What is the recommended crew composition for transporting an arrestee when feasible?

• A. One officer
• B. Two officers: one to drive and one to monitor
• C. Three officers
• D. No officer

Answer: (B)

The main idea is safety and control during arrestee transport, achieved by having the right staffing. When feasible, two officers should handle the transport: one to drive and one to monitor the arrestee. This separation of duties lets the driver focus on safe maneuvering and routing, while the monitoring officer keeps the arrestee under constant surveillance, ensures restraints are secure, and can intervene or call for backup at the first sign of trouble. It also speeds up the response to any medical issues, equipment problems, or disruptive behavior without losing control of the arrestee. While three officers can be useful in higher-risk cases, the standard, feasible setup is two officers because it provides essential safety and efficiency without overcommitting resources. One officer lacks a second person to assist with restraints or respond to incidents, and no officer would be unsafe and typically not permitted.