GM 103-303 Flashcards by Joe Mascorro

To be the premier law enforcement agency by building trust, creating partnerships, and sharing leadership within SAPD and the community for a safer San Antonio.

Vision

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The San Antonio Police Department is dedicated to improving the quality of life by creating a safe environment in partnership with the people we serve. We act with integrity to reduce fear and crime while treating all with respect, compassion, and fairness.

Mission

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Guiding Principles

INTEGRITY
RESPECT
COMPASSION
FAIRNESS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Each _________________ is required to acknowledge his personal responsibility for enforcing the provisions of
these rules and regulations, departmental orders, and procedures of this department.

supervisory officer

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

__________ means a conduct that an ordinary and prudent person
would not engage in, given the same set of facts and circumstances and that by its very nature would bring
reproach and/or discredit to the San Antonio Police Department, regardless of the legality of such conduct.

SIGNIFICANT BEHAVIORAL INFRACTION

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Supervisory officers shall maintain all books, records, and reports under the supervisory officer’s authority in conformity with the rules, regulations, and procedures of the department.

MAINTAIN BOOKS AND RECORDS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Supervisory officers shall be uniform and impartial in the enforcement of these rules and procedures; the insurance of conformity on the part of command officers to all orders, directives, and other instructions issued to the members of the department.

ENFORCE RULES

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Supervisory officers shall keep informed of all activity which affects their responsibility within the supervision; frequently testing the knowledge of subordinates as to conditions in their beats and posts or as to functions of their assignments.

KEEP INFORMED OF ACTIVITY UNDER COMMAND

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Supervisory officers shall document all inspections and briefings of personnel.

DOCUMENT BRIEFINGS AND INSPECTIONS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Command officers shall keep advised of the operations of other divisions of the department, and coordinates the activities of their command with other divisions and sections of the department.

COORDINATE ACTIVITIES WITH OTHER UNITS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Supervisory officers shall have at their residence the current employee locator list, properly corrected to date. Supervisory officers receiving locator lists must frequently review them and check all changes with the personnel involved.

HAVE UPDATED EMPLOYEE LOCATOR LIST

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Defying the authority of any supervisory officer by obvious disrespect, disputing orders, failure and/or deliberate refusal to obey any lawful order given by them shall be deemed insubordination.

INSUBORDINATION

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Orders from a supervisor to a subordinate shall be in clear, understandable language, civil in tone, and issued in pursuit of departmental business.

MANNER OF ISSUING ORDERS:

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

No commanding or supervisory officer shall knowingly or willfully issue any order which is a violation of any law, ordinance, or departmental rule.

UNLAWFUL ORDERS PROHIBITED

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Members shall not publicly criticize or comment derogatorily to anyone about instructions or orders they have received from a supervisory officer.

CRITICISM OF LAWFUL ORDERS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Should any subordinate receive an order which conflicts with a previous order from another supervisory officer or with any general order, they shall respectfully call attention to the conflict. If the supervisory officer giving the conflicting order does not change the same, so as to eliminate the conflict, his order shall stand and the responsibility shall rest with the supervisor.

CONFLICT OF ORDERS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

No member is required to obey an order which is contrary to the laws of the United States, statutes of the State of Texas, ordinances of the City of San Antonio, and orders, rules, regulations, and procedures of the San Antonio Police Department.

OBEDIENCE TO UNLAWFUL ORDERS NOT REQUIRED

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Members who are given orders they feel are unjust or contrary to departmental orders or the Rules and Regulations of the Department must first obey the order to the best of their ability and may then proceed to appeal as provided herein.

OBEDIENCE TO UNJUST OR IMPROPER ORDERS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Any member who is given any unlawful, unjust, or improper order shall, at the first opportunity, report in writing to the Chief of Police, through the chain-of-command, the facts of the incident together with their own action.

REPORTING UNLAWFUL ORDERS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Members shall appeal for relief from orders or instructions which are unlawful or unjust. Such appeals must be made in writing to higher authority through the chain-of-command.

APPEALS FROM UNLAWFUL OR UNJUST ORDERS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Members shall serve the public through direction, counseling, assistance, and protection of life and property. Members shall also respect the rights of individuals and perform their services with honesty, sincerity, courage, and sound judgment.

IMPARTIAL ATTITUDE
COURTESY
CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOR
DUTY TO IDENTIFY
POLICE ACTION WHEN NOT IN UNIFORM
NEUTRALITY IN CIVIL ACTIONS
MAINTENANCE OF COMPETENCY

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Members shall conduct themselves in such a manner so as to bring about the greatest courtesy or understanding and cooperation among the various units of the Department.

MUTUAL RESPECT
COURTESY
RESPECT TO SUPERVISORY OFFICERS
SUPPORTING FELLOW MEMBERS
SUPPORT IN TIME OF DANGER
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Members of the department shall not criticize or ridicule the department, its policies, administrators, or public officials through speech, writings, or other forms of expression.

DEFAMATORY
UNDERMINES EFFECTIVENESS OF DEPARTMENT
INTERFERES WITH DISCIPLINE
AFFECTS PUBLIC CONFIDENCE
DAMAGES REPUTATION OF DEPARTMENT
DISREGARDS THE TRUTH

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS

Members shall not present themselves as representing the Department in any matter unless delegated or authorized to do so by a supervisory officer.

RELEASE OF PUBLIC STATEMENT

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GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Statements of policy, information regarding changes in organization, or disciplinary action will be made from the Office of the Chief of Police, and no member of the Department, unless specifically authorized, will discuss such matters with others.

STATEMENTS OF POLICY, ORGANIZATION, AND DISCIPLINARY ACTION

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Members shall not drink intoxicating beverages while on-duty. No member shall report for duty exhibiting the odor of intoxicants, or any of the elements or appearance of intoxication. The exception shall be for a member to accomplish a specific police assignment or mission, when approved by a ____________.

supervisor

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Members shall refrain from the use of tobacco in any form while in ____________ with the public

direct contact

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS No member in a __________ position shall place themselves under financial obligation to a subordinate, nor shall a supervisor solicit a subordinate as a co-maker or endorser of any note or obligation.

supervisory

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Members shall not receive from prisoners, persons recently released from custody, persons suspected of criminal activity, nor their representatives, either directly or indirectly, any tangible or intangible property, whether it is a gift or the result of a purchase or trade.

ACCEPTING GIFTS

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Notice that a member is sick or injured and cannot report for duty will be made to their _____________.

immediate supervisor

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS When a member becomes sick while on-duty to the extent they must leave their duty station, they shall immediately notify their _________.

supervisor

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS If for medical reasons it should be necessary for a sick or injured member to stay at some location other than their residence, they must notify their ___________ who shall ensure the new temporary address is made a matter of record.

supervisor

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Members, after having been out on sick or injured leave, must complete _________________ before engaging in any outside employment or working city overtime.

one regular tour of duty

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS On-duty officers, not in uniform, may make traffic stops only when their assignment requires such traffic stops and when such traffic stops are approved by their ________________ in writing.

division commander

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Any member who is the subject of a Professional Standards Section investigation gives a written report; provided they are advised:

GARRITY WARNING

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Any officer discharging a weapon accidentally or intentionally, except on the target range or while lawfully hunting wild game, shall immediately report the incident, in writing, to their ________________________.

immediate supervisor

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Any member arrested, charged with, or indicted for a state criminal offense, in any state, which is above the level of a class C misdemeanor or which is a class C misdemeanor and the class C misdemeanor involves the duties and responsibilities of office, or for a federal criminal offense, must immediately provide the _____________________ with written notification of such incident.

Office of the Chief of Police

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Members shall immediately report the following categories of incidents, in addition to other incidents covered by these rules and departmental procedures, in accordance with the procedures of the Department.

A. TRAFFIC CRASH INVOLVING MEMBER B. ON-DUTY INJURY C. OFF-DUTY INJURY D. INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAUSED BY MEMBER E. INCIDENTS WHERE THE CITY MAY BE LIABLE F. DANGER TO PUBLIC HEALTH OR SAFETY G. SUIT OR LEGAL PROCESS AGAINST MEMBER H. DAMAGE TO CITY PROPERTY

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Members shall immediately report any suits or legal processes filed against them by reasons of acts performed by them in the line-of-duty. Personnel are to bring the original citation to the _____________________________, which will be forwarded to the City Attorney’s Office.

Office of the Chief and sign a form requesting Legal Representation

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS In the event personnel receive or are served with a suit or legal process after normal business hours, (0745-1630 hours, Monday – Friday), they shall report to the Office of the Chief the _____________ with the original citation.

next business day

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Information to be restricted from the public portion of the report includes:

1. Matters relating to investigative techniques or procedures; 2. Opinions or judgments of the officer; 3. Facts tending to identify suspects or informants; or 4. Information which should be confidential and which relates to a continuing investigation

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Supervisory officers may conduct preliminary investigations under the following circumstances:

1. Only to the extent necessary to determine the validity of a complaint or to provide justification for an investigation; or 2. If a violation is occurring and the offender may escape detection if an investigation is delayed.

GM 200 RULES AND REGULATIONS Members shall not leave their beats or assigned areas except in the line-of-duty, upon authorization of a __________, or at the end of a scheduled tour-of-duty.

supervisor

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES the Department adheres to and practices ___________ discipline.

progressive

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES To achieve the desired degree of effectiveness, disciplinary procedures address considerations and expectations from the following three perspectives:

1. Community or external concerns 2. Departmental or internal concerns 3. Employee concerns

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The ___________ shall determine which unit or Department member shall investigate allegations of criminal misconduct made against a member of the Department.

Chief of Police

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Officers will immediately self-report to their _________________, verbally and in writing on SAPD Form 200-OR, any disturbances that they are involved in that require a law enforcement response or have knowledge or become aware that their involvement in a disturbance has the potential to result in a law enforcement response or a complaint.

immediate supervisor

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES If the officer’s immediate supervisor is not available, the officer shall report his involvement in the disturbance, verbally and in writing to any _____________________.

on-duty supervisor

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Any supervisor who received a self-report from an officer shall, submit a report and route his report along with the officer’s report utilizing Blue Team, through _______________________ for an administrative review, by the end of tour of duty upon receiving the report.

their chain of command to Internal Affairs

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES On-duty officers handling any disturbance involving another officer (including from other departments) shall immediately notify their supervisor (handling officer’s supervisor) prior to _______________.

departing the location

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES A supervisor being notified of a disturbance involving an officer from this department _______ make the scene. Upon completing their report, the handling officer shall forward a copy of their report to that same supervisor, who will then route the report in accordance with Section .03(A).

shall

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES When handling a call for service or interacting with a member of the public and a member of that public, including but not limited to a complainant, witness, suspect, reporting person, etc., requests to speak to a supervisor, officers shall immediately contact and inform an on-duty supervisor of such request through the ______________.

dispatcher

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The supervisor ____ initially communicate with the requesting person over the telephone to determine whether the supervisor’s presence is needed. The supervisor will record his/her actions in a __________. Incidents resulting in a complaint (line or formal) will be handled in accordance with this procedure.

may written report

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES ___________ generally constitute disciplinary matters limited to and involving a minor variance from the routine activities and responsibilities of the sworn member in question.

Line complaints

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The sworn member's immediate supervisor initially addresses line complaints, generally resulting in complainant satisfaction from the supervisor's initial contact. The complainant should always be reminded that they ______ also contact the Internal Affairs Unit if they are not satisfied with the immediate supervisor’s response.

may

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES When appropriate, the Section Commander, with concurrence from the Division Commander, addresses the sworn member’s behavior with counseling, a written reprimand, or a suspension of up to _________________.

five calendar days

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES __________ generally constitute matters involving conduct that exhibits a significant variance from behavioral expectations or practices established through formal training, departmental rules, regulations, policies, or procedures which regulate a sworn member's conduct.

Formal complaints

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Any disciplinary action from expedited disciplinary track method must be agreed upon by the sworn member and the Chief, and must be enacted within ______________ of the agreement.

thirty (30) calendar days

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES In no event can the expedited disciplinary track be requested within________________ of the expiration of the complaint’s _______________________ timeline in Chapter 143 of the Local Government Code.

sixty (60) calendar days one-hundred and eighty (180) calendar day

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES All formal preliminary investigations shall be entered into Blue Team and forwarded through the officer’s chain of command to Internal Affairs for review and disposition as soon as possible but no later than _________ after complaint is received.

15 days

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Service complaints constitute citizen dissatisfaction with police services for reasons other than complaints of officer misconduct. Service complaints include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Call response times – Not due to an officer’s negligence; 2. Handling of a civil matter – Due to Department policy or civil law; 3. Discretionary call screening 4. Unavailability or delay of other police services; 5. Any other complaint that does not involve officer misconduct

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Supervisors receiving service complaints from citizens shall document the complaint in Blue Team as a _____________ and route it through the officer’s chain of command, and it is to include complainant contact information, the nature of the complaint, and details specific to the incident that may assist in addressing the dissatisfaction.

Service Complaint

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Supervisors _________ communicate to citizens making service complaints that their concerns will be documented with the intent of providing feedback on Department policy.

should

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES All complaints of alleged misconduct by sworn members, except complaints initiated by the Department, must identify a ___________________ from outside the Department.

principal complainant or aggrieved party

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Complaints of alleged misconduct by sworn members that are initiated from within the Department shall list the _________________ as the complainant.

"Administration"

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Anonymous complaints may receive supervisory review appropriate to the nature or severity of the allegations, and efforts will be made to verify the information to either initiate an investigation or simply log the information in Blue Team and forward through the ______________________.

chain of command to Internal Affairs

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Copies of all complaints received or handled by members of the Department shall be entered into Blue Team by _________________ and forwarded through the chain of command for proper review and disposition.

supervisory officers

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES A member who receives a complaint through personal contact shall direct the complainant as follows:

(1) To the supervisor of the officer who is the subject of the complaint; or (2) If the officer's supervisor is unavailable, to the nearest available supervisor.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES A member who receives a complaint by telephone shall forward the complainant as follows:

(1) To the supervisor of the officer who is the subject of the complaint, if readily available, or; (2) To the Communications Unit Supervisor who shall determine the availability of a supervisor in the subject officer's chain of command and dispatch the supervisor to contact the complainant. If the identity of the subject officer is unavailable, any supervisor from the Patrol Division is dispatched to contact the complainant. (3) To the Internal Affairs Unit during business hours, 0745 – 1745 hours.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES A member who receives a written or electronic complaint shall route the complaint to his ________________ who shall handle in accordance with this policy.

immediate supervisor

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES When supervisory officers receive complaints from the Internal Affairs Unit, they shall initiate action appropriate to the _____________ received.

type of complaints

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Supervisory officers handling line complaints shall:

a. Contact and interview the complainant b. Interview the subject officers of the complaints c. Evaluate the information and address complaints that may require minor disciplinary action; d. Prepare reports upon disposition of the complaint which include the information provided by the complainants, the sworn members, and supervisory evaluation of the complaints, including the methods in which complaints were addressed; and e. Enter the line complaint disposition reports into Blue Team, to include the specific violation(s), and forward these reports, together with any other pertinent information, through their chain of command electronically utilizing Blue Team as soon as possible but no later than 15 days after complaint received. f. Supervisors who receive a complaint in person, on the phone or from a dispatcher, on an officer who is not assigned to his unit, shall handle the complaint in accordance with this Procedure and forward the preliminary investigation reports electronically through Blue Team to the officer’s chain of command starting with the officer’s Unit Director. The supervisor, who handled the preliminary investigation, shall also carbon copy his Unit Director.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Supervisory officers addressing formal complaints shall:

a. Immediately notify the Section Commanders or Unit Directors of any cases where an officer is involved in allegations of suspected criminal activity; b. Contact and interview the complainants in accordance; c. Refer the complainants to the Internal Affairs Unit to initiate formal complaints; d. Interview and obtain written reports from the subject officer and all witness officers; e. Obtain necessary information, which assists in the evaluation of the complaints, f. Prepare preliminary complaint investigation including all the information provided by the complainants, the sworn members’ reports, and the supervisors’ reports; g. Supervisors will not enumerate or make recommendations as to the specific rule, regulation, policy, or procedure violated, nor will they make recommendations as to punishment. Supervisors will only recommend either no disciplinary action is necessary or the complaint should be forwarded to the Internal Affairs Unit for further investigation; and; h. Enter the preliminary complaint investigation reports into Blue Team and forward through the chain of command. i. Supervisors, who receive a formal complaint from another Unit’s supervisor via Blue Team, shall follow the procedure outlined above, with the exception of entering the preliminary investigation reports again into Blue Team. Any additional information will be added to the complaint investigation previously entered into Blue Team, prior to being forwarded through the chain of command. J Within twenty-four (24) hours, submit all reports of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, inappropriate behavior, and/or sexual harassment which has generated a complaint or has been observed, to the Internal Affairs Unit

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Officers under formal investigation shall be informed ___________________ prior to being interrogated or asked to respond to an investigation of the general nature of the investigation and shall be provided with sufficient information to be reasonably apprised of the allegations.

twenty-four (24) hours

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The ________________ shall review disciplinary cases investigated by the Internal Affairs Unit prior to their submission to the Chief’s Complaint and Administrative Review Board; and Functions in an advisory capacity to the Chief’s Complaint and Administrative Review Board and Crash Evaluation and Review Board for the purpose of legal interpretation of any source which regulates a sworn member's conduct.

Police Legal Advisor

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Supervisory officers who conduct formal complaint interviews with complainants or witnesses adhere to the following process:

1. The interviews shall occur at a time and place reasonable under the circumstances; 2. Complainants shall be advised the Department may not implement formal disciplinary actions against sworn members without signed, sworn complaints, although oral complaints may receive supervisory review appropriate to the nature or severity of the allegations; and 3. Written statements shall be taken only by supervisory officers assigned to the Internal Affairs Unit.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Supervisory officers who conduct formal or line complaint interviews with sworn members under investigation for any form of alleged non-criminal misconduct adhere to the following process:

1. The interviews shall occur at a time and place reasonable under the circumstances; 2. Obtain written documentation from subordinates who witnessed, or are the subject of a complaint, utilizing Form#200-OR, Officer’s Response to a Complaint, to include details regarding all relevant issues such as how, when, where, and why the alleged conduct took place. 3. A sworn member may, at his option, request a supervisory officer accompany him to a complaint interview, if the interview is conducted by the Internal Affairs Unit. This request is not binding on the supervisory officer; 4. A sworn member who is subjected to an interview by a supervisory officer in the course of a non-criminal complaint investigation shall submit a report immediately upon request. The report shall be written on SAPD Form #200-OR, Officer's Response to a Complaint, and submitted to the supervisory officer.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES When the introduction of the polygraph into an investigation of a citizen's complaint appears necessary, the Department will first examine the ____________.

complainant

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The Department uses polygraph examination results as follows:

1. The Complaint and Administrative Review Board and Chief of Police review the complainant's polygraph examination results; and 2. Only the Chief of Police reviews the sworn member's polygraph examination results.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Many supervisory officers maintain informal notes regarding the activity of their personnel. However, the personal retention of any forms, reports, electronic media, or official documentation regarding formal or informal disciplinary investigations of direct subordinates is ____________.

prohibited

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Supervisory officers involved in disciplinary investigations shall forward all documentation, videos, audio recordings, or photos under seal to the Internal Affairs Unit through their chain of command at the _____________.

earliest possible time

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES __________ is a form of corrective action used to document any on-duty, sub-standard performance, a deficiency (uniform, tardiness, etc.), or behavior(s) that negatively impacts an officer’s ability to perform to established standards.

field counseling

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES A field counseling is issued to an officer by his ______________ using SAPD Form 6-CR with the approval of his/her supervisor.

immediate supervisor

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES A copy of a field counseling is provided to the officer and a copy is attached to the______________. The original field counseling is kept in the officer’s ____________.

Blue Team entry field file

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES _____________ is used as documentation in the progressive discipline process the department uses.

written counseling/reprimand

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES A written counseling/reprimand is issued in the resolution of a _______________, but can also be issued with the recommendation of the Complaint and Administrative Review Board or the Crash Evaluation and Review Board.

line complaint

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The actual preparation and issuance of a written counseling/reprimand may be delegated to a ____________________ within the officer’s chain of command, but a __________ or higher must sign the written counseling and a _________ or higher must sign the written reprimand. The written counseling/reprimand must be approved by the Officer’s ____________________.

supervisor of any rank Lieutenant Captain Division Commander

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Citizen portion of CCARB: A quorum consists of _____ members (provided there are at least ______ active/participating appointed members);

three six (6)

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Citizen members must be present to hear the following types of cases:

(1) Cases involving the use of force, bodily injury, and unlawful search and seizure; and (2) Any case in which the officer who is the subject of a complaint or a complainant requests citizen member participation, if it is reasonably possible based on the workload and availability of the citizen members.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Police portion of CCARB: Membership is open to any officer who has completed his initial probationary period and has not incurred a suspension during the previous _____________.

twelve months

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Police portion of CCARB: A quorum consists of ___________ members

five (5)

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The Chief of Police may allow the following to attend the Chief’s Complaint and Administrative Review Board meeting:

(1) A San Antonio Police Officers’ Association representative; (2) The Police Legal Advisor; and (3) Internal Affairs Unit representatives.

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES All members of the Chief’s Complaint and Administrative Review Board shall sign a _____________________ agreeing to maintain the right of privacy for the accused sworn member and hold in confidence all allegations, facts, testimony, and evidence brought before CCARB.

pledge of confidentiality

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Whose responsibilities? a. Serves as the custodian of all information concerning disciplinary cases CCARB reviews; b. Confines reviews of case jackets or confidential material to a designated area; c. Provides orientation for new CCARB members; d. Reviews published agendas at least seven days prior to each meeting; and e. Ensures proper rules of order and decorum are followed at meetings

CCARB Chairman

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES The respondent may request to have a supervisor present who _____ provide input if requested by CCARB. The sworn member directs such requests to their commanding officer, who then notifies the supervisor requested to appear. All such appearances are made on a ________________________.

may voluntary, non-remunerated basis

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES CCARB will discuss the case, generally using the following guidelines: All dialogue shall be confined to the ____________________________ as a result of the Internal Affairs Unit investigation or the testimony provided.

facts of the case and information presented

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES MISCONDUCT CASE FINDINGS. A majority vote ________ exist to determine any finding. If a majority vote cannot be obtained after subsequent discussion and votes, the Chairman will make the final decision.

must

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES MISCONDUCT CASE FINDINGS. The Chairman shall record the results and the recommendation of each Board separately and submits the necessary reports to the Chief of Police for final approval. The recommendations of each Board are __________ in nature and _____________ on the Chief of Police.

advisory non-binding

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD A quorum consists of ___________ members

(3)

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD The Chief of Police may allow the follow to attend the Crash Evaluation and Review Board meeting:

1. A San Antonio Police Officer’s Association representative; 2. The Police Legal Advisor; 3. A Homicide Unit representative; and 4. City of San Antonio Risk Management Representative

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD Point assessment for sworn members involved in police vehicle crashes is based on the following criteria:

1. Non-chargeable (0 points) 2. Chargeable (2 points)

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD Damage to the city vehicle that is above ____________ or renders the vehicle a total loss. (2 points) The damage is based on documentation provided by the Police Garage.

$15,000

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD Damage to the city vehicle that exceeds _________________in repair costs but does not render the vehicle a total loss. The damage is based on documentation provided by the Police Garage. (1 point)

$5,000 but not $15,000

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD If a Chargeable crash results in a death, ___________ is assessed. The Chief of Police administers discipline he deems appropriate.

no point value

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD The Homicide Unit representative shall give the point assessment for each Chargeable crash the sworn member was involved in during the preceding __________ (each crash not exceeding two (2) points total will be removed from consideration for the sworn member’s cumulative point assessment total after __________________).

twenty-four (24) months twelve (12) months

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD Any crash that results in a death, regardless of the CERB ruling, is forwarded to the ____________ for review.

District Attorney's Office

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD Officers involved in _________ crashes (Chargeable or Chargeable due to Contributory Factors) within a twelve (12) month period will either be placed on special assignment or required to ride double with another officer until they pass a remedial driving course at the Training Academy. The assignment is made by the _________.

two Chief of Police

GM 303 DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES/ CRASH EVALUATION AND REVIEW BOARD A record of any type of disciplinary action taken against a member shall be placed in the member's departmental __________ and maintained in Internal Affairs database according to current records retention schedule.

personnel file

GM 103-303 Flashcards

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