325 Special Assault

Question 1

All allegations of felony sex crimes (including sexual battery, lewd and lascivious assault on a minor, molesting, pornography, etc.), aggravated child abuse, aggravated elderly abuse, and criminal sexting are investigated by the _______.

Answer 1

Special Assault Unit

Question 2

Sexual batteries that occur on Duval County School Board property will be investigated by the_____.

Answer 2

SAU

Question 3

_______ will investigate all other sex crimes that occur on school board property.

Answer 3

Duval County School Police Department (DCSPD)

Question 4

An SAU detective shall be called out 24 hours a day when:

Answer 4

1. An arrest is made on an SAU warrant or when a suspect is in custody for a felony sex crime, aggravated child abuse, or aggravated elderly abuse;
2. A victim sustains significant injury, such as broken bones, serious lacerations, or any other injury likely to cause permanent disfigurement;
3. There is a burglary related to the incident;
4. The incident appears to be part of a pattern or series;
5. The incident involves another serious crime such as robbery, kidnapping, etc., where a sexual battery or attempted sexual battery was also part of the crime;
6. A kidnapping or attempted kidnapping of a victim 17 years of age or younger in which the victim has been recovered and the motivation for the kidnapping cannot be determined; or
7. Anytime a supervisor determines a detective can significantly help the investigation.

Question 5

The ____ on scene is in charge of the investigation unless relieved by a supervisor or SAU detective.

Answer 5

first officer

Question 6

Per Florida State Statutes (F.S.S.) 960, Victim’s Rights, adult victims of sexual battery are _____ to make a police report in order to receive a forensic exam (i.e., be taken to the Sexual Assault Forensic Exam [SAFE] Program).

Answer 6

not required

Question 7

The victim should be given the _____ hotline phone number of (904) 721-RAPE (7273).

Answer 7

rape recovery

Question 8

For adult victims, if any type of penetration occurred within the preceding ____ hours, the victim should be taken to the SAFE facility at 5300 Emerson Street.

Answer 8

120

Question 9

Prior to transporting the victim to SAFE, the officer shall call the rape recovery hotline ([904] 721-7273) and notify the _____ that he is on the way to ensure SAFE has proper staffing available to conduct the exam. If after 1700 hours, or on weekends and holidays, the officer shall contact ____ personnel for the door and alarm codes so that they can unlock the SAFE building.

Answer 9

on call SAFE Nurse/staff member

NCIC

Question 10

If officers have a suspect in custody, the following protocol shall take effect:

a. Transport the victim to the SAU office ____ to transporting the victim to SAFE unless immediate medical treatment or stabilization is needed;
b. Officers will be required to remain with the victim at the ______ so the victim can be transported to SAFE after the detective has met with him or her.

Answer 10

prior

Police Memorial Building (PMB)

Question 11

For adult victims, ask the victim prior to leaving for SAFE if the victim would like the assistance of an ______ to answer any questions, explain the process, and provide counseling and assistance throughout the entire process.

Answer 11

advocate

Question 12

Officers shall indicate in the ____ of the Incident Report whether or not the victim chose to speak with an advocate;

Answer 12

narrative

Question 13

Response time for an advocate should not exceed _____minutes. In some instances, however, officers may have completed the investigation prior to the arrival of an advocate. Officers may return to service without waiting for the advocate, upon being relieved by _____.

Answer 13

45

SAFE personnel

Question 14

In the event an advocate or SAFE personnel do not respond, the officer shall notify a ______.

Answer 14

patrol supervisor.

Question 15

If an adult victim reports a sex crime but refuses to be examined, the officer shall complete a ____ and have the victim read and sign it.

Answer 15

Refusal to Submit to Medical Examination Form (P-0145

Question 16

A copy (yellow) of the form will be given to the victim and the original (white) shall be submitted to the _____.

Answer 16

Property & Evidence Facility

Question 17

For victims who are under the age of 18 with no injuries and no suspect is in custody, officers shall adhere to the following procedures:
a. If the incident occurred more than ____hours prior, the officer shall take the report following the same protocol as for adults (document on an Incident Report and route to the SAU).

Answer 17

72

Question 18

If the victim is under the age of ____, obtain information for the Incident Report from an adult rather than interviewing the child;

Answer 18

12

Question 19

For adults, if the sexual assault occurred within the preceding _____ hours, advise the victim not to shower, bathe, or otherwise alter his or her physical appearance, or engage in any activity that may contaminate or destroy valuable evidence. For victims who are under the age of 18, CPT guidelines reduce the time frame to____ hours.

Answer 19

120

72

Question 20

Patrol officers will handle all civil sexting investigations involving minors between the ages of ______.

Answer 20

12-17

Question 21

The first sexting offense is classified as _____.

Answer 21

non-criminal (civil)

Question 22

The juvenile receiving the citation and a parent or guardian must report to the Juvenile Department, Room 2017 at the Duval County Courthouse (501 W. Adams Street) within _____ days to schedule a court date or to receive instructions for completing the alternative penalty or penalties listed above

Answer 22

10

Question 23

Complete a Juvenile Civil Sexting Citation (P-0698) for each juvenile who transmits or possesses a photograph or video that meets the criteria defined in the sexting statute. Officers are to explain to the parent or guardian that the juvenile must appear before the Juvenile Court. In lieu of appearing, the juvenile may complete any of the following:

Answer 23

eight hours of community service, pay a $60 civil penalty, or participate in a cyber-safety program

Question 24

A second sexting offense could be classified as a ____ and will be followed up by a detective in the SAU. Seize all electronic devices with contraband photographs and/or videos and submit them to the Property & Evidence Facility as evidence

Answer 24

misdemeanor

Question 25

Third or subsequent sexting offenses are ____ and must be followed up by the SAU personnel.

Answer 25

felonies

Question 26

F.S.S. 39.205, a person who is required to report known or suspected child abuse, abandonment, neglect, or child sexual abuse and who knowingly and willfully fails to do so, or who knowingly and willfully prevents another person to do so, commits a felony of the ____ degree.

Answer 26

3rd

Question 27

Unless the alleged abuse or neglect is in progress, officers investigating a child abuse or neglect complaint shall first attempt to contact neighbors and the complainant _____ contacting the child’s (victim’s) parents or guardians.

Answer 27

BEFORE

Question 28

When interviewing persons other than suspects, officers shall tell them that F.S.S. 39.203 says they have ______ from any criminal or civil liability if statements are made in good faith.

Answer 28

immunity

Question 29

The only exceptions to the legal duty to report known or suspected child abuse are ______ and _____ privileges;

Answer 29

attorney/client

clergy/client

Question 30

If evidence of child abuse is present, the child should be examined by a physician, preferably by the ____;

Answer 30

CPT

Question 31

Officers investigating an actual, potential, or suspected case of child abuse, child neglect, or child sexual abuse, regardless if committed by a caregiver or non-caregiver, shall immediately:

Answer 31

(1) Notify a supervisor;
(2) Review F.S.S. Chapters 39.201 and 827.03 to familiarize themselves with reporting requirements and with the elements of child abuse, child neglect, and aggravated child abuse. Review F.S.S. 827.04(1) which addresses acts by another which contribute to the delinquency of a minor;
(3) Notify the Florida Abuse Hotline Information System at 1-866-532-2873 regarding incidents of child abuse, child neglect, or child sexual abuse, regardless if committed by a caregiver or non-caregiver as prescribed by F.S.S. 39.201. In lieu of calling the abuse registry, police reports can also be forwarded to DCF by fax at 1-800-914-0004 or via the internet at the DCF website. Officers can also call for technical assistance and non-reporting matters at 1-800-541-9724. Note that these telephone numbers are for law enforcement use only. Individuals not associated with law enforcement can still contact the registry by calling 1-800-962-2873 (1-800-96-ABUSE);

Question 32

As defined in F.S.S. 39.01(50), ______ occurs when a child is deprived of, or is allowed to be deprived of, necessary food, clothing, shelter, or medical treatment or a child is permitted to live in an environment when such deprivation or environment causes the child’s physical, mental, or emotional health to be significantly impaired or to be in danger of being significantly impaired.

Answer 32

“neglect”

Question 33

A parent or legal custodian legitimately practicing religious beliefs in accordance with a recognized church or religious organization who thereby does not provide specific medical treatment for a child may not, for that reason alone, be considered a _____ parent or legal custodian.

Answer 33

negligent

Question 34

On all cases received directly from the abuse registry, the ______ must be included in the narrative of the Incident Report.

Answer 34

DCF abuse report number

Question 35

Officers that are unable to contact the alleged victim(s) or unable to verify a bona fide case of abuse or neglect shall complete an information report, select “______, and route it to the SAU;

Answer 35

Information Report – Special Assault Unit”

Question 36

The victim will be transported to ______ if he or she requires medical treatment. The CPT at UF Health Jacksonville is equipped to properly assist victims and assist with evidence collection;

Answer 36

UF Health Jacksonville

Question 37

A SAU detective shall interview the suspect any time an ______ child abuse arrest is made, 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays (In addition, a SAU detective will be notified when an aggravated type injury occurs to a child whether or not the injury is thought to be as a result of abuse, an accident, or unknown means [i.e., broken bones, head injuries, and injuries that require hospitalization]);

Answer 37

aggravated

Question 38

The ______ will be contacted when there is a life-threatening injury;

Answer 38

Homicide Unit

Question 39

Information provided to officers from DCF investigators or the CPT investigators may be relied upon as the basis for an Incident Report or as ______ for an arrest.

Answer 39

probable cause

Question 40

______ of a child by a parent or legal custodian for disciplinary purposes does not in itself constitute abuse when it does not result in harm to the child.

Answer 40

Corporal discipline

Question 41

If a child is to be placed with _____, an Incident Report, titled “Child Abuse,” “Child Neglect,” or “Homeless Child” must be completed. The narrative of the report will contain the specific details as to why it was necessary to remove the child from the home;

Answer 41

DCF

Question 42

If a parent or guardian is the suspected abuser, and the child requires placement Monday through Friday between 0800 - 1800 hours (excluding holidays), the child will be taken to the ______” (Protective Investigations - 3rd Floor), 921 North Davis Street;

Answer 42

Duval Regional Service Center, Building “B

Question 43

Officers are required to notify the ______Information System of all abused and/or neglected children who are admitted or treated by a medical facility as the result of abuse and/or neglect.

Answer 43

DCF Florida Abuse Hotline

Question 44

______ is a collaborative effort of the JSO, Hubbard House, and the City of Jacksonville (COJ) to provide enhanced services to the victims of domestic violence.

Answer 44

The Intimate Violence Enhanced Services Team (INVEST

Question 45

Team members review all cases involving _____ between intimate family members as defined above in order to identify those victims who may be involved in a potentially lethal relationship or exposed to the most chronic or severe episodes of violence and who are in need of enhanced services.

Answer 45

domestic/dating violence