Obtain a copy of the traffic collision repot and FWD to traffic coordinator when available
Conduct an investigation to determine if the collision is chargeable or non- chargeable
If it is chargeable go to P&P 3.3 Disciplinary Procedures.
Investigation will be complete within 60 days of the incident unless extension is granted by Bureau Commander. Estimated cost of the damage must be part of the investigation.
Non- Chargeable- complete a non chargeable employee accident investigation and route it through chain of command
All Non chargeable investigations must be complete and sent to traffic coordinator within 60 days, unless extension is granted by Bureau Commander
What are the supervisor's responsibilities before and after a pursuit?
Upon Notification of a pursuit, field sup. Will monitor and take appropriate pursuit control. Discontinue when the need for apprehension is outweighed by need for apprehension
No more units involved than necessary, Primary and secondary
When deciding to add units he will consider:
Type of vehicle being pursued
Seriousness of the offense
Danger of people being pursued pose to others
Availability of aerial support
Types of intervention tactics.
Discontinue any additional units as soon as they are no longer needed
Notify effected agencies of the pursuit, request K-9, ASTREA
Respond to pursuit termination location to provide supervision and coordination and evaluation.
Ensure traffic pursuit reported to traffic coordinator PAT-15
What are the elements of a public safety statement?
Are there outstanding suspects
Please describe them, their mode of transportation and direction of travel
Was anyone else injured? Please advise their whereabouts and the nature of their injuries
Are there areas we should look to determine if any injuries could have been sustained. For Example, inside a house, building, vehicle of behind a wall or in a bush?
Are there any outstanding weapons?
What are the supervisor's responsibilities regarding a deputy involved shooting?
Respond to the scene, obtain a safety statement from the deputy involved
Arrange for transportation of the deputy to station. Deputy will NOT drive alone
Crime scene management. Ensure there is sufficient manpower to secure the scene, separate witnesses etc. in accordance with Section 6.33 Major Crime Scenes, primary responders.
Review all reports of the incident to ensure proper documentation.
What are the call-out guidelines for homicide?
Homicides
Deaths of prisoners
Crimes where the victims death is probable
Adult kidnappings when the victim is believed to be held hostage at the time of the report
All OIS (Not including AD's, dispatching of animals)
Deputy UOF the result in death of probability of death
Unexpected or sudden infant deaths
Suicides involving
All juveniles
High profile individuals
Public figures
Witnessed suicides if suspicious in nature
What are the roles and responsibilities for a supervisor with regards to sexual harassment?
What is a CARE alert and what are the criteria?
Child abduction regional emergency alert
Victim must be a minor, 17 or younger or have a mental disability AND
The victim must have been removed from their environment by someone other than a parent without permission AND
Be considered to be in great danger.
What are the levels of resistance covered by Addendum F?
Verbal non compliance
Passive resistance
Active resistance
Assaultive behavior
Aggravated active aggression
What are the principles of control?
Deputy presence
Verbal direction or redirection
Non lethal chemical agents
Hands on control
Intermediate weapons
Lethal force
What factors should a deputy consider during a use of force?
Subjects age and physical stature
Demonstration of pugilistic intent
Physical condition and/ or injuries
Deputy's knowledge of other factors representing imminent danger
The number of subjects or deputies
Subjects state of sobriety
Subjects proximity to weapons
Availability of other options for deputies
Explain the social host ordinance and what it is used for.
It is an ordinance used to prevent the underage consumption of alcohol by minors. The person who owns or controls the private property may be cited for each person under 21 consuming alcohol.
What are the Core Values? Give Examples
Honesty- We are truthful in our words and actions
Integrity- As people of character and principle we do what is right, even when no one is looking
Loyalty- we are loyal to our department and our profession and committed to protecting the quality of life in the communities we serve.
Trust- we are confident in the integrity, the ability and the good character of our colleagues
Respect- we treat everyone with dignity, honoring the rights of all individuals
Fairness- we are just and impartial in all of our interactions. Our decisions are made without personal favoritism.
Diversity- we embrace the strength in the diversity of our employee's and our communities.
What is the primary deputy responsible for on the scene of an incident?
Ensure human safety, call for aid if necessary, administer first aid, prevent risk to first responders and the public
Apprehend the suspect
Separate shooter in shooting incidents
Establish a perimeter around the entire crime scene that is large enough to envelop and protect all evidence.
Preserve physical evidence, restrict access to crime scene, remove all persons as practicable from the scene, restrict unauthorized persons from the scene
Identify all persons entering the scene
Make notifications-
Identify/ interview witnesses and victims
Identify suspects, broadcast BOL, ensure all suspects are accompanied to hospital by deputy
Remain alert for spontaneous statements
Prepare reports
Par 1 Crimes
Homicide
Rape
Robbery
Assault, felony or misdemeanor
Burglary
Larceny/ Theft, Felony and misdemeanor
Auto theft
Arson
Part 2 Crimes
All other reported felony crimes
All other reported misdemeanor crime
Incidents (Non Crime)
DV incident
Lost/ Found Property
Death investigations
Suicides
Attempted suicides
Deputy caused property damage
What section of P&P is Sexual Harassment located in?
P&P 2.54
How many days does a supervisor have to answer a grievance?
7 working days
Can a supervisor handle an employee's written grievance informally?
No, if the grievance is a written grievance the supervisor has 7 working days to respond to the employee in writing.
What is required by P&P to be in a patrol car?
First aid kit
Shovel
100' rope
Fire extinguisher
Jack
Fingerprint kit
Spare tire
2 blankets
24 flares
Axe
How many days to file a grievance?
45 calendar days from the incident
7 working days from informal discussion with supervisor
What is feedback?
A response to a message. When you give feedback, you relay your feelings about or understanding of a message you received. When you ask for feedback, you are checking to see whether your message was received as you intended.
What is the definition of sexual harassment?
What is an Incident Action Plan (IAP)?
oral or written plan containing general objectives reflecting the overall strategy for managing an incident. An IAP includes the identification of operational resources and assignments and may include attachments that provide additional direction. Q#17.
What are the criteria for a CARE alert and the Sgt's responsibilities?
Child abduction regional emergency alert
Victim must be a minor, 17 or younger or have a mental disability AND
The victim must have been removed from their environment by someone other than a parent without permission AND Be considered to be in great danger
Pursuits:
What factors must be considered before adding a vehicle to a pursuit?
Type of vehicle being pursued
Seriousness of the offense
Danger that the occupants of the vehicle being pursued pose to others
Availability of aerial support
Type of intervention tactics considered
Who is responsible for ordering and maintaining chemical agents?
SED
Explain CLERB complaints against duty personnel
When a complaint is received, CLERB will investigate the allegation(s) of misconduct against the sworn member(s) of the department, and present their investigation to the CLERB Board members. The CLERB Board members will vote which recommendation to make for the specific allegation of misconduct: sustained, not sustained, actions justified, or unfounded.
The Sheriff's liaison (Division of Inspectional Services Sergeant) works closely with CLERB investigators in gathering information specific to the nature and scope of the complaint. Questionnaires and interviews are, at times, necessary to fully investigate a CLERB complaint.
Once the investigation is complete, the final report is submitted to the CLERB Board members at a public meeting. ALL parties involved in a complaint receive a copy of the final report and the CLERB Board's recommendations. They are invited to make a statement to CLERB and to hear public discussions regarding the complaint. Once the CLERB Board members make their findings, all parties are notified of the findings and the complaint is closed
What reports are given to the traffic sergeant regarding a collision?
By the following business day:
Supervisors accident report (OES RM-3)
Confidential vehicle accident report (CD-2)
Deputy's report or drivers written statement
The above three are for collision involving sheriff vehicles and to the traffic coordinator not the traffic sergeant
What are the Sergeants duties for a 415 party with repeat offenses?
Monitor the situation for any security concerns or threats to the public peace, health, safety or general welfare.
Obtain from Deputies the Department’s copies of issued First Response Warning and Second Response Notice.
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.
Route the computed staff-hour totals and the Department’s copies of the First Response Warning and Second Response Notice to the Administrative Sergeant.
What complaints are investigated by IA?
On-duty misconduct allegations
Off-duty criminal allegations
Off-duty, non-criminal conduct where the alleged conduct has a reasonable nexus to the accused employee's position as a member of this Department.
Understand employee performance appraisals in section P&P 3.5
If an EPA is appealed, what must be found for the appeal to be successful?
Biased, non-factual info, etc
How long do you have before an injury must be reported? (immediately)
What is the SDSO policy for handling outside agency requests for a SW?
SDSO Supervisor will meet with the outside agency to discuss operation. Review the ops plan and ensure the SED Checklist is complete. Ensure all deputies are appropriately deployed. SDSO Supervisor may decline to participate if the agencies plans do not meet the SDSO standards.
What is the responsibility of CIRB?
Asses the department's civil exposure to a given incident
What is the DOC?
Department Operations Center
DOC provides a central location for operational mission support of the Incident Commander during a local or county-wide emergency. It coordinates resource procurement and allocation for Incident Commanders or Operational Area Chiefs; 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.
What is the priority order for ICS
Save lives, Stabilize incident, property
Who is the hearing officer for a tow?
Traffic coordinator Lieutenant
What is the burden of proof in an administrative investigation?
The preponderance of evidence
Evidence when weighed with that opposed to it, has more convincing force and the greater probability of truth.
What type of line-up does a suspect have a right to request his attorney be present?
Physical Line-up
A man is arrested for being in possession of an alcoholic beverage in his front yard. During a search incident to arrest, he is found in possession of illegal narcotics. Are the drugs found admissible in court?
No, it was an illegal arrest. He was in possession of an open alcoholic beverage in his own front yard.
When must a juvenile be advised of his Miranda Rights?
Whenever a juvenile is taken into custody for a status offense or a criminal law violation (W&I 601 or 602) – A waiver does not need to be requested until questioning.
Juveniles placed in secure detention (outside of a locked enclosure) may be secured to a stationary object for no more than:
30 minutes, and every 30 minutes thereafter with W/C approval
What are the guidelines for a forced blood draw? (P&P Section 6.67)
In specific intent crimes, if a blood sample is needed for valid evidentiary reasons and the suspect refuses to voluntarily provide a chemical sample, a blood sample may be taken in a medically approved manner against the suspect’s wishes.
Absent articulable exigent circumstances, in all 11550 H&S., 647(f) (drugs) P.C. and Driving-Under-the-Influence (D.U.I.) arrests, deputies will attempt to get voluntary chemical samples from the arrested suspect. If the suspect will not voluntarily provide a sample, then a blood sample will be taken from the suspect in a medically-approved manner. A search warrant needs to be obtained for the blood, prior to a forced blood draw. (7-26-13)
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
The blood is drawn in a medically approved manner.
A supervisor will be notified and respond to all hands-on forced blood draws. Deputies may not use force that would be excessive, tortuous or shocking. All hands-on forced blood draws will be videotaped if a video camera is available.
What are the sergeant’s responsibilities during a vehicle pursuit?
Assumes responsibility to monitor and take appropriate pursuit control
Any supervisor can discontinue a pursuit when the perceived safety outweighs apprehension
When considering additional units the supervisor should take into account:
Type of vehicle being pursued
Seriousness of the offense
Dangers posed to others
Availability of air support (ASTREA)
Other types of intervention tactics
Conduct continual assessment of pursuit
Notify allied agencies and request additional assistance if needed (K-9, ASTREA, etc.)
Respond to the end of pursuit to provide on-scene supervision, coordination and evaluation
Ensure PAT-15 report is forwarded to Traffic Coordinator per CHP mandated reporting
When can a suspect be arrested for a misdemeanor, absent a citizen’s arrest, that did not occur in the officer’s presence?
The officer may make a warrantless arrest if there is probable cause even though a misdemeanor was not committed in the officer’s presence in the following circumstances:
committed by a juvenile
driving while under the influence
carrying a loaded firearm on an individual’s person or in a vehicle while in any public place or on any public street
violating a domestic protective or restraining order, when the officer was responding to a call alleging the same
committing an assault or battery on a spouse, cohabitant, or a parent of their child
committing an assault or battery on school property while school is in session
committing an assault or battery against a working firefighter, emergency medical technician, or mobile intensive care paramedic
carrying a concealed firearm at an airport
What is the department’s policy regarding the taking of a missing person’s report when the victim lives in another city, was last seen in another city or jurisdiction and the RP reports the missing person in your jurisdiction?
When a deputy takes a missing person’s report from another jurisdiction, it is the deputy’s responsibility to notify that jurisdiction that a report has been filed and supply them w/the missing person’s information. A copy of the report will be sent w/in 24 hours to the agency having jurisdiction of the missing person’s place of residence and a copy to the agency, which has jurisdiction of the area where the missing person was last seen.
Is a corporal a supervisor?
No, except for the purposes of reporting sexual harassment.
Structuring the performance report discussion(s):
If the general appraisal is outstanding, your discussion should focus on:
Ways to maintain current performance level
Possibility of extending responsibilities
Career development plans
Opportunities for advancement w/in and w/out Dept.
Structuring the performance report discussion(s):
If the general appraisal is satisfactory, your discussion should focus on:
Ways to maintain or improve performance
Career development plans
Possibilities for advancement w/in and w/out the Dept.
Structuring the performance report discussion(s):
If the general appraisal is unsatisfactory, your discussion should focus on:
Where performance is deficient
Plans to improve performance
Gaining a commitment for improvement and time frame
Possibility of reassignment, termination
How many days does an employee have to file a grievance?
45 days. Then the supervisor must respond w/in 14 days of receipt and then employee has 14 days to respond back to supervisor.
When responding to an incident of civil unrest, what are the 3 primary goals / responsibilities of the responding deputies?
Contain, Isolate, then Disperse
Can an employer be held responsible for situations in which sexual harassment is occurring, but the supervisor is not aware of it?
No – Verify answer
What is the primary responsibility of the Department’s CIRB?
The purpose of this board is to consult w/department legal counsel when an incident occurs that may give rise to litigation. The focus of CIRB will be to assess the department’s civil exposure as a result of a given incident.
Who has the Department designated as the processor for CLERB requests / investigations?
The DIS Lt. – VERIFY ANSWER
If property is seized during a search warrant, who can release the property back to the owner(s)?
Court Order
Who has legal standing to question the legality of a search?
Only the person whose rights are being violated has standing. One must have a legitimate possessory interest in the property seized, or a legitimate privacy interest in the area searched, or a personal liberty interest that was infringed.
What is Standing?
Standing exists only if a subject has a reasonable expectation of privacy in the place or thing that is searched or seized. To challenge a particular search or seizure, a person must have a reasonable expectation of privacy in the place or thing that was searched or seized. Only a person with standing can challenge the search or seizure of property, based on Fourth Amendment protections.
How is Standing established?
Ownership,
Lawful possession,
Legal Authority, and/or
Control of the area searched or the property seized.
What should a supervisor do during an employee performance meeting?
Give the employee time to review the material
Start with a positive achievement
Discuss needed improvements
Ask for ideas for making improvements or development
Give the employee an opportunity to discuss ratings
EXPLAIN THE APPEAL PROCESS
What are the responsibilities of a supervisor after force has been used on a suspect?
Respond to scene or hospital to investigate UOF that results in complaint of injury or injury that necessitates hospitalization or medical treatment.
Notify the station or C/C watch commander of findings
If the supervisor or W/C deems an incident to be significant in magnitude, additional action may be initiated such as notification of supervisors via chain of command, peer support, IA, DIS, Homicide, etc.
If a pursuit in your city goes into a neighboring city and the supervisor of that Department tells you to terminate the pursuit what should you do?
Terminate pursuit (regardless of the circumstances or the seriousness of the offense(s) involved)
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 absence
Who does a deputy have to notify when involved in a traffic collision in a county vehicle?
Immediately notify the Communications Center regarding injuries (if any), the location and extent of vehicle/property damage, request a traffic investigation by the responsible agency and request his/her supervisor respond to the scene.
If an allied agency asks for help in the service of a search/arrest warrant, when can the warrant service proceed w/out the presence or approval of a Sheriff’s supervisor?
When an allied agency requests assistance in executing a search/arrest warrant, 4th waiver 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 supervisor 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 Checklist and that all deputies are appropriately deployed.
The Sheriff’s supervisor may decline to participate if the requesting agency’s plans for execution of the mission do not meet the established Sheriff’s Department’s standards for the operation.
It is recognized that on occasion, personnel may be requested to assist other LE agencies during exigent circumstances 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 non-compliance.
What is the primary purpose of the exclusionary rule?
To prevent unlawful search and seizure (i.e. fruit of the poisonous tree)
What are the requirements when a male deputy transports a female passenger in a county vehicle?
Time and mileage
What does an employee have to provide when taking more than 5 sick days?
If an employee is absent for more than 5 days, a Payroll Exception Time Report (Form PR1) shall be completed by the employee and attending physician and submitted to his/her supervisor prior to returning to work.
According to the MOA, how many days prior to a shift change must an employee be advised of the pending change?
14 Days
What should a supervisor use briefing time for?
Training, beat assignments, BOL’s, assessing shift preparedness, etc.
What are the primary responsibilities of a patrol deputy?
Keep / maintain peace, enforce laws, respond to radio calls, conduct preliminary investigations, maintain high visibility, etc.
Per ICS, if no Operations Section Leader has been assigned, who is responsible for the actions/ activities related to this area?
The Incident Commander (IC)
When should a pursuit not be initiated and/or participated in?
The deputy is transporting a prisoner
The deputy is transporting a civilian ride-a-long, explorer, etc.
While responding to an unrelated priority-one call
Immigration is the only offense
What is the difference between affect and effect?
Noun vs. Verb
How are sick days used in conjunction with bereavement leave?
Bereavement leave is 3 days. Two (2) days of sick leave may be used in conjunction with the bereavement, for a total of 5 days.
Can you detain a passenger on a traffic stop?
Yes. A lawful detention requires reasonable suspicion of criminal activity. A temporary detention or stop is an assertion of authority by a peace officer that would cause a reasonable person to believe they are not free to leave.
Such a belief may result from physical restraint, unequivocal verbal commands, or other conduct by an officer. A detention of a person is limited in scope, intensity, and duration. It is less than an arrest and more substantial than a consensual encounter.
Where do you file a claim against the county?
Room 306, County Operations Center, Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
What ICS Command Section is responsible for resources?
Logistics – This section is responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials for the incident. Includes the Service Branch (Communications Unit, Medical Unit and Food Unit) and Support Branch (Supply Unit, Facilities Unit, and Ground Support Unit)
If you have an arrest warrant for a suspect and he is hiding at a friend’s house and you know he is inside of the house, what do you need to be able to enter the house and arrest the suspect?
Absent consent or exigent circumstances, a Steagald Warrant is required. A Steagald Warrant allows you to search a 3rd party residence to look for a person with an arrest warrant (e.g. estranged boyfriend hiding at ex-girlfriend’s residence)
How many SO-120 forms / UOF Supplemental forms are required per incident?
One form per person force was used against (1 per incident and 1 per customer)
ID the P&P Section pertaining to Sexual Harassment
Section 3.47
Deputies are not allowed to socialize with convicted felons.
True
Who does CLERB present findings to? [Citizen Law Enforcement Review Board]
County Board of Supervisors
CARE Meaning and Criteria
Amber Alert Meaning and Protocol
Who handles a death at a construction site
DEPUTY TAKES A REPORT AND HOLDS THE SCENE FOR OSHA
Passengers During a Pursuit
. In a use of force situation what duties the sergeant does not perform.
sergeant does not impound evidence.
6.- what do you need to arrest a subject in a third party house.
The purpose of the Department of inspectional services (DIS) in a critical incident is?
Evaluating risk in regards to training, equipment and P&P. to assess internal processes and review high risk events in order to create more efficient and effective operational environment that lends to the highest quality public safety services.
Search and seizure law originates from the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and Article 1 of the California Constitution.
The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized.
A search warrant is:
An order in writing, in the name of the people,
Signed by a magistrate,
Directed to a peace officer,
Commanding the officer to search for an individual or individuals, a thing or things, or personal property and,
In the case of a thing or things or personal property, to bring the same before the magistrate. (Penal Code Section 1523)
Reporting Use of Force with pointing of weapons
If the only force used by a deputy, or multiple
deputies, was the pointing of a weapon (firearm, less lethal, CED), only the primary deputy will
document the use of force in the appropriate report narrative and on a SO‐120 Use of Force
Supplemental form.
Principles of Control
Non‐physical (Deputy Presence and Verbal direction)
Principles of Control - Physical
Less Lethal Force, Intermediate Force, and Lethal Force
Less Lethal Force
forms of force not likely to inflict serious injury including hands‐on
control, hand strikes, leg/knee strikes.
Intermediate Force
forms of force capable of inflicting significant pain and causing
serious injury, including hard intermediate weapons, saps, batons, and flashlights when used to
deliver strikes. Intermediate Munitions (no longer called LL munitions), chemical agents,
canines, and CED (both drive stun and probe).
Chemical Agents
there is an immediate threat to the safety of the
deputy or others; AND either:
the offense commied is sufficiently severe to justify the use of intermediate force; or
the suspect is acvely resisng arrest; or
aempng to flee
Pepper ball
irritant filled projectile
CED is an intermediate force option
can only be used as a force option if "there is an
immediate threat justifying an intermediate level of force."
Mission Statement
In partnership with our communities, we provide the highest public safety service to make San Diego the safest urban county in the nation.
Executive Order
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 Executive Orders shall remain in effect until canceled by the Sheriff.
Directive
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.
Procedure
To be a procedure, 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.
Memoranda
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.
Special Orders
Shall be utilized for announcements, which concern specific personnel, such as transfers, promotions, etc.
Title Changes
Whenever there is a change of title in the Sheriff's Department organization, the previous title as mentioned in the Policy and Procedure Manual and the new title are synonymous. Title changes will be made during those periods of annual review. (07-13-98) (Reviewed 1-14-2011)
Complaints subject to Investigation
Investigations shall be conducted into the following types of allegations:
On-duty misconduct allegations
Off-duty criminal allegations
Off-duty, non-criminal conduct where the alleged conduct has a reasonable nexus to the accused employee's position as a member of this Department.
Assignment of Cases by Internal Affairs
If a complaint is initiated at the command level, the supervisor initiating the complaint shall complete a Complaint Form and fax it to the Internal Affairs Unit as soon as practical. If a citizen’s complaint is received at the command, a copy of the complaint shall be sent to Internal Affairs via fax as soon as practical. This section shall not apply to vehicle accidents where the sole charge is operation of vehicles.
Once the Internal Affairs Lieutenant authorizes the investigation of a complaint, it is assigned a case number, logged and either investigated by Internal Affairs personnel or sent to the appropriate Bureau Commander/Manager for an investigation by a supervisor under his/her command. Reserves, 960 hour Rehires, student workers, interns, contract professionals and volunteer employees are to be handled in accordance with I.A. Manual Section 3.9.
Complaint Conclusion (SUNER)
The burden of proof in an administrative investigation is "preponderance of evidence," which is defined as such evidence, when weighed with that opposed to it, has more convincing force and the greater probability of truth.
SUSTAINED: A true finding supported by facts.
UNFOUNDED: Not true. Actions alleged did not occur.
NOT SUSTAINED: Facts revealed do not substantiate the allegation -- insufficient evidence available.
EXONERATED: Allegation is true but actions were lawful.
RESOLVED: No other method available to close case.
After being served the notice of discipline, the employee has (5) days to request a Skelly conference. The Skelly conference must take place within ten working days of the request for conference. A waiver of the 10 day rule must be mutually agreed.
Internal Affairs must notify employee of FOUR rules of conduct
15 P&P- Insubordination
38 P&P- Intervention
41 P&P- Departmental Reports
48 P&P- Truthfulness
Occupational injuries: P&P 3.16
All injuries should be reported immediately if possible. Injuries should be treated at a facility on the approved list updated by MLU.
The injured employee must be provided an “employees claim for workers compensation benefits” form#DWC-1 within 24 hours. The employee shall complete the MLU-4 report of occupational injury form. It is the supervisor’s duty to ensure the form is faxed to MLU no later than the next business day. The original is to be forwarded via messenger mail.
The supervisor is then to complete the “Supervisors Accident Investigation Report” (RM-3) and forward it to MLU by the next business day.
If the employee requires medical attention a “Status Report for Occupational Injury or Illness” form MLU-1, must be completed. The MLU-1 must be completed and signed by the treating physician and submitted to the supervisor. A new MLU-1 is needed every time the employee receives treatment. The MLU is to be immediately routed to MLU, no later than the next business day. The employee must re-submit a new MLU-1 at least monthly.
What is a CARE Alert and what are the criteria?
CARE = Child Abduction Regional Emergency
Minor 17 years or younger (or with documented mental/physical issue)
AND removed by non-parent without permission of parent/guardian
AND is considered to be in great danger
Amber alerts: Requested by the supervisor, however they will not be requested through the CHP prior to obtaining the approval of the on-duty Commander.
What are a supervisor’s responsibilities for a deputy involved in a use of force?
A supervisor or designee will respond to the scene or medical facility to investigate uses of force that result in a complaint of injury or an injury that necessitates medical treatment and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. The supervisor will ensure that 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 injury cases, the supervisor will be responsible for interviewing the subject about the force used during the incident. Whenever possible the interview will be recorded.
The supervisor or designee will notify the facility or communications center watch commander of the findings.
If the supervisor or watch commander deems an incident to be of significant magnitude, additional action may be initiated, such as notification of supervisors via the chain-of-command, Peer Support, Internal Affairs, the Homicide Detail, etc.
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.
Levels of Resistance:
Psychological intimidation refers to a subject's nonverbal cues indicating the subject’s attitude, appearance and physical readiness to resist.
Verbal noncompliance is evidenced by a subject’s expressed unwillingness to comply with a deputy’s commands.
Passive resistance is represented by a refusal to respond to verbal commands but also offers no form of physical resistance.
Active resistance refers to overt physical actions intended to prevent a deputy’s control, but that does not attempt to harm the deputy.
Assaultive behavior is represented by conduct that suggests the potential for human injury. Such behavior may be conveyed through body language, verbal threats and/or physical actions.
Aggravated active aggression refers to subject actions that will potentially result in serious injury or death to a deputy or any other person.
Principles of Control:
Deputy presence is the psychological impact of an authority figure.
Verbal direction or redirection refers to verbiage or commands given by a deputy.
Non-lethal chemical agents are used as a means of overcoming resistive or assaultive behavior. They may be used prior to hands-on control, if a physical confrontation appears to be unavoidable and injury may result.
Hands-on control is used as a means of overcoming resistive or assaultive behavior. Soft hand control may be used to control subjects whose behavior does not demand more severe tactics. Hard hands control, powerful hand or leg strikes, carotid restraint, etc., are techniques used to control more assaultive suspects.
Intermediate weapons fall into two categories. Soft intermediate weapon controls include the use of batons, Cord Cuff restraints, etc., when used for restraint, joint locks or come along tactics. Hard intermediate weapon control includes saps and batons when used to deliver strikes. Less lethal munitions used for long range impact and electronic immobilization devices also fall within the intermediate weapon’s category.
Lethal force refers to the use of tactics that may result in serious injury or death.
What are the responsibilities of a supervisor for a deputy involved accident?
Conduct on-scene investigation whenever possible (determine if chargeable or not)
Forward originals of all documents to Traffic Coordinator following business day
Obtain copy of traffic collision report and forward to Sheriff’s Risk Management
Complete a supervisor’s action/disposition report and forward via chain
Emergency Vehicle Operation: P&P 5.1
Code 3 responses should be used in life threatening situations. Deputies must consider the type of incident, vehicle and pedestrian traffic, time of day, road and weather conditions.
“The vehicle is being driven in response to an emergency situation or while engaged in rescue operations or is being used in the immediate pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law. The driver displays a steady burning red light to the front and sounds a siren as necessary so as to warn other drivers and pedestrians (21055 CVC).”
Deputies shall advise the C/C of a C3 response. The dispatcher shall seek acknowledgement from a field supervisor or the C/C watch commander.
Code 3 may be initiated by the deputy, field supervisor or the C/C watch commander whenever sufficient cause in known to exist for the timely protection of life or reduction of injury.
What factors should be considered for a pursuit/code 3 run?
Seriousness of offense and its relationship to community safety
Safety of the public and the pursuing deputy
Weather conditions
Time of day
Traffic conditions
Type of vehicles involved
Deputy’s knowledge of area
Deputy’s ability
Quality of radio transmissions
Known juvenile occupants in pursued vehicle
Pursuits will always be discontinued when:
Approaching the International Border
Ordered by a sworn supervisor
Danger outweighs the benefit of apprehension
Pursuits should not be initiated when:
Deputy is transporting a prisoner
Deputy has a ride-along, explorer, courtesy transport, citizen assist
While responding to an unrelated priority call
Immigration is the only offense
Pursuits may be terminated at any time by pursuing deputy. Other factors to consider are:
Driving on wrong side of roadway
Deputy loses contact with vehicle
Identification of suspects is known
Availability of aerial support
Supervisor's Responsibility Pursuit Policy 6.43
Upon notification of a pursuit in progress, the field supervisor and/or Communications Center Lieutenant assumes the responsibility to monitor and take appropriate action for pursuit control.
Any sworn supervisor on duty, the field Lieutenant, the Communications Center Lieutenant or any commanding officer has the authority to order a pursuit discontinued when, in their judgment, the potential safety risks outweigh the need for apprehension.
The pursuit supervisor shall ensure that no more units than necessary are involved. The Primary Pursuit Unit and the Secondary Unit are generally sufficient for the actual pursuit. Assisting units may be added for safety and security, with the supervisor’s approval.
The pursuit supervisor shall consider the following in deciding to add units:
The type of vehicle being pursued;
The seriousness of the offense;
The danger that the occupants of the vehicle being pursued pose to others;
The availability of aerial support; and
The type of intervention tactics considered.
When more than two units are permitted to participate in a pursuit, the supervisor shall as soon as reasonably possible, direct the additional units to discontinue the pursuit if no longer needed.
The supervisor shall make continual assessment during the progress of a pursuit. Factors to be considered include weather, vehicle and pedestrian traffic levels, roadway and environmental conditions, juvenile occupants in the suspect vehicle, the suspect has been identified to the point that later apprehension can be accomplished, and pursuit speed considerations.
The supervisor shall ensure that affected allied agencies are notified of the pursuit and specific assistance requested, including canine and air support.
The supervisor or designee shall, as necessary, contact pursuing deputies at the location of the pursuit termination to provide on-scene supervision, coordination, and evaluation.
Collisions involving Sheriff’s vehicles: P&P 5.4
Sheriff’s traffic units have primary responsibility within contract cities. In cases where another agency has jurisdiction, no parallel investigation will be conducted by a Sheriff’s traffic unit unless:
The agency of jurisdiction does not respond and complete an investigation
The employee was involved in a collision during a vehicle pursuit
Specifically requested by the responding supervisor or station command
The employee is involved in a collision which results in death or severe injury, to any party involved, as defined by SWITRS (Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System)
Death or serious injury shall be handled by a Reconstructionist.
Responsibility of the employee driver’s supervisor:
Conduct an on-scene investigation when possible.
Complete “Supervisors accident investigation report” (OES RM-3) and “Confidential vehicle accident report” (CD2). Collect copy of the driver’s written statement.
RM-2 and CD-2 must be forwarded to the traffic coordinator (Lieutenant Mike Cea) on the following business day.
Forward completed copy of the traffic collision report to risk management ASAP.
Determine if accident is chargeable or non-chargeable. Then forward the “Supervisors action / disposition report” through the chain of command.
Supervisors Responsibly Discharge of Firearm- P&P 8.2
The sergeant, upon notification of a deputy involved shooting, shall respond to the scene. The sergeant shall obtain a safety statement from the deputy involved.
The sergeant shall arrange transportation for the deputy involved in the shooting to the nearest Sheriff’s station. At no time shall the deputy drive from the scene to the station alone.
The sergeant is responsible for crime scene management. The sergeant will ensure there is sufficient manpower to secure the scene, separate witnesses, etc. in accordance with Section 6.33 Major Crime Scenes, Primary Responders.
The sergeant shall review all reports of the incident to ensure proper documentation has been made.
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 Detail 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 Detail Sergeant is notified.
Assign appropriate personnel to take the necessary Crime Report of the incident.
Public Safety Statement:
Are there any outstanding suspect, if so, please describe them and any vehicles and their last known direction of travel?
Are there any injured persons, if, 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 round were fired at you?
Are there any outstanding weapons and if so, do you know what type?
Incident commander’s responsibility for homicide scenes:
Be present during execution of all search warrants, parole, and 4th waiver searches of a residence of other large property
Is responsible for insuring all personnel adhere to applicable legal and P&P guidelines
Additionally:
Review and approve tactical plan
Review high risk entry checklist and insure high risk entries were offered to SED
Insure the target premises ARE THE ACTUAL premises described in the warrant
Insure the conditions described in the affidavit still justify the search
Confirm all personnel are adequately briefed and wearing appropriate safety equipment
Insure the warrant is executed and returned in a legal and timely manner
Conduct de-briefing at the conclusion of the operation
Insure warrant is properly returned to court and evidence is handled per proper procedure
Insure appropriate crime/arrest reports are completed in a timely manner
Who can sexual harassment be reported to?
Employee’s supervisor
Any supervisor
IA
County of San Diego Office of IA
CA State Department of Fair Employment and Housing (FEHC)
Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Supervisor’s Role and Responsibility – Sexual Harassment P&P 2.54 and 3.47
Section 2.54
Employees shall not participate in or allow behaviors or situations that they know or should know, constitute sexual harassment as outlined in state and federal law. Employees shall take swift action to stop the offensive behavior or correct the situation. Employees shall not retaliate in any way against a complaining party or witness involved in sexual harassment allegations.
Supervisor’s Role and Responsibility – Sexual Harassment P&P 2.54 and 3.47
Title VII of the U. S. Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Section 12940(h) of the California Government Code (Fair Employment and Housing Act) prohibit discrimination and sexual harassment. Discrimination and sexual harassment, whether verbal, physical, or environmental, is illegal, unacceptable and will not be tolerated within the San Diego County Sheriff's Department. This policy applies to all phases of pre-employment and employment.
Supervisor’s Role and Responsibility – Sexual Harassment P&P 2.54 and 3.47
It is the responsibility of all supervisors to establish and maintain a working environment which is free from discriminatory intimidation, ridicule, and insult.
Individual supervisors are responsible to report and/or effectively resolve all known discrimination and/or sexual harassment incidents.
Any supervisor who is informed or becomes aware of a suspected discrimination and/or sexual harassment incident shall take prompt corrective action.
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.
Complaint Procedure
It is the responsibility of all Sheriff's supervisors and managers to investigate and resolve any incidents or complaints of discrimination and/or sexual harassment. 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.
Supervisors receiving the complaint shall carefully and objectively listen to and evaluate the complaint. Supervisors will promptly and clearly inform the employee of his or her rights and how to protect them.
The supervisor shall conduct an investigation to determine whether or not wrongful conduct has been committed and take appropriate action. The investigation should include talking with the accused harasser and any witnesses.
If a formal complaint is requested, 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.
If a formal complaint is not requested but, in the supervisor's opinion, is warranted, the same procedures apply.
If it is requested and warranted for the complaint to be handled on an informal basis, the supervisor should exercise discretion in effectively resolving the situation. The supervisor shall document the incident and all follow-up actions. The documentation shall be kept in the counseled employee's station performance
file in accordance with Policy and Procedure Sections 3.3 and 3.20.
In any event, the supervisor will take action to stop the harassment and prevent any future incidents or retaliation against the complainant.
All situations which may involve discipline will be handled in accordance with the Peace Officer's Bill of Rights (Government Code 3300-3311) and Department Policy (Section 3.3 and 3.20). During the course of the investigation, the Department may temporarily or permanently reassign an involved subject(s) pending completion of a complaint
SED Activation:
Activations of SED will be initiated by the CC Watch Commander
POBOR: California Government code section 3300-3311.
When any public safety officer is under investigation and subjected to interrogation by his or her commanding officer, or any other member of the employing public safety department, that could lead to punitive action, the interrogation shall be conducted under the following conditions. For the purpose of this chapter, punitive action means any action that may lead to dismissal, demotion, suspension, reduction in salary, written reprimand, or transfer for purposes of punishment.
835a Penal Code
Any peace officer who has reasonable cause to believe that
the person to be arrested has committed a public offense may use
reasonable force to effect the arrest, to prevent escape or to
overcome resistance.
A peace officer who makes or attempts to make an arrest need not
retreat or desist from his efforts by reason of the resistance or
threatened resistance of the person being arrested; nor shall such
officer be deemed an aggressor or lose his right to self-defense by
the use of reasonable force to effect the arrest or to prevent escape
or to overcome resistance.
739(d) (1) Welfare and Institution
Whenever it appears that a minor otherwise within subdivision (a), (b), or (c) requires immediate emergency medical, surgical, or other remedial care in an emergency situation, that care may be provided by a licensed physician and surgeon or, if the minor needs dental care in an emergency situation, by a licensed dentist, without a court order and upon authorization of a probation officer. If the minor needs foot or ankle care within the scope of practice of podiatric medicine, as defined in Section 2472 of the Business and Professions Code, a probation officer may authorize the care to be provided by a podiatrist after obtaining the advice and concurrence of a physician and surgeon. The probation officer shall make reasonable efforts to obtain the consent of, or to notify, the parent, guardian, or person standing in loco parentis prior to authorizing emergency medical, surgical, dental, or other remedial care.
(2) For purposes of this subdivision, emergency situation means a minor requires immediate treatment for the alleviation of severe pain or an immediate diagnosis and treatment of an unforeseeable medical, surgical, dental, or other remedial condition or contagious disease that, if not immediately diagnosed and treated, would lead to serious disability or death. An emergency situation also includes known conditions or illnesses that, during any period of secure detention of the minor by the probation officer, require immediate laboratory testing, medication, or treatment to prevent an imminent and severe or life-threatening risk to the health of the minor.
Primary response to major crime scenes: P&P 6.33
The first deputy(s) on the scene shall, at a minimum, perform the tasks listed below. It may be necessary to obtain additional personnel to accomplish these duties:
Ensure Human Safety
Call for medical aid, if necessary.
Administer first aid.
Prevent risk to emergency responders and the public.
Apprehend the suspect.
Separate Shooters in Shooting Incidents
All shooters involved in a crime scene incident shall be separated and segregated as soon as practical. It is of paramount importance that the integrity of the investigation is not compromised with respect to obtaining clear statements from deputies involved in a shooting situation.
Establish a perimeter around the entire crime scene that is large enough to envelop and protect all evidence. Establish security by posting perimeter guards, or by physical barriers such as crime scene tape.
Preserve physical evidence
Evidence should not be unnecessarily moved or altered. Occasionally, conditions may exist that demand physical covering or movement of items of evidence.
Any tampering with the crime scene must be for justifiable cause.
Once legal control of the crime scene has been achieved, consider leaving a deputy inside to retain control and safeguard evidence. After ensuring there are no remaining hazards to personnel, conduct NO further search activities.
Restrict access to the crime scene.
Remove all persons, as practicable, from within the scene.
Remain outside the crime scene to the greatest extent possible.
Restrict all unauthorized persons from entering the scene.
Identify all persons who entered the scene for later entry on an official witness list.
Make necessary notifications.
Notification of follow-up investigations can be made personally or through the Communications Center. It may be necessary to provide a verbal summary of the incident so the investigative supervisor can determine necessary resources.
Request the Communications Center notify the chain of command as appropriate.
Identify and interview victims and witnesses.
Separate victims and witnesses from one another as appropriate.
Obtain detailed statements from available victims and witnesses.
Attempt to locate and obtain statements from additional victims and witnesses.
Accompany victims to the hospital, if necessary.
Identify suspects.
Detain suspects as appropriate.
Do not routinely inform suspects of their Miranda rights.
Do not question suspects in violation of Miranda.
Attempt to identify suspects at large.
Obtain as much information as possible about the suspects.
Broadcast a "B.O.L." for suspects as appropriate.
Ensure all suspects are accompanied by sworn personnel to the hospital to protect evidence and prevent escape.
Remain alert for spontaneous statements made by suspects. If statements are made, inform investigators of such statements and thoroughly document all statements on an official report form.
Prepare official reports.
The field supervisor shall designate a deputy to complete a Crime/Incident Report.
Additional reports shall be prepared at the discretion of the investigative supervisor.
Generally, any deputy who entered the crime scene, or who became involved with the incident, shall be required to prepare a report documenting related activities.
Investigators may, at the discretion of their supervisor, conduct tape recorded interviews of deputies that will result in formal, verbatim, documentation of the deputies activities. In that event, deputies may not be required to prepare written reports.
Unless otherwise directed, reports are due in final form prior to the end of shift.
Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board (CLERB) P&P 6.107
the Department liaison with the Citizens' Law Enforcement Review Board (CLERB). All complaints, subpoenas, correspondence, and inquiries from CLERB shall be referred to the Division of Inspectional Services command for review and handling.
Department employees shall provide all documents and information requested by the Division of Inspectional Services sergeant designated as the CLERB processor. (10-10-07)
Granting Requests, Schedules- MOA (Memorandum of Agreement)
Vacation schedules shall be arranged by the appointing authority in a manner
which assures appropriate coverage of service needs and considers the wishes
of the employees.
Each employee's vacation request shall be subject to the approval of the
appointing authority who shall determine when vacation time shall be taken. At
the discretion of the appointing authority, an employee's annual vacation time
may be divided into separate time periods if the needs of the service require such
division.
An employee may be permitted to alter his or her scheduled vacation time upon
the approval of the appointing authority. Vacation may be taken by an employee
for time segments of no less than one hour with the approval of the appointing
authority.
Bereavement Leave- MOA
Bereavement leave is paid leave which is available to an employee at the time of death
or funeral of a member of the employee's immediate family.
Eligibility
Only biweekly rate employees on paid status shall be eligible for paid
bereavement leave.
Amount of Leave
Bereavement leave shall not exceed three (3) work days for the death of a
member of the employee's immediate family. In addition, an employee shall be
entitled to use two (2) days of sick leave as bereavement leave.
Leave granted under this Section shall be taken at the time of the death or
funeral and shall not be deducted from other leaves of absence or compensatory
time off to which the employee may be entitled; except as provided immediately
above.
Immediate Family
Immediate family includes husband, wife, child, stepchild, brother, brother-in-law,
grandchild, parent, step-parent, parent-in-law, or any person serving as a parent,
or who has served as a parent, or any other person living in the same household
as the employee.
Definition of Grievance- MOA
A grievance is defined as an allegation by an employee, or a group of
employees, that the County has failed to provide a condition of employment
which is established by this Agreement or by the Sheriff's Policy and Procedure
Manual, provided that the enjoyment of the condition of employment is not made
subject to the discretion of the Sheriff or the County. This grievance procedure
shall not apply to matters:
Over which the Civil Service Commission has jurisdiction;
Covered by the Labor Relations Ordinance;
Concerning Performance Reports;
Concerning any other subject, unless the subject is covered by the
express terms of this Agreement or any portion of the Sheriff's Policy and
Procedure Manual that relates specifically to wages, hours and other
terms and conditions of employment.
Informal Discussion with Employee's Supervisor- MOA
Before proceeding to the formal grievance procedure, an employee shall discuss
his/her grievance with his/her immediate supervisor in private and attempt to
work out a satisfactory solution. If the employee and his/her immediate
supervisor cannot work out a satisfactory solution, the employee may then
choose to represent himself/herself individually, or he/she may request the
assistance of an employee representative of his/her choice who has been
designated pursuant to Article 2, entitled "Employee Representatives," in
reducing to writing and formally presenting the grievance.
Formal Written Grievance to Employee's Supervisor- MOA
If the employee chooses to formally pursue his/her grievance, he/she shall
present the written grievance to his/her immediate supervisor within fourteen
(14) working days after the date upon which the grieving employee informally
discussed the grievance with the supervisor. The written grievance shall specify
the Article, Section, and/or Subsection of this Agreement or the Sheriff's Policy
and Procedure Manual which is alleged to have been violated by the County, and
shall specify dates, times, places and persons, and other facts necessary to a
clear understanding of the matter being grieved. The immediate supervisor shall
return a copy of the written grievance to the employee with his/her answer
thereto in writing within fourteen (14) working days after receipt of the written
grievance. If the grievance is not resolved at this level, the employee shall have
seven (7) working days from receipt of the supervisor's answer within which to
file an appeal to the next level.
Grievance to Superior- MOA
The superior shall have seven (7) working days in which to review and answer
the grievance in writing after receipt. Although no meeting is required at this
level, the employee and his/her representative may be present at and participate
in any such meeting as the superior may choose to conduct. If the grievance is not resolved at this level, the employee shall have seven (7) working days from receipt of the written answer within which to file an appeal to the Sheriff.
The following incidents require a Critical Incident Review Board (CIRB) meeting
In-custody deaths, other than natural causes
Use of deadly force by department employee
Pursuits resulting in injuries requiring hospital admittance or major property damage
Serious injury or death resulting from actions of department member
Law enforcement related injuries resulting in hospital admittance
Discharge of firearm by sworn personnel (other than training)
Any other incident involving the discharge of firearm, major property damage, or major vehicle damage by department member
Any incident the Sheriff, Undersheriff, Assistant Sheriff or CIRB member wants reviewed
DOC- Department Operation Center
EOC- Emergency Operation Center
ERAT- Emergency Response Assistance Team
ICP- Incident Command Post
Unified Command
Incident Commanders from the various jurisdictions or organizations operating together to form a single commands structure.
Unity of Command
Personnel report to only one supervisor and receive work assignments only from their supervisors.
Chimmel
officers could reasonably search only the area within the immediate control of the suspect, as that area is where the suspect could reasonably reach for a weapon to threaten an officer or destroy inculpatory evidence.
Terry
police may conduct a limited search of a person for weapons that could endanger the officer or those nearby, even in the absence of probable cause for arrest and any weapons seized may be introduced in evidence.
. Mapp vs. Ohio
Exclusionary rule (Fruits of a poisoned tree)
1st responsibility of supervisor
to conduct himself in exemplary fashion and have good conduct for himself and subordinates
rout
2 or more people try to incite a riot
mayhem and aggravated mayhem
Mayhem is general intent to maim, In Aggravated mayhem the suspect must intend to maim victim.
interview and of an interrogation
An interview is to gather information, leads, suspect info, etc. An interrogation is to gather information, get admissions and confessions.
details needed in a search warrant
Are names, dates, addresses needed on the warrant to be able to seize these documents? NO IT DOES NOT HAVE TO BE THAT SPECIFIC.
What are the hours of night service for a search warrant
Night service is between 10 pm and 7 am An arrest warrant? Felony warrants are valid anytime, Misdemeanor warrants are 10pm – 6am unless night service is authorized.
. If an employee comes to you with an emotional question what should your as a supervisor do
Determine if problem will affect job or job safety, advise him to seek help, suggest he seek help, etc.
What is the goal of a performance eval
To make the employee better and to get the job done.
Level 1A deployment is a _________________.
Local emergency within a station area.
Contained and controlled with that station’s on duty resources.
Response for Level 1A deployment consists of______________.
Communications Center is advised of a local emergency.
Name and Rank of Incident Commander given to Communications Center.
Redeployment of personnel/equipment from only the affected station.
Communications Center notifies the station commander.
Extended shift overtime may be authorized.
Level 1B deployment is when _______________.
The affected patrol station’s resources are not sufficient to contain emergency.
Response for Level 1B deployment consists of_______________.
Communications Center will be notified that additional resources are needed.
Incident Commander remains with the station involved in the incident.
Redeployment of personnel/equipment consists of 50% of on duty patrol/detective units from adjacent stations.
Communications Center notifies the station commander and other agencies as required.
Field units remaining in service in the affected command and those commands that supply support units will only be dispatched to priority calls.
Extended shift overtime may be authorized.
Level IIA deployment is when a _________________.
Emergency escalates or will escalate to a level exceeding the ability of the responding forces.
Unable to contain or control within 4 hours from Level IB activation.
Response for Level IIA deployment consists of _______________.
Law Enforcement Services Bureau Area Commander, other command staff, or Communications Watch Commander declares Level IIA
Department Operations Center, (DOC) activated.
Emergency Planning Detail Lieutenant notified.
Redeployment of 50% of on duty Deputies/Detectives from of ALL patrol stations.
Call-back of all off-duty personnel including specialized investigations is begun.
E. Deputies assigned to Detentions and Detention Deputies are deployed.
Level IIB deployment is when the _______________.
Emergency escalates or will escalate to a level exceeding the ability of the Law Enforcement Bureau.
Unable to contain or control with 4 hours of Level IB activation.
Response for Level IIB consists of ______________________.
Law Enforcement Services Bureau Area Commander, other command staff, or Communications Center Watch Commander will declare Level IIB.
Emergency Planning Detail Lieteunant notified.
Department Operations Center (DOC) activated.
Redeployment of personnel/equipment from ALL Sheriff’s Department Bureaus.
Stations continue to deploy 50% of patrol/detective units.
Level III deployment is when the ________________.
Situation continues or will continue.
The exhaustion of ALL local mutual aid will occur with 8 hours
Response for Level III consists of ___________________.
The Sheriff or designee declares Level III.
Full Sheriff’s Department redeployment continues.
Requesting mutual aid from outside the county begins.
Department Operations Center (DOC) activation occurs when ____________.
The need for personnel/equipment becomes so extensive that patrol will be overwhelemed.
The need for local mutual aid is anticipated.
There is advanced notice of potential massive threat to life/property.
Activation is requested by any station supervisor or the Communications Center Watch Commander.
The (A) _____________ has overall responsibility for the incident and decides if (B) _________ staffing needs to be established.
Provides resources and support of all needed services, (Water, food, electricity, medical services, computers).
Finance consists of _______________.
Monitors cost of incident, does cost analysis, documents/processes claims for accidents and injuries.
An ICS incident has the following three locations set aside for operations:
Command Post
Staging Area (Away from Command Post)
Tactical Staging Area
A ______________ command is when the role of incident commander is shared by ___________ or more individuals who each have ________ in a different responding agency, but work together to form a single command structure.
Unified
Two
Authority
During a civil unrest the three main tactical objectives are to (A) __________, (B) ____________, and (C) ________________.
Contain-Contain disorder to smallest area possible.
Isolate-Prevent the growth of the disorder by denying access.
Disperse-Make arrests if appropriate.
An unlawful assembly is found under California Penal Code _______. The law states that when _______ or more people assemble together for the purpose of ___________ or _______________.
407
Two
Doing something illegal
Doing something legal but in a violent manner
Internal Affairs investigates complaints involving (A)_______, (B)_______, and (C)________________.
On duty misconduct allegations
Off duty criminal allegations
Off duty, non-criminal conduct that has a reasonable nexus to the employees job.
Employs can attempt to (A) _______ a complaint but shall never attempt to dissuade any citizen from (B) _______ a complaint.
Resolve
Lodging
Complaints of a minor nature, which are received (A) _______ days or more after the date of the alleged incident will (B) _______ not be investigated.
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Generally
Complaints that are received (A) ________ can mostly be resolved by the shift Sergeant if the complainant is satisfied, the allegation is minor, and the complainant doesn’t request a written complaint form.
Orally
Complaints that are received in (A) _______ form are always sent to IA and they decided how the complaint will be investigated from there.
Written
IA complaints are concluded in five ways ________________.
Sustained-True finding
Not Sustained- Insufficient evidence available to prove one way or the other.
Unfounded- Not true
Exonerated- Allegations were true but actions were lawful or within policy.
Resolved- Employee is now retired or deceased.
A supervisor who places a subordinate on Administrative Assignment shall notify (A) ____________ via their chain of command, no later than the (B) _____ working day.
IA
Next
Employees placed on Administrative Assignment pending an investigation shall not be removed for longer than (A) _________ calendar days except where the business necessities of the department require it. In any event the assignment will be reviewed after (B) _________ days and every (C) _____ days thereafter.
45
60
60
If IA or the Immediate Supervisor (Sergeant) concludes that misconduct has been committed the IA package will be forwarded to the (A) _______ level supervisor for disciplinary recommendation.
Second (Lieutenant if Deputy is focus of investigation).
If the IA investigation results in discipline, than a (A) _______ form will be served to the employee by the (B) _______________.
Notice of Proposed Discipline Action
Second level supervisor, (Lieutenant if Deputy is focus of investigation)
An employee may request a (A) ____________ conference for any proposed discipline other than a written reprimand. The employee shall have (B) ____ days in which to request the Skelly conference. The Skelly conference must take place within (C) ________ days unless both IA and the employee agree upon a waiver.
Skelly
5 working
10
After the Skelly conference or if no Skelly conference is requested the "Order of Discipline" form will be served by IA within (A) __________.
30 days
Once discipline is imposed an employee can request a Civil Service Commission hearing within (A) ____________.
10 calendar days
In cases of employee suspensions, the employee shall be notified by their supervisor when the suspension will (A) ________ and will it will (B) ____ and the suspension will be carried out in (C) ___________ working days.
Begin
End
Consecutive
A grievance is defined as an allegation by an employee/group that the County has failed to provide a condition of employment which is established by the (A) _______, (B) ___________, or (C) ____________.
MOA
SDSO Policy and Procedures
County Policy
Before proceeding to the formal grievance procedure, an employee shall discuss the grievance with their (A) _______ in private and attempt to work it out.
Supervisor
If the employee chooses to then file a formal grievance they must present the grievance in writing to their immediate (A) __________ within (B) ______ working days for professional staff and within (C) ______ working days for sworn staff from the date in which they discussed the grievance informally with the supervisor.
Supervisor
7
14
Grievances filed after (A) _________calendar days from the date of the incident will be considered stale and will not be accepted.
45
The sworn staff immediate supervisor has (A) _____ working days to respond to a grievance from the date it was received.
14
If the grievance is not resolved at the immediate supervisor level the employee may appeal to the next level of supervision. The next level supervisor had (A) ____ working days to respond to the grievance.
7
If the grievance is not resolved at the 2nd level of supervisor than the employee has (A) _________ working days to appeal to the SHERIFF.
7
In the event a grievance is not resolved by the SHERIFF the employee has (A) _______ days to request an arbitrator.
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When should DIS be notified:
A.ALL on duty or off duty OIS regardless of jurisdiction or injuries.
B. ALL on duty and off duty accidental discharges of firearms.
C. Shooting animals in self-defense or in defense of another.
D. Use of force resulting in media attention, serious injury or death.
E. ALL PREA sexual assault allegations occurring in a Sheriff's facility.
F. ALL K9 contacts.
G. Traffic pursuits resulting in a collision with moderate/serious property damage, injury or death.
H. ALL in-custody deaths
I. Work related injury or illness of SDSO personnel resulting in hospitalization or death.
J. ALL escapes or attempted escapes.
K. ALL erroneous releases.
L. ALL serious in custody injuries regardless of cause.
Discrimination and Sexual Harassment is found under policy and procedure section (A) _______
3.47
Discrimination and Sexual Harassment is prohibited under (A) ______ and (B) _______.
Title 7 of the US Civil Rights Act of 1964
Section 12940(h) of the California Government Code
Any supervisor who is informed or becomes aware of a suspected discrimination and/or sexual harassment incident shall take (A) _____ and (B) ______ action.
Prompt
Corrective
Supervisors have an obligation to (A) ______ all incidents and actions taken thereafter involving allegations of discrimination and sexual harassment.
Document
The documentation of discrimination or sexual harassment can be accomplished by either a (A) _______ or by (B) __________.
Formal complaint
Admonishing the harasser and documenting the incident
There are 5 alternative methods an employee can report discrimination or sexual harassment:
San Diego Sheriff's Department Internal Affairs
Sheriff's Employee Relations Division
San Diego County Office of Ethics and Compliance
California State Department of Fair Employment and Housing
Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
If it is requested and warranted a complaint of discrimination or sexual harassment can be handled (A) ___________ and the incident is documented and kept in the employees (B) __________.
Informally
Station Performance File
Their or only two ways to operate a vehicle when responding to calls for service:
Emergency
Non-Emergency
The definition of Code 3 entails a vehicle being driven in response to an (A) ____ situation, or while engaged in a (B)________, operation or being used in the immediate (C)______ of an actual or suspected violator of the law.
Emergency
Rescue
Pursuit
When a vehicle is being operated in a Code 3 manner the deputy driving shall use the (A) ________ and (B) ________ simultaneously at all times.
Emergency lights
Siren
A Deputy may use only the emergency lights while driving Code 3 if driving to a call where sound tactics suggest cutting the siren (A) ______ or if the use of the siren could (B) ______
Prior to arrival on scene in order to not alert the suspect
Increase the risk to the Deputy or others
A Code 3 response may be initiated by the (A) ________, (B) _______, or (C) _________.
Communications Center Watch Commander
Field Supervisor
Field Deputy
When receiving/responding to an 11-99 call, deputies must consider 4 factors:
Distance to 11-99 location.
Traffic and pedestrian congestion
Time of day and weather conditions
Proximity of other units to the 11-99.
Code 3 can be authorized under other circumstances as well such as, (A) ____, (B)____________, (C) ____________, and (D) ______________
Escorting for the purpose of preserving life.
Expediting the movement of supplies/personnel during an emergency.
MFF Platoon operations
Funeral Processions
In traffic collisions involving ONLY Sheriff's Department vehicles or County property and there are NO injuries a supervisor can (A) _______.
Waive the necessity for a law enforcement accident report
In cases where a traffic collision occurs in another jurisdiction, no parallel investigation will be done UNLESS, (A) ____________, (B) __________, (C) _________, or (D) _____________.
The other agency doesn't respond to take the accident report
Employee was involved in a collision during a traffic pursuit
Requested by the supervisor or station command
Employee was involved in a collision resulting in serious injury, or death
If an employee is involved in a traffic collision resulting in serious injury or death the investigation is overseen by the SDSO (A) _______ and the (B) ________ from the investigating station.
STAR Team
Traffic Supervisor
When an employee is involved in a traffic collision, they have the following 3 responsibilities:
Immediately notify the communications center
Request a traffic investigation by the responsible agency or station
Notify your supervisor
The 4 forms that must be completed after a traffic collision include:
Confidential Vehicle Accident Report
Deputy's report
Supervisor's Accident Investigation Report
Obtain an estimated cost to repair the damage
ALL reports from a traffic collision are sent to the Sheriff's Department's (A) __________ by the (B) ___________
Traffic Coordinator
Following business day
If a traffic collision is determined to be a CHARGEABLE or NON-CHARGEABLE event the investigating supervisor shall complete their Chargeable/Non-Chargeable investigation within (A) ______ days from the (B) _________.
60
Date of the incident
NON-CHARGEABLE traffic collisions are kept on file for (A) _____ and then (B)_____
Two years
Destroyed
CHARGEABLE traffic collisions resulting in formal discipline shall be kept on file for (A) _________
Forever
CHARGEABLE traffic collisions NOT resulting in formal discipline shall be kept on file for (A) ___________
5 years
If a collision results in an injury to an employee the employee must fill out a (A) __________.
Employee-Employer Report of Occupational Injury or Illness
The driver of an emergency vehicle is exempt from the rules of the road as long as the (A) ______ light and (B) _____ are activated.
Red
Siren
The rules of the road DO NOT relieve the driver of an emergency vehicle from driving with (A) ________.
Due regard for all people on the highway
One duty a supervisor has during a pursuit is to (A) __________ monitor it to determine whether or not it will continue.
Continually
Public safety factors to consider during a traffic pursuit include:
Seriousness of the offense
Safety of the public and deputy
Traffic Conditions
Weather Conditions
Speed
Time of Day
Road conditions
Location and familiarities of the area by the deputy
Radio communication
Juvenile occupants in pursued vehicle
Capabilities of the SDSO vehicle involved
Capabilities of SDSO personnel involved
Identity of suspect is known
There are 3 factors for ABSOLUTELY discontinuing a pursuit:
Approaching International Border
Directed to do so by any SWORN Supervisor
Danger to continue pursuit is too great
There are 4 reasons a pursuit would NEVER be initiated:
Carrying a prisoner, arrestee, detained person
Already responding to a Priority 1 call
Carrying an explorer, citizen ride a long
Illegal immigration is the only known offense.
Generally pursuits should be limited to (A) ______ units and one (B) ______, or (C) _______ units if the supervisor is not present.
Two
Supervisor
Three
The pursuit supervisor MUST acknowledge the (A) ______ and (B) _____ all additional units in a pursuit.
Request
Approve
Who can order a traffic pursuit to terminate:
ANY on duty sworn supervisor, (Sergeant, LT, etc…)
Communications Center Watch Commander
Who assumes responsibility of a pursuit once its initiated:
Field Supervisor
Communications Center Lieutenant
The pursuit supervisor can consider the following 5 things when deciding to add units to a pursuit:
Type of vehicle being pursued
Seriousness of the offense
Danger the vehicle occupants pose to others
Availability of aerial support
Type of intervention tactics to be used
Supervisor shall contact the pursuing deputies at the location of the pursuit termination to provide (A) ________, (B)___________ and (C) _________
On Scene Supervision
Coordination
Evaluation
Supervisors shall ensure vehicle pursuits are reported to the (A) ________ on a (B) _________________
Sheriff's Traffic Coordinator
Pat 15 form
The only exception for unmarked units without emergency equipment to initiate or join a pursuit is (A) ______.
Written authorization from the Assistant Sheriff of the Law Enforcement Bureau.
Pursuits that head south of (A) ___________ require notification to the (B) __________.
Highway 8
US Border Patrol, Us Customs, SDPD.
Shooting at or from a moving vehicle is (A) __________, prohibited except when immediately necessary to protect persons from (B) ________.
Generally
Death or serious bodily injury
Shooting at a vehicle for the SOLE purpose of disabling it is (A) ______
Prohibited
Forcible stops in which a vehicle is used to physically stop another vehicle or alter its course is allowed but only when the suspects actions constitute an (A) ___________, and generally only in (B) ________ cases.
Immediate and Life-threatening danger
Felony
When possible the approval of the (A) _______, (B) _______, or (C)________ shall be obtained prior to using forcible stops
Pursuit supervisor
Field supervisor
Communications watch commander
When a pursuit is entering another jurisdiction the agency responsible for the pursuit shall (A) ___________________.
Notify the agency of that jurisdiction
Patrol units will not join in an active pursuit from another agency unless, (A) ________ and only with the approval of a (B) ____________.
Specifically requested
Supervisor
When entering another agencies jurisdiction a supervisor from that agency can (A) _______ a pursuit at any time when they feel the pursuit is unsafe and a life threatening danger to the public.
Discontinue
Transfer of a pursuit from one agency to another occurs when (A) _______, (B) _________, and (C) ___________.
The pursuing agency requests the transfer
A supervisor from the assuming agency agrees to it
A unit from the assuming agency becomes the primary pursuit unit
The agency responsible for assuming custody of a suspect after a pursuit is usually the (A) _____________.
The agency who initiated the pursuit. [?]
All pursuits are subject to review by the (A) ____________
Critical Incident Review Board (CIRB)
Any information of a serious threat of physical harm against a Sheriff's employee or family member shall immediately be reported to (A) ______ and the (B) ______
Employee
Employee's Supervisor
When an employee and/or employees family members have a serious threat of physical harm made against them the supervisor shall notify the (A) ______ and (B) _________ to ensure the immediate safety of them employee and/or employee family members.
Employee
Take appropriate action
A supervisor shall also initiate immediate (A) ______ notification via the chain of command all the way to the appropriate (B) _________. In addition the supervisor shall immediately verbally report the threat to the (C) _______ Sergeant.
Verbal
Assistant Sheriff
Threat Assessment Group, (TAG)
The supervisor will ensure the threat is properly documented in a (A) _______ as well as in the (B) _______ reporting system.
Crime or Miscellaneous Report
NetRMS
A deputy will take complete a crime report for (A) _____ instances involving a (B) _______.
All
Bomb threats or devices
The crime report will be forwarded to the (A) ______ by (B) _________.
Bomb-Arson Unit
As soon as practical
Major crime scenes require the following tasks:
Ensure Human Safety-(Medical Aid)
Apprehend the Suspect
Separate shooters in a shooting scene
Establish a perimeter
Preserve physical evidence
Identify ALL persons who enter the scene on witness list
Make necessary notifications
Identify and Interview victims/witnesses
Identify Suspects
Remain alert for spontaneous statements by suspects
Prepare reports
When deputies use force they must verbally tell their supervisor of the use of force, (A) _________, but no later than (B) ___________. However, when the force that is used results in a complaint of injury or an injury requiring medical treatment the deputy must notify the supervisor (C) ___________.
As soon as practical
End of shift
Immediately
Deputies are allowed to use force under Penal Code Section (A)__________ The use of force by Deputies is allowed in order to (B)__________, (C)__________, and (D)____________.
835(a)
Effect an arrest
Prevent escape
Overcome resistance
All deputies who witness force resulting in serious injury must (A) _________their observations in (B) _______.
Document
Writing
A Use of Force form (SO-120) will be completed by each (A) ___________who uses force. During incidents where force is used on multiple subjects a separate use of force form shall be completed for each (B) __________ the force was used upon.
Deputy
Person
Homicide will investigate and interview the deputy(s) when the use of force results in (A) ________ and all (B) ________ even if the suspect was not injured from the shooting.
Death
Office Involved Shootings (OIS)
A Use of Force Form will be submitted to the supervisor no later than (A) ________.
The end of shift
All Use of Force forms and associated reports are forward to the (A) _______.
Division of Inspectional Services (DIS)
A supervisor shall respond to the (A) _________ or the (B) _________ to investigate uses of forces that result in complaint of injury or an injury requiring medical treatment.
Scene
Medical Facility
In cases where the use of force results in serious injury the supervisor shall (A) _______ the subject about the use of force incident and (B) _____ the interview when possible. The supervisor will then notify the (C) __________of their findings.
Interview
Record
Station/Facility commander OR Communications Watch Commander
In cases where the use of force results in a complaint of injury or an injury requiring medical treatment the supervisor will ensure the following 3 things are accomplished:
All witnesses identified and interviewed
Photographs were taken of all injuries, non-injuries, and property damage
All legal means were used in an attempt to obtain medical treatment records
Use of Force of any degree must be (A) _______ and (B) ___________.
Necessary
Reasonable
In ALL cases where force is used, photographs will be taken of the (A) _______ regardless of injuries.
Suspect
Serious injury is defined as these 6 conditions:
Loss of consciousness
Concussion
Bone fracture
Loss or impairment of bodily function/organ
Wounds requiring stitches
Serious disfigurement
When an adult prisoner in the field requires medical treatment as the result of physical force being applied by a deputy and the prisoner refuses medical treatment the arresting deputy WILL complete a (A) ____________. The original form will be given to the (B) ____________ and a copy will be attached to the (C) __________
Refusal of medical treatment form
Jail
RMS report
Levels of Resistance include these 5 things:
Verbal noncompliance-Expresses unwillingness to comply.
Passive resistance-Refuses verbal commands, but no physical resistance
Active resistance-Physical resists without trying to cause Deputy harm.
Assaultive behavior-Verbal threats or physical action taken to harm Deputy
Aggravated active aggression-Potentially leading to serious injury/death.
Deputies in the field shall equip their vehicle with a (A) __________, and a (B) ___________ firearm.
Shotgun
Rifle
Warning or attentions shots from a firearm are (A) __________ prohibited.
Generally
An unintended discharge of a firearm requires the deputy to notify the (A) _________. The Supervisor ensures the Deputy also notifies the (B) _____________. The ONLY exceptions are when the unintended discharge occurs in a (C) __________ or during (D) ____________.
Communications Center
Weapons Training Unit
Loading Barrel
Department firearm qualification and training
If a Deputy has an unintended discharge of a firearm into a loading barrel a supervisor must complete a (A) ___________. The completed report is sent to (B) _____________. There will be no (C) ______________ or (D) ___________ investigation.
Administrative Investigation
DIS
Discipline
IA
During a Deputy involved shooting a Supervisor shall respond to the scene and obtain a (A) _________ from the Deputy involved in the shooting.
Safety Statement
The Supervisor shall arrange (A) ______________ for the Deputy involved in the shooting to the nearest Sheriff's Station. At no time will the Deputy drive from the scene to the station (B) ________.
Transportation
Alone
At the scene of a shooting the Supervisor is responsible for (A) _________ and shall following the guidelines set forth in the (B) _________ section of policy and procedures.
Crime Scene Management
Major Crime Scenes (6.33)
During an OIS shooting the Supervisor will also do the following 5 items:
Proceed to the scene
Separate and Remove from the scene all deputies involved in the shooting
Assume supervision of the scene until Homicide Unit arrives.
Ensure the station Lieutenant and Captain are notified as well as the on call Homicide Sergeant
Ensure someone takes a Crime Report
At the scene of a shooting, all personnel involved, witnesses, or having pertinent information, will submit a (A) _______________ prior to the (B) __________.
Report
End of shift
If a Deputy discharges their weapon in a shooting in another jurisdiction the investigation rests with (A) _______________.
The agency whose jurisdiction the shooting occurred in.
In addition to the above, the following 4 things will also occur:
Deputy will notify the agency whose jurisdiction they are in
Deputy will notify our Communications Center
On Call Homicide Sergeant and Station Captain will be notified
Copies of other agencies reports given to SDSO for review.
If another agency is involved in a shooting in SDSO jurisdiction the shooting will be investigated by (A) ___________.
SDSD
A statewide Amber Alert cannot be requested without the affected station commander (A) __________ being notified. Once authorized the alerts go through the (B) __________ law enforcement agency for a statewide activation.
Captain/Lieutenant
CHP
A missing person is considered AT RISK when they fall under these 5 categories:
No pattern of missing/RJ
Victim of foul play or crime
Family Abductions
Suffers from a mental condition that impairs their cognitive abilities
In need of medical attention or requires medication to live
Under the age of 12
When a missing person is AT RISK a deputy has (A) ______ hours from the CAD entry to have them entered into the missing persons system.
2
If a missing person is suffering from Alzheimer's/Dementia you must notify (A) _______ even if they are immediately located
APS
A routine missing person must be entered into the missing person's system (A) ________________, and the report must be completed and turned into a supervisor by (B) __________
As soon as possible, but no later than the end of shift
The end of shift
When a deputy takes a report of a missing person from another jurisdiction, it is the deputy's responsibility to notify (A) _____________ that the person is missing and give them, (B) ______________.
The other jurisdiction
Missing persons information
AMBER alerts can be issued when a child is in (A) __________ danger of (B) ____________.
Imminent
Serious bodily injury or death
Once a supervisor believes the criteria for an AMBER alert has been met, they shall first notify the (A) _________________
Communications Center Watch Commander
A patrol supervisor shall prepare a brief announcement that will be given to the Communications Center Watch Commander via fax or email. The items to include are these 9 things:
A child was reportedly abducted
Where the abduction took place
When the abduction took place
Description of the child
Description of the abductor
Vehicle description
Direction of travel
Telephone number for public to contact
Statement that no action should be taken by the public other than to inform police
If a missing child is found to be an involuntary missing or believed to be in imminent danger of serious bodily injury or death, the (A) _____________will be notified and take over the investigation.
Homicide Unit
When you locate a missing person from another jurisdiction the Deputy will print out a copy of their own report and send it to (A) _________________.
The jurisdiction that took the missing person report
The supervisor should be contacted (A) _____________________ when an employee receives a cut, puncture, or stick from a needle.
As soon as practical
An employee must complete a (A) ____________ form on all contacts with potential or suspected sources of disease.
Report of Occupational Injury (MLU-4)
The report of occupational injury form shall be faxed to the (A) __________ within (B) __________ hours of the report being made.
Sheriff's Medical Liaison Unit
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If a contact with a potential source of disease RESULTS IN INFECTION or PHYSICAL INJURY the employee shall fill out the following 5 forms:
Report of occupational injury
Employee Claim for Workers Comp Benefits
Medical Disability Status Report
Proof of Service
Authorization to Obtain/Release medical information
If a contact with a potential source of disease RESULTS IN INFECTION or PHYSICAL INJURY the supervisor shall fill out the following form:
Supervisor's Accident Investigation Report
High risk building entries require two forms:
Operational Plan
SED High Risk Entry Checklist
If a request is made by an outside LE Agency the SDSO supervisor will do 4 things:
Meet and discuss mission with that agency's supervisor
Ensure high risk issues have been addressed by applying our SED checklist
Ensure all deputies are deployed appropriately
Decline to participate if the mission doesn't meet the standards of our department.
A supervisor (A) _______ be present at all 4th waiver searches, parole searches, and search warrants involving a residence or large property.
Shall
The ONLY exception to not having a supervisor review an Operations (OPS) plan or SED High Risk Entry checklist prior to implementing an entry into a location is when doing so would cause a (A)_____________ and thus hamper the ability to prevent
Delay
Human death or injury
A Supervisor is not required to be present during a probation or parole compliance check/search of a residence under the following circumstances ___________________. However, the supervisor shall be notified of the operation prior to it being conducted.
Tracking Known Offenders (TKO)
County Parole Alternative Custody Unit (CPAC)
Sheriff's Analysis Driven Law Enforcement Team (SADLE)
A supervisor will do the following prior and after the search of a residence__________.
Review Operational Plan
Review High Risk Entry Checklist
Insure the target matches the premises in the search warrant
Insure the conditions in the affidavit still justify the search
Confirm personnel are briefed and wearing their safety equipment
Insure warrant is executed and returned in timely manner
Conduct a team briefing after the operation
Insure all reports are completed in a timely manner
A field supervisor (A) _______ be present during forced blood draws and (B) _________ its use.
Must
Approve
Absent exigent circumstances or a 4th waiver a (A) __________ must be obtained in order to do a forced blood draw.
Search Warrant
Forced blood draws will not be conducted when the crime is a misdemeanor charge unless there is a (A) _____________. The ONLY misdemeanor charge exception is a (B) _______________ and the deputy MUST obtain a (C) ____________ prior to having the forced blood draw.
4th waiver
DUI
Search Warrant
All forced blood draws will be recorded by (A) ___________________
Videotape
A forced blood draw also requires a (A) __________form along with the Arrest Report.
Use of Force
Requests for activating the Crisis Negotiations Team shall be done through (A) ___________.
Communications Center Watch Commander
The criteria for activating the Crisis Negotiations Team involves 3 things:
Suspect is a threat to the lives/safety of others or themselves
Suspect believed/known to be armed
Suspect refuses or unwilling to respond to deputies on scene
A request for SED shall be made by a Supervisor and based on 5 criteria's:
Suspect involved or believed involved in a serious crime
Suspect is believed/known to be armed
Suspect is a threat to the lives/safety of citizens or law enforcement
Suspect is in a position of advantage
Suspect refuses to submit to arrest
The request for SED will be made through the (A)______________
Communications Center Watch Commander
The following areas need to be established AT ALL tactical operations:
An Incident Command Post
A Tactical Staging Area
A Crisis Negotiations Staging Area
A location for Press Briefings
When SED accepts the mission they will need the following information:
Name and telephone number of the Incident Commander
Location of the Incident Command Post
Safe Route of Approach
SED is used to help support the INCIDENT COMMANDER and they receive their missions from the (A) _____________________.
Incident Commander
During a SED mission a (A)_________________ shall not dictate the tactics to be used by SED. The person in charge of the TACTICAL MISSION is the (B)______________. However, the (C)____________ is responsible for the overall operation and as such they can modify or withdraw any SED mission at any time.
Non-Tactical Supervisor
SED Lieutenant
Incident Commander
The (A)_______________ is responsible for notifying the appropriate command staff at every tactical operation.
Communications Center
The purpose of using a Body Worn Camera includes (But not limited to):
Record all law enforcement related contacts
Capture crimes in progress
Document the initial department response
Discover evidentiary items
Aid in the documentation of victim, witness, and suspect statements
Maintain evidence for court
The BWC policy and procedures is outlined under (A)___________
6.131
Any damage to a BWC shall be reported immediately to the (A) _________
On duty supervisor
Inoperable BWC shall be returned to the (A) _________________ as soon as possible.
Sheriff's Data Services Division
Deputies or Supervisors involved in administrative investigations involving a complaint against a member of the SDSO must (A) __________ the complainants or witnesses that they are (B) ___________.
Inform
Recorded
The BWC shall be used to record all law enforcement contacts and they shall be activated (A) _________ to actual contact with citizens OR as soon as (B) _________.
Prior
Safely Possible
While using the BWC to record suspect interviews the employee shall ensure they record any (A) ______________ as well.
Admonishments (Miranda/Beheler)
Deputies shall use BWC during the execution of the following 4 types of searches:
Search warrant
Arrest warrant
4th Waiver
Consent
Deputies in plain clothes assignments are (A) ________ to use BWC. Deputies who are in plain clothes assignments and then work in a uniformed patrol assignment are(B) ____________ to wear a BWC.
Not required
Required
Deputies shall not use BWC to record non-work related activities OR other listed activities such as, shift briefings, locker/restroom areas, administrative hearings, court proceedings, as well as (A) __________________, (B)____________, (C)______________, and (D)____________.
Patient medical/psychological evaluations including PERT interviews
Intentionally recording confidential informants and undercover deputies
Secretly record other members of the department
Inside a mental health facility unless responding to a radio call and the suspect is still present OR transporting a person to a psychiatric facility.
If a victim/witness refuses to give a statement while the BWC is activated, (No obligation to tell them BWC is on unless it’s a complaint investigation only) than the Deputy will first (A) ______________on the recorder the reason for turning it off and document the incident in both the special studies section of (B) _______________, and in their (C) __________.
Verbally notate
NetRMS
Report
Deputies will download all BWC recordings into the (A) ____________ at the end of (B) ____________.
Evidence Transfer System
Shift
Deputies in the field shall also document the use of BWC on all (A) ___________ and (B) _____________.
Field Interviews
Citations
The use of BWC during a Field Interview will be documented in the (A) ___________ and in the Traffic Citation it will documented in the (B) ____________.
Narrative
Case Number Box
Deputies/CSO's can review their own BWC video prior to the completion of their reports OR prior to giving a statement during a critical incident. (True or False).
True
Deputies/CSO's can review BWC of other Deputies/CSO's prior to the completion of their reports or giving a statement (True or False). Unless it's necessary for evidentiary purposes and they have obtained the permission of a (B)____________.
False
Supervisor
If a BWC viewing takes place BEFORE a Deputy/CSO writes their report it shall be documented in their (A) _____________
Report
Deputies/CSO’s are allowed to review BWC video prior to testifying in court and depositions (True or False).
True
BWC evidence can be viewed for Administrative Purposes under the following circumstances:
A member of SDSO is injured or killed
Use of force resulting in complaint of injury, injury, or death
In custody death
Police Pursuit
Firearm is discharged
Any Less-lethal discharged
Traffic collisions involving SDSO personnel
In preparation for Civil proceedings
Prior to a legal request
Prior to any court/administrative testimony
Investigations by SDSO, (IA complaint)
Any improper conduct discovered during a review of BWC video shall be brought to the attention of a (A) _________________
Supervisor
BWC recordings can be used for SDSO training purposes upon obtaining the written authorization of the (A) __________, and upon giving the Deputies/CSO’s involved/captured in the BWC recording at least a (B) ________ day notice of the intended use of the recording for training purposes. Once the notice is given, the (C)_______________ shall obtain approval from the Chain of Command and Sheriff's Legal prior to department wide distribution.
Assistant Sheriff of Human Resources or their Designee
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Training Lieutenant
When circumstances requires the immediate retrieval of a BWC recording a (A)________ shall ensure the BWC system is secured and maintain the chain of custody.
Superivsor
Deputies/CSO's shall not make personal copies of any BWC recordings OR pair any personal devices to the BWC equipment. (A) True or False.
True
Deputies will typically not allow the public to view any BWC recordings, HOWEVER, a Deputy has discretion and is allowed to replay a BWC recording for a citizen in order to prevent a possible minor complaint, (A) True or False.
True
An employee who receives a BELOW STANDARD evaluation can request a (A) ____________ midway through the employee’s next appraisal cycle.
Supplemental Appraisal
All appraisals shall be issued to the employee within (A) ___________days from the close of their appraisal period and the appraisal should be filed within (B) _______ days with the Human Resources Department.
30
10
An employee can appeal to their appointing authority when an appraisal has not been issued. The appointing authority has (A) ________ days to provide the appraisal to the employee.
5
An employee has (A) ________ days to consider the performance appraisal before signing it unless both parties agree to a modified time frame.
5
The appointing authority shall appoint an appeal officer within (A) ______ days of receiving the appeal.
7
A copy of the disputed appraisal and any supporting documentation shall be given to the employee within (A) __________ days of receiving the appeal.
5
An appeal officer shall meet with both parties, (Supervisor and Employee) within (A) _________ days from the date of being appointed to review the appeal.
30
The appeal’s officer shall issue to the employee a written final decision and a copy of the final performance appraisal within (A) ___________days after they have concluded their meetings with both the Supervisor and Employee.
5
The appointing authority may agree or modify the appeal officer’s findings within (A) _________days of receiving the appeal’s officer’s report.
5
An employee may respond to the appointing authority’s findings/recommendations within (A) ____________days of receiving the decision.
5
The appointing authority’s FINAL decision and a copy of the FINAL appraisal shall be given to the employee within (A) _________ from the employees receiving the intended decision.
10
An interrogation shall be conducted at a (A) __________ hour and if it is done during off-duty time public safety officer shall be (B) __________.
Reasonable
Compensated
A public safety officer shall be informed prior to an interrogation the (A) ______, (B) _________and (C) __________ of the officer in charge of the interrogation and the (D) __________ of the investigation.
Rank
Name
Command
Nature
There can be no more than (A) ________ interrogators at one time.
2
The interrogation shall be for a (A) _________ amount of time.
Reasonable
An officer who refuses to respond to questions or submit to an interrogation shall be informed that failure to answer questions may result in (A) _________.
Punitive Action
A complete interrogation of a public safety officer may be recorded, (A) ______True or False).
True
A public safety officer will have access to any (A) _________ made during an interrogation and a (B) ________ copy of any notes, reports, or complaints except those that are deemed confidential by the department.
Recordings
Transcribed (Written)
The public safety officer has the right to record an interrogation (A) ______ (True or False).
True
Prior to an interrogation if it is deemed that the public safety officer may be charged with a criminal offense the interrogator shall immediately inform the public safety officer of their (A) _____________.
Constitutional Rights
If the public safety officer may be charged with a criminal offense the public safety officer has the right to be (A) __________ by a person of his/her choice during an interrogation.
Representation (A lawyer, but it could be anyone they request)
A public safety officer shall not be (A) _______ or (B)_______ reassigned to a location or duty assignment they would not normally be sent.
Loaned
Temporarily
A public safety officer shall cooperate with other agencies criminal investigations if ordered, (A) __________ (True or False).
True
A public safety officer shall not have any adverse comment entered into their personnel file or any other file by his employer without having first (A)_______ and (B) _________ the document containing the adverse comment, EXCEPT if the officer (C) _______ to sign the adverse document.
Read
Signed
Refuses
A public safety officer has (A) ________ days to file a written response to any adverse comment entered into their personnel file.
30
No public safety officer shall be compelled to submit to a (A) __________ examination against their will.
Polygraph
NO public safety officer shall have their (A) _______ or other space that is assigned to them searched without their (B) ___________, or without their (C) ________ unless there is a search warrant, OR where the employee has been (D) ________ that a search will be conducted.
Locker
Presence
Consent
Notified
An employee can accumulate a maximum of (A) _________ hours of Non-FLSA compensatory time off and a maximum of (B) _________ hours of FLSA compensatory time off.
40
120
In order to receive the pay rate given in a TAD assignment the length of the assignment must be over (A) ________weeks along, but not exceed (B) ________ weeks in length.
4
26
An employee can accumulate a maximum of (A) ____________ hours of floating holiday time off.
25.5
An employee is allowed (A) __________ days of bereavement leave and entitled to an additional (B) _______days of sick leave during a death of employee's immediate family.
3
2
An employee is entitled to a maximum of (A) ____________days of paid sick leave in a (B) ____________ month period for the purpose of caring for their immediate family who is ill or injured.
60
12
If practicable, an employee must provide (A) ____________ days' notice either orally or I writing when ordered to military service.
30
The amount of leave for an employee under Administrative investigation shall be up to (A) _____working days for each separate set of circumstances. The leave may be extended for up to an additional (B) _________ working days if more time is needed to complete the investigation.
10
20
Employees shall have up to (A) _________ hours to report for drug/alcohol testing after notification.
4
The voting members of Critical Incident Review Board (CIRB) are the following individuals.
Commander from Law Enforcement
Commander from Court Services
Commander from Detention Services
The non-voting members of CIRB are the following individuals:
Chief Legal Adviser
Commander from Human Resources
A preliminary CIRB meeting will take place within (A) __________ weeks of the critical incident.
2
A standard CIRB meeting will take place within ________ days of the completion of the initial investigation into the incident OR within ________ days of a District Attorney's critical incident review letter.
30
30
Homicide will be notified immediately when_______________.
Homicides or suspicious/unexplained deaths
Deaths of prisoners
Adult kidnappings with victim still being held hostage
All OIS
Accidental discharges by ON-DUTY personnel resulting in injury or death to anyone
Use of force that results in death or death likely
Unexpected or sudden infant deaths
Any unexplained death or death is likely when the person is under the age of 18 (CAU Sergeant is notified too)
Suicides involving juveniles, high profile people, public figures, and witnessed but suspicious suicides.
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
CIRB
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?
P&P 6.57
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)
MUPS
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)
DOC
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 <strong>not</strong> 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
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?
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)
Exposures - Deputy Responsibilty
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
Exposures - Supervisor responsibilty
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)
Pursuit T/C Responsibilty?
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 define -
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 is an 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
UOF - Supervisor's Responsibilities
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.
Deputy Collision - Supervisor's Responsibility
By the next business day, send the Traffic Coordinator -
Deputy's Report or Driver’s written statement; and,
Obtain a copy of the traffic collision report and forward to Traffic Coordinator when available
OIS - Supervisor's Responsibility
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
Deputy T/C - Supervisor
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 lineup
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
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:
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 Persons: 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 or will not respond?
Will Not:
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
Will Respond:
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 65 years of age or older. A “dependent adult” is defined as any person who is between the ages of 18 and 64 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 18 and 64 who is admitted as an inpatient to a 24-hour health facility.
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.
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 (in 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
What is a Steagald Warrant?
A Steagald Warrant is a Search Warrant allowing entry into a third-party residence for the purpose of serving an Arrest Warrant on a person who has no Standing for the residence to be searched.
What is a Ramey Warrant?
A Ramey Warrant could be obtained by law enforcement before formal charges are filed. Simply put, a Ramey Warrant is an arrest warrant issued by a judge or magistrate before a prosecutor files formal criminal charges. Thus, the primary difference from a traditional arrest warrant is the timing of the warrant.
Deputies Associations with convicted felons -
P&P 2.9 - 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
What organization 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.
Sergeant's approval of an Ops Plan
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 custodial questioning?
If he requests it.
Would Internal Affairs investigate a frivolous complaint?
No
What is the purpose of the Division of Inspectional Services (DIS) in a critical incident?
Warrantless searches...
Mission Statement
We provide the highest quality public safety service to everyone in San Diego County.
Core Values
Honesty
Integrity
Loyalty
Trust
Respect
Fairness
Diversity
What services does S.E.D. provide?
Chemical Agents
Crowd Control
Detentions Facilites Support (escapes, riots, extractions)
Court Services Support (High profile proceedings)
Investigations Support
Patrol Support
High Value Protected Persons
Tactical Support
Training
Special Events
Warrant Service
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 5working days in which to request a Skelly Conference. The Skelly Conference must take place within 10working days of the request for the conference. A waiver of the 10working 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.
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.
RIPA
Racial and Identity Profiling Act
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: Authorization to Retain Electronic Communication Information Voluntarily Provided. 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 District Attorney Liaison to the Sheriff's Department. 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 3 court days.
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
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 21055 and 21056.
P&P 5.4 Collisions involving Sheriff's vehicles
P&P 3.3 Disciplinary Procedures
P&P 3.2 Complaints Against Sheriff's Employees
P&P 3.16 Occupational Injuries, Illness or Death
P&P 6.33 Major Crimes, Primary Responders
P&P 6.43 Vehicle Pursuit
P&P 6.54 Claims Procedures
What terminology is now used for the following items and what weapons type are they used from?
Less Lethal Weapons System - Specialty Munitions, LL Shotgun
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)
The first deputy(s) on the scene of a major incident/crime scene shall be responsible for what tasks?
<answer>
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</answer>
An "At Risk" missing person is one who:
<answer>
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</answer>
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:
<answer>
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</answer>
What is needed for a forced blood draw?
Absent articulable exigent circumstances, if a forced blood draw is needed, a <span style="background-color:#ffff00;"><strong>SEARCH WARRANT</strong></span> needs to be obtained prior to the blood being drawn. Or the suspect has a valid <span style="background-color:#ffff00;"><strong>4th waiver</strong></span>.
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:
<answer>
MLU-4 Report of Occupational Injury
RM-3 Supervisor Investigation</answer>
For a work related injury what forms are needed for Full Work Comp Claim:
<answer>
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</answer>
For a work related Exposure what forms are needed:
<answer>
MLU-4 Report of Occupational Injury
RM-3 Supervisor Investigation</answer>
The Workers’ Compensation Code of Regulations requires the treating 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.
<answer>
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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
Vehicle Collisions:
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.</question>
<answer>
60
60</answer>
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:
<answer>
Type or nature of the incident
Traffic and pedestrian congestion;
Time of day
Road and weather conditions</answer>
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:
<answer>
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</answer>
<question>
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.</question>
<answer>
60
60th</answer>
<question>
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.</question>
<answer>
60
10th</answer>
Case clearances include:
<answer>
Arrest
Exception
Unfounded
Suspended
Arrest
Submitted DA
No Pros
Unfounded
Department Closure
To City Attorney
DA Reject
Located Missing Person
Cancel Case Number</answer>
IA investigations time frames over one year? why can they go longer?
<question>
<strong>Appeals to Discipline
</strong>The appeal process for members of this Department is as follows:
<strong>Written Reprimand</strong>
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.
<strong>Suspensions and Pay Step Reductions</strong>
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.
<strong>Demotion</strong>
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.
<strong>
</strong><strong>Termination</strong>
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.</question>
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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:
<answer>
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:
<answer>
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.</answer>
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:
<answer>
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.</answer>
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:
<answer>
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</answer>
Intoxicated juveniles who are detained are at risk for serious medical consequences. Intoxicated and Substance Abusing Juveniles must:
<answer>
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</answer>
A forced blood draw needs to meet the following criteria:
<answer>
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.</answer>
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:
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.
<answer>
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</answer>
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)
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<em>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. </em>
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?</question>
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. TRUE or FALSE?
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?
<answer>
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.</answer>
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.)
