Rules & Legislation Committee
March 5, 2026

Law Enforcement Technology Solutions
(LETS)
Public Safety Committee: March 24, 2026
Sgt. Steven Lorda
Oakland Police Department
1 Background / Legislative History
• OPD has developed Departmental General Order I-29: Throw Phone Use Policy, and the accompanying impact report was presented to the Privacy Commission at the regularly scheduled Privacy Commission meeting on October 3, 2024, and November 20, 2024.
• On November 20, 2024, the Privacy Commission voted unanimously to adopt Department General Order I-29 and recommended that the City Council also adopt the Departmental General Order I-29 and the accompanying impact report.
• On March 4, 2025, the Throw Phone Use Policy, C.M.S. 90652, was approved by Council.
2 What is LETS Respond+ and Throw Phone?
• LETS Respond+ is a multifeatured app-based platform that includes the company’s Throw Phone.
• The LETS Android Throw Phone is an Android device
• A de-escalation tool
3 LETS Respond+ and Throw Phone
• The phone is enabled for two-way communication, either overtly or covertly.
• Provides a secure, all-in-one platform
• Comprehensive remote capabilities
• It enhances negotiator safety and effectiveness
4 Throw Phone Uses
• Gather Real-Time Intelligence & Remote Control
• Secure Communication & Coordination
• Evidence Collection & Management
• High-Risk Situational Awareness
• Accessibility
5 LETS System Subscription
• LETS system costs $11,124.76 and includes a FirstNet
Throw Phone Bundle with a 2-year subscription:
• Includes LETS license
• Access to the application from the application store
• Evidence manager
• The LETS Respond Service
• The LETS Lockdown app
• The Transmitter app for FirstNet phones
• 2 years of FirstNet cell service, including unlimited data, support, and maintenance
• 2-year Device Protection / Replacement
• LETS Training
6 Fiscal Impact
An optional additional 2-year period is
available at a cost of $11,458.50 for a total
contract amount not to exceed $22,583.26.
7 Contact
Please contact Sgt. Lorda with any questions
at [email protected].
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