38 Questions
What is the purpose of the Incident Report in BSO's jurisdiction?
To document the initial reporting of an incident or crime
Which of the following areas is considered part of the same jurisdiction as unincorporated areas of Broward County?
The Airport and the Port
When are supplements used in the Incident Report?
When documenting new or additional information about an incident
Which of the following types of incidents does not require an Incident Report?
Animal Complaint
What is the purpose of the module in the Incident Report?
To add additional persons, property, or vehicles identified during an investigation
What is considered a separate jurisdiction?
All of the above
What is an example of a Civil Assistance/Civil Matter that does not require an Incident Report?
Landlord-tenant dispute
Which of the following is not a reason to document an Incident Report?
Emergency Message
What happens to incomplete or inaccurate reports?
They are returned to reporting deputies to make corrections.
When are supervisors required to ensure Incident Reports are completed and approved?
Before the end of their shift, for cases involving serving injunction orders.
How soon after approval by supervisors must a notarized copy of the Incident Report be sent to the State Attorney?
Within 5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
What is the purpose of submitting related documents/media to the Records Division?
To ensure that reports are accurate and complete.
Who is responsible for completing unmatched names in the master name record?
The Records Division.
What is a formalized, specific plan of action based on the result of accurate and timely crime analysis?
Operational Plan.
Why are Staff Inspections/Internal Audit important?
To conduct periodic assessments of submissions as part of the inspections cycle.
What is the purpose of the transmittal log?
To track submissions to the Records Division.
What does the code B (Bravo) signify?
Complainant is gone on arrival and there is no indication of a crime.
What should a plan identify, among other things, according to the content?
Particular crimes, locations, and personnel deployment
What does the code C (Charlie) 2 signify?
Unsecured door or window
What is the purpose of DLE administrative reports?
To assist commanders in accounting for activity within their commands
What is the purpose of the code A (Alpha) 5?
To execute a search warrant
What type of report captures data from crime analysis, operational plans, and community concerns?
Zone Report
What happens when a code C (Charlie) 9 is issued?
The alarm is cancelled prior to arrival
What is an example of a DLE administrative report?
Monthly Truant Log
What is the purpose of the code D (Delta)%
Building secure, no criminal activity found. Unable to notify owner.
What does the code A (Alpha) 6 signify?
Crime Stoppers
What is the purpose of reviewing crime analysis administrative reports?
To identify crime prevention and community enhancement initiatives
What is included in the Zone Report?
Crime analysis, truancy activity, and zone improvements
What is the purpose of the code C (Charlie) 1?
Undetermined
What is the purpose of generating DLE administrative reports?
To assist commanders in planning for budgets, resource deployment, and staffing
What happens when a code B (Bravo) is issued?
The complainant is gone on arrival and there is no indication of a crime.
What is an example of a report that may be generated by districts/divisions?
Crime Analysis Administrative Report
What is the classification of the Standard Operating Procedures manual?
Law enforcement sensitive
What is the purpose of reviewing and redacting the Standard Operating Procedures manual?
To comply with Florida Public Records Law
When was the Standard Operating Procedures manual revised?
08/17/2018
What is the effective date of the revised Standard Operating Procedures manual?
08/17/2018
What is rescinded by the revised Standard Operating Procedures manual?
02/26/2014
What type of information is included in the manual?
All of the above
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
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.
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