PIU Flashcards
How should Public Integrity Unit office keys be handled during employee transfers?
All PIU office keys must be returned when any PIU employee is transferred.
Where should hard copy investigative files be stored?
Hard copy investigative files should be kept in lockable filing cabinets.
How should PIU employees ensure access to investigative files?
Employees must exercise due care to prevent unauthorized access to investigative files.
What is the requirement for maintaining or destroying investigative files?
Files must follow current records retention schedules and collective bargaining agreements.
Who has access to the Public Integrity Unit’s secure electronic database?
Access is restricted to PIU and Computer Information Systems Unit employees.
What is the recommendation regarding regular inspections for the department?
Conduct regular and unannounced inspections of department facilities, vehicles, equipment, and employees.
How are complaints processed within the Public Integrity Unit?
Complaints are handled per outlined procedures in disciplinary protocols, KRS, and collective agreements.
Who should be notified immediately of any formal complaints against an officer?
The Chief of Police should be informed promptly of formal complaints.
What summaries should the Public Integrity Unit provide regarding complaint investigations?
Statistical summaries should be given as requested, with an annual summary in the department’s Annual Report.
What should be done for all allegations of sexual abuse and/or harassment under the PREA?
Ensure completion of administrative or criminal investigations for all such allegations.
What does the Personnel Early Warning System track?
It tracks key aspects of officer performance and identifies those needing intervention.
Who is responsible for maintaining the department’s Personnel Early Warning System?
The Public Integrity Unit is responsible for maintaining it.
What is included in the monthly report submitted to the Chief of Police?
The report includes any bias-motivated complaints received by the Public Integrity Unit.
How are Alerts tracked and monitored?
Alerts are tracked and monitored by the IAPro software system.
Who prepares Alert Reports and Annual Reports according to the text?
The Public Integrity Unit is responsible for preparing them.
What criteria trigger an Alert Report for officers in a two-month period?
Five (5) or more BWC Activation Failure reports trigger an alert.
What incidents trigger an Alert Report for officers in a three-month period?
Three (3) or more response to resistance reports, vehicle pursuits, misconduct complaints, or a combination.
What incidents trigger an Alert Report for officers in a twelve-month period?
Two (2) at-fault collisions while on-duty or operating a department vehicle.
What criteria trigger an Annual Report for officers in a twelve-month period?
Three (3) or more at-fault collisions, six (6) or more response to resistance reports, vehicle pursuits, complaints of misconduct, or combinations.
What standard does the agency impose for determining substantiated allegations of sexual abuse?
Preponderance of the evidence.
How often should the agency aggregate incident-based sexual abuse data?
At least annually.
What data must be collected for every allegation of sexual abuse at lockups under the agency’s direct control?
Accurate, uniform data using a standardized instrument and set of definitions.
What should the agency do with the aggregated data collected for sexual abuse?
Review to assess and improve prevention, detection, and response policies.
What does the agency need to prepare annually regarding its findings on sexual abuse?
An annual report of findings and corrective actions.
