Policy
It is the policy of the Saint Paul Police Department to provide a uniform guideline for all department personnel to use when operating a department vehicle without headlights or taillights while functioning as a police officer.
Procedures
A police officer may not operate a vehicle without lights:
- On an interstate highway.
- At speeds greater than what is reasonable and prudent under existing weather, road, and traffic conditions.
- Faster than the posted speed limit.
- In situations where the police officer is an active participant in the pursuit of a motor vehicle in violation of Minnesota Statute 609.487: Fleeing a Police Officer in a Motor Vehicle unless the tactical situation dictates otherwise.
- Contrary to the elements of Minnesota Statute 169.541: Lighting Exception for Law Enforcement Standards.
Revised July 1, 2011