Dept. Procedure 7 Flashcards

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Up to how many Issuing officer’s names may be listed on the face of the citation for all infraction violations?

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Only one

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Any other officers present who may have witnessed the violation should be listed where on the citation?

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On the back of the pink copy.

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT(08/15/14)

If the witnessing officer is not the issuing officer, how would this be handled?

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The witness officer’s name will be placed below the name of the issuing officer on the front of the citation

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Prosecution by the City Attorney’s Office will reject the citation if the defendant’s address is listed as what?

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  1. Rescue mission
  2. Transient
  3. None
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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

If driver does not have his license on his person, confirmation of a CDL or Social Security number by communications is sufficient to validate his identification. True or False?

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False - Recited Information shall be listed in the narrative portion of the citation.

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

What section should be charged when suspects provide false information during a traffic related incident?

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Vehicle Code section 31

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

How many violations can be written on the citation before using a supplemental form for additional violations?

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Four violations

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

By circling the letter “I” to the right of the infraction, this will give the defendant what right?

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Right to arraignment by mail.

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

During any accident investigation, officers may issue citations for what type of violations?

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  1. Registration violations
  2. License violations
  3. Equipment violations
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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Owner responsibility citations are only to be issued in conjunction with an arrest, an accident investigation or other law enforcement action, such as a traffic stop, where contact is made with the driver. True or False?

A

TRUE

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

A suspect should not be released with a citation when he requires medical attention, or otherwise unable to care for his own safety. True or False?

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True

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

If a motorist refuses to sign the citation after a supervisor has been called, an arrest may be made. The person shall be taken directly to where?

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The closest magistrate.

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Citation accountability logs will be maintained by the commands for a period of how long?

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Three years

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Officers will normally be limited to checking out how many citation books at any one time?

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TWO

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Can a citation be used on juveniles for nontraffic misdemeanor offenses?

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No, a JCR must be used.

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Traffic warnings shall NOT be used for what?

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  1. Equipment violations
  2. Parking violations
  3. License or registration violations
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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

When requesting a notify warrant for DUI charges, is a DUI supplemental needed to be submitted with the notify warrant?

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Yes

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Adult notify warrant procedure for infractions has been suspended indefinitely. True or False?

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True

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

When requesting a notify warrant for a juvenile driver, is a citation also required for the traffic court?

A

YES - but the juvenile should not sign it or the appearance date be set. A JCR and Supplemental Report will be required when the violation involves DUI of alcohol and/or drugs. These reports serve in lieu of a juvenile citation.

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

DUI suspects must submit to a blood or breath test in compliance with the implied consent law. True or False?

A

True

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Officers MAY arrest any driver under 21 who has a BAC of how much?

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.05% or higher

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

If the BAC of the person is between .05 and .07, and the elements of DUI are NOTpresent, officers shall do what?

A

Issue a notice to appear charging 23140(a) VC. VC, an infraction, prior to release. Suspects will be cited into Misdemeanor Arraignment Department with a 12:30 p.m.
appearance time.

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

Chemical test number shall be recorded where on the citation?

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In the “property tag number” box on the face of the citation.

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7.01 – 7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

All persons under the age of 21 operating a vehicle must submit to a field breath test or have their driving privileges suspended for how long?

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One year

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

DUI minors who are not old enough to have a license will have their driving privileges delay for how long upon reaching the age of 16?

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One year

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

DUI driver under 21 who refuses to submit to a PAS test will have their driving privileges suspended or revoked for how long?

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One to three years

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

A minor driving with a BAC over .01%, the officer should do what?

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Issue a citation for 23136(a) VC

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

23154 (A) VC – makes it unlawful for a person who is on probation for DUI to operate a motor vehicle with a BAC of how much?

A

.01% or more

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7.01 – TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT (08/15/14)

23154(a) VC – this section supersedes 166 PC for violations of DUI probation and should be the only charge used when enforcing violation of DUI probation. True or false?

A

True

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Who will be responsible for investigating minor injury collisions, Misdemeanor hit-and-run collisions, and city property collisions?

A

Patrol

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

1180 collision is defined as a collision that results in an injury requiring hospitalization for how long?

A

More than 24 hours (for other than observation).

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Who investigates collisions involving federal, county, or city-owned vehicles?

A

Traffic units

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

When will fleet safety Sgt. notify the supervising claims representative at risk management?

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  1. Fatal/serious injury collisions. When expecting a claim will be filed against the city.
  2. Police pursuits resulting in injury collisions.
  3. Serious injury collisions involving City Equipment
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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Can property damage only reports be taken at area stations’ front counters?

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Will not

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Can minor injury collision (11-81) report be taken at front counters?

A

It is mandatory and shall be completed by the front counter officer regardless of where the collision occurred in the city.

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Amendments that alter the conclusions of the collision report, or significantly affect the parties involved, shall have the approval of whom?

A

Commanding officer of traffic division.

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

In police equipment collisions, officers shall notify dispatch of all police collisions as their first course of action, AFTER rendering any emergency aid. True or false?

A

True

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

In incidents involving officers intentionally driving / damaging a police or civilian vehicle, how should it be handled?

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Traffic division supervisor will respond to determine if CHP-555 or ARJIS-9 with RM-1555 and RM-1551 will be used.

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Vehicle damage report (RM-1551) is required within how many hours of city employees being involved in traffic collisions?

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Within 24 hours

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Supervisors’ accident report (CRM- 1555) should be completed within how long of the collision?

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Within 48 hours of the collision

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

When will Traffic investigative unit Sgt. and fleet safety Sgt. be notified when a collision occurred?

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  1. Fatality;
  2. Serious injury to officer/citizen;
  3. Felony prosecution is probable;
  4. Pursuit results in serious injury.
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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Collisions involving Metropolitan Transit Board System buses or the light rail trolley are not classify a city equipment accidents. True or false?

A

True

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

What is required for all police equipment and City Equipment collision investigations?

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Photographs

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Communications division personnel shall direct hit and run victims to where?

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The nearest area station

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

Can a hit-and- run report be taking over the telephone?

A

CANNOT

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

If a police vehicle is involved in a collision with a dog or cat, and there is no damage to the police vehicle, what type of report is taken?

A

ARJIS-9 is required

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

If a police vehicle is involved in a collision with a large animal, such as a horse or a cow, and there is damage to the vehicle, what type of report will be taken?

A

A traffic collision report is REQUIRED

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

How should bicycle accidents be handled if there is injury, which occurred on a roadway, sidewalk, or paved shoulder of the roadway?

A

Will be investigated and reported as a traffic collision.

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7.02 – TRAFFIC COLLISION INVESTIGATION (08/16/13)

All collisions occur on, or within how far, a State Highway intersection or freeway ramp are state highway-related traffic collisions?

A

Within 250 feet of

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Urine tests are no longer offered as one of the primary tests given to suspects arrested for DUI of alcohol. Blood and breath tests are the only options offered. When may Urine tests be used?

A

Urine tests may be used as a secondary test if the suspect requests it, but only after the Trombetta admonishment has been given and he/she has completed a breath test.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Drivers refusing to take a chemical test will have their driving privileges suspended by the DMV for how long?

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At least one year

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

What happens if a subject refuses to take either a blood or breath test?

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The IMPLIED CONSENT statement must be read to him.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

What law states that when any person who operates a motor vehicle is lawfully arrested for D.U.I., the driver has automatically agreed to submit to a chemical test upon request by a peace officer?

A

“IMPLIED CONSENT” Law

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Any suspect taking a medically prescribed anticoagulant or a suspect afflicted with hemophilia is exempt from taking a blood test, per 23612(a)(3) CVC. True or False?

A

TRUE

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

What is a Trombetta admonishment?

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After a breath test is completed, the prisoner shall be advised he may furnish either blood or urine sample for future analysis.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

A SW is required before law enforcement can administer nonconsensual forced blood testing except under exigent circumstances. Dissipation of alcohol (evidence) in the bloodstream qualifies for exigency.

A

FALSE - Simple dissipation of evidence is not sufficient exigency.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

In case of a hospital blood draw, blood will not be taken from a seriously injured suspect, except with the consent of the attending physician. True or false?

A

True

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If the suspect is unconscious or in the condition rendering incapable of refusal, can blood draw be administered from the subject?

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Test may be ministered.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Is it necessary for the officer to tell the person that he is under arrest before a blood sample is drawn?

A

NO

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If the blood draw is done at the hospital by hospital personnel, the blood should be collected in what color top file?

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Grey

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If the hospital staff refuses to cooperate with an officer’s request for a blood draw, the officer should do what?

A

Contact Watch Commander, who will arrange for a licensed contract phlebotomist to respond to the hospital to conduct the blood draw.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If a hospitalized subject insists on a breath test and refuses a blood test, does that equate to a refusal to comply with a test?

A

Yes

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

When will a suspect be exempt from taking a blood test?

A

If the suspect is taking a medically prescribed anticoagulant or a suspect afflicted with hemophilia.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If a police supervisor cannot be present during a forced blood draw, can officers proceed with the blood draw?

A

SHALL NOT

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Second Void urine sample should not be collected sooner than how long?

A

20 minutes

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Urine tests are no longer offered as one of the primary tests given to suspects arrested for D.U.I. of alcohol. True or False?

A

True

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Minors (under 21) and juveniles (under 18) will be treated as adults when chemical testing of blood, breath, or urine is conducted in connection with DUI. True or False?

A

True

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If the subject requests an independent test, the officer must make a reasonable effort to comply with the request. True or False?

A

True

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If chemical test is given within 3 hours of driving, and the results are .05% or more but less than .08%, what can be presumed?

A

No presumption is established but other evidence may be presented to determine whether the person was DUI at the time the alleged offense.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If the chemical test is given within three hours of driving, and results are less than .05%, what can be presumed?

A

It shall be presumed the person was not DUI at the time of the offense.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

It is unlawful to operate a commercial motor vehicle with a what B.A.C.?

A

.04% or more.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Is it an infraction or misdemeanor for persons under 21 to drive with a blood alcohol level of .05% or more?

A

INFRACTION

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If the BAC of the person under 21 is more than .05% but less than .08% and there’s no elements of D.U.I., officers shall do what?

A

Issue a notice to appear charging 23140(a) CVC.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

What is “Zero Tolerance” law?

A

Minors with a BA.C. level over .01%

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Normally, subjects should be observed for how long prior to administering the PAS test

A

15 minutes

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Two P.A.S. tests should be performed. If the results vary by______or more, a third test should be performed.

A

.02% or more

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Minors with test results from _____ to ______ shall be issued a notice to appear charging 23136 (a) VC, an infraction.

A

.01% – .04%

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Blood and urine samples are seldom allowed in court as evidence. True or false?

A

True

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

If the subject takes a chemical test and the results are .08% or more, the suspension of drivers license will be for how long?

A

Four months, or one year for one or more prior DUI convictions within seven years.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Test results for blood and urine samples will normally be available within how long from the time of arrest?

A

1 to 2 weeks

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

Does Administrative Per Se law and “Implied Consent” law apply to out-of-state drivers?

A

There is no statutory authority for seizing an out-of-state driver’s license, or when the offender refuses to submit to a chemical test.

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7.03 – CHEMICAL TEST FOR D.U.I. (06/06/2014)

DUI suspects will have their drivers license confiscated, a temporary drivers license will be issued and it is valid for how long?

A

30 days from the date of arrest.

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7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

Felony speed contest states an illegal motor vehicles speed contest with injury to whom?

A

Injury to a person other than the driver.

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7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

Participating in an illegal speed contest or aiding and abetting an illegal speed contest is a misdemeanor or infraction?

A

Misdemeanor

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7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

What are the elements of exhibition of speed?

A
  1. Driving a vehicle on the highway
  2. Willfully engaging
  3. Accelerates/drives at an unsafe or dangerous speed
  4. Driver intended to show off or impress anyone
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7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

Reckless driving does NOT require a willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. True or False?

A

FALSE - It does REQUIRE.

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7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

Reckless driving does not require the intent to cause any damages. True or False?

A

True

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7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

Reckless driving is a misdemeanor. True or False?

A

True

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7.05 – ASSISTING STRANDED MOTORIST (05/17/2013)

Transportation to a call box (or telephone) SHALL be provided in inclement weather and during nighttime hours. True or False?

A

TRUE

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7.05 – ASSISTING STRANDED MOTORIST (05/17/2013)

Officers are to utilize appropriate child restraint seats when transporting children _______ and under, or children who weigh less than ___________.

A
  1. Eight

2. 80 pounds

91
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

What office shall adjudicate all parking citations?

A

The Office of the City Treasurer, Parking Administration.

92
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

Requests for avoiding moving or handwritten parking citations must be approved by whom?

A

A sergeant or above

93
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

Only who can void electronic parking citations?

A

Parking enforcement supervisors or the Issuing Officer.

94
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

Under what circumstances may a citation NOT be voided?

A

If the officer do not have all copies of the citation.

95
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

When a handwritten citation is terminated from further legal processing and used when all copies of the citation are not retained by the issuing agency, what type of request will be made?

A

DISMISSAL

96
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

Who are the only individuals authorized to void electronic parking citations.

A

Parking Enforcement Supervisors or the issuing officer. Citations may not be voided or reissued if the citizen retains the original citation.

97
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

Records division shall maintain a file of voided and dismissed citations for how long?

A

Two years

98
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

What letter identifies the San Diego Police Department as the issuing agency?

A

“S”

99
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

Trial by declarations are no longer conducted for parking citations. True or False?

A

True

100
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

By law, Issuing officers are not required to appear for any level of the appeal process. True or False?

A

TRUE - Trial by Declarations are no longer conducted
for parking citations; therefore, Department members are no longer required to place a division designator any place on the Parking Citation form.

101
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

How many violations may be placed on each parking citation form?

A

Only ONE violation

102
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

A maximum of how many parking citations per vehicle per day, at any given location, may be issued?

A

Three

103
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

Vehicles parked in metered or signed zones may be issued multiple citations up to how many like citations per day?

A

A maximum of two like citations per day. The posted time limits shall dictate the frequency of the citations (i.e., vehicles parked in a two-hour zone may receive an additional citation after two hours)

104
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

Temporary “no parking” or “Tow Away” signs must be posted how long prior to any enforcement action can be taken?

A

24 hours

105
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

Disabled persons parking enforcement is the primary responsibility of what unit?

A

Parking Enforcement Unit

106
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

Car2go vehicles may park at parking meters without paying the parking meter fee. True or False?

A

True

107
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

No person shall leave standing any inoperable vehicle on any street for more than how many consecutive hours?

A

Four hours

108
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

When issuing parking citation to a vehicle with a dealer plates, write or enter which plate number?

A

The dealer plate number

109
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Vehicles removed from private property at the request of the property owner will require a vehicle impound report. True or False?

A

False, it is not a police tow; therefore, an ARJIS-11 report is not required.

110
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

All police tows require a San Diego regional vehicle report (ARJIS-11). True or False?

A

True

111
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)
All vehicle impound response time is 30 minutes; Except for beat 235 (Rancho San Pascual), which has a ________ response time.

A

50 minutes

112
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

What are the vehicle appraisal value increments?

A
  1. $0-$300
  2. $301-$4000
  3. Over $4000
113
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

If items of value within the vehicle are too numerous to be listed on the vehicle report, the officer will do what?

A

Attach an ARJIS-9 or ARJIS-4 detailing the property

114
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

An Inventory will not be conducted at the time the vehicle is being towed as evidence. True or False?

A

True, The responsible investigator will conduct the inventory.

115
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

When a vehicle is impounded as evidence, police impound desk shall mail or personally deliver the notice of a stored vehicle to the owner within how long?

A

48 hours

116
Q

77.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

What is the current drop fee?

A

$12

117
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Officers do not need to place a “treasurer hold” on the vehicle report to indicate cost recovery. True or False?

A

True

118
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

How many storage authority may be used per impound?

A

Only one

119
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Tow Administration unit is required to conduct post storage impound hearing within how long of a request by the vehicle owner?

A

Within 48 hours

120
Q
  1. 08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

14602. 8 VC authorizes vehicle impounds for DUI arrests when the person is found to have a BAC level of how much?

A

.1% or the person refuses a chemical test.

121
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Vehicles are considered unattended on freeway if left standing for more than how many hours?

A

Four hours

122
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

A vehicle on a highway or public lands may be impounded if it has how many parking citations?

A

Five or more outstanding parking citations issued and at least 30 calendar days have passed since the Issuance of the fifth qualifying citation.

123
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

A vehicle on a highway with five or more outstanding parking citations may be exempt from being impounded when it is:

A

In a rented status.

124
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

What unit has the primary responsibility for processing vehicles parked in violation of 72-hour ordinance?

A

Traffic division’s abandoned vehicle abatement unit

125
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Hit and run vehicle may be impounded and held for how long before it must be released upon demand of the owner?

A

48 hours (weekends and holidays not included).

126
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Officers shall prepare what reports for vehicles involved in a pursuit and abandoned?

A
  1. Vehicle impound reports

2. ARJIS-9

127
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Who’s responsibility for notifying the investigative unit when a vehicle is impounded for evidence?

A

The impounding officer.

128
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

When a driver is cited/arrested for speed contest, can officers impound the vehicle and place a 30-day hold on it?

A

Yes

129
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

When may a 30-day hold be reduced for vehicles that were engaged in speed contests?

A

During a post storage hearing.

130
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

A tow company will not release a vehicle with expired registration without whose approval?

A

The impounding agency

131
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

The tow company must produce a tow rate within ______ of a request by law enforcement, Atty. Gen., Dist. Atty., or a city attorney.

A

24 hours

132
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Private tow company must immediately and unconditionally release the vehicle upon request of owner if the vehicle has not been removed from private property and in transit. True or False?

A

True

133
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Tow operators are allowed to charge _________ for drop charges if the vehicle has not been removed from private property.

A

No more than one half of the regular towing charge.

134
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Towing company or vehicle storage operators must accept all valid major credit cards as a form of payment. True or False?

A

True (except for credit cards issued by a retail seller).

135
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Written authorization from property owners is not necessary for a residential rental property of _________ with no on-site management.

A

15 or fewer units. A tenant may authorize a tow from the tenants assigned parking space.

136
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

When must a tow company notify local law-enforcement after Impounding a vehicle?

A

Within 60 minutes of removing a vehicle from private property, or within 15 minutes after arriving at the storage facility, whichever time is less

137
Q

7.08 – VEHICLE IMPOUNDS (01/13/2012)

Who handles all investigations relating to Predatory Tow enforcement?

A

The area command where the violation occurred.

138
Q

7.09 – DIGNITARY PROTECTION

The duty of coordinating protective details for visiting dignitaries falls within which unit?

A

Criminal Intelligence Unit

139
Q

7.09 – DIGNITARY PROTECTION

Information of a threat that targets a visiting private citizen or celebrity will be forwarded to which unit?

A

The appropriate area command or investigative unit for follow-up.

140
Q

7.09 – DIGNITARY PROTECTION

The formation of any motorcade involving a motors escort must be approved through whom?

A

CIU Commanding Officer.

141
Q

7.10 – TRIAL BY WRITTEN DECLARATION (05/02/2014)

Defendants may elect to have a trial by written declaration on alleged infractions, unless the offense involves:

A

Alcohol or drugs

142
Q

7.10 – TRIAL BY WRITTEN DECLARATION (05/02/2014)

The issuing officer has how many days to return the written trial by declaration to the court?

A

Within 10 days of being received.

143
Q

7.10 – TRIAL BY WRITTEN DECLARATION (05/02/2014)

A request for a copy of the speed survey and data sheet must be made to the Kearny Mesa Court Liaison at least how many days in advance?

A

At least five days

144
Q

7.11 – CORONADO BRIDGE (09/15/2011)

Who has full responsibility and primary jurisdiction on the San Diego – Coronado Bay bridge?

A

The California Highway Patrol (CHP)

145
Q

7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

Because most parking lots are not publicly maintained, an exhibition of speed must be on a street or highway, not a parking lot. True or False?

A

TRUE

146
Q

7.04 –ILLEGAL STREET RACING (02/27/2015)

An event in which the time to cover a prescribed route of more than 20 miles is measured, but where the vehicle does not exceed the speed limit, is still considered a speed contest. True or False?

A

FALSE - where the vehicle does not exceed the speed limit, is not a speed contest.

147
Q

7.06 – VOIDING/DISMISSING CITATIONS (09/01/2015)

A Citation Void/Dismissal form (PD-484) should be completed for any lost citations(s) or portions of a citation. True or False?

A

FALSE - it MUST be completed. An ARJIS-9 report shall be prepared including the missing citation number(s), a brief explanation of the circumstances, and the date of loss.

148
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

Official vehicles displaying “exempt” license plates are also permitted to park longer than the time limit posted on meters and posted time-restricted zones, such as 15-minute or 2-hour zones.

A

This exemption does not apply to commercial loading
zones, red zones, bus stops, taxi stands, and passenger (white) zones that are otherwise reserved for special types of vehicles or specific activities. All other violations are subject to citation.

149
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

Can PediCabs be cited for parking violations?

A

The San Diego Municipal Code provides authority to cite pedicabs for parking violations. As a result, pedicab owners or operators are subject to the same rights and responsibilities related to motor vehicle parking violations.

150
Q

7.07 – PARKING ENFORCEMENT (08/16/2013)

The LIC# and VIN# boxes on the parking citation should list what number to identify the pedicab?

A

The five digit pedicab identification number located on the rear of the pedicab or stamped on the frame near the seat tube or trailer draw bar