Civil Protective Custody (CPC)
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What is the main purpose of Civil Protective Custody (CPC) as described in the text?

  • To arrest intoxicated individuals
  • To transport individuals to a medical facility for treatment
  • To preserve life and prevent injury to intoxicated adults (correct)
  • To detain individuals for criminal offenses
  • What age group is eligible for Civil Protective Custody (CPC) according to the Omaha Police Department policy?

  • 18 years and younger
  • 21 years and older
  • 16 years and older
  • 19 years and older (correct)
  • Where are individuals taken if they are placed in Civil Protective Custody (CPC) by the Omaha Police Department?

  • Douglas County Detoxification Services (DCDS) facility (correct)
  • Local police station
  • County jail
  • Hospital emergency room
  • What must the blood alcohol content (BAC) level be for a subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC) to be released?

    <p>0.01 or below</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the requirement for officers using Civil Protective Custody (CPC) regarding judgment?

    <p>They should exercise sound judgment in balancing safety of the subject and the public</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Civil Protective Custody (CPC) not an available option for juvenile subjects according to the text?

    <p>Juvenile subjects are not eligible under CPC age restrictions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of utilizing force against an intoxicated and combative/violent subject?

    <p>To protect the subject, facility staff, officers, and others from harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Nebraska Revised Statute (NRS) is specifically mentioned as being relevant to the policy on handling intoxicated and combative/violent subjects?

    <p>NRS §28-1412</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following case laws is cited as being relevant to the transfer of custody during mental health placement?

    <p>Ginapp v. City of Bellevue, 282 Neb. 1027</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the previous OPD Orders mentioned?

    <p>24-17</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relevant CALEA Accreditation standard mentioned in the text?

    <p>1.1.3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the policy, what is the primary consideration for officers when determining whether to place an intoxicated subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?

    <p>Whether the subject is medically stable and CPC placement is needed to preserve life or prevent injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If there is a disagreement between officers and medical staff about whether to place a subject in CPC, what action should be taken?

    <p>The Area Field Sergeant should be called to the scene to attempt to resolve the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conditions must be met before officers can take custody of a subject for CPC placement?

    <p>The subject must be medically stable, and the CPC criteria must be met</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a subject placed in CPC is subsequently discharged to a responsible party, what action should the officers take?

    <p>Complete an OPD &quot;Civil Protective Custody Release Form&quot; and have the subject sign it before leaving</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a misdemeanor offense and meets the criteria for CPC?

    <p>Issue a citation and place the subject in the CPC Unit at the DCDS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a felony offense and meets the criteria for CPC?

    <p>Ask the DCDS staff for an estimated time to return and arrest the subject, and for notification when the subject is nearing a .01 blood alcohol content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an intoxicated subject becomes violent while confined in CPC, what should officers do?

    <p>Transport the subject directly to the Douglas County Department of Corrections (DCDC) and book them after their release from CPC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the DCDC determines that a violent intoxicated subject is too incapacitated to be booked into their facility, what should officers do?

    <p>Transport the subject to a medical facility for medical care/clearance, and then transfer them back to DCDC to be booked once cleared</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If DCDS employees feel that a subject in their care poses a safety risk to their staff, what action may officers take?

    <p>Assist DCDS staff members as they perform their medical evaluation of the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the criteria for placing an intoxicated subject into civil protective custody (CPC)?

    <p>The subject must be a danger to themselves or others AND unable to care for themselves due to alcohol intoxication.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do before placing an intoxicated subject into CPC?

    <p>Determine if the subject needs medical attention and if another individual or facility is available to care for them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an intoxicated subject does not require medical attention and a responsible family member or facility is willing to care for them, what should officers do?

    <p>Turn the subject over to the responsible family member or facility and complete the OPD Civil Protective Custody Release Form (OPD Form 157B).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If DCDS has been notified that a subject will be transported for CPC admission but plans change and the subject will instead be turned over to another individual or facility, what should officers do?

    <p>Promptly notify DCDS of the change in plans to ensure they do not continue preparations for accepting the subject.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do to ensure the safety of the subject, officers, medical personnel, and others when transporting an intoxicated subject for CPC admission?

    <p>Conduct a custodial search of the subject prior to transport, as described in the OPD &quot;Searches - Persons&quot; policy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if they are called to a hospital regarding an admitted patient whom the facility would like officers to place into CPC?

    <p>Assess the patient's condition and determine if they meet the criteria for CPC placement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if the DCDS staff determines that a subject needs medical care and will not accept the subject as a CPC admission?

    <p>Coordinate with the DCDS staff to determine an appropriate way to proceed, which may include transporting the subject to a hospital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form(s) should officers complete for all CPC placements?

    <p>OPD Civil Protective Custody Admission Record (OPD Form 157) and OPD Behavioral Health Incident Tracking Form (PortalOne).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What procedure should the DCDS staff follow when an intoxicated subject is placed into their facility for CPC admission?

    <p>Perform a medical screening of the subject.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main factor that officers must consider when deciding to place an intoxicated adult subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?

    <p>The subject's inability to care for themselves or others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action should officers take if a subject aged 18 years or younger is determined to require CPC?

    <p>Seek alternative methods for managing the subject's condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances can officers release a subject from Civil Protective Custody (CPC) before the 24-hour period has elapsed?

    <p>If the subject's blood alcohol content (BAC) is below 0.01</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specific location where intoxicated adult subjects are taken when placed in Civil Protective Custody (CPC) by the Omaha Police Department?

    <p>Douglas County Detoxification Services (DCDS) facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an intoxicated adult subject is determined to be too violent and incapacitated to be admitted into the DCDS facility, what should officers do?

    <p>Release the subject into a responsible family member's care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which jurisdiction does Civil Protective Custody (CPC) fall under as per the provided text?

    <p>Omaha Police Department (OPD)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the policy, what is the primary factor officers should consider when determining whether to use force against an intoxicated and combative/violent subject?

    <p>The need to protect the subject, staff, officers and others from harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If officers are called to assist with an intoxicated and combative subject at a facility, and the facility staff determines the subject requires medical care but will not accept them for CPC admission, what action should officers take?

    <p>Transport the subject to the nearest hospital emergency department</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following Nebraska Revised Statutes is cited as being directly relevant to the policy on handling intoxicated and combative/violent subjects?

    <p>NRS §28-1412</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If officers are transporting an intoxicated subject for CPC admission, and en route the subject commits a felony offense, what action should the officers take upon arrival at the CPC facility?

    <p>Transport the subject directly to jail and book them for the felony offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the policy, if there is a disagreement between officers and medical staff about whether an intoxicated subject should be placed into CPC, whose assessment should take precedence?

    <p>The medical staff's assessment should take precedence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consideration for officers when determining whether to place an intoxicated subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?

    <p>Whether the subject is a danger to themselves or others and/or unable to care for themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if the DCDS staff determines that a subject needs medical care and will not accept the subject as a CPC admission?

    <p>Coordinate with the DCDS staff to determine an appropriate way to proceed, which may include transporting the subject to a hospital</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if the DCDC determines that a violent intoxicated subject is too incapacitated to be booked into their facility?

    <p>Transport the subject to a hospital for medical treatment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If DCDS has been notified that a subject will be transported for CPC admission but plans change and the subject will instead be turned over to another individual or facility, what should officers do?

    <p>Promptly notify DCDS of the change in plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What conditions must be met before officers can take custody of a subject for CPC placement?

    <p>The subject must be a danger to themselves or others and unable to care for themselves, and unable to be safely placed with a family member, friend, or facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do before placing an intoxicated subject into CPC?

    <p>Conduct a custodial search of the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What form(s) should officers complete for all CPC placements?

    <p>OPD &quot;Civil Protective Custody Admission Record&quot; (OPD Form 157) and OPD Behavioral Health Incident Tracking Form (PortalOne)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a felony offense and meets the criteria for CPC?

    <p>Arrest the subject for the felony offense and book them into jail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do to ensure the safety of the subject, officers, medical personnel, and others when transporting an intoxicated subject for CPC admission?

    <p>Conduct a custodial search of the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What procedure should the DCDS staff follow when an intoxicated subject is placed into their facility for CPC admission?

    <p>Perform a medical screening of the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the policy, when can officers take custody of a subject for Civil Protective Custody (CPC) placement?

    <p>Only if the subject is medically stable and CPC criteria have been met.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If there is a disagreement between officers and medical staff regarding whether to place a subject in CPC, what action should be taken?

    <p>The Area Field Sergeant should be called to the scene to attempt to resolve the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a felony offense and meets the criteria for CPC?

    <p>Ask the DCDS staff for an estimated time to return and arrest the subject when their BAC is near 0.01.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a subject placed in CPC is subsequently discharged to a responsible party, what action should the officers take?

    <p>Complete an OPD &quot;Civil Protective Custody Release Form&quot; and ensure the subject signs it before leaving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consideration for officers when determining whether to place an intoxicated subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?

    <p>Whether CPC placement is needed to preserve life or prevent injury.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If DCDS employees feel that a subject in their care poses a safety risk to their staff, what action may officers take?

    <p>Assist DCDS staff as they perform their medical evaluation of the subject.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the DCDC determines that a violent intoxicated subject is too incapacitated to be booked into their facility, what should officers do?

    <p>Transport the subject to a medical facility for medical care/clearance, then transfer them back to DCDC.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an intoxicated subject commits a misdemeanor offense and meets the criteria for CPC, what should officers do?

    <p>Issue a citation and place the subject in CPC at the DCDS.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should officers do to ensure the safety of the subject, officers, medical personnel, and others when transporting an intoxicated subject for CPC admission?

    <p>Ensure the subject is secured and not actively combative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an intoxicated subject does not require medical attention and a responsible family member or facility is willing to care for them, what should officers do?

    <p>Release the subject to the responsible party or facility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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