Firearms Flashcards
(20 cards)
Firearms
_____ mandatory attendance when using the authority of _____ of the Criminal Code to search for firearms, prohibited devices, offensive weapons, ammunition, prohibited ammunition, explosive substances and related items (i.e. authorizations, licenses or registration certificates
- Supervisory Officer
- ss.117.02(1) or ss.117.04(2)
The IGGTF operates ____ hours, _____ days a week. An on–call IGGTF investigator may be contacted through the TPOC, if necessary.
- twenty four (24)
- seven (7)
_____ is mandated to identify and take enforcement action against persons involved in the illegal movement of firearms, ammunition and explosives. This includes the offences of smuggling, trafficking and the possession of “crime guns”.
- The IGGTF – Firearms Enforcement Unit (FEU)
_____ will streamline firearm investigations and ensure that there is a standard process for investigation and accountability. _____ screens all firearms, ammunition and casings seized by the Service. _____ will designate if firearms are criminal or non-criminal. Firearms deemed to be criminal will be examined, which includes verifying, forensic testing, test firing and Integrated Ballistics Identification System (IBIS) testing. Examiners also provide expert testimony in court. All firearms, ammunition, projectiles and casings brought into the custody of the Service will be screened through the Detective at _____ or their designate.
- Firearms Enforcement Unit – Firearms Investigation & Analysis Unit (FIAU)
- FIAU
_____ are available to assist with all enquiries concerning possession of a firearm licence, authorization to transport, authorization to carry or permits held by an individual. They are also available to assist with investigations involving weapons seizures, illegally possessed firearms and investigations relating to businesses in the City of Toronto involving the use, sale and storage of firearms and related products.
- Members of FIAU
_____ will attend scenes/units to debrief arrested persons in possession of/or firearm related offences. _____ will attend units to de–brief known gang members.
- IGGTF
- Intelligence – Gang Unit
In addition, _____ seized during an investigation will either be:
* seized by members of IGGTF if they attended the scene/division
* submitted by investigating officer to the divisional DLMS in compliance with Procedure 09–03;
* seized on scene by Forensic Identification Services (FIS)
and forwarded to FIAU for testing and further investigation, as required.
- all firearms and ammunition
_____ shall be notified and will attend all firearm–related homicide scenes.
- The IGGTF
Public Safety Warrant ss.117.04 (1) CC
If there are no exigent circumstances to act and there are no known criminal offences, this is the process to enter, seize and attempt to prohibit a person from possessing weapons, where a peace officer is satisfied that there are reasonable grounds to _____ that it is not desirable, in the interest of the safety of the person or any other person, for the person to possess any such thing.
- believe
ALL firearm submissions for testing shall be completed through _____ only.
- FIAU
Firearm Offences - Police Officer
- When a suspect is arrested for offences relating to firearms (including stolen, smuggled, registered or unregistered firearms) or ammunition and explosives shall
- _____ by telephone and consult with a member for advice and/or assistance in the investigation
- immediately contact IGGTF
No firearm shall be modified, cut or dismantled for the purpose of proving it safe, without authorization from the _____.
- Detective at FIAU or designate
Firearms
All submissions for testing shall be completed through FIAU. Explosives shall be handled by the _____.
- Emergency Management & Public Order – Explosive Disposal Unit (EDU)
Firearms - Police Officer
- When involved in a large seizure of firearms or ammunition shall contact a _____ to make arrangements for assistance with the seizure.
- member of FIAU
Firearms - Police Officer
- When using the authority of public safety warrant under ss.117.04 (1) CC shall
* request the attendance of _____
- a supervisory officer
Firearms - Police Officer
- When using the authority Seizure Without Warrant under ss.117.04(2) CC shall
* request the attendance of _____
* file CSO 117-04-(3)(b) Return to a Justice Without a Warrant forthwith
* comply with Procedure 02–19 when property is seized
* ensure CSO 117-05(1) Application for a Disposition Hearing is submitted to the court within _____ days after the date of seizure of the item in question
* complete a firearm disposition hearing eReport that contains the grounds for the public safety seizure
- a supervisory officer
- 30
Firearms - Supervisory Officer
- When attending an incident relating to a firearm offence shall
* assume responsibility for _____
* ensure all powers of search and seizure have been considered
* ensure _____
- the safe and efficient search of the premises
- appropriate units have been notified (e.g. IGGTF, FIS, ETF)
Firearms - Divisional / Unit Investigator
- Upon notification of eReport follow-up for DNA/fingerprint identification and/or IBIS linkage shall
* complete the required investigative follow-up
* request appropriate extension period in consultation with Detective Sergeant if unable to follow-up within _____ days
* document the results on the supplementary eReport and attach to the original general occurrence detailing either
the investigative action taken; or
no action required, and re-submit to Detective Sergeant for approval
If the follow-up is not actioned within _____ days and no extension was requested eReport will show “overdue”
If the follow-up is not actioned after _____ days notification will be sent to the case managers _____
- fourteen (14)
- fourteen (14)
- thirty (30)
- Unit Commander
_____ means any firearm that has been used or suspected to have been used in a criminal offence; any firearm that is obtained, possessed, or intended to be used to facilitate criminal activity; any firearm that has had a serial number removed, altered or obliterated; any weapon that has been adapted for use as a firearm.
- Crime Gun
_____ means any firearm that
* is not legally registered in Canada, or
* has been reported stolen, or
* is being unlawfully possessed, or
* is used in a crime, or
* is suspected to have been used in a crime.
- Illegally Possessed Firearm
