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Where are arrested persons' identities initially verified?
Where are arrested persons' identities initially verified?
Which of the following actions is NOT a responsibility of BCSO deputies regarding U-Visas?
Which of the following actions is NOT a responsibility of BCSO deputies regarding U-Visas?
Under what circumstance can a deputy perform a Terry stop related to identification?
Under what circumstance can a deputy perform a Terry stop related to identification?
If a deputy questions the validity of an identification, what is the next step they should take?
If a deputy questions the validity of an identification, what is the next step they should take?
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Which of the following is NOT explicitly listed as a valid form of identification?
Which of the following is NOT explicitly listed as a valid form of identification?
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According to the provided guidelines, what is the primary purpose of the Bexar County Sheriff's Office (BCSO)?
According to the provided guidelines, what is the primary purpose of the Bexar County Sheriff's Office (BCSO)?
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Under what circumstance can a deputy inquire into the immigration status of a victim or a witness?
Under what circumstance can a deputy inquire into the immigration status of a victim or a witness?
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What is required for deputies to refer a person to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)?
What is required for deputies to refer a person to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)?
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How does the BCSO assist victims of certain crimes who have assisted law enforcement?
How does the BCSO assist victims of certain crimes who have assisted law enforcement?
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What action should deputies take if they have reasonable suspicion that someone is a victim or suspect in human trafficking?
What action should deputies take if they have reasonable suspicion that someone is a victim or suspect in human trafficking?
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Study Notes
Bexar County Sheriff's Office Policy on Enforcement of Immigration Related Laws
- Policy Date: March 19, 2024
- Subject: Enforcement of Immigration Related Laws
- References: CCP Art. 12, and Art. 14
- Distribution: All Sheriff's Employees
- Supersedes: Previous policy
- Effective Date: March 19, 2024
- Policy Purpose: To ensure adherence to international and state law requirements regarding foreign nationals, diplomats, and consular interactions, and to comply with the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations.
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Law Enforcement Procedures:
- Deputies are not to use race, national origin, citizenship, or ethnicity in law enforcement actions, except to identify a suspect.
- Custodial arrests of foreign nationals require supervisor approval; the assigned TAG Follow-Up unit investigator must notify the supervisor prior to the arrest.
- Deputies making arrests will complete a BCSO Form #350-479.
- Deputies should avoid bias-based profiling based on national origin, immigration status, ethnicity or race when conducting investigations.
- Documentation of incidents involving foreign nationals is critical.
- If a suspect claims diplomatic or consular immunity, deputies must verify the status and immediately notify their supervisor.
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Consular Notification:
- Deputies must notify the relevant consulate when a foreign national is arrested or detained for more than four hours.
- The foreign national has the right to request consular notification.
- Deputies must use BCSO Form #350-477 for consular notification.
- Foreign embassies'/consulates' fax numbers should be readily available and current.
Additional Details
- Diplomatic Immunity: A diplomatic passport does not automatically grant immunity.
- Training: All deputies must undergo training in immigration-related laws, diplomatic immunity, and consular notification procedures.
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This quiz covers the Bexar County Sheriff's Office policy on the enforcement of immigration-related laws established on March 19, 2024. It includes important guidelines on the treatment of foreign nationals and the adherence to international law. Test your understanding of the procedures and implications of this policy.
