Agency jurisdiction and Mutual aid (SO) Flashcards
What area does the enforcement at Hickman Treatment Plant cover?
The area includes all property north of Ash Grove Road in Jessamine County.
What are the specific areas covered by enforcement in the vicinity of Hickman Treatment Plant?
Walking and biking paths in Veterans Park and the West Hickman Treatment Plant property.
Which locations are covered in the cul-de-sac of Ashley Oaks Drive?
Houses and yards addressed there.
What is the jurisdiction of the Division of Police regarding mutual aid agreements?
All mutual aid agreements that the Division of Police participates in will be in writing.
Who is authorized to request assistance in case of an actual emergency or public occurrence?
The Chief of Police or official acting in such capacity.
What procedures should be followed for requesting mutual aid according to the mutual aid agreements?
Procedures include legal status, personnel response, authority procedures, and communication.
What is the purpose of Special Order 1993-12C?
To identify jurisdiction for the Division of Police and establish guidelines for mutual aid agreements.
Define ‘Emergency’ as per the special order.
An emergency is a disaster or major public safety occurrence beyond an agency’s control.
According to the special order, what is a ‘Public Occurrence’?
A public safety incident temporarily beyond the capacity of available resources to control.
Who is considered the ‘Incident Commander’ as defined in the special order?
The individual from the affected agency responsible for managing personnel and equipment.
What areas fall under the jurisdiction of the Division of Police?
Fayette County and some state and Federal properties within it.
Which agencies have concurrent jurisdiction with the Division of Police on Federal properties?
Veterans Administration Hospitals, military reserve centers, and U.S. Post Office branches.
What actions should officers take when responding to the Federal Court House and Federal Prison?
Inquire with facility personnel if they may remain armed and comply accordingly.
When can deadly force be used by personnel of assisting jurisdictions?
Only when necessary to prevent death or serious bodily injury to any person.
What should the Incident Commander of the requesting jurisdiction consider before committing specialized units to an event?
Whether it is apparent that deadly force may be required.
Who has sole authority to order the use of force by specialized units?
The Tactical Commander.
Under what circumstances must personnel assisting a law enforcement agency outside of Kentucky receive approval?
Prior to receiving temporary law enforcement powers while working in that jurisdiction.
What kind of language should Division personnel use in their radio communications during incidents?
Plain language.
What should be used for calling a specific unit during radio communications?
Names or position titles.
Who will determine if additional resources beyond Law Enforcement Mutual Aid are needed?
The Chief of Police, after consultation with the Incident Commander.
How can federal law enforcement assistance be requested by the Incident Commander?
From any Federal Agency listed in the document.
Which units can be dispatched by the Governor of the Commonwealth in case of need for military assistance?
Kentucky National Guard units.
What must the Mayor specify when requesting military assistance for an incident?
Approximate number of personnel and/or equipment necessary to control the incident.
Who can approve short term deployment of 5 or fewer officers?
Bureau Commander, Sector or Section Commander, or Patrol Duty Commander.
What requests can be approved by Bureau of Investigation Commanders and section lieutenants?
Assistance requests at homicide investigations, crime scene documentation, evidence collection, and officer involved shootings.
How should requests for assistance for public occurrences be made?
By telephone, radio, and verified by a teletype message initiated by the authorized official.
What information should requests for assistance include?
Name and position of the official, nature and location of the emergency, number of personnel, specialized units, equipment needed.
Under whose command should assisting personnel be during deployment?
Under the command of the Incident Commander.
How should assisting personnel be deployed whenever possible?
As integral units under their own supervisor.
What should be done if orders conflict with previously issued directives?
Conflicts should be respectfully brought to the attention of the issuing officer for resolution.
What should assisting personnel do if ordered to commit an illegal act?
Assisting personnel should not obey any order requiring them to commit illegal acts.
What does SOFSA stand for?
Special Operations Forces Support Activity
Where is the SOFSA located?
5751 Briar Hill Road
What does the restricted area of SOFSA require?
SOFSA escort
What is included in the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) related to SOFSA?
SOFSA area
Name three federal law enforcement agencies/branches.
ATF, DEA, FBI, ICE, Treasury, U.S. Marshal
Which agency has jurisdiction over Railroad Police (Norfolk-Southern, CSX) in Kentucky?
Division of Police
What is the procedure for officers completing citations in Jessamine County?
Notify on-duty supervisor, obtain case numbers, complete citations, transport adult arrestees to detention center.
List three agencies with non-concurrent jurisdiction with the Division of Police.
Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office, Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Georgetown Police Department
