SOP

Question 1

Deputies will submit completed reports to the appropriate supervisory review
group prior to __________

Answer 1

the end of their shift.

Question 2

Supervisors will review each report to ensure reports meet the following criteria:

1. Completeness
2. Accuracy
3. Cites all elements of offenses
4. _________
5. Jurisdiction

Answer 2

Cites correct statutes

Question 3

In cases involving serving injunction orders, supervisors will ensure Incident
Reports are completed and approved before ____________

Answer 3

the end of their shift.

Question 4

After Incident Reports associated with arrests, are approved by supervisors, a
notarized copy will be sent to the State Attorney within________ days (excluding
weekends and holidays). Specialized Units (i.e., Homicide, Robbery, Victim
Advocate, etc.) will be notified as appropriate.

Answer 4

5 days

Question 5

_____________: A formalized, specific plan of action based on the result of accurate
and timely crime analysis. The plan should be targeted and specific, identifying among
other things, particular crimes; locations, days, and times of personnel deployment;
tactics that will be utilized; and the ultimate goal of implementation.

Answer 5

Operational Plan

Question 6

Zone Report: A periodic report capturing data from Crime Analysis, Operational Plans,
Community Concerns Reports, zone improvements, enforcement activity, and truancy
activity from any BSO patrol zones.

Answer 6

Zone Report

Question 7

The following are examples of what?
1. Staff events
2. Operational plans and after-action reports
3. Monthly Truant Log
4. Training Log
5. Commendation Log
6. Employee Accident/Property Damage Log
7. Elder link referrals
8. Criminal Investigations Summary
9. Citizen Survey Summary
10. Workers’ Compensation Claims
11. Case Management
12. Any additional requested report

Answer 7

Administration Reports

Question 8

________________________: These reports may be generated by
districts/divisions and reviewed by DLE commanders and management for crime
prevention and community enhancement initiatives:

Answer 8

Crime Analysis Administrative Reports

Question 9

During a Barricade, Deputies Responsibilities:
1. Notify communications and supervisor of the incident and circumstances.
(CALEA 46.1.4d)
2. ________________
3. Evacuate any innocent citizens who may be caught within the immediate area.

Answer 9

Control, contain and isolate the incident scene

Question 10

The following are examples of what?
1. Active Shooter
2. Barricaded subject with gun shots fired
3. Hostage Situation

Answer 10

Immediate SWAT activation

Question 11

Access into the inner perimeter
and the Tactical Command Post will be limited to ___________

Answer 11

SWAT and hostage
negotiators.

Question 12

The mobilization point, command post, and media information center will be
established in_______________

Answer 12

the outer perimeter.

Question 13

The first deputies at a major crime scene will assume the initial command and
request needed assistance to:
1.
2.
3.
4.

Answer 13

1. Aid the injured.
2. Apprehend the suspect.
3. Protect the crime scene.
4. Detain witnesses.

Question 14

The first deputy to respond will be in charge of the scene until relieved by a
supervisor. Deputies in charge will:
1.
2.
3.

Answer 14

1.Establish a secure perimeter.
2. Protect the scene.
3. Establish an entry control point immediately outside the crime scene and
ensure that a Crime Scene Log (BSO RP#97) is being used to record the
name, agency and/or unit, reason for entry, and time in and out of any
person entering the scene.

Question 15

If supervisors request a Crime Scene technician, they will also request _____________________

Answer 15

applicable
detectives or specialist staff to respond.

Question 16

Crime Scene Investigative Aides are specially trained Community Service
Aides (CSAs) who have receive________ hours of specialized training in
crime scene processing.

Answer 16

forty (40)

Question 17

Patrol deputies will carry a latent print kit in their patrol vehicle consisting of
a processing brush, print powder, ______, and backing cards.

Answer 17

lifting tape

Question 18

What can be used to aid in locating latent prints?

Answer 18

Oblique lighting

Question 19

Are elimination prints considered evidence? Do they need to be on the Property Receipt?

Answer 19

NO

Question 20

The marking device must NOT be placed directly over the fired cartridge
casing to avoid any potential DNA contamination. The marking device
should be placed approximately _______ away from the actual item of
evidence

Answer 20

12 inches

Question 21

Deputies will need the following items for the collection of fired cartridge
casings
a.
b.
c.
d.

Answer 21

a. Gloves
b. Facial Covering
c. Glassine envelope
d. Sterile swab

Question 22

Ensure anybody who is within ________ of the evidence items is wearing a
facial covering to prevent accidental DNA contamination

Answer 22

6 feet

Question 23

Are drug field tests conclusive? Are they required to establish probable cause for a narcotics arrest?

Answer 23

No

Question 24

Labeling Physical Evidence:
1. Collected evidence will generally be placed into a porous collection
container such as paper or cardboard. Generally __________should not be
used for initial collection.

Answer 24

plastic bags

Question 25

Only___________ are authorized to determine when a responding deputy will not process a scene. Responding deputies will document the reasons and responding __________ in the written report.

Answer 25

supervisors

Question 26

3 types of sting operations?

Answer 26

Prostitution Decoys Strong-Arm Decoys Street-Level Stings

Question 27

Crime Lab accepts evidence from ____________

Answer 27

8:00am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday

Question 28

A decision to start a decoy operation should be based on an analysis of: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Answer 28

1. The victims' characteristics 2. Type of crime targeted 3. Crime locations 4. Frequency of occurrences

Question 29

At the end of a decoy operation, all staff members involved will be debriefed and an ______ prepared by the field supervisor for the District/Division Commander.

Answer 29

After-Action Report

Question 30

Sexual offense evidence kits (rape kits) collected at the SATC must be submitted to the BSO Crime Lab for forensic testing within ______ of receipt or upon request by individuals identified in Florida Statute to have it tested.

Answer 30

30 days

Question 31

Who will be contacted for a court order authorizing a medical examination and/or treatment if the parent or guardian cannot be reached.

Answer 31

Duty Judge

Question 32

If the victim is _________, detectives will permit the victim’s non- offending legal guardian to review the final report and complete the “Final Report Review Form”

Answer 32

under 16 years of age

Question 33

Department of Children and Families (DCF), via the toll- free abuse hotline (____________________),

Answer 33

1-800-96-ABUSE

Question 34

A dating relationship must have existed within the past ____________

Answer 34

6 months

Question 35

BSO policy abides by the ____ and ____ of the law in enforcement of state statutes protecting victims, bringing perpetrators of family violence under the criminal justice system's control, and reducing repeated police response. Staff responding to domestic violence/dating violence calls will become familiar with provisions and restrictions of this section and be held responsible for abiding by them.

Answer 35

spirit and letter

Question 36

FSS_____ allows law enforcement deputies to make an arrest without a warrant if: a. There is probable cause to believe that the person has committed a criminal act in violation of an injunction for protection or an act that violates a condition of pre-trial release when the original arrest was for an act of domestic or dating violence. b. There is probable cause to believe the person committed an act of domestic violence or committed child abuse and the deputy reasonably believes there is danger of violence unless the person alleged to have committed the battery (act of domestic violence) or child abuse is arrested without delay.

Answer 36

901.15

Question 37

T or F Some restraining orders do not authorize an arrest and many have an expiration date.

Answer 37

T

Question 38

What is used on Domestic/Dating Violence PC Affidavits to assist in rapidly identifying a case?

Answer 38

Since the state attorney gives domestic/dating violence cases special attention during the case filing/presentation process, using the stamp will assist in rapidly identifying a case.

Question 39

If the victim of Domestic/Dating Violence is a BSO employee, responding deputies will notify the employee's supervisor. The on scene supervisor will notify the______ supervisor. A victim advocate will be assigned to assist the employee.

Answer 39

Victim Services Unit

Question 40

"Missing endangered person" means: 1. 2. 3.

Answer 40

1. A missing child; 2. A missing adult younger than 26 years of age; or 3. A missing adult 26 years of age or older who is suspected by a law enforcement agency of being endangered or the victim of criminal activity.

Question 41

Upon receipt of credible information of a missing/abducted child, contact Records/Teletype within______ of the initial contact with the complainant for inclusion within the Florida Crime Information Center and the National Crime Information Center databases.

Answer 41

two (2) hours

Question 42

Criteria for Activation: To activate the AMBER Alert, the following criteria must be met: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

Answer 42

a. The child must be under 18 years of age. b. There must be clear indication of abduction. c. The law enforcement agency’s investigation must conclude that the child’s life is in danger. d. There must be a detailed description of child and/or abductor/vehicle to broadcast to the public. Provide a photo, when available. e. The activation must be recommended by the local law enforcement agency of jurisdiction. f. Amber Alert activation may be considered for parental abduction only if there is evidence of violence in the taking of the child. Refer to Section 8.10 pertaining to parental abductions when there is no evidence of possible harm to the child. g. The activation does not include runaways unless there is evidence that the child’s life is in danger, (i.e., child was enticed to run away by a sexual predator through the internet).

Question 43

Before any activation of the program will be initiated by FDLE, the FDLE ________________Form will be completed and submitted to FDLE. This form is available in the forms library on the BSO intraweb under “AMBER Alert”. This form does not give permission to activate the Amber Alert, but it is a necessary part of the process.

Answer 43

Missing Child Reporting

Question 44

Missing Child Alert: To be considered If the agency receives a call that a child is missing, but has not been abducted. Criteria for Activation: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Answer 44

a. Child must be under 18 years of age. b. Child’s life must be in danger. c. There must be sufficient description information; photo is required. d. The activation must be recommended by the local law enforcement agency of jurisdiction.

Question 45

(formerly Missing Children Information Clearinghouse).

Answer 45

FDLE Missing Endangered Persons Information Clearinghouse

Question 46

Pursuant to Florida Statutes, if the missing child is not located within ___ days, the law enforcement agency shall attempt to obtain a biological specimen for DNA analysis. The DLE Commander or Missing Persons Unit Commander will contact the BSO Crime Lab for further instructions on DNA collection.

Answer 46

90

Question 47

For missing endangered children who do not meet the criteria for an AMBER Alert or Missing Child Alert, the Missing Persons______ Unit will evaluate the appropriateness of information distribution to the public or media outlets.

Answer 47

Missing Persons

Question 48

For Silver Alert Missing person must be ____ years of age or older and there must be a clear indication that the individual has an irreversible deterioration of intellectual faculties (i.e., dementia). This must be verified by law enforcement.

Answer 48

60

Question 49

Establishes a procedure enabling law enforcement deputies to report to the Broward County Nuisance Abatement Board a place or premise used on three or more occasions as: 1. 2. 3.

Answer 49

A. The site of a violation of FS 796.07 (prostitution). B. The site of an unlawful sale or delivery of controlled substances; or C. Any place or building used by a criminal street gang for the purpose of conducting a pattern of criminal street gang activity.

Question 50

Nuisance Abatement District/division commanders or designees will review their logs at regular intervals. This review will determine if repeat offenses occurred at the same address on__________ occasions. Commanders or designees will also check with Strategic Investigations, DLE Accountability, and Records for similar occurrences at that address.

Answer 50

three or more

Question 51

The affidavit and search warrant must contain the following information: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Answer 51

1. Description of the person, place, or thing to be searched 2. Person's name from which items will be seized if known 3. The violation of law 4. Description of items to be seized 5. Probable cause

Question 52

it is Broward Sheriff’s Office policy that the Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) will be used for any warrant service that may require a ______ or ________

Answer 52

forcible entry to recover any evidence or to affect an arrest.

Question 53

Within how many days will a search warrant be executed?

Answer 53

10 working days

Question 54

(SFISC)

Answer 54

South Florida Investigative Support Center

Question 55

Dispatchers will remind field supervisors of any calls still holding in __ minute intervals.

Answer 55

15

Question 56

How far will a mandatory evacuation of all non-essential persons be

Answer 56

within 300' radius

Question 57

_________: Deputy(s) personal and sensory observations that provide awareness of an ongoing active shooter situation. Sources could include radio communications, witnesses, sights, and sounds.

Answer 57

Real Time Intelligence

Question 58

___________: A singular deputy or a team of deputies who while on scene have “Real Time Intelligence” and enter the area/structure of the active shooter with the goal of stopping the threat.

Answer 58

Deputy Contact Element

Question 59

Extraction Element: A singular deputy or a team of deputies with the ability to enter the area/structure and either remove victims to a casualty collection point (CCP) or provide first aid in place. The purpose of the Extraction Element is to provide first aid in the area/structure or move victims to a casualty collection point prior to the arrival of fire rescue paramedics.

Answer 59

Extraction Element

Question 60

_________________: A team consisting of deputies and fire rescue paramedics with the ability to enter the area/structure. The purpose of the Rescue Task Force (RTF) is to provide advanced emergency first aid to victims of an active shooter event as quickly as possible in the area/structure

Answer 60

Rescue Task Force

Question 61

________: The current location of the subject in the area/structure

Answer 61

Hot zone

Question 62

_________: Where the subject was previously in the area/structure

Answer 62

Warm zone

Question 63

_______: A location away from the area/structure. The ______ may include staging areas, the CCP, and Incident Command Post (ICP).

Answer 63

Cold zone

Question 64

1. Stop the active assailant(s) 2. Rescue the victims; 3. Provide medical assistance; 4. Arrest suspects and preserve the crime scene.

Answer 64

prioritization of active shooter in order of importance

Question 65

The Deputy Contact Element with Real Time Intelligence will continue with a proactive tactical intervention until one of these objectives has been met: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Answer 65

1. The subject/s has been forced into a surrender 2. The subject/s has been forced into a barricade 3. The subject/s hostilities have been stopped 4. The Deputy Contact Element is relieved by SWAT personnel

Question 66

T or F RTF will operate in hot zone

Answer 66

F Area of operations for the RTF may include the warm zone and cold zones

Question 67

Up to $________: May be placed in secured lockers located within each district/command, provided that the following conditions are met

Answer 67

500.00

Question 68

Money in excess of $500.00, but less then $__________ may be temporarily stored in the secure lockers; however must be transported to the Evidence/Property Room during normal Property Room hours of operation.

Answer 68

5000.00

Question 69

___________ will not be transported by Evidence/Property Room personnel; only designated district employees will be permitted to transport ______

Answer 69

Firearms

Question 70

BSO maintains_______aircraft to enhance the level of service provided to the public

Answer 70

fixed and rotary-wing

Question 71

When would the SAO be notified of a juvenile being taken into custody?

Answer 71

Prior to transporting to JAC and if the juvenile is 12 yoa or younger

Question 72

Whenever possible, the Statement of Rights form (BSO RP#17) should be fully executed by the questioning deputy and subject juvenile. If Miranda is given verbally, it must be ________and properly documented in the deputy's report.

Answer 72

witnessed by a second deputy

Question 73

The decision to employ the VIT rests solely with _____________________ performing the VIT.

Answer 73

the deputy (or deputies)

Question 74

A VIT may only be employed ______

Answer 74

in the arrest of felons

Question 75

t or f The VIT can never be employed on motorcycles.

Answer 75

t

Question 76

T or F The VIT should only be employed on stationary vehicles

Answer 76

T

Question 77

A VIT may be employed on a moving vehicle in order to take a person into custody who has committed a _______

Answer 77

forcible felony

Question 78

_______________: A cell, room, space or other area located within a BSO, district office or facility, designated for the temporary detention of detainees for questioning, testing and processing

Answer 78

Temporary Detention Area

Question 79

____________: Detention of a person for the purpose of questioning, processing or testing (e.g., BAT testing). Temporary detention is measured in hours and does not involve housing or feeding of detainees, except in extenuating circumstances.

Answer 79

Temporary Detention

Question 80

______________: Includes pre-booking activities (e.g., completing the Probable Cause Affidavit) involving detainees in custody, after which detainees will be escorted to a Department of Detention facility, where they will be booked

Answer 80

Processing

Question 81

Documented physical observation of all adult detainees will be completed at least every ________. Documented physical observation checks will be conducted at least every __________ for all juvenile detainees. Deputies making observation checks will document all checks on the ______________(BSO RP#98).

Answer 81

15 minutes, 10 minutes, Temporary Detention Log

Question 82

Deputies shall only enter an occupied temporary detention area to 1. 2. 3. 4.

Answer 82

remove a detainee for booking purposes, to conduct an interview, for transportation purposes, or to provide emergency services

Question 83

The temporary detention area first aid kits will be checked during a ________ inspection

Answer 83

monthly

Question 84

At least _____, each district/division captain, or designee will inspect the temporary detention area to ensure that adequate sanitation and safety measures are available and in proper working order, including all locks, lighting, and other security devices. The inspection will be documented on the Temporary Detention Log by the district/division captain, or designee. If there is a deficiency noted, immediate steps will be taken to correct the deficiency. The deficiency correction will be documented on the Temporary Detention Log by the district/division captain, or designee.

Answer 84

weekly

Question 85

T or F Less lethal weapons are permitted in holding areas

Answer 85

T

Question 86

Absent exigent circumstances, how many detainees will be placed in a holding cell at any time?

Answer 86

3

Question 87

The After-Action Report will be submitted__________ of the event, to the QRF Executive Officer

Answer 87

within three days,

Question 88

______________ exercises on-scene command staff oversight of field operations and critical incidents, provides command level leadership after regularly scheduled office hours, provides feedback to the DLE command staff and provides advice, support, mentoring and liaison to deputies and line supervisors during the course of their duties. The Director, Operations Bureau may assign additional duties.

Answer 88

Watch Commander

Question 89

Watch Commanders act under the authority of the __________

Answer 89

Director, Operations Bureau

Question 90

Watch Commander may take command of an operation or incident under the following circumstances: 1. The scope of the operation or incident exceeds the normal span of control or experience level of the on-scene line supervisor. 2. Involvement of multiple districts, divisions and/or interagency involvement

Question 91

Watch Commanders shall monitor radio traffic and respond to the scene of major incidents to provide _____ and _______

Answer 91

leadership and management presence

Question 92

WC Duties and Responsibilities: A. Watch Commanders shall monitor radio traffic and respond to the scene of major incidents to provide leadership and management presence. B. Will liaison with the Communications duty officer to monitor significant incidents on a county-wide basis C. Maintain and look for ways to improve operational efficiency, by overseeing, evaluating and providing feedback to supervisors and staff operating in the field. D. Routinely monitor radio traffic and meet with line supervisors to provide command level support and to ensure compliance with agency policies, procedures, and directives. E. Liaison with other agencies conducting operations within the Sheriff’s jurisdiction. F. Routinely attend roll-calls to provide feedback, address questions or concerns, and provide regular updates regarding agency issues.

Question 93

(IMST)

Answer 93

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT TEAM

Question 94

___________ establishes critical incident contingency plans and assists with coordinating and managing the Department Law Enforcement response during mobilizations for natural disasters, acts of terrorism and large scale critical incidents. The DLE ______ serves as the Department of Law Enforcement’s National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) point of contact.

Answer 94

Incident Management Support Team (IMST)

Question 95

The DLE IMST will act under the authority of the Director of the ______

Answer 95

Regional Services Bureau.

Question 96

PODS

Answer 96

points of distributions

Question 97

(NIMS

Answer 97

National Incident Management System

Question 98

Who is responsible for the maintenance and deployment of the agencies Mobile Command Vehicles (MCV) and the Communication on Wheels (COW) tactical radio communications platform

Answer 98

The DLE IMST Supervisor

Question 99

______________________is a rapid deployment all-weather command and control mobile platform which is designed to assist the Incident Commander and field personnel by providing support in the form of ICS and NIMS organizational tools. The ______ can also provide interoperable communications where the communications infrastructure is inadequate or has been disrupted. The ________ meets the current threat environment which requires mobility, interoperability among public safety agencies, reliability and cost effectiveness.

Answer 99

The Mobile Command Vehicle (MCV)

Question 100

How tall is the MCV mast camera?

Answer 100

40 feet

Question 101

What are the dimensions of the MCV

Answer 101

45 feet by 12 feet