G.O. Questions Flashcards
What is written on a citation to indicate a subject did not have warrants?
LINK/NCIC: Negative
True/False:
You should note that a subject did/did not have warrants on electronic case report?
True
Who should an officer notify about completed arrest reports?
First Line Supervisor
List the NCIC/LINK Sensitive reports
Missing Persons
Auto Theft
Firearm Theft
Vehicle Registration/ Sticker Theft
Where does an officer forward a LINK/NCIC Sensitive report to?
Report’s Desk
Who does the Report’s Desk notify if there is an error in report submission?
Reporting officer and or their supervisor
If an officer needs to review a closed or archived case, what is the procedure for logging the report out?
Officer shall make a written request to his Bureau AC or section commander, bureau AC then ensures case is logged out with Central Records and returned in timely manner
This is a Division of Accounting form forwarded by the fiscal officer to appropriate bureau inventory control coordinator listing the new fixed asset inventory numbers with inventory tags attached
INV .014 New Inventory Item Form
Documents the transfer of a fixed asset from one bureau to another or one division or government to another
FA9 Form: LFUCG Fixed Asset Inventory Transfer and Equipment Retirement Form
Who do all completed FA9 Forms get electronically forwarded to?
Fiscal Officer
Serves as the department’s inventory control coordinator and is accountable for inventorying fixed assets $5,000 or more
Fiscal Officer
Responsible for inventorying items valued at $1,000-$4,999.99
Bureau Inventory Control Coordinators
Who is provided with a current inventory of all items valued at $5,000 or more?
Division of Accounting
Whose responsibility is it to provide the Chief or XO with current inventory of $1,000-$4,999.99?
Fiscal Officer
Who assigns someone as Bureau Inventory Control Coordinator?
Bureau AC
Who is responsible to maintain asset records, readiness, and submit inventory records to fiscal officer when requested?
Bureau Inventory Control Coordinator
Responsible for whereabouts of fixed assets in their bureaus valued $5,000 or more and for assets between $1,000 and $4,999.99?
Bureau AC’s
Who provides input on necessity to retain radios, radars, and vehicle equipment?
TSU Supervisor
Who provides input on necessity to retain old computer and printer equipment?
CIS Supervisor
Who issues official credentials?
BOA AC
Procedure for officer reporting lost, damaged, or stolen department property?
Notify supervisor immediately, supervisor is responsible for getting a case report if needed, health and safety, or contacting BOA for replacement
Who is responsible for willful or negligent loss or damage to issued department equipment?
Reimbursed by the employee
What teams can be activated by Chief in the event of a critical incident?
Investigative team: KSP CIRT or Criminal Investigations Commander
PIU
POST
Who is responsible for scene control and evidence preservation until uninvolved officer arrives and assumes control of scene after critical incident?
The involved officer
Who becomes ultimately responsible for critical incident scenes?
First supervisor on scene
Who is not permitted to be in critical incident scene?
Private attorneys
Media/Public
Outside of LPD, who is permitted to have full access to critical incident scene? (1)
Coroner’s Office if applicable
Who determines whether an officer or CIRT conducts the initial crime report after critical incident?
Personal Crimes Section LT
If CIRT completes the crime report after critical incident, what are the involved officers mandated to do and who do they forward it to?
Complete a memo, forward it to Personal Crimes LT
If LPD officer completed a report post critical incident, what is each officer mandated to do?
Complete a supplement in KYOPS, transmit as normal
TRUE/FALSE:
Uniforms and weapons used can be collected on scene post critical incident but will be replaced as soon as possible?
TRUE
What level administrative assignment is an officer involved in critical incident resulting in SPI/death placed on?
Level 1 admin assignment
What check list shall a supervisor utilize during a critical incident?
Post-Shooting and Critical Incident Investigative Checklist (Form #583)
Where do you forward a completed Form 583 to?
Personal Crimes LT and PIU
Who collects and officer’s BWC post critical incident?
Initial supervisor on scene or Personal Crimes LT
What do you do if you have multiple officers involved in a critical incident?
Separate them before questioning
Who shall you wait for to discuss the critical incident in detail?
Employee’s representative
What are the 10 public safety questions?
a. Are you injured?
b. If you know of anyone who was injured, what is their location?
c. In what direction did you fire your weapon?
d. In any suspects are at large, what are their descriptions?
e. What is their direction of travel?
f. How long ago did they flee?
g. What are the charges?
h. With what weapons are they armed?
i. Does any evidence need to be preserved and if so where is it located?
j. Did you observe any witnesses? If so, where are they?
Can you ask any questions outside of the public safety questions?
NO
What should you do immediately after asking the 10 public safety questions?
Direct officer to turn off BWC and take initial custody of BWC
Who remains with the critical incident involved employee to ensure they are evaluated by EC or taken to the hospital?
Support Supervisor
What is the support supervisor responsible to do if a critical incident involved employee is taken to a hospital?
a. Accompany the involved employee during transport by EC. If this is not possible, the supervisor will meet the employee at the hospital.
b. If the officer utilized a weapon during the incident, the supervisor will instruct the officer to keep their weapon holstered. The supervisor will collect and secure the officer’s duty belt, including weapons, before the officer is transported by EC. The supervisor is responsible to ensure custody of the duty belt and weapons is transferred to KSP CIRT, upon their arrival.
c. Have the officer(s) refrain from washing their hands, unless they are contaminated with blood or bodily fluids. If contaminated, have EC decontaminate but make attempts to preserve evidence on clothing and hands.
d. Assist the employee in contacting their family and friends.
e. Assign an uninvolved officer to remain with the involved employee(s) until a POST member arrives at the hospital.
f. Notify the FOP President or designee and the Police Officer Support Team (POST).
g. Preserve evidence at the hospital.
h. Ensure Risk Management Services Company (RMSC) and the Kentucky Division of Occupational Safety and Health Compliance (KY OSH) are notified, when applicable.
i. Ensure post-critical incident testing is conducted, per CAO Policy 7 Revised Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy, following the attached Critical Incident Notifications and Post-Critical Incident Testing Instructions.
j. Explain to the employee that a brief incident statement will be required prior to the end of the shift and will be done after the employee has been provided an opportunity to consult with their attorney.
What is the support supervisor’s responsibilities if an employee involved in critical incident is not transported to the hospital?
a. Transport the employee, in the supervisor’s front passenger seat, to the Victim Advocates conference room on the third floor of police headquarters.
b. If the officer utilized a weapon during the incident, the supervisor will instruct the officer to keep their weapon holstered. Upon arrival at headquarters, the supervisor will collect and secure the officer’s duty belt including weapons. The supervisor is responsible to ensure custody of the duty belt and weapons is transferred to KSP CIRT, upon their arrival.
c. Have the officer(s) refrain from washing their hands, unless they are contaminated with blood or bodily fluids. If contaminated, have EC decontaminate but make attempts to preserve evidence on clothing and hands.
d. Assist the employee in contacting their family and friends.
e. Assign an uninvolved officer to remain with the involved employee(s) until a POST member arrives at police headquarters.
f. Notify the FOP President or designee and the Police Officer Support Team (POST).
g. Ensure Risk Management Services Company (RMSC) and the Kentucky Division of Occupational Safety and Health Compliance (KY OSH) are notified, when applicable.
h. Refer to the Critical Incident Notifications and Post-Critical Incident Testing Instructions.
i. Ensure post-critical incident testing is conducted, per CAO Policy 7 Revised Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Policy, following the attached Critical Incident Notifications and Post-Critical Incident Testing Instructions.
j. Explain to the employee that a brief incident statement will be required prior to the end of the shift and will be done after the employee has been provided an opportunity to consult with their attorney.
What does the remaining uninvolved supervisors do while remaining on scene post-critical incident after initial check lists have been done?
Direct all officers to turn off their BWCs then:
a. Direct uninvolved officers to provide for the physical care of the injured subject(s) until emergency medical care arrives. Search for weapons on the injured subject(s) and secure them for FSU.
b. If the subject is deceased and not transported by an EC Unit, supervisors should take reasonable steps to shield the body from public and media view while attempting to maintain the integrity of the scene.
c. Ensure the scene and scene perimeter are secured, to include the securing of any property belonging to the involved employee.
d. Preserve evidence threatened by the environment or crowd.
e. Assign officers to establish a Crime Scene Entry Log (Form #114). Whenever possible, utilize officers not involved in the critical incident.
f. Assign officers to locate and record the names of witnesses. Ensure witnesses are kept separate until Personal Crimes Section detectives or KSP CIRT arrives. Officers should ensure their body-worn cameras (BWCs) are activated during initial contact with potential witnesses to ensure any statements given are preserved.
g. Ensure the following notifications are made.
h. Command Notification, which will ensure the Public Integrity Unit is notified.
i. The Personal Crimes Section lieutenant, who will notify KSP CIRT.
Where do all media inquiries get directed about critical incidents?
Lead investigative agency’s PIO
True or False: All employees have an affirmative duty and responsibility to intervene if they observe another employee or public safety official violating law or policy?
True (Duty to Intervene)
Who do duty to intervene violations get reported to?
Any supervisor
KRS that covers Duty to Intervene reporting
KRS 15.520
What are the initial duties of a supervisor after a duty to intervene complaint has been made?
Instruct officers to complete appropriate documentation
Conduct preliminary investigation
Forward all documentation promptly up the chain to bureau AC then they forward to PIU
True/False: Officers should not use de-escalation techniques and other alternatives to higher levels of force whenever possible and appropriate?
FALSE
True/False: Officers shall allow an individual time to submit to verbal commands before force is used if appropriate and possible?
TRUE
What should not be jeopardized when making the determination to use force?
Safety
Preservation of evidence
Escape
Commission of more crimes
What may officers use force for? (3)
Protect officer or others from immediate harm
Restrain or subdue individual who is actively resisting or evading arrest, or to bring an unlawful situation safely and effectively under control
What laws cover appropriate use of force?
Graham v. Connor
KRS 503, 520
What does the use of force review committee take into account?
Crime at issue
whether the suspect posed an immediate threat to safety of officers or others
whether they are actively resisting arrest or attempting to evade
Who designed the resistant control continuum?
PPCT
Levels of resistance
Psychological Intimidation Verbal Non-Compliance Passive Resistance Defensive Resistance Active Aggression
Deadly Force Assaults
Levels of Control
Officer Presence
Verbal Direction
Soft Empty Hand Control Hard Empty Hand Control Intermediate/Less Lethal Weapons
Deadly Force
What areas should an officer not strike or deploy to with a less-lethal weapon unless deadly physical force would be objectively reasonable?
head, neck, spine, chest cavity, groin, kidney region, and coccyx
What should officers consider prior to using a taser?
if the suspect is posing a current threat to officers or others, severity and violence of the crime, and history of violent behavior
Variables to consider prior to Taser use:
Number of suspects vs officers involved, size age and physical condition of suspect, known or perceived physical abilities of suspect, use of alcohol or drugs, mental state based on actions, availability and proximity to weapons, environment and weather, injury of officer or prolonged duration, officer on ground or unfavorable position
Preferred target area when deploying a taser?
Back or below the solar plexus on front of body
After how many cycles would a taser be deemed “ineffective”?
3
When do policy restrictions not apply to taser usage?
when there is active aggression or deadly force assaults being used,
using another weapon would create risk of death or SPI,
benefit of using device outweighs the risks and concerns listed in policy
When should an officer not use a taser?
when in proximity of flammable liquids or any other combustible materials,
handcuffed persons unless special circumstances are present, subject is in location where they could drown,
in control of motor vehicle or readily movable vehicle,
when dead weight only,
prevent ingestion of contraband,
obviously pregnant, elderly, young children, or visibly frail,
reasonable belief that subject may fall resulting in death or SPI,
only charge is Fleeing or Evading
Supervisor’s duties on scene after taser deployment?
Receive notification, respond to scene, take photos of probe placement, book in cartridges if subject displayed unusual reaction
Reporting requirements for supervisor after taser deployment:
Upload taser data, attach data report to Blueteam forward
Standards laid out in Hill v Miracle? (Medical use of force case)
a. Was the person experiencing a medical emergency that rendered them incapable of making a rational decision under circumstances that posed an immediate threat of serious harm to themselves or others?
b. Was some degree of force reasonably necessary to ameliorate the immediate threat?
c. Was the force used more than reasonably necessary under the circumstances (i.e., was it excessive)?
Who shall an officer immediately notify after a use of force?
A Supervisor
Who responds to use of force scene if a firearm is discharged or if it results in SPI/death?
Supervisor and LT
What are the responsibilities of a supervisor responding to a use of force scene?
a. Ensuring that an EC Unit responds to the scene to assess, treat, and/or transport any subject who is injured or who complains of injury.
b. Ensuring prompt notification of the Patrol Duty Commander or designee
c. Ensuring sufficient numbers of officers respond to protect and to investigate the scene.
d. Ensuring that photographs are taken of any injuries or, based on the circumstances, ensuring that photographs are taken to document the lack of visible injuries.
e. Ensuring that all required electronic case reports, uniform citations, and other reports are completed, including in those situations in which the involved officer is unable to complete a report.
f. Completing and forwarding a BlueTeam report and related photographs.
Who photographs any scenes involving death/SPI?
FSU
True/False: Minor scrapes or bruises can be photographed by supervisor utilizing a digital camera and uploaded?
TRUE
What requires a BlueTeam to be completed?
pointing of firearm,
discharge of firearm,
injures suspect or claim of
injury by suspect,
strikes with or uses impact weapon,
strikes a blow or exerts
control that is likely to result in injury,
belief that one will be beneficial at a later date,
utilizes OC or other chemical agent,
uses a CEW to deliver a contact exposure,
discharges or uses any less-lethal weapon or intermediate,
uses the WRAP.
Officer actions result in death
True/False: a BlueTeam shall be completed if there is an accidental discharge of a firearm?
TRUE
True/False: You do not have to document accidental use of less lethal or intermediate weapons not toward or on anyone?
FALSE
Who forwards completed BlueTeams to PIU?
Bureau AC
What shall officers receive training on at least annually? (5)
The Resistance Control Continuum
The proper application of force with the firearms and other weapons commonly available to officers
Laws, policies and procedures which govern the use of force
Unauthorized response to resistance
Duty to intervene
Who has primary responsibility for protecting crime scene until relieved by supervisor or FSU?
First arriving officer
When can biological evidence be destroyed prior to trial?
It has been in custody for 50 years; or
It has been in custody for 10 years; and
The prosecution has determined the defendant will not be tried; and
The prosecution has made a motion to destroy the evidence.
When can biological evidence be destroyed after trial?
The defendant was found guilty, pled guilty, or entered an Alford Plea; or
The court has ordered the destruction of the evidence; or
The trial resulted in the defendant being found not guilty or the charges were dismissed with jeopardy attached and the court ordered the destruction of the evidence.
What age should a developmental disability originate before?
22
A group of disorders characterized by limited or diminished intellectual functioning and difficulty with adaptive behaviors
Intellectual disability
A long term disability attributable to a physical, mental, or combination of impairments in functional limitations in major life activities
Developmental Disability
What is an officer required to complete upon an encounter with a person with an intellectual or developmental disability?
CIT Report
Requirements of taking people with Intellectual or developmental into custody?
Shall contact supervisor
Do not remove any assistive devices from a person if possible
Request CIT trained officer to be present
Consult supervisor before proceeding with interrogation or interviews
Officer responsibilities when responding to a bomb threat in a public location
Don’t use emergency equipment, cell phone, or radio within 300 feet of suspected device location
Observe for suspicious persons or packages
Make contact with individual who received threat and gather more intel
Supervisor responsibilities for bomb threats at public locations
Set up incident command system
Notify support units when appropriate (HDU, LFD)
Procedures for searching a building with suspected explosive devices
For public locations, IC will contact responsible party of location to determine if a search is desired
Decision to search, evacuate or re-enter facility will be responsibility of property owner
Search public property with people that have exact knowledge of the location
What is the search procedure for bomb threats? (How to look and see if there is a bomb)
Methodical: Floor to waist
Waist to head
Head to ceiling
Above ceiling
What do you do if an explosive device is located during a search?
Contact HDU, remove search teams from area
Who has sole discretion on deployment of canine during a bomb threat?
K9 handler
Can an incident commander order evacuation of a public building?
Yes, if an actual or suspected bomb, explosive device, or suspicious package is located
What is an unattended package?
Item of unknown origin without suspicious circumstances?
Should HDU be requested to assist with an unattended package?
HDU callout is not required for just an unattended package
How big of a circumference should people be evacuated to?
300 feet in all directions
How big is the crime scene to be designated if an explosion occurs?
1.5 times the distance from blast to furthest visible evidence in all directions
Directions for suicide bombers (4)
Deadly force is authorized
Negotiation is not reasonable
No warning prior to use of deadly force
Target the suspect’s head
Procedure if suicide bomber surrenders
Don’t approach
Order suspect to remain standing, showing hands with palms facing up
Order them to remove any clothing covering the device
What is Tier 1 of a hate crime investigation?
Officer on scene will make initial determination with a supervisor that bias motivation is suspected
What is Tier 2 of a hate crime investigation?
The BOI Personal Crimes Section LT will supervise the investigation and will make the final determination on whether or not a hate crime has occurred
Are hate crimes a distinct crime?
No, they are the same crimes we deal with each day, only motivated by the offender’s bias
Is it still a hate crime if the victim did not belong to the group the suspect was targeting?
Yes, the hate crime lies within the motivation, not the victim’s actual beliefs, race, etc.
Who tracks hate groups?
Southern Poverty Law Center
Anti-Defamation League
FBI
What must a supervisor approve before documenting a hate crime?
The “Bias motivation exists” tab
What should an officer enter in the first line of a report for a hate crime?
“Suspected bias motivated crime” followed by “approved by (insert supervisor)”
What motivation should a hate crime reporting officer select in the initial report?
Unknown (motivation not known) even if bias motivation is readily apparent and personal crimes LT will change this
Do cleared hate crime reports still get assigned?
Yes, the personal crimes LT shall still assign all hate crime reports regardless of clearance
Can a canine be deployed as crowd control?
No, can only respond as back up when appropriate
What can be used to surround and control groups of nonviolent demonstrations or large-scale celebrations?
Mounted unit horses
What should be given prior to use of impact projectiles when reasonably possible?
Loud, verbal warning(s)
True/False:
A high volume OC delivery may be used when approved by the IC?
TRUE
When can chemical munitions be deployed and who can deploy them?
Only in a defensive manner and only by ERU
What shall be completed by an involved officers chain of command if force is used or a complaint received during a protest/celebration?
Response to Resistance report/complaint report
Procedure for mass arrests:
Shall be handled by designated arrest teams
Holding area established for prisoners prior to transport
Photos and videos shall be taken of prisoner and officer prior to transport
Who designates the incident commander for civil disturbances?
Chief of Police
Procedure for disturbances at a correctional facility?
Duty commander will respond to request for assistance and assess the situation
If police response is needed, ERU will be activated
Perimeter security will be provided and command staff will be requested to respond
For Blackburn, we will only maintain a perimeter as we do not have jurisdiction on the property
Procedures for officer response to spontaneous civil disturbance
First officer on scene will observe and notify E911 if there is potential for violence
Provide sitrep for the environment
Request supervisor and necessary backup
Instruct crowd to leave if it doesn’t pose unnecessary risk
ID crowd leaders and those violating law
Procedures for supervisor responding to spontaneous civil disturbance
Act as the IC
Deploy officers to vantage points to report on the crowd
Ensure officers are wearing appropriate crowd management equipment
Establish perimeter sufficient to contain disturbance and prohibit entrance into area
Establish command post
Provide continuous updates to e911
Duties of IC during spontaneous civil disturbance
Provide security for fire and EMS during their duties if requested
Ensure support and relief employees are available
Establish secure staging area for emergency equipment and responders
Liaison and staging area for media
Maintain and IC event log
Ensure photos and videos are taken of event
Photographs are taken of injuries to officers or the public
Determine full mobilization of sworn officers and recall of off-duty officers
What is the process for warning crowds of the intent to disperse them?
First warning given includes offenses being committed, and order to disperse and designated dispersal routes
2nd and 3rd warning should be given prior to taking actions to disperse crowds
Who manages the overall function of the PIO?
Executive Officer
Where should all media inquiries be forwarded to?
PIO or Patrol Duty Commander
Who authorizes media releases regarding active threats?
Chief, XO, or other designee
Who is authorized to release department records?
Chief, PIO, or Open Records Request
True/False:
Officers may release information that is factual about police incidents to the limit of their personal observation and experience?
TRUE
Which unit’s cases should we not provide on-camera interviews to media about?
SVS
Are we allowed to wear sunglasses when interviewing people?
No
Who shall be contacted when an employee wishes to release information?
Supervisor, supervisor then contacts PIO
Who shall officers notify once media arrives to a scene?
A supervisor
Who manages the LEXIDME program?
PIO
Why should bank employees activate the hold up alarm during a robbery?
Get police here, prevent perpetrators re-entry if they’ve left scene, reduce crime scene contamination, ID witnesses
What procedures should responding officers follow when encountering armed robbery procedures?
Obtain relevant info, conduct perimeter checks, contact residents nearby if necessary
In what situations should officers instruct employees not to discuss the robbery amongst themselves?
Before statements are taken
What should e911 personnel do when contacting businesses in response to alarms?
Ask them to follow procedure - personnel should advise the rep to meet responding officer outside
When responding to residential alarms, how should officers conduct perimeter checks?
Systematically check perimeter for signs of criminal activity
How should officers respond to residential alarms to ensure safety for all involved?
In a prudent and safe way
What should financial institution reps do to make contact w/ responding officers?
Wear reflective orange band, meet officers outside
When should officers typically enter a shopping mall to respond to an atm alarm?
Ordinarily will need to enter location to observe atm
What should officers do when responding to atms inside a convenience store?
Observe from a safe distance until determining when to approach
First action officer should take upon arrival at a reported false alarm scene?
Contact e911
How should officers treat alarms triggered by human error/animals with regards to false alarms?
should be cleared as false
What documentation should be done if officers arrive at alarms scene with documentable evidence of criminal activity?
Take a NIBRS
Code for clearing alarm cancelled by e911 before arrival?
12U
Code for keyholder refusing to respond/not responding?
12R
What efforts should officers make upon finding a location unsecured?
Make every effort to secure location
Who serves as Alarm Administrator?
Chief’s designee
In terms of emergency response, how should officers go to Financial/business alarms?
No emergency equipment unless existent circumstances dictate so
When officers arrive to an alarm, what should they initially do?
Notify e911, provide brief assessment, observe from safe location, monitor for other accomplices outside location
What actions should backup units take upon arrival in the area of the alarm?
Coordinate location and actions with primary unit
Code for clearing alarm with no evidence of criminal activity?
12F
Code for clearing an alarm call with unsecured open doors and no evidence of criminal activity?
12F
What circumstances does LPD conduct strip searches?
When exigent circumstances required immediate actions to prevent physical harm to officers/other persons, or to prevent destructions of evidence - only in private WITH supervisor approval
When is a body cavity search performed?
Explicit supervisor approval and on basis of search warrant
Who can perform a body cavity search?
Authorized physician/medically trained personnel
What is considered contraband?
Any item illegal to possess
What does a strip search involve?
Visual inspection of skin surfaces after removing clothing
Under what circumstances can field strip searches be conducted?
Under exigent circumstances where physical harm may occur
What restrictions must be adhered to in field strip searches
Legal restrictions - private location, proper hygiene, gender considerations
Where can body cavity searches be conducted?
Licensed medical facility, detention facility, other authorized facility
What documentation must be completed by person performing body cavity search?
Report filed with LPD
Under what circumstances is the use of physical force to search a suspect’s mouth allowed?
Lawful arrest, search warrant, clear indication of seizable/hidden items in mouth, possible exigency for preservation of evidence/medical emergency
What documentation should a supervisor take when force is used to extract contraband from suspects mouth?
Critical Incident report
What should an officer do if a suspect has swallowed contraband that could be detrimental to their health?
Seek medical attention
What responsibility does PIU have in reference to searches?
Maintain a database as needed, prepare administrative reports
What steps in regards to BWC/recording should an officer take prior to conducting a strip search?
Video/audio record 360 degree view of location
What details must be included in the written report following a strip search?
Date, place, Officer name, individual searched, search details, items found, other officers present
When can the officer request a strip search of an arrestee at a detention facility?
Reasonable suspicion individual is concealing contraband
Under what circumstances can an officer witness a strip search at a detention facility?
When prisoner is of same gender/gender expression as officer
In regards to recording strip search, do we record audio or visual?
AUDIO ONLY
Who does the written report detailing strip search get forwarded to?
Chain of command -> PIU
What form is used for Missing Persons reports?
KSP 261
What is the time frame paper copies of Missing persons reports are to be filed to KSP?
Within 24 hrs
What procedures do the Reports Desk follow to validate NCIC records for missing persons?
Validate whether case active and info is accurate
What responsibilities does the assigned detective have in validating adult missing persons NCIC records?
Confirm case active and active info
In what situations should an adult missing person entry be removed from NCIC?
When unable to verify if the adult is missing/unable to locate reporting party
How should a detective document special circumstances related to adult missing persons in NCIC?
Supplement
What action should be taken if a detective is unable to contact the reporting party for a missing juvenile?
Document on supplement report stating attempts to contact failed
When should a juvenile missing person record be left active in NCIC despite validation challenges?
When state/federal legislation require the entry of missing juveniles
How should a detective handle missing juveniles in NCIC when unable to verify the record?
Supplement
Who assumes incident command during a fire dept response for search/rescue?
Fire incident commander
What steps does the duty commander take if a search for a missing person is initiated?
Manage dept response/resources, contact KSP for amber alerts, request e911 contact Emergency management, initiate incident notification procedures, notify PIO for missing person details, update all previously notified parties if missing person located
What type of rescues fall under confined space rescues?
Manhole trapped, ventilation system, construction excavation, similar circumstances
When are missing persons reports entered into NCIC in KY?
All up to 17, 18-20 -> if impaired, danger to self/others, catastrophe victim, 21+ -> impaired, danger to self others, caatstrophe victim, criminal activity suspected
What are the steps an officer must take when a missing person is classified into an elevated risk category?
Notify supervisor, complete missing person report, verify receipt of report, attempt to get picture of victim, request e911 broadcast atl
What does a golden alert signify?
Missing person with mental/cognitive impairment and/or developmental disorder
Circumstances that warrant placing person into elevated risk category (5)
Golden alert, green alert, amber alert, other special needs cases, any person believed to be in danger
In an elevated risk category, what info should that officer include in ATL
Name, age, height, weight, physical description, last known location, known direction of travel, mode of travel
Who has overall management/responsibility for search/rescue ops?
Lexington Fire dept
Confined space definition
Space with limited means for entry/exit, not designed for continuous occupancy
Definition of a mentally impaired person
Person with cognitive disabilities, mental health conditions, cognitive impairments
What does the term Search and Rescue entail?
Looking for lost/missing/overdue persons who may be in distress/providing care
What is the intended outcome of a Golden alert?
Safe recovery of impaired persons
In terms of human trafficking victims, what should officers ask victims in relation to where they live?
Address, phone number, schools attended
Who should the officer contact if human trafficking is suspected?
Supervisor
Who will lead the investigation on human trafficking?
Human trafficking detective
What should officers do if victim of trafficking is under 18?
Obtain minimal facts to support suspicion before contacting supervisor
How should officers address language barriers with victims?
Use official translator, not suspect/children
How should suspected child victims of human trafficking be treated?
Make every effort to provide them with appropriate services
What will be done if a child is suspected of prostitution?
Taken into protective custody and investigation will commence
Organization that focuses on providing support to human trafficking victims?
Catholic Charities of Lex
Name of transitional home for single women and women with minor children in Georgetown that are human trafficking victims?
Elizabeth’s Village
Organization that coordinates all agencies involved in the investigation of child abuse cases?
Children advocacy center of the bluegrass
Hotline that serves victims/survivors of human trafficking?
National Human trafficking hotline
Main focus of the Bakhita Empowerment initiative program?
Self-liberation of clients
What does the national center for missing/exploited children provide for families with missing children?
Crisis intervention and support
Primary goal of the Polaris project?
Eradicate modern slavery
Organization that offers recovery services on cases involving child sex trafficking
NCMEC’s child sex trafficking team
Services offered by Hope Center Recovery Program for Women?
Residential recovery program
Recognizable indicators of child sex trafficking?
Aggressive attitude, drug abuse, malnourishment, multiple phones, possessing cash/prepaid cards
Why multiple phones for trafficking victims?
Used to communicate traffickers, advertising, sex buyers
How should officers respond to child sex trafficking victims?
Ensure safety, provide basic needs, avoid handcuffing if safe, choose appropriate interview locations, have them interviewed by certified forensic interviewer
What should training related for human trafficking include for recruits
Characteristic, dynamics, state/fed laws, investigation methods, victim assistance resources
How often should officers receive refresher training related to human trafficking
Tri-annually
Different potential locations that human trafficking can be suspected
Online escort services, brothels, massage parlors, street prostitutes
What services does Natalie’s Sisters provide
Reach at-risk abuses and sexually abused women, extend hope and support, provide respite, relationship and referral help
What does refuge for women provide?
Specialized long-term care for women who have escaped human trafficking/sexual exploitation
How are warrants/criminal summons/court orders initiated?
Sworn officer filing sworn complaint/affadavit
What does an “emergency” mean in terms of Legal process
Serious crimes/risk of SPI, Substantial belief defendant will leave Fayette Co, Vehicular manslaughter/assault/death, alcohol/blood involved, physician refused to do blood sample, reasonable belief evidence will be destroyed/removed if not seized w/o delay, person currently ED’d/hospitalized
District court judge phone number during regular business hours
226-2247
If after-hours legal process needs, how do officers obtain approval?
Supervisor approval
What powers does a police officer possess when assisting another county in KY?
Same powers arrest as in the county where officer is serving
Procedure for accepting a prisoner from another county w/ a warrant?
Supervisor approval, rare occasion
When should ewarrants be updated after serving a criminal summons?
ASAP, but no later than the Officer’s end of tour of duty
Examples of searches w/o a warrant under exigent circumstances
Frisk during temporary detention, search incident to lawful arrest, search of movable vehicles based on PC, hot pursuit, protect life/health search, search to prevent evidence destruction
In terms of a search incident to a lawful arrest, what does it allow an officer to search?
Search entire person, and nearby area, for weapons/destructible evidence
In what situations can officer search passenger compartment of vehicle post-arrest?
Reasonable to believe vehicle contains evidence, with search warrant, or other exceptions
Special circumstances to search w/o warrant
Consent, impound/inventory
When can an officer search a vehicle w/o warrant? (3)
Terry frisk, pc of crime, consent
What documentation must exist before FCAO can initiate a criminal case?
Police report
How many days until reports are available/finalized?
Three days
What type/age of cases require criminal complaints to be taken by appointment?
Adult suspects
Where should a person go to complete a criminal complaint process against juvenile
CDW office
Subpoena duces tecum means what
Bring docs to court
Who is authorized to release dept documents?
Official custodian, Open records unit employees
If officer receives a subpoena duces tecum?
Submit request via chain of command for assistance from law dept
What should be noted on a criminal subpoena if it cannot be served 24 hrs prior to the court appearance
Officer duty status, whether they will be back to duty by court date
If Officer receives two conflicting subpoenas?
Contact PIU and Prosecutor involved
Who is authorized to apply for a warrant from Circuit court after hours
Duty commander
If time permits, who should be contacted when applying for warrant after hours
On call assistant commonwealth attorney
Where should search warrants be delivered if it cannot immediately be served?
Deliver to DC clerk
Who is responsible for serving criminal subpoenas to employees and ensuring return to Central Records
Shift or unit lieutenant, or their designee
What actions are required when confirming warrants not found in ewarrants?
Request e911 confirmation, print at jail
How can officers serve arrest warrants on individuals believed to be outside of Fayette?
Request Central records send a teletype to jurisdictions
If there is a disagreement on whether some case fits the “emergency” type (referring to search warrants/exigency)
Contact judge by phone, obtain permission for officer to discuss case with judge
When officer receives approval from DC clerk to take affidavit to judge location…
Notify e911 and dc clerk 97
What info MUST be on warrant application?
Name/sex/race/age (approximate)
Minimum things listed in narrative section on uniform citation when arresting for a warrant?
Issuing court, warrant #, offenses listed
Forms of discipline dept can do? (5)
Termination, demotion, decrease in pay/grade, suspension w/o pay, written reprimand
What is a formal complaint?
Document alleging misconduct sworn to under oath, notarized, and investigated by PIU
Different dispositions for formal complaints that are mentioned? (5)
Proper conduct, improper conduct, insufficient evidence, unfounded, policy failure
Time frame for completing a formal complaint?
60 days, with extensions possible
Who must be notified immediately after receiving a formal complaint?
COP
Documents included in notification to officer regarding a formal complaint?
Officers rights form, complaint copy, copy of policy, request for recorded interview
Purpose of Chief Discretionary Meeting?
Discuss invesigative file/recommended discipline to officer
If officer declines to respond to a discipline recommendation from chief?
Goes to review board
Who ultimately approves all discipline before imposed?
City council
How long does PIU retain all written discipline?
5 years after separation from service
Actions officer must take during suspension?
Turn in gun, badge, id, equipment, cannot wear police logo, no training, email/computer access revoked
What exceptions exist for the start of suspension exceeding 40 hours?
Military/disability leave or other extenuating circumstance where officer unavailable
How soon should a suspension exceeding 40 hours start after council’s approval?
Within 30 days
Standard needed to substantiate sexual harassment claims?
Preponderance of evidence
If an officer is suspended and is subpoenaed to court?
Must appear, must submit absence form to PIU immediately after suspension notification
Can disciplinary actions/complaints occurring more than 5 years after initial incident be used for subsequent discipline?
No, only within 5
What testing can dept order officer to do during suspension in relation to investigation?
Polygraph/medical test
Form to be completed when vehicle impounded?
209, electronic tow sheet submission form
If owner of stolen vehicle located and contacted, what documentation should be notated in supplement?
Date/time contact, whether vehicle released/towed
Auto Crimes unit responsibilities related to auto larceny recovery?
conduct additional investigation, clear case, assist in finding/notifying owner
What should officers do when covering foreign auto larceny outside FC?
Contact e911 to confirm status, complete report and notate foreign auto recovery
Who approves all vehicle holds?
Supervisor
Circumstances a vehicle can be impounded?
Ordered by court, pending forfeiture proceedings, involvement in serious criminal offenses, hit and run, cru, search warrant/evidence
Where should the impounding officer forward the record to?
P and E
Timeframe for temporary vehicle holds?
24-72 hours
What must be confirmed before towing a vehicle for unpaid parking tickets
3 or more unpaid citations, violation of current law
Procedure for vehicle inventories when owner is present at the time of towing?
Not needed if owner is present or legal user is present
What rights do owners have if they consent to a vehicle inventory upon request
Right to have representative present and limit to specific portions of the vehicle
When should notification to the vehicle’s owner be made after vehicle towed for parking enforcement?
10 days
Under what circumstances can an officer tow a vehicle in reference to an MA? (4)
Requested by driver, deemed a danger, evidence of crime, improperly parked
Who is responsible for removal of vehicle that is not subject to seizure/needed as evidence?
Prisoner
Form used to release temporary holds after processing?
309, email relevant parties
Time frame long-term holds be reviewed by central records reports desk?
More than 72 hours
Who should be contacted regarding vehicles on long-term hold for certain units? (3)
FSU section lieutenant, traffic lieutenant, Personal crimes lieutenant
If assigned unit has not completed investigation but needs more time?
Submit request via Chain of command for extension, include estimate release date
Responsibility of TSU supervisor regarding vehicle inventory? (vehicles on holds)
Weekly inventory of held vehicles to determine release
Form that must be completed and forwarded to the property and evidence unit when a vehicle is impounded?
263
Form to complete when a vehicle is likely to be impounded and forfeited?
Vehicle seizure storage report and vehicle inventory 543
Actions an officer should take in civil disputes involving vehicles?
Remain impartial, maintain calm, consider all sides avoid legal advice
When can an officer interfere in repossession?
Breach of peace by involved parties
Is lack of cooperation in a repo a crime?
No
If not guided by an involved prosecutor within 12 hours of conflicting court appearance, what should officer do?
Inform PIU court liaison of intent to appear at higher court
within 48 hours of a juveniles arrest, what must happen
Detention hearing must occur
Who is responsible for ensuring county attorney and commonwealth attorney are informed of officers inability to attend juvenile detention hearing?
Court liaison, or supervisor
Regarding unexcused absence in court, what should court liaison do?
Document and contact bureau assistant chief
What is required documentation for court related travel outside Fayette county?
Advanced approval with copy of subpoena and written request via chain of command
Court compensation is handled via
Current CBA
What is the court liaison’s job?
Intermediary between court/department
IF an officer cannot serve a subpoena with 24 hours?
Contact prosecutor for guidance
Why is extreme discretion essential when working with informants?
Must maintain professionalism and judgment, ensuring safety and effectiveness in operations
What procedures must informants go through before being used?
Criminal background check, and NCIC/local checks
Why do informants have to sign a Cooperating individual agreement?
To ensure all proper information provided is accurate and consistent with guidelines
What is required for meeting informants of opposite gender?
Two investigators
How does an informational source informant differ from other types of informants?
May not get any benefits
Who is in charge of auditing undercover funds?
Fiscal officer
What form must informants sign prior to being paid?
525
How are informant fees categorized? 2
Purchase of information (P/I) or purchase of services (P/S)
What level of expenditure requires approval of a supervisor?
$500
Who has access to keys of safe room where informant files are kept?
Supervisors, commanders, detective and intelligence officers
What must each informant file be assigned to distinguish them?
Informant number
What forms must be included in informant files? (3)
Cooperating individual agreement, information sheet, checklist
Are informants allowed to carry weapons?
No
What circumstances can informants used controlled substances?
Only if failing to do so endangers their life
What information should be contained in the confidential informant files?
Local criminal history, expense vouchers, meeting documentation, correspondence, unsatisfactory reports, evidence sheets, memos and case updates
How are undercover funds alloted to the assistant chief of the bureau of investigation?
By check, requested by memo through fiscal officer
What expenditures fall under the purchase of evidence classification?
Drugs, liquor, stolen property, gambling bets, etc
Expenditures from 501-1,000 dollars require this approval
Boi commander
Over $1,000 in expenditures require this person approval
Assistant chief of BOI
Who does audit of accounts relating to informants?
Police fiscal officer
What LFUCG Division can do unannounced audits?
LFUCG division of finance
When can requesters submit to attend leadership/management course
On Sgt list
How is the selection process for attendance at a leadership/management course determined if COP does not select someone specific?
Rank, seniority within rank
What does attending officer need to provide training section after completing leadership/management courses?
Documentation, complete part 2 of the training request form with detailed report
Who registers officers for courses?
Training section
Who can request remedial training? (4)
Supervisor, asst chief of assigned bureau, DRB, chief
How is the completion of remedial training documented?
Memo by Sgt of officer
Who notifies chief if an officer has deficiency that poses a risk?
Training section commander
When is remedial training scheduled, in terms of days, after requested?
Within 90 days of request at convenience of training section
What organizations receive recruit information when recruits graduate from Lexington academy?
KLEC, DOCJT
Test score required to pass in service class?
70
Who changes dress code for in service?
Training commander
Retention period for employee training records after separation of service?
5 years from separation
Who approves training lesson plans?
Training section
Who does the training commander report to?
BOA asst chief
Who bears legal liability if officer hurt at DOCJT training?
Lex pd
After completing instructor school, who must the certification be sent to?
KLEC
Who serves as the training committee chair?
Training section commander
What organization is recruit basic training organized from?
KLEC
What percentage can an officer be excused from in regards to in service?
20%
If absent from in service, what documentation required?
Absence form and sent to in-service supervisor
How often should the departments recruitment plan be reviewed?
3 years
What federal/state compliance guidelines should be covered in the recruitment process?
Equal employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Plan of LFUCG
Who is responsible for coordinating recruitment activities?
Training commander, through recruiting officer
What can Lexington not discriminate against based on EEOA?
Race, color, religion, sex, age
When should requests to attend outside agency training be submitted?
One month prior
Who must approve prior to scheduling/hosting/attending any outside training program?
Training section commander approval
Part 2 of the training request form must be completed in what time frame post training?
5 days
Responsibility of diversity recruitment committee?
Assist with outreach, education, partnership, strategy for diversity in recruiting
What department within LFUCG makes contact with police applicants during hiring process?
Human Resources
Who serves as an informational resource/contact for recruit applicants during the hiring process?
Training recruiting officer
In terms of special event planning, who is in charge of preparing a list of needed equipment?
boso protection detail coordinator
What considerations should be made for officers assigned to a protection detail?
Vehicles, soft armor, weapons
Responsibilities of the BOSO protection detail coordinator?
Prepar the plan, preparing officers, plan/recon
Who should explosive detection canine teams conduct advance inspections with
With hdu
What other details should protection details work with?
Secret service, fbi
What info should boso event coordinator determine when contacting special event organizers?
Type of police services, number of employees, necessity for meals, duration of assignment
Who can approve special event changes to the original plan?
BOSO event coordinator
Who approves/denies special event requests forwarded to the chief’s office?
BOSO asst chief
What document does the BOSO coordinator complete after a large scale event?
After action report 159 via Chain of command
What are some logistical requirements considered by the BOSO event coordinator?
Command post locations, coordination, staging area, specialized units, relief factor, crowd control needs
Command staff incident notification? (14)
Homicide/crime resulting in death, death/spi, pursuit resulting in death/spi, action by police resulting in death/spi, active shooter threat/actual, bomb, hostage/barricaded person, large crowd/demonstration involving special equipment, aircraft crash, loss of contact/crash of ASU, arrest of notable person(s), amber alert/golden alert, significant/unusual event impacting community, incident likely to result in highly public/media interest
Purpose of incident notification procedure?
Id situations requiring notification of key personnel/outline procedures
Who is in “chief staff”
Chief, asst chiefs, xo
Responsibility of patrol dc related to incident notification?
Initiate incident notification in specified situations and provide info to e911
Who manages/ensures updated command staff contact list for these incidents?
Chief of Police
Type of notications e911 sends out in incident notification procedures?
Automated via everbridge
When a command staff member receives incident notification, who needs to acknowledge it?
Immediate supervisor of patrol dc
A foot pursuit is…
Chasing a potential suspect on foot who is about to commit, is committing, or has committed a crime
Safety factors to keep in mind before initiating a foot pursuit?
Number of suspects, armed, seriousness of offense, threat to community, availability of assistance, ability to arrest later, environmental factors, familiarity with area, radio quality, able to affect arrest
When started, what should officer provide e911 via radio about a foot pursuit
Unit number, location, direction of travel, suspect description/name, armed, offense committed
Backup officer responsibilities in regards to foot pursuit?
Establish perimeter, assist with apprehension, contain suspect by coordinating with main officer
When should a bwc be activated in regards to a foot pursuit?
ASAP
Supervisor responsibilities during foot pursuit
Monitor, coordinate resources, request specialized units
Specialized units to be utilized during a foot pursuit?
Canine, air support, eru
If foot pursuit no longer practical, supervisor should focus on
Suspect containment
How long does a parent have to change their mind about giving up a baby?
30 days
If a parent changes their mind, what should the parent do about giving up their baby?
Contact cabinet for health and family services
Who is notified by hospital if a baby is to be given up?
Cabinet for health and family services
Where does a baby go once it is given up by the original parents?
Foster home
What action with the police dept. does the kchfs take during the 30 days of placement in a foster home?
Request assistance from police to make sure the baby is not a missing child
In terms of the Kentucky Safe Infants Act, what is its chief purpose?
Parents can anonymously leave an infant at a safe place with no fear of prosecution
What signs can the infant not show to be left at a safe place?
Indications of mistreatment, abuse or neglect
If a parent leaves an infant at a safe place, what rights do they have?
Anonymous, leave any time, not be pursued, not considered to have “abandoned” infant
What responsibilities do officers have when accepting physical custody of a newborn infant?
Arrange for EC to take to hospital
What responsibility do police have when an infant is brought to station/roll call?
Accept, respect anonymity of parent, and arrange for infant to be taken to hospital
What is the procedure for department sanctioned social media presence?
Approved by chief, administered by PIO
How should social media content adhere to regulations of the lex police dept?
Content should adhere to applicable laws, regs, policies, including IT/records management
What should department-sanctioned social media pages clearly indicate?
Maintained by department, display contact info, and disclaim visitor opinions
What types of content on social media does the dept administrator reserve the right to remove?
Obscenities, off topic comments, personal attacks, inappropriate content
What must social media pages clearly indicate regarding posted content?
Any content posted is subject to public disclosure
What should department employees not do regarding ongoing investigations and confidential info on social media?
Make statements about guilt/innocence, or post/transmit/disseminate confidential info without permission
When can officers place inside the pockets of a person in relation to a terry frisk?
When during the frisk they feel an object and recognize it as weapon/illegal contraband
If an officer discovers something on a suspect that could conceal a weapon, what should they do?
Place it out of their reach until encounter over and not open it
When can an officer approach a suspect without reasonable suspicion?
Ask questions or have a consensual encounter
According to Supreme Court, when is a police-citizen encounter consensual?
Reasonable person feels free to leave
Things to determine whether someone free to leave or not?
Freedom of movement, handcuffs, number of officers, demeanor of officers, allowed to keep property
