Specializations and Certifications
Specializations and Certifications
Within S.A.L.E, there are unique opportunities that differentiate you from standard Patrol/Response duties. These opportunities offer additional perks and allow you to focus on specialized areas. Each specialization or certification has its own Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
You can obtain multiple certifications simultaneously. However, you must be at least a Senior Officer, Senior Deputy, or Senior Trooper to qualify for a specialization or certification.
Activation of Certifications:
At least four (4) regular patrol units must be actively patrolling the streets before any certification can be activated (bike patrol is considered a certification for these purposes). If necessary, High Command has the authority to approve the activation of K9 or HEAT units for apprehension purposes. All certifications can be activated as long as the minimum requirement of four (4) patrol units is met.
K9 Units that utilize a player-controlled K9 are granted an exemption from standard activation unit limits.
This exemption allows the deployment of a K9 Unit, regardless of the maximum number of units currently active, in order to support patrol operations and provide increased community interactions.
Criminal Investigation Division (CID) / Narcotics Investigation Unit (NIU):
Focused on evidence and information gathering to support solid prosecution through thorough investigations. These investigations often lead to raids, warrants, and criminal court proceedings.
You will work closely with the District Attorney (DA) and Department of Justice (DOJ). CID members have access to privileged and sensitive information that must not be shared with anyone outside of CID.
Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT):
SWAT specializes in responding to active shooter scenarios, raids, and riots. Like CID, SWAT members will handle sensitive information that cannot be shared with anyone outside of the unit. SWAT also assists CID in closing investigations and handling CID-led raids.
Moto Unit:
The Motorcycle Unit uses motorcycles to quickly respond to incidents with limited access, and to assist patrol units in apprehending suspects who may use small cars or motorcycles to evade capture.
The Moto Unit cannot attach to a pursuit if HEAT is already involved.
The Canine Unit utilizes dogs to track fugitives and assist with drug detection during traffic stops and other scenarios.
Canine Units cannot be the primary unit in a pursuit.
Canine Units cannot perform PIT (Pursuit Intervention Technique) maneuvers.
Canine Units cannot transport suspects.
If a Canine Unit is the primary unit in a pursuit, it may remain in that role until a secondary unit arrives. Once the secondary unit is in position, the Canine Unit must shift to a secondary role.