Standard Operating Procedures

SoCal HighRisk Fugitive Recovery & Apprehension Agency (SHFRAA) AGENT HANDBOOK

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction

2. Mission Statement

3. Agency Structure

4. Legal Compliance

5. Agent Duties & Responsibilities

6. Field Operations

7. Rules of Engagement

8. Equipment & Uniform Policy

9. Safety & Training

10. Reporting Protocols

11. Disciplinary Policy

12. Interagency Coordination

13. Code of Conduct

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the SoCal HighRisk Fugitive Recovery & Apprehension Agency (SHFRAA). This handbook outlines everything you need to know about operating within our agency. It is essential that all agents, support personnel, and command staff follow the procedures within to ensure safety, legality, and mission success.

2. MISSION STATEMENT

To locate, track, and apprehend high-risk fugitives and bail jumpers through professional, lawful, and tactically sound methods, ensuring the safety of the public, our agents, and the individuals we pursue.

3. AGENCY STRUCTURE

Director – Oversees overall strategy and compliance
Deputy Director – Manages daily operations
Operations Commander – Assigns missions and supervises teams
Team Leader – Directs field ops and supervises agents
Recovery Agents – Execute recovery operations
Support Staff – Manage surveillance, communications, and logistics

4. LEGAL COMPLIANCE

• Agents must hold valid licenses as per CA Penal Code 1299.

• Agents must carry bond paperwork when conducting recoveries.

• Body cams are mandatory on all missions.

• Impersonating law enforcement is strictly prohibited.

5. AGENT DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attend all pre-op briefings and debriefings.

• Maintain physical and mental readiness.

• Communicate clearly with your team.

• Always identify yourself as a Fugitive Recovery Agent.

• Treat all suspects with dignity and uphold civil rights.

6. FIELD OPERATIONS

Pre-Op Requirements:

• Verify identity and location of target.

• Confirm legal authority to apprehend.

• Assign clear team roles and routes.

During Operations:

• Follow tactical lead of Team Leader.

• Avoid unnecessary force.

• Communicate via secure channels only.

Post-Op:

• Complete incident reports and upload body cam footage.

• Debrief with commanding officer.

7. RULES OF ENGAGEMENT

• Use of force is a LAST resort.

• Must give verbal notice: "Fugitive Recovery Agent!"

• Lethal force may only be used in self-defense.

• Non-lethal tools (tasers, OC spray) are preferred.

8. EQUIPMENT & UNIFORM POLICY

• Must wear marked SHFRAA gear.

• Equipment includes:

  • Ballistic vest

  • Body camera

  • Radio/comm device

  • Firearm (licensed only)

  • Restraints and safety gear

• All equipment must be maintained and logged.

9. SAFETY & TRAINING

• Weekly training is mandatory.

• Scenario drills are held monthly.

• Field agents must pass fitness and legal exams semi-annually.

• Post-incident stress evaluations are available.

10. REPORTING PROTOCOLS

• Every operation must be logged in the Fugitive Recovery Operations System (FROS).

• Body cam uploads are required within 24 hours.

• Use-of-force reports are due within 12 hours of the incident.

11. DISCIPLINARY POLICY

Violations of SOP or Code of Conduct may result in:

• Verbal or written warnings

• Temporary suspension

• Termination

• Legal reporting when applicable

12. INTERAGENCY COORDINATION

• SHFRAA collaborates with:

  • Local PDs (LAPD, SDPD, etc.)

  • State agencies (CHP, DOJ)

  • Federal agencies (FBI, US Marshals)

• Joint operations must be pre-approved.

13. CODE OF CONDUCT

• Be professional and respectful.

• Uphold the law at all times.

• No unauthorized social media content from operations.

• Preserve the reputation and integrity of SHFRAA.

Stay sharp. Stay safe. Bring them in right.