Legal Consideration Flashcards
Validation Testing measures what?
Dog’s Level of Proficiency and Identifies Weaknesses/Deficiencies
Narcoctic Detector Dog must maintain __% accuracy
90%
Explosive Detector Dog must maintain __% accuracy rate
95% Accuracy
How often do you certify with your detector dog?
Initially and Annually
During certification demonstration, narcotic detector dogs will also demo what?
Residual Odor Capability
Who grants certification in writing? (AF, Navy, Marines)
Commander (search granting authority) or delegated authority
Who conducts US Army certifications?
A disinterested NCO (E7/E8) or civilian equivalent
Decertification occurs if ___
MWD continues to fail after accomplishing all documented attempts at remedial training
(pg 202)
3 circumstances that cause decertification:
- MWD is unable to continue detector dog duties for any reason
- Detector dog fails recertification
- Concentrated retraining fails to correct the issue within 30 days
What happens when a dog is recommended for recertification as a single purpose patrol dog?
The 341 TRS will change the dogs National Stock Number
Situations that require a dog team to recertify?
- Assignment of new authorizing commander or certifying officer
- Assigned a new MWD
- No training conducted within 30 days
- Records indicate a decline of the teams reliability
If commander has reason to doubt a teams reliability, what can he/she require?
A full or partial recertification
What documentation is required for the probable cause folder?
- MWD’s training and utilization record
- Certification Letter
Define probable cause
Facts or circumstances that would lead a reasonable person to believe that a crime has/is/will be committed. Evidence of that crime exists in a specific location.
3 ways to establish probable cause
- Personal Observation
- Information Obtained from a reliable Informant
- Through use of Detector Dog
What is the legal standard of proof in the US law that is less than probable cause?
Reasonable Suspicion
DoD Directive for Explosive Dog Teams
3025.12
DoD Directive for Narcotic Detector Dog Teams
5525.10
Prior to releasing MWD. Dog team must be able to demonstrate proficiency in:
- OUT
- HEEL/STAY
- Standoff
Before commanding a dog to attack you must ensure the following has been completed:
- Identify the same target
- Warning order (HALT, HALT, HALT)
- Warn bystanders to cease movements
- If suspect surrenders, call dog off pursuit
- Regain control of dog if it fails to obey
- Use extreme caution when removing MWD
- Regain/Maintain leash control until dog is calm enough to obey
Do NOT release MWD in these situations:
- Suspect is out of sight (unless authorized)
- Areas where children are present
- Into a crowd
