R&R-Deck 1 Flashcards

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Rules & Regulations: Disciplinary Guidelines-Appendix “A”

What are the Class A punishments?

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1st Offense: 30 Days-Termination

2nd Offense: 90 Days-Termination

3rd Offense: Termination

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Rules & Regulations: Disciplinary Guidelines-Appendix “A”

What are the Class B punishments?

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1st Offense: 5-30 Days

2nd Offense: 10-60 Days

3rd Offense: 30 Days-Termination

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Rules & Regulations: Disciplinary Guidelines-Appendix “A”

What are the Class C punishments?

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1st Offense: Written Reprimand-5 Days

2nd Offense: 1-15 Days

3rd Offense: 15 Days-Termination

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Rules & Regulations: Disciplinary Guidelines-Appendix “A”

What are the Class D punishments?

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1st Offense: Written Reprimand-2 Days

2nd Offense: Written Reprimand-5 Days

3rd Offense: 10 Days-Termination

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Rules & Regulations: Disciplinary Guidelines-Appendix “A”

Shorthand Memorization Study Guide!

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  • A: 30T, 90T, T
  • B: 5-30, 10-60, 30T
  • C: W5, 1-15, 15T
  • D: W2, W5, 10T

Note: On OR after March 19, 1997-Equivalent or Superior to.

Note: Trial Board MAY recommend loss of VAC/PER/HDO as alternative to suspension.

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Rules & Regulations: Article 1
-Regulations for the Governance of the SP-

What are uniformed members and civilian members referred to as?

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  • Uniformed members-“members” or “sworn members.”
  • Civilian employees-“civilians” or “civilian employees.”
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Rules & Regulations: Article 1
-Regulations for the Governance of the SP-

The Criminal Justice System will be administered in what manner?

  • PAC acronym!
A

Promotes:

  • PUBLIC RESPECT
  • ACCEPTANCE
  • CONFIDENCE
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Rules & Regulations: Article 1
-Regulations for the Governance of the SP-

List some shorthand principles.

Notes:

  • No silly acronym for principles…too long. Only for Value Statements!
  • Watch out for ethics comparisons with principles - think more about the job-based theme for these principles listed.
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  • Elevate the profession.
  • Appreciate responsibilities.
  • Develop & maintain public support & cooperation.
  • (Promote) teamwork.
  • Strive for full cooperation.
  • Problem solving & community-orientated police services.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 1
-Regulations for the Governance of the SP-

List some shorthand code of ethics points.

Notes:

  • No silly acronym for ethics…too long. Only for Value Statements!
  • Remember: Ethics are principles based on morals. Less about the job (like Principles are) and more about the theme of You.
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  • Diversity.
  • Punctual and expeditious.
  • Serve public efficiently & effectively.
  • Administer law justly.
  • No abuse of power.
  • Custodians of public property.
  • No accepting of gratuities.
  • Cooperate w/other public officials.
  • Self-improvement.
  • Allegiance to government/loyal to profession.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 2
-Organizational Values-

What are the value statements of the MSP?

Notes:

“LIFE-PC” Acronym

  • These are more closely aligned with principles so be careful and hope that they don’t ask a comparison question.
A

Shorthand Speed Guide:
“LIFE-PC” Acronym

  1. Leadership.
  2. Integrity & Ethics.
  3. Future.
  4. Excellence & Teamwork.
  5. Problem Solving.
  6. Constitutional Rights.

Condensed Long-Form Version:

These copy ADM-02 under Organizational Values

  1. Performing public service & LE tasks so as to provide leadership to the police profession
  2. Maintenance of the highest standards of integrity & ethics.
  3. Continuous planning for the future.
  4. Excellence & teamwork in the performance of duty.
  5. Problem solving for continuous improvement.
  6. Protection of Constitutional Rights.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 3
-Regulations Establishing the Duties of Sworn Members & Civilian Employees-

What are the two terms used to describe the Superintendent’s role.

A

The executive & administrative officer of the MSP.

  • Promulgates Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures, Orders, and Directives governing the Department.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 3
-Regulations Establishing the Duties of Sworn Members & Civilian Employees-

What ranks are included in Staff Officers?

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Major and above

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Rules & Regulations: Article 3
-Regulations Establishing the Duties of Sworn Members & Civilian Employees-

What ranks are included in Commissioned Officers?

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Lieutenant to Detective Captain

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Rules & Regulations: Article 3
-Regulations Establishing the Duties of Sworn Members & Civilian Employees-

Supervisory Members CAN delegate AUTHORITY & FUNCTIONS, but they cannot delegate _________.

A
  • Responsibility

Note:

  • Conversely (in LEL) Cpt. Marquet notes the ability to share legal responsibility, relationships, & knowledge. However, none of the three can be handed off!
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Rules & Regulations: Article 3
-Regulations Establishing the Duties of Sworn Members & Civilian Employees-

Any unusual occurrence that may result in a question of the Department’s liability and/or result in heightened community or media interest shall be reported, through channels, to the ________ and, as appropriate, to the ________.

A
  1. Division Commander;
  2. Colonel/Superintendent

Note:

  • Remember that an unusual occurrence/media interest ends with the Colonel.
  • Aggrieved ends with the Office of the Colonel/Superintendent.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 3
-Regulations Establishing the Duties of Sworn Members & Civilian Employees-

Notify the appropriate ____________ , in writing through channels, when aggrieved by treatment or actions of a senior employee not amounting to a specific violation of any Rule, Regulation, Policy, Procedure, Order, or Directive. Such complaint shall then be forwarded promptly, through channels, to the ____________ with recommendations.

A
  1. Division Commander;
  2. Office of the Colonel/Superintendent

Note:

  • Remember that an unusual occurrence/media interest ends with the Colonel
  • Aggrieved ends with the Office of the Colonel/Superintendent.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 3
-Regulations Establishing the Duties of Sworn Members & Civilian Employees-

During the period immediately following a probationary member’s date of initial enlistment, when the probationary member is being trained by a senior member (“break-in”), no such probationary member shall wear a State Police uniform or part(s) thereof while commuting to and from their duty assignment in a private vehicle unless authorized by the __________ .

A

Troop Commander

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Rules & Regulations: Article 4
-Title & Rank, Payroll, Promotions-

Key point to remember.

A

This Article notes all ranks in order and a separate ADDITIONAL chart for pay scale for all members/ranks + TRAINEES (civilian title).

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Rules & Regulations: Article 4
-Title & Rank, Payroll, Promotions-

In the event the Colonel elects to fill a vacancy or vacancies he/she SHALL issue a Personnel Order pronouncing his/her intention to do so and SHALL thereafter fill such promotional vacancy or vacancies within ______ days after such Order is issued.

A

60 days

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Rules & Regulations: Article 4
-Title & Rank, Payroll, Promotions-

No orders issued by the Colonel pursuant to Rule 4.4 shall continue in effect for more than ____ days, UNLESS the Colonel issues a new order to the ____ (which MSP Division?) stating the specific reasons for extending such order.

A
  1. 180 days;
  2. DAS
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Rules & Regulations: Article 4
-Title & Rank, Payroll, Promotions-

From Section 4.4, list some of the reasons why the Colonel may request an extension with the DAS for filling vacant positions.

A
  1. The abolishment and/or consolidation of a Division, Bureau, Section or Unit of MSP;
  2. Insufficient funding as appropriated by the General Court for the administration, organization, government, training, compensation, equipment, and maintenance of the MSP; OR
  3. The assignment, reassignment or transfer of any uniformed member within or among a Division or Divisions of the MSP, and/or the staffing needs of any such Division(s) with consideration given to any completed or ongoing staffing study and/or any change in duties within a particular rank.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

UNBECOMING CONDUCT

Members shall conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as to reflect most favorably upon themselves and the MSP. Conduct unbecoming shall include that which brings the MSP into ______ or reflects discredit upon the person as a member of the MSP, or that which impairs the _______, _______, or _______ (O.E.E.) of the MSP or the member.

A
  1. Disrepute;
  2. Operation, Efficiency, or Effectiveness (O.E.E.)
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

Conformance to Laws

Key points to remember.

A
  • Members SHALL obey all laws regardless of where they are (out-of-country too).
  • A member assigned to a patrol or post shall not leave the patrol or post except for police necessity or personal necessity. If required to quit such patrol or post, member shall first receive permission to leave from their duty assignment supervisor or proper authority.
  • Members who have been arrested or indicted, members against whom a criminal complaint, restraining order, or warrant for arrest has been issued, and members who know or have reason to believe that they have been identified as a suspect in any criminal investigation shall notify their duty assignment supervisor forthwith of said incident or belief. Members are further required to provide a copy of any order modifying any previously issued permanent or temporary court order.
  • Must possess unrestricted MA LTC and driver’s license (corrective lens not considered a restriction).
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

5.5.1: Members shall report for duty at the time and place required by assignment or orders and shall be physically and mentally fit to perform their duties. They shall be properly equipped, attired, and cognizant of information required for the proper performance of duty so that they may immediately assume their duties as required by MGL and MSP Rules, Regulations and Policies.

  • A notice issued by any court SHALL constitute [what] to report for duty under this section?
A

An ORDER

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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

5.8.3: In addition to other indicators of unsatisfactory performance, repeated infractions of State Police Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures, Orders, Directives or any combination of such infractions shall be considered [what type of] evidence of unsatisfactory performance?

A

Prima Facie

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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

5.9.4: Members who want to act as officials; judges or referees at public competitions or exhibitions shall refer to the _______ _______ _______ located in the DMS and electronically submit a written request through channels to the Colonel for approval and must be granted such approval PRIOR TO engaging in any such activity.

A

Outside Employment Guide

  • Pay attention to “electronically submit” terminology.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

5.10.1: Members shall not, nor shall they permit, any person, including any member, to store or bring into any State Police facility or vehicle __________ or __________ except that which is held as evidence or in the course of official duties, unless authorized by WHO?

A
  1. Alcoholic Beverages OR Controlled Substances;
  2. Colonel.

Note:

  • Cannot consume alcohol while on duty except if you receive clearance from supervisor/proper authority AND it is based on legitimate reason (like UC operation); cannot show up to work under the influence or even have the odor on your person or breath.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

Key points to remember from the section on the USE OF TOBACCO, GUM, AND OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS.

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  • No member or trainee appointed or hired after January 1, 1988, shall smoke any tobacco product.
  • No member or civilian employee shall smoke any tobacco product or possess any lit tobacco product in any Departmental building.
  • No member or civilian employee shall smoke any tobacco product or possess any lit tobacco product in any Department vehicle, unless the vehicle is assigned to the member or employee and the member or employee is alone in said vehicle.
  • Members, when in uniform, shall not use tobacco, chew gum, or have any foreign object protruding from the mouth when they are: in view of the public; and/or in formation.

Note:

  • Payment of debts section: MSP only takes action on debts or support obligations that are issued by a court.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

5.13.3: Whenever there seems to be a conflict, or doubt as to the meaning, of written MSP Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures, Orders, or Directives, application shall be made in writing through channels to [who] for an explanation or possible correction.

A

Colonel

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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

In accordance with 22C, any member who directly or indirectly receives a reward, gift, or gratuity on account of his/her official services shall be subject to ___________ and __________ from office. Awards of plaques, citations, or other articles of appreciation recognizing meritorious service or accomplishment that have no significant monetary value are not contemplated by this Rule.

A
  1. Criminal sanctions;
  2. Discharge

Note: “…no significant monetary value.”

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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

TRUE or FALSE:

Members SHALL carry their issued badge(s) and photo identification card(s) on their person at all times, except when impractical or dangerous to their safety or to an investigation.

A

TRUE

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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

Members who are under suspension for _____ consecutive days must turn in all their issued equipment to the Supply Section before the commencement of the suspension.

A

30 or more

  • Remember: 30+ = Supply Section (before commencement of suspension).
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

5.15.4: Members shall not become directly or indirectly involved with any arrangements, agreements, or compromises between criminals and their victims without first receiving permission from what two people?

A
  • Duty assignment supervisor; and
  • After consulting with the appropriate prosecuting attorney
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

Members who are under suspension for _____ consecutive days must turn in their issued badge(s), identification card(s), and weapon to their Division Commander before the commencement of the suspension.

A

5 or more

  • Remember: 5+ = Division Commander (before commencement of suspension).
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

  1. Any change regarding a member’s domicile or mailing address, shall be reported immediately (in writing) on a change of address form, to who?
  2. Who SHALL that person then forward the information to?
A
  1. Supervisor;
  2. Supervisor then forwards to Director of HR
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Rules & Regulations: Article 5
-Rules of Conduct-

5.23.6: Members shall not comment for publication, nor be interviewed, nor make public speeches on police business, except by permission of the Colonel. Requests for talks, interviews and public speeches shall be directed to the Colonel/Superintendent through which Section?

A

Public Information Section (PIS)

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

Under 6.1.1, How long SHALL a supervisor temporary relieve any member from duty and place him/her on Administrative Leave with Pay who is observed to be unfit for duty?

A

Not more than 1 workday

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.1.2: Any member placed on Administrative Leave with Pay can be ordered to be examined (or re-examined) by the MSP Surgeon. The MSP Surgeon SHALL recommend to the Colonel one of three types of duty status. What are they?

A
  1. Full duty; OR
  2. No duty; OR
  3. Temporary Modified Duty (TMD).

Note: No duty-members MAY use SL, VAC, PER, or other accrued time.

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.1.3: How long MAY a Troop/Section/Unit Commanding Officer recommend (through channels) to a Division Commander that a member be placed on Administrative Leave with Pay?

A

Not to exceed 5 days

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.2.2: How many members does a Duty Status Board consist of and who appoints those members?

A
  1. 3 Staff and/or Commissioned Officers;
  2. Colonel.

Note:

  • 6.2.3: The duty status hearing shall be under the full control of the Board, and no person, whether an official of the MSP or not, shall be permitted to be present or take part without the UNANIMOUS consent of the Board.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

Key points to remember about a Duty Status Board.

A
  • The Board MAY supplement its recommendation with a referral to the MSP Surgeon to evaluate a member’s fitness for duty, and/or a referral to the EAU; provided however, said referral shall be rationally related to the incident which gave rise to the Duty Status Hearing.
  • All Duty Status recommendations shall be subject to the approval of the Colonel. The Colonel shall impose a Duty Status consistent with the Board’s recommendation, provided however, the Colonel may impose a different Duty Status if facts, circumstances, evidence, aggravating or mitigating factors or any other matters so dictate.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

The Board shall, after a review of the facts presented, make findings and recommend to the Colonel. What classifications of duty status may the Board recommend?

  • F.R.S.S.
A
  1. Full duty;
  2. Restricted duty;
  3. Suspended with pay; OR
  4. Suspended without pay.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

SHALL a member be allowed to have placed in his/her personnel file a written response or counter-statement to any letter of counseling?

A

Yes

Notes:

  • Division Commander may order a letter of counseling be placed in a member’s personnel file.
  • A member may request that a letter of counseling be removed from their personnel file upon its expiration. It does not automatically get removed.
  • No appeal for a letter of counseling.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

When does a letter of counseling expire and can it be removed by the member?

A
  • 1 year from date of issue;
  • Member may REQUEST removal.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.4.3: When a Troop/Section/Unit Commanding Officer is notified that the Colonel has approved the charges and recommends corrective or disciplinary action, the Troop/Section/Unit Commanding Officer shall serve a copy of the charge form and waiver if deemed appropriate on the member against whom charges are to be preferred.

What SHALL the charge form include?

A
  1. Articles (alleged to be) violated & Appendix “A” classification;
  2. The dates/places alleged acts/omissions occurred; and
  3. Statement of alleged acts/omissions.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.4.4 One copy of the charge form shall be given to the member and the original shall be forwarded, through channels, to the where/who?

A

DST

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.6.1: Who SHALL appoint a Commissioned Officer to the Office of the Departmental Prosecutor?

  • The Department Prosecutor shall present evidence, call witnesses, and cross examine witnesses on behalf of the Department.
A

Deputy Superintendent

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.7.2: A Trial Board shall consist of 3 staff and/or commissioned officers appointed by the Colonel/Superintendent. Who designates the Board President?

A

Colonel

Note:

  • Deputy >
    Dept. Prosecutor!
  • Colonel >
    Board President!
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.7.2: In a Trial Board, who SHALL designate a member of the board as Secretary?

A

The [Trial Board] President

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.7.4 The charged member, prior to the hearing date, may request a continuance. Continuances may be granted by the Colonel. No continuance shall be granted within _______ hours of the Trial Board Hearing unless extenuating circumstances warrant the granting of such continuance.

  • If criminal charges are pending against the charged member, the hearing may be postponed until after the criminal disposition.
A

72 hours

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.7.5: The hearing shall be under the full control of the Board, and no person, whether an official of the Department or not, shall be permitted to be present or take part UNLESS what?

A

The unanimous consent of the Board is given.

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.7.6: Is the charged member provided counsel by the MSP and/or Union?

A

No

Note: All proceedings are recorded AND the Board is NOT bound to follow strict rules of evidence.

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.7.8: What verbiage does the Trial Board utilize for determining a decision for each charge?

Furthermore, what type of evidentiary standard is used for the burden of proof analysis?

A
  1. Guilty” or “Not Guilty
  2. Preponderance of the evidence.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.7.8: Who does the Board forward their findings to?

Note:

  • Should the Board recommend increased discipline under the Discipline Guidelines, the Trial Board should note the same in its recommendation, referring to specific prior offenses. In the event the Trial Board finds the member NOT GUILTY, such finding shall be final and conclusive, except as otherwise provided by law.
A

Deputy Superintendent

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.8.2 If the Trial Board’s decision is adverse to the accused member, the Lieutenant Colonel/Deputy Superintendent shall forward a copy of the proposed decision to the member provided, however, a request was made to file objections with the Colonel ______ days prior to the hearing date.

Absent such a written request, the provisions of this section shall be deemed waived. The accused member shall have _____ days from receipt of the proposed decision to file written objections to the Colonel.

A
  1. 7 days;
  2. 7 days (again).
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.9.4: The Trial Board shall recommend discipline for each offense for which the member is found guilty; provided however in the event of multiple offenses the Board shall further recommend whether such discipline should be imposed ________ or ________. All such recommendations shall be forwarded to the Lt. Colonel/Deputy Superintendent.

A

consecutively or concurrently

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.9.6: In the event the Trial Board finds a member guilty and the Colonel finds material error in the procedure, judgment, or disciplinary recommendation of a Trial Board, what may the Colonel do?

A
  1. New Trial Board; OR
  2. Charges Dismissed; OR
  3. Impose discipline under Article 6.

Note: Trial Board may supplement Appendix A after asking the Colonel to consider other options; file written request to deviate from Appendix A (based on facts, circumstances, evidence, etc…).

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

Charges and Disposition without Hearing:

  • Troop/Section/Unit Commanding Officers MAY, after investigation, recommend through channels to the DST that disciplinary action be brought against members under their charge for violations of law and/or State Police Rules, Regulations, Policies, Procedures, Orders, and Directives. Such recommendations shall contain a copy of the charge form.
  • 6.4.1 _____ (which Division?) shall review all requests for disciplinary action and recommend to the _______ (who?) that charges be preferred if warranted.
A
  • DST;
  • Lt. Colonel/Deputy Superintendent
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

  • Is it a unanimous or majority vote to determine guilty or not guilty?
  • Also, what is the standard in determining such a result?
A
  1. Majority Vote;
  2. Preponderance of the Evidence (common theme in R&Rs)

Notes:

  • Not Guilty finding is final and conclusive (except when as provided by law).
  • The Colonel may institute a new trial board for a Guilty finding if he/she finds fault with the board’s finding OR direct that charges be dismissed.
  • Alternative duty as discipline must be supervised by Troop/Section/Unit Commander and notification to Deputy once completed.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.9.8: If alternative duties are recommended by the Trial Board and approved by the Colonel, they shall be performed under the direction of the member’s Troop/Section/Unit Commanding Officer. When the disciplinary action has been completed, what SHALL the Troop/Section/Unit Commanding Officer do?

A

Certify the completion in writing to the Lt. Colonel/Deputy Superintendent.

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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

Can a member from the same Troop as the accused be assigned to their trial board?

A

No

  • 6.7.3 No member of a Trial Board shall sit in a hearing in which a member of his/her own Troop/Section/Unit is either a complainant or defendant; nor, shall s/he sit in on any other case in which his/her personal or official relations to either party or to counsel might properly raise a question of impartiality. Said member shall be excused and replaced by an alternate.
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Rules & Regulations: Article 7
-Regulations Establishing Enlistment, Discharge, & Resignation-

What are the four types of discharges?

A
  1. Honorable
  2. Ordinary
    (Resignation at own request under honorable conditions)
  3. General
  4. Dishonorable
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Rules & Regulations: Article 7
-Regulations Establishing Enlistment, Discharge, & Resignation-

7.2.5: Can the Colonel reinstate a member who has been dismissed from the MSP after a hearing before a Trial Board or who resigned while charges were pending?

A

No

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Rules & Regulations: Article 7
-Regulations Establishing Enlistment, Discharge, & Resignation-

7.2.5: What are the two types of discharges that SHALL NOT be reinstated by the Colonel?

A
  1. General; OR
  2. Dishonorable
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Q

Rules & Regulations: Article 7
-Regulations Establishing Enlistment, Discharge, & Resignation-

7.3.1: How much of an advanced notice SHALL a member give in anticipation of a date of separation?

A

At least 1 month!

Note:

  • This notice goes to the Division Commander, who then notifies the Personnel Section forthwith.
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Q

Rules & Regulations: Article 8
-Regulations Establishing the Board on Claims-

8.1.2 Who appoints the Board on Claims and how many members are assigned?

A

Lt. Colonel/Deputy Superintendent (with the approval of the Colonel/Superintendent).

  • Comprised of 3 members:
    -Two Staff and/or Commissioned Officers of the Department; AND
    -SP Surgeon.
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Q

Rules & Regulations: Article 9
-Regulations Establishing Examination Appeal-

9.1: Who SHALL administer the appeal process for recruit entrance exams and promotional exams?

A

Colonel or designee

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Rules & Regulations: Article 9
-Regulations Establishing Examination Appeal-

9.3: Who appoints an Appeals Board, which consisting of 3 Staff and/or Commissioned Officers, and SHALL review all promotional examination appeals and make written recommendations to the Colonel?

A

Colonel

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Rules & Regulations: Summary Question(s)

Who appoints the following:
1. Duty Status Board?
2. Trial Board?
2. Claims Board?
3. Appeals Board?

A
  1. Duty Status Board? Colonel
  2. Trial Board? Colonel
  3. Claims Board? Deputy
  4. Appeals Board? Colonel
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Rules & Regulations: Article 6
-Regulations Establishing Disciplinary Procedures & Temporary Relief from Duty-

6.1.3: May a Troop/Section/Unit Commander recommend to a Division Commander that a member be placed on administrative leave with pay for a period NOT to exceed 5 days for failing to attend and successfully complete compulsory training?

A

Yes;

  • This exact wording includes “as mandated by the Colonel.”