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NYPD Releases New Car Pursuit Guidelines

NYPD Releases New Car Pursuit Guidelines

By Idy Perl

Exciting (albeit scary) police car chases will soon be happening a lot less frequently.  

NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch announced some new car pursuit guidelines today that prioritizes the safety of pedestrians and officers. in 2024, approximately 25% of the 2,278 vehicle pursuits that took place in NYC resulted in some combination of a collision, property damage, or physical harm.

“New York is one of the most densely populated cities in the world, and our officers deserve clear guidance and smart protocols when determining whether to engage in a vehicle pursuit on our streets,” Commissioner Tisch said. “The NYPD’s enforcement efforts must never put the public or the police at undue risk, and pursuits for violations and low-level crimes can be both potentially dangerous and unnecessary.”

She went on to say that due to today’s advanced technologies, pursuits are often unnecessary as criminals can be tracked down in various other ways. 

The updated guidelines, which go into effect on February 1st, include: 

• Officer discretion to initiate a vehicle pursuit is now limited to only the most serious and violent crimes (felonies and violent misdemeanors). Pursuits will not be allowed for traffic infractions, violations, or non-violent misdemeanors. 

• Discretion will be guided by the location of the pursuit and whether it is in a residential community or near a school or playground.

 • Additional responsibilities placed on supervisors to actively monitor and manage the pursuit, such as actively monitoring the speed of the pursuits and requesting specialized units to assist if needed. 

• Officers will not be the subject of criticism or disciplinary action if they terminate the pursuit because they do not believe it can be continued safely.

 • New technological enhancements to improve record-keeping and increase compliance.

 • Monthly review of vehicle pursuits to ensure policies have been followed and identify improvements that need to be made.

 • Mandated academy training and an annual report on the policy and reporting procedures.


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