Broward Sheriff's Policy: Sexual Misconduct

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What is the policy of the Broward Sheriff's Office regarding sexual misconduct?

Mandatory counseling for perpetrators

Three strikes and you're out

warnings for first-time offenders

Zero tolerance (correct)

What is included in the definition of sexual misconduct?

Communication or behavior that would likely be construed as lewd (correct)

Only sexual behavior while off duty

Only physical contact

Only sexual contact by force

What is an example of sexual shakedown?

Extorting sexual favors in exchange for not ticketing or arresting a citizen (correct)

Arresting a citizen for a legitimate crime

Ticketing a citizen for a legitimate offense

Stopping a citizen for a legitimate traffic violation

What is prohibited for on-duty employees according to the policy?

Soliciting sexual activity or engaging in any form of sexual misconduct Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of inappropriate and unauthorized use of agency resources or information systems?

Using agency resources to distribute pornographic images Signup and view all the answers

How will allegations of sexual misconduct be handled?

They will be investigated promptly and thoroughly Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the definition of sexual misconduct by an employee?

Misuse of authority and power to commit a sexual act Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of gratuitous physical contact with suspects?

Inappropriate or unnecessary searches, frisks or pat-downs Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for employees under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)?

Engaging in any form of sexual misconduct with inmates Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for an employee who fails to report sexual misconduct by another employee?

Disciplinary action Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for investigating sexual misconduct and recommending discipline?

The Internal Affairs department Signup and view all the answers

What is upheld during an investigation of sexual misconduct?

Employee rights in accordance with federal and state law and collective bargaining agreements Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Employee Complaint and Disciplinary Process' section of the Sheriff's Policy Manual?

To outline procedures for investigating and disciplining employees Signup and view all the answers

What is an exception to the duty to report sexual misconduct?

When the reporting employee is the victim Signup and view all the answers

What is required of employees who have knowledge of sexual misconduct?

To report the misconduct to a supervisor or Internal Affairs Signup and view all the answers

What is protected for employees who report sexual misconduct in good faith?

Them from retaliation Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for employees according to the policy?

Manufacturing evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of falsifying evidence?

Disciplinary action Signup and view all the answers

Why is withholding evidence prohibited?

To prevent false accusations Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the policy regarding evidence?

To ensure the integrity of investigations Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of destroying evidence?

Disciplinary action against employees Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Sexual Misconduct Policy

The Broward Sheriff's Office has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual misconduct, and all allegations will be promptly and thoroughly investigated.

Definitions of Sexual Misconduct

Sexual Misconduct includes behavior that misuses authority and power to commit a sexual act, initiate sexual contact, or respond to a perceived sexually motivated cue.
It also includes communication or behavior that would likely be construed as lewd, lascivious, inappropriate, or conduct unbecoming.
Examples of Sexual Misconduct include:
- Sexual contact by force (e.g., sexual assault, rape)
- Sexual shakedown (e.g., extorting sexual favors in exchange for not ticketing or arresting a citizen)
- Gratuitous physical contact with suspects (e.g., inappropriate or unnecessary searches, frisks or pat-downs)
- Sexual behavior while on duty (e.g., viewing or distributing pornographic images, sexting, demonstrating sexual behavior)
- Sexually motivated voyeuristic actions
- Inappropriate and unauthorized use of agency resources or information systems for sexual activities

Policy Prohibitions

On-duty employees are prohibited from soliciting sexual activity or engaging in any form of sexual misconduct.
Employees are prohibited from soliciting sexual activity or engaging in sexual misconduct with inmates, patients, or in-custody persons.
Employees are prohibited from initiating sexual activity with known suspects or other persons involved in an active investigation or official matter in which the employee has a direct involvement.

Duty to Report and Investigation

Employees have an obligation to report any knowledge of sexual misconduct by another employee to a supervisor or Internal Affairs.
Employees who report sexual misconduct in good faith will be protected from retaliation.
Employees who fail to report sexual misconduct by another employee will be subject to disciplinary action, except if they are the victim.
Investigations of sexual misconduct and recommendations for discipline will be in accordance with policies and procedures outlined in the "Employee Complaint and Disciplinary Process" section of the Sheriff's Policy Manual.

Sheriff's Policy Manual

Intentional actions prohibited: manufacturing, tampering with, planting, falsifying, destroying, or withholding evidence or information.
Making false accusations of a criminal charge is also prohibited.
Policy effective as of 09/12/2013.

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This quiz covers the Broward Sheriff's Office policy on sexual misconduct, including the definition and investigation of allegations. It outlines the zero-tolerance approach towards sexual misconduct and the misuse of authority.