Policies Flashcards
(185 cards)
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Emergency Alert System (EAS); Who should be contacted in the SUPERVISOR’s NOTIFICATION RESPONSIBILITIES?
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A supervisor apprised of the need for a public alert is responsible to make the appropriate notifications based upon the circumstances of each situation. The supervisor shall promptly notify the Chief of Police, the appropriate Division Commander and the Press Information Officer when any public alert is generated.
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IN regards to the Emergency Alert System (EAS), the supervisor in charge of the investigation to which the alert relates is responsible for the following:
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(a) Updating alerts (b) Canceling alerts (c) Ensuring all appropriate reports are completed (d) Preparing an after-action evaluation of the investigation to be forwarded to the Division Commander
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IN regards to an OIS, the public safety information shall be limited to such things as:
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Outstanding suspect information, number and direction of shots fired, parameters of the incident scene, identity of known witnesses and similar information.
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When shall the Public Information Officer, whether on or off duty be contacted immediately by the Patrol Supervisor?
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(a) Homicides; (b) Officer-involved shootings; (c) SWAT Call- outs; (d) Crimes and/or events likely to induce significant media attention.
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An immediate supervisor or authorized individual may refuse to accept service for a criminal subpoena if [Penal Code § 1328(d)(e)] under what circumstances?
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(a) He/she knows that he/she will be unable to deliver a copy of the subpoena to the named officer within sufficient time for the named officer to comply with the subpoena.
(b) It is less than five working days prior to the date listed for an appearance and he/she is not reasonably certain that service can be completed.
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Maryland vs Shatzer, police may re-open questioning of a suspect who has asked for counsel (thereby under Edwards v. Arizona ending questioning) if there has been a _______ break in Miranda custody. The ruling distinguished Edwards, which had not specified a limit.
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14-days or more break in Miranda Custody
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Pursuit units should be limited to ____ vehicles (____ units and a _____);
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3 units which consist of two units and a supervisor
8
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Who may request additional units to join a pursuit if, after assessing the factors outlined above, it appears that the number of officers involved would be insufficient to safely arrest the suspects.
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The primary officer or a supervisor
9
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When may members in the performance of their official duties carry weapons not provided by the Department, including, but not limited to, edged weapons, chemical or electronic weapons, impact weapons or any weapon prohibited or restricted by law or that is not covered elsewhere by department policy?
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Member must have the express written authorization of the member’s Division Commander. This exclusion does not apply to the carrying of a single folding pocketknife that is not otherwise prohibited by law.
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When not deployed, the patrol rifle shall be properly secured in a locking weapons rack in the patrol vehicle in this manner____ .
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The Colt AR-15 shall be securely locked in the rack with the chamber empty, magazine loaded and inserted into the magazine well, and the selector lever in the SAFE fire position.
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All sworn personnel shall complete ________ for each period, when they fail to attend a scheduled proficiency course of fire. Each ________ will be submitted to the department _________ for approval, no later than the _______ for the shoot period. Failure to complete and turn in ________ will result in an “unexcused” for the period missed.
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RBPD Form 59 RBPD Form 59 Rangemaster last day of the month RBPD Form 59
12
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Qualified, active, full-time officers of this department are authorized to carry a concealed firearm in all other states subject to the following conditions (18 USC § 926B):
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(a) The officer shall carry his/her Redondo Beach Police Department badge and identification card whenever carrying such firearm.
(b) The officer is not the subject of any current disciplinary action.
(c) The officer may not be under the influence of alcohol or any other intoxicating or hallucinatory drug.
(d) The officer will remain subject to this and all other department policies (including qualifying and training).
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Members desiring to carry an authorized but personally owned duty rifle must receive written approval from the _______ or the authorized designee. Barrel length of ______ and an overall length of at ______.
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Chief of Police
Barrel length of at least 16” and an overall length of at least 26”
14
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Officers may use reasonable force to lawfully seize evidence and to prevent the destruction of evidence. However, officers are discouraged from using force solely to prevent a person from _________.
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swallowing evidence or contraband.
15
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Does an officer have to announce himself prior to applying deadly force towards a suspect?
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Where feasible, the officer shall, prior to the use of deadly force, make reasonable efforts to identify him/herself as a peace officer and to warn that deadly force may be used, unless the officer has objectively reasonable grounds to believe the person is aware of those facts [Penal Code 835a(5)(c)(1)(B)].
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Can an officer impose deadly force upon a person based on the danger that person poses to himself/herself?
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Officers shall not use deadly force against a person based on the danger that person poses to himself/herself if an objectively reasonable officer would believe the person does not pose an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to the officer or to another person (Penal Code § 835a).
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Can an officer discharge a firearm at a moving vehicle or its occupants?
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Only when the officer reasonably believes there are no other reasonable means available to avert the imminent threat of the vehicle, or if deadly force other than the vehicle is directed at the officer or others [Government Code §7286(b)].
Officers should not shoot at any part of a vehicle in an attempt to disable the vehicle.
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Supervisory notification shall be made as soon as practicable following the application of force in any of the following circumstances:
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(a) The application caused a visible injury.
(b) The application would lead a reasonable officer to conclude that the individual may have experienced more than momentary discomfort.
(c) The individual subjected to the force complained of injury or continuing pain.
(d) The individual indicates intent to pursue litigation.
(e) Any application of a TASER device or control device.
(f) Any application of a restraint device other than handcuffs, shackles or belly chains.
(g) The individual subjected to the force was rendered unconscious.
(h) An individual was struck or kicked.
(i) An individual alleges unreasonable force was used or that any of the above has occurred.
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True or False. Any person providing medical care or receiving custody of a person following any use of force does not necessarily need to be informed that the person was subjected to force.
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False. The on-scene supervisor, or if the on-scene supervisor is not available, the primary handling officer shall ensure that any person providing medical care or receiving custody of a person following any use of force is informed that the person was subjected to force. This notification shall include a description of the force used and any other circumstances the officer reasonably believes would be potential safety or medical risks to the subject (e.g., prolonged struggle, extreme agitation, impaired respiration).
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When a supervisor conducts an “Use of Force” interview with the suspect after a knowing and voluntary waiver of Miranda rights by the subject, the recording of the interview ____________.
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The recording of the interview should be documented and content of the interview summarized in the supervisor supplemental report filed under the case number
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If the Supervisor’s “Use of Force” interview with the suspect is conducted without the subject having voluntarily waived his/her Miranda rights, the following shall apply:
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(a) The content of the interview should not be summarized or included in any related police report or used as part of the criminal charges for the subject.
(b) The fact that a recorded interview was conducted should be documented in the supervisor review/critique of event (RBPD form 267) or a memo attached to the supervisor review/critique of event.
(c) The recording of the interview should be distinctly marked for retention until all potential for civil litigation has expired.
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How often should the Professional Standards Unit prepare an analysis report on use of force incidents within the department, and who should the report be submitted?
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At least annually, the Professional Standards Unit should prepare an analysis report on use of force incidents. The report should be submitted to the Chief of Police.
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Should the ‘Use of Force’ report prepared by the Professional Standards Unit to the Chief contain the the names of officers, suspects or case numbers?
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The report should not contain the names of officers, suspects or case numbers, and should include:
(a) The identification of any trends in the use of force by members.
(b) Training needs recommendations.
(c) Equipment needs recommendations.
(d) Policy revision recommendations.
24
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Following the deployment of the BOLAWRAP device, who shall determine whether transporting the person to a medical facility is necessary to remove the pellet/barbs, and/or for a medical clearance, an “Ok to book”?
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The supervisor.
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In compliance with the Use of Force Policy, the following information shall be included in the BolaWrap device report form:
(a) The BolaWrap device & cartridge serial numbers.
(b) Date, time and location of the incident.
(c) Whether any display or laser deterred a subject and gained compliance.
(d) The number of BolaWrap device activations and the duration between activations.
(e) The range at which the BolaWrap device was used. (as best as can be determined).
(f) Location of any deployments impact.
(g) Whether medical care was provided to the subject.
(h) Whether the subject sustained any injuries.
(i) Whether any officers sustained any injuries.
(i) How long did the subject remain in the restraint.
(k) Who removed the restraint from the subject.
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Following the deployment of the BolaWrap, the officer should include the following in the appropriate police report:
(a) Identification of all personnel firing BolaWrap devices.
(b) Identification of all witnesses.
(c) Whether or not injuries sustained by involved parties.
(d) Medical care provided to any affected subjects.
(e) Observations of the subject's physical and physiological actions.
(f) Any known or suspected drug use, intoxication or other medical problems.
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What are some things a supervisor SHOULD do following a BolaWrap deployment?
A supervisor should review each incident where a person has been exposed to a deployment of the BolaWrap device.
A supervisor should conduct an appropriate use of force inquiry and ensure a proper investigation is conducted.
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How often should 'proficiency training' occur for personnel authorized to carry the Bolawrap?
Proficiency training for personnel who have been authorized to carry BolaWrap devices should occur every year
29
When a search without a canine may present a danger to law enforcement personnel or the community, prior to the use of the canine The Watch Commander or supervisor at the incident scene shall complete a _______ form and retain the form in the related Use of Force case file.
RBPD Pre-deployment
30
What individuals at the incident scene shall have the authority to decline the use of the canine whenever they deem that a deployment is unsuitable?
The canine handler, Watch Commander or Supervisor at the scene
31
In accordance with Department Policy 300.7 SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY, who is responsible for conducting an initial administrative investigation of the directed canine bite/force incident.?
Patrol Supervision
32
Can ALPR dual purpose vehicles initiate a pursuit and stay in that pursuit?
ALPR dual purpose vehicles MAY initiate and/or continue in a pursuit or assist in a pursuit ONLY when approved by a supervisor. An ALPR vehicle operator SHOULD request a marked black and white police vehicle, not ALPR equipped, to take over the pursuit as soon as practical.
33
Who at any incident may authorize and direct the use of a control device by selected personnel or members of specialized units who have successfully completed the required training.
The person in command may authorize and direct the use of a control device.
34
What type of incident should supervisor's take custody of a audio/video recording devices that may have captured?
Supervisors should take custody of a portable audio/video recording device as soon as practicable when the device may have captured an incident involving the use of force, an officer-involved shooting or death or other serious incident, and ensure the data is downloaded (Penal Code §832.18).
35
Which Department vehicles shall abandon their primary/secondary unit responsibilities in a pursuit when sufficient number of marked black and white vehicles have joined the pursuit?
Police motorcycles, canine units and ALPR police vehicles shall abandon their primary/secondary unit responsibilities in a pursuit when a sufficient number of marked black and white police vehicles have joined the pursuit.
36
When may police motorcycles, canine units and ALPR police vehicles initiate and/or continue/assist in a pursuit?
Only when approved by a supervisor.
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What is the intention of limiting police motorcycles, canine units and ALPR equipped vehicles during a pursuit?
This limitation on police motorcycles, canine units and ALPR equipped vehicles is intended to minimize potential injury and/or damage to the officer, police service dog and specialized equipment.
38
Were Shopping mall security guards acting as state officials or agents when they stopped, searched, arrested and handcuffed two minors in the parking lot, even though the guards were in uniform, shared their office with police, had access to police radios, were regulated by the state, etc?
Were not acting as state officials or agents.
39
Were Santa Cruz Boardwalk security guards acting as state agents when they confronted the defendant for smoking marijuana and drinking beer, handcuffed him, led him to the security office, and searched him?
Santa Cruz Boardwalk security guards were not acting as state agents.
40
Once the suspect has been arrested, may the peace officer who has or accepts custody of him search the arrestee and his immediate possessions for any item alleged to have been stolen?
Once the suspect has been arrested, the peace officer who has or accepts custody of him may search the arrestee and his immediate possessions for any item alleged to have been stolen.
41
If a private person conducts a search or seizure in response to your request, does he becomes your "agent," and the restrictions of the Fourth Amendment apply?
He does become the officer's agent, and the restrictions of the Fourth Amendment will apply.
42
A computer repair tech found questionable images of girls on defendant's computer. The police reviewed the images, which were not actual pornography, and asked the technician if he could "search through and look at" anything else in the computer. He found additional files that he loaded onto a flash drive. Was this a lawful search?
The warrantless search of the flash drive was unlawful.
43
How many copies of the subpoena are delivered to the officer's supervisor or other authorized departmental agent?
Personal service to the officer or by delivery of two copies of the subpoena to the officer's supervisor or other authorized departmental agent.
44
How much tender in dollars must a party pay to the City that issues a civil subpoena to an officer to testify as a witness?
The party that issues a civil subpoena for an officer to testify as a witness must tender the statutory fee of $275 with the subpoena for each day that an appearance is required before service is accepted of the subpoena
45
An immediate supervisor or authorized individual may refuse to accept service for a criminal subpoena if [Penal Code § 1328(d)(e)]:
(a) He/she knows that he/she will be unable to deliver a copy of the subpoena to the named officer within sufficient time for the named officer to comply with the subpoena.
(b) It is less than five working days prior to the date listed for an appearance and he/she is not reasonably certain that service can be completed.
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If, after initially accepting service of a criminal subpoena, a supervisor or other authorized individual determines that he/she is unable to deliver a copy of the subpoena to the named officer within sufficient time for the named officer to comply with the subpoena, WHO IS NOTIFIED & HOW MUCH TIME PRIOR TO THE DATE LISTED FOR THE APPEARANCE?
Shall notify the server or the attorney named on the subpoena of such not less than 48 hours prior to the date listed for the appearance
47
Do searches of student lockers need to be supported by probable cause or a search warrant?
Searches of students and their belongings, generally, the U.S. Supreme Court has held that although searches by school officials still must be "reasonable" (considering the offense, age of suspect, extent of intrusion, scope, etc.) and "justified at the inception," they do not need to be supported by probable cause or a search warrant. REASONABLE SUSPICION IS SUFFICIENT.
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To conduct a search of students , their belongings, or their lockers, public school officials must have ________?
Public school officials must have reasonable suspicion that the search will uncover evidence of a crime or a violation of a school rule. "Reasonable suspicion" in this context means "a moderate chance of finding evidence of wrongdoing."
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True or False. When a pursuit from another agency enters into the City of Redondo Beach and passes in front of a patrol officer, that officer can automatically join the pursuit.
False. Units from this department should not join a pursuit unless specifically requested to do so by the agency whose officers are in pursuit. The exception to this is when a single unit from the initiating agency is in pursuit. Under this circumstance, a unit from this department may join the pursuit until sufficient units from the initiating agency join the pursuit.
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What two things should be balanced and considered when initiating a pursuit?
Protecting the public and balancing the suspected offense and need for immediate capture against the risks to the community should be considered in deciding whether to initiate a pursuit.
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Can officers request air support during a pursuit?
When access to aircraft assistance is available, it should be requested. Once the air unit has established visual contact with the pursued vehicle, it should assume control over the pursuit. The primary and secondary ground units should consider the participation of aircraft assistance when determining whether to continue the pursuit.
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Can vehicles without emergency equipment join or initiate a pursuit? If a vehicle can, what emergency equipment is required?
Vehicles not equipped with red light and siren are prohibited from initiating or joining in any pursuit. The exemptions provided by Vehicle Code §21055 do not apply to officers using vehicles without emergency equipment.
A vehicle pursuit shall be conducted only with red light and siren as required by Vehicle Code § 21055 for exemption from compliance with the rules of the road.
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Does your RBPD policy allow paralleling during a vehicle pursuit?
There should be no paralleling of the pursuit route.
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Is trailing a pursuit allowed per policy?
Trailing is allowed with supervisor permission, keeping a distance to indicate absence of participation in the pursuit
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Can you pass the Primary during a vehicle pursuit?
Officers involved in a pursuit should not attempt to pass other units unless the situation indicates otherwise or they are requested to do so by the primary unit.
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Can your agency decline to take over the pursuit?
Can decline for any reason (e.g., ability to maintain the pursuit; circumstances serious enough; adequate staffing; public and officer safety). The Watch Commander or supervisor, after consideration of the above factors, may decline to assist in, or assume the other agency’s pursuit.
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What is your agency’s pursuit policy regarding the relationship between the CHP and the local agency?
Because of communication limitations between local agencies and CHP units, A request for CHP assistance means CHP units will assume responsibilities for the pursuit; when CHP requests local assistance, CHP units should relinquish control
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When another jurisdiction takes over your pursuit, what is your agency’s involvement if the pursuit ends with an arrest?
Upon discontinuing the pursuit, the primary unit may upon request, with or at the direction of a supervisor, proceed to the termination point to assist in the investigation. The original Primary provides arresting officers with information/guidance/probable cause, assists in any investigation
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According to policy, who may request additional officers to join a pursuit?
Any officer involved in the pursuit and/or
| A supervisor
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Under what circumstances does your policy allow a secondary unit to take over for the primary unit?
According to your policy:
If directed or authorized to do so
If the primary unit is unable to continue
61
When pursuing a vehicle that drives in the wrong direction against traffic, what should pursuing officers do?
As a general rule, officers should not pursue a vehicle driving left of center (wrong way) on a freeway. Officers should consider alternative actions.
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In the case of a wrong-way driver, which of the following alternative actions are specified in your agency’s policy?
According to your policy:
Call in air support
Parallel on the right side to maintain visual contact
Notify CHP immediately
Request other units to cover possible exits
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Based on your agency’s policy, what should you do if you lose sight of the fleeing vehicle?
Distance between the pursuing officers and the fleeing vehicle is so great that further pursuit would be futile or require the pursuit to continue for an unreasonable time and/or distance. Consider termination depending on knowledge of the location of the pursued vehicle
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Who can terminate a pursuit?
The Primary and the Supervisor have the authority to terminate. Pursuits should be discontinued whenever the totality of objective circumstances known or which reasonably ought to be known to the officer or supervisor during the pursuit indicates that the present risks of continuing the pursuit reasonably appear to outweigh the risks resulting from the suspect’s escape.
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What factors in the policy manual are LISTED as reasons to discontinue a pursuit?
(a) Distance between the pursuing officers and the fleeing vehicle is so great that further pursuit would be futile or require the pursuit to continue for an unreasonable time and/or distance.
(b) Pursued vehicle’s location is no longer definitely known.
(c) Officer’s pursuit vehicle sustains any type of damage that renders it unsafe to drive.
(d) Extended pursuits of violators for misdemeanors not involving violence or risk of serious harm (independent of the pursuit) are discouraged.
(e) There are hazards to uninvolved bystanders or motorists.
(f) If the identity of the offender is known and it does not reasonably appear that the need for immediate capture outweighs the risks associated with continuing the pursuit, officers should strongly consider discontinuing the pursuit and apprehending the offender at a later time.
(g) Pursuit is terminated by a supervisor.
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Which pursuit intervention techniques are approved per the policy to end a pursuit?
According to your policy, these interventions can be used:
Ramming
Tire deflation device (eg. spike or tack strips)
Blocking
Boxing
Roadblocks
PIT (Pursuit Intervention Technique)
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Which conditions must be met before officers can use pursuit interventions?
Whenever possible, Officers should obtain a supervisors approval prior to the use of pursuit intervention tactics. In deciding whether to use intervention tactics, officers/supervisors should balance the risks of allowing the pursuit to continue with the potential hazards arising from the use of each tactic to the public, the officers and persons in or on the pursued vehicle. the decision to use any intervention tactic should be reasonable in light of the circumstances confronting the officer at the time of the decision. It is imperative that officers act within the bounds of legality, good judgment and accepted practices.
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What conditions must be met before officers can utilize the PIT maneuver?
Only those officers trained in the use of the Pursuit Intervention Technique (PIT) will be authorized to use this procedure and when possible with the approval of a supervisor upon consideration of the circumstances and conditions presented at the time, including the potential for risk of injury to officers, the public and occupants of the pursued vehicle.
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Who coordinates efforts to apprehend suspects at the end of a vehicle pursuit?
NO specific officer is specified per policy to apprehend a suspect.
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Who supplies the vehicle pursuit, crime, and arrest details for the CHP Form 187A or other final pursuit report?
The following reports should be completed upon conclusion of all pursuits:
(a) The primary officer should complete appropriate crime/arrest reports.
(b) The Watch Commander shall ensure that an Allied Agency Vehicle Pursuit Report (form CHP 187A) is filed with the CHP not later than 30 days following the pursuit (Vehicle Code§ 14602.1).
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After internal review by your chain of command, who oversees submission of the CHP Form 187A or other post-pursuit reports?
The Watch Commander shall ensure that an Allied Agency Vehicle Pursuit Report (form CHP 187A) is filed with the CHP not later than 30 days following the pursuit (Vehicle Code § 14602.1). The primary officer should complete as much of the required information on the form as is known and forward the report to the Watch Commander for review and distribution.
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When are officers authorized to initiate a pursuit?
Officers are authorized to initiate a pursuit when it is reasonable to believe that a suspect is attempting to evade arrest or detention by fleeing in a vehicle.
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Is an officer exempt from possible consequences for non-compliant actions that cause damage/injury
Possible consequences for non-compliant actions that cause damage/injury, as spelled out in your policy:
[An officer is not exempt] from either civil or criminal liability for unreasonable or arbitrary acts resulting in harm or injury to others
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A pursuit may be initiated based upon:
1. The seriousness of the known or reasonably suspected crime
2. Threat to public safety
3. Apparent need for immediate capture
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What must an officer receive before using an individual as an informant?
An officer must receive approval from his/her supervisor.
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What is the age of a juvenile that can not be utilized as an informant by an officer?
The use of informants under the age of 13 is prohibited.
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What age can an informant be for the enforcement of laws related to the commercial sale of alcohol, marijuana or tobacco products?
A Juvenile 13 years of age or older may only be used as an informant with the written consent of each of the following: (a) The juvenile’s parents or legal guardians (b) The juvenile’s attorney, if any (c) The court in which the juvenile’s case is being handled, if applicable (Penal Code § 701.5) (d) The Chief of Police or the authorized designee
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At no time shall identifying information pertaining to a juvenile arrestee (______ of age and under), victim or witness be publicly released without prior approval of a competent court.
13 years of age and under
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The identity of a minor ______ of age or older shall not be publicly disclosed unless the minor has been arrested for a serious felony and the release of such information has been approved by the Watch Commander (Welfare and Institutions Code § 827.5).
14 years of age or older
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How old must juveniles be to be placed in secure custody?
Only juvenile offenders 14 years of age or older may be placed in secure custody (Welfare and Institutions Code § 207; 15 CCR 1145).
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What is required before placing a juvenile offender in secure custody. Secure custody should only be used for juvenile offenders when there is a reasonable belief that the juvenile is a serious risk of harm to him/herself or others?
Watch Commander approval
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The Watch Commander should be notified if it is anticipated that a juvenile may need to remain at the Redondo Beach Police Department more than _____ hours.
Four hours
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No juvenile is held at the Redondo Beach Police Department more than _____ hours
No more than six hours
84
True / False. If the detainee is on parole, PRCS, searchable probation, or mandatory supervision with a search term, you ARE entitled to search her without any suspicion of criminal activity
True
85
Who can access the AVL Playback software?
The AVL Playback software may be accessed by the Chief of Police or his designee as a tool in the complaint process as one part of the fact-finding procedure.
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When may the stored or archived data of the AVL system may be accessed to determine past location(s) and other corollary information?
If an administrative complaint has been made in advance of the access and the access is reasonably necessary to investigate the complaint. The system data may be used as an aid in any existing criminal and/or administrative investigation. IT IS NOT "REQUIRED" TO ACCESS THE AVL SYSTEM!
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In addition to an administrative complaint, what other circumstances will allow for review of the AVL Playback software?
AVL may also be used in review of critical incidents such as officer involved accidents, pursuits, or other vehicle operations.
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When are Supervisors authorized to review relevant media recordings (body cam, audio recorders, etc)?
Any time they are investigating alleged misconduct or reports of meritorious conduct or whenever such recordings would be beneficial in reviewing the member’s performance.
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Recorded files may be reviewed under which LISTED conditions and by who?
a) Upon approval by a supervisor, by any member of the Department who is participating in an official investigation, such as a personnel complaint, administrative investigation or criminal investigation.
(b) Pursuant to lawful process or by court personnel who are otherwise authorized to review evidence in a related case.
(c) By media personnel with permission of the Chief of Police or the authorized designee.
(d) In compliance with a public records request, if permitted, and in accordance with the Records Maintenance and Release Policy.
90
What types of incidents should Supervisors take custody of a portable audio/video recording device as soon as practicable when the device may have captured the incident?
Incident involving the use of force, an officer-involved shooting or death or other serious incident.
91
When can an officer use force?
An officer can use force to effect an arrest, overcome resistance, prevent escape, defense of self, and defense of others.
92
Weapons not allowed in the jail include:
Firearms, Ammunition, Knives, Batons, and full-sized flashlights.
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Who is allowed to carry chemical or electronic weapons in the jail?
Those personnel that have been authorized by the department to deploy such weapons.
94
When may Members surreptitiously record another Department member?
With a court order unless lawfully authorized by the Chief of Police or the authorized designee.
95
How long should Media Recordings be retained? What type of events would justify this retention period?
For a minimum of two years (Penal Code § 832.18).
(a) Incidents involving use of force by an officer
(b) Officer-involved shootings
(c) Incidents that lead to the detention or arrest of an individual
(d) Recordings relevant to a formal or informal complaint against an officer or the Redondo Beach Police Department
96
Is a 'verbal warning' required of the intended use of the TASER device
A verbal warning of the intended use of the TASER device SHOULD PRECEDE its application, unless it would otherwise endanger the safety of officers or when it is not practicable due to the circumstances.
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"Prior to a custodial interrogation, and before the waiver of any Miranda rights, a youth ____________ shall consult with legal counsel in person, by telephone, or by video conference. The consultation may not be waived."
17 years of age or younger
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Juveniles under the age of ___ are presumed incapable of criminal intent and the prosecution bears the burden of proving that a juvenile under age __ knew the wrongfulness of his act. (Pen. Code, § 26.)
14 years of age
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Many police agencies use a "___________" to determine if juveniles under 14 understood the wrongfulness of their criminal acts.
Gladys R . questionnaire
100
What type of questions, whether asked orally or using your department's written form, should be preceded by Miranda advisements for juveniles under the age of 14 years.
Gladys R. questions
101
Does an officer have to identify himself and make announcements that deadly force may be used?
Where feasible, the officer shall, prior to the use of force, make reasonable efforts to identify themselves as a peace officer and to warn that deadly force may be used, unless the officer has objectively reasonable grounds to believe the person is aware of those facts.
102
When can an officer use deadly force?
1. An officer may use deadly force to protect him/herself or others from what he/she reasonably believes is an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to the officer or another person.
2. An officer may use deadly force to apprehend a fleeing person for any felony that threatened or resulted in death or serious bodily injury, if the officer reasonably believes that the person will cause death or serious bodily injury to another unless immediately apprehended.
103
Is there a difference between an invocation of the right to silence and an invocation of the right to counsel?
Yes. There are different rules for what you may or may not do once each right has been invoked
104
Can a parent, spouse, friend, or an attorney invoke a person's Miranda Rights when that person is in police custody?
Miranda rights are personal to the suspect and may not be vicariously asserted or invoked by anyone other than the suspect, such as a parent or attorney. Only the suspect may assert her right to silence or an attorney under Miranda and, even then, only if she is in "custody" and being, or about to be, "interrogated."
105
Can Miranda rights be invoked "anticipatorily,"
Miranda rights may not be invoked "anticipatorily," that is, unless and until the pressure of police "custody" and police "interrogation" are both present.
106
If there does not reasonably appear to be a present or immediately foreseeable serious threat to the public, is ramming authorized?
Ramming is not authorized under this condition.
107
What should be obtained before ramming is attempted?
Supervisor approval should be obtained.
108
What types of vehicle should not be rammed in accordance with policy?
Ramming shall not be used when the pursued vehicle is a pick-up truck or similar type vehicle when subjects are occupying the bed of the truck, or a motorcycle unless deadly force appears reasonable.
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If a suspect has previously invoked his right to silence, IS IT legally permissible (assuming his Sixth Amendment right to counsel has not yet attached and been asserted, i.e., that the suspect has not yet been formally charged, indicted, or arraigned and obtained a lawyer) for the same or different officers to come back and try again, that is, to engage in further questioning later, after a reasonable period of time has elapsed?
IT IS legally permissible for the same or different officers to come back and try again, that is, to engage in further questioning about a different crime . . . and maybe even the same crime.
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Does an officer have to give a full re-advisement of rights at any such subsequent questioning and obtain a valid express waiver if a suspect has previously invoked his right to silence?
Yes. An officer must give a full re-advisement of rights at any such subsequent questioning and obtain a valid express waiver.
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If a suspect has previously invoked her Miranda right to counsel, may an officer or police agent, from any jurisdiction, initiate interrogation of a suspect about any crime and expect to obtain an admissible statement?
No. No officer or police agent, from any jurisdiction, may initiate interrogation of a suspect about any crime and expect to obtain an admissible statement, unless the suspect's counsel is actually present--as long as the suspect remains in pretrial custody.
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How many days in a "break of custody" for a suspect since invocation of counsel, can an officer reapproach, obtain a new waiver of rights, and interrogate the suspect?
If the suspect has had a break in custody of at least 14 days since that invocation of counsel, you may re-approach, obtain a new waiver of rights, and interrogate the suspect.
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Is a suspect's assertion of his Miranda Rights to counsel "offense specific"?
It makes no difference whether you want to talk about the same crime for which the suspect already invoked (Edwards) or about a completely different crime (Roberson). Unlike the Sixth Amendment right to counsel, which attaches to a particular crime once the suspect is charged with that crime, a suspect's assertion of his Miranda right to counsel applies across the board and is not "offense specific."
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Before using an individual as an informant, an officer must:
Receive approval from his/her supervisor
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When a pursuit enters another agency's jurisdiction, who should take certain things into consideration and what are those things that should be considered to determine whether to request the other agency to assume the pursuit?
The primary officer or supervisor should take into consideration distance traveled, unfamiliarity with the area and other pertinent facts,
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When a request is made for this department to assist or take over a pursuit from another agency that has entered this jurisdiction, the supervisor should consider these additional following factors:
(a) Ability to maintain the pursuit
(b) Circumstances serious enough to continue the pursuit
(c) Adequate staffing to continue the pursuit
(d) The public's safety within this jurisdiction
(e) Safety of the pursuing officers. As soon as practicable, a supervisor or the Watch Commander should review a request for assistance from another agency.
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What reasons may an officer use force?
Any peace officer may use objectively reasonable force to effect an arrest, to prevent escape, or to overcome resistance.
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True or False: An officer who has received the required training on the duty to intercede and then fails to act to intercede when required by law, may be disciplined in the same manner as the officer who used force beyond that which is necessary (Government Code § 7286(b)).
True
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When a supervisor is able to respond to an incident in which there has been a reported application of force the supervisor is expected to:
(a) Obtain the basic facts from the involved officers.
(b) Ensure that any injured parties are examined and treated.
(c) When possible, separately obtain a recorded interview with the subject upon whom force was applied.
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If the 'Use of Force' interview is conducted after a knowing and voluntary waiver of Miranda rights by the subject, the recording of the interview should be:
The interview should be documented and content of the interview summarized in the supervisor supplemental report filed under the case number.
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If the 'Use of Force' interview is conducted without the subject having voluntarily waived his/ her Miranda rights, the following shall apply:
The content of the interview should not be summarized or included in any related police report or used as part of the criminal charges for the subject.
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In an OIS or Use of Force incident, Who ensures that all relevant reports, documents and materials are available for consideration and review by the Use of Force Board?
The involved employee's Bureau Commander or supervisor
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How many members should The Administrative Services Bureau Commander select for the Use of Force Review Board?
Five members chosen from:
1. Representatives of each bureau
2. Commanding officer in the involved member's chain of command
3. Training Manager
4. Non-administrative supervisor
5. Department instructor for the type of weapon, device or technique used
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Who will serve as the chairperson of the Use of Force Review Board?
The senior ranking command representative who is not in the same bureau as the involved employee will serve as chairperson.
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What two things is the Use of Force Review Board empowered to conduct?
The Use of Force Review Board is empowered to conduct an administrative review and inquiry into the circumstances of an incident.
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True / False. The Use of Force Board does not have the authority to recommend discipline.
True
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What are the four recommended findings the Use of Force Review Board can make after completing an investigation?
(a) The employee's actions were within department policy and procedure.
(b) The employee's actions were in violation of department policy and procedure.
(c) The employee's actions were accidental and non-negligent.
(d) The employee's actions were accidental and negligent.
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A juvenile under _______ should not be restrained unless he/she is suspected of a dangerous felony or when the officer has a reasonable suspicion that the juvenile may resist, attempt escape, injure him/herself, injure the officer or damage property.
14 years of age
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Regarding the application of leg restraints, when should a supervisor be notified of its application?
In all cases, a supervisor shall be notified as soon as practicable after the application of the leg restraint device.
130
How much advance notice time must an employee give to their scheduling supervisor when attending training courses that exceed three or four days?
Two weeks advanced notice
131
Who can dismiss a citation once it has been issued by a member of Redondo Beach Police Department?
Members of this agency do not have the authority to dismiss a citation once it has been issued. Only the court has the authority to dismiss a citation that has been issued (Vehicle Code § 40500(d)).
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Who should members of this department submit requests to dismiss a citation?
All requests to dismiss a citation shall be referred to the Traffic Unit Supervisor.
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Upon an officer dismissing a traffic citation by the court during a hearing, who should the officer notify?
Upon dismissal of the traffic citation by the court, the officer shall notify his/her immediate supervisor of the circumstances and shall complete a Redondo Beach Police Department memorandum. The citation dismissal memorandum shall then be forwarded to the Operations Bureau Commander for review.
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Voiding a traffic citation may occur when a traffic citation has not been completed or where it is completed, but not issued. Who does the officer notify upon voiding a citation?
All copies of the citation shall be presented to a supervisor to approve the voiding of the citation.
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Who does the officer submit the citation and a memo when a traffic citation is issued and in need of correction?
The officer issuing the citation shall submit the citation and a memo requesting a specific correction to his/her immediate supervisor.
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Who should be summoned to handle the investigation when a collision involves a department vehicle or when a member of this department is an involved driver in a collision that occurs in this jurisdiction, and the collision results in serious injury or death?
The California Highway Patrol should be summoned to handle the investigation.
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When a vehicle is stored or impounded by any member of the Redondo Beach Police Department, a hearing will be conducted upon the request of the registered or legal owner of the vehicle or his/ her agent. How much time following the "Impound Hearing Request'" must the hearing occur?
The hearing shall be conducted within 48 hours of the request, excluding weekends and holidays.
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All requests for a hearing on a stored or impounded vehicle shall be submitted in person, in writing or by telephone within _____ days of the date appearing on the notice (Vehicle Code § 22852(b)).
The _______________ will generally serve as the hearing officer. The person requesting the hearing may record the hearing at his/her own expense.
10 Days
Traffic Sergeant
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The following person(s) shall be notified as soon as practical following an OIS in accordance with the Critical Incident Notification Guide:
Duty Commander • Shoot roll-Out Team • Investigations Division Commander • Chief of Police • Bureau Commanders • Psychological/Peer Support Personnel • Professional Standards Supervisor • District Attorney OIS Roll-out • City Attorney • Coroner
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Penal Code § 803(g). Generally, rape kits should be submitted to the crime lab within _______ after being booked into evidence (Penal Code § 680).
20 days
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If, for any reason, DNA evidence in a sexual assault case in which the identity of the perpetrator is in issue and is not going to be analyzed within _______ of the crime, the assigned officer shall notify the victim of such fact in writing no less than _______ prior to the expiration of the _______ period (Penal Code § 680(d)).
18 months of the crime
60 days prior to the expiration
18 month period
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IN regards to lactation time, what would be considered reasonable during any four-hour work period or major portion of a four-hour work period?
Lactation breaks that cumulatively total 30 minutes
| or less would be considered reasonable.
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Employees desiring to take a lactation break ________ notify the Communications Center or a supervisor prior to taking such a break. Such breaks may be reasonably delayed if they would seriously disrupt department operations (Labor Code § 1032).
Shall
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Do officers need to request clearance from a patrol sergeant prior to taking a meal period break?
Uniformed patrol and traffic officers shall request clearance from a patrol sergeant prior to taking a meal period.
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How many days paid military leave are officers entitled to per fiscal year for active duty?
Officers are entitled to receive up to 30 days paid military leave per fiscal year for active duty
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When will the the disclosure of any information contained in any peace officer personnel record be considered?
Only written requests for disclosure will be considered.
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How much time must pass before Formal Citizen Complaints and all related files not pending litigation or other ongoing legal proceedings stay in an officer's file?
Files may be purged no sooner than five years from the underlying complaint date (Penal Code § 832.5).
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How much time must pass before 'Non-Citizen (Internal) initiated complaints' not pending litigation or other ongoing legal proceedings stay in an officer's file?
Files may be purged no sooner than two years from the underlying complaint date (Government Code § 34090; Government Code § 26202).
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How can an employee seek the removal of any item from his/her personnel file?
Any employee seeking the removal of any item from his/her personnel file shall file a written request to the Chief of Police through the chain of command.
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How many days does the department have to provide a written explanation regarding why the contested item will not be removed from an employee's personnel file?
The Department shall thereafter remove any such item if appropriate or WITHIN 30 DAYS provide the employee with a written explanation why the contested item will not be removed (Government Code 3306.5).
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If, after initially accepting service of a criminal subpoena, a supervisor or other authorized individual determines that he/she is unable to deliver a copy of the subpoena to the named officer within sufficient time for the named officer to comply with the subpoena, how much time must the court be notified that the subpoena was not served?
Not less than 48 hours prior to the date listed for the appearance
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How much time does a Watch Commander have to file a CHP Form 187A (Allied Agency Pursuit Report) with CHP after a pursuit?
Not later than 30 days following the pursuit (Vehicle Code§ 14602.1)
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What are the three classifications of Personnel Complaints?
Formal, Informal, and Incomplete
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When may a Personnel Complaint be handled informally by a supervisor and shall not be considered a personnel complaint?
Complaints about conduct or performance that, if true, would not violate [department/office] policy or federal, state or local law, policy or rule.
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What is considered an INFORMAL COMPLAINT?
A matter in which the supervisor determines does not violate Department policy or federal, state or local law.
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What is considered a FORMAL COMPLANT?
A matter in which a supervisor determines that further action is warranted.
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What is considered an INCOMPLETE COMPLAINT?
A matter in which the complaining party either refuses to cooperate or becomes unavailable after diligent follow-up investigation.
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Can an Informal Complaint be reclassified to a Formal Complaint? Who determines the reclassification?
Yes. A personnel complaint initially classified as "informal" may be reclassified as "formal" by Command Staff.
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How much time should contact occur by a supervisor with a complainant after a complaint is filed with the department?
Follow-up contact with the complainant should be made within 24 hours of the Department receiving the complaint.
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Persons who have been sprayed with oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray should be thoroughly decontaminated including _____, _____ and _____ prior to application of a spit hood.
hair, head and clothing
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If an individual is restrained and released without an arrest, the officer ______ document the details of the detention and the need for handcuffs or other restraints
SHALL
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True or False. Officers should seek approval from a supervisor when taking photographs of people being detained, but later released.
False. While it is recognized that field photographs often become valuable investigative tools, supervisors should monitor such practices in view of the above listed considerations and the ever increasing cost factor. This is NOT to imply that supervisor approval is required before each photograph.
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Incidents of significant detention where subjects are handcuffed for the purposes of continued investigation. The handcuffing officer _____ be responsible for documentation in these instances unless another officer sufficiently describes the handcuffing event in a related report.
SHALL
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An adult arrested on any of the following disqualifying charges shall not be released on citation and shall be transported to the appropriate detention facility or held for court or bail after booking
1. Misdemeanor domestic battery (Penal Code § 243(e)(1)).
2. Felony domestic battery (Penal Code § 273.5).
3. Serious or violent felonies (Penal Code § 1270.1(a)(1)).
4. Violation of a protective order and the arrested person has made threats, used violence
or has gone to the protected person’s workplace or residence (Penal Code § 273.6).
5. Stalking (Penal Code § 646.9).
Misdemeanor violations of a protective order relating to domestic violence if there is
a reasonable likelihood the offense will continue or the safety of the individuals or
property would be endangered (Penal Code § 853.6).
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True / False. Regardless whether or not immigration status is relevant to another criminal offense or investigation (e.g., harboring, smuggling, terrorism), the fact that an individual is suspected of being an undocumented alien shall be the sole basis for contact, detention, or arrest.
False. Unless immigration status is relevant to another criminal offense or investigation (e.g., harboring, smuggling, terrorism), the fact that an individual is suspected of being an undocumented alien shall not be the sole basis for contact, detention, or arrest.
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True / False. When a city-owned or leased vehicle is involved in a traffic collision upon a roadway or highway wherein any damage or injury results. The involved employee shall promptly notify a supervisor and traffic collision investigation reports taken.
True
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What is the Critical Incident Commander responsible for?
The IC shall be responsible for command and control over all civil law enforcement resources committed to an unusual occurence.
The IC shall be responsible for the coordination of responses to all unusual occurrences, planned or unplanned.
Any requests for mutual aid (local, county, state, or federal) must strictly follow and adhere to the guidelines set forth in the GOM for mutual aid.
The IC will be responsible for Liason with the Fire Department for the purpose of coordinating police involvement.
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How shall an officer maintain the chain of custody for all evidence.
RBPD Policy Section 802.3
Any employee who first comes into possession of any property shall retain such property in his/her possession until it is properly tagged and placed in the designated property locker or storage room along with the property form.
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Officers responding to a potential death investigation, known or suspected suicide or homicide should remember that their supervisor _____ be notified in all death investigations.
SHALL
170
Officers _______ contact their supervisor while still at the scene after making a preliminary assessment and brief them on the circumstances of their investigation.
SHALL
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True or False. Paramedics may be called in all suspected death cases unless the death is considered “Obvious”.
False… Paramedics SHALL be called…
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True or False. Officers can pronounce or declare times of death.
False. Officers should bear in mind that they do not pronounce or declare times of death.
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True or False. Visible brain matter is not the same as decapitation and visible brain matter alone should not determine whether or not an officer calls for paramedics.
True
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True or False. The body of the deceased shall not be disturbed or moved from the position or place of death without permission of a sergeant or watch commander.
False. The body shall not be disturbed or moved from the position or place of death without permission of a CORONER.
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323.2.2 NON-CRIMINAL ACTIVITY
The following incidents shall be documented using the appropriate approved report:
(a)Any use of force against any person by a member of this department (see the Use of Force Policy)
(b) Any firearm discharge (see the Shooting Policy)
(c) Anytime a person is reported missing, regardless of jurisdiction (see the Missing Persons Reporting Policy)
(d) Any found property or found evidence
(e)Any traffic collisions above the minimum reporting level (see Traffic Collision Reporting Policy)
(f) Suspicious incidents that may indicate a potential for crimes against children or that a child's safety is in jeopardy
(g) All protective custody detentions
(h) Suspicious incidents that may place the public or others at risk
(i) Whenever the employee believes the circumstances should be documented or at the direction of a supervisor
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What type of police unit is authorized to trail the pursuit as circumstances may require the presence of a _________ at the termination of the pursuit.
Canine Unit
presence of a police dog
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When making the decision to authorize a Code-3 response, the patrol supervisor should consider the following:
* The type of call;
* The necessity of a timely response;
* Traffic and roadway conditions;
* The location of the responding units.
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When may the stored or archived data of the Automated Vehicle Locater System (AVLS) be accessed to determine past location(s) and other corollary information?
If an administrative complaint has been made IN ADVANCE of the access and the access is reasonably necessary to investigate the complaint.
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Which court are Juveniles cited for any vehicle code violation?
Inglewood Court
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Which court are Juveniles cited for NON vehicle code violations?
Van Nuys Court
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Which court are Juveniles cited for combination of VC violations and another violation on same ticket?
Van Nuys Court
182
What Assembly Bill is the Racial and Identity Profiling Act?
AB 953: The Racial and Identity Profiling Act of 2015
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401.8.1 MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES
Department members are responsible for submitting all Racial and Identity Profiling Act (RIPA) data entries no later than _____________ in accordance with the process established by the department unless authorized by the Chief of Police or their designee.
no later than 48 hours from the time of the reportable contact
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Each year, the _____________ should review the efforts of the Department to provide fair and objective policing. This person will submit a report, including public concerns and complaints, to the Chief of Police.
The report should not contain any identifying information about any specific complaint, member of the public or officers. It should be reviewed by the Chief of Police to identify any changes in training or operations that should be made to improve service.
Operations Division Commander
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How often should the Fair and Objective Policing report (RIPA) be submitted to the department, which includes public concerns and complaints, to the Chief of Police?
Annually submitted by the Operations Division Commander
