22 Questions
Which of the following items will NOT be stored in the temporary storage locker refrigerator?
Perishable food items
What information should be included on the CGPD property receipt and the I/I report when impounding bicycles?
Serial number, color, size, and make
In which cases does the MDPD take responsibility for the impoundment of probate evidence?
Homicide, suicide, accidental death, unattended death, and cases where a physician will not sign a death certificate
Which one of the following statements about the medication drop box is true?
One key for the medication drop box is secured in the Property & Evidence Section Key Box.
How many keys are available for the medication drop box?
Two
Where is the other key for the medication drop box secured?
In the 'Keywatcher' located in the Communications Center
According to the text, how long should physical evidence and case files be retained for crimes listed under chapter 794?
100 years
According to the text, what is the purpose of marking 'Destroy' in the disposition category on the Property Receipt?
To dispose of the property
According to the text, who is responsible for ensuring the final disposition of all property?
The Property and Evidence Section Sergeant
According to the text, how should firearms be disposed of?
Destroyed
According to the text, which of the following is a reason for releasing property and evidence from the Property and Evidence Section?
For investigative purposes
According to the text, what is required for the release of property or evidence?
Chain of custody documentation
According to the text, what should be done if property is returned to the Property and Evidence Section after normal business hours?
Place the property in a temporary property storage locker with a note
According to the text, what is required for property to be released to Local, State, or Federal Law Enforcement Agencies?
Proper credentials with photo identification or other official verifiable identification
According to the text, what happens to firearms that are not secured within one year from the date of the Return to Owner letter?
They will be transported to an approved melting facility for destruction
According to the text, what happens to confiscated ammunition that is returned to the owner?
It will be released to the owner at the Public Operations Desk
According to the text, how are exotic weapons disposed of?
They are transported to an approved melting facility for destruction
According to the text, what requirements must be met before controlled substances can be prepared for destruction?
All of the above
According to the text, when can a firearm be returned to the lawful owner if no arrest was made and there is no active court case regarding the matter?
If the firearm has been entered in the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network Computer (N.I.B.I.N)
According to the text, what is the purpose of the Photographic and Evidence Form DB017?
To obtain authorization to photograph recovered stolen property
According to the text, under what circumstances does a court order become necessary for the release of an impounded firearm?
If the firearm was impounded and there is an articulable concern for the safety of the owner or others
According to the text, what is the responsibility of the Officer/Lead Case Agent in the disposition process?
To access the Clerk of the Courts website to determine the court case disposition
Test your knowledge on completing disposition forms for non-active cases with this quiz. Learn about the rules and statutory exemptions for retaining physical evidence and case files. Covering crimes such as aggravated battery and kidnapping, this quiz will help you understand the proper procedures.
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