EDITOR'S NOTE: In Febrauary, 2024 a stay of proceedings was entered in the case against Jameson Kooistra. Calgary Police Service (CPS) Const. Jameson Kooistra, 31, has been charged with one count of assault causing bodily harm in connection with an on-duty incident. .The incident occurred after officers responded to a call for service in Temple in 2021, according to a Tuesday press release. The release said officers arrested a woman at a home. .Prior to being placed in the police vehicle, a struggle occurred and force was used. The woman sustained injuries during the incident and was transported to hospital for further evaluation and treatment. .The release said Kooistra — who's served with CPS for three years — has been assigned to administrative duties, and his status will be reviewed as appropriate..CPS became aware the woman died in September. Her death was non-criminal in nature and was not a result of the physical injuries sustained during the incident..The release said police are unable to release any further details. .Police conduct in Alberta is governed by the Criminal Code of Canada and Alberta’s Police Act and Police Service Regulation. Officers can use reasonable, necessary force during their duties, but they can be charged if it is excessive or not needed. .When concerns about force used by an officer arise, an internal investigation looks into the incident and evaluates whether police actions followed the law, policies, and officer training. There is a range of potential outcomes if an investigation finds evidence of misconduct, including changes to policies and training, reprimands, demotions, pay deductions, suspensions, dismissals, and criminal charges..Criminal charges can be brought against officers in cases where the evidence supports them and after consulting with Crown attorneys. When criminal charges are laid, the court process for them must conclude before any internal discipline or termination can be enacted. .Decisions about an officer’s status during the court and disciplinary process are based on factors such as public safety, procedural fairness, and options available for modified duties..CPS officer Daryn Emmett was charged in connection with off-duty conduct in July. .READ MORE: Off-duty Calgary police officer charged with indecent act.Emmett was arrested and charged for committing an indecent act..He has worked for the CPS for 12 years and was put on an administrative leave pending further investigation.
