Administrative Investigations in Law Enforcement Quiz

Who is required to conduct an administrative investigation for incidents involving Division personnel engaged in possible misconduct?

What is the purpose of administrative investigations in the Division?

In which situations is an administrative investigation required to be documented in an investigative letter format?

According to the Grandview Heights Police Supervisor's Manual, who should conduct the administrative investigation for a vehicular pursuit involving a primary involved employee?

Within how many days should the investigating supervisor complete and forward an administrative investigation after becoming aware of the incident?

What should supervisors do to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive or personal information gathered during an investigation?

Which type of administrative investigation may involve significant investigation and documentation?

Who is required to conduct an administrative investigation for a traffic crash involving a City vehicle or marked unit operated by a Division employee?

When is an administrative investigation required for an employee falling into AWOL status?

According to the guidelines for conducting an administrative investigation, why is it important to respond immediately to the scene when notified of an incident?

What is the recommended method of conducting interviews during an administrative investigation according to the guidelines?

What should be recorded during the canvass of the area for an administrative investigation according to the guidelines?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended step when conducting interviews with potential witnesses?

When should interviews with primary involved Division personnel be conducted?

What is the purpose of collecting photographs during an administrative investigation?

Why is it important to address discrepancies between witness statements during an investigation?

What is the purpose of preparing sketches, diagrams, or taking measurements during an investigation?

What type of evidence may be reviewed as part of an administrative investigation?

When should Division personnel photograph injuries to sensitive areas during an administrative investigation?

What should the investigating supervisor do regarding associated paperwork during an administrative investigation?

What is the purpose of an investigative letter in an administrative investigation?

When should an investigative letter be written in an administrative investigation?

Where can examples of investigative letters be found?

Who is responsible for reviewing administrative investigations for errors and sending them back for corrections if needed?

What type of evidence may be required for an administrative investigation?

Who should provide commentary and recommendations regarding the disposition of the incident or other peripheral issues rose, or in an attached letter of information?

According to the Grandview Heights Police Supervisor's Manual, when should a Prosecutor's Notification of Administrative Investigation be sent to the appropriate prosecutor's office?

What should supervisors do to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive or personal information gathered during an investigation?

When should an investigative packet be completed and forwarded for review to the chain of command during an administrative investigation?