Promotional Questions Flashcards
Who will administer the oath of office to new sworn personnel?
The director or deputy director
What does the FHP Policy provide to its members to assist them in making decisions and judgments during the course of their law-enforcement career?
Code of Ethics
Each member of the FHP shall be responsible to conform to what?
Code of Conduct
Members will not obey any order which they know to be illegal. If member has doubt as to the legality of the order given by a superior officer, what should the member do?
Clarify the order with the superior officer then ask permission to confer with a higher authority
What is considered unsatisfactory performance by FHP members?
Lack of knowledge of application of the law, absence without leave, failure to take appropriate action, unwillingness or inability to perform assigned task
What must a member do if they are asked by another to photograph or reproduce their ID cards or badges?
Get the approval of the director
What must a member do if they are asked by another to use their names, photographs, or official titles for testimonies or advertisements?
Get the approval of the director
Who must give their approval before a member can address public gatherings, appear on radio TV, prepare articles for publication, act as correspondence to a newspaper release or divulge information about the division?
Division command. District command. Troop Commander. Chain of command up to director
If member’s current resident address and telephone number for emergency contact changes, who must the member notify?
Duty Station, Their Supervisor, and Troop Commander
How long does the member have to update the appropriate personnel in regards to their home address and telephone number change?
48 hours
Unless exigency circumstances exist that requires immediate police action, who must the member get approval from before they can undertake an investigation or official action not part of their regular duties?
Superior Officer
Who must the member get permission from before they can divulge identity of a persons giving confidential information, evidence documents, and photographs to media?
Deputy Director
To be considered as a transfer, how many miles is required before moving a member from one geographic area of the state to a different geographic location?
50 miles from current duty station
When does all applications for reassignment expires for sworn members?
June 30th of each year
An employee will be given a minimum of how many days of notice prior to the effective date of a reassignment?
14 Calendar Days
An employee will be given a minimum of how many days of notice prior to the effective date of a transfer?
30 Calendar Days
For a transfer, the member’s clothing and equipment record form will be forwarded to the new troop headquarters within how many days of the effective date of transfer?
14 days
For a transfer, the member’s troop personal record, medical records and all training records will be forward to the new troop headquarters within how many days of the effective date of transfer?
14 days
The firearms action form will be completed and faxed to the fleet and property section within how many days?
Two Days
If a member is absent for the promotional exam due to serious illness, the member may make a request to the direction to take a make up test within how many hours?
72 hours
If a member want to review their completed promotional test, how long does the member have to make their request for the review?
10 days of the postmark of the final promotion list
If a member want to challenge an examine, how long does the member have to submit the challenge in writing after the date of the exam?
5 working days
Who is in charge of scheduling duty hours and zone assignment within the district?
Sub district Lieutenants
What is the maximum amount of FLSA special compensatory leave a member can accumulate?
100 hours
What is the maximum number of hours of annual leave can an employee accumulates in excess of by December 31st before excess hours is converted to sick leave hours?
360 hours
Due to mutual agreement, how many calendar days does an included member have to use their leave obtained by working on a holiday?
60 calendar days
How many minimum days in advance should a member request leave of 40 continuous hours or more?
60 days in advance
Members who are subject to a domestic violence injunction will be assigned to work what type of duty?
Administrative Duties
Who is the step one representative in GRIP?
Troop Commander
Who is the step two representative in GRIP?
Chief of personnel services
What is a form of off-duty police employment administered by the division?
Hireback
What is punishment for the first violation of an off-duty privilege in a 12 month period?
10 days of suspension from off-duty
What is the punishment for the second violation of an off-duty privilege in a 12 month period?
30 days suspension from off-duty
What is the punishment for the third violation of an off-duty privilege in a 12 month period?
six months suspension from off-duty
What is the punishment for the fourth violation of an off–duty privilege in a 12 month period?
one year suspension from off-duty
What will happen if a member receive three citizen complaints for rude and discourteous within a three year period?
Documented discussion with Troop Commander
What will happen if a member receive four citizen complaints for rude and discourteous within a three year period?
Remedial Training
What will happen if a member receive five citizen complaints for rude and discourteous within a three year period?
Fitness for duty evaluation
How often are district meeting supposed to be conducted?
semiannual basis
When should district meetings and supervisory meeting be conducted on?
on Fridays
Who must the member immediately notify when they become aware that they will be named as a defendant in a civil action suit as a result of actions of an official capacity on or off duty?
The director and the office of general counsel
Who must the member notify when they becomes aware that they will be charged in a criminal case?
Immediate supervisor
Who must a supervisor notify, when the supervisor notices or becomes aware of unusual behavior patterns by any member that would indicate stress?
Immediate supervisor and Troop Commander
When a member loses an issued item, how long do they have to produce the missing item or documentation that the item is no longer issued to them?
24 hours
Who will determine whether a missing item or issued equipment is of significant value or nature to warrant an investigation?
Troop Commander
Who shall physically inspect each motor vehicle under his command at lease once monthly?
Troop Commander or the Troop Commander’s designee
How often should a patrol vehicle tires be checked?
Weekly
What can Emergency Contact on DAVID be used for?
Only for Emergency Situation
Can Emergency Contact on DAVID be used for an investigation?
NO
What is included in an Emergency Contact information on DAVID?
Name, Address, and Phone Number
What is the punishment for an unauthorized wrecker to monitor police radio?
Non Criminal violation, will be removed and impounded
What is the charge for an unauthorized wrecker to drive by a scene prior to Authorize Wrecker and initiate contact with wrecked vehicle?
2nd degree misdemeanor, will be removed and impounded
What must an unauthorized wrecker disclose to a wrecked vehicle’s owner who initiate contact with them when they drive by the scene?
in writing or name, DL number, not being towed for ins company or lien holder, has insurance with 300k and 50k on hook.
What is the punishment for an unauthorized wrecker to falsely identify himself as an authorized wrecker?
1st degree misdemeanor, removal of wrecker and impounded
What is the fine amount punishment for Unauthorize Wrecker?
first offense is $500 and $1000 for subsequent offenses
When can an Unauthorized Wrecker be release from impound?
When they pay their fine or the Unauthorized Wrecker is sold
Does State Law prevents owner/citizens from contacting Unauthorized or Authorized Wrecker?
No
What must Trooper do when they tow an Unauthorize Wrecker from Scene?
Complete tow sheet, UWR, make notation on tow sheet of hold until fine is paid. Notify Authorized Wrecker towing and Regional Communication Center of Hold and write it on UWR
Where is the Lieutenant rank insignia be placed in the shoulder board?
1 inch from the gold thread on the outside edge of the shorter board
Who will investigate an agency vehicle resulting in a fatality?
Lieutenant or above who will also oversee the traffic homicide investigation
Who will conduct monthly inspection of Sergeants?
Lieutenants
Who will serve as the District juvenile Coordinator?
District Lieutenants
Who will regularly appear at the district juvenile justice counsel within his or her district?
Lieutenants or designee
Who will ensure that preliminary report be completed by the seizing member using the FHP 72 hours report?
District Lieutenants
Seizing member will forward the forfeiture packet to the District Lieutenant within how many days?
3 days
How many days from the date of the decision to proceed with the forfeiture does the District Lieutenant have to review the entire Forfeiture packet for completeness and forward it to the district commander?
5 days
Who will promptly report missing documents in seizure/forfeiture packet upon receipt to the office of the General Counsel?
District Lieutenant
Who is responsible for having the division of motorist services and towing released?
District Lieutenant
Who is the designee responsible for Annual Wrecker inspection?
Lieutenant
Who is ultimately responsible for the Annual Wrecker inspection to be completed in between the month of September and December?
Trooper commander or his designee
Who will supervise a traffic crash investigation resulting from a pursuit?
Designated district lieutenant
Who will review and initial monthly inspections conducted by sergeants?
Lieutenants
Who will complete a facility inspection of a sub district station on an annual basis?
The station commander
Who will complete a facility inspection of the Troop headquarter office on an annual basis?
the OOC - Officer Operations Manager
Are workspace office at station subject to entry and inspection without notice?
yes
Who can authorize a member to place keys or locks on department equipment or facilities?
Troop Commander or Deputy Director
Who will the member immediately report MVR equipment failure to?
Immediate supervisor as soon as practical
What is the time frame on an Ex Parte order?
15 days
How long does the member have to transmit citations?
5 days
Where must a supervisor’s informal MAPP referral to an Employee be placed?
in the employee file
How often must a member check their emails if they are assigned a computer?
twice a shift
What must be documented in a Domestic violence report?
Signs of abuse and information regarding providing the victim with information about their rights
What is an intentional unlawful threat by word or act to do violence to the person coupled with the apparent ability to do so well-founded fear in such person?
Assault
When can a member interrogate a Juvenile without a parent or custodian?
When they are a victim or witness
What is the time restriction on drivers who are under 17 years of age?
11PM to 6AM
How long is a crash report confidential?
60 days
What is the level of crime for releasing confidential information?
Felony
What is the keyword for Careless Driving?
Careful and prudent
What is the key component of “Open Container”?
Belong to driver if not own by passenger, seal is broken and readily consumable
What is the maximum width of a vehicle?
102 inches
What is the maximum allowable length of a load extending past the front bumper?
3 feet
How long does a person have to get a Florida Driver License when they are living and working in Florida?
30 days
When can someone who is 18-year of age drive a commercial vehicle without a CDL?
when they are transporting agricultural and forestry products
How long is a CMV driver placed out of service for any amount of alcohol in their system?
24 hours
What is the punishment for CMV driver if he refuses to submit to a chemical test a 2nd time?
permanent disqualification of CDL
What is the maximum number of hours a member can have a juvenile in custody?
6 hours
What must a member do before releasing a juvenile to someone who is not the parent of the child?
Run a background check
All traffic stops must be called on the radio from what time to what time?
11PM To 7AM eastern time
What is the term for a person who is in actual physical control of a vehicle?
Operator
The signage on CMV doors has to be visible from what distance?
50 feet
What is the key component of the Stop and Frisk law?
Reasonably indicates and in area of the current contact and the member must have reasonable suspicion
What is the process of making an inferences and judgement about the cause of people’s behavior?
Attribution
What is the tendency to attribute one’s own success to one’s abilities and to blame failures on external factors beyond one’s control?
Self-serving bias
What is the term used for the organizational leader who directly supervises, manages and leads the employee involved in a given situation or case study?
Focal Leader
What is the process of making an attribution based on how other people perform a specific task?
Consensus
What is the conflict management strategy where a leader mandates a solution to groups that are experiencing conflict with each other?
Forcing
What is the process where a group strives for unanimity rather than objectively appraising and selecting the best course of action?
Group Think
What is the minimum speed a driver can travel on the interstate where the speed limit is 70?
50mph
What must a supervisor do when a case of Sexual Discrimination is reported to them?
must contact Office of Employee Relation through chain of command
Who is responsible for investigating cases involving Sexual Discrimination?
Chief of Personnel Services
How many days does a member have to file a grievance?
14 days from the day the incident leading to the grievance
How many days does the PBA contract says in regards to filing a grievance?
15 days
How many days does a gun stay in evidence when the gun was obtained from a non arrest situation?
60 days
How many days does a member have to return a search warrant?
10 days
If a member want to seize currency, what’s the minimum amount before a member can seize?
$5000 or more to cover cost of litigation
How many rounds should a member have in their service weapon at all time?
10 rounds in magazine plus one in the chamber for a total of 11
Who must a member contact if they are the arresting officer of a juvenile who committed a felony?
School superintendent
How often is a member trained on ethics?
at least once every two years
How long does a member have to update changes to their current residence?
48 hours
How long does a member have to produce missing items issued to them?
24 hours
What is the maximum number of units allowable in a pursuit?
3 units
Who can authorize more units to join in a pursuit?
supervisor overseeing the pursuit
What is the level of charge for someone who provide incorrect date of birth when applying for a driver license?
Misdemeanor
State Law gives the Department how many days to have crash reported ready for purchase?
10 days
How fast can a member travel on the shoulder when confronted with congested traffic while responding to an emergency?
15mph
When a member has a Domestic violence injunction against them, how long does the supervisor have to deliver all of the member’s firearms to the FHP armory?
24 hours
How long is the training for PR 24?
12 hours
How many shotgun rounds must a member have in the shotgun and in the car?
4 rounds in magazine, 6-00 buck shot in car, 5 slugs in car for a total of 15 rounds
What is the punishment for a CDL holder who has an expired CDL?
non moving infraction
When can you search a house without a warrant?
Exigent circumstances
How many traffic infraction before someone risk becoming a habitual traffic offender?
15 or more
How many DWLSR before someone risk becoming a habitual traffic offender?
three or more convictions
What level felony is fleeing or eluding?
third degree felony
What is the maximum number of hours evidence can remain in the TSF bins?
96 hours
How long does a member have to submit a drug interdiction report for drug cases?
5 days
How often should a member sanitize a patrol vehicle?
every 6 months
Towing vehicle may not exceed how many feet?
15 feet
What must be displayed if a vehicle is being towed by chain?
a 12 inch white flag on the cable
How many feet must a license plate be visible from?
100 feet
Can a child be left in a running vehicle?
no
How long can a child be left in a vehicle not running before it becomes illegal?
more than 15 minutes
Is it a mandatory court appearance when someone causes a crash resulting in death or great bodily harm?
yes
Is it mandatory court appearance for someone to pass a school bus on the side where children are being loaded and unloaded?
yes
What is required of the driver who is cited with speed greater than 30mph?
appear in court
What is the maximum number of FHP Auxiliary allowable in regards to personnel of regular patrol?
5 Auxiliary per 1 regular patrol
What is entitles to Auxiliary members who has over at least 20 years of service?
Badge, Gun and Uniform
What is the flashpoint degree required for a liquid to be deemed “Flammable”?
70 degree or less
What is the requirement before a material can be deemed “Radioactive”?
emit ionizing radiation greater than .002 uCI Microcuries
What is the requirement for a vehicle to be deemed a “Farm Labor Vehicle”
Must carries 9 or more people in addition to driver must transport only to and from employment
What is the requirement for a vehicle to be deemed a “Commercial Motor Vehicle”?
Gross vehicle weight of more than 10,000 or transports more than 15 passengers or transport of hazardous material
What type of vehicle has a seat or saddle not capable of propelling more than 30mph not to exceed 50 cc?
Moped
What type of vehicle is prohibited from exceeding 65 feet and single component may not exceed 34 feet?
Maxi Cube
What type of axle has two axle centers more than 40 inches apart but not more than 96 inches apart?
Tandem Axle
What type of vehicle has no seat or saddle and can not travel more than 30mph?
Motorized scooter
What type of CDL required for someone to operate a commercial vehicle weighing 26001 pounds but less than 10000 pounds towed.
Class B
Is it considered hours worked when a member attends a MAPP program?
yes
What can a member do when a patrol car crash is deemed “sustained”?
may elect to attend a drivers training course
What is the maximum height of a vehicle?
13’6
What can be exempt from the maximum height rule for a vehicle?
Automobile transporter
What is the maximum height of a automobile transporter?
14’
What is the license restriction for 17 year old driver?
1AM to 5AM
When can a 17 year old driver drives from 1AM to 5AM?
-has a 21 year old with them unless returning home from work or school function
Are gripes required to be documented?
no
What does an officer have when the facts or circumstances the officer knows or should know are such as to cause an ordinary and prudent person to act or think in a similar way under similar circumstances?
Reasonable belief
What does an officer have when he believes a fair probability that the evidence will be found based on objective assessment of the totality of the circumstances viewed in light of the officer’s training experience?
Probable Cause
Who is designated as the infectious disease control Coordinator?
Office operations consultant
Who administers the oath of office to rehires?
Troop Commanders
What type of followers are considered like a festering wound in the organization when in their minds they think themselves as Mavericks to think for themselves as being the true conscious of the organization?
Alienated follower
What is considered an antique firearms?
All firearms manufactured before 1918
How often should you inspect your weapons?
Weekly
Members who are victims of domestic violence or sexual violence may be entitled up to how many days of paid leave?
3 days
How is the breath alcohol level for DUI listed?
210 Liter of breath
What is minimum sentence for people who are convicted of aggravated battery on an LEO?
Five years
What is the maximum amount allowable on a P-Card for a single transaction?
$2500
Who is the Chief Ethic Officer?
General Counsel
Are starter gun consider a firearm?
yes
Are antique firearms considered a firearm?
no
When are antique firearms considered a firearm?
When it is used in commission of a crime
What must a member do when a merchant refused to remove tax from a transaction?
Write note on receipt and submit to accounts payable
What is the meal allowance for breakfast?
6 dollars
What is the meal allowance for Lunch?
11 dollars
What is the meal allowance for dinner?
19 dollars
Who must the supervisor report leave of absence without pay to?
Bureau of Personnel services, Benefits and Member Services Office, and Payroll Office
Informal referral Mapp must goes where?
in members work file
Can a member use a P-Card on Travel including airfare, lodging, vehicle rental and fuel?
Yes
What is the maximum amount allowable on a P-card per day?
$5000
What is the maximum amount allowable on a P-card per month?
$10000
Are members paid to attend funerals?
No
Are members paid to attend retirement parties?
No
What is the process of assigning blame or credit for a person’s behavior to that person’s ability or lack of abilities?
Internal Attribution
What is the process of assigning blame or credit for a person’s behavior to external factors beyond the person’s control?
External Attribution
What must be put on a travel request?
Mission Critical
How long does a member have to seek representation due to an investigation by the department?
48 hours
What is the minimum amount paid to members who attend court on off days?
2.5hrs
What is the fundamental flaw of leaders who tend to be less likely to punish the follower who says he or she is sorry for his or her behavior?
Apology Effect
What is the process of making an attribution about a person based on how well or poorly he or she does on a variety of DIFFERENT task?
Distinctiveness
What is the tendency to attribute one’s own successes to one’s abilities and to blame failures on eternal factors beyond ones control?
Self Serving Bias
What happens when the future behavior decreases in frequency because there is no consequences to current behavior?
Extinction happens
What is the employee to employer exchange where the focal person perceives are his contributions to the exchange for what he expects a just return. Some examples include work effort, experience, education, training, and intelligence
Inputs
What is the term for the VALUE a recipient places on the reward offered in exchange for completing a task?
Valence
What type of theory claims that motivation is a function of Expectancy, Instrumentality and Valence?
Expectancy Theory of Motivation
What type of follower demonstrates a high level of critical thinking but low levels of engagement and the organizational mission?
Alienated follower
What is the condition describing what happens to individuals who eventually fail as leaders despite performing well for a long time in fellowship and junior leadership roles?
Derailment
What is two or more persons who are interacting with one another in such a manner that each person influences and is influenced by each other while achieving a common purpose mission or task?
Group
What is a coherent set of BEHAVIORS expected of people who occupy specific positions within a group?
Group roles
What is a group’s judgment about its own CAPABILITIES to perform a specific task?
Group efficacy or also known as collective
What is the degree to which the members of a group LIKE each other and enjoy personal satisfaction from being members of the group?
Social Cohesion
What type of conflict management strategy where a leader mandates a solution to groups that are experiencing conflict with each other?
Forcing
What is a proactive conflict management strategy where a leader acts to prevent or reduce the chance of conflict by forming a group with representatives from ALL groups to identify and resolve potential conflict?
Liaison Group
What are the four I’s components that makes up transformational leadership?
Idealized influence
Individualized Consideration
Inspirational Motivation
Intellectual Stimulation
What is the process of transferring information from one person to another? This is successful when the intended message of the sender is understood by the intended receiver.
Communication and Listening
What is receiving the total message of the person being counseled, it involves getting beyond what the person is saying and trying to understand what the person means?
Active Listening
What is an unplanned incremental change made in response to past or current events? This is how the leader responds to the call for action something the organizational leader initiates to response to change.
Adaptation
What should a supervisor do when they reasonably suspect sexual harassment?
Should not undertake the investigation, need to contact OER
How long does a member have to submit the report of domestic violence form?
24 hours
How often should the district commander check insurance for off duty employment?
6 months
What is the length of suspension for the Driver of a CMV who commit a first refusal to submit to a chemical test?
1 year
How long does a member have to submit an after action report for an incident to the deputy director?
30 days
When should a member provide a Domestic Violence injunction notice to the department?
immediately
When are Wrecker Inspections conducted?
September to December
When should a member report their injuries on the job to their supervisor?
Immediately or within 24 hours
What is never authorized in a pursuit?
A patrol motorcycle
When can sworn members serves civil process?
When approved by the Director
When can a member transport a juveniles with an adult?
When both committed the same crime
How long does members have to claim personal property?
30 days
How long does a members have to complete an elected drivers training class when a member is involved in a “SUSTAINED” patrol vehicle crash?
45 days
What is the type of control methods that are intended to render a subject temporarily disabled?
Incapacitation
What type of techniques that impedes a subjects movement toward a member or others such as blocking striking distracting kicking followed by appropriate controlling techniques?
Countermoves
Where does firearms from evidence for non arrest cases goes to if left unclaimed for 60 days?
Sheriff’s office
What is the level of charge for leaving the scene of an accident with property damage?
2nd Degree Misdemeanor
What is the key words in Stop and Frisk?
Reasonably indicate
What is the definition of assistance in policy 22.10 which talks about agency assistance?
Anything outside normal scope of duties and does not include mutual aid, task forces, canine sniffs, perimeters, manhunts, urgent need.
Who approves requests for Agency Assistance?
District Commander
Whats required before a member can make contacts with someone in the field?
Must have reasonable suspicion to believe the person is involved in criminal activity
What is a documentation of details from field contacts?
Field Interview
What is SAR?
Suspicious activity report
How long are field intelligence report retained for?
1 year and is considered temporary files if the field contact does not rise to level of reasonable suspicion
Who purges field intelligence reports?
Deputy chief intelligence officer
How often does FHP trains for field reports?
Biennial training / every 2 years
How long does a garage or repair shop have to report a vehicle that was brought into them with apparent bullet holes?
24 hours - must have year, make, model, color, tag #
What is the charge for repair shop owner who doesn’t report vehicles with bullet holes?
1st degree misdemeanor
When LEO operates emergency vehicle, by statute, how are they suppose to drive?
With due regard
Who can drive in HOV Lanes?
Any vehicles with more then 1 occupants
How are HOV lanes designated?
There will be a traffic control sign indicating the lane is for HOV only
Can ILEV (inherently low emissions vehicle) drives in HOV Lanes?
yes, can drive anytime regardless of how many people is in the vehicle
Does ILEV with decal from DOT for final rule have to pay toll in HOV and express lanes?
NO
Which statute states “More closely then REASONABLE and PRUDENT with due regard”?
Following too closely
How far must one CMV follow another CMV outside of city limit?
300 feet
Does the rule in regard to caravan/motorcade having to leave space between for another vehicle apply to funerals?
NO
How are alternate duty worked shown on people first?
Hours Worked (1000) code
Who can order a member to take a urine test?
The Director only if he/she has reasonable suspicion
Who must an Employee notify if they are involved in a civil action law suit?
The Director and the office of general counsel
Who must the member notify if he/she is charged in a criminal case?
must notify immediate supervisor immediately
How are correspondence done within the division?
Memorandum form
Are resignation/retirement correspondence written in memorandum form?
No
What is not considered assistance in accordance to FHP policy?
Mutual Aid, Task Forces, Simple Canine Sniffs, Setting up Perimeters, Manhunts, and Urgent need request
What is consider “urgent needs” in accordance to FHP policy?
Exigent situation requiring immediate action to prevent imminent death
According to FHP policy 22.10, If final statement is omitted; who must FHP get authorization from before this can happen?
State Attorney Office
Even if there is reasonable suspicion, does a member have the authority to hold the person if they don’t want to answer any more question?
No, because of the Florida Stop and Frisk Law. The subject is free to go
What is the time frame an officer has to send DUI DL suspension to the department?
within 5 days, however; does not affect department ability to consider evidence if not sent within timeframe
Does officers have right to break into a building after he/she has ANNOUNCED authority by warrant?
yes, they may use all necessary and reasonable force to enter the building
When a felony has been omitted in front of a member, and the member give chase. The member observed the suspect entering a house. Can the member enter the house by forces?
yes, under 901.19:right to break into building and fresh pursuit
How long does person have in regards to their vehicle being stopped, parked, or stand on a limited access highway?
6 hours
Can a vehicle be parked 15 feet from a fire hydrant?
No
Can a vehicle be parked 20 feet from a crosswalk?
No
Can a vehicle be parked 30 feet from a flashing signal?
No
Can a vehicle be parked 20 feet from the entrance of a fire station?
No
Can a vehicle be parked 50 feet from a railroad crossing?
No
Who is in charge of investigating cases involving claims of discriminations?
The Inspector General
How many members must verify currency, negotiable securities or jewelry with an apparent value of $5000 or greater?
at least two members and both members will sign the EP receipt
What is the maximum time limit for storage of evidence property in a TSF evidence bin?
96 hours
How are cases involving juvenile suspects marked on the outside front cover of the file folder?
The word “JUVENILE” in large red letters
What must a member do to liquid blood evidence before submitting it to the crime lab?
Refrigerate the blood
After how many days must elapse until unclaimed evidence be vested permanently to the State?
60 days
How many days must elapse before unclaimed firearms has to be handed over to the Sheriff’s Office?
60 days
How should a seized Florida DL be destroyed?
by Shredding
Who shall the member notify after they seize any contraband articles?
District Command and the office of General Counsel
What is currency or other property including any controlled substance employed or likely to be employed in criminal activity or acquired by proceeds of criminal activity?
Contraband Article
How many hours does a District Lieutenant have following the seizure of contraband currency and or property to ensure a seizure forfeiture report is completed?
72 hours or 3 days
How long does FHP have to deliver a notice of seizure and rights to adversarial hearing form to all claimants?
within 5 working days of the seizure
How long does a Lieutenant have to submit a Felony forfeiture packet to the District Commander?
Within 5 days of the seizure
When a vehicle is seized, how long does a District Lieutenant or designee have to ensure a “Division of motorist services seizure notification form” be faxed to the division of motor services?
within 24 hours
How long does a member have to tow a vehicle to be seized to VIF?
within 72 hours of the seizure
What are intended to record the divisions enforcement activities including uniform crime report, arrest report, offense report, Florida traffic crash report, Citations, Uniform Traffic Citations form, DUI traffic citations form, Written Warning faulty Equipment?
Field Reports
How long does a supervisor have to approve a report?
No later than 10 days after the close of the work week
Who is responsible for compiling Traffic Stop Data Report?
Office of Strategic Services
When should a member transmit their Traffic Stop Data Report to the server?
Prior to the end of the members shift on a daily basis
Is it required that members questions the persons stopped solely for the purpose of completing the TSDR form?
No
Is the information entered into the TSDR form are based on the member observation?
Yes
Who maintains the CJIS system?
The FBI CJIS Division
What is used to identify individuals with fingerprints, palm prints, Iris Scans, and Facial Recognition data?
Biometric Data
What type of data is information about vehicles and property associated with a crime?
Property Data
How many months can communication personnel be granted temporary access to the CJIS system?
Six Months
How often is CJIS access training be renewed?
Two years
What are vehicle based computer that provides dispatching car to car and criminal justice database inquires?
Mobile Data Computer
What are members not allow to affix to their MDC?
Any decals or stickers
How are end of shift removal and storage of MDC suppose to be done?
Locked garage, if no locked garage, MDC will be stored in residence or locked office
Where should a MDC not be stored?
The trunk of the patrol vehicle
If a MDC is left unattended in a vehicle, what must be done?
Must be locked in the docking device and the docking key removed
When is an MDC considered “Unattended”?
Anytime the MDC is outside of your immediate view or control
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to patrol highways?
yes
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to maintain public order?
yes
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to investigate laws?
yes
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to investigate auto thefts?
yes
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to enforce dimensional regulations?
yes
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to investigate traffic crashes?
yes
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to confiscate contrand?
yes
Is it the mission of the Florida Highway Patrol to assist other law-enforcement agencies?
yes
A member of command or special duty position should devote how many percent of their working hours to patrol?
10% of their duty hours
How often is Ethics training provided?
at least once every two years - biennial
When should the code of conduct be adhered to?
Both on and off duty
Who should members obey orders from?
A superior or person of the same rank of the superior officer or by duty officer via radio
What should a member do when given an order which is in conflict with a previous order?
Inform the supervisor issuing the order of the conflict
What should the member do after informing the supervisor of the conflict between his/her order and a previous order and the supervisor refuses to alter or retract the conflicting order?
Obey the conflicting order
What should a member do if a supervisor gives the member an order that requires the member to commit an illegal act?
The member will request the issuing officer to clarify the order and obtain his/her permission to confer with a higher authority
When should a member notify a supervisor of his/her inability to report for duty?
at least two hours prior to the beginning of shift
Who can approve a member to lend their ID card or badge to another person?
The Director
What are High risk/Felony stop based off of?
The type of violations being committed, bolo, and stop and frisk law
What should a member do when the member finds that their MVR isn’t working during their prior work shift testing?
Member shall contact their immediate supervisor ASAP
When should MVR be used?
Traffic Stops, Emergency Response, Pursuits
What should backup units do with their MVR?
Must activate their MVR
When should MVR narration be conducted?
Member should narrate into their MVR before each traffic stop
When should MVR be uploaded?
As soon as reasonable
When should non evidentiary MVR be uploaded?
Once per work week
How Long does DUI MVR remain on server?
365 days
How Long does Felony/Misdemeanor MVR remain on server?
365 days
How Long does Administrative reviews MVR remain on server?
365 Days
How long does all other MVR remain on server?
30 days
What will supervisors do in regards to MVR?
periodically and randomly inspect the equipment
What should MVR records only be used for?
Only for evidence unless authorized by district commander
How often does supervisors review MVR videos?
monthly
When should Rapid ID be used?
Probable Cause Arrest, Court, Identity on scene
What should member do if Rapid id specialized as nonstandard?
notify immediate supervisor or shift commander
What are other requests for rapid id?
outside agencies and Traffic Homicides
How often should the Troop have a Troop watch supervisor on duty?
on a 24 hours basis
What are events natural or human caused which requires an emergency response to protect life or property?
Critical Incidents
Are serious traffic crashes considered Critical Incidents?
No
What is an on scene standardized all hazard incident management?
Incident Command System (ICS)
What is considered a significant road closure?
If a road is closed in excess of 20 minutes that occurs on the highway or main arterial roadway
What is a PAO?
the Public Affairs Officer
The outgoing TWS should do what before he goes off duty?
brief the incoming TWS of all events that occurred during the shift
What should the End of shift TWS do if there was an insufficient staffing level during the shift?
notate this in his/her report prior to going off duty
Who will act as an incident commander on scene?
Senior or ranking member on scene of the incident
How long does a member have to forward an after action report for the significant road closures to the director?
within 30 days after the termination of incident
What time of day will fog most likely form?
developed and become dense in the early morning hours of 12 AM to 6 AM
What time of the year will fog most likely be dense?
During cool moist months between January to March, however; can occur anytime
When are training for significant road closures conducted?
In or around the month of October
What are topics that are used for road closure training?
Best practice communication Techniques, Public Affairs, Low Visibility Occurrence Risk (LVORI) and any changes to FHP Policy
What are blood-borne pathogens?
pathogens present in human blood and can cause disease to humans
What type of approach is Universal precautions?
approach to infection control
What kind of exposure exist when exposure of mucous membranes to blood or body fluids exposure through needle stick sharps or instruments exposure of skin to visible blood when chaffed or abraded other types of exposure as in a case of tuberculosis airborne?
Significant Exposure
What are the three types of Body Fluids?
Synovial - Joints
Pleural - Lungs
Peritoneal - Abdominal
What is considered a blood contamination?
When blood of one is transferred to another
What should a member do when a member is the victim of a significant exposure?
Gather information on person involved, contact supervisor, and submit an offense report
What does the Ryan White comprehensive airs resources emergency act tell us in regards to significant exposure?
The name of the members exposed shall remain confidential to all areas except those immediately involved
What purpose does the Doctor statement plays in a significant exposure?
It is the probable cause for the warrant of examination
What is the warrant of examination in a significant exposure incident?
it forces the subject to go get a doctor exam
How will a member get a subject to submit to a blood test in a significant exposure incident?
By Consent, or get a court order through the member reports and statement of a doctor
When should Hepatitis B Vaccination be obtained?
after employment but should be obtained prior to the end of probationary period
Pertaining to gloves, when is hand washing mandatory?
In all situation even if gloves have been worn
How can member ensure the Hepatitis B Vaccination effectiveness?
Make sure three injections are done and post-test must be administered
When are you considered to have a Tuberculosis infection?
When you have the bacteria, however; it is dormant in body
What should be in a disposable infection control kit?
Mask, Eye Shield, Examination Gown, Gloves, Hand Wipes, CPR Mask
Where should gloves be stored?
Passenger Compartment due to heat
Who should a member notify when transporting a subject with an infectious disease?
Supervisor
When can the disease information be disclosed?
with written consent of employee or arrestee
What should a member do when an FHP vehicle is contaminated?
They shall immediately designate the vehicle as contaminated by posting of a contaminated area sign
When should FHP vehicles be sprayed with disinfectant spray?
Every 6 months if prisoners have been transported in vehicle
What is the bleach mixture to clean contamination?
1 to 1 1/2 cups of bleach for each gallon of water
How should a member dispose CPR masks?
Disposed of as biomedical waste
What should members not do in regards to contaminated clothing?
should not wash at members home or a coin laundry
How often is member required to train on Blood-borne pathogen?
at least annually
How long should biomedical waste be stored?
not more than 30 days
When is an offense considered major?
When there is an intense public demand for identification and apprehension
What is considered a comprehensive investigation?
when identification and apprehension of criminal offender - maximizing the probability of success
When is a case considered cold?
When all leads are exhausted resulting the case not being resolved
Who is the Chief Investigator?
Bureau commander of BCII
How often should a member updates open reports?
Follow-up reports should be submitted at a 30 days interval
Other than all leads are exhausted, what else would deem a case as cold?
No new information after one year
What is the required element before there is a legit Domestic Violence case?
There must be one family or household member by another family or household member residing in the same single-family dwelling unit
What are weapons including a starter gun designed to expel a projectile by action of an explosive?
Firearm
What is the supervisor responsibility in a domestic violence case?
Send certified copy to a domestic violence center in their area within 24 hours of receipt of the report
What must happen during a Domestic Violence Incident?
A backup officer will be requested
What must a member do in regards to the domestic violence brochure?
Must document date and time that the brochure was given to the party
When should a member report a case of domestic violence to a supervisor?
At end of the members work shift
When should an officer make an arrest for Domestic Violence?
When there is probable cause
What is considered a Foreign State?
All states within the USA other than Florida
What will the Troop command do after being notified of an Employee involved in a Domestic Violence case?
Place the employee on administrative duty with pay pending outcome of the investigation
What is a psychological behavioral problem that impairs a person’s ability to function?
Mental Illness
What is not considered a mental illness?
Mental retardation, developmental disabilities, intoxication, drug abuse, or addiction
In regards to mental illness, what should a member do if nature of condition cannot be quickly determined?
request emergency medical personnel to respond to scene
How often does FHP refreshes its training for mental illness?
at least every three years
When should a member do a show up?
When there is a single identified suspect within a short period of time. Usually one hour.
What is the required process to obtain a photo lineup?
Through BCII except in exigent circumstances
How many fillers should a photo lineup includes?
Minimum of five
How many choices should there be for a physical lineup?
at least 2 fillers for the victim or witness to view
What should the witness do to the photo lineup when he/she identifies a suspect?
They need to sign and date the photo
When should a member use the show up procedure?
When suspect is apprehended within close proximity to the crime within reasonable timeframe
What is the condition requires for a field show up?
Location is close proximity, timing within an hour, good physical description from a credible witness
What is the maximum amount that can be charged on a vehicle card for maintenance?
$150
What is the primary intermediate weapon issued by the Florida Highway Patrol?
ASR
How long are members placed on administrative leave after a shooting incident resulting in injury or death?
3 days
What will govern the activities of sworn members of the division both on and off duty?
Code of Conduct
Does member have to obey the orders of a duty officer via the radio?
yes
What shall constitute an order to report for duty if it was legally issued?
A subpoena
What shall the member do when the director, deputy director, or superior officer asks member questions?
Answer all questions truthfully
How long does a member have to challenge an exam question?
Within five working days
How long does a member have to request a review of the promotion test?
Within 10 days of the official posting of the final promotional list
Who can authorize a request for a temporary dwelling?
Deputy Director of patrol operations or designee
What is the maximum time a member can live in a temporary dwelling?
90 days
Which entity will the Troop Commander submit the Troop’s COPP time to?
Office of Strategic Services
How long does the Troop Commander have to submit the Troop’s COPP time to GHQ?
on or before the 7th day of the month
Who is required to submit the Troop’s COPP time to GHQ?
Troop Commander
When is medical certification for sick leave required before more time can be approve?
10 consecutive days of absence
How much will a member make for each 80 hours block of their professional development?
$20
How much will a member make if he/she has an Associate Degree?
$30
How much will a member make for a bachelors degree?
$80
What is the total maximum for the education pay incentive?
$130
Who makes revisions to the Florida Highway Patrol policy manual and furnishing a copy of the revised policy?
The Accreditation and Policy Unit
Who is responsible for assigning sworn management positions to the Accreditation and Policy Unit?
The Director
Who is the employee organization certified by the public employees relations commission (PERC) representing the employees in the bargaining unit?
Bargaining Agent
Who are the group of employees determined by the PERC or by the public employer/governor for collective-bargaining?
Bargaining Unit
What is the mutual obligation of public employer and the bargaining agent of the employee organization to meet and negotiate written contracts?
Collective-Bargaining
What is a form of off-duty police employment administered exclusively by the Division?
Hireback program
When should the EPC or an EPA be notified in regards to cash, jewelry, exceptional property, drug seizures and any major investigations for evidence?
Cash in excess of $10,000 or property valued in excess of $10,000
How long are medicals record of an employee kept by the Division?
Duration of Employment plus 30 years after the employee has seperated
What are activities undertaken by a member who responded to the scene of a crime?
Preliminary investigation
What type of investigations will take longer and usually end with the identification and apprehension of criminal offender maximizing the probability of success?
Comprehensive Investigation
What type of CMV are exempt from having Mud Flaps??
Agricultural CMV
What is an intentional and unlawful threat made by one person towards another in order to create a reasonable fear that violence or harm is about to occur?
Assault
How long does it take for Written Reprimand to be forgiven?
2 years after issuance
How long does it take for suspension of 24 hrs or less to be forgiven?
3 years after issuance
How long does it take for suspension of 24 hrs or more to be forgiven?
8 years after issuance
