Written reprimand of Officer Justin McSpadden
Commander Staniszewski delivered a written reprimand to Officer McSpadden for his actions during a traffic stop that led to an arrest and an incident of response to resistance. His actions violated policy 200.2.1, Assessment and De-Escalation.
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CREATED
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MEMORANDUM
Austin Police Department
Region I Patrol
TO:
Justin McSpadden, Officer
FROM:
Jason Staniszewski, Commander
DATE:
February 18, 2020
SUBJECT:
Written Reprimand IA Case 2019-0924
This memorandum is in reference to an incident which occurred on July 23, 2019 and your
conduct at that time. Specifically I am referring to your involvement during a traffic stop that
resulted in an arrest and response to resistance incident #2019-2041023.
Your actions violated APD Policy which states:
200.2.1
(3) (c) (d) Assessment and De-Escalation
As officers arrive on the scene, observe conditions, and interact with the persons
there, they should continue to gather additional relevant information and facts.
These assessments, along with reasonable inferences help to develop an
understanding of the totality of the circumstances of the incident.
Verbal Persuasion -- To the extent possible and reasonable under the totality of
the circumstances officers may use one or more of the following verbal techniques
to try to calm an agitated subject and promote rational decisions.
(c) Explain what the officer is doing, what the subject can do, and what
needs to happen;
(d) Explain why the officer is taking a specific action, again permitting the
subject to respond and acknowledging their perspective.
You are hereby reminded that compliance with the Department's rules and regulations are a
condition of your continued employment as a police officer. Failure to comply with this policy in
the future may result in more severe disciplinary action against you, up to, and including an
indefinite suspension.
PD 0085
Rev. 072012
I hereby acknowledge receipt of the foregoing Written Reprimand:
2/18/20 2:14pm
Signature of Officer Receiving Reprimand
Date/Time
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2/18/20
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Signature of COC Sergeant
Date / Time
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Signature COC Lieutenant
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Signature Commander
Date/Time
cc:
Employee
Employee's Supervisor
Internal Affairs
APD Human Resources
written rebuttal provided IM
PD 0085
Rev. 072012