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1
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T/F After July 1, 2022 there are no established time limits for the filing of complaints alleging excessive force against sworn deputies.

A

True COMAR Title 12 subsection 4 Chapter 9

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Reprimands will be made part of an employees personnel file for _________
- Evaluation period
- 6 months
- 1 year
- Permanent record

A

Evaluation period
(GO 52.2.3.A.2)

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3
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The Sheriff’s Office mission statement indicates that men and women and officers must hold themselves to the highest standards of performance and ________.
- Ethics
- Reliability
- Duty
- Professionalism

A

Ethics

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Who has primary responsibility for oversight, management, monitoring and furtherance of Frederick County’s goals in respect to affirmative action and equal opportunities?
- County attorney
- Personnel Services Commander
- Human Resources Director
- County Executive

A

Human Resources Director
(GO 31.2.2.A)

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T/F Employee observed another agency employee engaged in unreasonable UOF or who became aware of violation of department policy, state / federal / local ordinance must intervene and notify a supervisor.

A

True
Category C-F
(GO 30-2)

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T/F If an incident cannot be determined to have been caused/created as a result of another type of problem, it shall be considered a verified hate crime incident.

A

True
(GO 41.2.5.B.4)

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7
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Deputies may employ deadly force on a fleeing felon if:
- Direct knowledge of probable cause
- Posses imminent threat
- Deputy gives feasible notice if possible
- Both A & B
- All of the above

A

All of the above
(GO 1.3.6.C)

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Lethality Screen for 1st responders must be completed when parties are involved in an intimate relationship and _______
- Criminal history
- Medical attention is needed
- Deputy believes screen should be done
- Both parties are still on the scene

A

Deputy believes screen should be done
(GO 41.14.9.D)

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Restricted duty may be offered to an employee who are temporarily unable to perform the full scope of their duties for more than ____ due to medically documented restrictions.
- 3 days
- 5 days
- One week
- 14 days

A

One week
(GO 22.2.15.A)

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During an administrative investigation at the request of __________ an accused employee will submit to an investigation.
- Competent authority
- Sheriff
- Any superior officer
- Supervisor

A

Competent authority
(GO 13-1)

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11
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May be removed No employees may enter secondary employment without making proper application and receiving written authorization from the______
- Personnel supervisor
- Chief Deputy
- Sheriff
- Administrative Services Commander

A

Sheriff

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12
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T/ F If an individual has a gender marker on their government identification that
is not consistent with their self-identity, the individual should be referred to by their government identification.

A

False - the individual should be referred to by their selfidentified first name and gender when feasible (GO 41.10.2.C)

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13
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T/F A continuing course of conduct is needed in quid pro quo claims.

A

False
(GO 26.1.3.D)

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14
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T/F Hostile work environment usually requires a pattern of offensive conduct

A

True
(GO 26.1.3.D)

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15
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T/F Patrol Operations Lieutenant shall make the initial determination for pursuit.

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False (Supervisor GO 1.5.12.A.1)

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16
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The FCSO utilizes an early warning system to identify agency employees who may require _____
- Disciplinary action
- Corrective measures
- Extension on probationary period
- Agency intervention efforts

A

Agency intervention efforts
(GO 35.1.10)

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17
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T/F Deputy on restricted duty must attend all court.

A

True
(GO 13.1.8.I)

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18
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UOF restricting blood flow to brain for purpose of incapacitation:
- Vascular neck restraint
- CEW
- Progressive force
- Serious bodily

A

Vascular neck restraint
(GO 1.3.3.H)

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19
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May remove T/F A deputy may use Sheriff’s Office vehicle for all secondary employment

A

False (GO 22.4.4.H.1)

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20
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The number of hours an employee may work secondary employment during on duty days will be a maximum of how many?
- 3 hours
- 4 hours
- 5 hours
- 6 hours

A

5 hours
(GO 22.4.5.2)

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21
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T/F Employees must have worked for the county for 12 mo (need not be consecutive) and at least 1250 hours during the preceding 12 mo to qualify for FMLA.

A

True

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22
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T/F In the event of an emergency which requires federal law enforcement assistance, the on-duty supervisor is authorized to solicit aid from the appropriate federal agency.

A

False
(GO 2.1.6 command officials)

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23
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T/F During a show-up, a suspect should be viewed by all witnesses at the same time.

A

False
(GO 42.3.5.I)

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24
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T/F A supervisor may authorize other deputies to view BWC of another deputy for work-related reasons.

A

True (GO 1.6.10.A.4)
Conflicting info in GO’s. 5 states section commander

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25
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T/F Prisoners in Court Security custody may only retain legal paperwork and one religious
book on their person.

A

True
(GO 72.5.1.A.4)

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26
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T/F The Early Warning System will be activated by the Personnel Services Supervisor when an employee has received 2 occurrences from any single category or 3 or more occurrences from all categories combined within a 12 month period.

A

True
(GO 35.1.10.E)

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27
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T/F A hate crime is any reported act which appears or is perceived by the victim(s) to have been motivated all or in part by race, color, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, gender, disability, national origin, or because another is homeless.

A

True
(GO 41.2.5.B.1)

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28
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Authorized deputies shall utilize nasal Narcan on subjects believed to be suffering from an opiate overdose. Indications that a subject is suffering from an opiate overdose include, but
are not limited to:
- Bloodshot eyes, pinpoint pupils, even in a dark room
- Depressed or slow respiratory rate
- Blue skin, lips, or fingernails
- Only A & C
- A, B, & C

A

A, B, & C
( GO 41.9.3.A)

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29
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The arresting/attending deputy will conduct a face-to-face visual check of any detainee placed in a detention cell at least every _____ and record same on the detention log.
- 15 minutes
- 30 minutes
- 45 minutes
- 1 hour

A

30 minutes
(GO 72.9.3.C)

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30
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T/F The peer debriefing is not part of the agency’s internal or criminal investigative function, and participants and debriefers will not be questioned by agency officials about the confidential matters discussed during the debriefing.

A

False
(GO 22.2.13.B.3.C)
I would argue this one

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31
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T/F If personnel activate a BWC generating a recording of a prohibited use or that is not a law
enforcement related encounter or activity, the personnel shall notify his or her supervisor promptly. The supervisor will then submit a request for deletion form (Form 1-C) to the BWC coordinator documenting the justification for deletion.

A

True
(GO 1.6.8.I)

32
Q

T/F At least 90 days prior to the end of the rating period, employees will be notified verbally by their supervisors if their overall performance is unsatisfactory or in need of improvement.

A

False
(In writing GO 35.3.3.A)

33
Q

T/F 33. The SWAT van is limited to the needs of the SWAT Team except in emergency situations that supersede the needs of SWAT as determined by the Patrol Operations Commander.

A

False
(GO 41.13.5.A.1.B Special Operations)

34
Q

The Patrol Supervisors will run the “Report Status” ____ for their respective Patrol Team.
- Weekly
- Daily
- Monthly
- Bi-monthly

A

Monthly
(GO 41.2.2.A)

35
Q

T/F If the Early Warning System is activated, the employee will only be made aware of the report if the supervisor determines intervention is necessary.

A

True
(GO 35.1.10.J)

36
Q

Bias indicators - based on Hate Crime training

A

-Hate symbols, slurs, or the timing of the indicent, phrases

37
Q

T/F A deputy may not stop a person for the sole purpose of completing an FIR.

A

True
(GO 41.2.3)

38
Q
  1. Patrol supervisors are required to respond to:
    - Suicides
    - Use of Force
    - Any felony
    - A & B
    - All
A

All
(GO 41.1.18)

39
Q

T/F A preventable, chargeable departmental collision with superficial damage is classified as a category 1 – minor property damage on the statewide disciplinary matrix.

A

True
(GO 63.2.7.D)

40
Q

An employee shall not be allowed to accumulate annual, holiday, and sick leave while on sick leave in excess of ____ working days in any calendar year.
- 30 days
- 60 days
- One week
- 90 days

A

60 days
(GO 22.2.4.J)

41
Q

If either party in a domestic situation is a law enforcement officer, ___________ will respond to the scene and will report the incident to the involved officer’s agency.
- Patrol Operations Commander
- On-duty patrol supervisor
- Command staff
- Sheriff

A

On-duty patrol supervisor
(GO 41.14.7.A)

42
Q

Missing child/juvenile is defined by MD code as person under age of ?? who is subject of a missing person report filed with MD law enforcement agency and whereabouts are unknown.
- 16
- 18
- 17
- 14

A

18
(GO 42.4.2)

43
Q

T/F Category D violations are defined as misconduct and can result in loss of leave from 5-15 days on 1st offense.

A

True
(Page 634 GO’s)

44
Q

In regard to any bomb or other device threat, who is responsible for ensuring all personnel have exited the LEC building if a total evacuation is ordered?
- Patrol Operations Commander
- PIS
- On duty patrol supervisor
- Sheriff

A

Patrol Operations Commander
(GO 40.1.2.4)

45
Q

T/F Deputies who come in contact with a subject who has outstanding ICE warrant should treat the NCIC entry as information only.

A

True
(GO 74.3.6)

46
Q

T/F A petition for Emergency Evaluation may be made only if the Petitioner has reason to believe the individual presents danger to life and property of individuals or others.

A

False
(GO 41.4.6)

47
Q

T/F The Frederick Emergency Communications Center maintains equipment to make and receive TTY calls and is accessible to FCSO personnel during business hours only.

A

False
(GO 41.5.5.C)

48
Q
  1. All racial, religious, and ethnic incidents must be classified as one of the following:
A

Verified - Motivated by & perceived by
Unverified - evidence is conflicting, incomplete, inconcl.
Unfounded - No motivating factor
(GO 41.2.5.B.3)

49
Q

T/F Deputies have authority to conduct strip searches without supervisory approval as long as two deputies of the same sex as the arrestee conduct the search.

A

False
(GO 42.2.1.C.6.f)

50
Q

Check to make sure GO has been updated A Search & Seizure warrant not served within ?? days of issuance must be returned promptly to issuing judge.
- 5
- 10
- 15
- 20

A

10
(GO 42.2.1.C.5.j)
~GO not updated

51
Q

T/F CDS items requiring lab analysis will be sealed in paper bag of a type and size approved by the Sheriff’s Office Evidence Unit.

A

False
(84.1.1.G.1)

52
Q

The realistic de-escalation definition in law enforcement is:

A

Using a systematic approach to achieve an end goal

53
Q

T/F Civilian staff may wear a beard and goatee

A

True
(GO 41.12.2.A.1.d)

54
Q

T/F When conducting inventory searches, evidence and contraband can be seized under the plain view doctrine but unlocked areas may not be opened without a warrant.

A

False
(GO 66.1.8.G.3)

55
Q

T/F Code Red lockdown will be implemented by Judicial Operations Commander at the courthouse if there is an active shooter or a biohazard exposure incident.

A

True
(GO 73.1.3.L.1)
~also says Judicial Operations Supervisor

56
Q

Only ______ & _______ will accept service of civil process or subpoena from allied or government entity on behalf of any other employee.
- Sheriff & Command staff
- PIS and on-duty supervisor
- Command staff & on-duty supervisor
- PIS and Command staff

A

Command staff & on-duty supervisor
(GO 13.1.7.B.3)

57
Q

T/F Sheriff’s Office personnel, the department of DFRS, and Hazardous Materials Teams are the only personnel permitted to handle suspicious packages.

A

False
(GO 46.1.12.C)

58
Q

T/F When PACE members are not committed to a detail, primary responsibility will be to assist Criminal Investigation Section

A

False
(GO 41.8.5.A)

59
Q

T/F A Line, Team or Unit supervisor will inspect their assigned deputy’s appearance daily and their equipment & vehicle monthly.
- True / False
Contested lack of the word formal and appeal approved

A

True
(GO 53.1.1.D.2)

60
Q

T/F Frederick County educational reimbursement benefits are limited to 2 classes per semester and $3000 per fiscal year

A

True
(Personnel Rule Chapter XII, Section 1 - Benefits)

61
Q

Examples of when administrative reviews may be authorized

A
  1. Deadly force
  2. UOF resulting in death or serious injury
  3. UOF involving domestic animals
  4. Critical incident involving high probability of litigation
  5. all other matters authorized by Sheriff and/or Bureau Chief
    (GO 52.2.6.B.3)
62
Q

T/F Sworn deputy may not have an internal affairs record expunged, even if complaint is withdrawn at later date.

A

True
(Cannot find source)

63
Q

Deputies may not conduct a custodial interrogation of a juvenile until:

A
  1. The juvenile has consulted with an attorney who is:
    a. retained by their parent, guardian, or custodian; or
    b. provided by the Office of the Public Defender
  2. The deputy has made an effort reasonably calculated to give actual notice to the parent,
    guardian, or custodian of the juvenile that the juvenile will be interrogated.
    B. The requirement of consultation with an attorney:
  3. may not be waived; and
  4. applies regardless of whether the juvenile is proceeded against as a juvenile or is charged
    as an adult.
    C. Deputies will complete FCSO Forms 44-H (Advice of Rights – Juvenile) and 44-I
    (Parent/Guardian Notification Log) before conducting a custodial interrogation of a juvenile.
    (GO 44.2.11)
64
Q

In a civil disturbance and riot situation, impact munitions can be used to:

A

(1) Provide protection to the skirmish line.
(2) Protect the gas lines when riot control agents are deployed.
(3) Preemptively target individuals on whom charges already exist or whom, if
apprehended, will be charged, but are likely to flee if an arrest team approaches
(GO 1.3.5.C.4)

65
Q

If an individual is observed in a LEC area unaccompanied by authorized personnel, which of the following steps will be taken:

A

1) The on-duty supervisor and a patrol deputy will respond to the incident
(2) The responding personnel will act in accordance with applicable Maryland
Criminal Law (CR 6-409 of CR 6-402)
(3) The Patrol Operations Commander will be notified
(4) The primary deputy or supervisor will submit a detailed report of the incident.
(GO 40.1.1)

66
Q

T/F Supervisors are responsible for conducting at least 1 monthly random BWC review per deputy to ensure policy compliance

A

False
(GO 1.6.10.B.3)

67
Q

T/F Formal written counseling (FWC) and Letters of Reprimand (LOR) are considered punitive discipline.

A

False
(GO 52.3.3.A.1 &2)

68
Q

GO’s changed
Taser downloads will be completed by which dates?

A

Old - January 15th and July 15th (GO 1.4.3.I.2)
Each supervisor will ensure all issued CEW’s in their command have been downloaded and
updated with the latest firmware

69
Q

T/F Collision forms and risk management forms will be completed within 24 hrs of collision.

A

False
(GO 63.2.4.D End of shift)

70
Q

A CISM debrief will usually be conducted within ____ of a traumatic experience.
- 5 days
- 7 days
- 3 days
- 2 weeks

A

3 days
(GO 22.2.13.B.1.C)

71
Q

T/F Failure of supervisor to respond to grievance within the specified time will automatically permit the employee to the next step within the specified time.

A

True
(GO 25.1.1.B.6)

72
Q

T/F Concerning internal affairs investigations, results of blood test, breath, or urine test for CDS, polygraph examinations or interrogations, which have been ordered are not admissible or discoverable in any criminal proceedings.

A

True
(GO 52.2.6.F.1)

73
Q

T/F Use of hobble restraints must be documented on a use of force form.

A

True

74
Q

T/F If entry is to be made into a residence or structure during the service of a search warrant, a FCSO Search Warrant Threat Assessment Form 42-P must be completed and forwarded to the deputy’s supervisor immediately following the event.

A

False - before
(GO 42.2.1.C.5)

75
Q

T/F Deputies are prohibited to arrest or detain based solely on immigration warrant for deportation but can enforce civil or administrative warrant.

A

False
(GO 74.3.6)

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