APPENDIX 'A- TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 DATED 2012-11-01
OFFICE OF THE SERVICES
COMMISSIONS
(Central Government)
30 National Heroes Circle
Kingston 4
Jamaica
CIRCULAR NO. 138 3ht October, 2012
OSC Ref. C64995T.J
Telephone: 922-8600
Fax:924-9764
E-mail: conimunications@osc.gov.jni
Permanent Secretaries and Heads of Departments are asked to invite applications from suitably.
S n theil Ministries/De
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Partments to fill the post of Director of Personnel (GMG/SEG 2) in
the Department of Correctional Services, salary range $1,631,717 - $1,939,599
a year, and the relevant allowance(s).
JOB PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner of Corrections, Human Resource Management and
Community Services, the incumbent has overall responsibility for the implementation and
management of the Personnel and Administration policies in the department. Directs all operations of
the Personnel, Administration and Registry Units, which serve approximately two thousand five
hundred (2,500) employees.
This includes:
a. Development and practice of strategies and procedures for the recruitment, selection and
placement of staff that are fair and competitive in meeting the organization's needs.
b. Keeping the Deputy Commissioner up to date on all operations in the Section.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Advises the Commissioner, Senior Managers, Managers and Supervisors on the
administration of the personnel function.
Formulates, recommends and ensures that there is full compliance with policies, strategies and
procedures established for the efficient administration of the personnel function.
Provides guidance to all sections and unit heads in keeping with the Staff Orders, the Public
Service
Regulations and other orders that may be enforced by the Ministry of Finance and Planning
from time to time.
Provides clarification to all employees on matters relating to Government's Personnel
Administration policy and procedures.
Guides the recruitment process, advertising vacancies, screening applicants, arranging and
conducting interviews, preparing acceptance letters to ensure that persons entering the
organization meet the criteria and are best suited for the job.
Analyses jobs and prepares job descriptions for all members of staff. *
Collaborates with the Director, HRD to ensure that a comprehensive and relevant
Induction/Orientation Programme is developed, implemented and maintained to ensure the
appropriate socialization of all new employees.
Constantly assesses and gives feedback to each member of staff in the personnel section on
his/her performance.
Monitors the Performance Management System to ensure that appraisals are in keeping with
the set standards and that proper records are being kept.
Ensures that information regarding transfers, promotions and termination of staff is conveyed
by the appropriate medium and that the stipulated process is applied.
Conducts termination/exit interviews and ensures that information is recorded.
Acts as Advisor and Secretary to the Selection Committee for the appointment and promotion
of all categories of staff.
Presents papers and delivers lectures on personnel related matters and functions at training
courses, retreats and induction sessions.
APPENDIX 'A' CONT'D
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Interprets and applies labour laws, including amendments.
Prepares and submits recommendations for appointment/promotion, employment and contract
engagement to the Office of the Services Commissions for all levels of staff in the department.
Conducts organizational audits/personnel audits to aid in the development of a succession plan.
Collaborates with the research and training units for the development of ongoing assessment of
staff satisfaction on issues that could negatively impact on performance.
Provides counselling to employees and initiate disciplinary action when necessary.
Reports (verbally and in writing) to the Commissioner through the Deputy Commissioner,
Human Resource Management matters affecting staff welfare and makes recommendation for
resolution.
Collaborates with the Industrial Relations Officer in maintaining harmonious work
environment.
Participates in management meetings and conferences.
Directs the administration of compensation policy and staff benefits.
Collaborates with HRD to ensure that recommendations for staff development are in keeping
with policy, needs and succession plans.
Directs the management and updating of Human Resource Management Information System
(HRMIS).
Ensures an efficient Registry System where records are maintained and stored appropriately for
speedy retrieval and that mails are efficiently sorted and dispatched.
Makes recommendations to the Office of the Services Commissions for disciplinary
actions/proceedings against officers.
REQUIRED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
Maintains confidentiality
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Good interpersonal skills
Knowledge and ability to apply Civil Service Rules and Regulations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to plan and direct work activities
Ability to provide counselling and guiding individuals and groups
Proficient in the use of relevant computer Software Applications
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Administration or Management Studies, with special training
personnel management
Three (3) years' working experience in Public Sector Personnel Management and thorough
knowledge of the Public Service Regulations, 1961 and Staff Orders (2004).
Application accompanied by resume' should be submitted no later than Friday,
16th November,"5012 to:
Deputy Commissioner
Human Resource Management and Community Services
5-7 King Street
Kingston
Email: corrections@cwjamaica.com
Please note that only short listed applicants will be contacted.
A copy of this circular should be placed at a strategic position on the Notice Board of the
Ministry/Department.
Please ensure that this circular is brought to the attention of all eligible officers.
APPENDIX -B' TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 DATED 2012-11-01
Women Reproductive Health Issue- Pap Smear Testing
Cervical cancer is the most common female cancer in developing countries. There are
about 466,000 cases worldwide per year. In Jamaica, it is the second most common
cancer (after breast cancer) in women. In the English speaking Caribbean, the incidence
is about 30/100,00, while Cuba and Puerto Rico have rates of about 12/100,000. In
Europe, Canada, USA, Japan and Australia, the rate is less than 10 per 100,000. In
Africa, India, South East Asia, Central and South America, the rate is in excess of
40/100,000.
In Jamaica, there has been little change in the incidence of the disease over the past few
decades. This is due in large part to the fact that many of our women are not being
screened. As a matter of fact, a survey performed in 2000 found that 25% of women in
Jamaica between the ages of 25 and 54 years have never had a Pap smear. In other
words, one (1) out of every four (4)women in this age group have yet to be tested, and
are therefore at an increased risk of developing the disease.
Cervical cancer screenings are tests for women who have no symptoms of cervical
cancer. Aims of screening are to prevent and to detect early cervical cancer. There
are 2 types of tests used for cervical cancer screening
1. Pap smear test can find early cell changes and treat them before they become
cancer. The Pap smear can also find cervical cancer early, when it is easier to treat
2. The HPV( Human Papilloma Virus) test finds certain infections that can lead to
cell changes and cancer. HPV infections are very common and most go away by
themselves and does not cause these problems. The HPV test may be used along
with a Pap test or to help doctors decide how to treat women who have
abnormal Pap smear result.
HPV test like the Pap smear test is done on a sample of cells collected from the
cervix. There are many types of HPV and is a common virus which is passed from
one individual's skin to another while having sex. Though usually harmless, a few
types can slowly cause cervical cancer if not treated.
What is a Pap Smear test ?
A Pap smear checks the cells of the cervix (the opening of the uterus) for changes that
could lead to cancer.
• It is usually not painful and takes only a few minutes.
• During a pelvic exam, a health care provider inserts a special tool (speculum) into the
vagina and collects some cells from the cervix with a cotton swab.
Why is a Pap smear test so important?
• Women who have cancer of the cervix may not have any symptoms.
• Regular Pap tests and treatment when needed can prevent most cancer of the cervix.
• If cancer or precancer( not normal changes in cervix before development of cancer)
develops, it can be found early and treated.
When to start having Pap smear and how frequently ?
It is recommended by American Cancer Society that first Pap smear be done by age of 21
years or three (3) years after a female become sexually active, whichever comes first.
Most women will need to have Pap smear done every three years but some may need it
more often as suggested by health care provider based on an individual's case.
APPENDIX B CONT’D
What Pap smear test result may show
Treatment of the abnormal changes
Treatment is simple and effective (cure rate of up to 90% can be achieved), and does not
prevent pregnancy or adversely affect sexual function. A testament to the tesf s
effectiveness is the fact that most women who develop cervical cancer have either never
had a Pap smear or have not had one for the preceding five years.
Prevention
1. Get Regular Pap smear test as often as recommended by your health care provider.
2.Do not smoke — it doubles your chance of getting cancer of the cervix.
3.Eat healthy foods including dark green leafy vegetables, red/orange/yellow fruits and
vegetables, and whole grain foods. These foods help the cervix heal.
4. Take sex seriously — the younger you begin having sex, the greater your risk for
developing cancer of the cervix.
5. Not having sex can prevent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and greatly
reduces your risk for cancer of the cervix. HPV is a STD.
If you do have sex - sex with only one STD-free, lifelong partner is the safest sex. The
more people you have sex with, the greater your risk for STDs and cancer of the cervix.
Using a condom always if you have multiple partners or your partner has multiple
partners will reduce risk.
6. Cervical cancer vaccine. The vaccine has been found to be 70% effective in preventing
cervical cancer, and is recommended for females aged 9 to 26 years of age.
Regular Pap smears and treatment of precancerous conditions will prevent most cases
of cervical cancer. So get tested if you are a lady and encourage ladies at your
workplace, in your homes, social groups and your female relatives and friends to get
tested!
(Material taken from websites of Women's Way, Jamaica Cancer Society & American
Cancer Society)
APPENDIX *C TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 DATED 2012-11-01
SYLVESTER HEMMINGS & ASSOCIATES
ATTORNEYS- AT-LAW
Manager: Sylvester J Hemmings BSc. MBA. LLB. | Associate: Richard J Hemmings BSc. LLB.
6 Hope Road, Kingston 10
Saint Andrew, Jamaica
Phone (876) 906-2123 Fax (876) 754-0758
Email: sihcmminus.associates^gmail.com
9th March 2012
Mr. Owen Ellington CD J.P.
Commissioner of Police
Office of the Commissioner of Police
103 Old Hope Road
Kingston 6
Dear Cornish,
RE; LETTER OF COMMENDATION
On behalf of the family of Muriel Hemmings, deceased, who's Funeral Services, were held on
Saturday the 3rd of March 2012 1 convey commendation to:
1. Number 6872 Sergeant; Stephen Johnson and #11599 Constable Bonito both of the
Police Traffic H.Q. Their demeanor and efficiency in escorting the Funeral Procession to
Glengoffe over hilly and hazardous terrain unknown to them, via Above Rocks to avoid
endangering the uninitiated at the breakaway at Cassava River was graciously executed.
2. Snr. Supt Radcliffe Lewis' effervescent enthusiasm, in assisting and his clinical integrity
and his crisp lecture, on overtures ,which formally was the norm in these situation, is in
sync with the vision we discern you are subtly and where necessary firmly implanting ,is
bearing fruit.
3. Finally we salute you as your posture at the Worship Service at Boulevard Baptist church
belies your signature, "The Prince", while obviously seamlessly, executing your unending
tasks.
You should be assured of our constant prayers, in this dialectical contest; and we enjoin you, as
you seek to orientate in the consciousness of your Rank and File to be first, Citizens of Jamaica
"land we love" and equally, Privileged Servants.
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We would be most greatftill if this commendation be published in your weekly Force Orders.
Thank you.
Yours Sincerely
APPENDIX 'D' TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 DATED 2012-11-01
Joan Brown____________
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37 Fairfax Drive
Kingston 19
March 14, 2012
Bishop Gary Welsh
Chief Chaplain
Chaplaincy Service Branch
Jamaica Police Academy
Twickenham Park St.
Catherine
Dear Bishop Welsh
I am writing to highly commend Corporal Georgia Dawson who was instrumental in
ensuring that I got the assistance during the time I was injured from a car accident that I
was involved in on Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at the intersection of Swallofield Avenue
and Havendale Drive.
On the morning of Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at approximately 6:25 a.m. I was
proceeding up Swallowfield Avenue on my way to work, when a lady ran the stop sign
on Havendale Drive and impacted into the right side of my car which took my car from
Swallowfield unto the embankment of premise # 23 on Havendale Drive.
The occupant of premise # 23 on Havendale came to the gate where my car landed and
screamed that I was hurt because blood was gushing from my face, she turn back
towards her house and kept shouting to get help. However, when Constable Dawson
appears on the scene her persona was like an angel; she came to my car door and
offered her wholeheartedly assistance immediately.
She first identified herself to me at which time; she realized that my three (3) year old
niece was in the car seat in the back of my car, so she immediately shouted to some
other persons who came on the scene to assist her to take my niece out of the car.
During which time she assured me that she had cajled the ambulance and the police
and that I was going to be okay.
She then asked me if I could speak and asked me for relative whom she had called. She
ensured that I was lifted safely from the damaged car and securely placed on the
ground while she waited on the arrival of the ambulance and the police. The police had
arrived first and she instructed them to take me to the hospital. She ensured that I was
securely placed into the vehicle and asked someone to accompany me to the hospital
with the police. While I was being placed into the police vehicle she assured me that my
niece was not hurt.
After I was released from the hospital, my sister told me that Corporal Dawson called
regularly enquiring about my progress. I found her action to be remarkable and as such,
I want to show my appreciation to Corporal Dawson and to encourage her to keep up
the good work and continue to offer the high quality service and care that she have
extended to me on February 7, 2012 and thereafter.
Her action likewise has affirmed my confidence In the Police Force and assured me that
the police force is not just here to protect us from the elements of criminals, but also
from the ills of society.
Sincerely,
APPENDIX 'E' TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 DATED 2012-11-01
ANY REPLY OR SUBSEQUI-NT REFERENCES SHOULD BE ADDRESSED: 70
THE PERMANENT SECRETARY AND THE FOLLOWING NUMBER QUOTED.
Telephone No. (876) 927-9941-3,929-0880-5,927-4101-3
Website: http://www.opm.gov.jm ' V Email: lnfo@opm.gov.im
OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER
1 DEVON ROAD
P.O. BOX 272
KINGSTON 10
JAMAICA
10™ May 2012
Senior Superintendent Assan Thompson
Senior Superintendent of Police Operation's
Branch 2 Oxford Road Kingston 5
Dear Senior Superintendent Thompson,
,
Re: Visit of His Royal Highness Prince Henry of Wales,
5th
– 8th March 2012
On behalf of the Government of Jamaica I wish to extend sincere gratitude to you for the
assistance given with respect to the preparations for the visit of His Royal Highness Prince Henry
of Wales, representing Her Majesty The Queen in celebration of her Diamond Jubilee.
As you are aware from all of the reports, His Royal Highness thoroughly enjoyed his visit to
Jamaica and the success of this visit would not have been possible without the expertise and
input of the Inter-Ministerial Committee of which you were an invaluable member.
The Honourable Prime Minister has asked that I convey her personal appreciation for a job well
done.
I wish to take this opportunity to thank YOU for vour selfless dedication and commitment to the
team and to our country in general.
Yours sincerelv.
Onika Miller (Miss)
Permanent Secretary
APPENDIX 'F' TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 HATED 2012-11-01
April 21, 2011
Dear Constable Sterling,
Although this letter is coming to you months after your brave act, I write to
personally commend you for your outstanding performance beyond the call of duty in the
recovery of a firearm and ammunition and the arrest and charge of two (2) men on
Monday September 27,2010 in the vicinity of the King's House East Gate Sentry.
Your act of courage in responding quickly and responsibly to a citizen in distress,
and in so doing placing yourself in the line of fire is truly deserving of commendation.
As you continue to serve at King's House, and the people of Jamaica, I trust that
your actions will always reflect the Motto of the Jamaica Constabulary Force - "To
Serve, Protect and Reassure".
Congratulations on a Job well done.
Yours sincerely,
Patrick L. Allen
GOVERNOR GENERAL
No. X351 Special Constable Dwayne Sterling
c/o The ISCF King's House
APPENDIX 'G* TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 DATED 2012-11-01
From: Fayan Grant-Rhoden <dukaleel@yahoo.com>
Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:56:52 -0700 (PDT)
To: <owen.ellington@jcf.gov.jm>
Ccs <dudley.scott@jcf.gov.jm>; <gary.francis@jcf.gov.jm>
Subject: Congratulations
When I listened;to the news tonight and heard you speak about the successes of the police during the
passage of Hurricane Sandy I felt it necessary to write to you, adding my bit in congratulating the police
force.
I am one of the Vice-Principals of the Ocho Rios High School and was at home at the Principals' Cottage
(on the verandah) watching as Hurricane Sandy passed through on Wednesday, October 24, 2012.1
must say that I was alone and I have never felt more secure and comfortable. The police in Ocho Rios
was quite visible and consistent in its supervision throughout the day, the night and into the next day.
My feeling of security grew with the quick response of the Ocho Rios Police when a group of men came
on the school compound. Their presence and actions frightened the women and children who had sought
shelter at the school. The women and children were screaming for the police and i quickly made the call.
In very short order they responded with a team of police who came, checked the school compound while
the driver did a survey on the road. Additionally another team came back about an hour later to make
another survey. This happened a few more times that night through to the next morning,
I was really pleased with the response. I am also pleased with the significant level of support that we
receive from them as it relates to other incidences relating to the indiscipline of our students and
intrusion of the compound by outside elements. The Ocho
Rios has never paused to provide the support needed and for that I must say a big thank you to DSP
Gary Francis and his team.
I must say thanks to him for the work throughout Hurricane Sandy. I really felt safe and so did the
shelter workers. Again a big thank you.
Fayan Grant-Rhoden VicePrincipal (PM/Gold Shift) Ocho
Rios High School
APPENDIX JT TO FORCE ORDERS 3413 DATED 2012-11-01
12 July 2012
Commissioner Owen Ellington
Office of .the Commissioner
101-103 Old Hope Road
Kingston 6
Dear Commissioner Ellington,
The saints at Maverley Gospel Hall and the Welfare Ministry wish to use this medium to express
our sincere appreciation to your officers for your act of kindness in the form of your duties with
regard to the Maverley Gospel Hall Health Walk/Run which was held on Saturday, 07 July 2012.
We continue to give God thanks for His faithfulness and for your co-operation which
was a source of great assistance and encouragement.
We wish you and your officers God's continued blessings and prosperity.
Yours sincerely,
Owen MacDonald
Elder/Welfare Co-ordinator
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November 1, 2012
Volume XI Issue I
A SMILE
A smile costs nothing, but gives much.
It enriches those who receive, without making poorer those who give.
It takes a moment, but the memory of it sometimes lasts forever.
None is so rich or mighty that he can get along without it, and none is so poor, but that he can be made rich
by it.
A smile creates happiness in the home, fosters good will in business, and is the countersign of friendship.
It brings rest to the weary, cheerio the discouraged, sunshine to the sad, and it is nature's best antidote for
trouble.
Yet it cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is of no value to anyone, until i:
is given away.
Some people are loo tired to give you a smile;
Give them one of yours, as none needs a smile as much as he who has no more to give.
Source: www.ehow.com/smile/lttml
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The Plane Ride Deal
WL A man and a woman go to the carnival every year. Every time the man says, "Anna can we ride the
airplanes that goes up for a couple of minutes then comes back down?'"
The woman always replied by saying, "We don't need to spend any extra money on the airplanes, it's too
expensive. Ten dollars is ten dollars.
Tom, the pilot, said," Larry, every year I hear you say you want to ride my airplanes, and every year Anna
says it's too expensive. IT1 make you a deal, if I do all of my Hips and tricks with you in there with me, and
you don't say one word, TT1 give you the ride for free.
Anna and Larry discussed it and decided they would take the deal. They got up in the air and Tom did all of
his tricks and Hips.
Tom said, "Larry 1 just knew you'd say something on that first flip, but you didn't!
Larry replied," I was going to say something when Anna fell out, but ten dollars is ten dollars.
Source: htip:\v\vw.cIeanjokc.coiii/liumor/ten-dollars-is-ten-dollars.htral
COBBLER BATCH OF NOVEMBER 12,1990 REUNION DINNER
Members Cobbler Batch of November 12, 1990 will be hosting a Reunion Dinner on Saturday, November
24, 2012. For further information contact W/Sgt. A. Murray of the Video Identification Unit @504-4819 or
967-7806.
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IS CLUB Esprit tile Corps ex
month of November.
TI-IDAYS and ANNIVERS
who celebrate their birthdays in
s best wishes to the following persons
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CP's Office (CCN)
CP's Office (CCN)
W/Cons. R. Gordon
W/Cons. Y. Henry
November 1
November I
PAY A VISIT!!! GIVE A CHEER!!!
W/Spl/inspr. R. Longmore
W/Sgt. B. Josephs W/Sgt.
K. Grindley Spl/Sgt. G.
Smith Spl/Sgt. I). Spencer
Spl/Sgt. R. Wellington Cpl.
E. Hemmings Spl/Cpl. M.
Coleman W/Spl/Cpl. C.
Brown Cons. D. Kowe
Cons. T. Powell W/Cons.
A. Frazer W/Cons. L. Ennis
W/Spl/Cons. Y. McKennon
W/Spl/Cons. A. Flynch
W/Spl/Cons. R. Morris
Spl/Cons. C. McPherson
Spl/Cons. D. Fuller
Spl/Cons. M. Wilson
Dist/Cons. B. Smith
Det/Cpl. C. Stern
Cpl. K. Hylton
W/Cpl. C. Gordon Johnson
Cons. K. Nevers Cons. P.
Cox Cons. E. Simpson
W/Dist. Cons. N. Mills
W/Dist.Cons. K. Samuels
Harman Barracks (Home)
Inspectorate of Constabulary (Home)
CP's Office (CCN) -Home Clarendon
(Home) Harman Barracks - St. Ann
(Home) Harman Barracks (Home) St.
Andrew Central (Home) Harman
Barracks (Home) Harman Barracks
(Home) Westmoreland
Westmoreland St. Ann (Home) St.
Ann (Home) Clarendon
Harman Barracks (Home)
Harman Barracks (Home)
Harman Barracks (Home)
Harman Barracks (Home))
Harman Barracks (Home)
St. Ann Home
Convalescent Home/St. Elizabeth - 634-0432/6341091
Spanish Town Motorized Patrol
St. Catherine North (Spanish Town) Manchester
(HQ.) TCND Manchester St. Elizabeth Kingston
Central
Regrettably Esprit de Corps announces the passing of George Miller, father of Detective Corporal Cheddi Miller of the
Technical Services Division, (Area Two Scenes of Crime Unit). The Thanksgiving Service will be held at the Lucea
SDA Church, Seaview Drive, Lucea on Sunday, November 4, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. Wake: Saturday, November 3, at the
family home, Esher, Haughton Court, Lucea, Hanover. Interment follows at the Lucea Cemetery.
Esprit de Corps regrettably announces the passing of Jennifer Gooden, sister of Inspector Dalton Brown. The
Thanksgiving Service will be held at the Church of the Nazarene, Salt Spring Road, Montego Bay. St. James on
Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Interment follows at Dovecot Memorial Park in St. James.
It is with deep regret Esprit de Corps announces the passing of Ivy May Boyd-Steer, mother-in-law of Detective
Corporal Gosford H.R. Daley of the St. Andrew Central Division. The Thanksgiving Service will be heli il the Calvary
Gospel Chapel, Steerfield district, Lydford, St. Ann on Sunday, November 11, 2012 at 2:00 p.ni ^ ike: Saturday,
November 10, family home, Steerfield district. Interment follows at the Lydford Cemeten.
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
- "Everytime you smile at someone, it is an aetion of love, a gift t< i that
person, a beautiful thing." - Mother Teresa
From the Desk of the Editor ..........
Director: DSP Steve Brown MA, BA, Dip - Med & Com.
Editor in Chief: Cpl. Natalie Lawrence Editor: Spl/Cons.
Christine Bailey BA, Med & Com
C/o The Constabulary Communication Network 101 Old Hope Road, Kingston 6.Tel. 978-2729, 978-2214, 978-217':
978-8046, E-mail
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NOTE FROM HIP. EDITOR; DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF INFORMATION FOR PROMULGATION IN ESPRIT OF. CORPS IS TIM HM)\\
INFORMATION SIB.MI I III) \l I ER TIIEDEADL1NE WILL BE PUBLISHED THE NEXT WEEK!!:
Embassy of the United Stales of America
September 21,2012
Ambassador Paul Robotham
Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade
21 Dominica Drive
Kingston 5
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Dear Ambassador Robotham:
I am writing to take this opportunity to clarify the.role of the U.S. Embassy when U.S. citizens
are arrested or incarcerated in Jamaica.
One of the most important tasks of the Department of State and U.S. embassies and consulates
abroad is to provide assistance to U.S. citizens incarcerated abroad. The State Department is
committed to ensuring fair and humane treatment for American citizens imprisoned overseas. We
stand ready to assist incarcerated citizens and their families within the limits of our authority in
accdrdance with Jamaican and international law.
We pan and do monitor conditions in foreign prisons and can protest allegations of abuse against
U.S. citizen prisoners when requested to do so. We work with prison officials lo ensure treatment
consistent with internationally recognized standards of human rights and to ensure that
Americans are afforded due process under local laws. .
Article'36 of the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations titled "Communication and Contact
with Nationals of the Sending State" provides more detail on the performance of consular
functions related to detention of Americans abroad. Much of Article 36 is considered customary
international law;
"1. With a view to facilitating the exercise of consular functions relating to nationals of the sending State:
"(a) consular officers shall be free to communicate with nationals oft.he sending State and to
have access to them. 'Nationals of the sending State shall have the same freedom with respect to
communication with and access to consular officers of the sending State;
"(b) if:he:so requests, the competent authorities of the receiving State shall, without delay,
inform the consular post of the sending State if, within its consular district, a national of that
State is arrested or committed to prison or to custody pending trial or is detained in any other
manner. Any communication addressed to the consular post by,the person arrested, in prison,
custody or detention shall also be forwarded by the said authorities without delay. The_said _____
authorities shall inform the person concerned without delay of his rights under this subparagraph;
"(c) consular officers shall have the right.to visit a national of the sending State who is in prison,
custody or detention, to converse and correspond with him and to arrange for his legal
representation. They shall also have the right to visit any national of the sending State who is in
prison, custody or detention in their district in pursuance of a judgment. Nevertheless, consular
officers shall refrain from taking action on behalf of a national who is in prison, custody or
detention if he expressly opposes such action.
."2. The rights referred to in paragraph 1 of this article shall be exercised in conformity with the
laws and regulations of the receiving State, subject to the proviso, however, that the said laws
and regulations must enable full effect to be given to the purpose for which the rights accorded
under this. Article are intended."
I hope that this information is helpful and clarifies our role in assisting fellow U.S. citizens who
are incarcerated in Jamaica.
Sincerely,
JAMAICA CONSTABULARY FORCfg
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Kl ;STRICTED FOR POLICE AND PROSECUTION ONLY
APPLICATION FOR REMAND OF ACCUSED OR BAIL CONDITIONS
ustnu: ti ons: A copy of this form must be attached to each case file
' .;'.St- Report No. _____
2. Case File No.
N.iinc iV Aliases of Accused"
4. Date of birth
Address (es) of Accused ____
)f fence (s) Charged
1 >.i(e Charged..
Previous charge (s)/conviction(s) or violation of bail conditions
Application is for (tick one box only)
I Remand in custody
Bail with conditions
Unconditional Bail
Reasons for opposing bail include
such as violent nature, HIV status etc. See Bail Act)
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previous condition and risks
APPENDIX' r CONT'D
1. There are substantial Grounds that if gfantcd bail defendant is likely to;
12. Offence (s) committed while on bail.
13. Suggest conditions of bail if granted despite opposition or where conditional bail is recommended.
(__ _J Surety (ies) __________________________________ ; ___________________________________
J ___ (Surrender of'Travel Documents _______________________________________________________
J ___ J Reporting Condition _______________________________________________________________
{ ___ J Curfew Order _____________________________________________________________________
( ___ J Restraining Order __________________________________________________________________
[ ~jStop"feirdeV :;ill.___________________________________________________
14. Deportee Status
State if offender has been deported..
Slate the year deported ___________
Slate the country from which deported,
Stare offence/reason for which deported,
5. Details of Co-Dcfe.ndant (s) Name (s) Court (s) Date (s) in this or other outstanding cases
16. Name & Rank of Investigate)*
Date: ______________________
17. Signature oi* DDI or Crime Officer
Date:
_____
_____
APPENDIX?JrCQNTyiT
IS. Determination of Court. Where conditional bail is granted, note details of any condmbns (include
names/addresses and contact of sureties; reporting hours; documents to be surreridered.'-^ersons or places the
accused must not contact or visit; address to which curfew order applies.
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19. Number of times offender has appeared before the court on application for bail
\
Date of Yx Appearance. _________________________________________—
Reason for denying bail
Date of 2,uJ Appearance^
Reason for denying bail.
Date of 3,d Appearance^
Reason for denying bail.
Date of 4th Appearance.
Reason for denying bail.
20. Details of Officer Present in Court:
21. Date: ___________________ . ______ 22. Contact:
23. DISTRIBUTION:
i.
Prosecutors
it.
Case File at Station
% DIU/NIB
h>. Station where accused must report (attachedphotograph)
______
Photograph
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