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What is the purpose of the Incident Report in BSO's jurisdiction?
What is the purpose of the Incident Report in BSO's jurisdiction?
- To document all traffic incidents
- To document supplements for new or additional information
- To document the initial reporting of an incident or crime (correct)
- To document all police service calls
Which of the following areas is considered part of the same jurisdiction as unincorporated areas of Broward County?
Which of the following areas is considered part of the same jurisdiction as unincorporated areas of Broward County?
- Cities outside Broward County
- Counties outside Broward County
- The Airport and the Port (correct)
- Cities within Broward County
When are supplements used in the Incident Report?
When are supplements used in the Incident Report?
- When documenting an incident in a separate jurisdiction
- When documenting the initial reporting of an incident
- When documenting new or additional information about an incident (correct)
- When documenting animal complaints
Which of the following types of incidents does not require an Incident Report?
Which of the following types of incidents does not require an Incident Report?
What is the purpose of the module in the Incident Report?
What is the purpose of the module in the Incident Report?
What is considered a separate jurisdiction?
What is considered a separate jurisdiction?
What is an example of a Civil Assistance/Civil Matter that does not require an Incident Report?
What is an example of a Civil Assistance/Civil Matter that does not require an Incident Report?
Which of the following is not a reason to document an Incident Report?
Which of the following is not a reason to document an Incident Report?
What happens to incomplete or inaccurate reports?
What happens to incomplete or inaccurate reports?
When are supervisors required to ensure Incident Reports are completed and approved?
When are supervisors required to ensure Incident Reports are completed and approved?
How soon after approval by supervisors must a notarized copy of the Incident Report be sent to the State Attorney?
How soon after approval by supervisors must a notarized copy of the Incident Report be sent to the State Attorney?
What is the purpose of submitting related documents/media to the Records Division?
What is the purpose of submitting related documents/media to the Records Division?
Who is responsible for completing unmatched names in the master name record?
Who is responsible for completing unmatched names in the master name record?
What is a formalized, specific plan of action based on the result of accurate and timely crime analysis?
What is a formalized, specific plan of action based on the result of accurate and timely crime analysis?
Why are Staff Inspections/Internal Audit important?
Why are Staff Inspections/Internal Audit important?
What is the purpose of the transmittal log?
What is the purpose of the transmittal log?
What does the code B (Bravo) signify?
What does the code B (Bravo) signify?
What should a plan identify, among other things, according to the content?
What should a plan identify, among other things, according to the content?
What does the code C (Charlie) 2 signify?
What does the code C (Charlie) 2 signify?
What is the purpose of DLE administrative reports?
What is the purpose of DLE administrative reports?
What is the purpose of the code A (Alpha) 5?
What is the purpose of the code A (Alpha) 5?
What type of report captures data from crime analysis, operational plans, and community concerns?
What type of report captures data from crime analysis, operational plans, and community concerns?
What happens when a code C (Charlie) 9 is issued?
What happens when a code C (Charlie) 9 is issued?
What is an example of a DLE administrative report?
What is an example of a DLE administrative report?
What is the purpose of the code D (Delta)%
What is the purpose of the code D (Delta)%
What does the code A (Alpha) 6 signify?
What does the code A (Alpha) 6 signify?
What is the purpose of reviewing crime analysis administrative reports?
What is the purpose of reviewing crime analysis administrative reports?
What is included in the Zone Report?
What is included in the Zone Report?
What is the purpose of the code C (Charlie) 1?
What is the purpose of the code C (Charlie) 1?
What is the purpose of generating DLE administrative reports?
What is the purpose of generating DLE administrative reports?
What happens when a code B (Bravo) is issued?
What happens when a code B (Bravo) is issued?
What is an example of a report that may be generated by districts/divisions?
What is an example of a report that may be generated by districts/divisions?
What is the classification of the Standard Operating Procedures manual?
What is the classification of the Standard Operating Procedures manual?
What is the purpose of reviewing and redacting the Standard Operating Procedures manual?
What is the purpose of reviewing and redacting the Standard Operating Procedures manual?
When was the Standard Operating Procedures manual revised?
When was the Standard Operating Procedures manual revised?
What is the effective date of the revised Standard Operating Procedures manual?
What is the effective date of the revised Standard Operating Procedures manual?
What is rescinded by the revised Standard Operating Procedures manual?
What is rescinded by the revised Standard Operating Procedures manual?
What type of information is included in the manual?
What type of information is included in the manual?
Study Notes
Incident Reporting
- Incident Reports document the initial reporting of an incident, crime, etc., occurring in BSO's jurisdiction.
- The report will be used to supplement another jurisdiction's police report.
- Jurisdictions are categorized as:
- Unincorporated areas of Broward County (excluding the Airport and the Port)
- Cities within Broward County (BSO and non-BSO contracts)
- Cities, counties, and states outside Broward County
Types of Incidents Not Requiring an Incident Report
- Animal Complaints (barking, injured, or loose animals)
- Police Service Calls
- Civil Assistance/Civil Matters
- Traffic (Non-criminal)
- Open Door/Window with no evidence of entry
- Emergency Messages
- Search warrant (A5)
- Crime Stoppers (A6)
Codes and Classifications
- B (Bravo) codes:
- Complainant is gone on arrival (GOA)
- Lack of information
- No violation observed
- Complainant refuses to cooperate
- Canceled by the complainant
- False reports
- Wrong or no such address
- C (Charlie) codes:
- Alarm: Building secure, no criminal activity found
- Undetermined
- Unsecured door or window
- Severe weather conditions
- Animal or pets
- Realtor/lock box allow entry
- Maintenance people on scene
- Owner/guests on scene
- Cancelled prior to arrival
- D (Delta) codes:
- Building secure, no criminal activity found
- Unable to notify owner
Reporting and Submission
- Incomplete or inaccurate reports will be returned to reporting deputies for corrections.
- Deputies will make needed corrections and resubmit their reports before going off duty.
- Shift supervisors may use discretion in allowing deputies to submit reports the next day.
- Incident Reports associated with arrests will be sent to the State Attorney within 5 days.
- Related documents/media will be submitted to the Records Division with a transmittal log.
Operational Plans and Reporting
- Operational plans are based on accurate and timely crime analysis.
- Plans should be targeted and specific, identifying crimes, locations, and personnel deployment.
- Zone reports capture data from crime analysis, operational plans, community concerns, and enforcement activity.
- Administrative reports assist commanders in accounting for activity within their commands.
Administrative Reports
- Examples of DLE administrative reports include:
- Staff events
- Operational plans and after-action reports
- Monthly Truant Log
- Training Log
- Commendation Log
- Employee Accident/Property Damage Log
- Elder link referrals
- Criminal Investigations Summary
- Citizen Survey Summary
- Workers' Compensation Claims
- Case Management
- Any additional requested report
Crime Analysis Administrative Reports
- Reports may be generated by districts/divisions and reviewed by DLE commanders and management for crime prevention and community enhancement initiatives.
- Examples of reports include:
- Re-occurring Disturbance Calls
- Yearly Crime Comparison Bar Charts
- Alarm Calls
- Geographical Information Maps
- Crash Reports
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This quiz covers the standard operating procedures for incident reporting in the Broward Sheriff's Office. Learn about the documentation and reporting process for incidents, crimes, and more.
