HPM's Flashcards
Sgt test
How long is the FTEP program?
11 weeks of training divided into 4 phases.
How are the FTEP phased broken up?
There is a 5 day orientation period (limbo).
Then three 15 day phases with 1 limbo day each.
Phase four has 5 days with no limbo.
55 total days of training, including 8 limbo.
Is every Area required to have an FTEP Coordinator?
Each Area with trainees shall have one FTEP Coordinator. An Area with over two trainees shall have an alternate Coordinator as well.
Are FTEP Coordinators required to complete the FTEP course?
Yes, as well as a field supervisor/admin/coordinator course prior to assignment.
What sergeants should not be assigned as an FTEP Coordinator?
Probationary sergeants.
What should the FTEP orientation period cover?
Firearms, impact weapons, arrest and control training.
How many days are trainees allowed to miss during FTEP?
No more than two during each phase without the phase being extended by the same number of days, beyond two, they missed.
How many extensions are allowed in FTEP?
Two, 10 day extensions may be given, but can be ended early if needed.
Who approves FTEP extensions?
The commander approves the first, and Division concurrence is need for the second.
How long are trainees required to sit with dispatch?
One 4 hour sit along.
How are FTEP critique forms handled?
Coordinators SHALL establish a confidential file. They are NOT to be put into personnel folders. Retained for one year from successful completion of the program.
How often are FTEP Coordinators required to ride along?
Shall go on at least 1 phase three ride along.
What is required to be an FTO?
Post certificate, 1 year patrol time, FTO course, and supervisors recommendation. Must take an update course every 3 years.
What are the three avenues of separation for a trainee?
AA, rejection during probation, or resignation.
How should a trainee resignation be handled?
It must be voluntary. They should be encouraged to seek outside advice and given 48 hours to make a decision.
How often are managers required to conduct trainee interviews?
Once during the first, and again during the third phase.
What code gives authority for rejection during probation?
19173 of the Government Code.
Who does the POBR apply to?
All peace officers. The dept extends it to all employees, except cadets.
How are internal investigations started?
By the commander with Division concurrence.
What are the four outcomes of an internal investigation?
Adverse action.
Rejection during probation.
Miscellaneous investigation.
Non-punitive termination.
What are six types of adverse actions?
FSSDID: Formal written reprimand Salary reduction Suspension Dismissal Involuntary transfer Demotion
All off duty investigations must have a nexus to the department. What does this include for uniformed members?
All criminal acts.
Identifying self for leniency.
Getting a suspended DL.
All off duty investigations must have a nexus to the department. What does this include for NON-uniformed members?
Only felonies and crimes of moral turpitude.
All administrative interrogations (should/shall) be recorded?
SHALL.
What SHALL be included in all MOD’s that are counseling or remedial in nature?
Bazemore. Your conduct on this occasion [these occasions] was unacceptable and will not be
tolerated by this Department. If you engage in similar misconduct in the future, the
Department may take adverse action against you based on the incident[s] cited in
this documentation, as well as any future incidents.
If adverse action is taken, is a form 2 also issued?
It SHALL not be issued.
Who approves a leave of absence?
The Area commander.
When the department is conducting a criminal investigation on an employee, is Miranda required?
Miranda SHALL be given.
Who’s approval is required for removal from specialty pay?
Appreciate Assistant Commissioner
What are the four types of counseling?
Informal, Formal, Corrective Documentation, Adverse Action.
What is Informal Counseling?
Routine business, no rep allowed. Should be documented on a CHP 112.
What is Formal Counseling?
Routine discussion, not subject to grievance process and no rep allowed. Main difference from informal is that employee gets some form of documentation.
What is Corrective Documentation?
Next step in progressive discipline and can include: 100 form comment, MOC, MOD, or Form 2.
What constitutes an Adverse Action?
If employee doesn’t respond to corrective action, a request for adverse action should be initiated.
Does a censurable form 2 require the Bazemore admonition?
No, it SHALL not contain the admonition.
What rank SHALL the primary investigator be for internal investigations?
At least one rank higher than highest involved employee.
How long until internal investigations are due to OIA?
60 days from the date an Area becomes aware of misconduct.
What comes first, criminal or administrative interrogations?
Criminal, if performed, SHALL be conducted prior to administrative interrogations.
Are arrest reports or records included with administrative investigations for uniformed? Non-uniformed?
Yes for uniformed. For non-uniformed they cannot be included unless they have been convicted.
Are employees required to participate in civil rights investigations?
It is their choice. If done on state time, a supervisor SHALL be present and SHALL record interview.
For Civil Rights Investigation, what SHALL employee be told upon notification and again at conclusion of interrogation/interview?
Shall be given a direct order not to discuss the interrogation with anyone other than their chain of command or rep.
Who is the dept required to notify when employee is put on a leave of absence?
CAL HR. If leave of absence exceeds 30 days, CAL HR approval is required.
What is the time constraint when an employee is put on a leave of absence, without pay, by the dept?
The investigation must be completed, reviewed, and the employee must be served notice of AA within 15 days.
Where does the original notice of leave go to?
The employee.
Who must approve a peace officer power removal?
The Area commander.
In what order must an admin investigation be completed?
In chronological order.
What happens to an incomplete investigation if found to be “miscellaneous” or the employee leaves the dept?
It SHALL be completed.
Who must give approval for a lie detector test?
The Office of Commissioner. Employees SHALL not be compelled to submit, nor can a refusal be mentioned or held against them.
What happens if evidence in an admin investigation needs to be repaired or destroyed?
The commander SHALL ensure the rep and employee are notified first, via memo, giving them reasonable time prior to examine the evidence.
How long SHALL admin investigation evidence be stored?
A minimum of 5 years (from date started or life of file, whichever is longer)
What code gives authority to search employees state owned locker?
3309 GC.
What is required for a search of employees state owned locker?
The employees presence, consent, a search warrant, or when notified a search will be conducted. In most cases, personal containers may not be searched without a warrant.
Can administrative interrogations be used in a criminal case?
Admin interrogations are compelled statements and cannot be used to support a criminal case.
All statements from dept employees who are interviewed as witnesses during internal investigations should/shall be recorded.
SHALL baby!!!
What if non-dept employee witnesses object to recording statements?
Then it SHALL be summarized in a memo.
When can investigators surreptitiously record, monitor, or eavesdrop on dept employees?
Only in a criminal investigation, with prior approval from OIA. Does not include MVARS.
Can video recordings of admin interrogations be made?
SHALL not unless previously approved by Office of the Commissioner.