ICCS

Question 1

The In–Car Camera System (ICCS) is a multifaceted tool that can:
 enhance public trust and police legitimacy;
 enhance public and police officer safety;
 enhance the commitment to bias-free service delivery by officers to the public;
 provide a tool to facilitate early resolution of complaints; and
 provide improved evidence for investigative, judicial and oversight purposes; and
 provide information as to the effectiveness of Service procedures and training

Question 2

The Service is committed to maintaining the ________ by delivering professional and unbiased policing at all times.

Answer 2

public trust

Question 3

Member
Upon receiving a request for an ICCS recording from a member of the public shall direct the individual to the ___________ Section of Records Management Services – Information Access.

Answer 3

Access and Privacy

Question 4

Police officers shall not
 operate an ICCS equipped vehicle without having completed the prescribed training
 adjust the ICCS while actively engaged in apprehending or pursuing a fleeing motor vehicle, for the safety of members and the public
 modify or attempt to modify any permanent settings or installed components of the ICCS

Question 5

Upon discovery of any malfunctions with the ICCS shall report such forthwith
 to the HELP desk
 to a supervisory officer

Question 6

Upon discovery of any damaged or missing ICCS equipment shall report such to a supervisory officer forthwith

Question 7

ensure that the ICCS is not activated during
 investigative discussions or enquiries between police personnel
 situations that reveal police investigative techniques
 attendance in a Service facility or courthouse
 interactions which could potentially identify a confidential informant(s) or police officer in an undercover capacity

Question 8

As soon as practicable, when the ICCS is activated, shall advise the persons that they are being visually and/or audibly recorded.
When the ICCS is activated, shall not deactivate until the incident has concluded or, except when
 the officer no longer reasonably believes that the collection of audio/video media would support officer or public safety, and/or benefit the investigation
 directed to do so by a supervisor

Question 9

Upon deactivating the ICCS, the recording shall be appropriately ________ utilizing the classification function

Answer 9

classified

Question 10

Where an accidental deactivation of the ICCS occurs, shall make a record of the details, including, where possible the apparent cause of the deactivation, the time and duration of the deactivation, and a summary of what transpired during that time, in the memorandum book as soon as reasonably possible

Question 11

Where privileged information has been captured by the ICCS shall
 immediately notify the Controller of the following
 name, badge number, and unit
 details of the circumstances of the recording
 ICCS asset number
 date and time of recording

Question 12

When attending or involved in an incident where the Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Mandate has been, or may be, invoked shall
 ensure the recording media is protected
 ensure the ICCS is not deactivated unless directed to do so by Toronto Police Operations Centre or a Chief’s SIU Liaison Officer
 comply with the directions of the Chief’s SIU Liaison Officer

Question 13

Who can direct an officer to deactivate the ICCS when attending or involved in an incident where the SIU mandate has or may be invoked?

Answer 13

Chiefs SIU Liaison Officer

Question 14

Supervisory Officer
Supervisory officers shall ensure that any police officers assigned to an ICCS equipped vehicle have completed the prescribed training, and shall determine additional training needs as appropriate

Question 15

When supervising personnel assigned to vehicles equipped with an ICCS shall

conduct a review of each officer’s ICCS recordings at least once per month or CWW cycle to

• assist with supervision
• ensure the ICCS is functioning properly
• determine whether the ICCS is being operated in accordance with procedure and prescribed training
• ensure that officers are classifying ICCS recordings appropriately for retention purposes
• identify material that may be appropriate for training
• determine additional training needs, as appropriate

Question 16

Who is contacted when the ICCS malfunctions??

Answer 16

Help Desk

Question 17

For ICCS related procedure, when the SIU mandate is or may be invoked, the Chiefs SIU Liaison gives direction re the ICCS

Question 18

_____________________ means any in–car recording equipment that captures audio and visual signals, and may also be referred to as a Mobile Video Recording System

Answer 18

In-Car Camera System (ICCS)

Question 19

In-Car Camera System (ICCS) Technician means a Toronto Police Service member trained in the operational use and repair of In–Car Camera Systems. NOTE: Some technicians may not be trained to repair an ICCS, but specialize in duplicating methods, storage and retrieval methods and procedures, and possess a working knowledge of video forensics and evidentiary procedures.

Question 20

Special Investigations Unit (SIU) Mandate pursuant to Part VII PSA means that the SIU is legislated to investigate the circumstances of serious injury or death that may have resulted through criminal offences committed by a police officer. The death or serious injury is in relation to a citizen, another police officer or other member of the Service. The SIU mandate may be invoked for deaths or serious injuries that occur in circumstances where there has been police engagement. For example, but not limited to injuries or death occurring:

• in the course of making an arrest
• in the course of a suspect apprehension pursuit
• while in police custody
• while in the hospital following apprehension or police custody; or
• allegations of sexual assault.