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JAMAICA CONSTABULARY FORCE ORDERS 

‘We 

‘We Protect’ 

‘We Reassure’ 

PART I - ADMINISTRATION AND NOTIFICATIONS 

24 th MARCH, 2011 SERIAL NO. 3329 

Sub. No. 1 

UNAUTHORIZED STOPPING OF MOTORISTS BY PERSONNEL FOR SALE OF TICKETS 

ETC 

Force Orders No. 3306 Part I Sub. No. 4 dated 2010-10-14 is hereby republished with 

modification for general information and strict compliance. 

It has been brought to the attention of the High Command that despite previous publications 

in Force Orders police personnel are still engaging in the practice of stopping motorists to effect 

the sale of tickets for fund-raising ventures. This practice reflects negatively on the Jamaica 

Constabulary Force and is tantamount to an abuse of the Office of Constable which will not 

be countenanced. 

Under no circumstances should the police be engaged in selling fund-raising tickets for 

themselves or on behalf any other organization. This practice must cease with immediate 

effect. 

If any such complaints are received as it relates to sale of tickets, magazines or other 

paraphernalia it will be regarded as a direct disobedience of this directive and will be 

vigorously investigated and strong disciplinary action taken. 

Commanding Officers will therefore ensure that this information is communicated to personnel 

under their command by way of lectures. 

Sub. No. 2 

POST MORTEM AND DISPOSAL OF BODIES AT FUNERAL HOMES 

Force Orders No. 2253 and 2999, Sub. Nos. 2 and 1dated August 9, 1990 and November 25, 

2004 respectively are republished for information and strict compliance. 

It has come to notice that laid down procedures relating to the identification, post mortem and 

disposal of dead bodies that are the subject of police investigation are not being followed. The 

delay in getting these bodies out of funeral homes has been incurring hundreds of thousands 

of dollars in debt which is putting tremendous strain on the already stretched budget of the 

JCF Finance Branch. The practice of the police allowing bodies to be stored for excessively long 

periods is most inappropriate and reflects scant regard for prudent financial management. 

In some cases bodies are left in storage at morgues or funeral parlours for several months 

under the pretext of awaiting identification. 

When a body coming to the notice of the police is not immediately identified, it must be 

photographed and fingerprinted forthwith. 

The fingerprint and photograph will be referred to the Assistant Commissioner incharge 

Criminal Investigation Branch who will take steps to publish the photograph in the print media 

with the hope that someone will come forward and identify it. 

If after thirty (30) days, the body remains unidentified, the Post Mortem must be done and the 

body buried forthwith. 

In every case under police investigation, a member of the Force and in cases of murder and or 

fatal shooting by the police, the investigator must attend the Post Mortem examination to assist 

the Pathologist with a history of the incident and any special circumstances surrounding the 

incident. 

Commanding Officers are to implement a system whereby investigating officers inform them 

on a daily basis of the following: 

(i) 

(ii) 

(iii) 

Number of bodies at funeral homes 

Number of days 

Reason for post-mortem not being held 

Any citizen making a report at any police station must be issued 

with a receipt by the police officer taking the report.

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‘We Serve’ 



FORCE ORDERS (CONT’D) 


POST MORTEM AND DISPOSAL OF BODIES AT FUNERAL HOMES (CONT’D) 

On no account must bodies be sent to individuals and institutions which are not properly 

licensed, registered or have the requisite storage facility to pick up and store bodies. 

Divisional Officers will be held accountable for any exorbitant bills incurred for storage of dead 

bodies without justification. 

Sub. No. 3 

POST MORTEM EXAMINATION IN CASES UNDER INVESTIGATION BY THE BUREAU 

OF SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS (BSI) 

Force Orders No. 3211 Part I Sub. No. 1dated 2008-12-18 is republished for general information 

and strict compliance. 

The current practice whereby investigators at the Bureau of Special Investigations (BSI) attend 

post mortem examinations in all cases of fatal shootings by the police island-wide, has placed a 

severe strain on the resources at the BSI. This has undermined their ability to conduct 

investigations in a timely manner. 

In an effort to improve investigations in these matters and the proper utilization of resources, 

the initial investigators of fatal shootings by the police are now required to attend post mortem 

examinations and record statement from person(s) identifying the body of the deceased. This 

is in keeping with the judgement in R v Florence Bish. 

The Evidence (Amendment) Act requires that a comprehensive statement be recorded from 

these persons. This is important, especially in circumstances where these witnesses 

subsequently die or are otherwise not available to give evidence in the matter if required, and 

the prosecution intends to rely on their statements. 

The Bureau of Special Investigations will retain responsibility to attend post mortem 

examinations only in instances of controversial fatal shootings by the police. In such instances, 

the initial investigator will be informed. These changes became effective on 2008-11-10. 

Commanding Officers must ensure that this subhead is brought to the attention of members 

under their command by way of lecture for the next three (3) months. 

Sub. No. 4 

EXCERPT – MISSING PERSON INVESTIGATION POLICY 

Force Orders No. 3315 Part I Sub. No. 2 dated 2010-12-16 is hereby republished for general 

information and strict compliance. 

The following excerpt from the Missing Person Investigation Policy is republished for general 

information and compliance. 

POLICY PURPOSE 

The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines and responsibilities regarding the 

Jamaica Constabulary Force’s response to reports of missing persons as well as to 

highlight precautionary measures to be adapted with an intention to minimize 

victimization. 

POLICY STATEMENTS 

1. It shall be the policy of this organization to thoroughly investigate all reports 

of missing persons. Every person reported missing will be considered at risk 

until significant information to the contrary is confirmed. 

2. A case of missing person must be dealt with immediately without waiting for 

any time period to elapse. 

3. All investigations will be transparent and conducted with the assistance and 

support of our valued and accepted partner agencies. 



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EXCERPT – MISSING PERSON INVESTIGATION POLICY (CONT’D) 

4. We will ensure that the public is aware of their responsibilities when a case of 

missing person is being investigated. 

DEFINITION 

Missing Person – Any individual who is absent from his or her place of abode, 

employment or frequency under any unexplained circumstances and for an unusual time 

period without reasonable communication. During this period of time, such a person 

cannot be located after steps have been taken to do so. 

PROACTIVE MEASURES TO BE ADOPTED BY THE POLICE 

The rate at which persons have been going missing in Jamaica is cause for grave 

concern. An individual’s social and economic standings are clearly no deterrent to 

these individuals going missing having fallen victims of abductions, kidnappings and 

murder. Therefore, to take a proactive approach certain preventative measures must be 

implemented to minimize the number of persons that go missing each year. 

In keeping with the commitment to be proactive and forging partnerships with the 

people we serve, the officer or sub-officer in charge of each police station must ensure 

that the total citizenry of the local communities served by each of these stations, are 

made aware of the precautionary measures to be taken with an intention to reduce the 

rate at which members of their communities go missing. 

The police must consistently educate the public regarding these precautionary 

measures. The Constabulary Communication Network (CCN) is required to work 

closely with respective divisions, as well as with The Jamaica Information Service (JIS) 

in an effort to continuously inform the citizenry on safety precautions/tips. 

The foregoing directives must be complied with in an effort to prevent victimization of 

vulnerable individuals and by extension create the environment in which the citizenry 

can all feel safe. 

ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES 

The following outlines the administrative procedures to be guided by in dealing with 

matters relative to ‘missing persons.’ 

Responsibility of the Divisional Officer 

a. Manage all activities relating to missing persons in-keeping with policy 

directives. 

b. Provide resources where necessary e.g. printing fliers for the activation of flash 

alert. 

Role of the Supervising Officer/Station Manager 

a. Review completed report from the initial reporting officer. 

b. Review risk assessment and assign the case to an investigator. If the 

assessment reveals that there is the possibility that the victim was kidnapped, 

abducted, or murdered then the case should be referred to the CIB or any 

specialist unit assigned with the responsibility of investigating these offences. 

c. The supervising officer/station manager will separate the missing person report 

as follows:- Original given to investigator to form a part of the case file, 1 st 

copy sent to DIU for notification of the Missing Person Intelligence 

Coordinating Desk at the NIB, 2 nd copy - to CCN for publication along with 

photograph. 

d. Inform divisional officer of missing person report without delay. 



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e. Determine if the circumstances of the person going missing meet the criteria for 

the activation of the Flash Alert and/or any other immediate community 

notification. 

f. Determine if additional personnel are needed to assist the main investigator. 



EXCERPT – MISSING PERSON INVESTIGATION POLICY (CONT’D) 

g. Determine if additional assistance is necessary from other groups such as 

Victim Support Unit or other agencies that offer counselling services. 

h. Ensure that all required resources, equipment and assistance necessary to 

conduct an effective investigation have been requested. 

i. In high risk cases inform the officer in charge of Criminal Investigation of the 

missing person report. He will be responsible for assisting the lead investigator 

in establishing a rendezvous to coordinate the investigation. 

j. Maintain custody of the case file. 

NB. All reports of missing persons must be brought to the attention of the officer/sub-officer 

incharge of the particular station, who upon receipt of such report must assign to a rank not 

less than a sergeant to undertake the investigation. 

All missing person reports must be treated as a potential homicide. Further, the police must 

follow up with the person(s) making such report on a regular basis until the matter is finally 

resolved. 

These instructions must be brought to the attention of all members. 

Sub. No. 5 

TRAINING SEMINAR IN LAW ENFORCEMENT CHAPLAINCY 

International Conference of Police Chaplains in conjunction with the Jamaica Constabulary 

Force present the 38 th Annual Training Seminar under the theme ‘Rest, Recharge and 

Receive…A Chaplain’s Therapy’ 

The week-long event is under the distinguished patronage of His Excellency, the Most 

Honourable Sir Patrick Allen, ON, G.C.M.G., CD, Governor General of Jamaica. 

Conference dates: July 11 to 15, 2011. 

Venue: 

Rose Hall Resorts and Spa 

Goals of the Conference 

1. Provide a sound educational experience for law enforcement chaplains, station pastors and 

peer counselors, recognizing that, there are different levels of need for each attendee. 

2. Provide professional certification for law enforcement chaplains. 

3. Provide opportunities for attendees to network and get to know and learn from each other. 

4. Provide training programmes for law enforcement practitioners and their families who will 

be attending. 

5. Provide an opportunity for attendees to confront issues and access meaningful solutions 

through interaction with experienced law enforcement chaplains. 

Target Groups 

Police fraternity including family members. All police practitioners are encouraged to take 

advantage of this opportunity to repair themselves. 

Cost 

Basic Track: 

Advance: 

member US$29.00 US$38.00 

non-member US$43.00 US$56.00 

Annual membership fee: US$22.00 



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Hotel Fees: 

All inclusive rate US$250.00 per night 

Additional adult US$90.00 per night 

Day Pass 

US$67.00 

(Maximum is three persons to a room) 



TRAINING SEMINAR IN LAW ENFORCEMENT CHAPLAINCY (CONT’D) 

Registration: 

Area Chaplain or Chaplaincy Services, Jamaica Police Academy. Closing June 9, 2011. 

Sub. No. 6 JAMAICA CONSTABULARY STAFF COLLEGE – PROGRAMME OFFERINGS, 2011/2012 

The Jamaica Constabulary Staff College is inviting applications from members of the Jamaica 

Constabulary Force, Island Special Constabulary Force, District Constables and Civilians to 

pursue the following programmes: 

· Bachelor’s Degree in Public Sector Management (Level 1); 

· Associate Degrees in Criminal Justice and Police Management Studies; and 

· Certificate in Public Administration (Special) for the academic year beginning 

September, 2011 

Qualifications for the Bachelor’s Programme 

· Applicants must possess five (5) CSEC or GCEs or the equivalent, including 

mathematics and english. 

· Applicants who do not have a grade one (1) or ‘A’ in english must do the English 

Literacy Proficiency Examination at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus. 

· Applicants or interested persons who do not have mathematics may apply to the 

University of the West Indies, Mona Campus to do Remedial Mathematics (EC08A) to 

qualify. 

Qualifications for the Associate Degrees 

· Applicants must possess five (5) CSEC or GCEs or the equivalent 

· Applicants who are not qualified are required to do the pre-requisite courses 

(Mathematics and English Language only) offered by the College in order to qualify. 

Qualifications for the Certificate in Public Administration 

· Applicants must possess three(3) CSEC or GCE subjects, including english 

N.B. Adult matriculation will be considered for applicants over age thirty (30). 

· Application forms may be collected at the Jamaica Constabulary Staff College 

· Application for the Bachelor and Certificate programmes have been extended from 

February 24, 2011 to March 18, 2011. 

· Application for the Associate programmes close on March 28, 2011 

Required Documentation 

The original and one (1) copy of the following documents must be submitted with each 

application: 

· Birth Certificate and valid identification 

· Academic certificates/grade slips 

· Professional certificates/diplomas (where applicable) 

· Marriage Certificate/deed poll if present name is different from that on birth certificate 

· Two (2) passport-size photographs 

For additional information, please contact the Jamaica Constabulary Staff College at 

984-2005/984-2775. 



NB. The processing fee is at a cost of One Thousand Dollars ($1,000.00). 

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Sub. No. 7 

LETTERS OF APPRECIATION 

Attached to these Orders as Appendices ‘A’ to ‘G’ are letters of appreciation from the 

following persons for general information:- 

‘A’ Ms. R. Beckford, 60 Paddington Terrace, Kingston 6. 

‘B’ 

‘C’ 

‘D’ 

‘E’ 

‘F’ 

‘G’ 

Reverend Leslie Hoo Sang, Rector, Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, St. 

Boniface’s Church, St. Thomas Main Road, Harbour View, Kingston 17. 

Mr. Anthony Harriott, The University of the West Indies, Institute of Criminal Justice 

and Security, Mona Campus. 

Ms. Gail A.M. Whiteman (Moss-Solomon), Attorney-at-Law, Gail A.M. Moss-Solomon, 

20 Mountain Spring Drive, Kingston 6. 

Mr. Rainford Harding, esq. B.H.(M), JP, Retired Assistant Commandant, Liaison Officer 

G4S Jamaica Limited, P.O. Box 5, Kingston 3. 

Ms. Tanya D. Golaub, LLB (Hons.), Clerk of Court for the parish of Portland, Ministry of 

Justice, Jamaica. 

Ms. Pauline Jemison, Development Officer-Resource Centre, Portland. 

Mr. Owen L. Ellington, CD, JP, M.Sc., B.Sc. 

Commissioner 

The Jamaica Constabulary Force 

Per: 

Mr. Baldwin C. Burey, M.Sc., Dip. HRM, pjsc 

Assistant Commissioner of Police 

(ADMINISTRATION BRANCH)

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