necessary to alter the appearance of the surveillant's vehicle.
Also, they
serve to break the continuity of the trailing pattern.
Changing driving
patterns aids in avoiding detection by the subject. Suggested changes are as
follows:
(a) Speed up.
(b) Slow down.
(c) Change lanes.
Be careful to avoid traffic violations.
Never
become a chronic lane changer or make turns from the wrong lane.
(d) Change directions, when possible.
For instance, go around the
block.
(e) Change positions.
Occupants can occasionally crouch or change
positions. This causes the apparent number of passengers to change.
(f) Change clothes.
For example, remove or change hats.
(g) Use removable stickers and adornments on the vehicle.
At night it is difficult for surveillants to be sure they are following the
right vehicle.
The subject's vehicle can be better kept in sight if it is
distinctive. If the chance presents itself, attach a piece of reflector tape
to the rear of the vehicle.
The surveillant's vehicle should also receive some attention. The dome light
should be disconnected so that the light will not show when a door is opened.
One of the headlights and the license plate light can be wired to permit them
to be turned on or off independently. This will permit a change in the traffic
pattern as seen by the subject.
If traffic conditions are heavy, the
headlights should not be tampered with. State laws regarding headlights may be
strictly enforced; tampering with the headlights might subject the surveillants
to arrest.
Deliberate violation of traffic laws should be cleared with the
local law enforcement agencies. Their advice should be considered. The advice
of the SJA should also be sought in these situations.
(3) There are other basic actions by vehicle (fixed or mobile)
surveillants that must be considered and guarded against. Do not remain parked
in the same location too long. Avoid vehicle occupants remaining seated in the
same seat for long periods. Especially avoid sitting behind the steering wheel
when the vehicle is parked.
Do not approach parking places, or leave and
return to the vehicle in a sneaky manner. Avoid using a conspicuous vehicle (a
black military sedan would be highly out of place at a sports car rally). Do
not park in a "no parking" zone or a reserved slot. Avoid operating short-wave
radios loudly or without due care.
Do not hold a general conference with
relieving surveillants in view of the general public. Avoid using a government
credit card at service stations in the area of the surveillance. Do not use
the same telephone to make calls. Also, avoid
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