OPO Policy Recommendation: Revise General Order 321.2.1 Restraint Guidelines
This memorandum provides feedback on the Austin Police Department's General Order 321.2.1 regarding restraint guidelines. The Office of Police Oversight (OPO) recommends APD change the default for Deaf/deaf or hard-of-hearing arrestees, requiring them to request to have their handcuffs placed in front. Best practices suggest officers should proactively place handcuffs in front to enable communication by hand.