Chapter 24 - DWI Investigations
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Which of the following actions should an officer take when investigating a hit-and-run crash? (Select all that apply)

  • Complete the official crash report before pursuing the fleeing vehicle
  • Initiate an immediate pursuit of the fleeing vehicle if there is a reasonable chance of apprehension (correct)
  • Broadcast a description of the fleeing vehicle as soon as possible (correct)
  • Contact the Armed Forces police unit if the fleeing vehicle enters a military reservation

What is the primary responsibility of the Traffic Safety Unit and Criminal Investigation Division Traffic Investigator in the event of a fatal crash?

  • Notify the next of kin (correct)
  • Prepare the official crash report
  • Apprehend the driver responsible for the crash
  • Investigate the cause of the crash

If a vehicle involved in a crash comes to rest on private property, who has the right to keep the vehicle?

  • The vehicle owner (correct)
  • The investigating officer
  • The property owner
  • The person who called in the crash

What should the investigating officer do if they need additional information from an injured person in a hospital?

<p>Go to the hospital and attempt to ascertain the condition of the injured party (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following offenses may be committed by a driver who flees the scene of a crash? (Select all that apply)

<p>Leaving the scene of a crash (A), Failure to Stop and Render Aid (B), Criminally Negligent Homicide (C), Driving Under the Influence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must an officer do when investigating a private property crash that results in a fatality?

<p>Prepare an offense report classified as DECEASED PERSON. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When is a follow-up investigation conducted for a hit-and-run incident?

<p>When identifying the hit-and-run vehicle or its operator. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should collisions happening due to public roadway incidents be recorded if they occur on private property?

<p>As a public traffic way crash. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should an officer take for private property crashes involving only property damage?

<p>Inform drivers that there is no follow-up investigation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required when a Sheriff’s Office vehicle is involved in a crash?

<p>A field supervisor must be called to the scene. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the given text, why should officers bring the drivers together?

<p>To uncover inconsistencies in their accounts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of surveying the crash scene?

<p>Collecting witness statements and identifying any potential witnesses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a crash occurs at a railroad grade crossing, what crucial information should be included in the report?

<p>The crossing’s serial number located on a nearby telephone pole (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT a responsibility of the officer after clearing a crash scene?

<p>Transporting injured individuals to the nearest hospital (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of referencing the point of impact in relation to the nearest curb line?

<p>To accurately locate the crash site for investigation and reporting (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Point of impact

The precise location where two vehicles collided during a crash.

Crossing Serial Number

A designated identifier assigned to each railroad crossing for reference.

Crash Scene Sketch

A documented visual representation of the crash scene, including crucial details like skid marks and vehicle positions.

Vehicle Damage Scale Booklet

An organized system used to assess and categorize the severity of damage sustained by vehicles involved in a crash.

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Driver Confrontation

When officers bring together the drivers involved in a crash to provide their accounts in each other's presence.

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Private Property Crash

Any crash involving a moving vehicle that occurs on private property, not a public road, and results in property damage, personal injury, or death.

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Reporting Private Property Crashes

An officer completes a standard vehicle crash report for private property crashes, similar to those on public roadways.

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Fatal Private Property Crashes

In cases of a fatality resulting from a private property crash, the investigating officer must also prepare an offense report categorized as "DECEASED PERSON."

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Limited Investigation for Property Damage

Officers should inform those involved in private property crashes that the Sheriff's Office doesn't typically investigate crashes involving only property damage.

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Private Property Crashes with Public Roadway Cause

Crashes that occur on private property but were caused by some incident on a public roadway are treated as public roadway crashes.

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Vehicle on Private Property After Crash

If a vehicle is involved in a crash and comes to rest on private property, the property owner is not allowed to keep the vehicle. The investigating officer must remove it.

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Hit-and-Run Broadcast

When investigating a hit-and-run crash, a description of the fleeing vehicle should be broadcasted as soon as possible, including its direction of travel and potential damage.

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Hit-and-Run Pursuit

When responding to a hit-and-run crash, if there's a reasonable chance of apprehending the fleeing vehicle, the first officer to arrive should immediately initiate pursuit.

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Hit-and-Run Felony

If the driver of a vehicle involved in a crash leaves the scene to escape and has committed a felony offense, the officer should take immediate action.

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Crash Report

The official crash report is a public record and should be factual, professional, and neatly printed.

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Study Notes

Crash Investigation and Traffic Enforcement

  • Purpose: Provide guidelines for investigating motor vehicle crashes, covering all types.
  • Crash Investigation Purposes:
    • Develop crash prevention programs.
    • Determine if laws were broken.
    • Gather evidence for prosecution.
    • Determine how involved parties' rights are affected.
  • Street/Highway Definition: The area between boundary lines open to public vehicle travel. Includes bridges. Newly constructed but unopened roads aren't considered.
  • Roadway Definition: Improved/designed portion of highway for vehicle travel, excluding berms and shoulders. If a highway has multiple roadways, this refers to each one individually.
  • Motor Vehicle Definition: Self-propelled vehicles, electrically propelled vehicles (not on rails), and towed objects (like trailers, sleds). The vehicle's load is considered part of the vehicle (excluding aircraft).
  • Crash Definition: An unintended event causing damage or injury on a traffic way.
  • Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash Definition: A crash involving a moving vehicle resulting in death, injury, or property damage. Crash must originate on a traffic way.
  • Examples of Motor Vehicle Traffic Crashes:
    • Person falling from a moving vehicle.
    • Objects falling from a vehicle causing damage.
    • Carbon monoxide poisoning during vehicle operation.
    • Damage to a vehicle caused by contact with another vehicle.
    • Contact with a vehicle-carried object causing damage.
    • Any object set in motion causing injury/damage.
    • Fire in a moving vehicle.
    • Driverless vehicle causing damage.
  • Classifications of Motor Vehicle Crashes:
    • MV-PED (Motor Vehicle-Pedestrian).
    • MV-MV (Motor Vehicle-Motor Vehicle).
    • MV-Train
    • MV-Animal Drawn Vehicle
    • MV-Other Object (e.g., moveable objects other than vehicles or trains).
    • MV-Fixed Object (e.g., curb, fences)
    • MV-Bicycle, Pedal Cycle
    • MV-Animal
    • Non-Collision Overturning
    • Non-Collision Running Off Roadway
  • Crash investigation steps:
    • Immediately proceed to the scene safely, following traffic regulations.
    • If another crash/incident discovered while en route, evaluate, notify dispatcher.
    • Clear lanes of traffic during busy situations.
    • Park appropriately considering emergency vehicle routes.
    • Evaluate the injured and protect them. Call emergency services, like ambulances.
    • Prevent further issues; protect property of the victim.
    • Identify and secure the drivers' identification.
    • Locate drivers in a safe area allowing observation.
    • Ensure all necessary authorities are called.
    • Secure the scene and ensure everyone is safe.
    • Examine damage, gather descriptions for reports.
    • Take photos of the scene.
    • Clear debris and remove any damaged/involved vehicles from the roadway.
    • Interview drivers and witnesses.
    • Establish the point of impact.
    • Report measurements and observations (e.g., street widths, impact point, skid marks).
    • Complete an official report on the incident.

Hit and Run Crashes

  • Procedures closely follow other crash investigation steps, but sequence may vary.
  • If other vehicle information is available, report immediately.
  • Chase/apprehension needed if possible.
  • If the driver is stopped, assess the violation committed.
  • Note driver and car's information/description if possible for broadcast.
  • Investigate the area/determine if there was a hit-and-run and where (other possible location).
  • Notify relevant authorities.

Private Property Crashes

  • Crashes occurring on private property are handled similarly to public roadway crashes, but with some differences.
  • A field supervisor is required to document evidence and county jurisdiction.
  • Vehicles are removed from the property; equipment is documented and catalogued.
  • Supervisor checks mechanical soundness of any disabled Sheriff vehicle.
  • A report is completed.

Citations and Traffic Safety

  • Uniform enforcement is essential.
  • Officer action depends on factors like probable cause and reasonable suspicion.
  • Drivers violating posted speed limits are subject to citations.
  • Safety is a primary concern; blind adherence to letter of laws can lead to unsafe situations.

Juvenile Drivers

  • State laws apply to juveniles involved in traffic crashes/citations.
  • The age (14-17) determines action and associated procedures.
  • A juvenile under 17 is subject to certain procedures if they are arrested for driving while intoxicated.

Radar Operations

  • Radar operations must comply with proper procedures and safety guidelines.
  • Detailed guidelines emphasize accuracy and safety.
  • Equipment maintenance is also required.

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This quiz provides an overview of guidelines for investigating motor vehicle crashes. It covers definitions relevant to crash investigation, including streets, highways, and motor vehicles, alongside their implications for law enforcement and crash prevention. Understand the different purposes tied to investigations and the significance of gathering evidence.

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