14 Questions
According to the policy, what should the Department be sensitive to?
The needs and rights of the homeless population
How is a homeless person defined in the directive?
An individual who lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate night-time residence
What is probable cause according to the directive?
Facts and circumstances that warrant a man of reasonable caution to believe that an offense has been or is being committed
What type of residence is considered a shelter for homeless individuals?
Supervised, publicly or privately operated shelter designed to provide temporary living accommodations
What should the Department balance when dealing with the homeless population according to the policy?
Sensitivity to the needs and rights of the homeless population while taking necessary enforcement actions to protect the community
What should law enforcement officers do when encountering a homeless person in a non-custodial situation?
Advise the homeless person about available services through 211
In what situation are law enforcement officers not responsible for taking custody of mattresses belonging to homeless individuals?
When the mattresses are contaminated
What is one of the safeguards that law enforcement officers should undertake to preserve the personal property of a homeless person?
Always attempt to secure personal items identified by the homeless person
What should law enforcement officers do if a homeless person requests transportation to a shelter or medical facility?
Make a reasonable effort to accommodate the request
When encountering a homeless person who meets the criteria for involuntary examination (e.g., Baker Act), what should law enforcement officers do?
Follow the Department’s standards procedures for dealing with Baker Acts
What is the disposition of personal property known to belong to a homeless person, according to the text?
It shall never prevent an LEO from affecting an arrest
What should LEOs do if they encounter a homeless person in a non-custodial situation?
Advise the homeless person about available services through 211
What should LEOs do with large or bulky items known to belong to a homeless person?
"Ensure that large or bulky items are not abandoned at the point of arrest if they are not contaminated"
What should law enforcement officers do with mattresses known to belong to a homeless person?
Ensure they are not abandoned at the point of arrest if they are not contaminated
Test your knowledge of the Departmental Standards Directive 41.940 of the Boca Raton Police Services Department, which provides specific guidelines for law enforcement officers on interacting with the homeless population. This quiz covers the purpose, policy, and definitions outlined in the directive.
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