Policy Flashcards
1
Q
Can members assigned to covert operations carry an off duty firearm in lieu of the duty firearm?
A
Yes, it must be approved.
2
Q
When can a plainclothes officer carry an off duty firearm or secondary firearm?
A
- When assignment does NOT ROUTINELY make arrests and
- it’s APPROVED by Training Commander/designee.
3
Q
Exceptions for firing from or at a moving vehicle?
A
1-Protect LEO or person from death/great bodily harm AND
2-deadly force is justified AND
3-actions are DUE CARE for innocent PUBLIC
4
Q
When can you kill an INJURED animal?
A
1-seriously wounded
2-relief from suffering
3-AFTER authorization from Supervisor AND
4-reasonable attempts for assistance from humane society-animal control-game warden
5
Q
When can you kill a dangerous animal?
A
Justified for self defense to prevent harm to officer or another person
6
Q
Can we fire warning shots?
A
No. Shall not for any reason.
7
Q
Chemical Spray-Are uniformed members required to carry?
A
Yes-SHALL carry if regular duties include arrests.
8
Q
Chemical Spray-Are NON-uniformed members who REGULARLY make arrests required to carry?
A
No-but shall have immediate available.
9
Q
Chemical Spray-When are uniformed AND Non-uniformed members NOT required to carry?
A
When they are in Administrative positions
10
Q
Chemical Spray-whose decision to spray large crowds?
A
Incident Commander.
11
Q
Chemical Spray- What should we do for POST exposure follow up?
A
1-Remove from area/face them INTO the wind
2-Flush with cool clean water or Cool it
3-Emergency medical attention IF EXTREME reaction
4-monitor for adverse reactions
12
Q
How many hours training to carry TASER?
A
10 hours of Department provided training/equivalent to 4 FDLE hours
13
Q
How many hours of annual TASER training?
A
1 hour
14
Q
When using a TASER, we must have the legal authority to _________ and the apparent ability to be _________?
A
ARREST and BE A PHYSICAL THREAT
15
Q
After TASER notifications?
A
1-Supervisor
2-Jail Staff (name in report)
3-pics
4-Medical Staff IF in sensitive area
16
Q
What type of Shotguns can be used?
A
12 guage pup OR Semi-auto
Magazine-tube fed shotguns
17
Q
Who is responsible for the stored equipment assigned to
that Bureau?
A
Each Bureau Commander assigned to
that Bureau. I
18
Q
Members shall not leave property the :following property unsecured.
A
1-vehicles, 2-radios, 3-weapons, 4-laptop computers, 5-keys, 6-IDs and badges
19
Q
How to store firearms at home?
A
1-A high location such as a shelf or a closet.
2-Locked cabinet or drawer.
3-Gun safe
4-Trigger lock
20
Q
When and how should Department members report to their supervisor, when Department property is damaged,
inoperative, defective, lost, stolen, or missing?
A
Immediately and via
an (IOC) briefly details how the property was damaged, lost, stolen, or why the
property is unsatisfactory for use.
21
Q
The SCOPE of Personal Property Examinations for what purpose is subject to due process?
A
ONLY If criminal investigation.
22
Q
Who is responsible for
overall management the digital video system
A
The Video Custodian (Property and Evidence)
23
Q
Officers shall upload onto the video
system by utilizing the City’s wireless “TOD” network within how many days?
A
7
24
Q
At least once every ________ members shall dock their BWC at the police department docking station for no less than _______ for firmware manufacturer recommended updates
to occur.
A
7 days; 10 minutes
25
Requests to delete portions of the recordings (e.g., in the event of a personal recording) must
be submitted in writing and approved by ___________.
the Chief of Police/designee
26
BWC. SRO’s, while on duty at a school, shall only utilize the record function when they
______________________________.
reasonably believe they are about take police action involving a student
27
Can members wear the BWC on a duty belt?
No
28
BWC-members
should ________ the BWC recording function once it has been determined that the victim has
been sexually assaulted.
deactivate
29
BWC. . Is recording allowed when interviewing an individual in a hospital room?
As long as
| medical treatment is not ongoing.
30
On a monthly basis, immediate supervisors, including FST supervisors, will randomly review at
least ______ BWC recordings per officer, and ______ in car camera review
2; 1
31
Members who have a legitimate
need to visit a site that may be considered inappropriate shall notify their
Division Commander in writing (IOC, e-mail) within how long of accessing
the site, to avoid triggering the command review process.
four hours
32
When should you report Damage to the laptop of any kind and how?
Immediately;
forward a detailed memorandum to I.T
via immediate supervisor and chain of
command.
33
If a laptop malfunction occurs after regular business hours or on
weekends, what should you do?
1-check out a loaner laptop (MDT)
via an Operations shift supervisor or Shift Commander.
2-return by end of shift.
34
if a member disconnects his computers AVL (GPS) what kind of offense did they commit?
major Offense
35
Members will return their laptop (MDT) and all accessories to
I.T. when leaving the employment or if called to military active duty resulting in an absence longer than how many days?
(14) days
36
_________ vehicles are those intended to
blend in with routine vehicle traffic, and which have no visible police markings or
equipment (covert cars).
Non-descript police vehicles
37
_________ Vehicle: have the same or similar body style as marked patrol cars, are a solid color, and are not conspicuously marked. They are
equipped with police equipment (siren and lights). This would include Lieutenant and
Command Staff cars.
Unmarked Fleet Vehicle
38
___________ Vehicle: A conspicuously marked police vehicle that has striping,
lettering and Department seals. These vehicles may or may not have roof-mounted light
bars.
Marked Fleet Vehicle
39
Does Muted marking, as on
| a DUI vehicle, considered Marked Fleet?
Yes
40
Any employee injured in a vehicle crash who was not wearing safety restraints may have their Worker’s Compensation benefits reduced by how much?
25%
41
When and HOW should you report Vehicle Damage:
1-Immediately
2-to his/her supervisor
3-crash report or damage city property report
4-photos taken
5-notify GPD Fleet
manager, via email, of the incident and CR number.
42
What are 2 Exceptions for the Transportation of Alcoholic Beverages/ Cannabis or Hemp
Products/ Contraband in a GPD vehicle?
1-items seized as evidence
2- items to be placed into
property (i.e., prisoner property, found property).
43
If you receive a parking ticket on duty and in your city vehicle, you should submit an explanation within how many hours?
72 hours of the ticket being issued
44
Why are emergency lights used?
1). To ALERT CITIZENS that the officer is responding to an
emergency
2). That a TRAFFIC STOP is being conducted;
3). That the officer is on a call that involves a roadway HAZARD
4). In other, emergency or HAZARDOUS situations
45
Each emergency
| vehicle is ASSIGNED the following equipment:
a. First-Aid kit,
| b. Fire extinguisher
46
Members assigned a POOL VEHICLE shall ensure that they have what
equipment?
1-Soft body armor (if not worn)
| 2-PPE Kit
47
What should Sworn members who are OFF DUTY, operating a marked vehicle carry?
1-police radios
2-Department-issued / approved firearms
3-issued jackets (windbreakers)
4-police badges.
48
Are Sworn members covered under FOP/PBA who are required to take OFF-DUTY police ACTION compensated and at what pay?
Yes-at the appropriate rate of pay
49
Reference TAKE HOME VEHICLES, If a Department Member INTENDS on relocating/moving who do they notify, how, and in what time frame?
1-Chief AND Personnel Division
2-in writing
3-14 (FOURTEEN) days prior to moving.
50
Members shall wear proper attire when operating department vehicles. What is proper attire?
1-Either full duty uniform or
2-CIVILIAN CLOTHES which project a PRESENTABLE PUBLIC APPEARANCE, and which permits them to take police action
51
How much does city charge for taking car home out of the county?
$60, bi-weekly
52
What is the distance you can take car home for out of county take home car program? How do the verify?
35 miles from GPD headquarters, verified through map quest or google maps.
53
Who do you contact if you want to participate in the out of county take home car program?
Personnel services division
54
Pursuits are divided into ___________ categories defined by the _____________ to the PUBLIC, the SUBJECTS in the fleeing vehicle, and the sworn MEMBERS.
Two;
| RISK they POSE
55
Low Risk Pursuit is where:
NO ACCELERATION, NO EVASION, NO DANGER!
1-Violator does not ACCELERATE or
2-Does not Take EVASIVE action in the effort to avoid being stopped (Examples of
evasive actions would be to make several quick turns or turn off all lights
at night)
AND
3-. The violator’s driving behavior does not place the public in any undue DANGER.
56
EXAMPLES of low risk pursuit behavior:
1-Violator may ROLL A STOP SIGN at a very low speed.
2-Violator travels NO MORE THAN 10mph over posted speed limit.
3-Violator does NOT cross through solid RED LIGHTS at any intersection
that has these types of traffic control devices
57
This type of pursuit is
the most dangerous pursuits and only for the most serious and violent
offenders, whose apprehension is critical to the safety of the citizenry
and has a high likelihood the pursuit will end in a crash
High Risk Pusuit
58
When is a Low Risk pursuit allowed?
1-ANY Offense of TRAFFIC violation
2-Suspected DUI
3-Any crime not delineated in High Risk
Pursuit criteria
59
When is a High Risk Pursuit allowed?
```
1-Murder or Attempted Murder
2-Aggravated Battery w/ SERIOUS Bodily INJURY
3-Drive-by Shootings
4-Any type of Robbery w/a Firearm
5-Aggravated Assault w/a Firearm
6-Kidnapping
```
60
Catching up to a vehicle must be completed within ________ where you closed the distance to within two car lengths from the violators vehicle or it is considered a ____________.
.5 miles; pursuit
61
Reference catching up to a vehicle, Is Pacing a vehicle for speed excluded from the distance of 0.5 miles?
Yes
62
If a member loses sight of a vehicle for more than_________ while
trying to catch up, they should stop their efforts and return to the
speed limit
15 seconds
63
If catching up to a vehicle, officers will not exceed more than ___________ mph
unless for an authorized pursuit
80 mph
64
Paralleling a pursuit is only permitted when authorized by an on-duty patrol shift Lieutenant or acting Lieutenant during an attempt to either ________, ________, or a __________.
Channel the pursuit,
deploy stop sticks,
or a combination of both.
65
What vehicle are NOT ALLOWED to pursue?
```
1-Non-descript vehicles without emergency signal equipment/devices.
2. Department vehicles not equipped with emergency signal devices
3. Forensic Crime Unit Truck,
4-non-pursuit rated pickup truck;
5-Explorer Van,
6-Motorcycles
7-Bicycles
8- Armored Vehicle
9-Command Vehicle.
```
66
When initiating a pursuit, who has the full responsibility to ensure all department policies regarding pursuits are met?
The Department member
67
It shall be the responsibility of __________ to acknowledge and monitor the pursuit.
```
The on-duty shift patrol
shift Lieutenant (Lieutenant or acting Lieutenant)
```
68
If the member actively pursuing fails to provide required information OR updates via the radio, the SUPERVISOR SHALL do what?
Terminate the pursuit..
69
If the on-duty shift patrol shift Lieutenant (Lieutenant or acting Lieutenant) is unavailable or does not acknowledge via radio, it is a responsibility of _________ to
acknowledge and monitor the pursuit.
ANY of the patrol Sergeants working on shift
70
Who is responsible for completing the pursuit review and for responding immediately to the termination point of a pursuit?
The supervisor who acknowledged the pursuit
71
Who can authorize our sworn
| members to assist another agency with their pursuit?
Only the on-duty patrol lieutenant designee
72
During a pursuit. Who shall document their involvement by completing a crash or incident report or a supplement to the original officer’s report?
ALL members involved in a vehicle pursuit
73
A pursuit review shall be completed in what time frame?
14 BUSINESS days
74
Vehicle tactics are sometimes also defined as ________ and ___________.
“Roadblocks and FORCIBLE STOPPING” techniques
75
Stop Sticks Deployment should not be deployed in or within _________ of approaching a curve.
a ½ mile or less
76
Ramming is a moving Vehicle Tactic that consist of intentionally using a GPD vehicle as a ________ to ram a suspect vehicle at speeds ___________ mph to immediately either terminate a pursuit by disabling the vehicle and/or to incapacitate a dangerous subject(s).
Weapon
Greater than 20 MPH
77
What kind of force is ramming?
Deadly force
78
Roadblocks are NEVER to be used in ________
| situations, which would be over ____mph.
high speed
| 20 mph
79
Uniformed member shall wear or carry what items?
a. Handgun (fully loaded);
b. Two magazines or speed loaders fully loaded;
c. Impact instrument;
d. Handcuffs and handcuff key;
e. Department identification card [and case]
f. Valid Florida driver’s license
g. Portable police radio;
h. [Field] Note pad;
80
Uniform members shall have what items available?
a. Traffic baton (flashlight cone);
b. Traffic whistle;
c. Fluorescent traffic gloves and reflectorized vest;
d. Flashlight;
e. Uniform Traffic Citations;
f. Forms/Civil Citations/Written Warnings in sufficient
quantity to perform assigned duties;
g. Department issued laptop computer;
h. Gas mask and other issued emergency equipment;
i. Gas (refueling) card;
j. Miranda Warning card;
k. Issued Department keys;
l. Chemical weapon
m. Other equipment required to perform assigned duties.
81
Members who wish to request reimbursement for
| personally-owned equipment that is lost or damaged in the line-of-duty shall, within what time frame?
Within 7 days of the incident
82
The Department may
reimburse members up to $_________ for equipment
that enhances their ability to perform the law enforcement function.
$50.00 per item
83
Is the department responsible for replacing or reimbursing jewelry or other items that do not enhance job performance?
NO
84
When an investigation or surrounding circumstances indicate an arrest should be commuted to a lesser charge or rescinded, who shall the member contact?
A supervisor (if the supervisor was not the one to discover the situation).
85
If the person (BAD ARREST) arrested was removed from the location of arrest (i.e., transported to the station or the jail), what should the
Officer do?
Supervisor do?
Officer--offer to return the person to the original location.
Supervisor---Contact the on-call SAO. The on-call SAO will contact the judge for direction on how to proceed.
86
Absent exigent circumstances, can a members make a warrantless, non-consensual entry into a suspect’s or a third party’s home to make a routine arrest?
NO
87
Misdemeanor: Upon developing probable cause, a sworn member may make an arrest without a warrant if the offense _________ and ___________.
1-occurred in the member’s PRESENCE
AND
2-the arrest is made immediately or subsequent to FRESH PUSRUIT.
88
Warrant Arrests: Sworn members with probable cause to believe a person named in an arrest warrant is at a third-party residence, and the residence is secure or the occupant REFUSES to allow officers entry, must do what?
1-obtain a search warrant,
OR
2-summon an Alachua County Deputy to execute the warrant.
89
Who will make the determination as to whether the SWAT team will be used to execute the warrant?
SWAT Commander
90
Approved Restraints are what?
i. Standard handcuffs,
ii. Flex-cuffs
iii. Ripp-Hobble restraint.
iv. Leg-cuffs issued to supervisors only
91
Absent exigent circumstances, can we handcuff a prisoner to a fixed object?
No...YOU CAN handcuff to a gurney if receiving medical attention. Must maintain contact.
92
Can you handcuff a prisoner to a GPD member?
No.
93
An arrestee’s vehicle shall be impounded if it is:
a. Towed as prisoner property.
b. Evidence and/or subject to forfeiture (i.e., an instrumentality of a crime)
c. Of questionable or unverifiable ownership or registration.
94
For criminal traffic, members should make a physical arrest if the violation constitutes any of the following:
i. FELONY (including leaving the scene of an accident with personal injury or death);
ii. Refusal to SIGN a criminal citation;
iii. DUI
iv. FLEEING and attempting to elude;
e. LEAVING the scene of an accident with DAMAGE to ATTENDED PROPERTY.
95
Recording Criminal Traffic Arrests/Charges: Do you have to write a Uniform Traffic Citation if you write the mittimus?
Yes. A case report number shall be drawn for a criminal traffic citation and written on the citation.
96
When a person is arrested for criminal traffic charges AND for felony or misdemeanor criminal or City Ordinance violations, then all charges shall be listed in the _____________________________.
Charge sections of the mittimus, with the corresponding statute/ordinance number.
97
For FELONY Traffic Charges, what do you write for the date?
TO BE SET
98
Can you write an NTA for domestic violence?
NO
99
If writing an adult an NTA and you choose to refer them to the ADULT DIVERSION PROGRAM, what should you write on your NTA?
“to be NOTIFIED,” shall be added to the court date section in lieu of a court date.
100
ADULT Diversion Requests SHALL NOT be used for the following:
1. Domestic/dating violence charges
2. Violation of domestic/dating violence injunctions
3. Violation of pre-trial release conditions
4. Loitering and prowling
5. ANIMAL ABUSE
6. DUI
7. Stalking
8. Exposure of sexual organs.
101
When can you write a Sworn Complaint?
The suspect cannot be located,
SPEEDY TRIAL is an issue,
The State Attorney’s Office should REVIEW PC and prosecutive merit,
The crime is a misdemeanor/did not occur in the officer’s presence and is not one of the exceptions.
The misdemeanor did take place in the officer’s presence, but suspect eluded arrest, and you can identify them.
102
SWORN COMPLAINT AND Traffic, what do you write in the traffic date section?
To be served
103
When a Department member arrests an employee of another criminal justice agency, what do we do?
1-notify their supervisor,
2-Supervisor notify the relevant agency
3-note the name of the person to whom the notification was made and how contacted
4-make a general entry regarding the incident on the Shift Status Report.
104
Department members shall, within _____ hours, notify the Superintendent whenever a school employee is charged with:
48 hours:
1-a felony
2-a misdemeanor involving the abuse of a minor
3-sale or possession of a controlled substance
105
When should Reports be completed and submitted?
Prior to the end of the employee’s workday, unless otherwise authorized by a supervisor.
106
Supervisors shall not allow reports to be held more than __________.
twenty-four (24) hours.
107
If a supervisor has approved a submission of a report the next day, the member shall do what?
Submit a “face sheet”
108
Communication with non-compliant subjects is
| often most effective when officers:
```
1- establish rapport,
2-use the proper voice intonation,
3-askquestions and provide advice to defuse conflict
4-achieve voluntary compliance before
resorting to force options.
```
109
The response to resistance against vulnerable
populations should be used as a last resort, when all other reasonable means have been
exhausted? Who is a vulnerable population?
1-children,
2-elderly persons,
3-pregnant women,
4- people with physical and mental disabilities
5-people with limited English proficiency
110
All individuals shall be provided
| an opportunity to ________ before force is used.
Submit to arrest
111
In ALL lawful use of force, the Department will abide by the ________ _______ standard as defined what court case?
objective reasonableness
| Graham v. Connor, 490 U.S. 386 (1989)
112
Reasonableness of any response to
resistance by a member will be judged on the totality of the circumstances known to the
member at the time of the use. There is a litany of factors to consider such factors include, but are not limited to:
1-relative size/strength of both the member/subject,
2-lighting,
3-availability of back-up,
4-the influence of drugs or alcohol
113
Signs of Excited delirium:
```
1-extreme paranoia,
2-profuse sweating,
3-foaming at the mouth,
4-seizures, shaking,
5-inability to breathe
6-violent resistance to arrest,
7-little or no reaction to pain
8-unusual strength,
9-extreme aggression toward objects
```
114
If any person, while taking them into custody claims respiratory distress, what should we do?
1-tactically pause and evaluate the situation.
2-determining the position of
3- deescalating the situation by releasing some pressure on the person’s body
4- Once secure, the person should be immediately rolled onto their side/put in the upright sitting position.
5-SHALL call for EMS to evaluate once the person is
secured and the scene is safe.
115
What term is communication, tact, empathy, instinct,
| and sound officer safety tactics?
De-escalation
116
The use of deadly force is__________ against individuals who pose a danger only to
themselves.
prohibited
117
Any individual exhibiting signs of
| physical distress after an encounter should be _________ until he or she can be medically assessed.
continuously monitored
118
Supervisor will ensure a response to resistance incident report is written within what time frame?
within 24 hours.
119
Response to Resistance Supervisory/Administrative Review shall be completed within _______ calendar days.
fourteen (14) calendar days
120
Supervisors will Forward the Response to Resistance Supervisory Review, via chain-of command, to the ____________.
respective bureau commander
121
In a deadly force incident Administrative assignment shall be for a period of no less than________ to allow the member adequate time to mentally and emotionally recover from the traumatic event(s) with the first ________ being on a “no work” status.
60 days
(7) calendar days
122
When a person has been injured or killed as a result of deadly force, the involved member(s) will be required to see a licensed mental health professional when?
As soon as possible, usually within 24 hours of the incident
123
Reference Use Of Force, Who will conduct An investigation whenever there is a use-of-force incident that may be in violation of policy?
Internal Affairs
124
A supervisor, primarily a Sergeant or Lieutenant, shall
| complete a Display of Force entry in Blue Team within what time frame?
14 days.
125
In a deadly force incident, who will investigate any crime that contributed to an officer’s use of deadly force?
CID
126
How is seniority determined?
1. First, by RANK;
2. Second, by continuous SERVICE in currentRANK;
3. Third, by length of continuous SERVICE with the DEPARTMENT
127
Personal calls shall be short in duration, not interfere with work performance while on-duty. Personal calls made on-duty shall not exceed _____________.
60 minutes per month
128
Members experiencing difficulty with service or damage to their assigned cellular phone shall contact ________________.
The Fiscal Office.
129
The City Commission has to approve of any contract in excess of $___________.
$100,000.00.
130
Chief of Police may approve contracts valued at $_____________ or less.
$50,000 or less
131
Captains, Bureau Directors and specific lieutenant positions identified by Fiscal Division may approve contracts valued at $________________.
$5,000 or less
132
Members who become a defendant or witness in a CIVIL SUIT arising from their City employment shall notify the Chief in writing within __________ of becoming aware of the civil action.
three working days
133
Breaks may not be taken during the _______or _______ of a member’s tour of duty (unless approved by a supervisor).
first or last hour
134
Can Off-duty members carry a firearm while consuming alcoholic beverages?
No, shall not
135
If an EMPLOYEE is taking an over-the-counter medication or prescription drug that has any potential to impair safety, performance, or motor functions, WHO SHOULD THEY NOTIFY?
Their supervisor
136
If employee taking an medication that has any potential to impair safety, performance, or motor functions and they report it to their supervisor, what should the supervisor do?
1-The supervisor (during regular business hours) will coordinate with the Personnel Services Division to review the situation
2-refer the employee to Employee Health Services for a work status determination.
137
The quickest way for misconduct to grow in a Department is for members of the Department to _____________________.
tolerate it among their fellow employees.
138
Although the sharing of information is always encouraged, members shall do what?
verify the information they share to ensure its accuracy
139
Rumors, regardless of truth, tend to do what?
1-undermine the effectiveness of an organization,
2-unfairly discredit its members,
3-change in content and intent as they are spread within the agency.
140
_______________ means MATERIAL that is sexually suggestive, sexually demeaning or pornographic, or material that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion towards an individual or group because of personal characteristics, such as race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, or disability;
“Offensive material”
141
Constructive discussion of Department:
Whenever there are any such constructive suggestions, they should be discussed ONLY with_________ and shall be transmitted________________.
1-members of the Department
| 2- up the chain of command for appropriate action.
142
Harassment is:
verbal or physical conduct that denigrates or shows hostility or aversion toward an individual because of his/her race, color, ethnicity, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, age or sexual orientation AND what else?
1-Has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment; and/or
2-unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance; and/or
3-Adversely affects an individual’s employment status, reputation, or promotional opportunities.
143
Who shall be the point of contact for support, advice and information regarding harassment issues and complaints.
The Personnel Services Division Commander/designee
144
Administrators, managers, and supervisors:
Shall be held accountable for their actions regarding the resolution of incidences of harassment whenever they_______, or _______, that a VIOLATION OCCURED.
they know, or should have known, that a violation occurred.
145
Can Administrators, managers, and supervisors be held generally liable for acts of sexual harassment by subordinate supervisors regardless of their personal KNOWLEDGE?
Yes
146
In what time frame should a member report harassment and why?
1-As soon as feasible.
| 2-To ensure a timely and accurate investigation
147
If the harassing member is the COMPLAINANT'S IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR, the member may report the incident to _______ or ____________.
1- the accused member’s supervisor (SUPERVISOR'S SUPERVISOR).
2- Other Commanders
148
Other harassment reporting options include:
1-The Personnel Services Division Commander,
2-City of Gainesville Office of Equal Opportunity
3- Human Resources,
4-Internal Affairs Commander
5-Chief of Police.
149
How are HARASSMENT COMPLAINTS investigated?
1. Upon receiving a formal complaint, SUPERVISOR shall COMPLETE AND FROWARD to IA.
2. IA conducts investigation.
and notifies Chief
3. Investigating member (IA) shall conduct an immediate THOROUGH INVESTIGATION
4-.The investigator shall ensure the VICTIM IS AWARE of counseling SERVICES (e.g., Employee Assistance Program) and other venues through which to report the violation (City, State, and Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission).
150
PIO:
Information obtained by the Gainesville Police Department that is PROTECTED by state and/or federal law to the extent that the agency has an AFFIRMATIVE DUTY NOT TO DISCLOSE and/or release is what?
Confidential Information:
151
PIO
Information with respect to an IDENTIFIABLE person or group of persons collected by a criminal justice agency in an effort to ANTICIPATE,PREVENT, or MONITOR POSSIBLE CRIMINAL ACTIVITY is what?
Criminal Intelligence Information:
152
PIO
Information with respect to an identifiable person or group of persons compiled by a criminal justice agency in the course of CONDUCTING a CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION of a SPECIFIC ACT or omission
Criminal Investigative Information:
153
PIO
| Information that MAY OR MAY NOT be disclosed under state and/or federal law, at the DISCRETION of the agency.
Exempt Information
154
What is the right to PREVENT the DISCLOSURE of information or records that could be used to locate or harass them or their family, or which could disclose confidential or privileged information about them.
“Marsy’s Law”
155
Sexual Battery; Lewd, Lascivious, or Indecent Assault upon or in the presence of a Child; and Child Abuse: For these crimes, the following information is CONFIDENTIAL and exempt from disclosure:
1) . Name,
2) . Home and work phones,
3) . Home and business addresses,
4) . Personal assets,
5) . Any other fact or information that reveals the identity of the victim
156
When it comes to Confidential and exempt disclosure, What is an example of "other facts that reveal the identity of the victim"?
the name of the mother who is charged with abuse of her child if her name could reasonably identify the child
157
Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Stalking, Harassment, and Domestic Violence: For these crimes, the following information is exempt from disclosure:
1) . Home and work phone,
2) . Home and business address,
3) . Personal assets.
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The name of a victim in a death investigation (or when death is imminent) shall not be released until:
1-The victim has been positively identified, and
| 2- A relative has been notified.
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Requests for IA related information shall be referred to:
Internal Affairs commander or the PIO.
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Shift commander shall immediately notify and brief the PIO / designee on all major police incidents or incidents at which the media may be present.
Major police incidents include, but are not limited to, the following:
i. Airplane crash, or impending crash;
ii. Bomb threat to a major facility or any bomb threat where an explosive device has been located;
iii. Death, EXCEPT those resulting from NATURAL causes;
iv. Any criminal act resulting in injury so severe that DEATH IS IMMINENT;
v. Major fire;
vi. Natural or man-made disaster;
vii. Serious INJURY to a MEMBER of the Department;
viii. Police shooting;
ix. SWAT call-outs, or hostage situations;
x. Vehicle CRASHES involving EMPLOYEES when there is SUBSTANTIAL property DAMAGE and/or serious INJURY;
xi. Bank or any robbery involving serious injury to the victim;
xii. Any incident that is generating, or likely to generate, a great deal of media / public attention.
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After Hours PIO notification: The PIO and the _______________ shall consult with one another regarding who shall assume media responsibility.
incident commander
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In the PIO's Absence the following will occur:
On scene:_______
News release:_____
1. On-scene: The RANKING OFICER on scene shall be responsible for providing information to any media representative.
If no ranking officer is present, media requests should be routed through the field supervisor.
2.News Release: Any news release that is issued shall be the responsibility of the Patrol SHIFT COMMANDER/ designee.
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3 general categories of social media usage among employees:
1. Department-Authorized Use of Social Media;
2. Off-Duty Personal Use of Social Media; and
3. On-Duty Personal Use of Social Media.
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Department-authorized use of social media is defined as the employment of such instruments for the specific purpose of assisting the Department and its personnel in:
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1-community outreach,
2-problem-solving,
3-investigation,
4-crime prevention,
5-other Department-related objectives.
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On-Duty Personal Use of Social Media mean those periods of time when a Department employee is working during a scheduled shift excluding what?
time spent on scheduled breaks.
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In traffic enforcement, ____________: LEO has a strong REASON TO BELIEVE the vehicle contains a driver or passenger suspected of having committed a serious crime, especially of a nature that would lead the police to believe the suspect(s) may be armed ( i.e. armed robbery, assault w/ a weapon, or an outstanding felony warrant for the registered owner).
Felony Traffic Stop
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In traffic enforcement,
________________ : In justifying a particular intrusion, a police officer must be able to point to specific and articulable facts which, taken together with rational inferences from those facts, reasonably warrant that intrusion; facts must be judged against an objective standard of whether facts available to the officer at the moment of seizure or search would warrant a person of reasonable caution in belief that action taken was appropriate.
Reasonable Suspicion
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In traffic enforcement, _________ fleet police vehicles are those that are used for specific duties that do not primarily involve traffic enforcement. These include the pickup trucks and gator cab golf cart.
Unconventional Fleet Police Vehicles
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In traffic enforcement, ___________: As staffing permits, Operations Bureau personnel may be assigned to selective traffic enforcement activities at times and locations where hazardous or congested conditions exist.
Selective Traffic Enforcement
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Does GPD prohibit individual officers from performing self-initiated or ‘spot’ selective enforcement activities in their assigned beats when time permits.
No, nothing prohibits
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All highway enforcement details are conducted under the direction/supervision of who?
the Domestic Highway Enforcement Team.
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For DWLSR, if the person is criminally cited and released on his/her own recognizance, the officer shall:
a. Ensure that the vehicle registration is valid.
b. Instruct the driver NOT to drive the vehicle;
c. If the officer later observes the person driving the vehicle, he/she should (after verifying that the license is still suspended) physically arrest the driver.
d. Assist the driver in contacting a responsible party to pick him/her up, and/or to drive the vehicle.
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If you arrest someone on DWLSR and they can't get someone to pick up their vehicle, you should do what?
Ensure that the vehicle is properly parked
OR
Have it towed using a wrecker of the driver’s choice
OR
Rotation tow.
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What is procedure if you stop a Habitual Traffic Offender or License Permanently suspended?
1-SHALL be taken to the Department of the Jail
2-arrest mittimus and the white copy of the citation or a hard copy of the electronic citation as the charging document(s).
3-An Incident/investigation Report shall be completed.
4-The case report number shall be noted on the citation.
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What kind of approach should we take with Motorcycle Violations in regards to licensing, protective equipment, rider impairment, and speeding?
zero-tolerance approach and pro-actively enforce all violations
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Who shall routinely conduct vehicle traffic stops?
Only sworn personnel in marked and unmarked fleet vehicles
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Can Non-uniformed sworn members may make traffic stops?
Yes but must be properly equipped and identifiable as police officers
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If a non-uniformed member makes a stop, what must they write on the UTC or warning?
How you were identified as an Officer while in plain clothes (ie. Badge displayed, GPD jacket, etc.).
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On a FELONY stop, when requesting back up, what is the NUMBERS rule on Requesting back up?
Minimum of two, three is better.
| More is not often better
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On Felony traffic stops, what kind of roads should we avoid?
Avoid using private driveways or open business accesses
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When securing suspects on a FELONY traffic stop, what does GPD require of the primary and First back up officer?
Primary Officer- DIRECTS THE SUBJECT until they reach the front of the patrol vehicle
1st Back Up- TAKES CONTROL directing the subject to the ground and securing and searching them for weapons.
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On a Felony Traffic stop, Once the subject is secured, what do we do with them?
The subject is brought behind the patrol vehicles and debriefed.
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During Traffic enforcement, if you make a physical arrest and their are multiple charges, how do you handle paperwork?
Complete the citation with the label “To Be Set” and submitted to records.
Complete a mittimus with the traffic charge listed and an incident report. The mittimus must have the citation number listed under each traffic charge.
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During traffic enforcement, Is an F.I. Card sufficient documentation for the warning?
No, cannot be used in lieu of completing the warning citation
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During traffic enforcement Reexamination: If a Department member believes that a driver is unable to exercise reasonable and ordinary care while operating a motor vehicle, what should we do?
Notify the Bureau of Driver Improvement via submitting a Report Driver for Medical Review or Re-exam in DAVID
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Can you issue a civil traffic citation to United States and state legislators?
Yes, if they are released
| Also, only during their attendance at sessions and while going to or returning
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Can you issue a civil traffic citation to Foreign Diplomats/Consular Officers?
Yes, citations may be issued for a non-criminal, traffic infraction.
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If a NON-CRIMINAL citation REQUIRES court appearance, what do you write in the court date section?
TO BE SET
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__________ A location where law enforcement personnel stop some or all traffic to inspect vehicles and interview drivers for the purpose of enforcing traffic laws.
Checkpoint
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Traffic Checkpoints: How long does the supervisor in charge of the operation submit an After Action-Report and to whom?
No later than 10 working days after the checkpoint, to the Operations Bureau commander
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Traffic Checkpoints: When should The Public Information Officer (PIO) be notified of the checkpoint and, when possible, supplied a copy of the operational plan?
In SUFFICIENT TIME to enable the PIO to publicly announce a traffic checkpoint AT LEAST 24 hours prior to the event.
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All Department-ordered tows shall be accomplished utilizing the __________.
contractual wrecker
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What is a Department-Ordered Tow?
A tow ordered by a member to remove a vehicle, pursuant to a law enforcement action to a designated storage compound.
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Quasi-Public parking lot does not include:
Private doctors' office parking lots.
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Who serves as, the evidence custodian for vehicles towed via the contract tow company as evidence?
Tow administrator
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If a vehicle is to be searched for contraband or evidence, the vehicle inventory shall follow ________.
a lawful search.
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During an inventory search of a vehicle, can you search LOCKED containers?
Yes, if you can open with a key. You will NOT force open.
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Where should recovered stolen vehicles be processed.
On scene, if possible.
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How do we notify FCU that we have towed a vehicle for FCU processing?
By placing tow slip in FCU tray.
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If a SW is needed on a vehicle, can officers search the vehicle PRIOR to warrant?
A cursory inventory for dangerous items or signs of life with as little intrusion as possible,
while activating BWC or taking photographs. VISUAL ONLY, Unless an exigency exits to preserve life or prevent destruction of evidence
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Can a member tow a dangerous vehicle immediately from public or private property?
Yes
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When can Department members tow vehicles from a private
| property?
1-The vehicle is stolen,
2-evidence,
3-instrumentality of a crime
4-determined to be dangerous, or abandoned, AND proper notice to the registered owner, when required, is given.
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An arrestee’s vehicle shall be impounded if it is:
1-Towed as prisoner property,
2-Evidence and/or subject to forfeiture
3- Of questionable or unverifiable ownership or registration.
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Who is responsible for attempting owner notification at the time of the tow for all tows?
We are, the member
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EAP: Sworn Gainesville Police Department officers are entitled to how many Free EAP visits?
Unlimited
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EAP: An immediate family member of a sworn department member is permitted how many free visits per year?
5 FIVE
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EAP: Are voluntary visits confidential?
Yes, except when there is evidence of a concern for fitness for duty or imminent harm to self or others
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EAP: If Voluntary visit, EAP has concern with fitness for duty, self harm, or harm to others, what can EAP tell Personnel Services Division Commander?
1-information necessary to implement a course of action intended to return the employee to duty status.
2-No other details of treatment or confidential information shall be revealed.
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EAP: Supervisory Referral: if the member’s supervisor initiates a referral, who do they send member to?
Direct the member to report to the Personnel Services Division Commander/ designee, who shall schedule a debriefing and evaluation
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Critical Leave: Within _____ days of the traumatic incident, the employee may be granted up to _____ days of paid leave
5 days
| 2 days of paid leave
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_____________ Commonly referred to as a “reach in” search wherein the officer has probable cause to believe the subject has a weapon or contraband concealed on his/her person. Wherein the suspect remains clothed during the search and the suspect’s genitals are not visible to _________.
Invasive Search:
| onlookers.
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The Supervisor must approve the SW from a member. Then what does the supervisor do?
1-The supervisor must REVIEW THE FACTS of the case/incident to determine if obtaining a search warrant is appropriate.
2- The supervisor must REVIEW the METHODS and resources the member UTILIZED TO VERIFY the affidavit information.
3-member or supervisor CONTACTS Case DETECTIVE and/or SAO for guidance and judge signature
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The following guidelines represent the general criteria to be met prior to the use of SWAT for high-risk search and arrest warrants:
1- The crime at issue is a violent crime or is commonly associated with crimes of violence.
2-. The location in question is barricaded against entry or the suspect is inside a location, vehicle, or hidden from view and refuses to submit to arrest.
3-There is reason to believe the suspect(s) is armed and may use weapons against law enforcement officers.
4-The suspect’s background reveals a propensity towards violence.
5- The location in question is known to be inhabited or frequented by subjects with a propensity towards violence.
6- It is not practical to arrest the suspect(s) outside the location in question while meeting operational objectives.
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Consent to search for vehicles, residences, persons. Written or verbal?
Written always preferred
1-RESIDENCE-SHOULD obtain written
2-VEHICLE-Verbal consent is acceptable
3-PERSON-Verbal consent acceptable
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During lawful arrest where officers search the car, Can officers search the trunk (luggage) compartment of a vehicle?
No, unless independent probable cause exists OR consent is given. STUPID RULE
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Members are required to document all searches and the results. If the incident does not result in an incident or supplemental report, members shall
document the encounter HOW?
As a Field Interview Card under heading “SEARCH.”
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FOR CRIME SCENE SEARCHES:
| Absent __________ a warrant should generally be obtained to search a crime scene.
Absent exigent circumstances,
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FOR CRIME SCENE SEARCHES, if the search will be conducted over an extended period of time or when the property belongs to a potential DEF, what should we do?
Obtain a Search warrant
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Exigent circumstances that may justify entry into a premise without a warrant are instances when one or more of the following conditions exist:
Person(s) are in danger,
A felony is being committed,
Evidence or contraband, other than cannabis, is being destroyed
There is the possibility of the IMMINENT USE of a dangerous WEAPON.
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Can you enter a home, under exigent circumstances, to prevent the destruction of cannabis?
NO
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When searching a TIGN (transgender), If an officer is uncertain as to the individual's gender expression or identity, the officer shall do what?
ASK the individual for THEIR PREFERENCE as to the gender expression or identity of the searching officer.
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Invasive searches are NOT to be conducted in public unless there is reasonable belief of what?
the person in custody may be armed.
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If a member believes the PC is holding contraband in a body cavity, what do we do?
NO BODY CAVITY SEARCH ALLOWED
Brought to the jail for the body scan machine.
The department member shall follow ASO Department of Jail protocol.
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Can we search an arrestees mouth?
Yes, to avoid a serious health risk to the PC or
loss of evidence.
Never place their fingers into the PC’s mouth to retrieve contraband.
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_______________: corrective action taken against an employee that exceeds a written warning
Disciplinary Action
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__________ Any action or conduct that ENCOURAGES, PROMPTS, OR COMPELS an individual to adhere to Departmental orders, directives, and procedures.
This may include COUNSELING OR TRAINING.
Corrective Action
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When an administrative investigation UNCOVERS POSSIBLE CRIMINAL ACTIVITY on the part of a Department employee, the administrative investigation will be tolled (suspended) until when?
IA Commander consults with the Chief and the State Attorney.
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Does a member of an investigation have to submit to a polygraph?
No, they will afforded the opportunity.
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Citizen Complaints are usually filed at the Police Department. But additional methods are:
IA may MAIL the citizen complaint form or
it may be DELIVERED DIRECTLY
Filed at the City of Gainesville’s Equal Opportunity Department.
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Any Department member who receives a complaint against a member from a citizen or other source outside the Department shall immediately do what?
Refer the complainant to an on duty supervisor (defined as a sergeant or above)
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Written Complaints: Will be forwarded to _________.
to Internal Affairs.
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If a complaint involves the use of deadly force or the arrest of a sworn Department member, who do you notify?
Internal Affairs Commander shall be notified immediately to make a determination on how to handle the complaint
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Anonymous complaints shall be investigated only __________ and ________ BY A supervisor unless and until some corroborating evidence is found. Whoever received the complaint shall ensure that an inquiry is completed to determine the validity of the allegation.
verbally and
| preliminarily
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Generally, no action will be taken on anonymous complaints unless:
a. The person is WILLING to submit a SIGNED, written statement.
b. The allegation, if sustained, would constitute CRIMINAL misconduct.
c. There is INDEPENDENT EVIDENCE available, such as Department records, which may be used to corroborate the charge.
d. All anonymous complaints will be documented via IA Pro Blue Team.
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A person who has filed ___________ UNFOUNDED or not sustained complaints within __________ is considered a chronic complainant.
three or more
| two years
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Examples of Counseling/ Training Incidents: May include, but are not limited to:
a. Failure to wear PROPER UNIFORM when required.
b. Unsatisfactory appearance (BODY ODOR, unshaven, hair).
c. Failure to carry and maintain official equipment as required by the Department.
d. Failure to maintain FIREARM in CLEAN and good working order.
e. Failure to advise the Department in writing within ten (10) days of a CHANGE of ADDRESS and/or telephone
number.
f. Failure to maintain a TELEPHONE as required by Department policy.
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How to handle COUNSELING AND TRAINING sessions---Counseling Training Sessions will be:
a. DOCUMENTED by the supervisor in IA Pro BLUE TEAM.
b. HANDLED by the member’s IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR in a timely fashion, and
c. FORWARDED to the BUREAU/Unit Commander for approval.
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Minor Offenses: For the purposes of determining corrective/disciplinary action, the following are considered minor offenses:
Three or more counseling/training sessions in a running twelve-month period,
Failure to report back in service immediately after completing an assignment.
Failure to provide prompt, courteous service to the general public and Department members.
Inefficiency in job performance.
Rudeness towards other City employees, the public or persons in custody.
Three (3) occurrences of damage or loss of Department property (excluding weapons) valued at LESS THAN $1000 by the Department through other than negligence
All Inter-Office Communications (IOCs) to supervisors regarding lost or damaged property shall be attached to the IA PRO Blue Team entry and it shall be retained without action until such time as a Corrective Action is warranted.
Damage or Loss of Department property valued at less than $1000 through negligence or the loss of an item specifically for use as a weapon (expandable baton, chemical weapon) excluding a firearm or Taser (See Major offenses below)
Driving complaints that do not rise to the level of a Safety Rule Violation.
Deficiencies in reports.
Failure to appear for a quasi-judicial (e.g., deposition) or non-criminal judicial proceeding (e.g., traffic courts).
Failure to attend training.
Carrying or wearing non-issued or unauthorized equipment.
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Major Offenses are:
A MAJOR vehicle CRASH/ incident as defined in General Order 61.7.
Failure to appear at a quasi-judicial or non-criminal judicial proceeding more than TWICE in any twelve-month period
Failure to appear for a CRIMINAL judicial proceeding.
AWOL-Absence without approved leave or failure to report for duty.
TARDINESS three (3) times in a 30-day period (City Policy 19 – Rule 11).
Damage of Department property valued at $1000 OR MORE through negligence or the loss of a firearm, Taser or other Department property valued at $1000 or more.
Untruthfulness or Providing a False Statements
Any Moral Character violation as defined in Florida Administrative Code 11B-27.0011.
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Misconduct: When an allegation appears to constitute misconduct, the supervisor shall conduct a preliminary inquiry and, when appropriate, either resolve the matter at this stage or _______________.
initiate a personnel complaint investigation.
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2 part question
Supervisors are encouraged to handle minir, non- recurring misconduct on what level?
IA should be consulted to ensure consistency and then a Blue Team entry completed. All others that do not meet this criteria shall be documented on an _______ and forwarded to IA.
Bereau level
AIR
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Line Supervisors: May be assigned preliminary inquiries and investigations of minor violations that may result in WHAT KIND of discipline?
The issuance of CORRECTIVE ACTION, up to and including a WRITTEN WARNING.
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DISCIPLINE: The following are Examples of the kinds of employee infractions a Line Supervisor may be assigned?
Cases of rudeness,
speeding,
missing quasi- judicial court proceedings,
tardiness.
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DISCIPLINE: Prior to being interviewed, members under investigation shall be informed in writing of:
a. The nature of the investigation and names of all complainants.
b. Their rights under Florida State Statute 112.532 and their responsibilities regarding the investigation.
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The requesting employee shall submit the signed REDII form to Internal Affairs within ________ days of the notification and the employee’s request for a REDII process.
seven
| (7) calendar days
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REDII: The results of this case will not be heard by the internal affairs review panel, the discipline will be decided by who?
Chief
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A process requested by employees who do not contest the pertinent facts of an allegation of employee misconduct. The process is designed to significantly reduce the length of time it takes to complete an investigation.
The Request for Expedited Disposition of Internal Investigation (REDII)
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IA FINDINGS/DISPOSITIONS are as follows:
1) . Not Involved: Investigation established that the member who was subject of the complaint was not involved in an alleged incident.
2) . Unfounded: Investigation revealed that the alleged acts did not occur.
3) . Exonerated: Investigation revealed that the alleged act occurred but the member's actions were justified and reasonable. An explanation must be provided to support the violation of the policy and/or procedure.
4) . Not Sustained: Investigation failed to disclose sufficient information to clearly prove or disprove the allegation.
5). Sustained: Investigation disclosed that the alleged acts occurred and that the acts constituted
misconduct.
6). Policy Failure: The allegations are true. The action of the employee was consistent with
Department policy but the policy itself was incorrect
or deficient. A training review will be conducted, if needed
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Forms of Corrective Action:
Counseling and training
Written warning
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This type of correction action is Viewed as POSITIVE (NOT PUNITIVE) and educational, the purpose of which are to improve skills and increase the ability to understand policies and properly follow procedures.
Counseling and Training
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Is a written warning considered a first offense for the purpose of progressive disciplinary action?
NO
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Sexual Battery: If there is a possibility that a drug was administered to perpetrate the crime, the officer must request that a ___________ be drawn and a urine sample obtained for drug testing purposes
grey-top vial of blood
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Sexual Battery: Why don't we initiate discussion of, or accept, a complaint withdrawal/Sexual Assault Case Suspension Form, nor have the victim sign a waiver of prosecution form.
Due to the trauma of the crime, the victim may not be in a position to make important decisions
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The second interview in a Sexual Battery case should be a Forensic Experiential Traumatic Interview (FETI) technique. Can we record this?
Yes,This interview may be audio or video recorded.
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All sexual assault kits must be sent to the FDLE lab or other authorized lab within __________ of receipt, except ____________.
30 days
non-reporting kits
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In Officer Alleged sex assault cases, what is the supervisor responsibilities?
RESPOND
Ensure that NOTIFICATION is made to the GPD Command Staff by the Combined Communications Center, via the paging system.
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If LEO from another agency is alleged to commit sexual assault, what does the supervisor do?
Personally notify, or direct the arresting officer to notify, the employing agency of the arrest, the specific charge and the time of the arrest, prior to the end of the working shift during which the arrest was made, or as soon as possible thereafter.
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NON-REPORTING 29X
The hospital staff (complainant) is issued ___________ number by the Alachua County Communication Center (CCC) upon calling. You must insure the number matches the paperwork of the hospital facility.
an incident
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NON REPORTING 29X
| When approving reports, do Approving supervisors need to forward these reports to the Criminal Investigations Division?
No
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Dating Violence is Violence between individuals who have or have had a continuing and significant relationship of a romantic or intimate nature. The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on the consideration of the following factors:
A dating relationship must have existed within the past 6 months;
The nature of the relationship must have been characterized by the expectation
of AFFECTION OR SEXUAL involvement between the parties;
AND
Relationship MUST have included that the persons have been INVOLVED over time and on a CONTINOUS basis during the course of the relationship.
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The term Dating violence DOES NOT include:
Violence in a casual acquaintanceship or violence between individuals who only have engaged in ordinary fraternization in a business or social context.
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What is A two-pronged intervention process that features a lethality screening tool and an accompanying protocol referral that provides direction for members to initiate appropriate action based on the results of the screening process.
Lethality Assessment Program (LAP)
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What is An eleven question checklist designed to predict danger and lethality to a domestic/dating violence victim. Specific responses trigger the “protocol referral,” which directs the member to place the victim in direct phone contact with a domestic violence program counselor.
Domestic/Dating Violence Lethality Screen for First Responders (DVL Screen):
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Do you have to get WRITTEN statements from victims and witnesses in domestic violence?
Yes.. YOU SHALL per FSS.
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High Lethality Assessment Program (LAP) cases: Victim Advocates are required to attempt face-to-face contact with the listed victim within ____________ of receiving the LAP form from the patrol officer.
forty-eight (48) business hours
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Juvenile Domestic Offenders:the Gainesville Police Department may refer these cases to the ______________, in lieu of an arrest.
CDS (Family & Behavioral Health Services) MUST refer if no arrest made with PC
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE:
If a juvenile is _________ years of age,
consult a supervisor prior to arrest.
under 13
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Juvenile Domestic Offenders should still be arrested for the following:
1) . The harm the abuser caused or threatened would constitute an aggravated battery or any other FELONY
2) . The victim gives accounts of PREVIOUS incidents which would lead the officer to believe that the offending juvenile has a PATERN of violence against the victim.
3) . The juvenile offender has exhibited a significant PATTERN of violence in the home toward other family members in addition to the victim.
4). PREVIOUS EFFORTS TO RESOLVE an incident involving the same juvenile offender through CDS referral
or Interface were not successful.
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Options with Juveniles Domestic Offenders if no arrest is made:
CDS referral forms for follow-up counseling.
turned over to another family member or guardian if agreed upon by all parties.
transported to Interface, a non-secure facility located at 1400 NW 29th Road.
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Domestic Violence: The following criteria can be used to assist in the member’s determining the primary aggressor:
Comparative extent of any injuries inflicted, the nature of the injuries, as well as the use of weapons,
Actions taken in self-defense, including indications of defensive wounds,
Disparity in physical size,
Fear of physical injury because of past or present threats,
Circumstances of the onset of violence,
History of domestic/dating abuse perpetrated by one party
against the other,
Existence or previous existence of orders for protection.
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If a member of GPD is arrested for DV, what is supervisors role?
Supervisor will be contacted and respond
Shift commander shall be notified asap and shall respond
Shift commander shall ensure that the Internal Affairs Division and the suspect member’s chain of command is notified and the appropriate disciplinary process initiated.
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A public nuisance is how many incidents' in how long on what crimes?:
At least 3 occasions within a 6 month period for:
1-unlawful sale, delivery, manufacture, or cultivation of a controlled substance (2 sales/1 felony possession)
2-prostitution and prostitution-related activity
3-criminal street gang conduct
4-dealing in stolen property.
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A ___________ is an active attempt by a sworn member of the Department, using their vehicle’s emergency equipment, to apprehend the driver of a moving motor vehicle when the driver knowingly and willfully refuses to stop and ____________ in an effort to avoid or delay stopping or capture.
Pursuit
violates other laws
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The term hate crime does not refer to a criminal offense itself and is only used for ________
classifying the degree of the criminal penalty.
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The words “Hate Crime” will be included on the mittimus in the_________.
body of the narrative.
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During death investigation, who shall ensure the next-of-kin are notified?
Members assigned
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Natural/Unattended and Accidental Deaths: Who shall be responsible for requesting and
notifying the Medical Examiner's Office regarding the circumstances of the case?
The on-scene supervisor
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Any person travelling by foot/vehicle/conveyance in order to SOLICIT OPINIONS/POLITICAL CAMPAIGN....
Canvasser
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Any person travelling by foot/vehicle/conveyance in order to OFFER GOODS/MECH FOR SALE
Peddler
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_________ is The act (intentional or unintentional) of applying or incorporating
personal, societal, or organizational biases and/or stereotypes when making decisions and/or
taking police action, which occurs when that decision or action is based solely on a person’s
race, color, ethnicity, background, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity/expression, religion or other belief system, economic status, age, culture, political
status, physical disability , neurodiverse conditions, housing status, occupation, immigration
status, language fluency or any physical or personal characteristic, rather than on the behavior
of the individual or the identification of the individual as being, having been, or about to be
engaged in criminal activity.
Bias-Based Profiling:
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_________ is The identification of a person or group of people by gender, age, race,
and/or other characteristics, which is intended to identify a particular type of perpetrator, thereby narrowing the field of potential suspects in major criminal investigations. The profile is based on
the scrutiny of a set of facts and factors common to specific (e.g., serial murder with a certain
‘signature’) or general (e.g., narcotics trafficking) criminal activity, and which is based on current
and historical law enforcement investigative knowledge and experience
Criminal Profiling:
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_________ is Bias that reflects a person's consciously held belief or attitude. In contrast to
implicit bias, an explicit bias is one that occurs as a result of a deliberate thought. Explicit bias is
DELIBERATELY FORMED and should be consciously regulated.
Explicit Bias:
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A _____________ involves contacting and questioning a person or persons when
the officer observes circumstances that arouse reasonable suspicion or cause alarm. The
subjects contacted may be on foot, on a bicycle, in a vehicle, etc.
Field Interview:
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____________ --National Initiative for Building Community Trust & Justice describes this as the
AUTOMATIC association people make between groups of people and stereotypes about those
groups. Under certain conditions, those automatic associations can influence behavior—making
people respond in biased ways even when they are not explicitly prejudiced.
Implicit Bias
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_____________ is based on set of facts and circumstances which when put together
would lead an Officer to reasonably believe that the person in question is engaging, is about to
engage in, or has engaged in criminal activity.
Reasonable Suspicion:
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There are two main procedures involving
| citizen encounters that all personnel must follow. WHAT ARE THEY?
citizen contacts
| ‘stop and frisk’
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According to policy, Another term for stop and frisk is what?
Terry Stop
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Stop: Whenever an officer encounters any person under circumstances which reasonably indicate that such person has committed, is committing, or is about to commit a law violation of this state or the criminal ordinances of the City of Gainesville, the officer may temporarily detain such person for the purpose of ascertaining what?
The identity of the person temporarily detained and the
| circumstances surrounding the person’s presence
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Members shall electronically document all “stops” that result in a “frisk” If the incident does not result in an incident or supplemental report, members shall
document the encounter how?
Field Interview Card using the title “Stop and Frisk”.
290
RESTRAINT DOCUMENTATION-Members shall document the specific reasons for the
temporary use of the restraints on what forms?
- Original Incident/Investigation Report,
- Supplemental Report.
- NOT ON AN FIELD CARD
291
Supervisors shall periodically review a sampling of in car video recordings of stops and of reports filed on stops / arrests by officers, and shall
____________.
respond at random to officers on vehicle stops and calls for service
292
In regards to Police/citizen encounters:
Whenever it appears that there may be or is a policy violation, Supervisors will take appropriate action from ordering training to ________ . Supervisors will document __________ in the appropriate record keeping software as approved by the Chief of Police.
filing a formal complaint
actions taken
293
Are law enforcement officers who are victims of crimes while on duty entitled to the protections afforded by Marsy’s Law to the same extent as non-LEO’s?
Yes.
LEOs have the same constitutional protections under Marsy’s Law when they are victims of crimes while acting in their as a LEO, just as any other victim.
294
If Officer use Marsy’s Law protection, when would he/she lose that protection?
officer was not a victim,
used excessive force,
committed a CRIMINAL ACT during the incident,
295
_____________ includes a person who is NOT a HEALTHCARE practitioner and who has experience working as or with a first responder and has been designated by the first responder’s employing agency to PROVIDE PEER SUPPORT.
A first responder peer
296
________ means the provision of physical, moral, or emotional support to a first responder by a first responder peer for the purpose of addressing physical or emotional conditions or other issues associated with being a first responder.
Peer support
297
Can a BB gun be a “deadly weapon” for purposes of charging Aggravated Assault?
YES...as long it can be shown that the BB gun could be used “in a way likely to produce death or great bodily harm.”
298
Can an officer to make “small talk” with the driver for the purpose of delay in order to allow a K-9 officer to arrive?
NO
299
During a traumatic incident, if the member does a Self-Referral to EAP, the member shall schedule within _______, and be willing to confirm the appointments with his/her supervisor.
the next three business days
300
For a Traumatic incident, When shall the Personnel Services Division Commander be notified if the member is involved in a shooting, an officer-involved death?
as soon as practicable
301
For a traumatic incident, who shall evaluate the employee and make a recommendation regarding the person’s fitness for duty and the need for further treatment.
psychologist or psychiatrist
302
Danger to Self or Others:
When a Departmental member poses a threat to himself/herself or others or is unable to perform his/her essential job function(s) due to psychological problems, the member shall be referred to ____________.
the Personnel Services Division Commander, who shall submit to a fitness for duty evaluation by the EAP provider
303
A supervisor may recommend that the member receive evaluation and treatment when a Department member is exhibiting DIMINISHED WORK PERFORMANCE due to outside factors such as what?
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marital,
financial,
family,
psychological problems,
other influences
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304
______ is the exchange of services, personnel, and/or equipment between LEO agencies for routine LEO operations and/or emergencies.
Mutual Aid
305
Conflict of Lawful Orders: If any lawful order given by a supervisor conflicts with a previous order, what should you do?
1-Respectfully CALL ATTENTION to such a conflict,
2-If the supervisor does not change the order to alleviate such a conflict, the ORDER SHALL STAND
3-The member shall NOT be held ACCOUNTABLE for non-compliance with the original order
306
Unjust or Improper Orders: Members receiving LAWFUL orders they believe are UNJUST or contrary to agency directives shall do what?
1-Obey the order to the best of their abilities,
2- Report the circumstances, via the chain-of-command, to the bureau commander.
307
Personnel who staff a traffic checkpoint shall have the following equipment, at a minimum:
- A reflective traffic vest or raincoat, (worn at all times when in traffic)
- Fluorescent traffic gloves, (worn at all times when in traffic)
- Traffic whistle,
- Traffic wand and flashlight,
- Cones, reflective barricades, and flares (when necessary
308
Can Members pursue and stop vehicles that make a U-turn or use an alternate route to avoid the checkpoint, unless a violation of the law is observed.
NO
309
___________ is A location where law enforcement personnel stop some or all traffic to inspect vehicles and interview drivers for the purpose of enforcing traffic laws.
Checkpoint:
310
Commercial Vehicle: A motor vehicle shall be classified as a commercial vehicle if it meets any of the following conditions:
- A truck with a gross weight rating of 10,000 POUNDS or more, OR
- A vehicle displaying a hazardous material PLACARD, OR
- A vehicle designed to transport more than 15 PASSENGERS, including the driver
311
Department members are to respond to the following parking lot crashes only:
- A crash with injury;
- A crash with fatality;
- A hit and run crash;
- A DUI crash;
- A crash, which requires a wrecker to remove the vehicle;
- A crash with a commercial motor vehicle.
- A crash participant INSISTS a report be taken
312
3 Part Question:
Unless it is needed for evidence, a motor vehicle illegally parked or disabled due to the crash shall be towed by a wrecker company selected ________ or from the ______ list if the vehicle is unable to be moved or towed by the owner within _______ (what time frame) after the crash?
by the owner
rotation
30 minutes
313
b. Vehicles impounded as evidence shall be towed by the ________ and placed into secure storage
contractual wrecker service
314
Do you have to take pictures of crashes involving City vehicles?
YES, unless a City employee from the involved Department (Gainesville Regional Utilities; RTS) arrives to take the photographs.
315
In reference to traffic crashes, For Evidentiary Purposes you have to take pictures when the investigation may or does involve what 3 things?
1- fatality,
2-serious injury,
3-known or suspected significant CRIMINAL VIOLATION
316
A Florida Traffic Crash Report does not need to be completed for collisions occurring on private property, unless the collision involves THESE 3 THINGS?
death, injury or a criminal act.
317
For traffic crashes:
| Do we write Citations for violations that occur on private property?
NO, unless a crime/criminal traffic offense is involved
318
When GPD personnel are dispatched to investigate or assist with a crash on I-75, a sworn member and _____________ will be dispatched to the crash pending supervisory approval
a sworn supervisor
319
Traffic crashes on I75:
| If FHP is unable to respond GPD personnel will work the crash. A supervisor should do what?
verify with CCC that FHP cannot respond.
320
________ occurrences of damage or loss of Department property (excluding weapons) valued at less than ______ by the Department through other than negligence is a MINOR OFFENSE.
3
| $1,000
321
MAJOR OR MINOR OFFENSE?
Damage or Loss of Department property valued at less than $1000 through negligence or the loss of an item specifically for use as a weapon (expandable baton, chemical weapon) excluding a firearm or Taser
MINOR OFFENSE
322
MAJOR OR MINOR OFFENSE?
Damage of Department property valued at $1000 or more through negligence or the loss of a firearm, Taser or other Department property valued at $1000 or more.
MAJOR
323
All sexual assault kits must be sent to the FDLE lab or other authorized lab within _______ of receipt. (This excluded any kits collected as a result of a non-reporting sexual battery or in the rare circumstance a case is unfounded prior to the receipt of the kit).
30 days
324
In a GPD Officer suspected 29x, what do we do?
The responding officer shall ENSURE that a SUPERVISOR is, or will be, RESPONDING
HANDLE the investigation in a manner consistent with the policies used in all sexual violence cases.
The SUPERVISOR SHALL RESPOND to the scene
The supervisor shall ensure that NOTIFICATION is made to the GPD Command Staff by the CCC, via the paging system.
325
In a 29x officer from another agency, what do we do?
inform supervisor,
Supervisor shall PERSONALLY notify, OR DIRECT arresting officer to notify, the employing agency of the arrest,
the specific charge and the time of the arrest,
PRIOR TO THE END of the working shift during which the arrest was made, or ASAP thereafter.
326
In a non-reporting sexual battery, do we forward the incident report to CID?
No
327
Domestic Violence: FAMILY or HOUSE HOLD MEMBER means:
- Spouses,
- Former spouses,
- Persons related by BLOOD or MARRIAGE,
- Persons who are PRESENTLY RESIDING together as if a family or
- Persons who have RESIDED together IN THE PAST as if a family. This includes same-gender relationships.
- Persons who have a CHILD IN COMMON regardless of whether they have been married and regardless of whether or not they have resided together as a family.
328
Dating Violence means:
A dating relationship must have existed WITHIN the PAST 6 MONTHS
Characterized by the expectation of affection or sexual involvement between the parties; AND
The frequency/type of interaction between MUST have included that the persons have been involved OVER TIME and on a CONTINUOUS BASIS during the course of the relationship.
329
Does the term Dating Violence does include a casual acquaintanceship or between individuals who only have engaged in ordinary fraternization in a business or social context?
NO
330
__________ is A two-pronged intervention process that features a lethality screening tool and an accompanying protocol referral that provides direction for members to initiate appropriate action based on the results of the screening process.
Lethality Assessment Program (LAP)
331
How many questions are in the checklist in the Domestic/Dating Violence Lethality Screen for First Responders (DVL Screen)?
11
332
When doing a Domestic/Dating Violence Lethality Screen for First Responders (DVL Screen), Specific responses trigger the “protocol referral,” which directs the member to place the victim in ____________ with a domestic violence program counselor.
direct phone contact
333
Using interpreters during DV investigations:
| We should only use family, friends, or bystanders for interpreting in what circumstances?
very informal, non- confrontational contexts, and only to obtain basic information at the request of the LEP individual
334
Do we have to obtain written statements from victims and witnesses of domestic/dating violence
Yes
335
Juvenile DV arrest only when:
1) . The harm the abuser caused or threatened would constitute an aggravated battery or any other FELONY
2) . The victim gives accounts of PREVIOUS INCIDENTS which would lead the officer to believe that the offending juvenile has a pattern of violence against the victim.
3) . The juvenile offender has exhibited a significant PATTERN OF VIOLENCE in the home toward other family members in addition to the victim.
4). Previous EFFORTS to RESOLVE an incident involving the same juvenile offender through CDS
referral or Interface were NOT successful.
336
Noise Disturbance: Any sound that:
DISTURBS-EXCEEDS-PLAINLY AUDIBLE
1. DISTURBS a reasonable person of normal sensitivities;
2. EXCEEDS the sound level limits set by City Ordinance; and/or
3. Is PLAINLY audible as defined in this section.
337
NOISE: Reasonable time for sound-making DEVICE or INSTRUMENT within a motor vehicle is __________
instantly.
338
NOISE: reasonable time” is _________ in the case of non-vehicular sound emitters and ___________ for vehicular sound emitters.
15 minutes
two calendar days
339
Noise Violation Enforcement for violations after WARNING 1-5:
First RESPONSE- Warning
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First Violation-Citation
Second- Citation/Fine doubled
Third- Citation/mandatory COURT
Fourth- MAY make Physical arrest
Fifth and Subsequent-CRIMINAL
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340
PUBLIC NUISANCE is defined as any structure or portion thereof as defined in FSS 810.011 or any piece, parcel tract or plot of land or any portion thereof which has been used for what activity?
Drug sales 3 in 6 months
OR 2 in 6 months with 1 FELONY possession
Prostitution 3 in 6 months
Stolen Property 3 in 6 months
Street Gangs 3 in 6 months
341
GPD crash point system matrix.
Minor Crash – 1 point
Enhanced – 2 points
Major Crash – 3 points
342
GPD CRASH MATRIX Point totals and discipline shall be within a 24 month period as follows:
1 point: Written Warning
2 points: Employee notice loss of take home car/assigned car for one week (7 days)
3 points: Employee Notice, loss of take home/assigned car for two weeks (14 days)
4 points: Employee Notice, loss of take home/assigned car for 4 weeks (28 days)
5+ points: Employee Notice, suspension or termination, loss of take home/assigned car for 8 WEEKS (56 days)
343
DISCIPLINE:
__________ ARE Violations of standards of conduct established by General Order directives that DO NOT also RISE to the LEVEL OF MISCONDUCT as determined by City Policy.
They are often handled as PERFORMANCE INFRACTIONS and resolved with corrective action and not discipline.
Minor Infractions:
344
______________ Violations of standards of conduct established by General Order directives that DO RISE TO THE LEVEL OF MISCONDUCT. Often RESULT in DISCIPLINE.
Major Infractions:
345
______________ is a system established to REVIEW REPEAT INSTANCES in which an employee is involved in a use-of-force or named in a misconduct complaint so that TIMELY INTERVENTION, if warranted, can occur.
Early Warning System
| Also, monitored by IA
346
IA INVESTIGATIONS
Per FSS 112.532, the investigation must be completed within ________ after the date the agency received notice of the alleged misconduct
180 days
347
Line Supervisors May be assigned preliminary inquiries and investigations of minor violations that may result in the issuance of corrective action, up to and including a _________.
written warning.
348
Examples of disciplinary investigations a LINE SUPERVISOR MIGHT INVESTIGATE:
cases of rudeness,
speeding,
missing quasi- judicial court proceedings,
tardiness.
349
Bureau/Unit/Shift COMMANDERS/Civilian Managers: May be assigned preliminary inquiries, and cases classified as minor that may result in what forms of corrective action?
EMPLOYEE NOTICE WITHOUT suspension, demotion, or termination.
350
FOR IA/DISCIPLINE POLICY:
Any type of punitive action issued via a Written Instruction and Cautioning may be challenged through the __________ process.
Grievance
351
If a driver cannot provide his/her driver’s license, then Section 322.15(2) F.S. requires the offender to: i
Imprint his/her fingerprint upon the citation OR
| the officer can collect the fingerprints electronically.
352
Overdoses: When calling 911 for overdose for drugs/alcohol offenses, the caller can't be charged WITH (FSS 893 OR 562) SO LONG AS:
1-Caller stays on scene and cooperates
2-The evidence obtained was AS A RESULT OF seeking medical help
INCLUDES PROBATION CHARGES
353
How much THC in
Hemp?
Illegal Cannabis?
Hemp .3% or less
| Weed 2%-30%
354
____________-A person whose residency in a dwelling intended for residential use has occurred FOR BRIEF LENGTH OF TIME,
NO LEASE
INTENT was transient in nature.
TRANSIET OCCUPANT
355
The law sets out factors which establish that a person is a transient occupant. These amended factors include, but are not limited to:
1. (NO INTEREST OR LEASE) The person does not have an ownership interest, financial interest, or leasehold interest in this residential property which entitles him or her to occupancy of the property.
2. (NO UTILITIES) The person does not have any property utility subscriptions for this property.
3. (NO PROOF-12 MOS) The person cannot produce documentation, correspondence, or identification cards sent or issued by a government agency, including, but not limited to, the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles or the Supervisor of Elections, which show that the person used the property address as an address of record with the agency within the previous 12 months.
4. (MINIMAL/NO RENT) The person pays minimal or no rent for his or her stay at the property.
5. (NO ROOM OF THEIR OWN) The person does not have a designated space of his or her own, such as a room, at the property.
6. (MINIMAL/NO BELONGINGS) The person has minimal, if any, personal belongings at the property.
7. (LIVES ELSEWHERE) The person has an apparent permanent residence elsewhere.
356
FOR TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY:
Does minor contributions made for the purchase of household goods, or minor contributions towards other household expenses establish residency?
No
357
FOR TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY:
| How does the PEP get he occupant to leave?
First direct the unwanted transient occupant to leave BEFORE seeking the assistance of LEO
Then complete a sworn affidavit containing facts, including the applicable factors from the list above, which establishes that the transient occupant is unlawfully refusing to leave the residence
358
Members will not work more than _____ OT per week?
25
359
A category of death in which the deceased was at the hospital being treated by a physician or was under the care of hospice.
Attended death
360
If death notification can't be made PRIOR to the end of shift, who do we notify?
Shift Commander
361
Any person who cooperates with LEO to IMPROVE THEIR STATUS.
Confidential INFORMANT
362
Any person who PROVIDES info to LEO in return for money.
Confidentail SOURCE
363
Juveniles as CI's…what extra steps do we need?
1-Permission from CID commander
2-Waiver w/signature of juvenile and parent
3-Notify a supervisor when meeting a juvenile alone if OPPOSITE GENDER
364
Can a BB gun be considered a deadly weapon to charge with Aggravated Assault?
YES-as long it can be shown that the BB gun could be used “in a way likely to produce death or great bodily harm.”
365
For marijuanna, ______, is defined as the acquisition, possession, use, delivery, transfer, or administration of marijuanna by an AUTHORIZED physician certification.
Medical Use
366
EAP-Refusal To Participate: What is the punishment for Any member refusing to participate in mandatory
counseling?
shall be subject to potential discipline.
367
Disorderly Conduct-elements?
Whoever commits such acts as are of a nature to corrupt the public morals, or
- outrage the sense of public decency, or
- affect the peace and quiet of persons who may witness them, or
- engages in brawling or fighting,
368
transporting, soliciting, recruiting, harboring, providing, enticing, maintaining, purchasing, patronizing, procuring, or obtaining another person for the purpose of exploitation of that person.
Human trafficking
369
A person 21 years of age or older who impregnates a child under 16 years of age commits an act of
CHILD ABUSE
370
____________:
have the authority to decide whether to respond to requests for assistance from
another agency listed in the table above.
Lieutenants (or an acting shift commander) and above
