BolaWrap policies

Hi there! Below is our policy on the use of Bolawrap. Hope this helps! Marissa

BolaWrap™: The device may be used to minimize injury to suspects, subjects, and
officers. The following guidelines shall be adhered to:
A. Only a department approved BolaWrap™ device that has been issued by the
Department shall be utilized by members.
B. Only members who have successfully completed department approved training
may be issued and carry the BolaWrap™ device.
C. All BolaWrap™ devices are clearly and distinctly different from the duty firearm
and any other device.
D. BolaWrap™ devices will be carried by selected members in their patrol vehicles
or on their person and readily available for deployment.
E. Officers shall be responsible for ensuring that their issued BolaWrap™ device is
properly maintained and in good working order.
F. Officers should not hold any other weapon, firearm, or control device and the
BolaWrap™ device at the same time.
G. An officer using the BolaWrap™ device should have a second officer present to
serve as lethal cover if practicable.
H. Once deployed, officers will summon medical aid if necessary.
I. Use of the BolaWrap™ device will be documented in a Response to Resistance
report in BlueTeam according to the procedures in SOP 703.00 Response to
Resistance