Dept Authority goals and objectives

Question 1

What is the mission statement of the Lexington Police Department?

Answer 1

To continuously improve knowledge, skills, and abilities to provide efficient law enforcement.

Question 2

How is the value of developing leadership within the Lexington Police Department emphasized?

Answer 2

By providing an organizational climate that encourages learning opportunities for employees.

Question 3

How does the Lexington Police Department aim to increase efficiency?

Answer 3

Through the utilization of technology, human resources, diverse groups, and individuals.

Question 4

What does effective customer service mean for the Lexington Police Department?

Answer 4

Reflecting positive manner in addressing community needs and focusing on exemplary service.

Question 5

How does the Lexington Police Department encourage community partnerships?

Answer 5

Via outreach, creating positive relationships, and opportunities to benefit the community.

Question 6

What is required prior to assuming sworn status in the Lexington Police Department?

Answer 6

Taking and abiding by an oath of office and signing an agreement to abide by the Canon of Police Ethics.

Question 7

What are the requirements regarding official credentials for officers of the Lexington Police Department?

Answer 7

All officers must have their official credentials (badge and department-issued photo ID card) readily available.

Question 8

When must officers verbally furnish their names and display their badges according to the Lexington Police Department?

Answer 8

Whenever requested by a citizen, along with presenting their department-issued photo ID cards if additional identification is requested.

Question 9

What factors should officers base their actions on when using discretion?

Answer 9

Training, experience, common sense, and requirements as set forth by law.

Question 10

What should officers prioritize in their actions according to the notes?

Answer 10

Consideration of public safety and protection of life and property.

Question 11

From where do department officers derive the authority to make arrests or issue citations?

Answer 11

Multiple sections of Kentucky Revised Statutes and RCO’s of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government.

Question 12

When is it required for officers to make arrests according to the notes?

Answer 12

When required by KRS (Kentucky Revised Statutes).

Question 13

What are examples of alternatives to arrest that officers may exercise?

Answer 13

Issuance of a warning, citation, or procurement of a warrant or summons.

Question 14

What should officers do if the probable cause for arrest disappears?

Answer 14

Contact a supervisor immediately to coordinate the release of the arrested person.

Question 15

What must civilian employees do when citizens request to view their department-issued photo ID cards?

Answer 15

Civilian employees must accommodate the requests from citizens.

Question 16

When should civilian employees and volunteers have their department-issued photo ID cards available?

Answer 16

They are required to have their ID cards readily available during normal working hours.

Question 17

What identification information should officers, civilian employees, and volunteers provide over the telephone in an official capacity?

Answer 17

Verbal identification including name, employee number, and assignment.

Question 18

What are officers, civilian employees, and volunteers prohibited from doing regarding their official credentials?

Answer 18

They are prohibited from lending or giving their official credentials to unauthorized persons.

Question 19

What are officers prohibited from doing with their official position or credentials?

Answer 19

They are prohibited from using their position for personal gain or interfering with private business.

Question 20

In connection with testimonials or advertisements, when can officers, employees, and volunteers use their official titles, names, or photographs?

Answer 20

Only with the approval of the Chief of Police.

Question 21

As per the LFUCG Code of Ordinances, what knowledge should police force members acquire?

Answer 21

A general knowledge of criminal laws, ordinances, and regulations.

Question 22

What are the duties of each member of the police force according to the LFUCG Code of Ordinances?

Answer 22

To prevent offenses, enforce laws, observe good order, and secure inhabitants.

Question 23

What are police force members authorized to carry according to the LFUCG Code of Ordinances?

Answer 23

Concealed deadly weapons on or about their persons at all times.

Question 24

What must officers and safety officers ensure in enforcing state laws and local ordinances?

Answer 24

Fairness and impartiality in their performance.

Question 25

What is the purpose of the policy mentioned in the notes?

Answer 25

To ensure awareness of expected actions and attitudes, provide public standards, and define department values.

Question 26

When are goals and objectives for the Lexington Police Department issued annually?

Answer 26

During the first quarter of each year.

Question 27

What does a goal typically require in terms of time span and measurability?

Answer 27

A goal usually requires a relatively long time span to achieve and should be measurable.

Question 28

What is the responsibility of Assistant Chiefs in relation to the department’s goals and objectives?

Answer 28

To ensure that all employees under their command are informed of the goals and objectives.

Question 29

When should Assistant Chiefs submit a written evaluation of progress towards department goals?

Answer 29

During the first quarter of each year.