Disciplinary Action

Question 1

(T/F) A Complaint acknowledgement form (52A-1) will only be completed by Internal Affairs prior to the initiation of an internal investigation.

Answer 1

False.
A complaint acknowledgement form will only be completed by the complainant whenever a 52-A is generated
52.2.2

Question 2

(T/F) The FCSO will investigate all complaints, alleged or suspected, either signed or anonymous, that are made against the Sheriff’s Office or its employees.

Answer 2

True.

52.2.1.B

Question 3

Complaints of brutality against sworn personnel must be notarized and filed within ___ days of the incident in accordance with the LEOBR.

Answer 3

90

52.1.7.B.1

Question 4

If during the investigation of an internal affairs complaint, other misconduct is uncovered which was no reported in the initial complain, it will ___.

Answer 4

Also be investigated, reported upon and adjudicated.

52.3.2.A.5

Question 5

(T/F)When a complaint is made against a probationary Deputy, a supervisor MUST read the Deputy the LEOBR before questioning.

Answer 5

False

52.1.7.B

Question 6

(T/F) A Sergeant can issue a written reprimand to SWORN personnel if the level of conduct is of a continuing or pattern of misconduct

Answer 6

False
Division commander or above
Sgt can issue written reprimand to civilian personnel only
26.1.5.b.2.B

Question 7

In an official grievance, a supervisor has ___ days to attempt to resolve the grievance and respond in writing.

Answer 7

5 days

25.1.1.C.2.b

Question 8

What is the minimum rank that has the authority to impose an emergency suspension?

Answer 8

Sergeant
with pay pending review by higher authority
26.1.5.B.2

Question 9

Supervisors and managerial personnel shall act ____ upon observing and/or receiving a complaint of harassment.

Answer 9

Promptly and appropriately

26.1.10.F

Question 10

(T/F) The Sheriff’s decision on an aggrieved action taken by Sheriff’s Office supervisor may be appealed beyond the Sheriff

Answer 10

False

25.1.5.A.6