20 Questions
What is the primary focus of the Des Plaines Police Department's policy on hate crimes?
Protecting the rights of all individuals
What motivates a crime to be classified as a hate crime?
Prejudice based on protected characteristics
According to the policy, what should officers do to prevent hate crimes?
Make an affirmative effort to establish contact with potential targets of hate crimes
What is NOT a characteristic that may motivate a hate crime?
Age
What assistance may officers access when necessary?
Community and victim groups
What is the Illinois statute referenced in the policy?
720 ILCS 5/12-7.1
What is the primary goal of the officer(s) after assigning them to investigate a suspected hate crime?
To contact the victim, witness, or reporting party to investigate the matter further
What triggers the notification of a supervisor in a suspected hate crime investigation?
As soon as practical after receiving the report
What is the main reason for preserving evidence in a hate crime investigation?
To establish that a hate crime was involved
Who may request additional assistance in a hate crime investigation?
The assigned officer(s) or supervisor
What happens to the 'in progress' aspects of a suspected hate crime situation?
They are stabilized (e.g., treatment of victims, apprehension of present suspects, etc.)
What is the purpose of interviewing witnesses, victims, and others in a hate crime investigation?
To determine what circumstances, if any, indicate that the situation may involve a hate crime
What should the assigned officer(s) include in the relevant report(s) regarding a hate crime?
All available evidence indicating the likelihood of a hate crime
What should be done to ensure that a hate crime situation does not escalate further?
Take reasonable steps to mitigate the situation
If a case is assigned to the Criminal Investigations Section, who is responsible for following up on the reported hate crime?
The assigned detective
What is the purpose of maintaining contact with the victim and other involved individuals as needed?
To keep them informed of the investigation's progress
What federal law prohibits discrimination-based acts?
18 USC § 245
What is the purpose of providing the Support Services Manager with enough information?
To meet the reporting requirements of 50 ILCS 709/5-12
What training will all members of this department receive?
ILETSB approved training on hate crimes
What should be clearly marked on all related reports?
Hate Crimes
Learn about the Des Plaines Police Department's policy on hate crimes, including the purpose, scope, and guidelines for ensuring justice is served. Test your knowledge of the policy and its implications.
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