Oral reprimand of Officer John Barlage

OF
1839
MEMORANDUM
Austin Police Department
Special Events Unit
TO:
John Barlage, Officer
FROM:
Steve Jones, Acting Commander
DATE:
August 10, 2021
SUBJECT:
Oral Reprimand IA Case 2021 - 0342
This memorandum is in reference to an incident which occurred on 03/27/2021 and your conduct
at that time. Specifically I am referring to your involvement:
During a civilian interaction while you were working the Candlewood Suites ProLodge facility.
Your actions violated APD Policy 303.3.1 WHEN DEPARTMENT ISSUED BWC SYSTEM
USE IS REQUIRED and 303.3 DEPARTMENT ISSUED BODY WORN CAMERA BWC,
which states:
303.3.1 WHEN DEPARTMENT ISSUED BWC SYSTEM USE IS REQUIRED This section is
not intended to describe every possible situation where the system may be used. In some
circumstances it may not be possible to capture images of an incident due to conditions or
location of the camera, however the audio portion can be valuable evidence and is subject to the
same activation requirements. The BWC should only be activated for law enforcement purposes.
303.3 DEPARTMENT ISSUED BODY WORN CAMERA BWC equipment is to be used
primarily by uniformed personnel as authorized per assignment by the Department and must be
used unless otherwise authorized by a Commander or above.
(d) Employees shall ensure that their BWC equipment has adequate battery charge and
storage space to complete their regular tour of duty.
2. Employees not assigned to the units above are not considered to be "first
responders" and are therefore not required to power on their assigned Body Worn
Camera at the beginning of their tour of duty. However, if at any time their duties
and responsibilities require any type of field work where they could be called
upon to take enforcement action, their device will be properly attached and
powered on for the entirety of the time they are in that role.
PD 0075
Rev. January 2020
The purpose of this memorandum is to document this oral reprimand. You are hereby reminded
that compliance with the Department's rules and regulations are a condition of your continued
employment as a police officer. Failure to comply with this policy in the future may result in
more severe disciplinary action against you, up to, and including an indefinite suspension.
I hereby acknowledge receipt of the foregoing Oral Reprimand:
Signature Reprimand
apply 4134
of Officer Receiving 5322
8/12/21
825An
Date / Time
8/12/21
8:26am
Signature of COC Sergeant
Date / Time
of COE Lieutenant 2266
8/13/21
Signature
Date / Time
On 2766 (10hm)
8/13/21
Signature of COC Commander
Date / Time
cc:
Employee
Employee's Supervisor
Internal Affairs
PD 0075
Rev. January 2020