4.100 Arrest Procedures and Declaration of Arrest Flashcards
It is the policy of this department that _____ or ______ arrests will be limited to the most serious charges.
Felony or Gross Misdemeanor
Generally, in Clark County, felony or gross misdemeanor arrests will not be combined with what?
Misdemeanors
Supervisors will review the declaration of arrest for:
A. Justification for multiple charges on felony or gross misdemeanor arrest.
B. Sufficient probable cause.
C. Adequate articulation of the actions constituting the charges.
D. Quality of the report.
When contacted by an arresting officer regarding releasing an arrestee to medical personnel, ensure that the arrestee is not released from custody if the following charges are applicable:
A. Crimes against an officer.
B. DV or driving on a DWI revoked license.
C. Any violent crime against a person with significant injury.
D. Any crime involving the use of a deadly weapon.
E. Sexual assault.
F. Kidnapping.
When contacted by an arresting officer regarding releasing an arrestee to medical personnel will determine, after consultation with the officer:
If it is the best interest of the arrestee and the department to allow the release from custody and either issue a citation or submit for a warrant at a later time.
What will officers ensure when assisting with a citizens arrest?
- Assist citizen and completing a handwritten DOA for misdemeanor arrest only.
- Ensure the citizen sign the declaration.
- Forward all completed and notarized reports for scanning.
If the arrest does not meet all necessary requirements, the charges can be released by filing for?
NCF ( no charges filed)
What is the timeframe the NCF must be completed?
Within 48 hours of the time of an arrest in the field prior to the submission to the DAs office
How do you NCF charges outside of 48 hours?
Contact the screening DA directly.
Patrol sergeants or above, or detective sgt’s will: Review completed arrest reports to determine the validity of the arrests based on:
A. Probable cause for each element of the crime charged.
B. Applicability of the crime charged.
C. Presence of any additional evidence to support the allegations.
