Patrol Operations

Question 1

Where Can you find FPD’s Pursuit Policy?

Answer 1

Section 314

Question 2

What are Officer’s responsibilities in Vehicle Pursuits?

Answer 2

314.2
It shall be the policy of this department that a vehicle pursuit shall be conducted only with red light and siren (the “rumbler” is not considered a siren as defined by California Code of Regulations, Title XIII, Division II, Section 1021) as required by Vehicle Code § 21055 for exemption from compliance with the rules of the road. The following policy is established to provide officers with guidelines for driving with due regard and caution for the safety of all persons using the highway as required by Vehicle Code § 21056.

Question 3

What California Vehicle Code section requires officers to pursue with Due Regard for all persons on the roadway?

Answer 3

VC 21506

Question 4

When should an Officer initiate a pursuit?

Answer 4

314.2.1
Officers are authorized to initiate a pursuit when it is reasonable to believe that a suspect is attempting to evade arrest or detention by fleeing in a vehicle.

Question 5

What factors do officers need to take into account when pursuing a vehicle?

Answer 5

314. 2.1
     (a) Seriousness of the known or reasonably suspected crime and its relationship to community safety.

(b) The importance of protecting the public and balancing the known or reasonably suspected offense and the apparent need for immediate capture against the risks to officers, innocent motorists and others.
(c) Apparent nature of the fleeing suspect(s) (e.g., whether the suspect(s) represent a serious threat to public safety).
(d) The identity of the suspect(s) has been verified and there is comparatively minimal risk in allowing the suspect(s) to be apprehended at a later time.
(e) Safety of the public in the area of the pursuit, including the type of area, time of day, the amount of vehicular and pedestrian traffic and the speed of the pursuit relative to these factors.
(f) Pursuing officer(s) familiarity with the area of the pursuit, the quality of radio communications between the pursuing units and the dispatcher/supervisor and the driving capabilities of the pursuing officers under the conditions of the pursuit.
(g) Weather, traffic and road conditions that substantially increase the danger of the pursuit beyond the worth of apprehending the suspect.

(h) Performance capabilities of the vehicles used in the pursuit in relation to the speeds and other conditions of the pursuit.
(i) Vehicle speeds.
(j) Other persons in or on the pursued vehicle (e.g., passengers, co-offenders and hostages).

(k) The age, if known, of the potential offender or persons in the pursued vehicle
(l) Availability of other resources such as helicopter assistance.
(m) The police unit is carrying passengers other than police officers. Pursuits should not be undertaken with a prisoner(s) in the police vehicle.

Question 6

When should a pursuit be terminated?

Answer 6

314.2.2
Pursuits should be discontinued whenever the totality of objective circumstances known or which reasonably ought to be known to the officer or supervisor during the pursuit indicates that the present risks of continuing the pursuit reasonably appear to outweigh the risks resulting from the suspect’s escape.

Question 7

How many units are authorized in a pursuit?

Answer 7

314.3
Pursuit units should be limited to three vehicles (two units and a supervisor); however, the number of units involved will vary with the circumstances. An officer or supervisor may request additional units to join a pursuit if, after assessing the factors outlined above, it appears that the number of officers involved would be insufficient to safely arrest the suspects. All other officers should stay out of the pursuit, but should remain alert to its progress and location. Any officer who drops out of a pursuit may then, if necessary, proceed to the termination point at legal speeds, following the appropriate rules of the road.

Question 8

What is the role of the primary officer in the vehicle pursuit?

Answer 8

314.3.3
Notify the Dispatch Center that a vehicle pursuit has been initiated and as soon as practicable provide information including, but not limited to:
(a) Reason for the pursuit.
(b) Location and direction of travel.
(c) Speed of the fleeing vehicle.
(d) Description of the fleeing vehicle and license number, if known.
(e) Number of known occupants.
(f) The identity or description of the known occupants.
(g) Information concerning the use of firearms, threat of force, injuries, hostages or other unusual hazards.

Question 9

What is the role of the secondary officer in the vehicle pursuit?

Answer 9

314.3.4
The second officer in the pursuit is responsible for the following:
(a) The officer in the secondary unit should immediately notify the dispatcher of entry into the pursuit.
(b) Remain a safe distance behind the primary unit unless directed to assume the role of primary officer, or if the primary unit is unable to continue the pursuit.
(c) The secondary officer should be responsible for broadcasting the progress of the pursuit unless the situation indicates otherwise.

Question 10

What are officers, not involved in the vehicle pursuit authorized to do?

Answer 10

314.3.6
Officers authorized to trail or parallel the pursuit should obey all traffic laws without activating emergency equipment. However, officers are authorized to use emergency equipment at intersections along the pursuit path to clear intersections of vehicular and pedestrian traffic to protect the public.

Officers should remain in their assigned area and should not become involved with the pursuit unless directed otherwise by a supervisor.

Non-pursuing personnel needed at the termination of the pursuit should respond in a non-emergency manner, observing the rules of the road.

The primary and secondary units should be the only units operating under emergency conditions (red light and siren) unless other units are assigned to the pursuit. A supervisor may also operate under emergency conditions when he/she deems it necessary.

Question 11

What are the supervisor’s responsibilities in regards to vehicle pursuits?

Answer 11

314. 4
     (a) Upon becoming aware of a pursuit, immediately ascertaining all reasonably available information to continuously assess the situation and risk factors associated with the pursuit in order to ensure that the pursuit is conducted within established department guidelines.
     (b) Engaging in the pursuit, when appropriate, to provide on-scene supervision.
     (c) Exercising management and control of the pursuit even if not engaged in it.
     (d) Ensuring that no more than the number of required police units needed are involved in the pursuit under the guidelines set forth in this policy.
     (e) Directing that the pursuit be terminated if, in his/her judgment, it is unjustified to continue the pursuit under the guidelines of this policy.
     (f) Ensuring that aircraft are requested if available.
     (g) Ensuring that the proper radio channel is being used.
     (h) Ensuring the notification and/or coordination of outside agencies if the pursuit either leaves or is likely to leave the jurisdiction of this agency.
     (i) Controlling and managing FPD units when a pursuit enters another jurisdiction.
     (j) Preparing post-pursuit critique and analysis of the pursuit for training purposes.

Question 12

What is the watch commander’s responsibility duty vehicle pursuits?

Answer 12

314.4.1
Upon becoming aware that a pursuit has been initiated, the Watch Commander (or sergeant when no lieutenant is available) should monitor and continually assess the situation and ensure the pursuit is conducted within the guidelines and requirements of this policy. The Watch Commander (or sergeant when no lieutenant is available) has the final responsibility for the coordination, control and termination of a motor vehicle pursuit and shall be in overall command.

The Watch Commander (or sergeant when no lieutenant is available) shall review all pertinent reports for content and forward to the Division Commander.

Question 13

When can an officer utilize the PIT?

Answer 13

314.7.1
Use of pursuit intervention tactics should be employed only after approval of a supervisor. In deciding whether to use intervention tactics, officers/supervisors should balance the risks of allowing the pursuit to continue with the potential hazards arising from the use of each tactic to the public, the officers and persons in or on the pursued vehicle. With these risks in mind, the decision to use any intervention tactic should be reasonable in light of the circumstances confronting the officer at the time of the decision.
It is imperative that officers act within the bounds of legality, good judgment and accepted practices.

Question 14

What is an Officer’s responsibility responding to a call “Code 3?”

Answer 14

316.4
If an officer believes a Code-3 response to any call is appropriate, the officer shall immediately notify the Dispatch Center. Generally, only one unit should respond Code-3 to any situation. Should another officer believe a Code-3 response is appropriate, the Dispatch Center shall be notified and the Watch Commander or field supervisor will make a determination as to whether one or more officers driving Code-3 is appropriate.

316.5
The decision to continue a Code-3 response is at the discretion of the officer. If, in the officer’s judgment, the roadway conditions or traffic congestion does not permit such a response without unreasonable risk, the officer may elect to respond to the call without the use of red lights and siren at the legal speed limit. In such an event, the officer should immediately notify the Dispatch Center. An officer shall also discontinue the Code-3 response when directed by a supervisor.

Upon receiving authorization or determining a Code-3 response is appropriate, an officer shall immediately give the location from which he/she is responding.

Question 15

What is a supervisor’s responsibility when notified an officer is responding code 3?

Answer 15

316.7
Upon being notified that a Code-3 response has been initiated, the Watch Commander or the field supervisor shall verify the following:
(a) The proper response has been initiated
(b) No more than those units reasonably necessary under the circumstances are involved in the response
(c) Affected outside jurisdictions are being notified as practical

It is the supervisor’s responsibility to terminate a Code-3 response that, in his/her judgment is inappropriate due to the circumstances.
When making the decision to authorize a Code-3 response, the Watch Commander or the field supervisor should consider the following:
• The type of call
• The necessity of a timely response
• Traffic and roadway conditions
• Time of day
• The location of the responding units

Question 16

What should officers consider in regards to handling W&I 5150’s?

Answer 16

418.3
Any officer responding to or handling a call involving a suspected mentally disabled individual or an involuntary mental illness commitment should consider utilizing the following as time and circumstances reasonably permit:
(a) Any available information that might assist in determining the cause and nature of the mental illness or developmental disability.
(b) Conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
(c) Language that is appropriate for interacting with a mentally disabled person.
(d) If circumstances permit, alternatives to deadly force.
(e) Any available community resources that can assist in dealing with a mentally disabled individual.

Question 17

What is the response when dealing with a violent 5150 who needs to be transported to ARMC?

Answer 17

418.3.2
If the patient is violent or potentially violent, the officer will notify the staff of this concern. The staff member in charge will have discretion as to whether soft-restraints will be used. If these restraints are desired, the officer will wait while they are being applied to help provide physical control of the patient, if needed.

Question 18

What must an officer do if the detained 5150 needs to be charged with a crime?

Answer 18

418.4
When practical, any person charged with a crime who also appears to be mentally ill shall be booked at the Fontana Police Department before being transported to the authorized facility. If the person has injuries or some other medical condition, he/she may be taken directly to the hospital with the approval of a supervisor.

Question 19

What should an officer do in regards to weapons after a 5150 has been detained?

Answer 19

418.5
Whenever a person has been detained or apprehended for examination pursuant to Welfare and Institutions Code § 5150, the handling officer shall seek to determine if the person owns or has access to any firearm or other deadly weapon. Officers should check AFIS (Automated Firearms Information System) to determine if the subject owns a firearm. Any such firearm or other deadly weapon shall be confiscated in a manner consistent with current search and seizure law (Welfare and Institutions Code § 8102(a)).

Question 20

Do officers need a search warrant to recover weapons from a 5150’s residence?

Answer 20

418.5
Officers are cautioned that a search warrant may be needed before entering a residence or other place to search unless lawful, warrantless entry has already been made (e.g., exigent circumstances, valid consent) (Penal Code § 1524).

Question 21

Where can you find FPD’s Cite-Release policy?

Answer 21

FPD section 420

Question 22

What’s the Penal Code section authorizing Cite-Release?

Answer 22

P.C. 853.6

Question 23

What is FPD’s Field Citation Policy?

Answer 23

420.3.1
In most misdemeanor cases an arrestee 18 years or older may be released on citation provided the individual can be satisfactorily identified, there is no outstanding arrest warrant for the individual and none of the below described disqualifying circumstances are present (Penal Code § 853.6 and Penal Code § 1270.1).

Question 24

What types of violations can be Cite-Released from FPD Jail?

Answer 24

420. 3.2
     (a) All property crimes, with the exception of CVC 10851, where the value of the property taken was less than $2500. This includes violations of PC sections 470, 472, 475, 476, 484, 487, 503, 666 and 459 burglaries in the second degree as defined by PC section 460(b). This specifically does not include violations of PC 459 burglary in the first degree as defined by PC section 460(a).
     (b) Weapons violations that do not involve firearms or explosive devices.
     (c) Health and Safety code 11377.

(b) PC 647 (f) Public Intoxication
(c) DUI/11550

(d) Misdemeanor arrests with bookable warrants.
1. Individuals with bookable warrant(s) in addition to a misdemeanor charge may be cite released for the misdemeanor and then booked at the county jail facility on the warrant(s).

Question 25

What disqualifies a subject from being Cite-Released?

Answer 25

420. 3.3
     (a) The person arrested is so intoxicated that he/she could be a danger to him/herself or to others. Release may occur as soon as this condition no longer exists.
     (b) The person arrested requires medical examination or medical care or is otherwise unable to care for his/her own safety
421. The Fontana Police Department shall not release an arrestee from custody for the purpose of allowing that person to seek medical care at a hospital, and then immediately re-arrest the same individual upon discharge from the hospital, unless the hospital determines this action will enable it to bill and collect from a third-party payment source (Penal Code § 4011.10).
     (c) The person is arrested for one or more of the offenses listed in Vehicle Code §§ 40302, 40303 and 40305.

(d) There are one or more outstanding arrest warrants for the person.
(e) The person could not provide satisfactory evidence of personal identification.
(f) The prosecution of the offense or offenses for which the person was arrested or the prosecution of any other offense or offenses would be jeopardized by the immediate release of the person arrested.
(g) There is a reasonable likelihood that the offense or offenses would continue or resume, or that the safety of persons or property would be imminently endangered by the release of the person arrested.
(h) The person arrested demands to be taken before a magistrate or has refused to sign the notice to appear.
(i) There is reason to believe that the person would not appear at the time and place specified in the notice to appear. The basis for this determination shall be specifically documented.
(j) The charges fall under Penal Code § 1270.1 (serious or violent felonies, domestic violence, etc.)

Question 26

When can a juvenile be Cite-Released?

Answer 26

420.5
• Misdemeanor traffic violations of the Vehicle Code
• Violations of the Fontana City codes
• Misdemeanor offenses heard at Juvenile Traffic Court.
• Felony offenses sent to the San Bernardino County Youth Accountability Program.

All other misdemeanor violations for juveniles shall be documented with a case number and the case should be referred to the Records Unit for further action including diversion.

Question 27

What is the FPD Policy in regards to Detentions and Photographs of subjects?

Answer 27

440.3
Officers may stop individuals for the purpose of conducting an FI where reasonable suspicion is present. In justifying the stop, the officer should be able to point to specific facts which, when taken together with rational inferences, reasonably warrant the stop. Such facts include, but are not limited to, the following:
(a) The appearance or demeanor of an individual suggests that he/she is part of a criminal enterprise or is engaged in a criminal act.
(b) The actions of the suspect suggest that he/she is engaged in a criminal activity.
(c) The hour of day or night is inappropriate for the suspect’s presence in the area.


Question 28

When can an officer conduct Pat-Down searches?

Answer 28

440.4
A pat-down search of a detained subject may be conducted whenever an officer reasonably believes that the person may possess an object that can be utilized as an offensive weapon or whenever the officer has a reasonable fear for his/her own safety or the safety of others. Circumstances that may establish justification for performing a pat-down search include, but are not limited to the following:

(a) The type of crime suspected, particularly in crimes of violence where the use or threat of deadly weapons is involved.
(b) Where more than one suspect must be handled by a single officer.
(c) The hour of the day and the location or neighborhood where the stop takes place.
(d) Prior knowledge of the suspect’s use of force and/or propensity to carry deadly weapons.
(e) The appearance and demeanor of the suspect.
(f) Visual indications which suggest that the suspect is carrying a firearm or other weapon.
(g) The age and gender of the suspect.

Question 29

What should Officers consider when taking field photographs?

Answer 29

440. 5
441. 5.1 FIELD PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN WITH CONSENT

440.5.2 FIELD PHOTOGRAPHS TAKEN WITHOUT CONSENT
Field photographs may be taken without consent only if they are taken during a detention that is based upon reasonable suspicion of criminal activity, and the photograph serves a legitimate law enforcement purpose related to the detention.

Question 30

What is the Supervisor’s role in respect to In-Field photographs being taken?

Answer 30

440.6
While it is recognized that field photographs often become valuable investigative tools, supervisors should monitor such practices in view of the above listed considerations. This is not to imply that supervisor approval is required before each photograph. Access to field photographs shall be strictly limited to law enforcement purposes.

Question 31

Where can you find the FPD policy regarding the use of MDC (Mobile Data Computers)?

Answer 31

FPD Police Section 448

BONUS Section 448.2
The MDC shall be used for official police communications only. Messages that are of a sexual, racist, or offensive nature, or otherwise critical of any member of the Department are strictly forbidden. MDC use is also subject to the Department Technology Use Policy.
Messages may be reviewed by supervisors at any time without prior notification. Employees generating or transmitting messages not in compliance with this policy are subject to discipline.

Question 32

Where can you find the FPD Domestic Violence Policy?

Answer 32

Section 320

Question 33

Can Officers Cite-Release for P.C. 243(E)(1)?

Answer 33

320. 3.1 FIELD RELEASE
     (b) Officers shall not cite and release for the following offenses (Penal Code § 853.6(a)(3)):
321. Penal Code § 243(e)(1)
322. Penal Code § 273.5
323. Penal Code § 273.6 if violence or threats of violence have occurred or the suspect has gone to the workplace or residence of the protected party.
324. Penal Code 646.9.
325. Other offenses specified in Penal Code § 1270.1, such as serious or violent felonies.

Question 34

What is the FPD Policy regarding EPO’s?

Answer 34

320. 4.5
     (a) Family Code § 6241 mandates the Superior Court to provide a judge, commissioner, or referee to hear applications and issue Emergency Protective Orders based on criteria outlined in Family Code § 6250(c). A judicial officer may issue an Emergency Protective Order whenever a law enforcement officer asserts reasonable grounds that:
321. A person is in immediate and present danger of domestic violence based upon the person’s allegation of a recent incident of abuse or threat of abuse by the person against whom the order is sought.
322. A child is in immediate and present danger of abuse by a family or household member, based on an allegation of a recent incident of abuse or threat of abuse by the family or household member.
323. A child is in immediate and present danger of being abducted by a parent or relative, based on a reasonable belief that a person has intent to abduct a child or flee with the child from the jurisdiction or based on an allegation of a reasonable threat to abduct the child or flee with the child from the jurisdiction.
324. An elder or dependent adult is in immediate and present danger of abuse as defined in Welfare and Institutions Code § 15610.7 based on an allegation of a recent incident of abuse or threat of abuse by the person against whom the order is sought, except that no emergency protective order shall be issued based solely on an allegation of financial abuse.
     (b) Under Penal Code § 646.91, a peace officer may also obtain an Emergency Protective Order when the officer has reasonable grounds to believe that a person or the person’s immediate family is in immediate and present danger of being stalked.
325. Any such Emergency Protective Order shall be reduced to writing, signed by the officer and include all of the information required by Penal Code § 646.91(c).
326. Any officer seeking such an order shall serve the order on the restrained person if such person can be reasonably located and shall provide the person protected with a copy of the order. A copy of the order shall also be filed with the court as soon as practicable after issuance.
327. Any officer requesting such an order shall carry copies of the order while on duty and shall use every reasonable means to enforce the order.
     (c) Emergency Protective Orders may be obtained by telephone to prohibit a suspect who resides with a complainant, regardless of their marital status or relationship from:
328. Physically or verbally contacting the victim or disturbing his/her peace
329. Remaining or returning to the victim’s residence, regardless of who holds legal title to, or leases the residence
330. Continuing a specified behavior as described in the order

Question 35

What actions should officers take if DV victims or suspects have access to weapons?

Answer 35

320.8
Officers shall check AFS on any DV incident where a case number is issued. The outcome of that check shall be documented in the ensuing case.
Officers shall take into temporary custody any firearm or other deadly weapon in plain sight or discovered pursuant to a consensual search or other lawful search in a domestic violence incident and process it for safekeeping as authorized in Penal Code § 12028.5. In no event shall such a firearm or weapon be returned within less than 48 hours. If necessary, officers may also obtain a search warrant for firearms or other deadly weapons that are subject to seizure under Penal Code § 18250 (Penal Code § 1524(a)).
The officer taking custody of any firearm or other deadly weapon shall issue the individual possessing such weapon a receipt fully describing the weapon (including any serial number) and indicate the location where the weapon may be recovered along with any applicable time limit for recovery (Penal Code § 18255).
No person who is the subject of an Emergency Protective Order issued pursuant to Penal Code § 646.91 may own, possess, receive, purchase or attempt to purchase a firearm while such order is in effect.

Question 36

What Penal Code authorizes officers to take firearms for safe keeping after a DV investigation?

Answer 36

P.C. 12028.5

Question 37

When do officers NOT need a warrant to search a person or residence?

Answer 37

322.3
Examples of law enforcement activities that are exceptions to the general warrant requirement include, but are not limited to, searches pursuant to the following:
• Valid consent
• Incident to a lawful arrest
• Legitimate community caretaking interests
• Vehicle searches under certain circumstances
• Exigent circumstances

Question 38

What Policy dictates an officer’s response to elder abuse cases?

Answer 38

326.4

All incidents involving actual or suspected adult abuse shall be fully investigated and appropriately documented.

Question 39

Where can you find the FPD police regarding Sexual Harassment and Discrimination?

Answer 39

Section 328

Question 40

What is the FPD Policy in regards to Sexual Harassment?

Answer 40

328.3.2
The Department prohibits all forms of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment. It is unlawful to harass an applicant or an employee because of that person’s sex.

Sexual harassment includes, but is not limited to, unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

(a) Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly as a term or condition of employment, position or compensation.
(b) Submission to, or rejection of, such conduct is used as the basis for any employment decisions affecting the member.
(c) Such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with a member’s work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.

Question 41

What is the FPD’s Policy in regards to Discrimination?

Answer 41

328.3.1
The Department prohibits all forms of discrimination, including any employment-related action by an employee that adversely affects an applicant or employee and is based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, disability, military service, sexual orientation and other classifications protected by law.
Discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, is verbal or physical conduct that demeans or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual based upon that individual’s protected class. It has the effect of interfering with an individual’s work performance or creating a hostile or abusive work environment.

Conduct that may, under certain circumstances, constitute discriminatory harassment, can include making derogatory comments, crude and offensive statements or remarks, making slurs or off-color jokes, stereotyping, engaging in threatening acts, making indecent gestures, pictures, cartoons, posters or material, making inappropriate physical contact, or using written material or department equipment and/or systems to transmit or receive offensive material, statements or pictures. Such conduct is contrary to department policy and to the department’s commitment to a discrimination free work environment.

Retaliation is treating a person differently or engaging in acts of reprisal or intimidation against the person because he/she has engaged in protected activity, filed a charge of discrimination, participated in an investigation or opposed a discriminatory practice. Retaliation will not be tolerated.

Question 42

What is the Supervisor’s responsibility in regards to Sexual Harassment or Discrimination?

Answer 42

328.4.1
Each supervisor and manager shall:
(a) Continually monitor the work environment and strive to ensure that it is free from all types of unlawful discrimination, including harassment or retaliation.
(b) Take prompt, appropriate action within their work units to avoid and minimize the incidence of any form of discrimination, harassment or retaliation.
(c) Ensure that their subordinates understand their responsibilities under this policy.
(d) Ensure that members who make complaints or who oppose any unlawful employment practices are protected from retaliation and that such matters are kept confidential to the extent possible.
(e) Notify the Chief of Police or Human Resources Director in writing of the circumstances surrounding any reported allegations or observed acts of discrimination, harassment or retaliation no later than the next business day.

Question 43

What is the Employee’s Role in regards to Sexual Harassment or Discrimination?

Answer 43

328. 4.3
     (a) If another employee tells you that he/she finds your behavior offensive, do not get angry or insulted. People have different values and standards based on ethnicity, age, gender, etc. and may be offended by behavior that you think is proper. Tell the employee that you did not realize that he/she would be offended by your behavior, stop the offensive conduct immediately, and reassure the behavior will not be repeated.
     (b) There is no intent by this department to regulate or control any relationship or social interactions of employees that are freely entered into by both parties.
     (c) The following are suggestions for all employees to help establish and maintain a professional and healthy working environment, while at the same time preventing sexual harassment from occurring.
329. It is the department’s philosophy that employees must set an example of acceptable conduct by not participating in or provoking behavior that is offensive.
330. Make it absolutely clear that you are not interested in, or flattered by uninvited sexual advances.
331. Whenever possible, employees who believe they are experiencing discrimination and/or harassment are encouraged to inform the individual that his/her behavior is unwelcome, offensive, unprofessional or highlyinappropriate. If this does not resolve the concern or if an employee feels uncomfortable, threatened, or has difficulty expressing his/her concern, supervisory or management assistance or counseling should be sought from a supervisor or manager one rank higher than the alleged offender.

Question 44

Where can you find the FPD’s Child Abuse investigations and reporting Policy?

Answer 44

FPD Policy Section 330.

Question 45

What is the Supervisor’s Responsibility in regards to Missing Persons?

Answer 45

332.6.1
The supervisor shall review and approve missing person reports upon receipt and ensure resources are deployed as appropriate. The reports should be promptly sent to Records Unit.

The supervisor shall also ensure applicable notifications and public alerts are made and documented and that records have been entered into the appropriate missing person networks.

The supervisor should also take reasonable steps to identify and address any jurisdictional issues to ensure cooperation between agencies.

Question 46

Where can you find the FPD policy in regards to employee discipline?

Answer 46

FPD Section 340

Question 47

Where can you locate FPD’s Report policy?

Answer 47

FPD Section 344

Question 48

What is FPD’s Incident Number Policy?

Answer 48

344. 2.7 USE OF CAD SEQUENCE NUMBERS
     (a) CAD Sequence Numbers / Incident Numbers will be used in place of officer generated reports when there is no workable suspect information for the following types of cases:
345. Misdemeanor thefts: PC 488 / PC 490.5.
346. Misdemeanor vandalism: PC 594(a)(1) with less than $1000 damage with the exception of cases involving graffiti.
347. Vehicle burglaries: PC 459 with property loss less than $1000 with the exception of burglaries to motor homes or self-contained trailers.
348. Grand theft: PC 487.1 total loss less than $1000.
349. Trespass and unlawful entry: PC 602 / PC 603.
350. Prowling: PC 647(i).
351. Obscene or annoying phone calls: PC 653m
352. Bomb threats: PC 148.1

Question 49

When must an officer take a case and not issue an incident number?

Answer 49

344. 2.7
     (c) Officers will take case numbers and not use Sequence Numbers in any of the following situations:
345. All felonies with the exception of those felonies already indicated.
346. Any crime of violence.
347. Any crime with workable suspect information.
348. Any burglary where the location entered is other than a vehicle, i.e. garages, houses, sheds, or a motor home or self-contained trailer.
349. Any property crime where one or more of the items taken has serial numbers that can be entered into the Department’s NCIC computer system.
350. Any domestic violence situation.
351. Any 594 PC involving graffiti.
352. Any reports of lost items that are serialized or that has a unique inscription which can be entered into the Department of Justice Automated property System (PC 11108)

Question 50

When does a press release need to be completed? And who must complete it?

Answer 50

346.2.2
The primary investigating officer at the scene of a newsworthy incident shall prepare a written press release and submit it to the Shift Supervisor for approval. During normal business hours, it shall be directed to the PIO for dispersal to the media. During non-business hours, the Shift Supervisor or designee will be responsible for dispersing to the media. The scope and content of each release of information must be determined according to the facts of each situation. Generally, a description of the circumstances which is not legally privileged and which will not prejudice the rights of suspects or interfere with an investigation will be made. Such determination shall be made by those personnel possessing that authority.