60 Questions
What is the main purpose of Civil Protective Custody (CPC) as described in the text?
To preserve life and prevent injury to intoxicated adults
What age group is eligible for Civil Protective Custody (CPC) according to the Omaha Police Department policy?
19 years and older
Where are individuals taken if they are placed in Civil Protective Custody (CPC) by the Omaha Police Department?
Douglas County Detoxification Services (DCDS) facility
What must the blood alcohol content (BAC) level be for a subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC) to be released?
0.01 or below
What is the requirement for officers using Civil Protective Custody (CPC) regarding judgment?
They should exercise sound judgment in balancing safety of the subject and the public
Why is Civil Protective Custody (CPC) not an available option for juvenile subjects according to the text?
Juvenile subjects are not eligible under CPC age restrictions
What is the primary purpose of utilizing force against an intoxicated and combative/violent subject?
To protect the subject, facility staff, officers, and others from harm
Which Nebraska Revised Statute (NRS) is specifically mentioned as being relevant to the policy on handling intoxicated and combative/violent subjects?
NRS §28-1412
Which of the following case laws is cited as being relevant to the transfer of custody during mental health placement?
Ginapp v. City of Bellevue, 282 Neb. 1027
Which of the following is NOT one of the previous OPD Orders mentioned?
24-17
What is the relevant CALEA Accreditation standard mentioned in the text?
1.1.3
According to the policy, what is the primary consideration for officers when determining whether to place an intoxicated subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?
Whether the subject is medically stable and CPC placement is needed to preserve life or prevent injury
If there is a disagreement between officers and medical staff about whether to place a subject in CPC, what action should be taken?
The Area Field Sergeant should be called to the scene to attempt to resolve the situation
What conditions must be met before officers can take custody of a subject for CPC placement?
The subject must be medically stable, and the CPC criteria must be met
If a subject placed in CPC is subsequently discharged to a responsible party, what action should the officers take?
Complete an OPD "Civil Protective Custody Release Form" and have the subject sign it before leaving
What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a misdemeanor offense and meets the criteria for CPC?
Issue a citation and place the subject in the CPC Unit at the DCDS
What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a felony offense and meets the criteria for CPC?
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
If an intoxicated subject becomes violent while confined in CPC, what should officers do?
Transport the subject directly to the Douglas County Department of Corrections (DCDC) and book them after their release from CPC
If the DCDC determines that a violent intoxicated subject is too incapacitated to be booked into their facility, what should officers do?
Transport the subject to a medical facility for medical care/clearance, and then transfer them back to DCDC to be booked once cleared
If DCDS employees feel that a subject in their care poses a safety risk to their staff, what action may officers take?
Assist DCDS staff members as they perform their medical evaluation of the subject
Which statement accurately describes the criteria for placing an intoxicated subject into civil protective custody (CPC)?
The subject must be a danger to themselves or others AND unable to care for themselves due to alcohol intoxication.
What should officers do before placing an intoxicated subject into CPC?
Determine if the subject needs medical attention and if another individual or facility is available to care for them.
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?
Turn the subject over to the responsible family member or facility and complete the OPD Civil Protective Custody Release Form (OPD Form 157B).
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?
Promptly notify DCDS of the change in plans to ensure they do not continue preparations for accepting the subject.
What should officers do to ensure the safety of the subject, officers, medical personnel, and others when transporting an intoxicated subject for CPC admission?
Conduct a custodial search of the subject prior to transport, as described in the OPD "Searches - Persons" policy.
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?
Assess the patient's condition and determine if they meet the criteria for CPC placement.
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?
Coordinate with the DCDS staff to determine an appropriate way to proceed, which may include transporting the subject to a hospital.
What form(s) should officers complete for all CPC placements?
OPD Civil Protective Custody Admission Record (OPD Form 157) and OPD Behavioral Health Incident Tracking Form (PortalOne).
What procedure should the DCDS staff follow when an intoxicated subject is placed into their facility for CPC admission?
Perform a medical screening of the subject.
What is the main factor that officers must consider when deciding to place an intoxicated adult subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?
The subject's inability to care for themselves or others
What action should officers take if a subject aged 18 years or younger is determined to require CPC?
Seek alternative methods for managing the subject's condition
Under what circumstances can officers release a subject from Civil Protective Custody (CPC) before the 24-hour period has elapsed?
If the subject's blood alcohol content (BAC) is below 0.01
What is the specific location where intoxicated adult subjects are taken when placed in Civil Protective Custody (CPC) by the Omaha Police Department?
Douglas County Detoxification Services (DCDS) facility
If an intoxicated adult subject is determined to be too violent and incapacitated to be admitted into the DCDS facility, what should officers do?
Release the subject into a responsible family member's care
In which jurisdiction does Civil Protective Custody (CPC) fall under as per the provided text?
Omaha Police Department (OPD)
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?
The need to protect the subject, staff, officers and others from harm
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?
Transport the subject to the nearest hospital emergency department
Which of the following Nebraska Revised Statutes is cited as being directly relevant to the policy on handling intoxicated and combative/violent subjects?
NRS §28-1412
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?
Transport the subject directly to jail and book them for the felony offense
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?
The medical staff's assessment should take precedence
What is the primary consideration for officers when determining whether to place an intoxicated subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?
Whether the subject is a danger to themselves or others and/or unable to care for themselves
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?
Coordinate with the DCDS staff to determine an appropriate way to proceed, which may include transporting the subject to a hospital
What should officers do if the DCDC determines that a violent intoxicated subject is too incapacitated to be booked into their facility?
Transport the subject to a hospital for medical treatment
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?
Promptly notify DCDS of the change in plans
What conditions must be met before officers can take custody of a subject for CPC placement?
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
What should officers do before placing an intoxicated subject into CPC?
Conduct a custodial search of the subject
What form(s) should officers complete for all CPC placements?
OPD "Civil Protective Custody Admission Record" (OPD Form 157) and OPD Behavioral Health Incident Tracking Form (PortalOne)
What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a felony offense and meets the criteria for CPC?
Arrest the subject for the felony offense and book them into jail
What should officers do to ensure the safety of the subject, officers, medical personnel, and others when transporting an intoxicated subject for CPC admission?
Conduct a custodial search of the subject
What procedure should the DCDS staff follow when an intoxicated subject is placed into their facility for CPC admission?
Perform a medical screening of the subject
According to the policy, when can officers take custody of a subject for Civil Protective Custody (CPC) placement?
Only if the subject is medically stable and CPC criteria have been met.
If there is a disagreement between officers and medical staff regarding whether to place a subject in CPC, what action should be taken?
The Area Field Sergeant should be called to the scene to attempt to resolve the situation.
What should officers do if an intoxicated subject commits a felony offense and meets the criteria for CPC?
Ask the DCDS staff for an estimated time to return and arrest the subject when their BAC is near 0.01.
If a subject placed in CPC is subsequently discharged to a responsible party, what action should the officers take?
Complete an OPD "Civil Protective Custody Release Form" and ensure the subject signs it before leaving.
What is the primary consideration for officers when determining whether to place an intoxicated subject in Civil Protective Custody (CPC)?
Whether CPC placement is needed to preserve life or prevent injury.
If DCDS employees feel that a subject in their care poses a safety risk to their staff, what action may officers take?
Assist DCDS staff as they perform their medical evaluation of the subject.
If the DCDC determines that a violent intoxicated subject is too incapacitated to be booked into their facility, what should officers do?
Transport the subject to a medical facility for medical care/clearance, then transfer them back to DCDC.
If an intoxicated subject commits a misdemeanor offense and meets the criteria for CPC, what should officers do?
Issue a citation and place the subject in CPC at the DCDS.
What should officers do to ensure the safety of the subject, officers, medical personnel, and others when transporting an intoxicated subject for CPC admission?
Ensure the subject is secured and not actively combative.
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?
Release the subject to the responsible party or facility.
Learn about Civil Protective Custody (CPC), an involuntary detainment method used to protect the safety of intoxicated adults and others. Explore the criteria for placing someone in CPC and the responsibilities of officers involved.
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