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Philadelphia Police Department

This guide is designed to help all PPD officers clearly understand the rules, responsibilities, and procedures of serving as an officer in Philly Streetz 2.

HIGH COMMAND / SUPER HIGH / MIDDLE / LOW RANKS

Rank Requirements

To move up to the next rank, officers must meet the required number of patrol logs, hours worked, and total time spent on duty. You must also currently hold the rank directly below the one you’re seeking promotion for. Any officer with active strikes or under rank lock is ineligible for promotion consideration.

HANDPICKED PROMOTIONS
Lieutenant+ – Handpicked by High Command.

MIDDLE RANK REQUIREMENTS

Sergeant – 65 Patrols, 30 FTO’s
Corporal – 50 Patrols, 25 FTO’s
Lance Corporal – 40 Patrols, 20 FTO’s

OFFICER RANK REQUIREMENTS

Senior Officer – 30 Patrols, 15 FTO’s
Patrol Officer II – 20 Patrols, 5 FTO’s
Patrol Officer I – 10 Patrols
Probationary Officer – Pass application

Rank Locks

Rank locks are the minimum time requirements an officer must serve in a given rank before becoming eligible for promotion. These ensure fair progression and show dedication to the department.

HIGH RANK LOCKS

Lieutenant+ – 16 Days

MIDDLE RANK LOCKS

Sergeant – 12 Days
Corporal – 9 Days
Lance Corporal – 7 Days

OFFICER RANK LOCKS

Senior Officer – 5 Days
Patrol Officer III – 3 Days
Patrol Officer II – 3 Days
Patrol Officer I – 3 Days
Probationary Officer – N/A

Patrolling as a Probationary Officer

Before starting any patrol, every Probationary Officer is required to have a Field Training Officer (FTO). The FTO’s role is to mentor and supervise the probationary officer, ensuring they follow all department rules, standards, and procedures while on duty. Probationary Officers remain under FTO supervision until they are promoted to Patrol Officer I. Once promoted, officers are cleared to patrol independently without FTO oversight. After reaching Patrol Officer I or higher, officers must complete official training before being considered for promotion to Sergeant.

The Dress Code

The dress code is a vital part of maintaining professionalism and uniformity within the Philadelphia Police Department. All officers are expected to follow these standards while on duty.

Dress Code Guidelines

• Hair or accessories must not extend out from your hat, if a hat is worn.
• Facial accessories are limited to sunglasses and facial hair only.
• Accessories may not clip through or overlap other accessories.
• No accessories are permitted below the neck.
• A duty belt and vest must be worn at all times.
• No face tattoos are permitted.

Arresting Procedures

Before placing anyone in handcuffs, the suspect must first be subdued. A suspect is considered subdued when they are on the ground, whether that’s the result of being tased, hit with a baton, or brought down through another safe method. The only exception is if the suspect enters a safe zone — in that case, subduing them before cuffing is not required.

Cuff Rushing

Cuff rushing — running straight at a suspect and handcuffing them without subduing — is strictly prohibited outside of safe zones. Doing so may result in disciplinary action.

Informing the Suspect

Once the suspect is restrained and in your custody, you must clearly state the charges they are facing. Charges should only be based on what you personally witnessed or on reliable evidence collected at the scene. Officers must stay professional, calm, and avoid unnecessary escalation when informing suspects of their charges.

Maintaining proper arrest procedure ensures the safety and professionalism of both the officer and the suspect.

FTO Details

A Field Training Patrol — also called field training, a ride-along, or an FTO patrol — is a patrol conducted between a Sergeant (or higher) and one or more Probationary Officers. Its purpose is to train the Probationary Officer on proper departmental procedures and on-duty professionalism. Probationary Officers must always be under the supervision of a Field Training Officer (FTO) when patrolling in-game. Failure to follow this requirement will result in disciplinary action. Probationary Officers can request an FTO by posting in #fto-needed.

Maximum Probationary Officers Per Patrol (Field Training Officers Must Read)

Sergeant: Up to 3 Probationary Officers per patrol
High Ranks: Up to 4 Probationary Officers per patrol
High Command: Unlimited Probationary Officers per patrol

Main Rules / Violations

If you break any of these rules or other off-handbook rules, it will be logged in the department log channel. For anything not specifically covered here, use good judgment and common sense. Officers can only receive up to three (3) strikes — if you reach three, you will be removed from the department. The consequences for breaking rules can vary depending on how serious the situation is. Punishments may include:

• Administrative Leave / Suspension
• Demotion
• Termination from the Department
• Blacklist

If you believe a disciplinary action was made in error, or you wish to appeal a decision, you may open a ticket in the PPD Discord for review.

List of Common Rules to Avoid Breaking

• Abuse of Tools – Do not cuff suspects without proper force escalation (baton/taser first) unless in a safe zone. Never arrest dead suspects.
• Corruption – No bribery, favoritism, or using your position for personal gain.
• Use of Excessive or Incorrect Force – Use force proportional to the situation; no lethal force for minor crimes.
• Misuse of Department Gear – Only use department-issued gear while on duty. Never sell, give away, or use tools beyond your authorized rank or division.
• Improper Use of Discord – Follow all PPD Discord rules. Do not post in restricted or staff-only channels.
• Use of Unauthorized Equipment – Use only vehicles, uniforms, and tools approved for your rank and division.
• Incorrect Charges / Charge Stacking – Do not stack or give max charges without reason (exceptions apply for exploiters).
• Not in PPD Discord – Leaving the PPD Discord results in automatic removal from the department.

Cuff Rushing

Cuff Rushing is the act of handcuffing a player before they are ragdolled. This is considered a serious offense and will result in disciplinary action. Below are the only circumstances where Cuff Rushing is permitted:

• If the suspect is inside a safe zone
• If the suspect is not dead and attempting to get up

Outside of these exceptions, any instance of Cuff Rushing will be treated as a violation of arrest procedure and may lead to a strike, suspension, or removal depending on severity.

Leave of Absense / LOA

The #loa-request channel is used by PPD members to notify High Ranks+ when they will be inactive for a period of time. This may include real-life reasons, vacations, or breaks from duty within Roblox. Submitting an LOA (Leave of Absence) ensures that your inactivity is officially documented and prevents disciplinary action for unexplained absences. If you remain inactive past your LOA end date without requesting an extension, you may receive a strike or be demoted depending on the situation. Members are encouraged to communicate early and keep High Command informed of any schedule changes.

Level of Forces

The following levels of force are to be utilized in specific situations and instances. Using a lower level of force than what is recommended may be considered unreasonable, unsafe, or in some cases a failure to roleplay properly. However, using force above what is necessary for the situation is strictly prohibited and will result in disciplinary action.

Neutral Force / Non-Aggressive Force

This level involves no physical force and applies to civil matters beyond law enforcement action — such as verbal disputes or disagreements. Techniques used include respectful conversation, verbal de-escalation, and communication to build trust and compliance.

Moderate Force / Non-Lethal Force

This level involves the use of non-lethal force in situations where a suspect has committed or attempted to commit a crime, either violent or non-violent, and does not pose an immediate life-threatening danger to others. Examples include use of baton, taser, or physical restraint to gain compliance.

Lethal Force / Life-Threatening Force

This is the highest level of force, reserved for life-threatening situations. Lethal force is authorized only when an officer’s life or the life of another person is in immediate danger of serious bodily harm or death. It must be used as a last resort and only when absolutely necessary.

Chain of Command

In the Philadelphia Police Department, we use a Chain of Command system to keep the department organized and running smoothly. Each rank holds a specific level of authority, and officers must follow the proper steps when asking for help, reporting issues, or giving/receiving orders.

Probationary Officer → Police Officer I

If you’re a Probationary Officer, you should go to a Police Officer I or higher if you have a question or concern. Do not skip straight to a Sergeant or higher unless it’s absolutely necessary.

Police Officer I → II → Senior Officer → Corporal → Sergeant

As you progress through the ranks, always go to the next rank above you first. Example: A Patrol Officer I should report to a PO II or Senior Officer before going to a Corporal or Sergeant.

Sergeants and Up

Once you reach Sergeant, you are expected to handle issues for lower-ranking officers and report major concerns to Lieutenants, Captains, or higher.

General Guidelines

• Never skip ranks unless it’s an emergency or no one in your chain is available.
• Always respect higher ranks — their role is to guide and support you.
• If you’re unsure who to contact, go to the closest higher rank available, but avoid spamming high-ranking officers.

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