Brainscape's Knowledge GenomeTM


Top Flashcards (Certified)
All Flashcards

tp ex > Sexual Assaults 05-05 > Flashcards

Sexual Assaults 05-05 Flashcards

1
Q

Who must attend a sexual assault?

A
  • Supervisory Officer

* Divisional Sexual Assault Investigator

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

Who must be notified about a sexual assault incident?

A

Officer In Charge
− at the scene of a sexual assault
• Divisional Sexual Assault Investigator or Divisional Investigator
− at the scene of a sexual assault

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Who may request the assistance of Sex Crimes ?

A

−OIC
−Divisional Sexual Assault Investigator
−or in their absence a divisional investigator

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

Can assistance from Sex Crimes be requested at any time?

A

only once the preliminary investigation has been conducted

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

How is the request made for Sex Crimes assistance?

A

After hours through TPOC

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
6
Q

When is Sex Crimes - Special Victims notified?

A

When human trafficking is suspected

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
7
Q

Can a divisional sexual assault investigator be assigned as a lead investigator if the victim is under 16 years of age?

A

No, where the victim is under 16 years of age, a child sex abuse investigator conducts the investigation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
8
Q

Can a divisional sexual assault investigator be the lead investigator if the incident arises out of a domestic situation?

A

No, when the incident arises out of a domestic situation a domestic violence investigator [DVI] shall be assigned as a lead investigator but shall work in conjunction with an accredited sexual assault investigator

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
9
Q

If there is an ongoing risk to the community, the offender is unknown and the investigation to determine the identification of the offender is beyond the resources available at the divisional level who shall be notified? (In relation to a sexual assault investigation)

A

Sex crimes shall be notified in these circumstances.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
10
Q

If the offence is of a particularly heinous nature, includes one or more of the following criteria

  • sexual assault with a weapon, sexual assault causing bodily harm, wounds, maimes, disfigures or endangerous life
  • involves multiple victims
  • involves multiple sexual acts, the use of restraints, bondage or wearing of a disguise by the offender
  • any case where the offender records the offense in any manner
  • the offender uses a call or ruse, including dating services and Internet, to lure the victim
  • any sexual assault link to another sexual assault within the same or any jurisdiction
  • any criminal offense, by an unknown offender, where sexual assault appears to have been the motive
  • when in the commission of the sexual assault, the administration of a noxious substance or drug is used to incapacitate the victim

Who shall be notified?

A

Sex crimes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
11
Q

If the sexual assault involves the administration of noxious a substance, can sex crimes be notified

A

Yes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
12
Q

If the suspect of a sexual assault has been involved in more than one sexual assault within the same or any jurisdiction who shall be notified?

A

Sex crimes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
13
Q

If the suspect of a sexual assault has assaulted one person does sex crimes have to be notified?

A

No, only if it involves more than one victim in the same jurisdiction or it is linked

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
14
Q

What does (CYAC) stand for?

A

CYAC stands for the Child and Youth Advocacy Center

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
15
Q

What is the purpose of the C Y A C?

A

C Y A C promotes the protection of victims; provides advocacy, treatment and ongoing support

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
16
Q

Is the Child and Youth Advocacy Center part of homicide investigation

A

No, it is part of sex crimes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
17
Q

Who staffs the C Y A C?

A

It is staffed by the services designated child-abuse investigators

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
18
Q

Who does the Child and Youth Advocacy Center work in collaboration with?

A

Catholic children’s aid Society

  • The children’s aid Society of Toronto
  • The sick kids hospital’s suspected child abuse and -neglect program (SCAN)
  • Safe-T program
  • Halton trauma center
  • Boost child abuse prevention and intervention
How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
19
Q

If the victim is under 18 years of age and the victim is assaulted or suffers a emotional abuse or neglect and the suspect is a person in a position of trust or authority, will the CYAC investigate?

A

No, the victim must be under the age of 16

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
20
Q

If the victim is under the age of 16, suffers physical assaults and the suspect is a known adult, will the CYAC investigate?

A

Yes

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
21
Q

If the victim is 19 years of age, the suspect is known but the incident involves a sexual offense, will the CYAC investigate

A

No, the victim must be under the age of 18 and the offenses are not within the mandate of the sex crimes unit investigators office

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
22
Q

What hours is the CYAC available from for the Central Field divisions / 32 and 33 divisions?

A

0730 until 2200 hrs.

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
23
Q

If the CYAC is closed, how may officers contact an on-call child abuse investigator

A

Through the TPOC. Only the officer in charge or in their absence, the divisional supervisory officer request the assistance of the CYAC

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
24
Q

May officers contact the on-call child abuse investigator directly?

A

No, only the OIC or in their absence the divisional supervisor officer

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
25
What resource shall police officers consider accessing when investigating child sexual and physical abuse cases?
Using the CYAC
26
What must officers be aware of when a victim reports a historical sexual assault?
Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder and other symptoms of crisis or distress
27
May the first responding officer conduct a detailed interview with the sexual assault victim?
No, only an accredited sexual assault investigator shall conduct detailed interviews with the victim
28
May a sexual assault investigator delay an interview of the sexual assault victim?
Yes, based on careful consideration of the condition of the victim in the information and evidence that is already available
29
What information shall the first responding officer obtain from the victim in relation to the sexual assault?
Only preliminary information from the victim in relation to the sexual assault
30
How many sexual assault care centers (SACC'S) are in The GTA
4
31
What age of victim does the Women's College Hospital care for?
16 years and older
32
What age of victim does the hospital for sick kids care for in relation to a sexual assault?
Under 16 years of age
33
What age the victim does the Scarborough Hospital(Birchmount campus) care for in relation to a sexual assault?
12 years and older
34
Name the 4 sexual assault care centers?
``` The Scarborough Hospital -(Birchmount campus) Sick kids hospital Women's College Hospital Trillium health centre - Mississauga ```
35
How many sexual assault care centers are there?
4
36
What age of victim does the Trillium health center-Mississauga care for in relation to sexual assault?
Any age
37
If no interpreter is available can family members be used as interpreters?
No, family members shall not be used at anytime as interpreters
38
What shall a police officer ensure if an allegation of a sexual assault is reported within 72 hours of an incident?
The officer shall consult with the divisional sexual assault investigator, or in their absence the divisional investigator to determine whether the circumstances of the sexual assault dictate that the victim be transported to a SACC, and be guided by the following -advise the victim of the importance of attending a hospital with a (SACC) for the purpose of personal safety and security, as well as the gathering of potential forensic evidence
39
When a report of a sexual assault is made after 72 hours of the incident what shall a police officer ensure?
The officer shall consult with the divisional sexual assault investigator or in their absence the divisional investigator to determine whether the circumstances of the sexual assault dictate that the victim be transported to a SACC - encourage the victim to seek medical attention for the purpose of personal safety and security
40
Must a sexual assault victim be transported by ambulance to a SACC at all times?
If transportation by ambulance is not necessary, consider the use of an unmarked vehicle when transporting the victim to a SACC
41
Must police officers stay at the SACC centers during the victims medical examination?
Where operationally possible, wait for the victim until completion of the medical examination
42
May a victim use the bathroom while waiting for a medical examination in relation to the sexual assault?
Request of victim postponed avoiding whenever possible until after the medical examination, but if necessary advise the victim to avoid wiping the genital area or save the tissue for later submission with the sexual assault kit
43
Who collects physical and trace evidence at a crime scene involving sexual assault?
Forensic identification services officer
44
Can a soco collect evidence at a sexual assault crime scene?
No, only Forensic identification services officer shall collect that evidence
45
Who is responsible for sexual assault investigation (Uniform response)?
The first supervisory officer shall be responsible for the quality and thoroughness of the uniform response
46
Who is responsible for ensuring the needs of a sexual assault victim are met?
The divisional sexual assault investigator or in their absence the divisional investigator shall be responsible for ensuring the needs of the victim are met
47
Who is responsible the effective management of the sexual assault crime scene?
The divisional sexual assault investigator or in their absence a divisional investigator are responsible
48
Who is responsible for ensuring a thorough and comprehensive investigation is conducted in relation to a sexual assault?
Divisional sexual assault investigator or a Divisional investigator shall be responsible
49
Who shall notify forensic identification services to attend?
Divisional sexual assault investigator or a divisional investigator
50
Can a sexual assault victim attend a SACC Beyond 72 hours of a sexual assault for the purposes of gathering forensic evidence?
Yes, a victim can for the purposes of medical treatment and the gathering of potential forensic evidence even if beyond 72 hours of the incident
51
What determines the gender of the sexual assault investigator or divisional investigator for the purposes of conducting an in depth interview in relation to a sexual assault?
The gender preferred by the victim
52
Can a victim of a sexual assault have a person of his/her choice present for support?
The victim has the option of having a person of his or her choice or a member of victim services present for support
53
Can a member of victim services or a support person be required to testify in court in relation to a sexual assault?
A member of victim services or a support may be required to testify in court
54
Is a sexual assault investigator or divisional investigator allowed to speak to the attending doctor (SACC) nurse?
Yes
55
What is the (SAEK)?
Sexual assault examination kit
56
If the victim asks for a specific gender of a Sexual Assault Investigator and a preferred gender officer cannot be arranged due to operational circumstances, what shall be done?
If the victim's preference of gender is unavailable the investigation will continue regardless
57
What does OMCMM stand for?
Ontario major case management manual
58
When a sexual assault investigation is designated as a major case who shall take charge of the case?
Major case manager of sex crimes
59
Who is responsible for ensuring appropriate uniform response in the absence of Detective Sgt. an appropriate investigative response in relation to a sexual assault?
Officer in charge of the division
60
What hours does Sex Crimes work?
0700- 2400 hours.

tp ex (51 decks)

Brainscape helps you reach your goals faster, through stronger study habits.
© 2025 Bold Learning Solutions. Terms and Conditions