15.101 Bias Free Policing Policy Quiz

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What is the main principle of bias free policing?

Employing bias based profiling for effective law enforcement

Making decisions without discrimination based on identifiable group factors (correct)

Using demographic information to guide police service

Considering factors such as race and gender in law enforcement

Which of the following is a responsibility of members of the Cincinnati Police Department regarding bias free policing?

To collect data selectively based on demographics

To achieve the goal of bias free policing (correct)

To implement bias based profiling when necessary

To ensure compliance with citizen requests only

Which is NOT included as a factor for bias free policing?

Race

Professional background (correct)

Sexual orientation

Religion

What must law enforcement agencies prohibit according to bias free policing policies?

Bias based profiling in enforcement programs Signup and view all the answers

What type of training will sworn personnel receive under the bias free policing policy?

Training on bias free policing issues Signup and view all the answers

How are violations of the bias free policing policy addressed?

Using corrective measures as specified in procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which form must sworn personnel complete for self-initiated activities?

Form 534, Contact Card Signup and view all the answers

What does the Inspections Section conduct annually in relation to bias free policing?

Documented reviews of agency practices Signup and view all the answers

What does bias free policing primarily aim to eliminate in law enforcement actions?

Inappropriate reliance on identifiable factors Signup and view all the answers

What type of profiling is specifically prohibited under the bias free policing policy?

Bias based profiling Signup and view all the answers

What is required of sworn personnel in relation to self-initiated activities?

Complete Form 534, Contact Card Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the annual review conducted by the Inspections Section?

Document agency practices and collect data Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is not part of the inappropriate reliance that bias free policing aims to prevent?

Level of education Signup and view all the answers

Which measure is implemented to address violations of the bias free policing policy?

Corrective measures as per established procedures Signup and view all the answers

What kind of training do sworn personnel receive under the bias free policing program?

Legal aspects of bias free policing Signup and view all the answers

In the context of bias free policing, what methodology is emphasized for responding to citizen interactions?

Avoiding bias and discrimination in service delivery Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bias Free Policing Policy

The Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) commits to providing services and enforcement without discrimination against individuals or groups.
All sworn personnel are responsible for achieving the goal of bias-free policing.

Prohibited Practices

Bias-based profiling, including race, gender, ethnicity, religion, and sexual orientation, is strictly prohibited.
This applies to all self-initiated field contacts and responses to citizen complaints or requests for assistance.

Training

Sworn personnel undergo training on bias-free policing issues, focusing on field contacts, traffic stops, asset forfeiture seizures, and relevant legal aspects.

Addressing Violations

Violations of the policy are addressed through corrective measures.
The process involves referencing Procedure 15.100, Citizen Complaints and Reports of Favorable Police Conduct, and the Manual of Rules and Regulations and Disciplinary Process.

Data Collection & Administrative Review

Sworn personnel complete Form 534, Contact Card, for all self-initiated activities, including traffic stops and investigatory stops.
The Inspections Section conducts an annual review of agency practices, collected data, and citizen concerns.

Bias Free Policing

Bias free policing aims to eliminate reliance on factors like: race, gender, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, economic status, age, cultural group, disability, or affiliation with similar groups when deciding law enforcement action or providing service.
The Cincinnati Police Department strives to provide services and enforce laws fairly without discrimination.
Bias-based profiling is forbidden for providing law enforcement services or enforcing laws.
All officers share the responsibility of achieving bias-free policing.

Procedures

Training: Sworn personnel receive training on bias-free policing topics including field contacts, traffic stops, asset forfeiture seizures , and relevant legal aspects.
Violations: Corrective measures are implemented for policy violations referring to "Procedure 15.100: Citizen Complaints and Reports of Favorable Police Conduct", and the "Manual of Rules and Regulations and Disciplinary Process".
Record Keeping: Sworn personnel complete a "Form 534, Contact Card" for all self-initiated activity, including traffic stops and investigatory stops.
Administrative Review: The Inspections Section conducts an annual documented review regarding this policy, including agency practices, collected data, and citizens' concerns.

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Test your knowledge of the Cincinnati Police Department's commitment to bias-free policing. This quiz covers prohibited practices, training for sworn personnel, and the process for addressing violations. Ensure you understand the importance of fairness and equality in law enforcement.