Standard Operating Procedures 800

Question 1

There are, in the United States, approximately _____ persons entitled to some degree of special privileges under international organizations or members of national missions to such international organizations. (SOP 807)

Answer 1

118,000

Question 2

The ____ of diplomatic missions are traditionally the principal communication link between the country, which sends them, and the host country. Accordingly, the staffs of diplomatic missions (Embassies) are afforded the highest privileges and immunities in the host country. (SOP 807)

Answer 2

staffs

Question 3

It should, however, be emphasized that, even at its highest level, diplomatic immunity does not exempt diplomatic officers from the obligation of conforming with national and local laws and regulations. The purpose of these privileges and immunities is not to benefit the individuals, _______ (SOP 807)

Answer 3

but to ensure the efficient and effective performance of their official missions.

Question 4

______ is a legal barrier which precludes United States courts from exercising jurisdiction over cases against persons who benefit therefrom but does not release such individuals from the duty, embodied in international law, to respect the laws and regulations of the United States. (SOP 807)

Answer 4

Immunity

Question 5

It should be remembered that at the _______, there can be no certainty that a person’s immunity will continue when his or her government is confronted with that individual’s alleged criminal actions. (SOP 807)

Answer 5

investigation stage

Question 6

Accordingly, law enforcement officials shall carefully document incidents involving individuals who benefit from privileges and immunities. These incidents shall be promptly reported to the _____. (SOP 807)

Answer 6

Department of State

Question 7

In its most extreme form, ______ precludes arrest or detention in any form and prohibits United States authorities from intruding into their residences, automobiles, or other property. However, in circumstances where public safety is in imminent danger or it is apparent that a serious crime may otherwise be committed, police authorities may intervene to the extent necessary to halt such activity which, of course, includes the power of the police to defend themselves from personal harm. (SOP 807)

Answer 7

Personal Inviolability:

Question 8

______ are accorded the highest degree of privileges and immunities. (SOP 807)

Answer 8

Diplomatic agents

Question 9

Family members forming part of the household of diplomatic agents enjoy precisely the same privileges and immunities as do the sponsoring diplomatic agents except: (SOP 807)

Answer 9

1. When the family member is a national of the U.S.
2. When the son/daughter reaches the age of twenty-one (twenty-three if they are full-time students at an institution of higher learning).

Question 10

In the event that a diplomatic agent, employee, or member of their families should become involved in a felony or other offense of major concern, a copy of the offense report should be routed to the ___________ to be forwarded to the Office of the Chief of Protocol, 2201 C. Street NW, Room 1238, Washington, D.C. 20520. (SOP 807)

Answer 10

Special Support Division Major

Question 11

The _____ requests waivers of immunity whenever local authorities confirm their wish to prosecute. (SOP 807)

Answer 11

Department of State

Question 12

Types of License Plates: Member of Administrative and/or Technical Staff have an ____prefix. (SOP 807)

Answer 12

“S”

Question 13

Tampa Police Department detectives and Tampa Fire Rescue fire investigators will staff the investigative team. The investigative team will be assigned to the ______ and will be under the operational supervision of the ______ (SOP 810)

Answer 13

Homicide Squad/Homicide Sergeant.

Question 14

___ of the fire investigators will work on the 24/48-hour work cycle. The fire investigators will respond to all fires where the cause and origin are not obvious to the on scene _______. (SOP 810)

Answer 14

Three/fire department commander

Question 15

The _____ and ______ will work a 40-hour work week for latent investigations and be on an on-call status during shifts with no on-duty fire investigator. (SOP 810)

Answer 15

fire investigative supervisor/one fire investigator

Question 16

The on-duty fire investigator will contact the fire investigative supervisor if the fire was arson and the dollar loss of the incident exceeded _______ or there was a total loss of a single family dwelling. (SOP 810)

Answer 16

$250,000

Question 17

Bank Robbery: Upon receipt of the alert from the officer on the scene, broadcast same to the units on the street and notify all frequencies and: (SOP 811)

Answer 17

a. Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office;
b. Florida Highway Patrol;
c. All Zone 5 stations via teletype; and
d. Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Question 18

Upon confirmation from the officer on the scene that a robbery has occurred, broadcast same to all frequencies and immediately notify? (SOP 811)

Answer 18

a. District Shift Commander;
b. Supervisor of Robbery Squad; and
c. Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Question 19

Bank Employees’ Responsibilities: After the robbers leave, the employees should lock the door to prevent re-entry of robbers for hostages or protection. A bank representative will stand outside in front of the bank with proper identification, and if possible, an _____ will be displayed with _____ on the card. This is to notify officers that the robbery is no longer in progress and that the officers may approach the scene to gather necessary information. (SOP 811)

Answer 19

orange card/”BANK STAFF”

Question 20

Officers should not leave their positions of cover until positive ______ that suspects have fled or that the alarm is false has been received. (SOP 811)

Answer 20

telephone confirmation

Question 21

Bank Robbery: At the discretion of the affected _____, the Tactical Response Team may be notified and dispatched to the scene, as well as other emergency equipment or services. (SOP 811)

Answer 21

shift commander

Question 22

The _____ on the scene will assume responsibility for the immediate area outside the bank. (SOP 811)

Answer 22

second officer

Question 23

The _______ on the scene will have overall responsibility for the investigation. (SOP 811)

Answer 23

highest-ranking officer

Question 24

A copy of the false alarm report, which indicates non-compliance with these procedures, will be sent to the _______ (SOP 811.)

Answer 24

Major Crimes Bureau Captain

Question 25

An independent administrator administering the test who does not know the desired answer. This person would not be aware which person in the photos or line-up is the suspect, and would eliminate the possibility of unintentionally influencing the witness’s selection. (SOP 819

Answer 25

Blind Testing procedures

Question 26

A collection of photos that were previously taken from individuals who were arrested or been issued a driver’s license containing a photograph. These may be used in cases where a suspect has or has not yet been determined and other reliable sources have been exhausted, but should be evaluated with caution (Examples: H.C.S.O. Mug Shot Web Application, D-FACTS, D.A.V.I.D.) (SOP 819)

Answer 26

Digital Imaging System:

Question 27

Photographs of persons other than the suspect, used to complete a photo array and bring the total number of photos in the array up to a minimum of _____ (SOP 819).

Answer 27

six photos

Question 28

_____ is utilized when an independent administrator is not utilized, permitting the investigator to conduct a sequential photographic line-up in a manner that precludes him or her from knowing when the suspect is presented to the witness. (SOP 819)

Answer 28

Functional Equivalent Procedures:

Question 29

A photographic line-up shall consist of a minimum of _____ photographs. This is to include a minimum of ____ fillers per identification procedure, _____blank photographs and only 1 photo of the suspect (SOP 819)

Answer 29

eight /five/two

Question 30

Photo Packs: A _____ should be used in the lead position of the line-up by an independent administrator.

Answer 30

filler photo

Question 31

Once the photos are selected, the investigator /administrator shall mark the back of each photo with sequential numbers (i.e. 1-6, ____ are not numbered as they are shown ____) and record the order in which they were shown on the line-up sequence form. (SOP 819)

Answer 31

blanks

last

Question 32

Live Line-ups: When composing a live line-up, the officer/detective shall ensure that the live line-up is conducted with the permission and under the guidance of the _________: (SOP 819)

Answer 32

Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office

Question 33

The administrator will ensure that a filler photo is used in the lead position of the line. The folders with the two blank photos are introduced following the sixth photo, as this: (SOP 819)

Answer 33

prevents the witness from knowing when he or she has viewed the last actual photo

Question 34

The _______ can be used when an independent administrator is unavailable or not utilized in a sequential photo array. The FEP is an ______. (SOP 819)

Answer 34

“Functional Equivalent Procedure”/approved procedure

Question 35

In cases where probable cause exists without immediate victim identification of a suspect, officers will not attempt street identification. In cases where probable cause depends upon victim identification, and there is a reasonable amount of time between the crime and the apprehension (within ________), officers will attempt to take the victim to the suspect’s location. If this is impractical, the suspect may be taken to the scene of the crime but only with the suspect’s permission. (SOP 819)

Answer 35

four hours normally

Question 36

The detective, officer or investigator presenting the line-up shall note in their supplemental report, if they are presenting the line-up as a ______ or as an _____ for the lead investigator. (SOP 819)

Answer 36

“FEP Administrator”/“Independent Administrator”

Question 37

The _______ will administer training on a regular basis or upon revision to this SOP, or as required by FDLE or FSA (Florida Sheriff’s Association) or upon changes deemed necessary by the Tampa Police Department or mandated by Legislation. (SOP 819)

Answer 37

Personnel Division

Question 38

Photo Line-ups: A copy of the current policy shall be approved and filed with the ______ and any subsequent updates to the policy will also be filed with the ______.

Answer 38

Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office in the 13th Judicial Circuit/ Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office

Question 39

CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS ADVISORY: In Miranda vs. Arizona the U.S. Supreme Court held that criminal suspects must not be coerced by police officers into making incriminating statements. In other words, statements made by criminal suspects in police custody must be voluntary. In order to ensure such statements are voluntary, police must not only refrain from any overt coercion, but must also advise the suspect that he need not say anything and has the right to talk with a lawyer. The burden is on the ______ to demonstrate the voluntary nature of any statements of the suspect sought to be admitted at trial. (SOP 820)

Answer 39

prosecution

Question 40

There are two criteria for determining when or where to give the warning: (SOP 820)

Answer 40

A. The suspect is to be subjected to custodial interrogation; and
B. The statements, or evidence to be obtained as a result of the statements, may be introduced as evidence at trial.

Question 41

_______ occurs when a person who reasonably believes he is not free to terminate contact with police at any time is subjected to questioning about possible criminal involvement. (SOP 820)

Answer 41

Custodial interrogation

Question 42

Note that the request for an attorney must come from the _____, not from the attorney. (SOP 820)

Answer 42

Subject

Question 43

The preferred method of recording is ______ however, when unfeasible or impracticable, the officer may comply with the recording requirement by using an audio only recorder. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 43

audio and video

Question 44

The ______ of the individual determines the need for a recording, not the location where the interviewing/ questioning is being conducted. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 44

custodial status

Question 45

_______ is considered to be the restriction of freedom of action and should be viewed as the same situations that would require giving Miranda Warnings. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 45

Custody

Question 46

_____ is an electronic recording typically stored on a VHS, cassette or micro-cassette tape. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 46

Analog Recording

Question 47

For the purpose of this policy, when statements and admissions are initially made outside the presence of electronic recording equipment, officers are encouraged to conduct an interview in a recording room in order to summarize the previous recorded statements of the subject. This type of interview is called a ___. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 47

Recap Interview

Question 48

The officer conducting the interview or the ______ with the interview shall be responsible for the operation of the recording device used during the interview. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 48

Monitor assisting

Question 49

In the event statements and admissions are developed outside of the recording room(s), when feasible, officers should continue the interview in a recording room for the purposes of a ______ as defined herein. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 49

Recap Interview

Question 50

Every electronically recorded statement should require at least two people;_________. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 50

one monitor and one interviewer

Question 51

Recording should begin with: (SOP 820.1)

Answer 51

the interviewer’s entrance into the interview room and continue without interruption until the questioning ends.

Question 52

In order to maintain the integrity of other investigations and/or to protect confidential information, the _______ shall deactivate the recording equipment immediately upon the exit of all parties from the interview room upon the conclusion of the interview session. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 52

interviewing officer

Question 53

Recording interview process: Allow the device to record approximately ____ of blank space in which no speaking occurs. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 53

10 seconds

Question 54

Recording interview process: Identify all officers within the interview room on the recording by _______. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 54

name and badge number.

Question 55

Recording interview process: State the ____ and ____of the person being interviewed. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 55

Incident number and the name

Question 56

Visible injuries should be photographed______ the recorded statement process. Upon commencing the recorded interview, the subject should be asked to explain how the injuries occurred as part of the recording. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 56

prior to

Question 57

Recording interview process: Conclusion of the interview should be clearly indicated by using the subject’s ____, _____, and _____ in the conclusion statement. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 57

name, date and time

Question 58

Officers must immediately report damaged, missing or malfunctioning electronic recording equipment to a ______. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 58

supervisor

Question 59

Unofficial or unauthorized dissemination of electronic recordings outside this department is strictly prohibited without specific written permission of the ____. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 59

Chief of Police

Question 60

The courts may decide before trial whether a recorded statement must be edited for purposes of admissibility. This department shall not edit electronic recordings of interviews in the absence of explicit direction from the _____. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 60

court

Question 61

When editing becomes necessary, edits should be done to a copy of the original. It is the responsibility of the _____ to complete the editing of the copied electronic recording to ensure admissibility in court. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 61

State Attorney’s office

Question 62

Except in an emergency, officers’ personally owned recording devices will not be used. If an officer’s personally owned device must be utilized, the recording will be downloaded ______ and without editing of any kind to department owned media and the details of the recording explained in the officer’s report. (SOP 820.1)

Answer 62

as soon as practical

Question 63

The United States Supreme Court has applied the Fourth Amendment to prohibit the introduction into evidence of tangible materials seized during an unlawful search (this principle of excluding evidence obtained in violation of the Fourth Amendment is known generally as the _____(SOP 821)

Answer 63

“Exclusionary Rule”

Question 64

A consent to search a person does not extend to the ______unless the police specifically request to search this area (this search must always be done by an officer of the same sex as the suspect). See SOP 371 and Legal Bulletin No. 05-10. (SOP 821)

Answer 64

genital area

Question 65

The officer must be able to articulate facts and circumstances that justify a stop in light of the officer’s knowledge, training, and practical experience. This is sometimes referred to as a _______ (SOP 821)

Answer 65

“founded suspicion.”

Question 66

The observance of a bulge in the suspect’s clothing ____ provide the basis for a “pat down” search if there were no facts articulated to support the stated fear that the bulge might be a weapon. (SOP 821)

Answer 66

does not

Question 67

Requirement That Vehicle Is Movable: The vehicle must be _____ to authorize its search without a warrant because the justification for this rule is that the vehicle is capable of being moved before an officer can secure a search warrant and the opportunity to search is fleeting.(SOP 821)

Answer 67

movable or mobile

Question 68

A ______ is a reasonable intrusion if the object of the search was within the suspect’s immediate area of control just prior to his detention and the seizure and relates to the crime for which the subject was arrested. (SOP 821)

Answer 68

search incident to arrest

Question 69

In order for a police officer to obtain a search warrant, he must present to a ______ information, in the form of a sworn affidavit which constitutes probable cause to believe that evidence of an offense is likely to be found at a specific location identified in the warrant. (SOP 821)

Answer 69

neutral judge or magistrate

Question 70

A ______ can provide sufficient probable cause upon which to base a sworn affidavit for a search warrant. (SOP 821)

Answer 70

confidential source

Question 71

A search warrant and its attendant sworn affidavit must be reviewed and signed by a judge and must be executed and returned to the judge within _____ after its issuance? (SOP 821)

Answer 71

ten days

Question 72

Search Warrants: If no offense report results from an investigation and search, the search may be documented in an ________. (SOP 821)

Answer 72

information report or a street check.

Question 73

Traffic Stops: Activate the flashing emergency lights. Utilize siren if needed. At night, direct spotlight to the ______ to illuminate the occupants. (SOP 830)

Answer 73

rear window

Question 74

Traffic Stops: Stop the patrol vehicle _____ feet behind the violator. (SOP 830)

Answer 74

fifteen to twenty

Question 75

Traffic Stops: The officer should offset the patrol vehicle _______ to the violator’s vehicle, approximately three feet to the left of the driver’s side of the violator vehicle. (SOP 830)

Answer 75

to the left and parallel

Question 76

Traffic Stops: If the violator does not stay in the car, have the violator stand ______ (curbside) of the police vehicle.(SOP 830)

Answer 76

by the right front fender

Question 77

Traffic Stops: Normally the driver officer should begin the approach. The passenger officer should follow_____ and position himself at the right rear side of the vehicle so he can observe the occupants. (SOP 830)

Answer 77

two-three steps behind

Question 78

Traffic Crashes: The _______ is in charge of the scene until relieved by a _____. (SOP 830)

Answer 78

first officer on scene/supervisor

Question 79

A forced blood draw on a driver involved in a traffic crash involving death or serious bodily injury normally requires a _____. See Legal Bulletin #2013-08. (SOP 833)

Answer 79

search warrant.

Question 80

Measurement tools to utilize: 100 foot fiberglass tape; measuring wheel; pencils/pens; template with scales; chalk, crayon, or spray paint for marking; nail or spike to hold tape while measuring; hammer; flashlight; camera; evidence bags; rope or string; LIDAR unit; and urine/blood collection kits. These tools may be acquired from? (SOP 833)

Answer 80

1. street supervisors,
2. the property room,
3. traffic detectives,
4. crime labs,
5. fellow officers;

Question 81

All Florida Traffic Crash Reports completed on the TRaCS program by a traffic _______ during the course of an investigation where a traffic homicide detective responds to the scene shall be electronically reviewed by the _______ or ______ . These reports should not be electronically reviewed by patrol supervisors. (SOP 833)

Answer 81

re-constructionist

traffic sergeant or assigned detective

Question 82

_______ will only be utilized for serious injury/fatal crashes police pursuits involving serious injury or death whenever a _______ determines the City of Tampa may be held civilly liable for the crash or at the request of the traffic sergeant/detective. (SOP 833)

Answer 82

Traffic re-constructionists

Division Commander

Question 83

Traffic re-constructionists will not be utilized for _____ involving city vehicles. (SOP 833)

Answer 83

property damage crashes

Question 84

Crash involving death: The ______will be responsible for notifying the medical examiner and next of kin.(SOP 833)

Answer 84

traffic sergeant and/or detective

Question 85

The ______, if requested, shall evaluate the crash, and determine what professionals need to be called (i.e., traffic sergeant, traffic reconstructionist, crime lab, or risk management). (SOP 833)

Answer 85

supervisor

Question 86

If an arrest is made, the arresting officer(s) shall maintain custody of any evidence seized as a direct result of the arrest, unless directed otherwise by a ______ (SOP 811)

Answer 86

Supervisor or Assigned Detective.

Question 87

During a Bank Robbery investigation the ________ will request a crime lab if needed. (SOP 811 )

Answer 87

affected supervisor

Question 88

During a Bank Robbery investigation ___________ will designate the person responsible for collecting evidence and will make other necessary assignments. (SOP 811)

Answer 88

Detective Supervisor

Question 89

Who will determine if the TPD or the FBI will retain the evidence. (SOP 811)

Answer 89

Detective Supervisor

Question 90

As a citizen contact becomes more intrusive, a higher level of _____________ must be present. (SOP 820)

Answer 90

cause or justification

Question 91

The most intrusive citizen contact is a(n) __________, which must be made by warrant or based upon probable cause (SOP 820)

Answer 91

arrest

Question 92

The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched and the person or things to be seized. _______ Amendment to the United States Constitution. (SOP 821)

Answer 92

Fourth

Question 93

When talking about consent, the Determination of Consent: It must be voluntary and the burden is on the State to prove voluntariness by __________. (SOP 821)

Answer 93

“a preponderance of the evidence.”

Question 94

______ suspicion is more than a bare suspicion. (SOP 821)

Answer 94

Reasonable

Question 95

The test to determine whether a stop is justified is based on the ______. ( SOP 821 )

Answer 95

totality of the circumstances

Question 96

By statute in Florida, when a lawful arrest is effected, an officer may search the person arrested and the __________ for the purpose of protecting the officer from attack, preventing the person from escaping, or discovering the fruits of a crime. F.S. §901.21(1) (SOP 821)

Answer 96

area within the person’s immediate presence

Question 97

When conducting a traffic stop, if possible, all transactions should be conducted ___________. (SOP 830)

Answer 97

to the rear of the driver’s door.

Question 98

During a two officer vehicle stop, ___________ officer should handle the radio traffic. (SOP 830)

Answer 98

passenger

Question 99

Should circumstances dictate that the officer handle the (felony/high risk) stop by himself, the following procedures are suggested: If feasible, park the vehicle at an angle (approximately _________) with the driver’s door furthest from the suspect vehicle, or as is most appropriate for the prevailing conditions. (SOP 831)

Answer 99

30 - 45°

Question 100

Felony/High Risk Traffic Stops: Back-up officers should stay in a __________ protected position behind the patrol vehicle until directed otherwise. (SOP 831)

Answer 100

low silhouette

Question 101

What is the first thing an officer should do upon arrival at a crash scene? (SOP 833)

Answer 101

protect the scene to prevent additional crashes; consider the liability involved; and call for any necessary assistance

Question 102

(During a traffic crash investigation) Measurement style: Use the ____________ by choosing a permanent reference point (RP), (while usually a corner of the nearest intersection, it can also be a utility pole, corner of a building or any point that can be accurately located at a later time) and establish a reference line (RL), (usually the road edge/curb line of a roadway). Start from the reference point along the reference line then off at right angles on either side of the reference line to the article to be measured. (SOP 833)

Answer 102

coordinate method

Question 103

When serious injuries indicate a possible fatality and a detailed inspection is necessary, impound the vehicles and _____. (SOP 833)

Answer 103

store them in the secure shed at the impound lot for the crime lab or FDLE lab

Question 104

Civil Infractions: On some occasions, no one will be cited/arrested. Except when the violator is deceased, officers shall obtain ____ if they believe issuing a citation is inappropriate. (SOP 833)

Answer 104

supervisory approval