .................................... ... 508-04
Administrative Duty Only ............................. 505-07 Board of Review
Duties and Responsibilities ........................ 502-05
Allegations of Corruption & Other Misconduct
Against Auxiliary Police Members ....... ....503-09 Borough/ Bureau Auxiliary Police Coordinator
Appeal of Auxiliary Police Evaluations .... .. 505-13
Applicant Investigations .........•........... ... 505-04
Application Process ...................... .. ... ... 505-03 c

Authorized Penalties Under Command Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator
Discipline ... ...... ...... ................................. 506-04 Duties and Responsibilities ........................ 502-01
Arrest or Criminal Summons of Auxiliary Command Discipline ...................... ...... 506-02

Member .......................................... ......... ... 506-06
Command Log ........... . .. . ............... ...... 508-05
Auxiliary Police Guide Revisions ...... .......505-21
Compliance with Orders ............................... 503-03
Auxiliary Police Order System .......... :.....505-20
Courtesies ....................................................... 5 03-02
Auxiliary Police Personnel Assigned to
BoroughlBureau Commands ...................... 505-03 Courtesy Tours:.............................................505-22
Auxiliary Police Personnel Assigned to

Commands E
Emergency Mobilization/Contingency
Auxiliary Police Program Order of Rank Plan ...... .................. ... ............... ...... ... .... 509-01
General Regulations .... .............................503-01
Employment Discrimination ......... ......... 505-18
Auxiliary Police Terrorism
Awareness ... ......... .............. , ......... .......... 508-12 Enrollment ....................... .. .............. .505-05
Auxiliary Police Testimony at Public Evaluations ..... . ................................ .. 505-12

Hearings ......... .. ... ......... . ................... .507-01
Awards ........................................... .. 505-23
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Formal Disciplinary Process ......................... 506-05 Performance on Duty
General .......................................................503-04
Fuel Dispensing for Auxiliary Prohibited Conduct. .................................... 503-05
Supervisors .............................. .......................512-05
Portable Radio Transceivers ... ......... ... ... ... 512-03
G Promotions .. . ... ..... .. .. ... ..... . ... .......... .. .505-11
General Regulations .............. ........................503-08 Public Contact

Genera1. ......................................................503-06
Prohibited Conduct.. ..................................503-07
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Harbor Unit .................. ... ........ . .........508-08

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Highway Patrol... ........... . .... .. ........ ... , ... ...508-09 Recording ofIn-Service Training for Members of
the Auxiliary Police ... .. ... ..... .. ... .. , ...... ... ... 508-06
Housing Bureau .. . .. . .... ... .. ........ ... . .. ... ..508-02
Recruitment .... ........... ................................505-01
Reinstatement of Former Auxiliary Police

L Personnel. .. ..... ........ .. ..... ......... ........ .... 505-16
Reporting Violations Observed by Auxiliary

Leave of Absence .......................................... 505-14
Supervisory Officer or Uniformed
Supervisor ..... . ...... .............. .... ...... ... ...506-01
Line of Duty Injury - Auxiliary Police
Personnel. ........ ............... ........................... 511-01
RMP Log Book. ............. . ... ...... ......... ... ... 512-02
Lost of Stolen Auxiliary Police Shields,
Roll Call Formations ..................................... 508-11
Identification Cards, Bullet Resistant
Vest ...... ...... ... ... ... ... ... ............ ... ... ...... .....512-01
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Screening
Manhattan Traffic TaskForce .... .. ... ....... 508-10 Procednre ............. ....................................505-02
Separation from the Auxiliary Police

Program .. . ..... . ..... .. ........ .................... 505-15
o Sexual, Ethnic, Racial, Religious, or Other
Organization ... .... ..... ... ..... . ............. ....501-01 Discriminatory Slurs Through Display of
Offensive Material .................................... 505-19

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Supervision and Deployment of Violations Subject to Command
Personnel... ...... ... ... ......... ... ......... ...... ... ... 508-07 Discipline... .................. ................................... 506-03
Suspension ..................................................... 506-07

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Yearly Time Performance by Auxiliary Police
Time Accredited to Auxiliary Police Supervisors. , .... . .. ... ....... .. ................. .....505-09
Members ..... . .... .. ... ...... ............................. 505-08
Transfers .........................................................505-10
Transit Patrols by Transit Auxiliary

Officers ... .. .............. .... . .. ........................508-03
Uniform Allowance Guidelines .. ;......... .... 505-17
Uniforms .............................................. ........... 504-06

Auxiliary Police Shields .. ........ ... .. .. . ... .504-04
General Regulations ................................. ..504-01
Optional Uniform and Equipment... ........... 504-03
Protective Bullet Resistant Vest... .............. 504-07
Protective Bullet Resistant Vest UselMaintenance
and Loaner Poo!... ... ....... ..... ................ 504-08
Required Equipment ... .. ... ... . .... ... ...... .. 504-02
Verification of Driver's License .... .. .. . ....504-05
Use of Auxiliary Vehicles ..... ... ...... ... ...... ... 512-04
Utilization of Auxiliary Police ..... . ... .. .... ... 508-01
~tilizationof Auxiliary Police Officer Volunteers

for Quality of Life Initiatives ..... . ....... ... ... ..510-01
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AUXILIARY GUIDE
Section: Organization Procedure No: 501-01
ORGANIZATION
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1. The Auxiliary Police Program is organized under the Auxiliary Police Section and is
comprised of the following commands:
a. Auxiliary Police Headquarters Section
b. Patrol Borough Units
c. Patrol Precinct Units
d. Housing Units
e. Transit Units
f. Harbor Units
g. Highway Units
h. Manhattan Traffic Task Force
2. The jurisdiction of the auxiliary police units are as follows:
a. Auxiliary Police Headquarters Section - encompasses all units of the
Auxiliary Police Program and is citywide in scope and territorial jurisdiction.
1. Headquarters Unit
2. Special Task Unit
3. Headquarters Band
b. Patrol Borough Units - the geographic boundaries of their respective Patrol
Borough commands.
c. Patrol Precinct Units - the geographic boundaries of their respective Patrol
Precinct commands.
d. Housing Unit - the geographic boundaries of their respective police service areas
(PSAs).
e. Transit Unit - the geographic boundaries of their respective Transit
Boroughs.
f. Harbor Unit -the geographic area designated by their parent commands.
g. Highway Unit - the geographic boundaries of their respective Highway units,
which are Highway 1,2,3 and 5.
h. Manhattan Traffic Task Force - the geographic boundaries of Manhattan.
3. The functions of the various auxiliary police units shall include the following:
a. AUXILIARY POLICE HEADQUARTERS SECTION - shall assist the
Auxiliary Police Section staff with the application and operation of the Auxiliary Police
Program, and supervise the Headquarters Section Units.
(1) Headquarters Unit
a. Administrative Unit - perfonn clerical and administrative duties,
which includes assisting the unifonn and civilian staff at the Auxiliary
Police Section on scheduled "shield nights," and other special events.
b. Recruitment Unit - assist precinct/unit auxiliary police
commands to explore methods of recruitment, carry out such
programs, and put into practice a system of follow-up
procedures directed toward the retention of those recruited.

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c. Ceremonial Unit - liaison with Department units to coordinate

and direct activities for auxiliary units at their special events
such as ceremonies, graduations, parades, funerals, and other
citywide auxiliary police functions.
(2) Special Task Unit - assist field commands by providing uniform patrols at
precincts, PSAs and transit districts, and at borough and citywide
levels and augment uniform security at Auxiliary Headquarters. Perform
special assignments, administrative duties and assist in- recruitment
drives, or as directed by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
(3) Headquarters Band - provide musical entertainment at precinct,
borough, or citywide award ceremonies, graduation exercises, and
other special events related to auxiliary police functions.
NOTE Prior to responding to a precinct or a borough detail, the Headquarters Police Coordinator!
alternate shall notify the Precinct/PSAITransit coordinator regarding the assignment of the
Auxiliary Headquarters units within their command.
b. PATROL BOROUGH UNIT - perform such duties and assignments as may be

directed by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, Borough Auxiliary
Police Program Supervisor, the Borough Auxiliary Police Coordinator or other
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c. PATROL PRECINCT UNIT - perform such duties as assignments as may
be directed by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, the Borough
Auxiliary Police Program Supervisor, the Borough and Precinct Auxiliary Police
Coordinators, the Auxiliary Police Borough Commanders or other competent
authority.
d. HOUSING UNIT - perform such duties and assignments as may be directed by the
Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, the Housing Bureau Auxiliary
Police Program Supervisor, Housing Unit Auxiliary Police Coordinator or other
competent authority.
e. TRANSIT UNIT - perform duty as an auxiliary adjunct of the Police Transit
Borough units under the direction of the Commanding Officer, Transit Borough,
Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, the Auxiliary Police Coordinator or
other competent authority.
f. HARBOR UNIT - perform duty as an auxiliary adjunct of the Police Harbor
Unit under the direction of the Commanding Officer, Harbor Unit, Commanding
Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, the Auxiliary Police Coordinator or other
g. HIGHWAY UNIT - perform duty as an auxiliary adjunct of the Police Highway
Unit under the direction of the Commanding Officer, Highway Unit, Commanding
Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, the Auxiliary Police Coordinator or other

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h. MANHATTAN TRAFFIC TASK FORCE- perform duty as an auxiliary

adjunct of the Manhattan Traffic Task Force under the direction of the
Commanding Officer, Manhattan Traffic Task Force, Commanding Officer,
Auxiliary Police Section, the Auxiliary Police Coordinator or other competent
authority ..
NOTE Auxiliary Police Commanding Officers are responsible for proper supervision ofAuxiliary Police
units within their respective jurisdictions. They will assist the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary
Police Section in the operation and administration of the Auxiliary Police Program.
4. To assist the Police Department with the administration and supervision of the Auxiliary
Police Program, the following tables of organization are established:
a. Table of Organization
1. Auxiliary Police Headquarters Section
Headquarters Unit:
Commanding Officer
Administrative Unit
Recruitment Unit
Ceremonial Unit
Headquarters Band:
Commanding officer
Band members
Special Task Unit:

Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
2. Patrol Borough Unit

Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
Adjutant
Operations Commander
Administrator
Planning/Special Projects
Staff Assistant
3. Patrol Precinct Unit

Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
Personnel Officer
Recruitment Officer

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NOTE In limited cases, within each borough the ranks ofdeputy inspector and captain .MAY be designated
as commanding officer and executive officer, respectively, in Precinct Commands ONLY at
the discretion of the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
4. Housing Unit
Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
5. Transit Unit
Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
6. Harbor Unit
Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
7. Highway Unit
Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
8. Manhattan Traffic Task Force (M.T.T.F.)

Commanding Officer
Executive Officer
NOTE Highway, Housing, Transit units and Manhattan Traffic Task Force with 20 or more
Auxiliary Police members may request an auxiliary police captain. In these circumstances, a
lieutenant may be assigned as the executive officer.
9. PrecinctiHousingiTransitlHarborlManhattan Traffic Task Force

Commands (ratio of APO's to Supervisors)
APO AlSgt AlLt

5-10 1 o
11-19 2 1
20-29 3 1
30-39 4 2
40-49 5 3
50-59 6 3
60-69 7 4
NOTE The above rank quotas established in the Table of Organization may not be exceeded, except
in special cases with permission of the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.

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Section: Duties and Responsibilities Procedure No: 502-01
COMMAND AUXILIARY POLICE COORDINATOR

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COMMAND l. Perform tours of duty that coincide with the tours of Auxiliary Police
AUXILIARY personnel when possible.
POLICE
COORDINATOR
NOTE Commanding Officers concerned will make a concerted effort to ensure that the
assignment of the Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator is a full time
assignment.
2. Wear appropriate business attire when not performing duty in uniform.

3. Foster a close working relationship between the unit's police officers and
auxiliary personnel. Maintain high morale and "esprit de corps" within
the auxiliary unit.
4. Assist both the commanding officer and special operations lieutenant in
the unit's problem solving objectives by coordinating and maintaining a
liaison with the Crime Prevention, Community Affairs, Youth Officer,
Community Policing Coordinator and Planning Officers.
5. Coordinate all auxiliary police activities within the unit and ensure that
members perform within auxiliary guidelines.
6. Recruit new members into the Auxiliary Police Program continually by
developing strategies with the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police
Section and recruitment staff.
7. Conduct mandatory "basic training" classes for new recruits twice a year
with a least ten (10) recruits.
8. Interview, enroll and investigate new applicants to the program.
a. Prepare initial/final package
b. Conduct applicant investigations as directed, if necessary
c. Report to Auxiliary Police Section, three (3) weeks before the start of
"Basic Training Course" with the initial package and immediately upon
completion of the course with the final package.
9. Examine and verify all information submitted including proof of
residence, employment, citizenship, etc.
a. Must verify by written documentation that on-file applicant is a
permanent resident.
10. Develop innovative programs within Department guidelines to generate
interest and enthusiasm in the program.
11. Schedule and conduct in-service training classes as determined by the
needs of the auxiliary unit.
12. Schedule training for auxiliary personnel through the Auxiliary Police
Section, Training Unit.

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COMMAND 13. Conduct annually, two (2) three (3) hour classes in both "Use of Force" and
AUXILIARY "Baton Techniques" for all members NOT designated "Administrative Duty
POLICE Only." ,
COORDINATOR a. Include the OEEO, two (2) hour class, annual refresher to ALL
(continued) Auxiliary members.
14. Maintain and provide to the BoroughlBureau Auxiliary Police
Coordinator and Auxiliary Police Section, an updated list of trained,
eligible auxiliary members for "Quality of Life" enforcement operations,
removing members no longer eligible.
15. Identify and recommend to the Special Operations Lieutenant suitable
volunteer Auxiliary Police Officers for "Quality of Life" enforcement
operations.
16. Inspect Auxiliary Police officers at roll call, make assignments, and
provide instruction on current orders, operations orders, bulletins, etc.,
issued by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
a. Ensure that Auxiliary Police Officers are assigned to non-
hazardous and non-enforcement tasks which assist the
command's police officers in providing service to the
community.
17. Confer with the Commanding Officer, Special Operations Lieutenant and
Planning officer to develop plans for optimum use of Auxiliary Police
members in the event of an emergency.
a. Ensure that auxiliary police mobilization plans are developed and
tested by the command and all Auxiliary Police personnel are
instructed on the provisions of the plans. .
18. Ensure that hours performed by Auxiliary Police members are accurately
recorded.
a. Include monthly activity figures on required Auxiliary Police
Section form A.P.S. #36 and forward a copy to the
Borough/Bureau Auxiliary Police Coordinator and the original to
the Auxiliary Police Section by the 5th day of the following month.
b. Be cognizant of those members who fail to meet required
minimum hours and process as per Auxiliary Police Guide
procedures 505-06, "Active Participation" and 505-08, "Time
Accredited to Auxiliary Police Members. "
19. Obtain shield(s), LD. cards(s), Department issued bullet resistant vest(s)
and equipment of member(s) suspended or leaving the Auxiliary Police
Program and process accordingly.
20. Maintain an Information Log for Information/Observation Report (APS #
44) as per Auxiliary Police Section Directive # 1, dated January 26, 1994.
21. Maintain an Awards Log and submit requests for recognition awards, as
per Auxiliary Police Guide procedure 505-23, "Awards."
22. Create and maintain a "Command Auxiliary Reference Library"
containing relevant materials to the Auxiliary Police Program (i.e., Patrol
Guide, Auxiliary Police Guide, Training Manual, Department Bulletins,
Operations Orders, Personnel Orders, etc.)
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COMMAND 23. Evaluate Auxiliary Commanding Officer, review evaluations of auxiliary

AUXILIARY members and recommend qualified auxiliary members for promotion to
POLICE Auxiliary Police Section through the unit's Borough/Bureau Auxiliary
COORDINATOR Police Coordinator.
(continued) 24. During July of each year, conduct a DMV check to verify that members
qualified as Department vehicle operators possess a current valid New
York State driver' s license.
25. Safeguard and maintain all equipment and supplies assigned for auxiliary
police use. Includes: Bullet resistant vests, portable radios, vehicles,
bicycles, Auxiliary Police Guide, training manuals, etc.
26. Conduct daily inspections on all portable radios and reserve supply of
bullet resistant vests assigned to command for auxiliary police use, when
performing duty.
a. Document inspection by listing serial numbers of portable radios
and the reserve supply of bullet resistant vests assigned to the
command for auxiliary police use in the Auxiliary Police Unit
Command Loaner VestlRadio Log and indicate if all property is
present and accounted for.
NOTE If a portable radio is lost or stolen immediately comply with P. G. 219-15,

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"Portable Radio Transceivers. "
If any other Department property is lost Or stolen immediately comply with P. G.

219-20, "Loss of Theft ofDepartment Property. "
The inspection and documentation of portable radios and the reserve supply of
bullet resistant vests assigned to a command for auxiliary police use will be
completed daily. In the absence of the Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator,
the special operations lieutenant/platoon commander will designate an
appropriate uniformed member of the service to complete the above steps. "
27. Ensure that disciplinary matters are processed as per Auxiliary Police
Guide procedures.
28. Upon change of assignment, ensure that the subsequent unit Auxiliary
Police Coordinator is apprised of the operation of the unit and
administrative procedures. Also notify Auxiliary Police Section, Training
Unit so as to arrange for Coordinator Orientation Course training.
The Commanding Officer selects qualified uniformed member of the service for
NOTE assignment as unit Auxiliary Police Coordinator but is not assigned as such until
approved by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section. Additionally, the
Commanding Officer selects an alternate to perform the above duties when the unit
Auxiliary Police Coordinator is not working.

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NOTE All Borough/Bureau and Unit Auxiliary Police Coordinators are responsible for
(continued) program management and will ensure adherence to the provisions of the Auxiliary
Police Guide and all related Department orders published by the Commanding Officer,
Auxiliary Police Section.
ADD/TONAL Each Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator will maintain an Auxiliary Police Unit
DATA Command Loaner Vest/Radio Log to ensure the integrity and safekeeping of all portable
radios and the reserve supply of bullet resistant vests assigned to the command for
auxiliary police use.
The Auxiliary Police Unit Command Loaner Vest/Radio Log will contain captions
across the top of each page, as follows:
TIME/ SERIAL # OF VESTS/ VEST/RADIO INSPECTING SIGNATURE

DATE RADIOS LOCATION MOS

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BOROUGH 1. Facilitate the exchange and dissemination of information between

/BUREAU Auxiliary Police Section and unit Auxiliary Police Coordinators.
AUXILIARY 2. Oversee activities and functions of, and provide support for, Command
POLICE Auxiliary Police Coordinators.
COORDINATOR 3. Provide assistance in the assignment of auxiliary police personnel for
special events and details within the borough concerned and outside the
borough, if requested by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police
Section.
4. Process in a timely manner, requests received £ro'm Command Auxiliary
Police Coordinator for:
a. Promotions
b. Recognition awards.
5. Process the return of shields and identification cards for members leaving
or terminated from the Auxiliary Police Program.
6. Confer daily, at the start of the tour, with the liaison officer at Auxiliary
Police Section to ascertain current program activities and instructions.
a. Submit tours of duty, for the upcoming week, to Auxiliary Police
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Section.
7. Maintain a list of qualified volunteer auxiliary police personnel for use in
"Quality of Life" enforcement operations.
8. Conduct a Borough/Bureau annual award in recognition of auxiliary
police services.
9. Conduct a Board of Review for prospective candidates entering the
Auxiliary Police Program.
10. Conduct the Borough Basic Training Course for new candidates twice a
year.
11. Conduct recruitment drives for auxiliary police program.
NOTE The Borough/Bureau Commander selects qualified uniformed member of the service for
assignment as Borough/Bureau Auxiliary Police Coordinator but is not assigned as such
until approved by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section. Additionally, the
BoroughIBureau Commander selects an alternate to perform the above duties when the
Borough/Bureau Auxiliary Police Coordinator is not working.
RELATED Auxiliary Police Program (A.G. 316-28)

PROCEDURE Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator(P.G. 202-34)

AUXILIARY GliDE
AUXILIARY POLICE PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO BOROUGW

BUREAU COMMANDS
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PURPOSE To describe the duties and responsibilities of Auxiliary Police personnel

assigned to the borough/bureau commands.
SCOPE Auxiliary police supervisors assigned to the borough will have the primary goal
of providing leadership and direction to personnel under their command.
Members will work in conjunction with their respective borough and Auxiliary
Police Section staff to assure that all programs and policies are within Auxiliary
Police guidelines. All assigned borough personnel are under the direction and
supervision of the Borough Auxiliary Police Coordinator. Auxiliary police
personnel will perfonn · all duties in the prescribed unifonn and abide by all
Auxiliary Police guidelines.
AUXILIARY 1. Utilize the Personnel Unit, Management and Control Section, Borough
BOROUGH Executive Officer, Borough Adjutant, Borough Operations Commander,
COMMANDER and Borough Administrator to administer, assign, control, coordinate,
discipline, evaluate, guide, motivate, supervise and train all borough
personnel.
a. Develop plans, establish liaisons and implement strategies m
furtherance of achieving the mission of the command.
2. Supervise and direct the Auxiliary Borough Headquarters staff.
3. Perfonn required amount of hours as directed by the Commanding
Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
4. Coordinate meetings on a monthly basis with Auxiliary Commanding Officers
and Auxiliary Police Coordinators.
a Meetings should be held to disseminate Auxiliary Police Operations
Orders, Personnel Orders, discuss event coverage, reports, etc.
5. Oversee an Auxiliary Police Borough "Board of Review" of candidates
entering auxiliary program and promotion to sergeant and/or lieutenant.
a Ensure that the candidates have been interviewed and are suitable for
promotion.
b. Review and endorse recommendations for promotion and present to the
borough Auxiliary Police Coordinator for reVIew and
recommendation.
6. Confer with the patrol borough commander on matters of mutual concern.
NOTE Promotions to lieutenant and above are submitted to the borough/bureau Auxiliary Police
Coordinator and the borough supervisor. Submissions will then be forwarded to the
Commanding Qfficer, Auxiliary Police Section for a Promotion Review Board at Auxiliary
Police Section.
7. Conduct annual boroughwide awards ceremony.

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AUXILIARY 8. Assure that the units within the borough are operating in accordance with
BOROUGH Auxiliary Police guidelines.
COMMANDER a hnmediately notify the Borough Auxiliary Police Coordinator of
(continued) discrepancies or serious violations observed or reported.
9. Oversee recruitment drives conducted by units within the borough. (Utilize the
table, banner, and sound device made available to auxiliary units upon request)
10. Plan/organize "Mobilization Exercises" as per Auxiliary Police Guide.
a Maintain current mobilization contact phone numbers as required by
Auxiliary Police Guide procedure 509-01 "Emergency
Mobilization/Contingency Plan"
11. Review and endorse "Requests for Recognition."
12. Maintain contact with the Auxiliary Police Section Liaison Officer in the
absence of the Borough Auxiliary Police Coordinator.
13. Submit monthly "Auxiliary Commanders Status Ref'rt" to the Commanding
Officer, Auxiliary Police Section, by the fifth (5 ) of the month, for the
preceding month, outlining participation in Auxiliary Police activities and
results/efforts of all responsibilities listed above.
14. Submit quarterly reports to the Auxiliary Police Section outlining:
a Accomplishments of each captain during the period
b. Disciplinary action
c. Unusual occurrences.
AUXILIARY 15. Assist the Auxiliary Commanding Officer in the discharge of his/her duties.
BOROUGH a In the absence of the Auxiliary Commanding Officer, assume all duties
EXECUTIVE and responsibilities of the Auxiliary Commanding Officer.
OFFICER 16. Provide support for special programs and recruitment drives, as directed by the
Auxiliary Borough Commander.
17. Assist the units within the borough with the organization and assignment of
personnel for parades, festivals, street fairs, block parties, etc.
18. Visit commands within the borough to promote 'esprit de corps' among the
members.
a Accentuate positive recruitment and retention efforts and discuss
strategies for upcoming events and details.
AUXILIARY 19. Supervise and coordinate activities of Auxiliary Borough Administrator,
BOROUGH Auxiliary Borough Operations Commander and supervise patrol operations.
ADJUTANT 20. Assist with the implementation of borough programs and the achievement of
the overall mission.
21. Oversee Auxiliary Police "Administrative Interviews" for serious violations or
when command discipline is declined.
22. Participate as a member of all borough promotion and recognition "Boards of
Review."
23. Prepare, review and sign reports and endorsements for Auxiliary Borough
Commander, when necessary.
24. Review and maintain all evaluations of auxiliary sergeant and above.
25. Advise Auxiliary Borough Commander on all matters that will unprove
borough operations and performance.
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AUXILIARY 26. Review line of duty injuries of Auxiliary Police officers.

OPERATIONS 27. Oversee field operations conducted within borough jurisdiction, [e.g.,
COMMANDER major details, parades and utilization of members at large scale events,
special projects and programs (community events and crime prevention
activities)].
28. Conduct field inspections.
29. Oversee the maintenance and updating of mobilization rosters.
30. Assist the Borough Auxiliary Police Coordinator and immediate
supervisors with tasks as assigned.
31. Confer regularly with auxiliary units within respective boroughs.
32. Perform any other duty as directed by the Auxiliary Borough
Commander.
AUXILIARY 33. Oversee administrative function of the borough (e.g., unit inspections,
BOROUGH planning and training).
ADMINISTRATOR 34. Oversee the collection and receipt of administrative reports (e.g.
Auxiliary Police Section (APS) #10's, #36's, mobilization rosters, self
defense verification rosters, radio inventories, requests for recognition
and promotion, evaluations, shields and IDENTIFICATION CARDS,
etc.,) from precinct commands.
35. Ensure that surveys for citywide details and information due at Auxiliary Police
Section are collected and forwarded within the appropriate time frame.
AUXILIARY 36. Assist with surveys and requests for personnel by Auxiliary Police
PLANNING Section for upcoming events and training sessions.
OFFICER! 37. Develop boroughwide newsletter announcmg recognition, special
SPECIAL activities, promotions and announcements from within the borough.
PROJECTS 38. Assist the Borough Auxiliary Police Coordinator and Borough Auxiliary
OFFICER Commanding Officer with recruitment and retention efforts as well as the
implementation of new projects and initiatives.

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AUXILIARY POLICE PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO COMMANDS

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PURPOSE To describe the duties and responsibilities of Auxiliary Police personnel

assigned to commands.
SCOPE Auxiliary Police Supervisors assigned to commands will have the primary goal
of providing leadership and direction to Auxiliary Police personnel under their
command. All command Auxiliary Police personnel are under the direction and
supervision of the Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator. Auxiliary police
personnel will perfonn all duties in the prescribed uniform and abide by all
Auxiliary Police guidelines.
AUXILIARY 1. Command auxiliary unit within a precinct, police service area, transit
COMMANDING district or similar unit.
OFFICER 2. Be responsible for:
a. Proper perfonnance of functions of the unit
b. Efficiency and discipline of personnel assigned to unit
c. Serviceability, proper care and use of equipment assigned to unit
d. Patrol, administrative and record keeping functions of the unit
e. Infonning members of current auxiliary Operations Orders,
. ---. Bulletins and Personnel Orders .
3. Perfonn duty in unifonn.
4. Frequently test the knowledge of members in the unit on their duties and
responsibilities.
5. Make personal inspections of unifonns, equipment and general
appearance of members in the unit.
6. Conduct monthly meetings with supervisors within the unit.
7. Attend meetings at the borough/bureau office or at the Auxiliary Police
Section.
8. Attend and address monthly precinct community council meetings, if
appropriate.
9. Confer with the patrol precinct's commanding officer on matters of importance.
10. Adjudicate Command Discipline issued by unit's supervisors.
11. Inspect IDENTIFICATION CARDS of members in the unit for expiration.
a. Infonn Auxiliary Police Coordinator of expiration so that a
replacement can be obtained from Auxiliary Police Section.
AUXILIARY 12. Assume control of unit and perform fimctions of the Auxiliary Commanding
EXECUTIVE Officer during absence.
OFFICER 13. Perfonn duty in uniform.
14. Supervise perfonnance of administrative functions in the unit.
15. Evaluate training, planning and personnel functions and needs of the unit
and make recommendations to the Auxiliary Commanding Officer.
16. Inspect unifonns, equipment, and general appearance of members of the
unit frequently.
17. Represent the Auxiliary Commanding Officer at community meetings of
concern to unit when designated.
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AUXILIARY 18. Perform duty in uniform as staff officer assIstmg the Auxiliary
ADMINISTRATION Commanding Officer and the Auxiliary Police Coordinator in
SUPERVISOR administrative matters.
19. Review and supervise the maintenance of records and files within the
unit.
20. Relay instructions of Auxiliary Commanding Officer to members of unit.
21. Supervise Auxiliary Police personnel assigned to administrative duties
only, and perform patrol duties when practical.
AUXILIARY 22. Perform duties as directed by Auxiliary Commanding Officer.

SPECIAL 23. Perform duty in uniform.
OPERATIONS 24. Supervise and coordinate unit's specialized personnel.
SUPERVISOR 25. Be knowledgeable in current Orders and procedures.
a. Instruct and test subordinate personnel in these matters.
26. Confer with the command's special operations lieutenant on matters of
importance.
27. Organize and supervise recruitment operation.
AUXILIARY 28. Be responsible for all command operations during the tour performed.
PLATOON 29. Perform duty in uniform.
SUPERVISOR 30. Review actions of auxiliary patrol supervisors to ensure compliance with
Department policies and procedures.
31. Ensure radio transmissions affecting the unit are monitored at all times.
Supervise roll call.
a. Personally inspect the outgoing platoon to ensure the personal
appearance of members meets Department standards.
b. Instruct and question members relative to command conditions.
c. Ensure members are familiar with integrity concerns.
32. Evaluate driving habits and abilities of members of the platoon and take
corrective action as necessary.
33. Maintain MEMORANDUM PAD (pD112-141).
34. Inspect MEMORANDUM PAD (PD112-141) of auxiliary patrol
supervisors: daily.
AUXILIARY 35. Supervise, assist and instruct Auxiliary Police Officers m the
PATROL performance of their duties.
SUPERVISOR 36. Perform duty in uniform.
37. Patrol command in uniform, equipped with portable radio, as directed.
38. Visit Auxiliary Police officers assigned to foot/radio motor patrol
periodically throughout the tour to ensure members are on proper post.
NOTE Auxiliary Patrol Supervisors will ensure that patrol is performed by a minimum of two
(2) Auxiliary Police officers. Auxiliary Police Officers will NOT perform solo patrol
under any circumstances. .
39. Maintain MEMORANDUM PAD and make entries listing times, names
and assignment of Auxiliary Police officers visited.
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AUXILIARY 40. Keep Auxiliary Police Coordinator notified on matters of importance.

PATROL 41. Advise Auxiliary Police Coordinator of Auxiliary Police Officer uniform
SUPERVISOR deficiencies.
(continued) 42. Report any dereliction of duty to Auxiliary Commanding Officer.
43. Assist with unit administration.
44. Perform other duties as directed by competent authority.
45. Ensure that patrol be performed by a minimum of two (2) auxiliary police
officers.
AUXILIARY 46. Promptly obey all lawful orders of auxiliary supervisors and police officers.
POLICE 47. Abide by all Auxiliary Police rules and regulations.
OFFICER 48. Perform duty in uniform, as directed on APS #10 or as directed by competent
authority.
NOTE Under no circumstances will an Auxiliary Police Officer perform solo patrol. Members
designated "ADMINISTRATIVE DUTY ONLY" shall not perform patrol duties.
49. Be alert and observant of any suspicious or out-of-ordinary situations.

50. Carefully inspect assigned post, note conditions which require police
attention, and prepare Auxiliary Observations/lnformation Report
(APS # 44) for non-emergency conditions, quality of life conditions, and
or suspected criminal activity not previously reported.
51. Report the following information:
a. To report an EMERGENCY situation or a dangerous incident,
Call 911 or Call 311 in non-emergency incidents
b.Notify "Communications Section" via portable radio when a
person's life is in danger or when a crime is being committed.
NOTE If an Auxiliary Police Officer is uncertain as to whether an Auxiliary

Observations/Information Report (APS #44) should be filled out or whether a
notification should be made for a police response, the Auxiliary Police officer will .
notify their immediate supervisor. The responding supervisor will evaluate the situation
and make the appropriate decision.
52. Maintain MEMORANDUM PAD (PD 112-141) to chronologically

record daily activity while on duty.
53. Preserve completed MEMORANDUM PAD and produce them as
required by competent authority.
NOTE The Police Commissioner, ChiefofPatrol, or Commanding Qfficer, Auxiliary Police Section, may
authorize assignments of Auxiliary Police on active duty to posts or details within the
City.
Commanding officers ofPatrol Boroughs/Bureaus may authorize assignments ofAuxiliary Police
Officers on active duty to posts or details within their respective boroughs.

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AUXILIARY 54. Assist both the Auxiliary Police Coordinator and Auxiliary Commanding
PERSONNEL Officer in the administration of the unit, (i.e., monthly time records,
OFFICER mobilization rosters, basic training course package, etc.)
AUXILIARY 55. Organize and supervise recruitment operations under the direction of the
RECRUITMENT Auxiliary Commanding Officer.
SUPERVISOR 56. Conduct a minimum of six (6) recruitment drives per year.
57. Prepare a semi-annual report (January 1st and July 1st of each year)
detailing the results of the unit's recruitment efforts and submit to
Borough IBureau Auxiliary Coordinator.
58. Will ensure the retention of Auxiliary Police Officers.
59. Be responsible for the collection of shields, bullet resistant vests and
IDENTIFICATION CARDS when members leave the Auxiliary Police
Program.
ADDITIONAL Auxiliary Police Officers are not recruited or trained to perform police enforcement
DATA activities. When a dangerous incident or crime in progress is observed, they MUST:
a. Remain at a safe distance and gather intelligence (descriptions of
possible perpetrators, vehicles, direction offlight, etc.)
b. Ifpossible, maintain visual observation
c. DO NOT attempt · to follow, stop or detain persons suspected of
committing a crime
d. Stay on post and await the arrival of sworn police personnel and
provide any pertinent information
e. Be guided by sworn police personnel arriving on the scene.
Auxiliary personnel are reminded that if they are on duty as an Auxiliary Police officer
and make an arrest, they are doing so as a PRIVATE CITIZEN as per the New York
State Criminal Procedure Law.
Auxiliary Police Officers must remember that they serve as the "eyes and ears" of the
Department. When a crime has been committed, observations made by Auxiliary Police Officers
are as important as the testimony ofcrime victims. It is important that Auxiliary Police Officers
gather information and remain on post qfter requesting a police response so that responding
Police Officers can be informed and conduct a canvass which may lead to an arrest.
RELATED Auxiliary Police Supervision and Deployment of Personnel

PROCEDURE P.G. 212-00
Recruitment A.P.G. 505-01

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BOARD OF REVIEW
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PURPOSE A Board of Review has been established to enroll quality candidates who meet
the basic qualifications for entry into the program. In order to further this goal,
the following forms must be submitted in the initial package at least two (2)
weeks prior to the commencement of the Basic Training Class: The Candidate
Questionnaire Score Summary (APS #50A), The Candidate Questionnaire
Score Sheet (APS #508), Special Skills Questionnaire (APS #50C), The
NYPD Drug Policy Statement (APS #51A), Medical Certification Form (APS
#51B).
DEFINITIONS The Candidate Questionnaire and Score Form (APS #50B) - will contain ten
(10) questions. Members of the Board will ask any five (5) of the ten (10)
questions to the candidate. U sing the grading legend provided, they will then
grade the candidate's response from one to five (1-5) with one (1) being the
lowest and five (5) being the highest.
PROCEDURE When selecting prospective members for the Auxiliary Police Program:
BOROUGHJ 1. Organize a Board of Review committee to conduct and interview of the

BUREAU applicant.
AUXILIARY
POLICE
COORDINATOR
NOTE The Board of Review will consist of a chairperson (uniformed member of the service in
the rank of Sergeant or above), a Borough Coordinator (uniformed member of the
service in the rank of Police Officer/Detective) and three (3) Auxiliary Police
supervisors.
CHAIRPERSON 2. Convene Board.

(SERGEANT OR3. Keep a tally of the scores given to the applicant by other members of the
ABOVE review panel.
ASSIGNED TO
4. Combine all scores.
BOROUGH!
BUREAU)
NOTE Results of interview will be entered on The Candidate Questionnaire Score Sheet (APS
#50B). A minimum of 75 points or higher is required for candidates to pass the
interview. The final decision on whether a candidate passed the Board of Review is
determined by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.

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BOROUGHJ 5. Forward the Board of Review results to the Personnel Officer, Auxiliary
BUREAU Police Section for review.
AUXILIARY
POLICE
COORDINATOR
COMMANDING 6. Make a fmal determination on whether the applicant passed the Board of
OFFICER, Review.
AUXILIARY 7. Record the determination on The Candidate Questionnaire Score
POLICE Summary (APS #50A).
SECTION
FORMS AND The Candidate Questionnaire Score Summary (APS #50A)

REPORTS The Candidate Questionnaire and Score Form ( APS #50B)
Medical Certification Form (APS #51B)
The NYPD Drug Policy Statement (APS #51A)
Special Skills Questionnaire (APS #50C)
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Section: General Regulations Procedure No: 503-01
AUXILIARY POLICE PROGRAM ORDER OF RANK

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ORDER OF 1. The order of rank in the Auxiliary Police Program is:

RANK a. Auxiliary Deputy Chief
h. Auxiliary Inspector
c. Auxiliary Deputy Inspector
d. Auxiliary Captain
e. Auxiliary Lieutenant
f. Auxiliary Sergeant
g. Auxiliary Police Officer
ADDITIONAL The Auxiliary Police Program is a para-military organization. Its members will be
DATA supervised by officers of the Police Department as well as Auxiliary Police Supervisors.
Whenever the circumstances require the services of both an Auxiliary Police Officer
and a sworn member of the service, the sworn member of the service present at the
scene will assume command until the arrival of a Department supervisor. Members of
the Auxiliary Police, regardless of their rank, will under no circumstances give or
attempt to give orders or instructions to any employee of the New York City Police
Department. .
Auxiliary Police Officers, regardless of rank, NEVER outrank a sworn uniformed

member of the service.
All Auxiliary Police Officers regardless of rank are required to follow the auxiliary
chain of command on all matters pertaining to the Department.
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AUXILIARY 1. Tender and return salutes as prescribed by u.S. Army regulations.

MEMBER 2. Salute:
a. Police Commissioner or Deputy Commissioner in civilian clothes.
b. Supervisory officer in uniform.
c. United States flag as it passes.
3. Salute flag when National Anthem is played. If flag is not visible, face
band, etc., and salute.
4. Supervisory Officers return salutes promptly.
5. Salute is not required at large assemblages except when addressed by or
addressing Supervisory Officer. Salute not required if it interferes with
auxiliary police duty.
6. Remove hat and stand at attention in office of Police Commissioner,
Deputy Commissioner or member above the rank of Lieutenant.
7. . Be courteous and professional at all times .
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COMPLIANCE 1. Remain familiar with the contents of the Auxiliary Patrol Guide and
WITH ORDERS revisions as directed.
2. Obey lawful orders and instructions of Supervising Officers.
3. Be punctual when reporting for duty.
4. Keep Department locker neat, clean and secured with combination lock
(without identifying serial number) that conforms to Equipment Section
specifications, if assigned a Department locker.
5. Affix locker sticker POLICE DON'T MOVE (misc. 1261) to assigned
locker with rank, name and shield number of all members assigned to the
locker.
6. No contraband, unauthorized equipment, or valuables will be stored in
any Department locker.
7. Department lockers may be inspected in connection with an official
investigation. Permission from the member(s) assigned is not required.

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PERFORMANCE ON DUTY - GENERAL

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PERFORMANCE 1. Perform all duties as directed by competent authority.

ON DUTY - 2. Take personal/meal period in the command, a bona fide restaurant or
GENERAL Department vehicle.
3. Make accurate, concise entries in Department records in chronological
order, without delay, using BLACK ink.
4. Sign Department reports or forms with full first name, middle initial and
surname. Print and write legibly.
5. Make corrections on Department records by drawing a blackline through
incorrect matter. Enter correction immediately above and initial change.
6. Use numerals when entering dates on Department forms, (e.g., 08/01110).
7. Use abbreviation "Do" for ditto.
8. Answer telephone promptly, stating in a courteous manner, command,
auxiliary rank or title, surname and "May I help you?"
9. Maintain Department property issued or assigned for use in serviceable
condition.
10. Tender all courtesies to all Auxiliary and Department Supervisors.
11. Operate Department vehicles only when assigned and Department
qualified to operate such vehicle.

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PERFORMANCE ON DUTY - PROHIBITED CONDUCT

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PERFORMANCE 1. Consuming intoxicants while in uniform.

ON DUTY- 2. Bringing or permitting an intoxicant to be brought into a Department
PROHIBITED building, facility, booth, boat or vehicle (except when assigned to vice
CONDUCT enforcement operations).
3. Entering premises serving intoxicants while on duty other than a bona
fide restaurant with a New York State Liquor Authority License.
4. Carrying a package, umbrella, cane, etc., while in uniform, except in the
performance of duty.
5. Recommending use of particular business, professional or commercial
service.
6. Consenting to payment by anyone to regain lost or stolen property or
advising such payment.
7. Riding in any vehicle, other than a Department vehicle assigned, while
on duty.
8. Using Department logo unless authorized by Police Commissioner.
9. Engaging in card games or other games of chance in a Department
facility.
10. Using any electronic/digital device (e.g., personal gaming device, MP3
player, personal digital assistant, Bluetooth headset, etc.) while on duty.
NOTE A cellular phone is authorized for use by auxiliary member when conducting
official Department related business, or on assigned meal, or as authorized by
competent authority. The cellular phone must be carried in a concealed manner
that does not interfere with authorized equipment.
11. Wearing any item of apparel which contains a Department logo or shield,
or in any way identifies its wearer with the New York City Police
Department, unless approved by the Uniform and Equipment Review
Committee prior to being worn by a member of the service, uniformed or
civilian, on or off duty.
12. Engaging in conduct defined as discriminatory in A.G, 505-18,
"Employment Discrimination," "SCOPE" statement.
13. Using Department letterhead, personnel, equipment, resources, or
supplies for any non-Department purpose.
14. Wearing, carrying, or using an unauthorized portable radio while on
duty.
15. Making an unauthorized radio transmission.

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II Section: General Regulations Procedure No: 503-06
PUBLIC CONTACT - GENERAL

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PUBLIC 1. Courteously and clearly state your rank, name, shield number and
CONTACT- command, to anyone upon request. Allow the person ample time to note
GENERAL this information.
2. Render service with COURTESY, PROFESSIONALISM and
RESPECT (CPR).
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PUBLIC 1. Smoking in public view while in uniform.

CONTACT- 2. Engaging in conduct prejudicial to the good order, efficiency or
PROHIBITED discipline of the Department.
CONDUCT 3. Divulging or discussing official Department business, except as
authorized.
4. Rendering any service for private interest which interferes with proper
performance of duty.
5. Possessing or displaying Auxiliary Police Shield, IDENTIFICATION
CARD or similar object except as authorized by the Police
Commissioner.
6. Using discourteous or disrespectful remarks regarding another person's
ethnicity, race, religion, gender or sexual orientation.
7. Knowingly associate with any person or organization:
a. Advocating hatred, oppression or prejudice based on race, religion,
gender, or sexual orientation.
b. Disseminating defamatory material.
c. Reasonably believed to be engaged in, likely to engage in, or to have
engaged in criminal activities.
8. Having an interest in or association with premises engaged in illegal
gambling operations, smoke shops, after hours clubs or similar illegal
activities.
9. Occupying seat in a public conveyance, while in uniform, to exclusion of
paying passenger.
10. Using personal card describing police business, address, telephone number
or title e({cept as authorized by Department Manual.
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i Section: General Regulations Procedure No: 503-08
GENERAL REGULATIONS
DATE ISSUED: DATE EFFECTIVE: REVISION NUMBER: PAGE :
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GENERAL l. Members of the Auxiliary Police Program shall NOT possess or carry on
REGULATIONS their person a pistol or other firearms while on duty or any time while in
Auxiliary Police Uniform, irrespective of the possession of a pistol
license. This restriction also applies to those members who are listed
under section 1.20 of the Criminal Procedure Law as peace officers.
They may NOT carry their prescribed firearms while on duty as an
Auxiliary Police Officer.
2. Members of the Auxiliary Police Program may ride, for free, on all
N.Y.C. Transit Authority buses and subways while in uniform when
traveling between member's residence and precinct or location of duty.
However, those members designated "Administrative Duty Only (ADO)"
may NOT travel in uniform.
3. The authorized uniform for Auxiliary Police Officers will be worn only
while performing assigned Auxiliary Police duties or traveling between
member' s residence and precinct or location of duty. However, members
designated "Administrative Duty Only (ADO)" may NOT travel in
uniform.
4. Auxiliary Police Officers, regardless of rank, shall not perform any type
of assignment in civilian clothes, without written permission of the
Police Commissioner, Chief of Patrol or Commanding Officer, Auxiliary
Police Section. Notwithstanding this limitation, selected Auxiliary Police
Officers (18 through 20 years and 6 months of age) may be utilized by
PrecinctiTransitIHousing Commanders and the Vice Enforcement
Division as "Undercovers" wearing civilian clothes, for the enforcement
of laws pertaining to the unlawful sale of alcohol to minors and other
"Quality Of Life" initiatives.
5. Auxiliary Police Officers shall not visit a residence or place of business
for the purpose of interviewing any person or conducting any
investigation pertaining to a crime or any matter necessitating police
investigation. Notwithstanding this prohibition, the exception to this rule
allows the assignment of selected Auxiliary Police Officers (18 through
20 years and 6 months of age), under strict supervision of the precinct
Conditions or Vice Enforcement Unit Supervisor, to enter premises as
"Undercovers" to make purchases of alcohol. All volunteer Auxiliary
Police Officers, prior to participating in this undercover capacity, must
be recommended by their Special Operations Lieutenant and properly
trained by the Vice Enforcement Division. Additionally, participating
Auxiliary Police Officers are to be made aware that they may be
subpoenaed by a defendant to testify in court or a State Liquor Authority
hearing.
6. Auxiliary Police Officers shall not conduct criminal investigations.

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GENERAL 7. The New York City Police Department has a strict zero tolerance policy
REGULATIONS concerning illegal drug use. Any member of the Auxiliary Police
(continued) Program may be ordered to take a drug screening test at any time upon
reasonable suspicion of drug use. Any member of the Auxiliary Police
Program found in possession of illegal drugs or under the influence of
illegal drugs or who tests positive for illegal drugs will be summarily
terminated from the program.
8. No member of the Auxiliary Police Program shall disclose or assist in the
disclosure of any Department information to anyone outside the
Department and no member shall give out any information for
publication or other public use without written permission of the
Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
9. No Auxiliary Police Officer shall communicate in writing with any
governmental agency, organization, association or individual concerning
any crime, police business or interest other than to a Commanding
Officer of the Department.
11. Auxiliary Police Officers are prohibited, under penalty of dismissal, from
using their membership in the Auxiliary Police Program, or the insignia
of the same, or the shield or logo of the NYPD, to further the political,
commercial or other private interest of themselves or another person.
12. Auxiliary police officers are prohibited from soliciting or accepting funds
of any kind for the Auxiliary Police Program. A person desiring to offer
a gift to this Department should be directed to send a letter of donation to
the First Deputy Commissioner. (See Administrative Guide procedure
325-33, "Gifts Offered to the Police Department, " for details).
13. An Auxiliary Police Officer will not obtain information from any police
source, including files or computers, for personal use by oneself or
another, except in the performance of duty when so authorized by sworn
Department officials.
14. Auxiliary Police Officers shall not have any proprietary interest in or
association with, inclusive of employment in any capacity (doorman,
bouncer, bartender, security person, etc.) with illegally operated
premises. These premises include and are not limited to unlicensed social
clubs, houses of prostitution, illegal gambling locations and smoke shops
or any location engaged in any criminal enterprise, and/or similar illegal
activities. Any auxiliary member or prospective member found in
violation of this procedure will be removed from the Auxiliary Police
Program.
15. Auxiliary Police Officers must cooperate with an official Department
investigation (i.e., I.A.B., Borough Investigations Unit, Detective
Bureau, O.E.E.O., etc.) or with a C.C.R.B. investigation whether the
incident occurred on or off duty. Failure to cooperate may result in the
member's suspension and formal disciplinary charges, which may result
in removal from the Auxiliary Police Program.

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PROCEDURE NUMBER: I DATE EFFECTIVE: I REVISION NUMBER: I PAGE:
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GENERAL 16. Any Auxiliary Police Officer or prospective member who affiliates with
REGULATIONS or is a member of any "criminal gang, street gang, youth gang, marginal
(continued gang or situation/event group" as defined by the Gang Intelligence Unit
of the Police Department will be removed from the Auxiliary Police
Program.
17. All members of the Auxiliary Police Program must be incorruptible. An
honest member of the Auxiliary Police Program will not tolerate
Auxiliary Police members who engage in corruption or other
misconduct. All members of the Auxiliary Police Program have an
absolute duty to report any corruption or other serious misconduct, or
allegation of corruption or other serious misconduct, of which they
become aware to the Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator or to the
Auxiliary Police Section.

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ALLEGATIONS OF CORRUPTION AND OTHER MISCONDUCT
AGAINST AUXILIARY POLICE MEMBERS
07/0112010 lof2
PURPOSE To Process allegations of corruption and other misconduct against Auxiliary Police
members of the service.
SCOPE All Auxiliary Police members must be incorruptible. An honest Auxiliary Police
member will not tolerate Auxiliary Police members who engage in corruption or other
misconduct. All Auxiliary Police members have an absolute duty to report any
corruption, misconduct, or allegation of corruption, misconduct, of which they become
aware.
DEFINITION CORRUPTION/OTHER MISCONDUCT: Criminal activity or other misconduct of any

kind including the use of excessive force or perjury that is committed by Auxiliary
Police member of the service whether on or off duty.
PROCEDURE Upon observing or becoming aware of corruption or other misconduct or upon receiving
an allegation of corruption or other misconduct involving an Auxiliary Police member of
the service:
1. Telephone Internal Affairs Bureau, Command Center (212) 741-8401 (24 hours)
AUXILIARY
or 1-800-PRIDE PD (24 hours) or (212) CORRUPT (24 hours).
MEMBER a. Give preliminary facts .
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CONCERNED b. Identify self or, if opting to remain anonymous, obtain Confidential
Identification Number from the Command Center investigator.
c. Furnish details of corruption or other misconduct.
NOTE In certain cases, supervisory personnel assigned to the Command Center of the Internal
Affairs Bureau may direct on duty members not reporting anonymously to prepare a
detailed written report in addition to a telephone notification or request the member(s)
concerned to await the arrival of an investigator.
2. Prepare a detailed written report addressed to the Chief of Internal Affairs.

a. . Forward DIRECT, or via FAX (212) 741-8408, to the Command Center,
315 Hudson Street, within twenty-four (24) hours.
MEMBERS MAY OPT TO REPORT ALLEGATIONS OF

CORRUPTION/OTHER MISCONDUCT IN WRITING ANONYMOUSLY
3. Prepare a detailed written report, upon becoming aware of misconduct, and

forward to:
a. Chief of Internal Affairs, or
b. Box 1001, New York, N.Y. 10014

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NOTE Obtaining a Confidential Identification Number from the Command Center investigator
will satisfy the member 's reporting responsibility, if the information reported is accurate
and complete. Subsequent Qr ongoing reporting is encouraged to insure the information
is timely and complete and may be made by referencing the Confidential Identification
Number.
ADDITIONAL An Auxiliary Police member having or receiving information relative to corruption or

DATA other misconduct, or an allegation of corruption or other misconduct, has the
responsibility to report such information directly to the Internal Affairs Bureau,
Command Center.
Failure to report corruption, other misconduct, or allegations of such act is, in itself, an
offense of serious misconduct and will be charged as such when uncovered during an
investigation. Conduct designed to cover up acts of corruption, prevent or discourage
its report, or intimidate those who would report it, will be charged as an obstruction of
justice or other criminal act with the consent of the prosecutor who has criminal
jurisdiction.
An Auxiliary Police member receiving an allegation of corruption against oneself will

request a Police supervising officer to respond to the scene. The Police supervising
officer will interview the complainant and confer with the Internal Affairs Bureau,
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Command Center, BEFORE interviewing the member concerning the allegation.

AUXILIARY GUIDE
ISection: Uniforms and Equipment Procedure No: 504-01 I
."""-'-. UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT GENERAL REGULATIONS
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UNIFORMS 1. Auxiliary members must maintain, at their own expense, articles

prescribed for rank, position or duty.
2. Do not modify prescribed uniforms in any manner except as specifically
authorized by Auxiliary Police Section.
3. Do not wear distinguishable items of the uniform with civilian clothes.
4. Do not wear uniform, Auxiliary Police shield or display
IDENTIFICATION CARD while partICIpating in a rally,
demonstration or other public assemblage except as authorized by the
Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
5. While performing duty, wear the uniform of the day as specified by the
Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section or Platoon Commander
as weather permits.
6. Seasonal uniform changes will be made as directed by the Commanding
Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
7. Do not wear gloves or suspenders when summer blouse is removed.
8. Wear authorized breast bars at all times while in uniform.
9. Wear only authorized medals, and insignia at Department meetings,
ceremonies and while marching in parades.
10. Do not wear earrings or other adornments while performing duty in
uniform.
11. Necessary uniform changes, other than those listed in step 12, will be
made as directed by the Lieutenant Platoon Commander/Counterpart.
a. The Lieutenant Platoon Commander/Counterpart shall authorize the
removal, if desired, of the duty jacket/summer blouse whenever the
temperature for a specific tour is expected to rise above 65 degrees
Fahrenheit.
b. The Lieutenant Platoon Commander/Counterpart shall authorize the
wearing of the optional short sleeve shirt whenever the temperature for a
specific tour is expected to rise above 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
12. Remove summer blouse/duty jacket while performing duty in uniform
between May 1 and November 1, if desired.
a. The following OPTIONAL uniform items may be worn between June
1 and October 1:
(1) Short sleeve shirt (without tie), and;
(2) Summer cap.
SHIELD, 13. Wear Auxiliary Police shield at all times on the outermost garment,
NAMEPLATE, while in uniform.
IDCARD 14. Wear nameplate below and centered under Auxiliary Police shield on
ALL outermost garments (except on raincoat).
15. Display Auxiliary Police shield and IDENTIFICATION CARD
prominently on outermost garment when wearing civilian clothes in any
Department facility.

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SHIELD, 16. Present both Auxiliary Police shield and IDENTIFICATION CARD
NAMEPLATE, when necessary to establish identification.
IDCARD 17. Maintain current IDENTIFICATION CARD.
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Section: Uniforms and Equipment Procedure No: 504-02
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
07/0112010 1 of 1
REQUIRED All Auxiliary Police personnel performing patrol duty are required to carry or
EQUIPMENT wear the following equipment as appropriate:
L Belts - two (2) (for equipment and trousers) black leather, 1 'h inches
wide with metal buckle. Equipment belt will cover the trouser belt, both
to be worn fIrmly around the waist.
2. Memorandum Pad (PD 112-14) and cover.
3. Regulation traffic whistle and belt whistle holder.
4. Baton - 24 to 26 inches in length, 1 V4 inches in thickness, made of locust
or hickory wood; attached to a leather thong. It is mandatory that the
baton be carried at all times while on foot patrol or when assigned to
RMP duty. Baton may be carried while in uniform going to your
command and upon returning home. All other types of baton(s) are
prohibited (i.e., ASP, PR24).
5. Department issued loaner or authorized personal bullet resistant vest must
be worn while performing patrol duty.
6. Baton Holder - black leather loop with military strap worn on
equipment belt. Baton must be kept in its holder unless utilized.
Exceptions include while assigned to an R.M.P., Van or Bicycle patrol.
7. Department Auxiliary Traffic Vest must be worn at all times while
directing traffIc.
8. Serviceable Flashlight - on all tours, not to exceed 12 'h inches in length,
tubular design (without attachments that alter the size, shape or weight of
the device) powered by a maximum of three (3) "D" batteries and a
minimum of two (2) "C" batteries.
9. Serviceable watch, properly set, on all tours.
1O. Nameplate - white metal with black lettering for Auxiliary Police
OffIcers and yellow metal with black lettering for Auxiliary Supervisory
OffIcers, 2 'h inches by 5/8 inches. Worn on outermost garment,
centered below shield (except on raincoat).
11. Nameplate Holder - black leather designed to affix shield and nameplate.
12. All Auxiliary members must possess a valid Department IdentifIcation
Card while in uniform.
13. Black ink-ball point pen
14. Cap Device-chrome cap device (without shield number) for Auxiliary
Police Officers and gold cap device for supervisors
NOTE The above is an inclusive list of all required equipment for Auxiliary Police
Officers; any unauthorized equipment are prohibited and will result in
disciplinary action.
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OPTIONAL UNIFORM AND EQUIPMENT
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SHORT Dark blue may be worn by members below the rank of Lieutenant. Tie may not
SLEEVE SHIRT be worn. Undershirt must not be exposed. Do not wear with the summer blouse.
SUMMER CAP Navy blue, tropical worsted, with lightweight perforated frame, for all Auxiliary
members ONLY during summer months.
EARMUFFS Black, headband type.
SUMMER Navy blue with regulation gilt buttons and shoulder straps worn with regulation
BLOUSE shirt and tie.
RAINCOAT High visibility orange color reversible type raincoat available for purchase at
Equipment Section to be worn during inclement weather.
HANDCUFFS Auxiliary members are permitted to possess handcuffs on or off duty as per
Section 1O-147(b)(5) of the Administrative Code of the City of New York. Only
handcuffs approved by the Equipment Section are authorized. They must be
carried in an enclosed handcuff case.
TURTLENECK Navy blue pullover turtle neck shirt constructed of plaited rib cloth, letters
SHIRT "AUXlNYPD" embroidered on the collar. Only worn while wearing authorized
duty jackets.
NOTE The turtle neck shirt shall not be used as an outer garment but may be worn under the
duty jacket. If during the course of a tour an auxiliary member removes the duty jacket,
whether due to a change of assignment or other reasons, the regulation shirt and tie
shall be worn
"V" NECK Navy blue, acrylic or wool, waist length, vertical ribbed weave knit sweater with
SWEATER navy blue poly/cotton twill or corduroy patch material over elbows, left breast
and epaulets. Rank insignias are worn on epaulettes in rank of Lieutenant and
above, shoulder patches as prescribed, Sergeants must wear chevrons on sleeves.
"V" neck sweater worn with regulation shirt and tie tucked inside the trousers.
NOTE Only Equipment Section authorized insignias or bars for Lieutenants and above will be
worn (no other adornments are authorized).

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GLOVES Black slash resistant - may be worn with duty jacket except when impractical,
when safety may be jeopardized or while in Department vehicle.
White Cotton - may be worn by auxiliary members on traffic duty or at a

ceremony.
TROUSERS Navy blue, lightweight, tropical worsted, may be worn by all auxiliary members.
SUMMER
TROUSERS Navy blue whipcord may be worn by all auxiliary members.

WINTER
WINTER Black soft vinyl with black mouton trimming for use by all uniformed auxiliary
HAT members. Worn only when temperature is expected to fall below 32 degrees
Fahrenheit.
BLACK BOOTS Plain black smooth leather with plain or lugged soles and raised heel. Grommets
and laces will be black, no buckles or hooks visible below the pants leg. May be
worn by all uniformed auxiliary members.
PATROL NYPD Patrol Tactical Pants may be worn by all ranks of uniformed auxiliary
TACTICAL members on patrol and details.
PANTS
BASEBALL Navy blue with white letters "NYPD AUXILIARY" embroidered on front, worn
CAP only by members of the Bicycle Patrol when not operating bicycle.
AUXILIARY HIGHWAY UNIT
BRITCHES Navy blue whip cord with 112 inch light blue braid on outside seams.
LEGGINGS Puttee type, black leather. Worn with high top plain, black lace type shoe.
MEMORANDUM Black leather pouch type holder for Memorandum Pad (PD 112-141) with cover,
PAD/ worn on Equipment belt.
MEMOBOOK
POUCH
Same as Auxiliary Police Officers, except yellow soutache sewn on top and
UNIFORM CAP bottom of band.

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AUXILIARY POLICE SHIELDS

07/0112010 1 of 1
PURPOSE In order to readily identify qualified auxiliary police personnel in good standing
and on active status, the Department issues, through the Auxiliary Police Section,
a distinctive seven pointed metal shield. The shields for Auxiliary Police Officers
and Sergeants bear an identification number. Those for Lieutenant and above are
unnumbered.
USE OF The metal shield is worn as part of the regulation uniform while on duty. It does
SIDELD not signify any special peace officer or police officer powers; nor does it imply
any special immunities or privileges. Auxiliary Police members who use, or
attempt to use the shield for any reasons other than for which it was intended,
may face disciplinary charges and possible removal from the Auxiliary Police
Program. Unlawful use of the shield may result in the arrest of the Auxiliary
Police member.
PROCEDURE To issue an auxiliary police shield:
COMMAND 1. Direct Auxiliary Police member to report to the Auxiliary Police Section
AUXILIARY to receive an auxiliary police shield.
POLICE 2. Enter shield number on Auxiliary Police members Auxiliary Police
COORDINATOR Volunteer Enrollment (APS #1).
3. Inform Auxiliary Police member that upon leaving the Auxiliary Police
Program that the shield must be returned to the unit's Auxiliary Police
Coordinator.
NOTE It is imperative that Command Auxiliary Police Coordinators inform all new Auxiliary
Police Officers that the shield is Department property and must be returned to the
Department upon separation from the Auxiliary Police Program.
The IDENTIFICATION CARD must be worn at all times on the member 's outermost
garment while inside Police Headquarters.
The practice of safeguarding the newly appointed auxiliary member's shield and
IDENTIFICATION CARD is not permissible. However, certain exceptions are as
follows: (1) the Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator has cause to believe, based on
verifiable information, that the Auxiliary Police member upon issuance of the auxiliary
police shield, will likely not return to the program and decline to return the shield, (2)
the Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator may hold the shield of an auxiliary member
of disciplinary probation and (3) when an auxiliary member fails to perform the
minimum required quarterly hours the shield may be reissued on a "tour to tour" basis.
In this case, the Auxiliary Police member who performs the minimum required hours in
the next quarter will have hislher shield and IDENTIFICATION CARD returned
RELATED Active Participation (A.P.G. 505-06)
PROCEDURE
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VERIFICATION OF DRIVER LICENSE

07/0112010 1 of 1
PURPOSE To ensure all Auxiliary Police personnel trained and qualified by the Department to
operate Department vehicles (RMPs and vans) maintain a current New York State
driver license.
PROCEDURE To conduct mandatory New York State driver license check on authorized Auxiliary
Police operators:
BOROUGH! 1. Conduct mandatory New York State drivers license check, via FINEST
BUREAU system, during July of each year, for all authorized Auxiliary Police
COMMAND operators assigned to comand.
AUXILIARY a. Place copy of FINEST message printout in Auxiliary Police
POLICE operator's personnel folder.
COORDINATOR 2. Notify Auxiliary Police Section and Auxiliary Police operator
immediately if license is expired, suspended or revoked.
a. Inform Auxiliary Police operator concerned not to operate any
Department vehicle.
b. Conduct investigation in conjuction with Auxiliary Police Section
to resolve issue.
1. Upon conclusion of investigation, determine if "operator"
status for Auxiliary Police member is reinstated.
11. Advise Auxiliary Police member concerned of results of
investigation and current "operator" status.
NOTE Borough/Bureau Command Auxiliary Police Coordinators will inform Auxiliary Police
operator concerned that he/she is NOT permitted to operate any Department vehicle
until he/she
proves that such expiration, suspension or revocation has been resolved
In addition, at any time an authorized Auxiliary Police operator has iriformation to the fact
that hislher license is expired, suspended or revoked, he/she is required to notify hislher
Borough/Bureau Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator immediately and refrain from
operating any Department vehicle until the issue has been resolved. Auxiliary Police operator
concerned will not operate a Department vehicle until authorization is received from
Borough/Bureau Command Auxiliary Police Coordinator.
A folder of all qualified auxiliary police operators is to be kept on file at the command
Borough/Command Auxiliary Police Coordinators will be responsible to update file as
necessary.
AUXILIARY 4. Operate Department vehicle only when authorized by BoroughlBureau

POLICE Command Auxiliary Police supervisory personnel.
OPERATOR

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UNIFORMS
07/0112010 10f6
UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT MUST CONFORM WITH NYPD

EQUIPMENT SECTION REQUIREMENTS
DUTY
UNIFORM AUXILIARY POLICE OFFICER
REGULATION Navy blue, black strap and unnumbered chrome cap device. Hat may be removed
HAT while in Department vehicle and must be worn squarely on head
when not in vehicle.
DUTY JACKET There are currently two (2) authorized duty jackets:
1. Navy blue, nylon, hip length with zip out "thinsulate" lining, concealed
zipper front, gilt buttons and zip side vents.
2. Navy blue, nylon, waist length short duty jacket with zip out "thinsulate"
lining, knit wristlets, waistband and zip side vents.
These duty jackets are authorized for all ranks inclusive with "Auxiliary Police
Department" arm patch affixed to both shoulders (exceptions being Auxiliary
Special Task Unit and Harbor Unit which will wear auxiliary police patch on
right sleeve and authorized designated patch on left sleeve).
NAMEPLATE Worn on outermost garment, centered below shield (except raincoat). White
metal nameplate for Auxiliary Police Officers, yellow metal for auxiliary
supervIsors.
SHIRT Dark blue, military type with "Auxiliary Police Department" arm patch affixed
as describe above.
NOTE Members of the ceremonial unit regardless of rank MUST wear a white shirt
while performing ceremonial junctions, i.e. awards, ceremonies, parades,
funerals etc.
TIE Navy blue, break-away type
TIE CLASP Regulation P.D. issue
BELT Black leather, 1 ~ inches wide with metal buckle
DUTY Navy blue, (polyester and wool), with ~ inch braid attached
TROUSERS
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SHOES!SOCKS Plain black socks. Smooth black leather, lace-type shoes with flat sales and
raised rubber heels. Leather jogging shoes, sneakers, or shoes with visible
lettering are prohibited.
COLLAR Command on right and "AUXILIARY POLICE" on left side. This shall be worn
INSIGNIA on both inner and outer most garments by ALL ranks at ALL times.
SERVICE For ranks of Auxiliary Police Officer, Sergeant and Lieutenant. Service
STRIPE! HASH stripeslhash marks will be affixed to the left sleeve on all garments. Short sleeve
MARKS! shirts and rain gear are exempt from this requirement. Each service striplhash
LONGEVITY mark represents five (5) years of service and are available at the Equipment
BAR Section.
NOTE 1. Service stripes/hash marks will be affixed with lower tip of the strip four (4)
inches from the bottom and with left edge along outer centerline of the left sleeve
only.
2. Longevity breast bar shall be worn on the short sleeve shirt for Auxiliary
Police Officer, Sergeant and Lieutenant. This bar denotes the number ofyears of
service in five (5) year increments. The breast bar will be worn directly over the
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right breast uniform pocket of the short sleeve shirt (in lieu of hash marks). This
item is also available for purchase at the Equipment Section.
SERGEANT
Uniform is the same as required for Auxiliary Police Officer, EXCEPT:
REGULATION Gilt (gold) cap device (without shield number) and gilt (gold) chin strap.
HAT
INSIGNIA OF Three (3) pointed stripes, worn on both sleeve of:

RANK A. All shirts
B. Multi-seasonal duty jacket
C. Summer blouse
D. V-Neck Sweater
LIEUTENANT
Uniform is the same as required for Sergeant, EXCEPT:
INSIGNIA OF Gilt (gold) bar, worn:

RANK A. Shoulders of regulation white shirt
B. Shoulders of multi-seasonal duty jacket
C. Shoulders of summer blouse (with epaulettes) while wearing white shirt
D. Shoulders of V-Neck sweater
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CAPTAIN
Uniform is the same as required for Lieutenant, EXCEPT:
INSIGNIA OF Two (2) gilt (gold) bars, worn in the same manner as Lieutenant's insignia and:
RANK a. Shoulders of white shirt (with epaulettes)
DEPUTY INSPECTOR
Uniform is the same as required for Captain, EXCEPT:
INSIGNIA OF Gilt (gold) oak leaf, worn in the same manner as Captain's insignia
RANK
INSPECTOR
Uniform is the same as required for Deputy Inspector, EXCEPT:
INSIGNIA OF Gilt (gold) spread eagle worn in the same manner as Deputy Inspector's insignia
RANK
DEPUTY CHIEF
Uniform is the same as required for Inspector, EXCEPT:
INSIGNIA OF One (1) gilt (gold) star worn in the same manner as Inspector's insignia
RANK
Sleeves of Summer Blouse have two (2) bands of black mohair braid
AUXILIARY IDGHWA Y UNIT
Same as Auxiliary Police Officer, EXCEPT:
REGULATION Authorized hat.

HAT
DUTY BELT P.D. regulation
COMMAND Highway Patrol command emblem on left sleeve

EMBLEM
OVERCOAT Black horsehide leather with shoulder epaulette, regulation gold buttons and
(WINTER) removable liner. Worn with duty belt, uniform shirt and tie

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SUMMER Same as Auxiliary Police Officers, except fitted waist, worn with duty belt.
BLOUSE
AUXILIARY HARBOR UNIT
Same as Auxiliary Police Officer, EXCEPT:
FLOTATION Must be worn at all times by members performing Harbor Patrol duty.
JACKET
COMMAND Harbor Patrol command emblem on left sleeve.

EMBLEM
AUXILIARY MANHA TTAN TRAFFIC TASK FORCE
Same as Auxiliary Police Officer.
COMMAND "Auxiliary Police Department" arm patch affixed to both shoulders

EMBLEM
AUXILIARY BICYCLE UNIT
The following is the authorized uniform for Auxiliary Bicycle Patrol.
HELMET The helmet will be white in color with the word "AUX POLICE" affixed on both
sides in black letters. Helmets must be "ANSI" or "SNELL" certified, weighing
approximately ten (10) ounces. Sergeants and above must affix their rank
insignia (i.e. Sergeant using a chevron), adhesive type, to the front and back of
the helmet. Helmets are required for all auxiliary members on bicycle patrol.
NOTE The NYPD AUXILIARY baseball cap is authorized/or use when not riding the
bicycle and coming in contact with members of the community. The baseball cap
will not be worn underneath the bicycle helmet.
JACKET Two tone (white/royal blue) waist length bolero type jacket with the letters
''NYPD'' printed in 3 ~ inch high white letters and "AUXILIARY" printed in 1
~ inch high letters beneath the "NYPD" on back. The letters "AUXILIARY
POLICE" will also be printed in 1 ~ inch high lettering across right breast.
Authorized auxiliary arm patches will be affixed to both sides.
NOTE As an option to wearing the bicycle jacket, Auxiliary Police Officers may wear
the Traffic Vest over their duty jacket.
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SHIRT Navy blue (white for Auxiliary Lieutenant and above) golf shirts with the letters
"AUXILIARY POLICE" printed as described above. Shirts are available in both
long and short sleeve. The authorized long sleeve turtleneck shirt is authorized to
be worn during inclement weather months underneath the long sleeve bicycle
golf shirt only.
NOTE Auxiliary Sergeants must affix chevrons to the golfshirt and jacket.
SHIELD/ Patch will be NYPD gray in color for Auxiliary Police Officers and gold in color
PATCH for supervisors, to be worn on the left breast of golf shirt and jacket.
PANTS Pants are made of supplex material NYPD blue in color, elastic and drawstring
waist, right back pocket with Velcro closure, two (2) front Bello pockets with
Velcro closure on right and left side pockets. One zipper and Velcro snap on
bottom of each pant leg.
SHORTS NYPD blue in color, with drawstring waist, two (2) hip pockets, and two (2)
Bello/cargo pockets with pleats on center of the pockets.
SHOES/SOCKS Black leather sneakers with visible lettering prohibited. High top sneakers are not
authorized. Black cotton socks.
GLOVES Black gloves should be worn for bicycle use. The use of black cutoff gloves, for
summer use, is also recommended.
NOTE Regulation handcuffs will be carried in a nylon handcuff case with snap and key
available for use.
BATON Regulation Baton (Wood) may be carried while assigned to bicycle patrol.
EYE GEAR Shatterproof protective.
ADDITIONAL Under no circumstances may the bicycle uniform or bicycle be modified. The
DATA authorized auxiliary bicycle patrol uniform shall only be worn when actually
performing auxiliary bicycle patrol duties.

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ADDITIONAL Personal bicycles are not pennitted for use in this program. Bicycles will not be
DATA assigned to individual Auxiliary Police Officers, they will be allocated to the
(continued) auxiliary bicycle unit concerned. Notwithstanding this policy, Auxiliary Police
Officers may utilize regular patrol unit's bicycles, if available, and if granted
permission by the Precinct/PSA Commanding Officer or hislher designee. If an
Auxiliary Officer utilizes a regular patrol unit bicycle, the desk officer must be
notified and an entry must be made in the command log.

RANKS OF THE NYPD AUXILIARY POLICE
1) AUXILIARY POLICE OFFICER AlPO
2) AUXILIARY SERGEANT AlSGT

(CHEVRONS)
3) AUXILIARY LIEUTENANT AlLT

(ONE GOLD BAR)
4) AUXILIARY CAPTAIN AlCAPT

(TWO GOLD BARS)
5) AUXILIARY DEPUTY INSPECTOR AID I

(OAK LEAVE)
6) AUXILIARY INSPECTOR AlINSP

(EAGLE) .
7) AUXILIARY DEPUTY CHIEF AlDC

(ONE STAR)
CORRECT POSITIONS OF COLLAR BRASS FOR ALL RANKS
RIGHT COLLAR HAS "COMMAND DESIGNATION" AND
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LEFT COLLAR HAS "AUXILIARY POLICE"
NOTE: RANK INSIGNIA NOT AUTHORIZED ON THE COLLAR OF ANY UNIFORM. ALL RANKS.
CORRECT POSITION OF COLLAR BRASS ON JACKET
CORRECT POSITION OF COLLAR BRASS ON LONG SLEEVE SHIRT
CORRECT POSITION OF COLLAR BRASS ON SHORT SLEEVE SHIRT
NOTE: "AUXILIARY POLICE" COLLAR BRASS IS PLACED

ON THE SAME SIDE AS '~UXILIARY POLICE SHIELD;' ON YOUR LEFT.
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AWARDS AND BREAST BARS
The Department currently authorizes ONLY the following breast bars and awards to its members.
American Flag Breast Bar

May be worn by all members.
World Trade Center Breast Bar

May be worn by all members who were
Black background I Gold letters
and gold frame in the Auxiliary Police Program on September 11, 2001.
Award of Valor
May be worn by all members who have received the Award of Valor.
Blue I WMe I Dark btue
Award of Commendation
May be worn by all members who have received the Award of Commendation .
Red I Wh~e I Dark blue
Award of Merit
May be worn by all members who have received the Award of Merit.
Orange I Wh~e I Green
Unit Citation
May be worn by all members of the unit in the year citation was earned.
Purple with Gold bars
Community Service Award (3000 Hours)

May be worn by all members who have
Blue background with White stars
3000 hours of service in the Auxiliary Police Program.
500 Hours Award

May be worn by all members who have
Baby blue I White I Baby blu e
with Yellow bars 500 hours of service in the Auxiliary Police Program.
Auxiliary Police 50th Anniversary

May be worn by all members who were
in the Auxiliary Police Program in 2000.
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NO PINS OR FLAGS
OF ANY KIN D ON TOP
OF AWARD HOLDER
NO MULTIPLE
AWARDS
NO EMPTY
HOLES
NO MULTIPLE
AWARDS
NO MULTIPLE:
AWARDS
00 NOT
OVERLAP SHIELD
WITH NAME Pl.ATE
CORRECT INCORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT

NAME PLATE, SHIELD & NO MULTIPLE AWARDS NO EMPTY HOLES. NAME PLATE, SHIELD &
AWARDS HOLDER DO NOT OVERLAP AWARDS HOLDER
FOR ALL MEMBERS SHIELD WITH NAME PLATE. FOR ALL MEMBERS AFTER
WHO WERE IN SEPTEMBER 11, 2001
THE PROGRAM
IN 2000 AND ON
SEPTEMBER 11, 2001
AUXILIARY GUIDE
PROTECTIVE VEST
I DATE ISSUED: DATE EFFECTIVE: REVISION NUMBER: PAGE :
07/01 /2010 1 of 1
AUXILIARY 1. MUST wear an approved bullet resistant vest when outside a Department
MEMBER facility and in uniform.
NOTE Under no circumstances shall an Auxiliary Police Officer assigned a patrol function
outside of a Department facility perform his/her duties without a Department issued
loaner, personal or authorized purchased bullet resistant vest. THERE ARE NO
EXCEPTIONS.
ADDITIONAL All Auxiliary Police Officers MUST contact the Auxiliary Police Section Vest Unit at
DATA (718) 520-9243 for authorization and approval prior to purchasing a bullet resistant
vest through the New York City Police Department via the NYPD Equipment Section.
AND:
a. MUST present vest to designated Auxiliary Police Section Vest Unit
personnel, after purchase, for inspection and approval prior to use by
the NYPD Ballistic Vest Unit..
b. MUST wear only one (1) of the following authorized protective vests:
(1) Department issued loaner vest.
(2) Department issued personal vest.
~---. (3) Personal vest purchased through the NYPD Equipment Section
after authorization and approval by the Auxiliary Police Section
and approved after inspection by the Auxiliary Police Section
and the NYPD Ballistic Vest Unit.
Auxiliary members MUST wear their bullet resistant vest panels with the vest carrier
specifically designed to fit these panels as provided by the manufacturer. Generic vest
carriers or vest carriers that are made to fit a range of ballistic panels are not
authorized for use.
All personal vests purchased through the NYPD Equipment Section shall be entered into
the Auxiliary Police Section Bullet Resistant Vest database.
Criteria for a member 's eligibility to purchase a vest through the NYPD Equipment
Section shall be determined by the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section.
RELATED Protective Vest-Use/ Maintenance (A.G. 504-08)

PROCEDURES Roll Call Formations (A.G. 508-11)

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II Section: General Information Procedure No : 500-C1 I

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Message from the Commanding Officer, Auxiliary Police Section:

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Another mission of the Auxiliary Police Program is to train volunteers in police

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Maintain both integrity and a professional image.

Work in partnership with the community.

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SERIES NO. SERIES TITLE

500 General Information

502 Duties and Responsibilities

503 General Regulations

504 Uniforms and Equipment

505 Personnel Matters

506 Disciplinary Matters

507 Court and Agency Appearances

508 Command Operations

509 MobilizationslEmergency Incidents

510 Quality of Life Matters

511 Aided Cases

512 Department Property

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IDATE ISSUED: DATE EFFECTIVE:

Applicant Investigations .........•........... ... 505-04

Application Process ...................... .. ... ... 505-03 c

Arrest or Criminal Summons of Auxiliary Command Discipline ...................... ...... 506-02

Auxiliary Police Personnel Assigned to

Auxiliary Police Testimony at Public Evaluations ..... . ................................ .. 505-12

Awards ........................................... .. 505-23

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G Promotions .. . ... ..... .. .. ... ..... . ... .......... .. .505-11

General Regulations .............. ........................503-08 Public Contact

Harbor Unit .................. ... ........ . .........508-08

Reinstatement of Former Auxiliary Police

Reporting Violations Observed by Auxiliary

Separation from the Auxiliary Police

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Suspension ..................................................... 506-07

Transit Patrols by Transit Auxiliary

Uniform Allowance Guidelines .. ;......... .... 505-17

Uniforms .............................................. ........... 504-06

Utilization of Auxiliary Police ..... . ... .. .... ... 508-01

~tilizationof Auxiliary Police Officer Volunteers

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c. Ceremonial Unit - liaison with Department units to coordinate

b. PATROL BOROUGH UNIT - perform such duties and assignments as may be

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h. MANHATTAN TRAFFIC TASK FORCE- perform duty as an auxiliary

1. Auxiliary Police Headquarters Section

Special Task Unit:

2. Patrol Borough Unit

3. Patrol Precinct Unit

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8. Manhattan Traffic Task Force (M.T.T.F.)

9. PrecinctiHousingiTransitlHarborlManhattan Traffic Task Force

APO AlSgt AlLt

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COMMAND AUXILIARY POLICE COORDINATOR

2. Wear appropriate business attire when not performing duty in uniform.

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