Consent Searches Guidelines and Procedures

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What is the purpose of an inventory search of seized vehicles or property?

To ensure all evidence is destroyed

To conduct a thorough search for narcotics

To gather evidence for a search warrant

To document and secure the contents of the vehicle (correct)

When should a deputy conducting a vehicle impound inventory stop the search?

When evidence is properly packaged

When they suspect the presence of illegal narcotics

When fruits of a crime are found

When probable cause for search develops (correct)

What measures should the seizing deputy take after conducting a search of a seized vehicle?

Roll up windows, lock doors, and place security seals (correct)

Store evidence in an unmarked manner

Leave evidence unmarked and unsecured

Release all property to the owner immediately

In what situation can a search incident to arrest be conducted?

For the purpose of protecting against attack and escape Signup and view all the answers

Who must give consent for a search to be valid?

A person with the authority to consent Signup and view all the answers

When can consent for a search be withdrawn?

At any time during the search Signup and view all the answers

What is the deputy required to use when conducting a search if possible?

A written Consent to Search Form Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances does a stop and frisk occur?

When the deputy has reasons to fear for their safety Signup and view all the answers

When should a frisk during a stop and frisk be terminated?

If the item is not found immediately Signup and view all the answers

In what situation can a warrantless vehicle search be conducted?

To a vehicle and containers within the immediate span of control of the driver Signup and view all the answers

How should all other vehicle searches be conducted?

Based on the execution of a search warrant Signup and view all the answers

What action is NOT required when asking for consent to search?

Providing a reason Signup and view all the answers

Who must authorize a strip search according to the policy?

Corrections Shift Leader Signup and view all the answers

In what location should strip searches be conducted according to the policy?

At the agency's detention facility Signup and view all the answers

Who should be present during a strip search according to the gender requirement?

Any person conducting or observing the search Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances shall a strip search not be conducted?

For traffic or regulatory offenses Signup and view all the answers

What is the guiding principle for determining if an item is abandoned?

Dependent on the surrounding facts Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for giving parental notification of a strip search?

Corrections Shift Leader Signup and view all the answers

What is the gender requirement for the presence of a deputy during a strip search?

Of the same gender, gender identity, or gender expression Signup and view all the answers

What criteria will result in a juvenile strip or body cavity search according to the policy?

Meeting the criteria in F.S. 901.211 Signup and view all the answers

When can a search within a building occur without obtaining a search warrant?

To check other rooms for accomplices or protect against possible attacks Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can a deputy seize evidence or contraband under the plain view doctrine?

If the item seized is seen in plain view, and the incriminating nature of the item is immediately apparent Signup and view all the answers

What is the criteria for a warrantless search of a vehicle when the arrestee is an occupant?

When evidence relevant to the crime of the arrest might be found in the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

In the context of abandoned property, why is searching such property allowed?

Due to the property holding no reasonable expectation of privacy Signup and view all the answers

What dictates the scope of a search within a building during an arrest?

Limitations to only other rooms and not drawers, files, or outlying buildings Signup and view all the answers

What conditions must be met for a deputy to seize evidence or contraband under the plain view doctrine?

The item must be seen in plain view, and the incriminating nature of the item is immediately apparent Signup and view all the answers

Why is a warrantless search of a motor vehicle linked to the arrest of an occupant?

To secure the evidence within the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a search in a building extend beyond other rooms and closets?

When a warrant for the search is obtained Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conducting a body cavity search according to the given text?

To check for weapons or contraband Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to conduct body cavity searches according to the text?

Medical professionals at an approved facility Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a body cavity search be performed by Law Enforcement deputies in the field?

When there is reasonable suspicion of concealed contraband Signup and view all the answers

Who must provide written authorization for a body cavity search before it is conducted?

A Supervisor / Shift Leader Signup and view all the answers

What is the exception to the rule that body cavity searches will only be conducted by medical personnel at an approved facility?

Law enforcement deputies in the field Signup and view all the answers

What measures must the deputy take if there is a reasonable suspicion of concealment in a body cavity?

Maintain control and contact with the arrestee Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Corrections Division's contracted medical provider according to the text?

To provide medical services unrelated to body cavity searches Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken by the arrestee during a body cavity search?

Maintain control and contact with the deputy Signup and view all the answers

Where must an arrestee be taken for a body cavity search to be conducted?

Nearest approved medical facility Signup and view all the answers

What are the purposes for which a body cavity search may be conducted based on the text?

Locating concealed weapons or contraband Signup and view all the answers