S Unit 2022 Flashcards
- The mission of the CHP is to provide the___________________ (G.O. 0.1, PG 1)
Safety, Service, and Security.
- The mission of the CHP is accomplished through _________ departmental goals. (G.O. 0.1, PG 1)
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- The departmental goals in order are (G.O. 0.1, PG 1):
Protect Life and Property,
Enhance Public Trust Through Superior Service,
Invest in our People,
Anticipate Public Safety and Law Enforcement Trends and Provide Assistance to Allied Agencies.
- What are the organization values? (G.O. 0.1, PG 1):
Respect for others, Fairness, Ethical Practices, Equitable treatment for all.
What are the concepts that guide the Department’s overall philosophy of enhancing public Safety, Service, and Security through a participative management philosophy? (G.O. 0.2, PG 1)
Public Responsibility, Leadership and Innovation, Organizational Development, Personnel Development, Command Accountability.
- CHP personnel ____not issue or provide to any person a courtesy card or
communication that could or would purport to extend any special privilege or immunity from departmental processes or those of any other governmental agency. (G.O. 0.3, PG 1)
SHALL
- Souvenir or commemorative pins that are no larger than_______in overall diameter shall be deemed to be pins and not badges. Care must be taken to ensure that no connotation of immunity from official actions is imparted to the recipient of this type of pin. (G.O. 0.3)
one and one-half inches
- All Division, office, section, and Area commanders ____designate a first and
second alternate commander from within their immediate staff whenever possible. (G.O. 0.4, page 1)
Shall
- The alternate commander ____ have full authority of the command and ____be
responsible for its continued operation when acting for the commander. (G.O. 0.4, Pg 1)
Shall/Shall
- The meetings held by the CAB ______subject to the requirements of the
Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act (Government Code Section 11120 et seq.). (G.O. 0.7, Pg 1)
Are not
- What are the professional values of the Department? (G.O 0.8 Pg 3)
Courage, Honesty, Professionalism, Principles, Respect, Integrity, Education, Esprit De Corps
- As a model for subordinates, managers and supervisors shall___________
employees in everyday ethical decisions. (G.O. 0.8, Pg 2)
Lead, recognize, and support
What are the supervisor and manager responsibilities regarding the use of state-owned equipment and resources? (G.O 0.9)
All the above
- Pursuant to Government Code Sections 11120-11132, when the
Department functions in a lead capacity in an open/public meeting, such as a town hall or committee meeting, the Department is required to send notices to anyone who submits a written request for notification. This does not apply to ____________. (G.O 1.5)
Operational meetings or meetings such as an occupational safety committee meeting.
A copy of Area meeting minutes _____ be posted for _______ days at the Respective Area office (G.O 1.5, pg 4)
Shall / 5
- Smoking shall not be permitted within ______of doorways, ground level air
intake structures, and operable windows. (G.0. 6.1, Pg 1)
25 feet
- On building accesses, the signs shall be written in bold print and readable from a distance of ______. (G.O 6.1, Pg 2)
25 feet
- Smoking may be permitted only in the following areas: (G.O 6.1)
A.Outside of buildings in areas where smoking is not otherwise prohibited.
C.Outside of buildings, at least 20 feet or more away from an entrance, exit, ground level air intake structure, or operable window of a building.
D.State-owned housing that is the primary residence of an employee.
- All state offices are to be open for the transaction of business from ____ to ____ hours daily, except Saturday, Sunday, and legal holidays. (G.O 6.2)
0800-1700
- In keeping with the Department’s purpose as a public service organization and
to ensure compliance with this directive, all offices of the California Highway Patrol _____attempt to be staffed continuously during these hours by at least one employee who is readily available for the transaction of business. (G.O 6.2)
Shall
- On a CHP 121, an employee has a mandatory disclosure of their social security number. (G.O 6.3, Pg A-2)
True
- Normally, an officer _______not be assigned as an acting sergeant unless
their name is on the current sergeant promotional list. (G.O 6.7, Pg 1)
Should
- Commanders _____ ensure officers assigned as acting sergeants on a
temporary basis do not provide performance documentation directly to persons
of their rank. This includes, but is not limited to, performance appraisals,
conducting and writing investigation reports, and performance documentation. (G.O 6.7, Pg 2)
Shall
- Commanders _____ ensure acting sergeants are not involved in the review
process and/or signature approval of the CHP 415, Daily Field Record, and
CHP 415D, Supplemental Daily Field Record. The review and approval of the
CHP 415 and the CHP 415D shall only be completed by a sergeant or above. (G.O 6.7, Pg 2)
Shall
- Acting sergeants ______not be given an assignment that includes the full
range of supervisory duties unless such assignments are critical and necessary to fill a void created by the extended absence of a regularly
assigned sergeant. Prior approval of such assignments must be obtained from
___________. (G.O 6.7, Pg 2)
Shall/ the appropriate Commissioner
- An OIC ________only be appointed when ______or more officers will be on duty
under their supervision. (G.O 6.7, Pg 2)
Shall/ Two
- Officers who are assigned to perform the duties of an OIC for _____ hours or more during a regular shift shall receive the OIC pay differential as specified in the current Bargaining Unit 5 Labor Agreement. (G.O 6.7, Pg 2)
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- OIC’s can be involved in the review process and/or signature approval of CHP 415 and CHP 415D. (G.O 6.7, Pg 2)
False
- Internal audits within the CHP are conducted by? (G.O 6.8, Pg 1)
Office of Inspector General, Audits Unit
- External audits are audits conducted by? (G.O 6.8, Pg 1
An outside entity
- At least ______ prior to the start of an audit of a command or program
(auditee), the OIG auditor sends the commander an engagement memorandum
and the preliminary list of documents needed for the audit. A copy of the memorandum is sent to the next level up the chain of command. (G.O 6.8, Pg 6)
30 Days
- Internal auditing, as defined in the International Standards of the
Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, is “an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organization’s operations. It helps an organization accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, discipline approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.” (G.O 6.8, Pg 1)
True
- Typically, audits are characterized as either internal or external. (G.O 6.8, Pg 1)
True
- Effective January 1, 2002, Chapter 3.8 of the _______, requires California employers to provide a reasonable amount of break time to accommodate an employee desiring to express breast milk for the employee’s infant child. (G.O 6/10, Pg 1)
Labor Code
- Supervisors _____make reasonable efforts to provide the employee with a room or other location, other than a restroom, in close proximity to the employee’s work area, and may include the location where the employee normally works (LC Section1031). (G.O 6.10, Pg 1)
Shall
- Supervisors ______required to provide additional break time as noted in this law if the break time would seriously disrupt operations. Under these conditions, an employer _____ required to provide the accommodation (LC Section 1032). (G.O 6.10, Pg 1)
Are not / is not
- Employees who require additional break time for the purpose of expressing breast milk for their infant child _____ prepare a memorandum to their supervisor. The additional break time requested should run concurrently with the break time already authorized for the employee. (G.O 6.10, Pg 2)
Shall
- Regarding lactation accommodations, Supervisors must provide the employee with? (G.O 6.10, Pg 2)
an enclosed room, other than a restroom, that is away from public view, provides privacy, and is available for the time requested by the employee.
- Regarding lactation accommodations, the room can be a vacant office, lounge area, a first aid room, etc, which can be locked or where a sign can be posted on the entrance indicating the room is in use. (G.O 6.10, Pg 2)
True
- The CALEA was created in_____? (G.O 6.11, Pg 1)
1979
- To maintain compliance and reaccreditation, CALEA conducts an ______ Web-based assessment and a ______site-based assessment of the Department. (G.O 6.11, Pg 3)
Annual / Quadrennial
- How many phases is the CALEA accreditation process? (G.O 6.11, Pg 3)
Five
- The Department is required to forward to DOJ a validation certification of all CHP records within ______ (G.O. 7.1. Pg 1)
30 days
- All records must be compared with originating case documents, regardless of the
age of the case or location of the originating documentation; however, recent
consultation with the victim or complainant is not mandatory for entries related to firearms. (G.O. 7.1. Pg 3)
True
- Limited duty assignments for uniformed members _____ be restricted to those employees who are incapable of, or prohibited from, active law enforcement duties. (G.O. 10.5 pg 1)
Shall
- As mandated by the Vehicle Code, it is policy of the Department that all uniformed members be fully capable of performing all critical tasks. (G.O. 10.5)
True
- Regarding Field and Headquarters assignments and transfers for Non-Uniformed Employees, satisfactory performance during the past 12 months shall be considered for all transfers. Unsatisfactory performance may be cause for denial of transfer request. (G.O 10.6. Pg 1)
True
- Employees _____have a maximum of _______ days to accept or reject
a transfer offer unless other arrangements are agreed to by the hiring
command. If the employee is unavailable (e.g., on vacation, leave of
absence), the employee’s supervisor and/or commander shall note all attempts
to contact the employee. If there is no response from the employee, the
Department shall consider it a waiver of the transfer offer, and the employee
will forfeit the right to the position. (G.O 10.6. Pg 2)
Shall / five business days
- Regarding Field and Headquarters assignments and transfers for Non-Uniformed Employees, if there are no transfer requests on file or if all employees waive, the
vacant position shall be advertised statewide by Classification and Hiring. The most senior employee in the same classification who responds with a CHP 220N to the
statewide advertisement by the cutoff date should be selected for the position. (G.O 10.6. Pg 2)
False
- Regarding Field and Headquarters assignments and transfers for Uniformed employees, a CHP 127 package may be submitted via e-mail up to, but not exceeding, ____ days in advance of an anticipated position vacancy. (G.O 10.7)
90
- Lieutenant commanders and above will be required to remain a
minimum of ____years in an assigned location regardless of whether the assignment was the result of a transfer or a promotion. (G.O 10.7. Pg 2)
Two
- All uniformed employees, and any nonuniformed employees required to maintain a valid CDL, shall be enrolled in the ______Program. (G.O. 10.13, Pg 2)
EPN
- Attendance at the parole hearing is strictly limited by statute. Only the _________________ may attend the hearing. (G.O. 10.15, Pg 3)
All the above
- Regarding participation at Parole Hearings, the CHP members participating as support persons _______ wear the departmental uniform nor other indicia suggestive of departmental representation. (G.O. 10.15, Pg 3)
Shall not
- CHP members are not permitted to attend parole hearings unless requested by who? (G.O. 10.15, Pg 3)
Family as the support person
- Who shall serve as the Office of Primary Interest for the Disclosure List for Prosecuting Agencies (DLPA)? (G.O 10.25, Pg 1)
Office of Internal Affairs
- Each command shall inform OIA as soon as practical if any uniformed employee within that command is charged with a misdemeanor or felony offense. (G.O 10.25, Pg 1)
True
- Each uniformed employee shall immediately notify their commander (1) If they are ____________________of a misdemeanor or felony offense. (2) If charges for a misdemeanor or felony offense are dismissed or adjudicated. If adjudicated, the employee shall notify their commander with the outcome of the proceedings. (G.O 10.25, Pg 1)
Charged and convicted
The OIA will establish a list of employee names and identification numbers for all current of former uniformed personnel who meet any of the following criteria: (G.O 10.25, Pg 2)
All the above
- The CHP is a Department within the__________ (G.O. 21.1, Pg 1)
California State Transportation Agency
- The Department ________ cooperate with other agencies and may assist in the
notification of kin in the event of a death occurring within the jurisdiction of the
California Highway Patrol (CHP). Departmental personnel ______ also assist local agencies with notifications when an incident requires resources which exceed those available to them. (G.O. 21.4, Pg 1)
Shall / May
- Commanders_______, when appropriate, honor requests for assistance in making notifications if personnel are available, but ______ not voluntarily assume the duties or responsibilities of coroners or hospitals. (G.O. 21.4, Pg 1)
Should / Shall
- Commanders_______, when appropriate, honor requests for assistance in making notifications if personnel are available, but ______ not voluntarily assume the duties or responsibilities of coroners or hospitals. (G.O. 21.4, Pg 1)
Should / Shall
- Who shall develop SOP for the prompt notification of the appropriate coroner’s office in the event of a death within CHP jurisdiction? (G.O. 21.4, Pg 1)
Area Commander
- Departmental personnel charged with making death or injury notifications
shall take care to exercise good judgment. Whenever possible, _________________________ (G.O. 21.4, Pg 1)
Death notifications should be made in person
- Regarding Notification of Kin, Injury notifications _____ be made in person or by telephone, commensurate with the nature and sensitivity of the injury and incident. (G.O. 21.4, Pg 1)
May
- Then CHP personnel make a notification, the appropriate coroner’s office
________be notified as soon as practicable of the time, date, and name of the person notified. (G.O. 21.4)
Shall
- In death notifications, the notifying CHP member ________have a
neighbor or friend of the family present at the time of notification, if possible. (G.O. 21.4)
Should
- According to G.O. 22.3, Resident Posts: Creation, abolishment, or permanent changes in the authorized personnel of all Resident Posts will be approved by who?
Office of the Commissioner
- The mission of the CHP is to provide the highest level of safety, service, and security. accomplished through four departmental goals. What are the goals in order? (G.O. 22.6, Pg 1)
Protect life and Property, Enhance Public Trust through Superior Service, Invest in our People, Anticipate Public Safety and Law Enforcement Trends and Provide Assistance to Allied Agencies.
- The Strategic Plan is a living document. (G.O. 22.6, Pg 6)
True
The Live Scan terminals are intended for the sole function of fingerprinting persons for certification, licensing, or employment purposes as required by the following departmental programs: cadet selection/hiring, nonuniformed personnel hiring, School Pupil and Farm Labor Transportation Safety Program, FSP Program, RSPV Program, Senior Volunteer Program, Motorcycle Safety Program, student, interns, RTP tow truck driver/operator/managers, TMC personnel, and contracted employees (janitors, consultants, technicians, evidence tow truck owners and drivers, etc). The Live Scan terminals ___________be used for any other purpose. No additional software _____ be loaded on this device. (G.O. 32.1)
Shall Not/ Shall
The Divisions and Areas with Live Scan Terminals must establish a check-out system for the use of the Live Scan Terminals off-site. (G.O. 32.1)
True
- ____________________________are responsible for
replying to requests from Caltrans for information pertaining to the raising or
lowering of a prima facie speed limit on any segment of a state highway. (GO 40.3, Pg 1)
Area commanders (with concurrence from their Division)
- A minimum of _____ vehicle speeds is recommended for each survey. For roads
with an average daily travel of over 10,000 vehicles, increasing the sample to a
minimum of _____ vehicles is recommended. (G.O. 40.3)
100/400
- Grants should only be used for the purpose and by the commands for which they were justified. (G.O. 40.6, Pg 6)
False
- NO GRANT “CATEGORY” BUDGET, OR “LINE ITEM” BUDGET WITHIN A CATEGORY, SHOULD BE OVERSPENT. (G.O. 40.6, Pg 16)
True
- Grants _____ only be used for the purpose and by the commands for which
they were justified. (GO 40.6)
Shall
- With the exception of personnel costs, the OPI grant coordinator _______obtain GMU approval prior to ALL expenditures or obligations of grant funds. (GO 40.6)
Shall
- No grant “category” budget, or “line item” budget within a category, shall be overspent. (GO 40.6)
True
- You are the on-duty supervisor working the graveyard shift and you observe an incident you believe to be a valuable training tool and decide to save and present AVLS data during the next Area training day. Which is the most accurate statement regarding the use of AVLS data? (GO 60.1)
If the supervisor determines the incident would be an appropriate training aid, and the incident is not part of an ongoing criminal/civil proceeding, AVLS data may be used at the discretion of the Area commander.
- You are the on-duty supervisor working the graveyard shift when you receive a call from a civilian that one of your patrol units has been sitting outside of a residence, in an incorporated city, for a few hours. The caller states the patrol vehicle has been seen there several days ago as well. You recognize the patrol vehicle license plate as being assigned to an officer who is supposed to be on the complete other side of your Area. You decide to run an AVLS report to confirm the information prior to bringing the issue forward to Area management. What is the most accurate statement regarding the use of AVLS data? (GO 60.1)
AVLS data shall not be randomly viewed for the sole purpose of locating policy and/or criminal violations
- The AVLS data ____be viewed if there is an operational need to do so.
C. May
- The AVLS data _____ be reviewed as part of an investigation or if needed to complete incident reports.
C. May
- Pursuant to California Penal Code Section 832.4, every peace officer must acquire the POST Basic Certificate upon completion of probation, but no later than _________ after date of appointment to the rank of peace officer. (G.O. 70.14)
24 Months
- All uniformed employees ______attend one four-hour driver training course
to be held every _____-numbered year (G.O. 70.15)
Shall / odd
- Sergeants are required to perform an ________ride-along with officers; this is a general job performance evaluation and is no longer considered a “commentary driving” evaluation. Supervisors should refer to HPM 10.10, Chapter 3, Performance Appraisal Process for Officer, California Highway Patrol, to address performance issues or concerns. (G.O. 70.15)
Annual
- Upon their initial hire and once every _____ years, all nonuniformed employees and senior volunteers who routinely drive on official state business or whose duties change to require frequent driving, are required to pass an online Defensive Driver Training course administered by DGS, Office of Risk and Insurance Management. (G.O. 70.15)
Four
- Additionally, after completing the initial online course, nonuniformed personnel and senior volunteers must participate in a one time, _____-hour behind the wheel training class taught by a certified Driver Awareness Instructor. (G.O. 70.15)
One
- Penal Code §76 makes it a felony to knowingly and willingly threaten the life
of, or threaten serious bodily harm to, any elected public official, county
public defender, county clerk, exempt appointee of the Governor, or judge,
or the staff or immediate family of any of the above, with the specific intent that
the statement is to be taken as a threat, and there is apparent ability to carry ou that threat by any means. (G.O. 100.3)
True
- The office conducting the preliminary investigation or the initial evaluation of
the circumstances ____contact Threat Assessment Unit (TAU) with preliminary information as soon as possible so a detailed threat assessment can be initiated. (G.O. 100.3)
Shall
- Every Area office ________ participate in the Department’s CPS program by providing traffic safety presentations, conducting CPRS check-up events, and operating Area CPRS fitting stations to better educate the public on child passenger safety. (G.O. 100.7)
Shall
- The original CHP 273 shall be retained at the Area and/or Division
office for a period of ___________. Additionally, the CPS technician/instructor should keep a copy of the CHP 273 for their own records. (G.O. 100.7)
Not less than 1 year
- It is the responsibility of the _____________ to determine whether or not a
Subpoenaed- employee’s attendance at a court trial or judicial hearing has become unnecessary. (G.O. 100.18)
Area Commander
- Employees _________ be required to be available to receive notice of pending
court appearance cancellations during nonworking hours. (G.O. 100.18)
Shall not
- Employees who have been unavailable for a cancellation notification _____
contact their office within ____ hours of the scheduled court appearance between 0800 and 1700 hours, Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. (G.O. 100.18)
Shall/ 24
An employee reports to the office, court, or hearing room in response to a
subpoena or other official process, without having learned of the cancellation or postponement, and they have not confirmed the appearance as required in
paragraph 4.d., no overtime compensation or travel expenses will be approved. (G.O. 100.18)
True
- Unless they have received prior notice, supervisors ______refuse to accept
subpoenas for subordinates on the day of the designated appearance except in those cases when the Area commander deems the attendance to be critical, and they have reason to believe the employee can be contacted. (G.O. 100.18)
Shall
- Employees _____ accept subpoenas served directly to them by any lawful
means. (G.O. 100.18)
Shall
- You are working as the Administrative Sergeant on a late Friday afternoon when just before 1700 hours you receive a toll collection notice from the Toll Authority for a private vehicle with confidential registration to the Department. The Toll collection notice is for a retired employee of the Department. How shall the Department handle the matter?
The Toll Authority shall be advised to initiate the unpaid toll collection procedures.
- Supervisors _______conduct a periodic review of CHP 415 entries to ensure
compliance with this GO. When reviewing CHP 415 entries, supervisors
________ ensure no personal or unique identifying information regarding the
person stopped is entered in the narrative field. (G.O. 100.21)
Shall/ Should
- Personnel _____ complete and submit all CHP 415 entries prior to the end
of their shift, unless exigent circumstances preclude doing so. In such
circumstances, a supervisor shall be notified, and the data shall be completed
as soon as practicable. (G.O. 100.21)
Shall
- Personnel shall not include the _______________________, or
________________of persons contacted in any
CHP 415 entry, including narrative boxes. (G.O. 100.21)
A. Name
B. Address
C. SSN
D. Other unique personal identifying information
- On-duty personnel receiving requests to view photographic ID _____ comply
by displaying the front (photograph) side of their departmentally issued ID card, unless doing so would reasonably jeopardize officer and/or public safety. (G.O. 100.21)
Should
- Uniformed personnel, when conducting special enforcement operations (e.g., Cargo Theft Interdiction Program Investigative Services Unit operations, Construction/Maintenance Zone Enhanced Enforcement Programs, grant-funded enforcement operations), ______ make public contact data entries as outlined in this GO. (G.O. 100.21)
Shall
- Contacts made during active shooter incidents and public safety evacuations_______________ (G.O. 100.21)
Do not require entry on the 415
- California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers _______ make reasonable efforts to notify owners of killed, injured, or loose livestock on public highways and ensure the removal of such animals to restore highway safety. (G.O. 100.36)
Shall
- Officers ______, as soon as practicable, make reasonable efforts to notify owners of damaged livestock fences that could potentially allow livestock to affect highway safety. (G.O. 100.36)
Shall
- Officers encountering damaged livestock fences which border highways
during the course of their duties _____ make a reasonable effort to notify
responsible parties in accordance with Section 2811 of the California Vehicle
Code (CVC). (G.O. 100.36)
Shall
- You are working the graveyard shift by yourself as a newly promoted sergeant in a rural area when your only officer working asks you who their CHP 51 shall be forwarded to regarding the removal of livestock from the roadway. What do you tell this officer? (G.O. 100.36)
The local hide and brand inspector or the California Department of Food and Agriculture, Bureau of Livestock Identification, when the owner of livestock is unknown.
- Departmental employees _____ensure all drivers and passengers are
properly using vehicle occupant restraint systems when operating or riding in
state-owned vehicles, or when using rented or private vehicles while conducting state business. (G.O. 100.40, Pg 1)
Shall
- According to G.O. 100.40, an exemption to the seatbelt requirement in a state vehicle or when using rented or private vehicles while on state business is an unusual circumstance constituting an extreme emergency, such as emergency lifesaving transportation of a critically injured person whose injuries do not permit the use of safety belts. (G.O. 100.40, Pg 1)
True
- The operator of any vehicle being used on state business should
ensure all passengers are properly secured by safety belts and/or child passenger restraint systems. (G.O. 100.40, Pg 1)
False
- The CHP shall be primarily responsible for permit enforcement of FO and FI
Filming Encroachment Permits (refer to paragraphs 5.a. and 5.b. for definitions of FO and FI) on state highways (whether incorporated or unincorporated). (G.O. 100.41, Pg 1)
True
You are the only sergeant working when an officer informs you they will be doing an off-duty ride along with an allied agency. The officer asks you if they are allowed to wear their CHP uniform while on the ride-along. What do you tell this officer? (G.O. 100.42, Pg 1)
The CHP uniform will not be worn during off-duty ride-alongs with allied law enforcement agencies.
A CHP 428 shall be signed by all non-CHP employee ride-along
participants ______ a ride-along. (G.O. 100.42, Pg 1)
prior to
- Completed waivers shall be maintained at the Area office for a period of ________. (G.O. 100.42, Pg 1)
One year
- Officers assigned to patrol duties shall be aware of the Department’s ____________ obligation to provide public assistance. (G.O. 100.42,
Lawful and moral
- Uniformed personnel operating enforcement vehicles while assigned to patrol
duties should stop to assist persons who are in apparent need regardless of
geographical location. (G.O 100.45)
False
- Officers performing patrol duty ______ check all vehicles which appear to be
unattended or disabled upon state highways (including freeways), unincorporated roadways, and other major traffic arteries within the geographical area of the Department’s primary responsibility, as such vehicles may actually be occupied of disabled. Vehicles _______be promptly removed from the freeway or roadway whenever authorized by law. (G.O 100.45)
Shall/ should
- Any command level may initiate a request for legal representation or opinion. (G.O. 120.2)
True
- Requests for agencies and individuals for legal representation or opinion outside the Department____________. (G.O. 120.2
Shall not be initiated
- You are working as the only sergeant on duty for weekend day watch on a Saturday morning. Your Area’s front desk is open to serve the public, and your front desk officer comes into the sergeant’s office to ask you what to do when a woman at the front desk indicated her 18 year old son was killed in a traffic collision and she would like a copy of the crash report. You ask clarifying questions regarding the incident and determine her son was driving a vehicle he owned, but she is his next of kin. Additionally, she indicates she will seek a court order for the documents, if needed. What is the most appropriate regarding this incident? (GO 110.2, PG 2)
She must be a court appointed family member per California Probate Code 6401 to receive a copy of the report.
- In those circumstances where departmental policy does not provide specific direction or guidance regarding the topic of search and seizure, uniformed employees shall comply with the guidelines outlined in the _________. (GO 100.91, PG 4)
California Peace Officers Legal Sourcebook (CPOLS).
An electronic recording ____ be made that includes both audio and visual representations of the lineups being conducted. When it is not possible to make a recording with both audio and visual representations, an audio recording only may be used. (GO 100.102, PG 2)
shall
You are the on-duty supervisor when you are called to a fatality collision blocking all traffic lanes of a State Route. Upon your arrival, you determine traffic lanes will be closed in excess of 90-minutes. When is notification of this closure required? (GO 100.80, Annex A)
Immediately
- You are the on-duty supervisor when you receive a call from your SSP officer. The officer informs you they are at the office of a local state legislator who had a rock thrown through their window. Attached to the rock was a note that said, “If you don’t make AR-15s legal, I will kill you.” The legislator says they are not concerned and has been the target of several threatening emails since voting for additional gun control measures. When is notification of this incident required? (GO 100.3, PG 1)
Immediately
- Normally, two Officers shall be assigned to a field patrol unit between: (GO 100.51)
2200 and 0600 hours
- You are in the office working on a time-sensitive project when you receive a phone call from one of the B-Watch officers advising you of the death of an immediate family member. When is notification of this incident required? (GO 100.80, Annex A)
Immediately
You are working B-Watch and responded to a crash involving a family with a 5-year old child. Tows are on-scene and the child’s safety seat shows signs of wear and appears unsafe. Traffic is moving a freeway speed and your officer indicates their intention to move all of the parties off of the freeway for safety concerns. The officer indicates they want to transport the child in their patrol vehicle, with one of the parents, while the other parent rides in the tow truck. What is the most appropriate course of action: (GO 100.40, PG 2)
Buckle the child into the rear seat, using the existing patrol vehicle seatbelt
- While at the scene of a fatal traffic collision, you observe the investigating officer taking pictures of the scene on their personal cellular phone. The scene is also being documented on the Area’s professional digital camera. You inquire as to why the officer is taking pictures. They tell you they are going to use the photographs to assist them in writing the report and will immediately delete them when they are done. They advise you they will not share them with anyone. What is the most appropriate response? (GO 110.8, PG 1)
Digital media captured while on-duty by members of the Department, is the property of the state and shall be transferred from the device and submitted to the Department prior to the end of the employee’s work shift.
- You are working in the office and see the Area PIO wearing a gold cellular phone clipped to their duty belt. Regarding the wearing of phones on duty, what is most appropriate? (GO 100.95, PG 1)
One communication device, other than approved radio extenders or high band radios may be worn on the uniform.
- You are the on-duty supervisor when you hear an “information only” broadcast of an active shooter incident at a school 15 miles from your closest beat, but within your Area. You hear five of your units go “enroute” and then hear them run down the hallway, and drive out of the parking lot code-3 with tires squealing. What does policy say regarding response to active shooter incidents? (GO 100.101, PG 3)
All officers not engaged in another emergency shall immediately respond to the scene of an active shooter event, unless ordered to slow or cancel their response.
- _____ are required to review the contents of GO 100.91, Search and Seizure Policy________ (GO 100.91, PG 4)
All uniformed employees / quarterly
- You are the on-duty supervisor and one of your officers calls you to request permission to conduct a consent search. You grant them permission and the employee subsequently requests consent from the person they stopped. Prior to conducting the search, the employee is called to an emergency incident and was unable to conduct the search. What is most appropriate regarding documentation? (GO 100.91, PG 7)
Since consent was requested a CHP 202D is required