Policy Review #2 Flashcards
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Where should the cabinet storing MVARS DVD’s be placed?
When practical, the cabinet should be placed within the evidence room. If stored outside of the evidence room, it should be properly secured to the floor or wall.
Who are the only people that can possess keys to the MVARS locker?
Commander and coordinator(s)
What type of pen is to be utilized to mark MVARS DVD’s?
Permanent fine point
MVARS DVD’s with significant events shall be placed in what colored sleeve?
Red
Vehicles assigned to just one officer, such as resident posts and K9 units, are only required to change out the MVARS DVD’s when they are full or have significant events.
True or False
True
If an office receives and MVARS request from a defendant in a case where charges have been filed, the defendant should be advised to contact the DA’s office for a formal discovery request. What if charges have not been filed yet and case is ongoing?
Known as an “informal discovery,” this type of request shall be denied. The Area shall advise the party that a copy of a DVD cannot be released as the investigation is ongoing.
Can a MVARS copy be released to a defendant in a traffic citation case?
Yes. A copy of a DVD may be released to the defendant if the copy provided does not contain any private third-party information or officer safety issues.
Traffic Citation Case - What should an officer do if the MVARS copy contains third-party information or officer safety information?
Area should respond to the defendant’s request and advise that the DVD will be brought to court on the day of the
hearing, as a PPO is needed prior to release.
MVARS request for Admin Per Se Hearing - What should the area do if the requestor refuses to sign the CHP 36M (MVARS DIGITAL MEDIA ADMIN PER SE DISCLOSURE AND USE AGREEMENT) ?
Do not release the copy of the DVD if the requestor refuses to sign the CHP 36M
True or False
If a court or hearing officer refuses to issue a PPO (Proposed Protective Order) for an MVARS video, what should the office request?
A CONTINUANCE AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACT Office of Legal Affairs
Can an MVARS video be released for a civil case?
Yes
If a MVARS video is corrupted and the coordinator is unable to make a copy of the original for release, the requestor may use a personally owned recording device to copy it?
True or False
False
Inventories - An annual or a change of command inventory of MVARS DVDs is required?
True or False
False – due to the high volume.
However, a 100 % inventory shall be completed if a reasonable amount of discrepancies are revealed during the quarterly inspection, or the commander deems it necessary.
Who is responsible for conducting a quarterly inspection of MVARS DVD’s?
Evidence Supervisor
MVARS DVDs shall be retained for a minimum of ___ year. Certain recorded incidents, such as a significant event, may require longer retention. If the original MVARS DVD contains both a routine and a significant event, the DVD shall be retained for the duration of the significant event.
One year
Five year retention for administrative purposes.
Misd./ Felony cases retain until adjudicated and appeals are exhausted.
How long are MVARS videos kept for MAIT investigations and OIS?
Ten years
For a violation of section 23136 VC (under 21 .01 BAC or higher), what documentation is an officer required to complete?
- Take possession of CDL
- complete a DS 367 or DS 367M officers statement
- CHP 215
Does an officer complete a CHP 215 for a violation of 23136 VC?
Yes
Should
Are suspects arrested for DUI on a bicycle (21200.5 VC) required to take a chemical test?
No
What suspects are exempt from taking forcible blood withdrawals?
Hemophiliacs, persons with heart conditions and persons taking anticoagulants.
How often should PAS devices be calibrated?
Every 10 calendar days or 150 tests (whichever comes first)
If a suspect is going to be cited and released for a DUI, what should the suspect and responsible person be admonished of?
The arrestee is not to drive a motor vehicle until he/she is no longer under the influence, or they may again be subject to arrest. The arrestee is responsible for his/her own actions, and the arrestee is being released to the responsible party
The DUI checkpoint team leader should at a minimum be the rank of a ____________.
Sergeant
Commander may allow OIC
The DUI checkpoint team leader should at a minimum be the rank of a ____________.
Sergeant
Commander may allow OIC