28 Questions
Which rights are guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States to all who live in this nation?
The right to equal protection under the law
Who is charged with protecting the fundamental rights of citizens and non-citizens?
The Grandview Heights Division of Police
What fundamental right do citizens and non-citizens have in relation to searches and seizures?
The fundamental right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures by governmental agents
What is the consequence of engaging in bias-based profiling?
It is a violation of others' rights and will not be tolerated.
Under what conditions is profiling considered inappropriate?
When it is based on bias and violates rights.
Which of the following characteristics can bias-based profiling be based on?
Physical appearance
What actions can be considered as bias-based profiling if based solely on the person’s ethnic or racial characteristics, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, economic status, age, cultural group, or any other identifiable group?
All of the above
Why is bias-based profiling considered inappropriate?
It violates people's rights
A legal standard that a person has been, is, or is about to be engaged in criminal activity based on specific and articulable facts and inferences.
Reasonable Suspicion
What is the basis for determining reasonable suspicion?
Specific and articulable facts and inferences
What is the difference between reasonable suspicion and probable cause?
Reasonable suspicion is a lower standard than probable cause
Which of the following best describes probable cause?
Facts and circumstances within an officer’s knowledge that are sufficient to warrant a prudent person to believe a suspect has committed, is committing or is about to commit a crime.
What factors should not be considered in determining probable cause for an arrest or reasonable suspicion for a stop?
A person's race, ethnic background, gender, and age
What is one of the requirements for division personnel when stopping or detaining a person?
To advise the person of the reason for the stop or detention as soon as practical
When can a person's characteristics be a factor in determining probable cause for an arrest or reasonable suspicion for a stop?
When based on specific credible information containing a physical description of a suspect in a criminal or traffic offense
What is required for motorists to be subjected to stops, seizures, or detentions?
Reasonable suspicion of both a traffic infraction and a criminal offense
What information should officers notify the Communications Coordinator about for each self-initiated motor vehicle stop?
Location of the stop, license plate number, and race and gender demographics
Who is responsible for logging the information provided by officers about self-initiated motor vehicle stops?
The Communications Coordinator
When can officers search a person or vehicle?
If there is a legally recognized exception to the warrant requirement
What is strongly recommended before conducting a consent search?
Obtaining written consent
What should officers not do once they have cited or warned a motorist?
Detain the motorist further
Which agency personnel is responsible for conducting an Annual Administrative Review of agency practices concerning bias-based profiling?
The Communications Supervisor
What information should be included in the demographics report of self-initiated traffic stops conducted during the Annual Administrative Review?
Race and gender of the driver
Who is the Annual Administrative Review made available to?
The public
Which personnel are required to receive training in the Division's policy reference Bias-Based Profiling and related legal issues?
All sworn Division personnel
How often should sworn Division personnel receive training in the Division's policy reference Bias-Based Profiling and related legal issues?
Every entry-level and annual in-service training
According to the agency's disciplinary procedures, what should be used to address violations of this policy?
Corrective measures
Who should ensure that no retaliatory action is taken against any member of the department who discloses information concerning bias-based profiling?
Supervisors
Test your knowledge on the fundamental rights guaranteed by the United States Constitution to all individuals living in the nation, the entities responsible for safeguarding these rights, and the consequences of bias-based profiling. Explore concepts such as protection against unreasonable searches and seizures, inappropriate profiling conditions, and characteristics used for bias-based profiling.
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