What incidents require a telephone notification to DIS as soon as reasonably
practical?
Work related illness/serious injury
Bio-hazard exposure
On-duty/off-duty deputy involved shootings
On-duty/off-duty unintended discharges of firearms with injury
Shooting of an animal in self-defense or defense of others
Use of force with serious injury that results in significant media attention
K-9 contacts regardless of injury
Traffic pursuits with serious injury or property damage
Any forcible stops with a sheriff's vehicle
Traffic collisions with serious injury
PREA incidents involving Sheriff's personnel
In-custody deaths
Escapes
Attempted escapes where DIU responds
Erroneous release with felony charge
Serious in-custody injuries
Suicide attempts with serious injury
What does PREA stand for?
Prison Rape Elimination Act
What does CIRB stand for?
Critical Incident Review Board
What incidents require a CIRB?
In-custody deaths (other than natural causes)
Use of deadly force
Pursuits with injury or major property damage
Serous injury or death resulting from department members actions
LE related serious injuries
Discharge of firearm by sworn personnel
Other incidents involving discharge of firearm, major property damage, major vehicle damage by
department member
Any incident the Sheriff, Undersheriff, Assistant Sheriff or CIRB want reviewed
Who handles shootings in our jurisdiction by another agency?
Sheriff's Department will handle as if it was a sheriff employee, parent agency will determine if there was
any of their own policy violations. (8.2 P&P)
What is policy in regard to missing persons from another jurisdiction, but
reported in our jurisdiction?
Take the report
Notify other jurisdiction and supply them with the information
Contact Sheriff's Missing Person line and request the information be entered into the MUPS
Within 24 hours send to jurisdiction where person lives and also where they went missing from
If person is under 16 or the person is at risk, then deputy without delay will supply the other jurisdiction with
a copy of the report (prior to end of shift)
What does MUPS stand for?
Missing Unidentified Person System
What circumstances should an AMBER alert be activated?
There is a confirmed child abduction that has been taken by anyone, including a parent or guardian
Victim is 17 or younger, or has mental or physical disability
Child is in imminent danger of serious injury or death
Information is available that could assist in safe recovery (vehicle info not required)
What is the DOC and when it is activated?
Department Operations Center
The Department may activate and staff the DOC to centrally coordinate, manage and support the Incident
Commander during major incidents within the Sheriff’s jurisdiction or in other Operational Area jurisdictions
involving department personnel or instances of Mutual Aid.
it is the direct link to the Regional Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Coordinator for obtaining Law Enforcement
Mutual Aid for the San Diego Operational Area; and must coordinate the requests for and responses of,
mutual aid resources. It is designed so staffing can be expanded to meet situations as they pertain to the
increased involvement of the Department.
DOC activation will not normally occur under Level III. The DOC will be activated during or in anticipation of
Level II and Level I. A Level I activation shall be performed automatically by the Communications Center
Watch Commander who will act as DOC Manager until relieved.
Grievance Definition
An allegation by an employee that the county failed to provide a condition of employment established by
MOA or P&P
The pursuit supervisor shall consider the following in deciding to add units to
a pursuit:
type of vehicle being pursued
seriousness of the offense
danger the occupants of the vehicle pose
availability of aerial support
type of intervention tactics considered
What are the supervisory responsibilities of a pursuit?
Assumes responsibility to monitor and take appropriate action for pursuit control
Authority to order pursuit to be discontinued when safety risks outweigh the need for apprehension
Ensure no more units than necessary are involved
Continual assessment during the pursuit
Ensure allied agencies are notified and K-9 and air support are requested
Respond on-scene at termination to provide supervision, coordination, and evaluation
Ensure pursuits are report to the Sheriff's Traffic Coordinator with a PAT 15
Supervisory factors to consider while monitoring a pursuit include:
Weather
Vehicle/pedestrian traffic
Roadway conditions
Juvenile occupants
Has suspect been identified to apprehend later
Speed
Pursuits must be discontinued when:
Approaching the international border
Directed to do so by a supervisor
Danged posed to deputies, suspects, or the community is greater than the value of apprehending the
suspect
When employees are exposed to blood, fluids, punctures, cuts, etc. what
forms are needed?
Suspect -
SO-135 Consent to Search (if suspect gives consent, H&S 121060 requires the consent in writing)
PAT-43 Medical Records Release or Form J224 Authorization to Release Patient Medical Record
If the suspect does not give consent you must obtain a warrant
Consent for HIV Antibody Test (J-228)
Deputy -
Employee needs to have a Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Certification (BPEC) completed by health care
provider (doctor on-site) in case inmate/arrestee does not give consent
Supervisor -
MSD Coversheet (Medical Services Division)
The Full Claim Workers' Compensation Packet should be completed if the employee is seeking medical
treatment and/or lost time from work due to an injury.
Sharps Injury Log (MISC-1) (if stuck with needle)
The investigation of traffic collisions resulting from a pursuit shall be the
responsibility of...
...the agency within whose jurisdiction the collision occurred.
Except for established County Wide task force units, a Sheriff's supervisor
will be present during the execution of all search warrants, parole, and 4th
waiver searches of a residence or other large property. The Sheriff's
supervisor is responsible for ensuring that all personnel adhere to applicable
legal policy and procedure guidelines. In addition, prior to the search the
supervisor will:
Review and approve the Operational Plan
Review the High Risk Entry Checklist and insure high risk entries were offered to SED
Insure that the target premises ARE THE ACTUAL premises described in the warrant
Insure that the conditions described in the affidavit still justify the search
Confirm that all personnel are adequately briefed and wearing appropriate safety equipment
Insure that the warrant is executed and returned in a legal and timely manner.
Stale or void warrants will not
be served
Conduct a debriefing at the conclusion of the operation
Insure the warrant is properly returned to the court and all evidence is handled according to proper
procedure
Insure that appropriate crime/arrest reports are completed and filed in a timely manner
Discipline is defined as any of the following:
Counseling (as a result of alleged misconduct-informal)
Written Reprimand
Reassignment (as a result of alleged misconduct)
Pay Step Reduction
Suspension
Demotion
Termination
When can a unit extend the filing deadline for a position?
When there are less than six applicants
What is a CARE alert?
Child Abduction Regional Emergency alert
regional alert initiated by San Diego County law enforcement agencies utilizing the local broadcast media
via the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The alert is broadcast on radio and television throughout the San
Diego region.
Supervisor responsibilities regarding use of force?
Respond to the scene or medical facility to investigate (when injury that necessitates medical treatment) the
circumstances surrounding the incident.
Ensure all witnesses were identified and interviewed, proper photographs were taken of all injuries and
damage, and legal means of obtaining records of medical treatment is accomplished.
In serious injury cases, the supervisor will be responsible for interviewing the subject about the force used
during the incident (record when possible).
Notify the facility or communications center watch commander of the findings.
If the supervisor deems an incident to be of significant magnitude, additional notifications via the chain-of command,
Peer Support, Internal Affairs, the Homicide Unit, etc.
What does a supervisor send to the Traffic Coordinator after a deputy
involved collision by the following business day?
Obtain a copy of the traffic collision report and forward to Traffic Coordinator when available.
What are the sergeant responsibilities after an OIS?
Proceed to scene.
Obtain a safety statement from the involved deputies.
Remove and/or separate involved deputy(ies) from the immediate scene as soon as practical.
Assume immediate supervision of occurrence until arrival of Homicide Unit personnel.
Confirm via Communications Center that the Patrol or Detective Lieutenant and the affected captain or
station/facility commander has been notified and is en route to the scene and that the appropriate on-call
Homicide Unit Sergeant is notified.
Assign appropriate personnel to take the necessary Crime Report of the incident.
What are the supervisor's duties for a deputy involved traffic collision?
Supervisor will respond to the scene (in death or severe injury collisions)
Conduct an on-scene investigation
Review and approve reports, forward necessary reports to Traffic Coordinator
Conduct an investigation to determine if the collision is chargeable or non-chargeable.
What are the Internal Affairs complaint conclusions?
SUSTAINED - A true finding supported by facts.
NOT SUSTAINED - Facts revealed do not substantiate the allegation, insufficient evidence available.
UNFOUNDED - Not true. Actions alleged did not occur.
EXONERATED - Allegation is true but actions were lawful.
RESOLVED - No other method available to close case.
(Examples - Unable to locate complainant,
employee has separated from employment, etc.
What are the alternative methods of reporting harassment an employee can
use?
If circumstances dictate other action, employees may go to ANY supervisor to report the complaint.
Alternative methods of reporting are available to employees through the following agencies:
Employee Relations Division
San Diego Sheriff's Department Internal Affairs Unit
San Diego County Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC)
California State Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH)
Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
At what type of lineup does a suspect have a right to request his attorney be
present?
Physical line-up
When must a juvenile be read his Miranda rights?
Whenever a juvenile is taken into temporary custody under the provisions of W&I §§ 601 or 602, the juvenile
must be admonished of his Constitutional Rights per the San Diego Sheriff’s Department Admonishment
Statement. The waiver of these rights need not be requested until the juvenile is to be questioned about a
specific offense.
RULE: Prior to a custodial interrogation, and before the waiver of Miranda rights, a youth 15 years or
younger (15 and 364 days) shall consult with legal counsel in person, by phone, or video conference. The
consultation cannot be waived.
EXCEPTION: Does not apply when (1) the officer reasonably believed the information he/she sought was necessary to protect life or property from imminent threat AND (2) The questions were limited to those
questions that were reasonably necessary to obtain that information.
How many days does an employee have to file a grievance?
45 days from the event
Employee must file complaint within 14 days of informal discussion and then supervisor has 14 days to
respond
Then employee has seven days to file an appeal to progress to next level
When responding to a situation of civil unrest, what are the three primary goals of the responding units?
• Containment: Confine the incident to the smallest possible area.
• Isolation: Prevent further civil disorder by cordoning off the area and denying access to those individuals
who are not involved.
• Dispersal: Disperse the incident and take appropriate law enforcement action against law violators.
What is the primary responsibility of the Critical Incident Review Board?
The purpose of this board is to consult with department legal counsel when an incident occurs which may
give rise to litigation. The focus of the CIRB will be to assess the department’s civil exposure as a result of a
given incident. The CIRB will carefully review those incidents from multiple perspectives, including training,
tactics, policies, and procedures with the ultimate goal of identifying problem areas and recommending
remedial actions so that potential liability can be avoided in the future.
What is CLERB?
Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board
When an outside agency requests assistance in serving a search/arrest
warrant or conducting a 4th waiver search or parole search where forced
entry is anticipated...
...the supervisor (or representative) from the requesting agency will meet with a Sheriff’s supervisor to
discuss the proposed mission prior to any enforcement action.
The Sheriff’s supervisors will review the written operational plan prepared by the requesting agency to
ensure that all “high risk” issues have been appropriately addressed as set forth in the Sheriff’s High Risk
Entry Check List (Form SO-101), and that all deputies are appropriately deployed.
The Sheriff’s supervisor may decline to participate if the requesting agency’s plans for the execution of the
mission do not meet established Sheriff’s Department standards for the operation.
It is recognized that, on occasion, personnel may be requested to assist other law enforcement agencies
during exigent situations where strict compliance with this policy could adversely impact the safety of others.
Personnel will not be expected to comply with this policy if doing so would delay or hamper their ability to
prevent human death or injury.
Exigent circumstances involving the threat of evidence destruction alone
shall not be grounds for noncompliance.
What does a deputy need to provide if taking sick leave for more than five
days?
For sworn employees who have used fifty-six (56) or more hours of sick leave in a calendar year, each
subsequent request for more than five (5) workdays of sick leave shall be accompanied by a physician’s
verification or other evidence satisfactory to the appointing authority, which demonstrates the employee’s
incapacity to work or necessity to be absent.
According to the MOA, how many days prior to a shift change must a deputy
be advised of the change to his shift?
14 days
Daily patrol briefings shall, at a minimum, accomplish the following:
Advising deputies of information regarding daily patrol activities, with particular attention given to unusual
situations including any changes in the status of wanted persons, vehicles or major investigations, or other
potential law enforcement hazard(s)
Advising deputies of significant incidents that occurred in their area of responsibility during their days off.
Identifying problem areas based upon information-led policing, data gathered from crime analysis, including
patrol logs, citizens and community groups. Discussions for this item should emphasize leveraging of
COPPS techniques to resolve the problem areas.
Advising deputies of changes in schedules and/or assignments
Advising deputies of new directives or changes in the Department’s policies and procedures
Evaluation of each deputy’s readiness to assume patrol
Providing deputies with line-up training
Per ICS, if there has been no Operations Section Chief assigned, who is
responsible for actions related to this area?
Incident Commander
Affect vs Effect
Affect is usually a verb, and it means to impact or change. Effect is usually a noun, an effect is the result of
a change.
Advise vs Advice
“advise” (with an S) is a verb that to recommend, or to give information to someone. On the other hand,
“advice” (with a C) is a noun: an opinion or recommendation offered as a guide to action.
Where do you file a claim against the county?
Any person wanting to file a claim against the Sheriff’s Department shall be referred to the Office of County
Counsel, Claims Division, 1600 Pacific Highway, Room 355, San Diego, CA 92101 OR the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, Room 306, County Administration Center, 1600 Pacific Highway.
What is the P&P section pertaining to Discrimination & Sexual Harassment?
Board Policy? HR Policy?
P&P 3.47
Sexual Harassment Policy - Board Policy C-22
Sexual Harassment Compliant Procedure – Human Resources Policy No. 111
During a mass-casualty incident what Annex needs to be activated? Who can
active it?
Annex D is primarily activated by the field responders which can include but are not limited to the on-scene
Incident Commander or first arriving fire/medical personnel (EMT or Paramedic) through the agency’s
communication center or the Facilitating Base Hospital.
The IC or his/her designee shall notify their Communications Center to Alert or Activate Annex D. The
Communications Center will notify the County of San Diego HHSA’s Public Health Preparedness and
Response /Emergency Medical Services (EMS/PHPR) Duty Officer of the MCI and activation of Annex D.
A request to activate Annex D can also come from the County Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Public
Health Officer (PHO), the EMS Administrator, or the EMS/PHPR Duty Officer or their designees. In all
activations, the cumulative impact of one or multiple events should be assessed in the consideration of
additional resource requests from inside or outside of the County.
Each station and facility will have a scheduling system in place that allows
the employee the ability and opportunity to check staffing levels on the date
and shift for which they desire to use their compensatory leave balance.
Schedules shall:
Identify the relief factor (i.e. how many per shift may be off on leave).
Be posted at least 14 days in advance with unused opportunities for leave highlighted.
Missing person "at risk" reporting time periods:
If the missing person is under 16 years of age, or there is evidence that the person is "at risk," the deputy
shall without delay contact Records to broadcast a BOL. If the person reported missing is under 21 years of
age, or if there is evidence that the person is at risk, the Records Division receiving the report shall, within 2
hours after receipt of the report, transmit the report to the Department of Justice for inclusion in the Violent
Crime Information Center and the National Crime Information Center databases. The 2 hour time starts from
the time CAD incident was entered. If the request for a report was made by a citizen contact absent a CAD
incident, the 2 hour time limit commences at the time of initial contact. If the missing person is suffering from
Alzheimers/Dementia, Adult Protective Services (APS) should be notified (800-510-2020) even if
immediately located. The notification of APS should be indicated in the narrative of the missing person
report.
Missing person reports are sent to homicide after how many days? What
additional form are area detectives responsible for completing?
Area detectives are responsible for the first thirty (30) days of unknown missing or voluntary missing adult
cases and the completion of the Missing Persons Investigation Supplemental (form INV-12); such cases
then revert to the Homicide Unit.
Patrol vehicles are required to have what items inside?
First aid supplies:
2 Adhesive tape 1"
2 Adhesive bandage 1"
1 Ammonia inhalant
6 Sanitary napkins (super)
2 Triangular bandages
6 Gauze pads (4" x 4") 12 ply
2 Roller bandage (2" x 6 yds)
1 Pair scissors
2 Plastic emergency blankets
Traffic investigation supplies:
1 Roll-o-tape
1 Marking crayon
2 cases Flares (Standard or electronic lighting device)
Patrol investigation supplies:
1 Shovel
1 Spare tire
1 100' rope
2 Blankets
1 Fire extinguisher
2 Cases Flares (Standard or electronic lighting device)
The Sheriff’s Department is required by law to notify the Occupational Safety
and Health Administration (OSHA) of any reported industrial accidents. When
a deputy is dispatched to the scene of an industrial accident, the deputy shall:
first evaluate the situation.
If a death or serious injury has occurred at the scene of the industrial accident, the deputy will immediately
notify OSHA by phone whenever possible. If no phone communication is available, notification will be made
via the Communications Center. OSHA will make the decision whether or not their investigators should
respond to the accident.
The reporting party shall include the following information, if available:
a. Time and date of accident.
b. Employer's name, address and telephone number.
c. Name and job title, or badge number of person reporting the accident.
d. Address of site of accident or event.
e. Name of person to contact at site of accident.
f. Name and address of injured employee(s).
g. Nature of injury.
h. Location where injured employee(s) was (were) moved to.
i. List and identity of other law enforcement agencies present at the site of accident.
j. Description of accident and whether the accident scene or
instrumentality has been altered.
In the event of a death, the deputy will conduct a death investigation.
Deputies are required to write a report only on an industrial accident when the victim has expired at
the scene.
There are three classifications of Reserves (Level I, Level II and Level III).
Each classification has its limitations of assignments. Based on classification
of the Reserve Deputy, the station may deploy the Reserve Deputy in any of
the following patrol functions;
enforcement activity
prisoner transports
responding to calls for service
responding as a cover deputy
being a secondary deputy riding in a patrol vehicle
providing security checks
traffic control
taking reports of minor crimes and issuing traffic or parking citations
When Search & Rescue will/will not come out?
When SAR Will NOT Come Out:
Run away juveniles over the age of 11
Missing in a vehicle (including mass transit)
Voluntary missing adults
Violent suicidal subjects
Walkaways from group or resident care facilities
When SAR WILL Come Out:
Dementia
Autism
Diminished mental capacity (generally)
Children under 12 years old (generally)
Lost/Overdue hikers
High/Low angle rescues
The Penal Code defines “elder” as any person who is ____ years of age or
older. A “dependent adult” is defined as any person who is between the ages
of __________, who has physical or mental limitations which restrict his or
her ability to carry out normal activities or to protect his or her rights,
including but not limited to, persons who have physical or developmental
disabilities or whose physical or mental abilities have diminished because of
age. “Dependent adult” includes any person between the ages of __________
who is admitted as an inpatient to a 24-hour health facility.
65
18 and 64
18 and 64
What additional forms are required when making a domestic violence arrest?
1.) Law enforcement shall complete DV Supplemental (PAT 28) form and attach it to each domestic violence
crime report. This form is extremely helpful to prosecutors, assists in making issuing decisions, and can
serve as useful evidence in trial.
2.) Law enforcement shall complete the Strangulation Documentation form (PAT 31) any time a victim
discloses an act or attempt of strangulation, "choking," or something crossing the victim's neck.
3.) A cross-report to Child Welfare Services is required when a child is a witness or one or both persons
involved are juveniles. A cross-report to Adult Protective Services if applicable.
4.) Receipt and Notice of Confiscation of Weapons form (PAT 29) if firearms were confiscated.
When may you make a misdemeanor arrest?
1. Probable cause to believe the misdemeanor was committed in your presence
2. Arrest warrant
3. Suspect is a Juvenile (whether committed in your presence or not)
4. 23152 VC (whether actually observed violation or not)
5. 12025 PC/12031 PC, Loaded firearm on their person or in vehicle in public
6. 243.5 PC, Battery on school grounds during school hours
7. 836.1 PC, Battery on any firefighter/paramedic/EMT while engaged in duties
8. 243 PC, Domestic violence battery
9. Citizens arrest
10.243 PC, Battery when V-is 65 yrs, and blood relation to the suspect – per 836 PC
Who has the department designated as the processor for CLERB request
investigations?
The Division of Inspectional Services (DIS) shall serve as the Department liaison with the Citizens' Law
Enforcement Review Board (CLERB). All complaints, subpoenas, correspondence, and inquiries from
CLERB shall be referred to the DIS for review and handling.
Department employees shall provide all documents and information requested by the DIS sergeant
designated as the CLERB processor.
Draw the ICS Command Structure...
What do you need to release property seized in a search warrant?
Court Order
What should a supervisor do during an employee performance meeting?
STEP 1: Give the employee a moment to review the material.
STEP 2: Start with a positive achievement.
STEP 3: Discuss needed improvements.
STEP 4: Ask for ideas for making improvements or development.
STEP 5: Give the employee an opportunity to discuss rating.
EXPLAIN THE APPEAL PROCESS
What is the P&P requirement for an employee calling in sick?
Must call in prior to the beginning of the employee's shift for each workday
Who does a deputy have to notify when involved in a traffic collision in a
county vehicle?
Immediately notify the Communications Center regarding injuries, the location and extent of vehicle/property
damage, request a traffic investigation by the responsible agency and request his/her supervisor responds
to the scene.
What is the main purpose of the exclusionary rule?
To prevent unlawful search and seizure
What are the primary duties of patrol?
1. Crime suppression/prevention
2. Criminal identification, information-led policing and apprehension of suspects
3. Response to emergencies, major incidents and disasters
4. Response to routine law enforcement calls for service
5. High visibility directed patrols that emphasize judicious use of citizen contacts, vehicle and pedestrian
stops in the identified geographic problem areas
6. Maintain active working relationships with our criminal analysts and investigators
7. Coordination and cooperation in the exchange of case and criminal information by utilizing
multijurisdictional resources; such as the webbased SDLAW, graffiti tracker and ARJIS, sharing the
information with our allied criminal justice agencies
8. Community relations
When should a pursuit not be initiated or participated in?
1.) Carrying a prisoner, arrestee, or detained person.
2.) Responding to an unrelated emergency call (priority 1).
3.) Carrying certain passengers, such as, explorers, citizen ride-a-long, or during a citizen assist.
4.) Illegal immigration to be the only offense.
What should a deputy not do when a citizen has a complaint about another
deputy?
May attempt to resolve informally (if minor in nature), but cannot discourage or dissuade the complainant
Who is responsible for the Acquisition, Distribution and Maintenance of
chemical agents?
Acquisition - The Special Enforcement Detail (SED)and the Emergency Planning Detail (EPD) will be
responsible for the acquisition of all non-lethal chemical agents, with the exception of OC handheld
canisters under 4 ounces and Department-approved PepperBall system projectiles. EPD will be responsible
for the acquisition of non-lethal chemical agents for the Department’s Mobile Field Force Platoons. OC
canisters under 4 ounces will be furnished by the Department, or deputies may purchase Department
approved handheld aerosol canisters from local distributors. Individual stations are responsible for the
acquisition of PepperBall system munitions.
Distribution - All chemical agents and equipment under the control of SED will either be issued to
authorized personnel or stored at locations approved by the SED Lieutenant. All chemical agents and
equipment under the control of the EPD will be issued to trained and authorized personnel as needed. The
chemical agents will be stored at a location approved by the EPD Lieutenant. The station/facility
commander, or designee, is responsible for providing replacement hand held canisters of OC under 4 oz. to
the appropriate personnel.
Maintenance - Chemical agents shall be inspected annually by a member of SED. This does not include
OC canisters and PepperBall munitions carried by individual deputies. Deputies are responsible for the
condition of their individual OC canisters. Individual stations are responsible for the maintenance of
PepperBall system munitions.
How are sick days used in conjunction with bereavement leave?
Bereavement leave is 3 days, 2 sick days may be used in conjunction for a total of 5
What ICS Command Section is responsible for resources?
Logistics
What are the supervisor’s responsibilities for a "loud party" disturbance
abatement incident?
a. Monitor the situation for any security concerns or threats to the public peace, health, safety or general
welfare.
b. Obtain from deputies the Department’s copies of issued First Response Warning and Second Response
Notice.
c. Compute the total staff-hours spent responding to and remaining at the scene, for cost recovery or as
prescribed by the contract city’s ordinance.
d. Route the computed staff-hour totals and the Department’s copies of the First Response Warning and
Second Response Notice to the administrative sergeant.
If you have an arrest warrant for a suspect who is hiding at a friend's house,
what do you need to be able to enter the house and arrest the suspect?
Consent or a Steagald Warrant
Are deputies allowed to socialize with convicted felons? P&P Section?
2.9 Associations - Employees shall not associate on either a personal or business basis or have dealings
with persons whom they know, or should know, or have reason to believe are, or have been racketeers,
sexual offenders, drug dealers, illegal drug users, illegal gamblers, persons whom the employee suspects,
or should suspect, are involved in felonious activities, convicted felons, persons held in county custody,
felons serving or who have served time in custody, or persons under criminal investigation or indictment,
except as necessary to the performance of official duties, or where unavoidable because of other personal
relationships.
Who does CLERB present finding to?
County Board of Supervisors
Who is in charge of a county-wide mutual aid request?
Sheriff's Department
Every ICS incident must have a verbal or written:
Incident Action Plan
Who is responsible for facilitating the Critical Incident Review Board?
DIS (Division of Inspectional Services)
Who is responsible for vehicle releases?
Release of holds initiated by patrol deputies will be the responsibility of the auto theft investigator assigned
to the same station.
What is the definition of sexual harassment?
Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual
nature, constitutes sexual harassment when:
Submission of such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's
employment;
Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions
affecting such individuals; or,
Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work performance or
creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working environment.
Note: Sexually harassing conduct need not be motivated by sexual desire.
In a use of force incident, what duty does the sergeant not perform?
Sergeant does not impound evidence
Do you need to allow a juvenile to talk with his parents before questioning?
A parent does not have a constitutional right to be with your child during a police interrogation. However,
minors have their own constitutional rights, including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. A
minor can request to have a parent present during questioning and whether or not the request is granted
may bear on the issue of whether incriminating statements were voluntary made.
Would Internal Affairs investigate a frivolous complaint?
No
What is the purpose of the Division of Inspectional Services (DIS) in a critical
incident?
?
Mission Statement
We provide the highest quality public safety service in an effort to make San Diego the safest urban county
in the nation.
Core Values
Honesty
Integrity
Loyalty
Trust
Respect
Fairness
Diversity
What services does S.E.D. provide?
Chemical Agents - Refer to P&P Section 6.66
Crowd Control - Includes situations when gatherings of large groups of people are anticipated and the
potential for civil unrest exists.
Detention Facility Support - SED personnel may be requested to assist with critical incidents within
detention facilities and for incidents involving escaped inmates. SED may also be used to assist in the
transport of high-risk inmates to and from detention facilities.
Court Services Support - SED may be utilized to provide additional security during court proceedings
involving high-risk inmates.
Investigative Support - Investigative support may be requested for a surveillance or stakeout activity, a
large scale crime scene evidence search, witness interviews and decoy or undercover operations, as well
as major case investigative assistance.
Patrol Support - Directed patrol is intended to enable patrol stations to maintain a normal level of service while utilizing SED Deputies to focus upon specific crime problems.
Protection - Personal protection may be provided for dignitaries, witnesses, victims, or informants.
Tactical Support - Tactical support at critical incidents is provided when patrol personnel are not adequately
equipped or trained to apprehend an armed barricaded suspect. These incidents also include hostage
situations, hijacking situations, active shooter events, and suspect sniper events.
Training - SED personnel will provide training pertaining to their designated areas of responsibility and
expertise.
Special Events - SED may be requested to participate in community-relations and recruiting events.
Warrant Service - SED will be contacted to serve a warrant when execution of a warrant by conventional
law enforcement techniques would expose Deputies to extreme and unnecessary danger. The evaluation of
utilizing SED for warrant service is based on criteria established under guidelines listed on Sheriff's Form
SO-101 (High-Risk Entry Checklist).
A telephone request to the SED Sergeant is the most practical and efficient manner for requesting SED. In
an emergency SED may be requested through the Communications Center Watch Commander.
What are the procedures for handling citizen complaints?
Any employee receiving a verbal complaint must decide whether to handle it informally; i.e., verbally, or
document the complaint in writing. Employees may attempt to resolve the complaint, but shall never attempt
to dissuade any citizen from lodging a complaint. If the employee does not believe the complaint has been
handled to the complainants' satisfaction, the employee shall notify their immediate supervisor. The
supervisor will determine the next course of action.
The person receiving the verbal complaint must not handle informally those complaints of a serious nature
and/or those complaints which are not resolved to the complete satisfaction of the complainant. When in
doubt, the person receiving the complaint shall invite the complainant to complete a citizen's complaint form
and forward the original forthwith to Internal Affairs. For the purposes of this section, minor complaints are
generally those which allege discourtesy or improper procedures.
After how long are minor complaints generally not investigated?
Complaints of a minor nature, which are received 30 days or more after the date of the alleged incident, will
generally not be investigated.If a complaint of this nature is received in written form it shall be the
responsibility of Internal Affairs to respond to the complainant. Should the complaint be received orally, the
receiving party shall merely explain our policy to the complainant.
An employee may request a Skelly Conference for any proposed discipline
other than a written reprimand or counseling. The employee shall
have _______ working days in which to request a Skelly Conference. The
Skelly Conference must take place within ______ working days of the request
for the conference. A waiver of the _____ working day limit must be mutually agreeable to both the employee and the conference officer. Failure of the
employee to request a Skelly Conference within the allotted time, or failure to
appear at the designated time and place without just cause, shall constitute a
waiver, and the package will be forwarded to the appropriate level for final
decision via Internal Affairs.
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To whom must the supervisor forward a formal complaint of sexual
harassment?
The employee and/or supervisor will fill out a citizen's complaint form and forward it to the Internal Affairs
Unit for follow-up and investigation.
Who has primary responsibility for investigating traffic collisions involving
sheriff's vehicles?
Every collision occurring in contract cities serviced by Sheriff's stations shall be investigated by that traffic
division.
In cases where only Sheriff’s vehicles, or County property is involved and there are no injuries, the
supervisor can waive the necessity to have a Law Enforcement Accident report made. These collisions
would typically include backing accidents into our own vehicles, gates, walls or property.
What factors should be considered when initiating a traffic pursuit?
1.) Seriousness of the offense
2.) Safety of the public and the pursuing deputy
3.) Traffic conditions (pedestrian and vehicles)
4.) Weather conditions
5.) Roadway conditions
6.) Location (familiarity of area)
7.) Speed
8.) Time of day
9.) Capabilities of vehicles involved
10.) Quality of radio communications
11.) Juvenile occupant(s) of pursued vehicles
12.) Capabilities/conditions of involved personnel
What are the supervisor's responsibilities in instances where the suspect is
wounded or killed?
1.) Proceed to scene. Obtain a safety statement from the involved deputies.
2.) Remove and/or separate involved deputy(ies) from the immediate scene as soon as practical.
3.) Assume immediate supervision of occurrence until arrival of Homicide Unit personnel.
4.) Confirm via Communications Center that the Patrol or Detective Lieutenant and the affected captain or
station/facility commander has been notified and is en route to the scene and that the appropriate on-call
Homicide Unit Sergeant is notified.
5.) Assign appropriate personnel to take the necessary Crime Report of the incident.
A Crime/Incident Report shall be completed for the following Uniform Crime
Reporting part-one, part-two crimes, and listed incidents:
Part 1 Crimes:
Homicide
Rape
Robbery
Assault, Felony and Misdemeanor
Burglary
Larceny/Theft, Felony and Misdemeanor
Auto Theft
Arson
Part 2 Crimes:
All other reported felony crimes
All other reported misdemeanor crimes
Incidents (non-crimes)
Domestic Violence Incidents
Lost/Found Property
Death Investigations (Includes industrial accidents if death occurs)
According to the department's CSQUIP Leadership Charter, we as a team
create an environment that challenges, processes, and encourages people.
We inspire a shared vision that and enable others to act. What are the ways
that we can accomplish this?
Leading by example
Being open and honest
Honoring commitments
Making informed decisions
Encouraging leadership at all levels
Employee recognition
What are the signs and symptoms associated with Sudden Death Syndrome?
• Tremors
• Convulsions
• Seizures
• Delirium
• Hallucinations - visual (seeing things), tactile (feeling bugs on the skin), auditory
Sexual Favors - Sexual advances which condition an employment benefit in exchange for sexual favors, or
which may be perceived as such. Usually known as "quid pro quo" or "this for that" involving a person in a
position of power over another.
Who can sexual harassment be report to?
Whenever possible, complainants should first be directed to the employee's immediate supervisor. If
circumstances dictate other action, employees may go to ANY supervisor to report the complaint.
Employee's rights regarding discrimination and sexual harassment?
1.) The right to a work environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment.
2.) The right to a full, impartial, and prompt investigation by management or a designee of a complaint
regarding discrimination and/or sexual harassment.
3.) The right to a timely decision on a complaint after the full investigation has been completed.
4.) The right to file a complaint of discrimination or sexual harassment in employment with the State
Department of Fair Employment and Housing and/or Federal Equal Opportunity Commission without
seeking resolution through the Department.
5.) The right to file a complaint or be a witness to a complaint without fear of employer or employee
retaliation.
6.) The right to confidentiality to the extent allowable in the normal scope of conducting an investigation.
Employee's role and responsibility regarding sexual harassment?
1.) Make it absolutely clear that you are not interested in or flattered by uninvited, unwelcome discriminatory
behavior, sexual advances or other inappropriate behavior.
2.) When appropriate, warn the harasser that the particular behavior is offensive and unwelcome. Be
specific in advising the harasser about what conduct is offensive and unwelcome. Make it clear that you will
take official action if the behavior continues. If you foresee a problem, document the incident.
3.) If the harassing behavior continues, notify your immediate supervisor or any supervisor, up to and
including the Sheriff's Office, and document the notification. It is the employee's responsibility to bring
discrimination and sexual harassment behavior to the attention of a supervisor to ensure proper follow-up
action.
Supervisor's role and responsibility regarding sexual harassment?
1.) It is the responsibility of all supervisors to establish and maintain a working environment which is free
from discriminatory intimidation, ridicule, and insult.
2.) Individual supervisors are responsible to report and/or effectively resolve all known discrimination and/or
sexual harassment incidents.
3.) Any supervisor who is informed or becomes aware of a suspected discrimination and/or sexual
harassment incident shall take prompt corrective action.
4.) It is the supervisor's obligation to document all incidents, and action taken thereafter, involving
allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment. Whether the complaining party requests formal or
informal action, the supervisor must follow through, either by the formal complaint process or by
admonishing the harasser and documenting the incident.
Within the guidelines of its case responsibility, the Homicide Unit shall be
informed immediately of any of the following incidents:
Homicides, suspicious or unexplained deaths.
Deaths of prisoners.
Crimes where the victim’s death is probable.
Adult kidnappings when the victim is still believed to be held hostage at the time of the report.
All officer involved shootings. (NOT including unintended discharges without injury, dispatching of animals or
shooting of aggressive animals).
Unintended discharges by on duty sworn personnel resulting in injuries or death to any individual.
Deputy involved use of force incidents that result in death or a high probability of death.
Unexpected or sudden infant deaths.
Any unexplained death or where death is likely, of any person under the age of 18. An additional notification
shall be made to the Sheriff's Child Abuse on call sergeant.
Suicides involving -
All juveniles.
High profile individuals.
Public figures.
Witnessed suicides, if suspicious in nature.
With certain exceptions, disciplinary actions against peace officers must be
recommended within __________ of the discovery of the conduct supporting
the charges (GC 3304(c)).
one year (P&P 3.3)
Organizational Vision
We earn the respect and confidence of the public as a professional public safety organization. We are
innovative and responsive to those we serve and work in partnership with our communities. We attract and
retain highly competent and diverse employees.
The first deputy(s) on the scene of a major incident/crime scene shall be
responsible for what tasks?
1. Ensure human safety (call for medical aide/administer first aide/prevent risk to emergency responders
and the public)
2. Apprehend suspects
3. Separate shooters
4. Establish perimeter/restrict access to scene
5. Preserve physical evidence
6. Maintain log of all persons who entered the scene for witness list
7. Make notifications (Communications Center/Supervisor)
8. Identify, separate and interview witnesses and victims
9. Identify suspects
10. Broadcast a B.O.L. if the suspect(s) are not detained
11. Remain alert for spontaneous statements made by suspect(s)
12. Prepare reports
An "At Risk" missing person is one who:
1.) Is the victim of a crime or foul play
2.) Is in need of medical attention or medicine to sustain life
3.) Has no pattern of running away or disappearing
4.) Is the victim of a family abduction
5.) Is mentally impaired
6.) Voluntary or involuntary missing children under the age of 12
AMBER ALERT - The Patrol Supervisor will prepare a brief (less than 2
minute) announcement that will be transmitted to the Communications Center
Watch Commander via fax or e-mail. The announcement should include the
following information:
A child has reportedly been abducted
Where the abduction took place
When the abduction took place
A description of the child
A description of the abductor
A description of any vehicle involved
The last known direction of travel
The telephone number to public response
A statement that no action should be taken other than to inform police
What is needed for a forced blood draw?
Absent articulable exigent circumstances, if a forced blood draw is needed, a SEARCH WARRANT needs
to be obtained prior to the blood being drawn. Or the suspect has a valid 4th waiver.
Can a forced blood draw be conducted when the crime is a misdemeanor
charge?
Forced blood draws will not be conducted when the crime is a misdemeanor charge unless there is a valid
4th waiver in place. 11550 H&S, 647(f) (drugs) P.C. no longer meet the requirements for forced blood draws
on subjects without 4th waivers. D.U.I. is the one misdemeanor charge where a forced blood draw can be
conducted by obtaining a search warrant. 1524 P.C. was amended January 1st 2014 to allow for the
issuance of a search warrant to authorize the blood draw from a person in a reasonable, medically
approved manner when the sample constitutes evidence that tends to show that the person has driven a
motor vehicle under the influence.
For a work related injury what forms are needed for Document Only:
MLU-4 Report of Occupational Injury
RM-3 Supervisor Investigation
For a work related injury what forms are needed for Full Work Comp Claim:
MLU-4 Report of Occupational Injury
RM-3 Supervisor Investigation
DWC-1 Employee’s Claim for Workers’ Comp. Benefits
MLU-6 Proof of Service Form
MLU-7 Medical Authorization for Release of Information Service
MLU-8 Non-medical Authorization for Release of Information Service
MLU-1 Medical Disability Status Report
For a work related Exposure what forms are needed:
MLU-4 Report of Occupational Injury
RM-3 Supervisor Investigation
The Workers’ Compensation Code of Regulations requires the treating
physician to provide a progress report every ______ days?
physician to provide a progress report every ______ days?
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The injured employee must be provided an "Employee's Claim for Workers'
Compensation Benefits" Form DWC-1, within _____ hours. In addition, the
employee shall complete the “Report of Occupational Injury (MLU-4)”
worksheet whenever that employee is injured on the job. It is the supervisor's
responsibility to see that the worksheet is "faxed" to the Medical Liaison Unit
no later than __________________ after the injury or illness.
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the next business day
When a Patrol supervisor from the SDSD requests a statewide Amber Alert,
the Communications Center will notify the _________________________, the
agency authorized to initiate such alerts, and request their assistance.
California Highway Patrol
The minimal level of recommended discipline for all chargeable vehicle
collision cases shall be a ___________________.
Written Reprimand
The investigating supervisor shall complete the chargeable investigation in a
timely manner, not to exceed ____ days from the date of the incident unless an extension has been granted by the bureau commander. An estimated cost
of the damage to the county vehicle must also be included in the
investigation.
If the collision was determined to be "non-chargeable", then proceed with
completing a non-chargeable Employee Accident Investigation, and route it
through the chain of command. All non-chargeable collision investigations
shall be completed and sent to the Traffic Coordinator within ____ days of the
incident unless an extension has been granted by the bureau commander.
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The supervisor will complete and present written evaluations to employees
within ___ days from the close of the rating period.
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What factors should be considered in deciding to respond Code 3:
Type or nature of the incident
Traffic and pedestrian congestion;
Time of day
Road and weather conditions
Telephone Rights of Juveniles in Custody
Whenever a deputy takes a juvenile into temporary custody and transports that juvenile to a place of
confinement, such as a substation, station or Juvenile Hall, the juvenile will be advised of the right to make
at least two telephone calls. The arresting deputy has the responsibility to provide the opportunity for the
juvenile to complete these telephone calls. These phone calls will be offered within one hour after the
juvenile is taken into custody at a place of confinement. All local calls are at the expense of the Department,
and will be made in the presence of a Sheriff’s Department employee to ensure the juvenile is calling a
parent, guardian, responsible relative, lawyer or employer. (627 W.I.)
Factors to consider in determining a pursuit should be discontinued are the
same factors used in pursuit initiation, plus:
Wrong side of divided highway against oncoming traffic.
Driving the wrong way on a divided highway presents a high degree of risk to the deputy, other motorists,
and the suspect. (generally prohibited);
Proximity to the pursued vehicle/location of the pursued vehicle is no longer known;
Identification of suspects is known; able to apprehend at a later time.
Presence of aerial support.
For all cases that remain open beyond _____ days the primary detective
SHALL make an entry into the "Case Review" indicating why the case remains
open. This entry shall take
place on or before the ______ day.
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Detective sergeants shall monitor open cases to ensure detectives are
reviewing cases within the _____ day period. Detective sergeants will use the
Detective Review of Open Cases custom report within NetRMS reports as a
management tool to ensure compliance. Detective sergeants must export
the Detective Review of Open Cases to a .pdf file and forward the report to his
or her lieutenant by the ______ day of each month. The lieutenant shall
forward the report to his or her captain for further review.
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Case clearances include:
Arrest
Exception
Unfounded
Suspended
Arrest
Submitted DA
No Pros
Unfounded
Department Closure
To City Attorney
DA Reject
Located Missing Person
Cancel Case Number
IA investigations time frames over one year? why can they go longer?
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The appeal process for members of this Department is as follows:
Written Reprimand
Written reprimands are not appealable to the Civil Service Commission.
However, within thirty ______ days of
receipt of the reprimand, the employee may submit to the fourth level
supervisor a written response to the
reprimand. After review by the fourth level supervisor, the written response
will be attached to the reprimand
and filed in the employee's discipline file. The fourth level supervisor, after
review of the written response may
elect an alternate course of action in lieu of the written reprimand.
Further review of a written reprimand may be pursued through the grievance
procedure applicable to the employee's classification. (Refer to the Civil
Service Rules, Rule VII, Section 7.3(c).)
NOTE: Grievance procedures are set forth in the M.O.A. for each
classification, and subject to change during annual negotiations.
Suspensions and Pay Step Reductions
Suspensions and temporary pay step reductions are appealable according to
the following criteria:
Permanent Employees: Have a right to a Skelly Conference and may appeal to
the Civil Service Commission. This includes permanent employees who are in
the probationary period following a promotion.
Probationary Employees: Have a right to a Skelly Conference only.
Demotion
Demotions are appealable according to the following criteria:
Permanent Employees: Have a right to a Skelly Conference and may appeal
the discipline to the Civil Service Commission.
Probationary Employees: Have a right to a Skelly Conference only. This
includes permanent employees who are in the probationary period following a
promotion.
Termination
Terminations are appealable according to the following criteria: Permanent
Employees Permanent employees, including those serving probationary
periods following a promotion, have a right to a Skelly Conference and may
appeal the discipline to the Civil Service Commission.
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What is the highest level of IA appeal?
Civil Service Commission
The _______________________ is provided and managed by the California
Emergency Management Agency (Cal EMA). It enhances the ability of law
enforcement agencies to communicate on common frequencies during
emergencies and other special operations.
California Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Radio System (CLEMARS)
SEMS
Standardized Emergency Management System
Can a juvenile come in contact with an adult while in custody?
No physical or sustained sight or sound contact between juveniles in detention and incarcerated adults is to
occur. In situations where brief or accidental contact may occur, such as booking or facility movement,
facility staff (trained in the supervision of inmates) shall maintain a constant, side-by-side presence with the
minor or the adult to prevent sustained contact. (Title 15, Article 9, Section 1144).
Per Welfare and Institutions Code 208(a) When any person under 18 years of age is detained in or
sentenced to any institution in which adults are confined, it shall be unlawful to permit such person to come
or remain in contact, with such adults.
A juvenile who is taken into custody for a law violation, but who is under ___
years of age, or is not believed to be a security risk, may be placed in
temporary custody, but the custody must be non-secure.
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A juvenile in temporary custody must have adequate supervision which, at
minimum, includes __________________________ .
constant personal visual observation
Status offenders (W&I § 601) abused, neglected or any child described in W&I
§ 300, may only be held in _____________ detention while in a Sheriff’s
facility.
non-secure
The following must be made available to all juveniles held in non-secure
detention:
Reasonable access to toilets and washing facilities.
One nutritious snack, upon request, during the term of temporary custody if the juvenile has not eaten within
4 hours or is otherwise in need of nourishment.
Reasonable access to drinking water.
Privacy during visits with family, guardian and/ or legal counsel
Males and females are not to be placed in the same room, unless they are under constant visual
supervision by facility staff.
A juvenile cannot be held in excess of a total of _____ hours in temporary
custody. This time is a total time of secure and non-secure detention.
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California law prohibits the secure confinement of juveniles in Sheriff’s
facilities unless the juvenile meets all of the following criteria:
The juvenile is 14 years of age, or older, and
The juvenile is taken into temporary custody on the basis of having committed a criminal law violation (per
W&I § 602), and
The deputy apprehending the juvenile has a reasonable belief that the juvenile presents a serious security
risk of harm to self or others. Factors considered when determining if the juvenile presents a serious
security risk to self or others are:
Age, maturity, and delinquent history
Severity of offense
Juvenile’s behavior
Availability of sufficient staff to provide adequate supervision and protection of the juvenile, and
The age, type and number of other individuals detained at the facility.
A juvenile that qualifies for secure detention must be afforded the same care
as juveniles held in non-secure detention and, in addition, the detention must
also conform to the following conditions:
Juveniles must be informed at the time they are placed in secure detention, the purpose of placement, the
expected duration of the placement and the maximum six (6) hour total time limit on secure and non-secure
detention. (W&I 207.1)
The juvenile must be adequately supervised. If in a locked room, the supervision must include, at a
minimum, constant auditory access to staff and unscheduled visual observation, no less than every thirty
minutes.
Juveniles in locked rooms must be provided blankets and clothing, if necessary. They must be permitted to
retain or wear their personal clothing unless it is inadequate, presents a health problem, or is required as
evidence.
Juveniles outside of a locked enclosure may be secured to a stationary object for no more than thirty (30)
minutes, and every thirty minutes thereafter upon approval of the watch commander. A staff person must be
present at all times. Written documentation is required for continued secure detention. Juveniles who are
secured to a stationary object should be moved to a locked room, when available.
Each station/facility must maintain a written record or log for the purpose of
recording juvenile detention data and documenting the length of secure
detention. The arresting deputy shall record:
The name of the arrested juvenile
The name of the arresting or custodial deputy
The date and time placed in secure detention
The date and time removed from secure detention
The offense which is the basis for the original detention and the reasons and circumstances forming the
basis for the decision to place the juvenile in secure detention
Intoxicated juveniles who are detained are at risk for serious medical
consequences. Intoxicated and Substance Abusing Juveniles must:
When an intoxicated or substance abusing juvenile is detained, the deputy must maintain and document
constant personal supervision and evaluation of the juvenile
If the intoxicated juvenile is placed in secure detention, the juvenile must be personally observed at a
minimum of every 15 minutes and the observation shall be documented.
Juveniles who could be described as intoxicated to a level that they are unable to care for themselves, need to be transported to a hospital by the transporting deputy for medical treatment and clearance. A juvenile
who is intoxicated but not to the above level, does not require a medical clearance
A forced blood draw needs to meet the following criteria:
The suspect has been lawfully arrested.
AND
The arresting deputy has probable cause to believe that the suspect’s blood has evidence related to the
prosecution.
AND
Has obtained a search warrant.
OR
The suspect has a valid 4th waiver.
All hands-on forced blood draws will...
...be videotaped if a video camera is available.
Can deputies/CSO's use the BWC if they have not completed the required
training?
No
Can a deputy allow a citizen to review BWC recordings?
Not typically but deputy discretion is allowed to replay a recording for a citizen at the scene in order to
mitigate possible minor complaints.
Are deputies allowed to pair the BWC to personal phones or other personal
smart devices?
This is prohibited unless authorized by a supervisor.
Are deputies/community service officers required to give notice that they are
recording, whether in public areas or private residences?
No. However, if asked, the deputy /CSO may advise the citizen they are being recorded.
Do deputies and Sheriff's supervisors involved in an administrative
investigation of a member of the Sheriff's Department need to inform
witnesses they are being recorded?
Yes
Deputies/CSO's shall activate BWC to record all law enforcement related
contacts. While away from department facilities shall keep their BWC powered
on and in stand-by-mode. True or False?
True
List law enforcement related contacts: for bwc etc
1.) Traffic stop
2.) Field Interviews
3.) Vehicle tows
4.) Issuing of citations
5.) Issuing of parking tickets
6.) Detentions
7.) Arrests
8.) Serving court orders or civil papers
9.) Investigative interviews
10.) Consensual encounters
11.) Private person-initiated contacts of a confrontational nature
List specific acceptable uses of BWC.
Capturing crimes in-progress
Maintaining evidence for presentation in court
Documenting initial department response, discovery of evidentiary items and actions of the Department
pursuant to an investigation
Aiding in the documentation of victim, witness or suspect statements pursuant to a criminal investigation and
the on-scene response and/or document advisement of rights
Are deputies in plain clothes assignments required to wear BWCs?
No. However, they will use a BWC when working or assigned to a uniformed patrol assignment. (UC
detectives will use a BWC during the service of search warrants, arrest warrants and 4th waiver searches)
Scenario: AREA detectives are serving a search warrant on a large house
somewhere in the county of San Diego. Detectives wear civilian clothing with
Sheriff's green external vests during the service of the warrant and clearing
the residence. There are no persons present at the search and the scene is
safe. Detectives anticipating the search will last several hours and knowing
the scene is safe, remove their external vests.
Are the detectives able to remove their external vests for the remainder of the
search? If so, what must the detectives consider when removing their
external vests? Can detectives wear BWC s while not in uniform?
Yes, once the scene is safe and at the discretion of the operation supervisor; however, BWCs must be
utilized for the duration of the search. A BWC can be worn when one is not wearing a Sheriff's uniform to
document a search.
When using BWC to record suspect interviews deputies shall ensure they
record any admonishment prior to the start of the interview. True or False?
True
BWCs can be used to record non-work-related activity.
False
List areas BWCS shall not be used to record:
Pre-shift briefings
Department locker rooms/restrooms
Report writing rooms
Tactical briefings
BWCs shall never be used to record during court proceedings.
BWCs shall NOT be used during court room proceedings: however, a deputy should activate the BWC
during an emergency situation inside the courtroom and during any activity deemed by the deputy to be
enforcement related.
The intentional recording of confidential informants and undercover deputies
is prohibited. True or False?
TRUE, unless authorized by a supervisor.
Deputies/CSOs shall not record patients during medical or psychological
evaluations by a clinician or similar professional or during treatment, except
when necessary by law or to preserve evidence. This includes during PERT
clinician interviews. TRUE or FALSE?
True
Deputies/CSOs shall not record while in a facility whose primary purpose is to
provide psychiatric services unless responding to a radio call involving a
suspect who is still present or transporting an arrestee to a psychiatric facility? T/F
TRUE (Regardless of the setting, deputies confronting a violent or assaultive suspect, or anticipating using
force, shall activate their BWCs to record the encounter)
Deputies/CSOs shall record victim/witness interviews. Deputies are not
allowed to turn off BWCs if the victim/witness refuses to provide a statement
with the camera on. TRUE or FALSE?
FALSE - The deputy may shut off the recorder if the witness/victim does not want to provide a statement
with it on only after adhering to the following procedure:
Before turning off the recorder, the deputy shall verbally notate on the recorder the reason for shutting it off
and the time it is shut off.
During the interview, if it becomes appropriate to reactivate the recorder, the deputy will immediately or as
soon as practical, do so.
Deputies shall document in NetRMS that the BWC was turned off and the reasons why.
BWC video evidence can be accessed and viewed by any deputy. TRUE or
FALSE?
FALSE (BWC evidence may only be accessed by those with a specific need to access it in order to
accomplish a task related to their current assignment)
Are deputies allowed to review their own BWC recordings as a resource to aid
them in preparing written report?
Yes, with the exception of a public safety statement, deputies involved in a critical incident shall be allowed
to review their own recordings of the incident prior to giving a statement.
Can a deputy review the BWC video of other involved deputies prior to writing
a report or giving a statement?
No, unless necessary for evidentiary purposes and with the express permission of a supervisor.
During circumstances that require the immediate retrieval of a digital
recording (OIS, department involved accidents with serious injury)
supervisors shall ensure the BWC system is secured and maintain the chain
of custody. TRUE or FALSE?
TRUE (Following a safety statement, the on-scene sergeant will collect the BWC system of any involved
deputies for the investigators.)
If a deputy is injured and unable to provide information can their BWC camera
system be viewed by any on scene deputy for the purpose of gaining critical
investigative information?
Yes
If an edited copy of digital BWC evidence is needed a copy of the original file
shall be made, and only the copy shall be edited. TRUE or FALSE?
True
Who has the authority to approve the use of BWC video for training
purposes?
The Human Resources Assistant Sheriff or his designee
Deputies/CSOs shall be provided with at least _____ days notice before BWC
video made by them or capturing their image or voice is authorized to be used
for training.
30 days (After notice is given, the Training Lieutenant shall obtain approval from the Chain of Command and
Sheriff's Legal prior to department-wide distribution)
Can BWC video be provided to other law enforcement agencies for official law
enforcement use?
Yes, this is permitted and should be handled by the primary deputy or detective associated with the incident
or case. One may document the release of BWC video to another LE agency within the CaseNotes section
of NetRMS and be applied as a "MISC" tag in Axon Commander. One should document the following
information when sharing BWC video with another law enforcement agency:
Name of LE Agency
Individual requesting the BWC video and their ID number
Case number or event number for other LE agency's investigation
Per section 3303 of the California Code Section when a public safety officer is
under investigation and subjected to interrogation by his commanding officer,
or any other member of the employing public safety department all questions directed to the public safety officer under interrogation shall be asked by and
through no more than ___ interrogators at one time.
Two
The public safety officer under investigation shall be informed prior to the
interrogation the following information:
The rank,
name and command of the officer in charge of the interrogation
The interrogating officers and,
All other persons to be present during the interrogation
Per section 3303 of the California Government Code Section when a public
safety officer is under investigation and subjected to interrogation by his
commanding officer, or any other member of the employing public safety
department the following must be adhered to by the investigating officer:
The interrogation shall be conducted at a reasonable hour (For the officer being investigated. Preferably at a
time when the officer is on duty or during normal working hours)
If the interrogation does occur during off-duty time the officer shall be compensated for any off-duty time in
accordance with regular department procedures.
The officer shall be informed of the nature of the investigation prior to any interrogation.
The interrogation session shall be for a reasonable period of time taking into consideration the gravity and
complexity of the issue being investigated.
The person being investigated shall be allowed to attend to his or her own personal physical necessities.
The person under interrogation shall not be subjected to offensive language or be threatened with punitive
action.
No promise of reward shall be made to induce an answer to a question.
The complete interrogation of a public safety officer may be recorded. If a
tape recording is made of the interrogation the public safety officer shall have
access to the tape if any further proceedings are contemplated or prior to any
further interrogation. TRUE or FALSE?
True
Is the public safety officer entitled to a transcribed copy of any notes made by
a stenographer or to any reports or complaints made by investigators or other
persons?
Yes, except those which are deemed to be confidential. No notes or reports that are deemed confidential
may be entered in the officer's personnel file.
Does the public safety officer being interrogated have the right to bring his
own recording device and record all aspects of the interrogation?
Yes
If prior to or during the interrogation of a public safety officer it is deemed
that he may be charged with a criminal offense, he shall be immediately
informed of his constitutional rights. TRUE or FALSE?
True
Per section 3306 of the California Government Code Section a public safety
officer shall have ____ days within which to file a written response to any
adverse comment entered in his personnel file. Such written response shall
be attached to and shall accompany the adverse comment.
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Per section 3307 of the California Government Code Section NO public safety
officer shall be compelled to submit to a polygraph against his will. TRUE or
FALSE?
TRUE (If the officer refuses to take the polygraph this can NOT be mentioned anywhere in the investigators
report)
Per section 3309 of the California Government Code section, NO public safety
officer shall have his locker, or other space for storage that may be assigned
to him search except:
In his presence
Or with his consent
Or unless a valid search warrant has been obtained
Or where he has been notified that a search will be conducted
The Peace Officer Bill of Rights can be found under:
California Government Code Sections 3300-3311
The _________________ shall be the primary news
media liaison for issues of department-wide significance.
Public Affairs Division
When any unit of the _____________________ is on scene and investigating
an incident that meets their case responsibility, they will be responsible for
the handling of press releases.
Major Crimes Division
The Public Affairs Division may be utilized for a variety of functions including,
but not limited to
the following:
To serve as a point of contact for department members and for the media regarding law enforcement and
community relations issues.
To release significant information to the media ensuring continuity and proper dissemination in the form of
news releases, personal interviews, or news conferences as appropriate.
To support other department personnel with specialized training and/or assistance when requested. This
includes help with preparations for an on-camera interview or writing news releases.
To respond, upon request, to crime, disaster or incident scenes as a means of facilitating and/or
coordinating the timely flow of information to the media.
The ______________________________ shall coordinate the release of
information to the news media regarding major incidents, major crimes or
other newsworthy events for inclusion and dissemination in the morning
report and website.
Sheriff's Communications Center Watch Commander or designee
____________________ are responsible for the dissemination of follow-up
investigation information. Except as otherwise provided in this policy, no
other member of the Department shall release any information pertaining to
cases which are under investigation. Previously disseminated news releases
by the Department may be reiterated by any department member.
Detective Unit supervisors
Are news media representatives exempt from entering accident and disaster
scenes?
Yes. News media representatives are exempt from this restriction. (P.C. 409.5.(d)) After being advised of
any existing danger, authorized members of the news media are to be permitted free movement in the area
as long as they do not hamper, deter, or interfere with law enforcement or public safety functions.
Department members shall not decline the rescue of news media personnel who are in danger but they will
not provide an escort into or out of dangerous areas.
Can news media representatives enter a crime scene?
No, unless at the direction of the on-site supervisor. Crime scenes may be closed to all unauthorized
persons including the news media. News media representatives have no greater right of access to private
property than the general public and therefore are subject to any access restrictions made by the owner or
person in charge of the property. Reporters and/or photographers shall be kept sufficiently distant from a
crime scene to protect it from being disturbed while affording reasonable access.
Can news media representatives enter the scene of a Sheriff's Department
tactical operation?
The news media shall be allowed access to the best possible safe location as determined by the incident
commander.
The Public Records Act and Government Code Section ___________ require
that specific information be released to the public. The categories of
information that must be released are:
6254(f)
Activity Logs:
Date, time, nature, and location of all incidents or requests for service.
What action taken, if any.
Reporting party's or victim's name, age, and current address, except victims of specific abuse and sex
crimes.
Arrestee Information:
Full name, current address, and occupation.
Date of birth and physical description: sex, height, weight, color of eyes, and hair.
Date and time of arrest.
Location of arrest.
Factual circumstances surrounding arrest.
Date and time of booking.
Amount of bail.
All charges, including warrants and parole or probation holds.
Location where arrestee is being held.
Time and manner of release.
The names of individuals arrested and released pursuant to 849 P.C. shall not routinely be released unless
an inquiry and specific request is made.
Suspect Information (Releasable information prior to arrest or charge) Information shall not be released to
the news media of the identity of any suspect, unless this is necessary to aid and assist in the investigation
and in the apprehension, or to warn the public of any dangerous wanted person who is still at large.
Identity of the suspect.
Facts relating to the crime.
Crime/Incident Reports
Names and addresses of victims, arrestees, and witnesses, except confidential informants and victims of
specific abuse and sex crimes.
Description of any property involved.
Date, time, and location of incident.
All diagrams.
Statements of parties involved, except confidential informants.
Factual circumstances surrounding the crime or incident.
General description of any injuries, property, or weapons involved.
Any information necessary to obtain public assistance in the apprehension of a criminal suspect.
Any information warning the public of danger or of the nature and frequency of crime in the community.
Any information which might result in public assistance in any investigation.
Any description of the general scope of an investigation.
Information Regarding an Ongoing Investigation Generally, information is withheld when release would:
Jeopardize successful case investigation.
Endanger a victim, witness or informant.
When release is legally prohibited, except that all information, properly and legally withheld, should be disclosed when the need for withholding it no longer exists.
Traffic Collision Information: Traffic collision reports are confidential except to those parties with a proper
interest (drivers, owner of vehicle, insurance company, etc.). No person other than a party of proper interest
may look at or receive a copy of a collision report. The following information may, however, be released
upon request to the public or media:
Date and time of a collision.
Location of a collision.
Number and makes of vehicles involved.
Number of occupants and extent of injuries, if any.
A factual synopsis of the incident. If an arrest is involved, the provisions listed above shall apply. The names
of juveniles arrested as a result of traffic matters may not be released.
Information Which May Not Be Released to the media.
In order to balance the individual's right to privacy with the public's need for
information, certain "exemptions" to the release of information are specified
in Government Code Section 6254 or interpreted by court decision. These
exemptions include:
Names, Addresses, and Identifying Information of:
Juvenile arrestees, detainees or suspects (under 18 years of age, except for governmental purposes.
Victims of any crime defined by Penal Code Section 261, 264, 264.1, 273a, 273d, 273.5, 286, 288, 288a, or
289.
Confidential Informants.
Individuals taken into custody under Welfare and Institutions Code Section 5150 (Dangerous or gravely
disabled persons).
Criminal offender information. Individuals listed as suspects, but not yet charged nor arrested or "mugshots"
of criminal suspects, except to aid in their capture or to warn the public of any dangerous wanted person
who is still at large.
Copies of "rapsheets" or any information obtained from "rapsheets".
Information that may endanger the safety of any person, including law enforcement personnel.
Information that may jeopardize an investigation, related investigation, or law enforcement proceedings.
Any portion of a report which reflects the analysis, recommendation, or conclusion of the investigating
officer.
Confidential information provided only by a confidential source.
Information that may disclose investigative techniques and/or procedures.
Information that may deprive a person of a fair trial.
Statements or opinions of a suspect's character, criminal record or reputation, except to aid in apprehension
of the suspect.
The existence or content of any admission or confession.
Any refusal by a suspect to make a statement.
The performance or result of any examination or test.
The testimony or credibility of any prospective witness.
Any statement on the possibility of a guilty plea or other charges being filed.
Any information known to be inadmissible as evidence in a trial.
Preliminary drafts, notes or memoranda which are not retained in the ordinary course of business.
Records pertaining to pending litigation to which the public agency is a party until litigation is adjudicated or
otherwise settled.
Personnel, medical or similar files, the disclosure of which would constitute an unwarranted invasion of
privacy.
The names of deceased persons shall not be released to the news media until the next of kin of the
decedent is notified.
Requests for information regarding the status of individuals licensed to carry
concealed weapons (CCW's) or information contained in applications for CCW
licenses shall be directed to the manager of the _______________.
License Division
Release of Reports Relating to Juveniles
Per the Juvenile Court of San Diego, for governmental purposes, law
enforcement agencies in San Diego County may release any information in
their files regarding juveniles to the following:
The parents or guardians of said minor.
Foster parents.
The minor's attorney.
All California District Attorney's offices.
California Bureau of Investigation and Information (CII).
All California law enforcement agencies (including all of the many types of peace officers designated in
Penal Code Sections 830, 830.1, 830.2, 830.4 and 830.9).
All California school systems.
All California Probation Departments.
All California Public Welfare Agencies.
California Youth Authority and its parole agents.
Department of Corrections and its parole agents.
Authorized court personnel.
Any California Court pursuant to subpoena from such court.
Hospitals, schools, camps, job corps, ranches, or placement agencies which require the information for the
placement, treatment or rehabilitation of the juvenile.
The persons entitled thereto under Vehicle Code Sections 20008 - 20012.
Any coroner and/or Medical Examiner Investigator.
San Diego County Community Health and/or its subsidiary.
San Diego County Department of Public Health.
Community referral agencies, whether in or out of California, provided the forwarding law enforcement
agency has first obtained the written consent of the parent or other person having legal custody of the
minor.
San Diego County Department of Revenue and Recovery.
This does not prohibit the release of information about crimes or arrest reports as long as the juvenile's
identity is not disclosed, nor does it apply prior to the juvenile being taken into custody.
Media representatives shall be permitted to obtain photocopies of Activity
Logs, Arrest Reports and Crime/Incident Reports, except information not
subject to disclosure. Copies of ________________________ may not be released to the media unless the representative qualifies as a party of proper
interest.
traffic collision reports
Access to Department Reports by News Media
To fulfill the requirements of statutory law and to keep the public informed on
law enforcement-related issues, basic information will be released to the
media, upon request, in as timely a manner as possible as set forth in this
policy.
The following documents shall generally be made available for public
examination:
Activity Logs
Arrest Reports
Crime/Incident Reports
The photographing of inmate(s) in custody within a detention facility operated
by the Sheriff is...
...prohibited absent the inmate(s) granting permission for such photography.
The criteria for activating Crisis Negotiators will be based upon the following:
The suspect is believed to be a threat to the lives and safety of himself/herself or others.
The suspect is believed or known to be armed.
The suspect refuses or appears to be unwilling to respond to deputies at the scene.
Requests for activation of SED shall be initiated by a supervisor and can be
based upon the following criteria:
Barricaded Suspect:
Was involved or is believed to have been involved in a serious criminal act.
Is believed or known to be armed.
Is believed to be a threat to the lives and safety of citizens and/or law enforcement personnel.
Is in a position of advantage, affording cover & concealment.
Refuses to submit to arrest.
Hostage Situation
Hijacking Situation
Suspect Sniper
Active Shooter Situation
At no time while on duty or while representing the
Department in any official capacity shall any tattooed surface exceed ____ of
the exposed body part. Sheriff’s employees are prohibited from having any
tattoo upon the ______________________. All body art that depicts an image
that is to the Mission, Vision and Values of this department is prohibited and
must be covered.
25%
neck, face or head
The supervisor will complete and present written evaluations to employees
within _____ days from the close of the rating period. The employee shall
have a maximum of ____ days to consider the performance appraisal before
signing. Reports should be forwarded to Sheriff’s Personnel for processing
immediately after completion so that Personnel can file with the County within
the ___ day “after signature” deadline.
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The Employee Performance Appraisal Appeals process is as follows:
• The appellant has _________ days to select an appeals officer from the
choices provided. If the appellant does not select an appeals officer within the
given time frame, a second notice will be provided. If there is still no response
the appeal is considered withdrawn.
• The chosen appeals officer is notified by the Personnel Division and is
provided with a copy of the disputed evaluation, DHR Policy 1003, a sample
report and a hearing officer’s guide.
• The appeals officer must meet all parties involved in the investigation within
____ days of appointment.
• The employee is entitled to bring a representative to the appeal hearing to
assist in the discussion and/or presentation of material supporting the
employee’s position in the matter.
• The appeals officer will prepare and submit a report including their findings
and recommendations to the Assistant Sheriff of Human Resources, via the
Personnel Captain, within five days of meeting with all of the involved parties.
• The appeals officer must not change the performance report unless all or
any of the following criteria apply:
o A Clear finding of bias
o The employee was never advised of work deficiencies
o The information in the performance report is factually incorrect
• If the appeals officer recommends changes to the evaluation, the appeals
officer will re-write the evaluation, sign the appeal review completion line, and
attach a signature page for the Personnel Captain and the Assistant Sheriff of
Human Resources.
• The Assistant Sheriff shall consider, but is not bound by, the appeal officer’s
findings and recommendations within _____ calendar days of submittal.
• If the Assistant Sheriff concurs with the appeals officer, it will be noted on
the signature page and the reports returned to Personnel.
• Any changes or modifications recommended by the Assistant Sheriff will be
executed by the Personnel Captain or designee.
• If the Assistant Sheriff does not accept the Appeal Officer’s
recommendations, he/she shall serve the employee with the Appeal Officer’s
report and written notice of the intended decision.
• The employee may respond to the intended changes in writing to the
Assistant Sheriff within ____ calendar days of
receipt of the intended decision.
• The Assistant Sheriff’s final decision and a copy of the final performance
appraisal shall be issued within ____
calendar days and may not be appealed to the Civil Service Commission.
• The time limits in the appeals process may be modified by mutual agreement
of the parties.
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The Critical Incident Review Board shall consist of:
Voting members:
A Commander from Law Enforcement
A Commander from Court Services
A Commander from Detention Services
Non-voting members:
The Chief Legal Advisor
Commander from Human Resources
Per PC 1531, What are the three things you must do before you force entry?
1.) identify yourself
2.) state your purpose
3.) be refused entry
What time can search warrants be served?
0700-2200 (Unless night service authorized)
What needs to be left after serving a search warrant?
-A copy of the warrant and the R&I
How many days do you have to serve a search warrant?
10 days
Per PC 844, What are the exceptions to knock and notice?
Life Threatening situation
Danger to the public
Destruction of evidence
Fleeing Felon (Hot Pursuit)
Serious destruction of property
What is the Federal Authority and Enforcement Agency pertaining to sexual
harassment?
Authority - Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Enforcement Agency - Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Department of Justice
What is the California Authority and Enforcement Agency pertaining to sexual
harassment?
Enforcement Agency - Department of Fair Employment & Housing (DFEH)
Employers can be held responsible for sexual misconduct by supervisors,
even if the supervisor’s manager is __________ of the harassment.
unaware
C.O.D.E. (as it relates to sexual harassment)
Contact Employee Relations immediately
On all SHP issues;
Document
Everything!
Sexual Harassment steps towards resolution (per Sexual Harassment for
Supervisors 2018-2019 training)
Step One: Discuss the situation with the alleged victim privately
Step Two: Discuss the situation with the alleged harasser
Step Three:
A) If minor in nature and resolved to everyone’s satisfaction, document in Station File and proceed to Step
Five.
~or~
B) To initiate a formal investigation for severe, repeated, or unresolved offenses fill out Sexual Harassment
Incident Report. (Download from Sheriff’s Employee Relations webpage)
Step Four: (For Investigations): For repeated and/or severe offenses, a thorough investigation needs to be
done.
Internal Affairs (IA) will open an investigatory file and assign a case for investigation
Sexual Harassment investigations will be kept the same as all other IA investigations
Step Five: Achieve Closure Work with both the Alleged Victim and the Alleged Harasser to ensure that
there is a mutual understanding of the issue and its resolution
Step Six: Keep Appointing Authority informed as necessary
Step Seven: Ask questions if you are unsure what to do
Emergency Operating Levels
Level 3 - Activation represents a minor emergency or preplanned event(s) where the affected command's
resources may not be enough to contain or control the emergency.
* 50% of the on-duty patrol units/detectives of adjacent stations.
* Priority calls only.
Level 2 - Activation represents a moderate incident with several agencies potentially involved or multiple
sites impacted with resource support required. The emergency is expected to continue and is anticipated to
exceed the capability of responding resources.
* Active DOC
* Callback of all off-duty law enforcement personnel including reserves and identified specialized
investigations personnel is initiated
* All days off and vacations will be cancelled
* 12-hours on /12-hours off relief schedule
Level 1 - Activation represents a major, regional incident typically involving multiple agencies and/or multiple
sites with resource support required. There is an expectation Local Mutual Aid Resources will be depleted.
* The Sheriff or his designee declares Level I and contacts the State OES Region VI Law Enforcement
Mutual Aid Coordinator to request State Mutual Aid.
* Full Department redeployment under Level II continues.
* Annex C; the requesting agency is responsible for feeding, billeting, fuel and other on-scene support.
* Full activation of the DOC.
NIMS
National Incident Management System
ICS
Incident Command System
Per ICS 100, what is a Unified Command?
In a Unified Command there is no single "Commander." Instead the Unified Command manages the incident
through jointly approved objectives. Unified Command allows agencies with different legal, geographic, and
functional responsibilities to work together effectively without affecting individual agency authority,
responsibility, or accountability.
Unified Command is typically established when no single jurisdiction, agency or organization has the
authority and/or resources to manage the incident on its own.
Unity of Command
While chain of command relates to the overall hierarchy of the organization,
unity of command deals with the fact that all individuals have a single
designated supervisor they report to.
Based on the principle of unity of command, you will:
Report to only one Incident Command System (ICS) supervisor.
Receive work assignments only from your ICS supervisor.
When you are assigned to an incident, you no longer report directly to your day-to-day supervisor.
What does PIO stand for?
Public Information Officer
Pursuant to California Penal Code Section ________ & _________, you have a
right to request that your name not become part of a public record pursuant
to California Government Code Section 6254. Before criminal proceedings are
initiated in your case, a prosecutor from the District Attorney's Office will fully
explain the advantages and disadvantages of electing to keep your name out
of public records.
293 & 293.5
What is the best preferred method to preserve order and law?
Voluntary compliance rather than force or compulsion
When can a Deputy, in the performance of their official duty use force?
When the Deputy has reasonable cause to believe the person to be arrested has committed a public
offense. The Deputy may use objectively reasonable force to effect the arrest, prevent escape, or overcome
resistance.
What PC section states that a Deputy shall not lose their right to self-defense
by the use of objectively reasonable force?
835a (d) PC
Define de-escalation
Actions taken in an attempt to stabilize an incident in order to try and reduce the immediacy of a threat by
obtaining more time, tactical options or resources to resolve an incident.
What is the goal of de-escalation?
The goal is to gain voluntary compliance of subjects, when feasible, and or to potentially reduce or eliminate
the need to use force on a subject.
What factors should a Deputy consider whether a subjects lack of compliance
is deliberate attempt to resist being taken into custody or rather an inability to
comply with orders?
Medical conditions
Mental impairment
Developmental disability of dementia
Physical limitations
Language barrier
Drug/alcohol interaction/impairment
Psychological or emotional crisis
What other de-escalation techniques may Deputies consider?
Placing barriers between an uncooperative subject and a deputy
Containing a threat
Moving from a position that exposes deputies to potential threats to a safer position
Decreasing the exposure to potential threats by using distance, cover and concealment
Communicating with a subject from a safe position
Requesting additional resources:
cover deputies
less lethal weapons
SED
CNT
ASTREA
When should a supervisor be informed about a use of force?
As soon as practical, but in no event later than end of shift. If there is complaint of injury or legitimate injury,
a supervisor must be notified immediately
If a Deputy points a less lethal shotgun at a suspect for armed robbery, but
does not fire the weapon, does the Deputy need to write a use of force?
Yes
If a Deputy witnesses force, which results in serious injury must that Deputy
document their observations?
Yes
Should the names of all Deputy witnesses be listed in the primary deputy
report?
Yes
If 3 Deputies use force, how many SO 120's should be written?
3
When shall a UOF SO 120 and report be completed?
No later than the end of shift.
What patrol form will be used to release medical records for subjects being
treated by a doctor that resulted in a UOF?
PAT 43
What must be specifically included in a UOF report?
What did the subject do? (Provocation)
What could have happened if the subject was not stopped?
What did you do to counter the subject’s actions?
Statement of refusal of medical treatment form?
J-223
When must a Supervisor respond to the scene of a use of force (or hospital)?
Ones that result in a complaint of injury or an injury that necessitates medical treatment and investigate the
circumstances surrounding the incident.
List the levels of resistance
Psychological intimidation
Verbal noncompliance
Passive resistance
Active resistance
Assaultive behavior
Aggravated active aggression
Principles of Control:
Non-physical:
1.) Deputy presence
2.) Verbal direction and redirection
Physical:
1.) Less lethal force refers to forms of force not likely to inflict serious injury. Less severe than intermediate
or lethal force.
2.) Intermediate force: refers to forms of force capable of inflicting significant pain and causing serious injury.
Intermediate force is less severe than lethal force. Passive or active resistance to arrest alone does not
constitute an immediate threat justifying the use of intermediate force.
3.) Lethal force: refers to any force that creates a substantial risk of causing death or serious bodily injury,
including but not limited to, the discharge of a firearm.
When should a deputy ride with the prisoner in the Ambulance?
Arrested for a felony, has priors for escape or was arrested for a misdemeanor crime of violence.
If a prisoner is restrained, but verbally abusive can you use chemical agents?
No
Can Deputies utilize the carotid restraint as a force option?
No, the use of the carotid restraint is prohibited.
If feasible, should you designate a safety deputy when applying such
techniques as the WRAP or cord cuffs?
Yes
Should a saturated, damaged or ineffective spit sock be placed into
evidence?
Yes, it should be photographed and placed into evidence.
If no force is used during the application of a spit sock, does a SO-120 need
to be submitted?
No, the application of the spit sock itself is not considered a UOF. However, the reason for the application of
the spit sock shall be explained in the report narrative.
Multiple applications or continues cycling of a CED (TASER) resulting in an
exposure longer than _____ seconds (whether continuous or cumulative) may
increase the risk of serious injury or death and should be avoided if possible.
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If a CED device is used on a subject either probe or drive-stun, should you or
ambulance transport the subject to a medical facility for booking clearance?
Yes
When shall a deputy use deadly force?
Only after the deputy reasonably believes that the force used is necessary -
In defense against an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury to the deputy or to another person; or
to apprehend a fleeing person for any felony that threatened or resulted in death or serious bodily injury, if
the deputy reasonably believes that the person will cause death or serious bodily injury to another unless
immediately apprehended
***When using deadly force, a deputy 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 deputy has objectively
reasonable grounds to believe the person is aware of those facts.
A deputy shall not use deadly force against a person based on the danger that person poses to themselves,
if an objectively reasonable officer would believe the person does not pose an imminent threat of death or
serious bodily injury to the deputy or to another person. Thus, deadly force may not be used on a person
who poses only a danger to themselves.
***Warnings: In situations where any force used is capable of causing serious injury or death, there is a
requirement that, whenever feasible, the deputy must first warn the suspect that force will be used if there is not compliance.
Specialty Munitions in the Sheriff’s inventory include:
• 12-gauge bean bag munitions
• 40 mm impact munitions
• Rubber ball grenades
• Irritant filled projectile systems
***In the event of death caused by a specialty munition, Department personnel will follow the procedures set
forth in section 8.2 of the Sheriff’s Department Manual of Policy and Procedures and in the detentions setting, section M.7 of the Detentions Services Policy and Procedure.
Define the following terms:
Arm Guidance
Controlling force
Lethal/Deadly force
Imminent
Physical force
Reasonable force
Serious injury
Unreasonable or excessive force
Weapon
Arm Guidance is the light touching of a person's arm or elbow used to direct them to a new location. Arm
guidance with no resistance from the subject being guided would not be considered a use of force and
consequently not reportable.
Controlling force is the minimum amount of force needed to control a subject who will not submit to verbal
commands. This level of force involves application of control/pain which usually does not result in injury.
Lethal/Deadly force is that force that creates a substantial risk of causing death or serious bodily injury.
Imminent A threat of death or serious bodily injury is imminent when, based on the totality of the
circumstances, a reasonable officer in the same situation would believe that a person has the present ability,
opportunity, and apparent intent to immediately cause death or serious bodily injury to the peace officer or
another person. An imminent harm is not merely a fear of future harm, no matter how great the fear and no
matter how great the likelihood of the harm, but is one that, from appearances, must be instantly confronted
and addressed.
Physical force is that force applied to overcome resistance and/or achieve compliance, including any use
of a department approved lethal, less lethal or non-lethal weapons, pain compliance and control techniques.
Reasonable force refers to affecting an arrest using only that force reasonable for restraint of the subject
and to get the subject to submit to custody.
Serious injury means a serious impairment of physical condition, including but not limited to loss of
consciousness, concussion, bone fracture, protracted loss or impairment of function of any bodily member
or organ, a wound requiring extensive suturing, and serious disfigurement. (PC 243(f)(4))
Unreasonable or excessive force is evident when the type, degree and duration of force employed were
neither necessary nor appropriate.
Weapon for the purpose of these guidelines is any item, other than a body part, capable of inflicting bodily
injury or death. These include firearms, saps, batons, taser guns, bean bag shotguns, irritant filled projectile munitions, etc
P&P section 6.48 Physical force:
It shall be the policy of this Department whenever any Deputy Sheriff of this Department, while in the
performance of his/her official law enforcement duties, deems it necessary to utilize any degree of physical
force shall only be that which the Deputy Sheriff believes necessary and objectively reasonable to effect the
arrest, prevent escape or overcome resistance (per 835(a) PC). Deputies shall utilize appropriate control
techniques or tactics which employ maximum effectiveness with minimum force to effectively terminate, or
afford the Deputy control of, the confrontation incident.
What terminology is now used for the following items and what weapons type
are they used from?
Less Lethal Weapons System
Pepperball
Stingball
40mm rifle
Less Lethal Weapons System - Specialty Munitions, LL Shotgun
P&P ________ Complaints Against Sheriff's Employees
3.2
P&P _________ Occupational Injuries, Illness or Death
3.16
Vehicle pursuits may be initiated, and shall be continued only when
Departmental personnel are in compliance with all accompanying Sheriff's
pursuit procedures, and while in strict compliance to California Vehicle Code sections _______ and ________.
The most common types of patrol strategies include (Field Operation Manual Policy 3):
1.) Information-led policing
2.) Directed Patrol
3.) Foot Patrol
4.) Community Oriented Policing
5.) Check Points
When necessary to save someone's life, for example: a lost hiker or missing
juvenile at-risk. In these situations, the deputy will notify the
Communication's Center (CC) of the request. The CC will transmit the exigent
circumstance request to the applicable cell phone provider. Upon compliance
with the request, the cell phone provider will provide the requested location
information to the CC and the information will be relayed to the deputy. At the
conclusion of the event the primary deputy shall articulate that an exigent
ping was requested in his or her crime/incident report. The deputy shall also
complete a court order titled:
"________________________________________." This form can be located in
the forms folder in the Sheriff's Intranet site.
Once completed, the form shall be emailed to
_______________________________. The deputy shall document in his/her
crime/incident report
Anytime a member of this department requests an emergency ping of a cell
phone pursuant exigent circumstances a court order must follow within
_______ court days.
Order Authorization to Retain Electronic Communication Information Voluntarily Provided: Emergency Law
Enforcement Request
the Deputy District Attorney Liaison to the Sheriff's Department
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RIPA
Racial and Identity Profiling Act
NIMS is organized into three major
components:
1.) Resource Management
2.) Command and Coordination (including the Incident Command System ICS)
3.) Communications and Information Management
It is important to note that the Incident Command System (ICS) is just one part of NIMS.
Per ICS 100, Span of Control refers to the...
...number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident. The
optimal span of control is one supervisor to five subordinates (1:5).
The Incident Commander is responsible for the overall management of the
incident. Overall management includes Command Staff assignments required
to support the incident command function. The _________________ is the
only position that is always staffed in ICS applications. On small incidents
and events, one person-the Incident Commander-may accomplish all management functions.
Incident Commander
In addition to having the overall responsibility for managing the entire
incident, the Incident Commander is specifically responsible for:
1.) Ensuring overall incident safety
2.) Providing information services to internal and external stakeholders, such as disaster survivors, agency
executives, and senior officials
3.) Establishing and maintaining liaisons with other agencies participating in the incident
Per the job announcement, what are the desirable traits of a Sheriff's
Sergeant?
The desirable traits for a Sheriff's Sergeant are to communicate effectively, hold themselves and others accountable, demonstrate ethical behavior, leverage resources (coach and develop), drive to excel, maximize team effectiveness, are innovative and supportive of change, and demonstrate leadership and problem solving skills.
Section 342 of title 8 of the California Code of Regulations requires employers
to report fatalities and serious injuries to CalOSHA within _______. The
timeframe begins when the employer knows or with “with diligent inquiry”
would have known of the serious injury/illness or death. The employer means someone of management or supervisory capacity.
8 hours
The following are incidents that are required to be reported;
Fatality
Serious injury or illness. This is defined as –
o Any serious degree of permanent impairment (crushing or serious burns)
o Serious degree of permanent disfigurement (e.g. amputation)
o Employee who is hospitalized for more than 24 hours for other than
observation.
Serious injury or illness means any injury or illness occurring in a place of
employment or in connection with any employment which requires inpatient
hospitalization for a period in excess of 24 hours for other than medical
observation or in which an employee suffers a loss
of any member of the body or any serious degree of permanent
disfigurement.
This does not include any injury or illness or death caused by the
commission of a Penal Code violation, except the violation of Section 385 of the Penal Code, or an accident on a public street or highway.
The burden of proof in an administrative investigation is
_______________________ which is defined as
such evidence, when weighed with that opposed to it, has more convincing force and the greater probability
of truth.
When a vehicle is being operated in a Code 3 manner, the deputy driving shall
sound the siren as reasonably necessary, and shall use the emergency lights
at all times while responding code three to a ____, responding to an
____________, engaged in a _____________ or in
_______________________________.
FERP (Fire, Emergency, Rescue, Pursuit)
fire
emergency
rescue operation
pursuit of an actual or suspected law violator
Per ICS, Management by Objectives is a management approach, fundamental to NIMS, that involves?
1.) establishing objectives (specific measurable and realistic outcomes to be achieved).
2.) identifying strategies, tactics, and tasks to achieve the objectives.
3.) Performing the tactics and tasks and measuring and documenting results.
4.) Taking corrective action to modify strategies, tactics, and performance to achieve the objectives.
Per ICS, what is a Multiagency Coordination Group?
A group, typically consisting of agency administrators or executives from organizations, or their designees,
that provides policy guidance to incident personnel, supports resource prioritization and allocation, and
enables decision making among elected and appointed officials and senior executives in other organizations, as well as those directly responsible for incident management.
Materials placed in the employee's "disciplinary file" which are written
reprimands more than _________ old, and disciplinary actions with more
severe penalties more than __________ old, will not be considered for
purposes of promotion, transfer, special assignments and disciplinary
actions, except as to those disciplinary actions which may show patterns of
similar misconduct as defined in the Department's Rules and Regulations and Department Instructions.
two (2) years
five (5) years
What are the limits on suspensions and pay step reductions imposed as discipline?
For discipline other than counseling, Internal Affairs will prepare the written reprimand or appropriate "Notice
of Intent" letter. After obtaining the signature of the third level supervisor, Internal Affairs will serve the
employee with the written reprimand or appropriate "Notice of Intent" letter complying with all the provisions
required by Civil Service Rule VII, Section 7.2.1. Suspensions of one working day may be administered in
the form of a pay step reduction. Discipline of two days or more shall be administered in the form of a suspension.
Who should sign a "Department Originated" complaint form?
There should be no signature.
What form should you give the public when they have a complaint?
Do not give out the form to the public that can be printed on the intranet. The form that can be ordered from
Supply has required language printed on the back that must be provided to citizens.
If discipline, other than counseling, is to be recommended, the ______ level
supervisor will initiate the "Notice of Proposed Disciplinary Action" form (AS
1/3) and serve it on the employee. This process informs the employee of the
proposed charges and recommended discipline as well as specifying any similarly related priors within the past five years.
The employee does not receive any reports at this time but, upon request, will
be allowed to review the reports. The ______ level supervisor will prepare a
report containing the disciplinary recommendation and rationale. The report
will document the pre-recommendation discussion with the employee and
include whether or not the employee was allowed to review any reports. This
report, together with all reports, will be forwarded to the third level supervisor (usually station/facility commander).
second
second
For a written reprimand or any type of informal discipline the second level
supervisor (usually a lieutenant) addresses the recommendation to the _____level supervisor only.
For all other formal discipline (pay step reductions, suspensions, demotions,
and terminations) the second level supervisor prepares an endorsement page for the chain of command up to the Sheriff.
*Notice of Proposed Disciplinary Action (Form IA-2) Served by 2nd Level Supervisor
* Approval by 3rd Level Supervisor
Step 4: Notice of Intent [To Discipline]
*Prepared in Internal Affairs
*Signed by Command 3rd Level Supervisor
*Internal Affairs serves employee
Step 5: Skelly Conference (Skelly v. State Personnel Board 1975)
*If requested by employee within 5 working days of service
*Conference held within 10 days unless mutually waived
* Conducted by 3rd Level Supervisor NOT a party to the discipline
*Skelly Officer meets with employee (rep) = Due Process (POBR), Mitigating Circumstances, or Level of
Discipline
*Skelly Officer Report = Approve Discipline, Modify Discipline, or Return for additional investigation
*Report approved by 4th Level Supervisor
Step 6: Order of [Discipline]
*Signed by Sheriff
*Served by Internal Affairs within 30 days
*Complainant notified of the disposition and its definition
Step 7: Discipline Imposed
Step 8: Civil Service Commission
*Employee has 10 Calendar days to request hearing
*Civil Service Commissioner conducts hearing
*Employee representation
*Department Attorney
*Commissioner = Uphold, Overturn, or Modify
Step 9: Superior Court
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations
Manual, the Scribe:
Is a member of the command staff, is responsible for recording information received by and decisions
deriving from, the Incident Command. This position(s) will be crucial in the preparation of after-action reports.
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the DOC Manager:
The DOC Manager has overall responsibility for supporting the Incident Commander in charge of the event
that caused the activation of the DOC. The Manager must also ensure that law enforcement services are
maintained in unaffected portions of the County. The Manager decides, with staff input, the priority of
requests for mutual aid forces. The Manager must also ensure the security of the DOC and other County
facilities. The Manager is responsible for demobilizing Department involvement as the situation abates. The
manager provides advice and input to the Sheriff, Operational Area EOC, and the Region VI Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Coordinator.
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the OPERATIONS SECTION CHIEF:
The Operations Section Chief is the principal assistant to the Manager in matters pertaining to Department
operations. The Operations Section Chief has the responsibility for providing advice and assistance to other
staff officers and Section Chiefs. The Operations Section Chief has primary responsibility in the areas and
activities listed below:
A. Organization
1. Maintains operations log, with emphasis on critical events.
2. Screens all incoming/outgoing message traffic for action and routes it accordingly.
3. Screens all requests for assignment of tactical support, and administrative support unit
B. Operations
1. Preparation of operations estimates and plans in coordination with field commanders, with special
attention to:
a. Department operating level.
b. Mutual aid in use or requested.
c. Equipment requests.
d. Close coordination of riot control operations.
e. Curfew plans.
2. Review plans for roadblocks, barricades, riot control munitions, and communications.
3. Serve as a liaison between Operational Area Chief(s) and the Incident Commander. This shall not preclude the Operational Area Chief from communicating directly with the Incident Commander.
C. Deputy Operations Section Chief (Optional) Duties:
1. Logs messages to/from DOC per logbook instructions.
2. Maintains phone contact with EOC.
3. Maintains Critical Events Status
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the PLANNING/INTELLIGENCE SECTION CHIEF:
The Planning/Intelligence Section Chief is the principal assistant to the Manager, in matters pertaining to
intelligence and is responsible for the development of the Incident Action Plan.
The Planning/Intelligence Section Chief has primary responsibility in the areas and activities listed below
and is responsible for providing advice and assistance concerning intelligence matters to the other staff
officers.
A. Preparation of plans and orders for collection of information. This includes aerial reconnaissance, ground
reconnaissance, and information obtained from the Special Investigations Division.
B. Analyzes and attempts to verify information coming into the DOC.
C. Develops essential information on leaders of disturbances and their activities.
D. Liaison with other law enforcement, military, and civilian intelligence personnel.
E. Weather data collection.
F. Use of intelligence and information.
1. Estimate the effects of characteristics peculiar to the area of operation on course of action to be taken.
2. Estimate opposition force capabilities and weaknesses including probable courses of action.
3. Preparation of intelligence estimates, reports, and summaries.
4. Dissemination of information and intelligence to all concerned agencies.
5. Counterintelligence - protection of sensitive information against disclosure of unauthorized sources.
G. Under the direction of Incident Commander, the Operations Section Chief develops a strategic and
tactical plan.
1. The Operations Section Chief leads the tactical meeting.
2. Documents the tactical meeting by completing the ICS Form 215 (Operational Planning Worksheet), and
the ICS Form 215A (Safety Analysis).
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the LOGISTICS SECTION CHIEF:
The Logistics Section Chief is the principal assistant to the Manager in matters pertaining to provision of
supplies, maintenance, transportation, and miscellaneous logistical services. The Logistics Section Chief has primary responsibility in the areas listed below. In addition, they have the responsibility for providing advice and assistance to other staff officers and chiefs in logistical matters.
A. Supply
1. Ensure that EOM Section 7.3 is followed
2. Requisition and issue authorized special items of equipment.
3. Keep a logistics journal noting emergency purchases to include:
a. What was purchased (description, amount, etc.)
b. Who purchased item(s) and by what method?
c. Identified purpose
d. Cost
e. To whom item was issued.
f. Disposition - amount remaining at end of mission.
4. Require Incident Commanders, Operational Area Chiefs, or their designee who make emergency
purchases, to record and forward the same information as noted above and require they record the issue of
authorized special equipment from their stations.
B. Transportation
1. Transportation of staff to the area of disturbance/disaster.
2. Preparation of incident transportation annexes and loading plans.
C. Support Services
1. Establish priority of logistic support.
2. Maintenance and repair of equipment.
3. Food service.
4. Billeting.
5. Sanitation.
6. Real Estate and facility acquisition.
7. Transportation.
D. Miscellaneous
1. Logistic administration, including preparation of logistical estimates, plans and reports.
2. Preparation and distribution of the logistics portion of administrative orders
3. Record losses of major equipment, weapons and vehicles
4. Record reported damage to Sheriff's facilities or equipment
E. Aide to Logistics Section Chief (Optional)
1. Assists Logistics Section Chief, records logistics journal, updates logistics status board and other duties as assigned
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the PERSONNEL BRANCH DIRECTOR:
The Personnel Branch Director is the principal assistant to the Logistics Chief in management of personnel
under Department control.
The Personnel Branch Director has primary responsibility in the areas below. The Personnel Branch
Director has the responsibility for providing other staff officers advice and assistance concerning personnel.
A. Maintains Personnel Status
1. Status of Department personnel, committed, available on stand-by -- updated hourly.
2. Maintains record of personnel man-hours expended -- provides end-of-mission summary.
3. Maintains record of numbers, type and agency of mutual aid personnel present; their staging locations;
number and where committed; number available.
4. Maintains records of all Department and Mutual Aid casualties E
5. Ensures that all appropriate reports are completed and submitted at the end of the mission.
B. Aide to Personnel Branch Director (Optional)
1. Assists Personnel Branch Director and updates personnel status board.
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the FINANCE SECTION CHIEF:
The Finance/Administrative Section Chief is the principal assistant to the manager in matters pertaining to
material and personnel costs and tracking Department financial obligations relating to the incident.
A. Obtain a Purchase Order to be used for the event from County Purchasing.
B. Provide the DOC Operations and Planning Section Chiefs with fiscal impact assessments and
recommendations to ensure proper fiscal obligations.
C. Compile all necessary documentation for subsequent FEMA and/or Mutual Aid reimbursement.
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the SAFETY OFFICER:
The Safety Officer is the principal assistant to the DOC Manager on all matters concerning safety in and
around the DOC, Field Operations, and risk management assessment. As a member of the Command Staff,
the Safety Officer reports directly to the DOC Manager, but may also interact directly with any personnel
involved in the Department operation. Some primary duties of the Safety Officer are to:
A. Keep all members of the Command and General Staff apprised of safety concerns affecting internal and
external operations.
B. Review all plans for safety issues and report to the DOC Manager on the assessment of the plan.
C. Establish regular contact with field operations to ensure Department personnel are operating in a safe manner and in as safe an environment as practical.
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER:
The Public Information Officer (PIO), a member of the DOC command staff, is responsible for the
formulation and release of information about the incident to the news media. Under direction of the DOC
Manager, the Public Information Officer shall:
1. Obtain briefing from DOC Manager / Incident Commander or Operational Area Chiefs.
2. Contact involved agencies to coordinate public information activities.
3. Establish/join a Joint Information Center (JIC) as needed, but separate from the DOC.
4. Obtain approval for media releases from DOC Manager.
5. Release news to media and post information in the DOC and other appropriate locations.
6. Attend meetings to update information releases.
Per the San Diego County Sheriff's Department's Emergency Operations Manual the LIAISON OFFICER:
The Liaison represents the DOC Manager to government agencies and private sector organizations having
business with the DOC. Under direction of the DOC Manager, the Liaison Officer shall:
1. Obtain briefing from the DOC Manager.
2. Contact affected agencies/organizations to coordinate complimentary mission operations.
3. Work with the PIO to ensure equitable dissemination of information to allied/assisting agencies or
organizations.
4. Represent the DOC Manager as necessary.
An order issued only by the Sheriff on any subject matter concerning the
quality of Departmental service levels, budget matters, public safety,
community concerns or personnel issues. Information shall be stated in
specific terms and shall be complied with by all members of the Department.
Unless stated otherwise, all _________________ shall remain in effect until canceled by the Sheriff.
Executive Orders
An order issued by the Undersheriff defining in detail the procedures to be
followed in the execution of new or previous Executive Orders or established
Department procedures. This order will be identified by a number indicating
the sequence and year of issue. Directives shall remain in effect until canceled by the Undersheriff.
Directive
To be a ________, there must exist a statement or description of a Department
attitude toward a given area. Such a statement or description shall be
construed to be a framework within which personnel shall operate, and also
serve as a guide for decision-making. If these requirements are met, the resulting statement shall be ___________.
policy
policy
To be a ___________, there shall be an established order of logical steps to be
followed for the expressed purpose of complying with a Departmental policy.
Such steps shall be detailed enough to eliminate confusion, yet concise enough to be easily followed.
procedure
Shall be used for disseminating general information which is of importance
for a limited period of time. Seasonal changes in uniform attire and
announcements of holiday work schedules are adequately handled through_____________.
memoranda
Shall be utilized for announcements, which concern specific personnel, such as transfers, promotions, etc.
Special Orders
The terminology of “deputy involved” applies to all classification of employees, both sworn and professional staff. True or False?
True
It is the responsibility of the _________________ to provide to the California
Corrections Standards Authority a copy of the report submitted to the State Attorney General within ten days after a death of a juvenile while in custody.
facility commander
In regard to a vehicle storage hearing, the Hearing Officer's role is not that of an adversary but rather that of a __________.
mediator
In regard to a vehicle storage hearing, The Hearing Officer is limited to two findings:
1.) The Sheriff’s Department had reasonable grounds to store the vehicle.
2.) Sheriff’s Department did not have reasonable grounds to store the vehicle.
The following job functions are coordinated by DIS:
Vehicle Operations related to pursuits, collisions, and other driving errors resulting in injury or property
damage including off-road vehicle use.
Use of Force (lethal/nonlethal weapons, physical restraint, officer involved shootings, law enforcement K-
9 bites, etc.).
Application of Law (laws of arrest, forcible entry, search and seizure, tactical operations, etc.).
Department Policy and Procedure Review and Update.
Discipline should be carried out as soon as possible after service of the order.
In the case of suspensions, the employee shall be notified by his/her
supervisor of the beginning and ending dates of the suspension. The suspension shall be carried out in.....
...consecutive working days.
Mobile Field Force Platoon will consist of the following:
A Mobile Field Force Squad will consist of the following;
1. One Platoon Lieutenant
2. One Platoon Sergeant
3. Four Squad Sergeants
4. Four squads of deputies
1. One Squad Sergeant
2. 11 deputies
3. Two Grenadiers from SED when necessary
What is a public safety statement?
see 303
Any person wanting to file a claim against the Sheriff's Department shall be referred to...
...the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors.
What are the Public Safety Statement questions?
Are there any outstanding suspects? If so, please describe them and any vehicles and their last known
direction of travel?
Are there any injured persons? If so, please advise of their whereabouts and the nature of their injuries?
Where were you when you fired and in what approximate direction were you pointing your weapon when
you fired? If you were fired at, from what direction was the suspect firing?
How many rounds do you think you fired and how many rounds were fired at you?
Are there any outstanding weapons? If so, do you know what type?
The injured employee must be provided an _______________________, within____________.
DWC-1 Form - Employee's Claim for Workers' Compensation Benefits
24 hours
Define Incident Action Plan?
An oral or written plan containing the objectives established by the Incident Commander or Unified
Command and addressing tactics and support activities for the planned operational period, generally 12 to
24 hours.
When do you call out SED?
Suspect was involved or is believed to have been involved in a serious criminal act
Suspect is believed or known to be armed
Suspect is believed to be a threat to the lives or safety of citizens or law enforcement
Suspect is in a position of advantage affording cover and concealment
Suspect refuses to submit to arrest
Upon receiving an 11-99 call, only deputies within a reasonable distance shall respond Code 3 considering the below factors:
The distance to the 11-99 location.
Traffic and pedestrian congestion.
Time of day and weather conditions.
Proximity / Location of other units
Vehicle Code Section 21057 prohibits deputies from escorting under "Code 3" conditions except when performing the following:
Escorting for the purpose of preserving life.
Expediting the movement of supplies or personnel during a national, state or local emergency.
When escorting for the purpose of preserving life, deputies will consider the nature of the emergency, the
dangers and hazards involved, and the emotional condition of the person to be escorted before deciding to escort "Code 3." Supervisors' approval is required.
6.118 COMMUNITY EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM (CENS)
is a web-based emergency notification system that will assist public safety officials in making emergency
notifications in a timely manner. The system allows the originator to initiate a voice message broadcast to residents or businesses by their predetermined group or geographic location.
CENS Activation Criteria?
1. Evacuation Notices
2. Imminent threat to life or property
3. Disaster notification
4. Any notification to provide emergency or public safety information to a defined community, including but
not limited:
Active shooter incidents
Sex offender community notifications
The system utilizes the 9-1-1 database to complete the notifications. The use of the 9-1-1 database is
regulated by California Public Utilities Code (CPUC) sections 2872 and 2891.1. The information contained
in the 9-1-1 database is confidential and proprietary and shall not be disclosed or utilized except by authorized personnel for the purpose of emergency notifications.
The CENS shall not be used for any of the following purposes:
1. Routine, informational or educational messages
2. Any message of commercial nature
3. Any message of political nature
4. Any non-official business (e.g. articles, retirement announcements, etc.)
In regard to CENS, a Field Incident Commander (IC) determines that an
emergency situation occurs and there is a need for community notification. The IC shall notify the ______________________.
Department Operations Center (D.O.C.), Operations Branch
The Communications Center Watch Commanders/Dispatch Supervisors will
test the CENS system ____________ by completing a standardized
notification. The test will be documented.
The D.O.C. Evacuation Coordinators will test the system ____________ by completing a standardized notification. The test will be documented.