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Sgt Test Flashcards

1
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No one under the age of __ will be authorized to participate in ride along program

A

16

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2
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Drug/ alcohol testing should be completed within __ hours of crash involving country owned vehicles.

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3

*If medical attention extends past time limit BAC should be obtained within 8 hours.

*32 hours for drug related blood draw

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3
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True/ false:

The admin Lieutenant reviews all request for ride-alongs.

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True

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4
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Rejected use of force reports (to deputy or supervisor) will be corrected and returned within __ working days.

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2

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5
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True/ false:

All use of force reports will be reviewed by at least two levels of supervision.

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True

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6
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True/ false:

Multiple uses of a force on a single subject that are distinctly separated by a period of compliance require a separate use of force report.

A

True

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7
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List the Graham factors

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-Severity of the crime
-Level of threat
-Level of Reisistance
-Attempts to escape

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8
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A pursuit may be initiated when there is ________ ________ to believe that the driving behavior of the fleeing subject poses a clear and immediate threat to the safety of others AND the threat existed prior to the attempt to stop.

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Probable Cause

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9
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Ex Parte orders are ___…

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to seize a person. Order must be specific on who to take and where to place them. Usually involves children.

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10
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A writ of attachment is ___…

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an order to seize lands, tenements, good, monies, effects, credits, and all other interests in a specific property. Prevent defendant from disposing of property until hearing is held.

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11
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What case law governs the way use of force is evaluated?

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Graham v. Connor

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12
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What determines whether employee will submit to drug or alcohol tests if involved in a crash while operating county vehicle?

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-Employee under influence of drug/ alcohol
-Injuries to deputy or others involved
-Vehicle not operable due to damage (exclude animal strikes)
-Employee cited as being responsible for crash

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13
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A writ of assistance is ___…

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an order directing SJCSO to take specific action on part of plaintiff. Usually to recover property or restore premises to plaintiff.

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14
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A writ of replevin is ___…

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to repossess goods or chattels

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15
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Type 2 use of force =

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-Any type 1 resulting in injury or complaint of injury
-Any sort of strike, regardless of injury
-Use of any force tool
-Unintentional strikes to head, neck, front upper torso, or groin
-Any injury to Deputy

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16
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Responding to calls for service

Any life threatening situation or when a person’s safety is being directly jeopardized is considered an ________ ____ ________.

A

emergency call response

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17
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SJCSO Mission Statement

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It shall be the mission of the SJCSO, in partnership with the community, to protect life and property, in upholding the law in a fair and equal manner.

We will adapt to the community’s changing needs through proactive strategies and traditional police methods.

In our exercise of authority we maintain a high level of integrity, compassion, professionalism, and dedication to service.

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18
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Sergeants have __ days to complete and submit type 1 and 2 use of force investigation to their supervisor.

A

7

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19
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A writ of restitution is ____…

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an eviction order to remove tenants from property

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20
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Responding to calls for service

In-progress situation where personal injury or loss of property may occurr if the response is unnecessarily delayed are considered ______ ____ ________.

A

urgent call response

21
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True/ false:

A Deputy involved in a type 3 use of force completes a use of force report.

A

False.
*the information will be obtained during subsequent criminal or admin investigtion

22
Q

Responding to calls for service

Calls for service of a non emergency nature where a quick response is not essential are considered ________ ____ ___________

A

routine call response

23
Q

Under Graham v. Connor an officers actions during a use of force must be _____ _______.

A

objectively reasonable

24
Q

Force used on two different people in the same incident requires ___ use of force reports.

A

2

25
Q

True/ false:

Employees selected for a random drug test will respond within 2 hours of receiving notice.

A

True

26
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A writ of garnishment is ___…

A

an order served on a person who holds assets of the defendant. Usually an employer.

27
Q

Type 1 use of force =

A

-Physical techniques without injury
-Taser pointed at non-preferred target zones
-Use of handcuffs to apply leverage
-Firearm pointed at subject

28
Q

How many ride alongs can one person do per year?

A

4

29
Q

True/ false:

In the event of a work related crash that requires testing, the employee will drive themselves to the test location.

A

False.
-Employee will be driven by Risk Manager. If unavailable Sergeant will drive. If call load does not allow, LT will drive.

30
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Type 3 use of force =

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-Use of or attempted use of deadly force
-Intentional strikes to head, neck, spine, groin etc with impact weapon or impact munitions
-Intentional taser to head, neck, upper torso, or groin
-Any force that results in great bodily harm or death
-Any neck restraint or choke holds

31
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What is a pursuit?

A

An attempt by a deputy to apprehend an occupant of a motor vehicle, the driver of which is believed to be actively attempting to avoid apprehension by exceeding the speed limit; or is committing non-speed related moving violations to avoid apprehension.

32
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What violent felonies can a vehicle pursuit be initiated for?

A

-Homicide
-CSP
-Armed Robery
-Kidnapping/false imprisonment
-Felony agg batt w/ great bodily harm
-Agg assault with a deadly weapon.

33
Q

True/ false

The driver of a vehicle who was in a crash can request a tow company of their choosing.

A

True

*When a citizen (owner or operator) requests a specific tow company, the request is made separately by dispatch and does not affect the on-call rotation. Deputies do not conduct a tow inventory in these situations.

34
Q

What are shift minimums for days, swings, and graves?

A

Days- 5
Swings- 4
Graves- 4

35
Q

True/ False:

Pregnant women will only be handcuffed in the front

A

True

36
Q

True/ False

Overly-tight handcuffing can constitute excessive force.

A

True

Handcuffs used as a force tool= reportable use of force

ie: applying leverage

37
Q

True/ false

Juveniles under 13 will never be placed in handcuffs.

A

False
Juveniles under the age of 13 will be on a case-by-case basis with careful consideration given to the juvenile’s risk level and other safety factors. Handcuffs may be used to prevent a juvenile from hurting him or herself, for the protection of others, the protection of property, and the prevention of escapes.

38
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List the five elements of the 1st ammendment protections

A

Religion
Speech
Press
Assembly
Right to Petition Government

39
Q

2nd amendment protections?

A

The right to keep and bare arms shall not be infringed

40
Q

4th amendment protections

A

Protects people from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government

41
Q

5th amendment protections

There are 5

A

Right to a grand jury
No double jeopardy
Protection against self-incrimination
Right to due process (fair trial)
Eminent domain (governement cant take property without compensation)

42
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6th amendment protections

A

Right to speedy trial
Right to confront witnesses
Right to legal representation
-If defendant has retained attorney, they cannot be talked to without them (unless new investigation/new crimes)

43
Q

According to NMSA 1978 43-1-10 a person may be transported for an emergncy mental health evaluation if…

A
  1. Person otherwise subject to lawful arrest
  2. Reason to believe person has just attempted suicide
  3. As a result of mental disorder, presents likelihood of harm to self or others
44
Q

For accountability, issuance of a PIP (performance improvement plan) will trigger the generation of an __________ ____________.

A

internal complaint

45
Q

True/ False

A Sergeant can issue a PIP (performance improvement plan) without any other approval

A

False
A staff member (lieutenant or higher) must be involved in the decision to implement a PIP, the development of the PIP with measurable performance indicators, and the issuance of a PIP.

46
Q

List some examples of informal complaints

A
  1. Poor demeanor displayed by employee
  2. Failure to take appropriate police actions
  3. Tardieness
  4. Insubordination
47
Q

List examples of Formal Complaints

A
  1. Use of excessive force
  2. Brutality
  3. Breach of Civil Rights
  4. Criminal Misconduct
  5. False arrest or false imprisonment
48
Q

True/ false

Formal complaints can be investigated by the first line supervisor

A

False. requires an internal administrative investigation and are automatically forwarded to the Sheriff or Undersheriff.

49
Q

Informal complaints my be resolved by the _____ ____ __________.

A

First line supervisor

Sgt Assessment 2024 (1 decks)

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