Arrests Procedures And Declaration Of Arrests Flashcards
What is the policy regarding warrantless felony or gross misdemeanor arrests?
Warrantless felony or gross misdemeanor arrests will be limited to the most serious charge(s) arising from a single set of circumstances, except for violent crimes where charges will be combined.
In Clark County, how are misdemeanor arrests handled?
Misdemeanor arrests will be limited to the single most serious offense and generally will not be combined with a felony or gross misdemeanor arrest.
What must be used for all adult arrests excluding misdemeanor citation arrests?
The Temporary Custody Record (TCR) and Declaration of Arrest (DOA), LVMPD 22 and 22A.
When an arrest is made on a local warrant, what does the DOA serve as?
The DOA serves as the Arrest Report (AR), detailing the circumstances of the arrest and reasonable cause.
What is the responsibility of shift supervisors regarding arrest reports?
Shift supervisors are responsible for ensuring the reports are completed and the quality of the report is acceptable.
What should an Arresting Officer (AO) do when determining law violations?
Investigate facts and circumstances and determine what law(s) has been violated.
What can officers do if an arrestee needs medical assistance?
Officers may exercise discretion regarding continuing with the booking process after notifying and obtaining approval from a watch commander.
What should officers do if they choose not to book an arrestee due to medical assistance needs?
Call for private medical transportation via ambulance.
In CLV, how are suspects booked for misdemeanors?
Suspects may be booked for all appropriate misdemeanor offenses.
What must be completed during the booking process?
The DOA must be completed.
What is required for the TCR in terms of signatures?
The Temporary Custody Record must have an original signature on the first and second copies.
What must officers do if more than one offense is alleged in Clark County?
Request approval of the authorizing supervisor to book on additional charges.
What should be included in the DOA regarding probable cause?
The DOA must list the probable cause for all charges and detail the events surrounding the arrest.
What happens to the completed DOA after submission?
It is routed to OnBase and placed in the CCDC Records folder.
What is the purpose of the LVMPD 124 form?
To complete an LVMPD 124 for felonies and gross misdemeanors and attach it to the DOA.
Who reviews the AR Package for approval?
The supervisor or shift lieutenant if the immediate supervisor is unavailable.
What must the supervisor check for in the DOA?
Sufficient justification for multiple charges, probable cause, and quality of the report.
What charges prevent the release of an arrestee to medical personnel?
- Crimes against an officer
- Domestic violence or DUI revoked license
- Violent crimes with significant injury
- Violent crimes involving a deadly weapon
- Sexual Assault
- Kidnapping
What is the role of the Transporting Officer in a Citizen Arrest?
Assist citizen in completing a handwritten Declaration of Citizen’s Arrest for misdemeanor arrests only.
What should a Detective do upon receiving felony and gross misdemeanor cases?
Review for completeness and prepare a Criminal Complaint Request Form for the DA.
What does the Records and Fingerprint Bureau do with the AR?
Transcribes AR and matches DOA, Booking Voucher, and AR for distribution.
What is the procedure if an arrest does not meet the necessary requirements?
Charges can be released by filing for NCF within 48 hours of the time of arrest.
Who reviews completed arrest reports for NCF?
Patrol Sergeant (or above), Detective or Detective Sergeant.
