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What is to be done when there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
What is to be done when there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
- Immediately remove the child from the scene
- Alert the child's family members first
- Contact the school authorities for guidance
- Call the OPD Forensic Investigations Unit to take photographs (correct)
In situations where more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault case, what is the required action for officers?
In situations where more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault case, what is the required action for officers?
- Remove all children from the scene immediately
- Complete one Incident Report (OPD Form 189) for all children involved
- Consult with the UPB Sergeant before taking any action
- Complete one Incident Report (OPD Form 189) for each child (correct)
What should officers do if persons at the scene do not cooperate with the investigation?
What should officers do if persons at the scene do not cooperate with the investigation?
- Forcefully enter the premises
- Immediately remove the children from the residence
- Complete an Information Report (OPD Form 42)
- Contact the UPB Sergeant for guidance (correct)
What is the next step if entrance for inspection purposes is denied after speaking with the UPB Sergeant?
What is the next step if entrance for inspection purposes is denied after speaking with the UPB Sergeant?
Who should you contact when needing additional assistance in determining whether or not to remove a child?
Who should you contact when needing additional assistance in determining whether or not to remove a child?
What should officers do with the original Affidavit after completing it for the removal of a juvenile?
What should officers do with the original Affidavit after completing it for the removal of a juvenile?
When a juvenile is placed into protective custody, who should not be given the address or location of the child?
When a juvenile is placed into protective custody, who should not be given the address or location of the child?
What is the responsibility of the CSVU at the conclusion of an investigation?
What is the responsibility of the CSVU at the conclusion of an investigation?
Who is responsible for making appropriate notifications to the CSVU if officers contact Field Investigations Detective/weekend duty detectives?
Who is responsible for making appropriate notifications to the CSVU if officers contact Field Investigations Detective/weekend duty detectives?
What is the role of UPB officers when responding to calls regarding child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
What is the role of UPB officers when responding to calls regarding child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
In cases of felony sexual assault involving victims aged 15 or younger, what is the protocol for UPB officers?
In cases of felony sexual assault involving victims aged 15 or younger, what is the protocol for UPB officers?
In which shift do CSVU investigators need to be notified when child abuse/neglect occurs?
In which shift do CSVU investigators need to be notified when child abuse/neglect occurs?
If UPB officers are unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what is the correct action to take?
If UPB officers are unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what is the correct action to take?
During 'A' Shift and non-business hours, whom should UPB officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect?
During 'A' Shift and non-business hours, whom should UPB officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect?
What is the role of CSVU investigators as described in the text?
What is the role of CSVU investigators as described in the text?
What is the final step for cases that do not warrant prosecution of the suspect?
What is the final step for cases that do not warrant prosecution of the suspect?
In which of the following scenarios must officers contact the CSVU?
In which of the following scenarios must officers contact the CSVU?
Who is responsible for conducting detailed interviews of child victims in cases of abuse?
Who is responsible for conducting detailed interviews of child victims in cases of abuse?
Under what circumstances should serious injuries to a child be reported to the CSVU?
Under what circumstances should serious injuries to a child be reported to the CSVU?
What is the requirement for all reports to carry the same RB Number?
What is the requirement for all reports to carry the same RB Number?
Under what conditions can a victim or witness of a child sexual assault avoid arrest or prosecution for an alcohol or drug offense?
Under what conditions can a victim or witness of a child sexual assault avoid arrest or prosecution for an alcohol or drug offense?
In what scenario can a victim or witness of a child sexual assault be arrested for an alcohol or drug offense?
In what scenario can a victim or witness of a child sexual assault be arrested for an alcohol or drug offense?
What is the consequence for a victim or witness who committed an alcohol or drug offense but did not report the sexual assault?
What is the consequence for a victim or witness who committed an alcohol or drug offense but did not report the sexual assault?
What action should officers take if they find no evidence of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault after multiple calls to a particular address?
What action should officers take if they find no evidence of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault after multiple calls to a particular address?
What is the required outcome for all cases according to the policy?
What is the required outcome for all cases according to the policy?
What should UPB officers do if they are responding to a radio call of child abuse/neglect during non-business hours and 'A' Shift?
What should UPB officers do if they are responding to a radio call of child abuse/neglect during non-business hours and 'A' Shift?
When an officer is unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what form should they prepare?
When an officer is unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what form should they prepare?
In cases where a UPB officer determines felony sexual assault involving a victim aged 15 or younger occurred, what should the officer NOT do?
In cases where a UPB officer determines felony sexual assault involving a victim aged 15 or younger occurred, what should the officer NOT do?
What is the appropriate form that UPB officers should complete if they determine that abuse/neglect exists?
What is the appropriate form that UPB officers should complete if they determine that abuse/neglect exists?
What should officers do if a victim refuses to cooperate during an investigation of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
What should officers do if a victim refuses to cooperate during an investigation of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
When a UPB officer determines that no probable cause of a crime exists after asking minimal questions to a child, what form should they prepare?
When a UPB officer determines that no probable cause of a crime exists after asking minimal questions to a child, what form should they prepare?
In cases of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, when should the child's parents be contacted?
In cases of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, when should the child's parents be contacted?
What is the correct protocol for UPB officers when responding to complaints of child abuse at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
What is the correct protocol for UPB officers when responding to complaints of child abuse at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
When can officers determine that probable cause of a crime exists in cases of child abuse?
When can officers determine that probable cause of a crime exists in cases of child abuse?
In cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, what is the role of individuals at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
In cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, what is the role of individuals at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
When a juvenile is placed into protective custody, what is the appropriate action regarding sharing the child's location with parents/guardians?
When a juvenile is placed into protective custody, what is the appropriate action regarding sharing the child's location with parents/guardians?
For cases that do not warrant prosecution of the suspect, what is the final step as per the text?
For cases that do not warrant prosecution of the suspect, what is the final step as per the text?
When officers contact Field Investigations Detectives/ weekend duty detectives, what action is taken to determine whether a child should be removed?
When officers contact Field Investigations Detectives/ weekend duty detectives, what action is taken to determine whether a child should be removed?
What form should be completed by UPB officers when an endangered child needs to be removed for their safety during an investigation?
What form should be completed by UPB officers when an endangered child needs to be removed for their safety during an investigation?
The child's name should NOT be listed as the victim on reports.
The child's name should NOT be listed as the victim on reports.
What should be listed in the narrative of the report as to the location of the victim?
What should be listed in the narrative of the report as to the location of the victim?
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What is the correct protocol when there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
What is the correct protocol when there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
Call the OPD Forensic Investigations Unit to take photographs.
In situations where more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault case, what is the required action for officers?
In situations where more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault case, what is the required action for officers?
Complete one Incident Report (OPD Form 189) for each child.
When should officers contact Field Investigations Detectives/weekend duty detectives?
When should officers contact Field Investigations Detectives/weekend duty detectives?
Contact Field Investigations Detectives/weekend duty detectives.
What should officers do if persons at the scene do not cooperate with the investigation?
What should officers do if persons at the scene do not cooperate with the investigation?
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What is the consequence if entrance for inspection purposes is denied after speaking with the UPB Sergeant?
What is the consequence if entrance for inspection purposes is denied after speaking with the UPB Sergeant?
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What is the correct procedure for officers when determining whether to remove a child?
What is the correct procedure for officers when determining whether to remove a child?
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What form should the investigating officer complete when removing an endangered child for their safety?
What form should the investigating officer complete when removing an endangered child for their safety?
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What should officers do with the original Affidavit after completing it for the removal of a juvenile?
What should officers do with the original Affidavit after completing it for the removal of a juvenile?
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When a juvenile is placed into protective custody, who should not be given the address or location of the child?
When a juvenile is placed into protective custody, who should not be given the address or location of the child?
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What is the responsibility of the CSVU at the conclusion of an investigation?
What is the responsibility of the CSVU at the conclusion of an investigation?
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Who is responsible for making appropriate notifications to the CSVU if officers contact Field Investigations Detective/weekend duty detectives?
Who is responsible for making appropriate notifications to the CSVU if officers contact Field Investigations Detective/weekend duty detectives?
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What is the correct procedure for handling detailed interviews of child victims in cases of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
What is the correct procedure for handling detailed interviews of child victims in cases of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
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In cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, who should NOT contact the child’s parents unless requested by the investigating officer?
In cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, who should NOT contact the child’s parents unless requested by the investigating officer?
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What is the role of UPB officers when responding to calls regarding child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
What is the role of UPB officers when responding to calls regarding child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse at schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
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What is the responsibility of investigating officers when a complaint of child abuse is received by school, hospital, or daycare center officials?
What is the responsibility of investigating officers when a complaint of child abuse is received by school, hospital, or daycare center officials?
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What specific form that UPB officers must complete if they determine there is abuse/neglect?
What specific form that UPB officers must complete if they determine there is abuse/neglect?
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In cases of felony sexual assault involving victims aged 15 or younger, what is the protocol for UPB officers?
In cases of felony sexual assault involving victims aged 15 or younger, what is the protocol for UPB officers?
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In which shift do CSVU investigators need to be notified when child abuse/neglect occurs?
In which shift do CSVU investigators need to be notified when child abuse/neglect occurs?
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If UPB officers are unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what is the correct action to take?
If UPB officers are unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what is the correct action to take?
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During 'A' Shift and non-business hours, whom should UPB officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect?
During 'A' Shift and non-business hours, whom should UPB officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect?
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What action is required to close a case according to the text?
What action is required to close a case according to the text?
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Which type of cases are not prosecuted and are instead handed over to CPS, as per the text?
Which type of cases are not prosecuted and are instead handed over to CPS, as per the text?
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What is the role of CSVU investigators as described in the text?
What is the role of CSVU investigators as described in the text?
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Which type of cases require turning them over to CPS according to the text?
Which type of cases require turning them over to CPS according to the text?
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What is the final step for cases that do not warrant prosecution of the suspect?
What is the final step for cases that do not warrant prosecution of the suspect?
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What is the responsibility of law enforcement officers according to NRS §28-713 in cases of child abuse?
What is the responsibility of law enforcement officers according to NRS §28-713 in cases of child abuse?
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In which of the following scenarios must officers contact the CSVU?
In which of the following scenarios must officers contact the CSVU?
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Who is responsible for conducting detailed interviews of child victims in cases of abuse?
Who is responsible for conducting detailed interviews of child victims in cases of abuse?
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Under what circumstances should serious injuries to a child be reported to the CSVU?
Under what circumstances should serious injuries to a child be reported to the CSVU?
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In what cases can responding officers ask minimal questions to a child to establish probable cause?
In what cases can responding officers ask minimal questions to a child to establish probable cause?
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What is the requirement for all reports to carry the same RB Number?
What is the requirement for all reports to carry the same RB Number?
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