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Commander Couso stated officers are given annual advanced officer training on <br /> implicit bias policing and the training is reemphasized daily at roll calls and before <br /> critical incidents. <br /> Commissioner Mejia expressed concern regarding the bias between different types <br /> of demonstrations. <br /> 5. Commissioner Requested Item - Submitted by Chair Keith Carpenter <br /> Recommended Action: Discuss and Consider Placing an Item on a Future Agenda <br /> Regarding Public Legal Rights and Requirements During Police Encounters. <br /> MINUTES: Chair Carpenter clarified his item is for SAPD to provide information on <br /> citizen requirements during police stops. <br /> Independent Oversight Director T. Jack Morse Jr. recommended using an outside <br /> constitutional law entity to provide the presentation. <br /> Vice Chair Castillo Laughton requested clarification on whether the request is for <br /> training or policy adoption. <br /> Chair Carpenter stated they are related and agreed with the recommendation. <br /> Vice Chair Castillo Laughton recommended having information available on the <br /> Commission's website. <br /> Chair Carpenter opposed posting information online, stating it is outside the <br /> Commission's purview and would defer that decision to the City Attorney. <br /> Assistant City Attorney Jonathan Martinez stated the item does not require changes <br /> and may proceed to discussion and a vote. He recommended allowing comments <br /> before voting. <br /> Commissioner Mejia asked for clarification on the requested item. <br /> Chair Carpenter stated he is willing to modify his request and change constitutional <br /> rights to "know your rights"from constitutional rights. <br /> Vice Chair Castillo Laughton recommended training on "Know Your Rights" and <br /> publish best practices on the Commission's website. <br /> Assistant City Attorney Jonathan Martinez recommended proceeding with <br /> discussion and a vote. <br /> Commissioner Mejia supported "Know Your Rights" information, but opposed <br /> directing public behavior. <br /> Commissioner Said supported "Know Your Rights" information, and posting it <br /> online, but opposed adopting a policy or giving legal advice. <br /> POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION 7 NOVEMBER 13, 2025 <br />