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What must be verified before issuing a Citation?
What must be verified before issuing a Citation?
- Current established policies and procedures must be confirmed. (correct)
- Witnesses should first confirm the violation.
- The violation may be self-reported by individuals.
- The citation's wording should be vague.
Which type of individual must be named on a Citation?
Which type of individual must be named on a Citation?
- Anyone residing within a business.
- A specific individual who has control or ownership of the premises. (correct)
- The general public.
- A representative of a government agency.
What is required for Fire Code Section 57.20.16 to be appropriately used?
What is required for Fire Code Section 57.20.16 to be appropriately used?
- Proof must be presented that the violator previously received a written notice for the same violation. (correct)
- The violation must be reported by a neighbor.
- Local law enforcement must be involved in the issue.
- The violation must be an emergency situation.
What is the purpose of the violation description in a Citation?
What is the purpose of the violation description in a Citation?
What happens if the violator does not sign the Citation?
What happens if the violator does not sign the Citation?
Why is it essential to obtain proper identification when issuing a Citation?
Why is it essential to obtain proper identification when issuing a Citation?
Which of the following indicates a correctly formatted violation description on a Citation?
Which of the following indicates a correctly formatted violation description on a Citation?
What does signing a Citation imply for the violator?
What does signing a Citation imply for the violator?
What is the minimum distance a vehicle must not stop, park, or leave standing from a fire hydrant, unless otherwise indicated by local authorities?
What is the minimum distance a vehicle must not stop, park, or leave standing from a fire hydrant, unless otherwise indicated by local authorities?
What must accompany the violator's copy of a parking citation?
What must accompany the violator's copy of a parking citation?
What must be documented during reinspections?
What must be documented during reinspections?
Who is responsible for checking the completeness and legibility of a parking citation?
Who is responsible for checking the completeness and legibility of a parking citation?
Which of the following items is NOT explicitly mentioned as needing verification by the Station Commander on a parking citation?
Which of the following items is NOT explicitly mentioned as needing verification by the Station Commander on a parking citation?
What is the purpose of the F-336 Condemnation Tag?
What is the purpose of the F-336 Condemnation Tag?
If a parking citation contains an error or omission, what could be the consequence?
If a parking citation contains an error or omission, what could be the consequence?
What action should the Fire Department member take when observing a misdemeanor?
What action should the Fire Department member take when observing a misdemeanor?
What should be done if a vehicle is attended by a licensed driver in the front seat near a fire hydrant?
What should be done if a vehicle is attended by a licensed driver in the front seat near a fire hydrant?
What must be included when an F-340 notice is issued?
What must be included when an F-340 notice is issued?
How does a Fire Department citation differ from a traffic citation?
How does a Fire Department citation differ from a traffic citation?
What action must a member issuing a parking citation take after completion?
What action must a member issuing a parking citation take after completion?
What should be the first step if an employee needs to report an issue with a parking citation?
What should be the first step if an employee needs to report an issue with a parking citation?
What occurs if a violator fails to appear in court after being cited?
What occurs if a violator fails to appear in court after being cited?
Who may issue a Fire Department citation?
Who may issue a Fire Department citation?
Under what circumstance can a Fire Department member issue a citation within the Mountain Fire District?
Under what circumstance can a Fire Department member issue a citation within the Mountain Fire District?
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Study Notes
Citation Issuance Guidelines
- Extreme care and good judgment are required when issuing Citations.
- Ensure familiarity with current policies on issuing Citations and arrest procedures before proceeding.
- All information must be accurate; Citations must be issued to identifiable named individuals (e.g., owner, tenant).
- Acquire proper identification, such as a driver's license.
Violation Specification
- Violations must be directly observed by the citing officer.
- Include specific legal code citations (L.A.M.C. or C.C.R. sections) and avoid using ambiguous terms.
- Provide a brief yet clear description of the violation, detailing the act and location (e.g., "Smoking in posted fire district area").
Citation Validity
- A Citation is invalid without the violator's signature; signing does not imply guilt.
- Violators must appear in court to respond to charges, with each failure to appear being a separate offense.
Reinspections and Records
- Document all reinspections in SORTS or FPOS systems with time spent and results.
Condemnation Procedures
- Use F-336 Condemnation Tags to indicate issuance of F-340 notices for hazardous conditions.
- Notice must reference regulations, affirming compliance with Fire Code.
Citation Procedures Overview
- Citations are issued for observed misdemeanors requiring court attendance, differing from traffic citations where bail can be forfeited.
- Juvenile citations are submitted to the Los Angeles County Probation Office.
- Issuance of Citations corresponds with peace officer arrest authority under Penal Code Section 853.9.
Authorization for Citation Issuance
- Fire Department members must be authorized to issue Citations, with authorization granted by Station, Unit, or Section Commanders according to their jurisdiction.
Vehicle Code Compliance
- Vehicle Code Section 22514 prohibits parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant unless exceptions apply.
Parking Citation Procedures
- Accompany the violator's copy of the Parking Citation with a pay-by-mail envelope visibly attached.
- Original and second pages of completed Parking Citations must be submitted to the Station Commander for review and processing.
Supervisor's Checking Process
- Station Commanders must verify parking citations for completeness, legibility, no tampering, and correctness of cited sections and details.
- Each verified citation requires the Station Commander's initials in the designated area.
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