SOP 307.1 Arrest of Foreign Visitors

Question 1

Foreign Consular Officers have a treaty right to visit their arrested or detained countrymen unless the ________.

Answer 1

Arrestee or detainee objects to these visits

Question 2

According to F.S. 901.26, whenever a citizen of any nation to which the U.S. extends diplomatic recognition is arrested or detained for any reason, the officer who makes the arrest or detention shall immediately notify the nearest _______ or _______, or if unknown _______ .

Answer 2

1. Consul
2. Other officer of the nation concerned
3. Embassy in Washington, D.C. of the nation concerned

Question 3

When dealing with foreign visitors after normal business hours, inquiries should be made to ______.

Answer 3

1. Bureau of Diplomatic Security
2. Department of State
3. U.S. Department of State Operations Center

Question 4

Inquiry should promptly be made to the _____ in any case where an individual claims immunity and cannot present satisfactory identification or in any case, where the officer has reason to believe that invalid ID is being presented.

Answer 4

Department of State

Question 5

______ are afforded the same rights under the United States Constitution as are afforded U.S. citizens. Special treatment is given regarding the notification of their embassies and consulates when one is arrested or detained for any reason.

Answer 5

Foreign Nationals