Questions and Answers
What must be verified before issuing a Citation?
Which type of individual must be named on a Citation?
What is required for Fire Code Section 57.20.16 to be appropriately used?
What is the purpose of the violation description in a Citation?
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What happens if the violator does not sign the Citation?
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Why is it essential to obtain proper identification when issuing a Citation?
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Which of the following indicates a correctly formatted violation description on a Citation?
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What does signing a Citation imply for the violator?
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What is the minimum distance a vehicle must not stop, park, or leave standing from a fire hydrant, unless otherwise indicated by local authorities?
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What must accompany the violator's copy of a parking citation?
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What must be documented during reinspections?
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Who is responsible for checking the completeness and legibility of a parking citation?
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Which of the following items is NOT explicitly mentioned as needing verification by the Station Commander on a parking citation?
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What is the purpose of the F-336 Condemnation Tag?
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If a parking citation contains an error or omission, what could be the consequence?
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What action should the Fire Department member take when observing a misdemeanor?
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What should be done if a vehicle is attended by a licensed driver in the front seat near a fire hydrant?
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What must be included when an F-340 notice is issued?
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How does a Fire Department citation differ from a traffic citation?
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What action must a member issuing a parking citation take after completion?
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What should be the first step if an employee needs to report an issue with a parking citation?
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What occurs if a violator fails to appear in court after being cited?
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Who may issue a Fire Department citation?
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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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Test your knowledge on the guidelines and procedures for issuing citations. This quiz covers violation specifications, citation validity, and reinspection documentation. Ensure you understand the importance of accuracy and proper identification when issuing citations.
