THI Policy Flashcards
Where is the authority derived for THI policy?(THI 1.01.02)
FSS Chapter 321
Traffic Homicide Investigations shall be conducted to determine if a _____ has occurred. (THI 1.01.03)
Criminal violation
If an intentional act is committed that results in a death or roadways or area within FHP jurisdiction, ______ shall investigate. (THI 1.01.05A(1)
THI
What shall be conducted if a member of the division investigates a traffic crash involving death?(THIS 01.01.05(2)
THI investigation
What shall be completed if a death occurs within 90 days or less from the date of a crash and medical examiner has determined the death is a result of the traffic crash?(THI 01.01.05)
Traffic homicide investigation
What shall occur if death occurs more than 90 days after the date of a traffic crash?(THI 01.01.05)
A death investigation where THI supervisor shall confer with State attorney to determine if crash is prosecutable and Long Form will be coded as a Non-Traffic Fatality
What shall be conducted If an unborn chill dies in traffic crash, and ME office completes a death certificate for unborn child?(THI 01.01.05)
Traffic homicide investigation
What shall be conducted in a non fatal crash involving an FHP vehicle or on duty personnel?(THI 01.01.05)
Traffic homicide investigation, unless waived by Troop Commander or designee.
What shall be completed if traffic crash on private property results in a fatality?(THI 01.01.05)
Traffic homicide investigation
What shall be conducted if an industrial crash occurs on or off roadways and results in a fatality?(THIn01.01.05)
Traffic homicide investigation
What shall be conducted if an agricultural crash occurring in groves or fields involving a fatality?(THI 01.01.05)
Traffic homicide investigation
In the event of fatal crashes, natural deaths,suicides, or other incidents involving death on roadways within FHP jurisdiction, a ______ shall be conducted?(THI 01.01.05)
Traffic homicide investigation.
Who is responsible for ensuring that all investigation are conducted thoroughly?(THI 01.01.06)
Each investigator
There shall be a minimum of ___ members on scene of every fatal crash?(THI 01.01.06)
2
One member shall conduct a traffic crash and the traffic homicide investigator shall complete traffic homicide investigation during which type of incidents?(THI 01.01.06)
Class 1 and Class 2
Death investigation that meet the criteria of single vehicle/single occupant(SVSO) or Class 3 shall be investigated by _____?(THI 01.01.06)
Traffic homicide investigator.
Who shall assign additional THI investigators as needed?(THI 01.01.06)
Traffic Homicide Sergeant
Who is responsible for ensuring Next of Kin(NOK) was made?(THI 01.01.06)
Crash investigator(Trooper)
Every THI scene is considered a ____. (THI 01.01.06)
Crime Scene
Investigators should minimize contamination of scene by_____.(THI 01.01.06
Prohibiting access of non- essential personnel to the scene.
What shall be used to document all applicable evidence?( THI 01.01.06.A.4)
Field Note Packet Form
All _____ shall be identified and documented.(THI 01.01.06.A.4)
Physical evidence
All physical evidence ______ shall documented?(THI 01.01.06.A.4)
Locations
Physical evidence locations shall be documented with ________.(THI 01.01.06.A.4)
Photographs and appropriate measurements using zero point and reference line.
A printed copy will be sufficient if______?(THI 01.01.06.A.4)
Measuring software/equipment creates a data table
Documentation of evidence shall be sufficient to_______.(THI 01.01.06.A.4)
Reconstruct the crash and include information necessary to prepare a scaled diagram and perform advanced reconstruction techniques.
Scaled diagrams should include______.(THI 01.01.06.A.4)
Motion of vehicles of other involved parties during pre-crash, at-crash, and post-crash phases.
Driver information and all pertinent driver-related information shall be be ____ and ______. (THI 01.01.06.A.5)
Obtained and documented
______ will ALWAYS be documented.(THI 01.01.06.A.5)
Sobriety
_____ shall be identified and interviewed if they contribute relevant investigative facts.(THI 01.01.06.A.6)
Witnesses, sources of information from people, including public service personnel
The names of _____ and ______ on scene shall be obtained.(THI 01.01.06.A.7)
Law enforcement officers; Public Service personnel.
If division members involvement has a significant role in investigation, the members shall complete a _______.(THI 01.01.06.A.7)
Digitally recorded statement, written witness statement, or incident report describing their actions.
News media personnel at scene shall be ____. (THI 01.01.06.A.8)
Identified
Relevant signs, signals or marking of roadway shall be _____(THi 01.01.06.A.9)
Photographed
All physical evidence, including physical evidence from the roadway shall be ______.(THI 01.01.06.A.9)
Photographed
_____ of the scene after it has been processed and restored to pre-crash state shall be taken. (THI 01.01.06.A.9)
Photographs
Photographs taken by personnel other than THI do NOT _______. (THI 01.01.06.A.10)
Replace photographs taken by THI investigator.
Final rest of vehicles and occupants/pedestrians, including paths of travel should be______.(THIn01.01.06.A.9)
Photographed
____ of seatbelts should be taken in THI crash?(THI 01.01.06.A.9)
Photographs
All photographs should be forwarded to ______.(THi 01.01.06.A.11)
Department Photo Lab Neil Kirkman Building
What shall be included with photographs sent to photo lab?(THI 01.01.06.A.11)
Photo Data Sheet/Envelop
Investigator shall maintain a _____ on a CD in their field notes.(THI 01.01.06.A.11.a)
Copy of all digital photographs
_____ and _____ of all deceased person shall be taken in every THI investigation, unless medical examiners office completes these documents.(THI 01.01.06.A.13)
Identification photographs; fingerprints
What card shall be used for fingerprints obtained in THI investigation?(THI 01.01.06.A.13.a)
FBI fingerprint card.
The FBI fingerprint card will be forwarded to______.(THI 01.01.06.A.13.a)
CJJIS/FDLE in Tallahassee
If ME office obtained fingerprints, THI investigator will______.(THI 01.01.06.A.13.b)
Insure the fingerprints were forwarded to FDLE
_______ shall not be used as a substitution for obtaining fingerprints.(THI 01.01.06.A.13.c)
Rapid ID. (however it can be used to assist. )
A post crash inspection of ______ and an evaluation of crash damage to each vehicle shall be conducted. (THI 01.01.06.A.14)
Mechanical systems
If Event Data Recorder(EDR), ________ must be obtained in all criminal cases. (THI 01.01.06.A.14.
A search warrant from appropriate judicial circuit.
If consent has been given to review Electronic Data Recorder(EDR), a _______ shall be used.(THI 01.01.06.A.14.c)
Consent of Electronic Data Form(HSMV 62674)
All attempts will be made to eliminate any _______ when independent mechanics are used in post-crash inspection of vehicles. (THI 01.01.06.A.14.d)
Real or perceived conflict of interest.
Under no circumstances shall a ____________ be used in post crash inspection of vehicles .(THI 01.01.06.A.14.e)
Mechanic who has personal ties to any owner, driver, occupant, attorney, or insurance company of any vehicle involved in crash.
_______ shall determine if the assistance of a support agency is needed on scene or during investigation.(THI 01.01.06.A.15)
Traffic homicide supervisor, scene supervisor, or THI investigator.
Which agencies could be notified to assist THI in investigation?(THI 01.01.06.A.15(a,b,c,d)
State attorneys office, medical examiner, NTSB and state warning point, department of environmental protection.
What shall THI investigator do if commercial vehicle is involved in crash?(THI 01.01.06.A.16)
Contact regional communication center and have a CVE member respond to the scene.
THI shall adhere to ______ for evidence procedures?(THI 01.01.06.B)
FHP Evidence/Property Procedures Manual
Who has the responsibility to ensure a member is dispatched to appropriate medical facility to ensure involved driver is evaluated and obtain blood sample per FHP policy? (THI 01.01.06.C.1.a)
THI investigator
If it is necessary, ________ shall ensure member is dispatched to ensure involved drivers sobriety is evaluated and legal blood sample is obtained?(THI 01.01.06.C.1.b)
On-scene supervisor or TWS
If driver involved in crash fatality is transport to medical facility outside the troop, the _____ shall ensure involved drivers sobriety is evaluated and legal blood sample obtained.(THi 01.01.06.C.1.c)
Troop Watch Supervisor
If THi investigator can not develop probable cause for compelling a driver to submit to a blood test, the investigator shall _______.(THI 01.01.06.C.4)
Request a voluntary blood sample from driver
If there is probable cause to believe a driver involved in THI crash is impaired a ______ shall be obtained.(THI 1.01.06.C. 5)
A legal blood sample obtained in accordance with FHP policy 17.04
If impairment is suspected but driver have not been identified, then the investigator shall_______.(THI 01.01.06.C.6)
Exhaust every effort to obtain legal blood from each occupant.
Investigator shall document all information pertaining to _______ for blood sample laboratory analysis.(THI 01.01.06.C.7)
Prescription and non prescription medication.
If there is probable cause for criminal crash contributing charges, the _______ is responsible for filing the appropriate charges.( THI 01.01.06.E.1
THI investigator
If on-scene arrest is necessary, _____ will initiate the procedure. (THI 01.01.06.E.2)
Thi investigator
Who shall be notified if an on scene arrest occurs during THI crash investigation?(THI 01.01.06.E.2)
FHP supervisor or TWS, and the appropriate State Attorneys Office
When a warrant or capias is issued based on the results of Division THI investigation, the _______ shall attempt to apprehend the suspect. (THI 01.01.06.E.3)
THI investigator
Who shall ensure THI investigator has available resources and personell to locate and affect arrest of suspect when there is a THI warrant for arrest?(THI 01.01.06.E.3)
A supervisor
The _____ of all deceased victim(s) shall be given to THI investigator. (THI 01.01.06.F.1)
Driver license, ID card, or government ID
What shall THI investigator do with all identification of deceased provided to him/her?(THI 01.01.06.F.1)
Place them in the GHQ copy of homicide report.
Who shall return all identification of deceased to the appropriate issuing authority?(THI 01.01.06.F.1.a)
Traffic Homicide Coordinator
A Florida driver license or Florida ID card with photo cut out can be provided to ______, if requested. (THI 01.01.06.F.1.b)
Next of kin
What shall be obtained for all drivers during post scene investigation?(THI 01.01.06.F.1.c)
A certified driver license history(not a DAVID information check)
To whom shall all initial inquires relating to a fatal crash be referred? (THI 01.01.06.F.2)
Traffic homicide investigator or Troop Public Affairs Officer.
THI investigator shall not _______ to the general public until investigation is complete or sworn statement is complete. (THI 01.01.06.F.2.a)
Release Any information concerning the investigation
________ shall be apprised of the progress of the investigation periodically and in a timely manner, all such communication shall be documented. (THI 01.01.06.F.2.b)
Next of kin and victims
THI investigators shall return communications received from next of kin, victims, and family members _________.(THI 01.01.06.F.2.c)
In a timely manner.
THI investigators are required to keep their _______ informed of progress of their investigation.(THI 01.01.06.F.3)
Supervisor
THI investigators are required to enter _______ into HITS within _______hours.(THI 01.01.06.F.4)
All known information; 24 hours
What is does HITS stand for?(THI 01.01.06.F.4)
Homicide Investigation Tracking System
HITS entries with 24 hours complies with which Florida statute?(THI 01.01.06.F.4)
FSS 322.27
THI investigators shall enter additional information or edit existing information _________. (THI 01.01.06.F.5)
As soon as it becomes available.
Who shall check HITS to ensure all applicable fields are accurate and completed?(THI 01.01.06.F.5)
THI sergeant
All non-fatal investigations involving FHP vehicle or on duty personnel not waived by Troop Commander shall be entered into HITS for _________. (THI 01.01.06.F.6)
Tracking purposes
Who shall provide first level of supervision, make case assignments, and review case files for content and thoroughness?(THI 01.01.06.G.1)
THI Sergeant
Who shall review and approve reports per policy?(THI 01.01.06.G.1.a)
THI Sergeant
Who shall assume duties of THI sergeant in the event he/she is on leave or position is vacant?(THI 01.01.06.G.1.b)
District Commander or their designee
THI Sergesnt shall be notified ______ when member of their squad is conducting THI or death investigation.(THI 01.01.06.G.2)
Immediately
If on duty, THi sergeant shall _______ to ensure comprehensive scene investigation is conducted. (THI 01.01.06.G.3)
Respond to the scene
If off duty, THI sergeant shall respond to scene : (THI 01.01.06.G.3(a &b)
If requested by Troop watch supervisor due to high complex or high profile case or by Troop Commander
______ is responsible for routinely verifying that the investigation is progressing at an appropriate rate and that all leads are being investigated and documented.(THI 01.01.06.G.4)
THI Sergeant