Des Plaines PD Policy: Subpoenas and Court Appearances

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What should the supervisor do after receiving a subpoena?

  • File the subpoena in the department's records
  • Notify the Chief of Police and the appropriate prosecuting attorney (correct)
  • Ignore the subpoena and let the member handle it
  • Take the subpoena to the court and argue against it

What happens to a member who fails to comply with a subpoena?

  • They will be given additional training on court appearances
  • They will be rewarded for their non-compliance
  • They will be exempt from future subpoenas
  • They will be subject to discipline (correct)

Why do members need to provide and maintain current contact information?

  • To receive promotional materials from the department
  • So the department can keep track of their daily activities
  • To facilitate standby agreements and ensure timely communication (correct)
  • To be considered for special assignments

What is the purpose of a standby agreement?

<p>To ensure that members can be reached and respond quickly to court appearances (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a member do if they change their location during the day while on standby?

<p>Notify the department of their new location (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of members when appearing in court?

<p>To be punctual and prepared to proceed immediately with their case (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for members to remain on standby until released by the court or the party that issued the subpoena?

<p>To facilitate quick response to court appearances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Chief of Police in regards to subpoenas?

<p>To determine if additional legal support is necessary (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the department's policy on retaliation against members who testify?

<p>Members are protected from retaliation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of attire is recommended for members appearing in court?

<p>Department uniform or business casual attire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to properly served orders to appear that were issued by a state administrative agency?

<p>They are subject to the same rules as subpoenas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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