Domestic Violence - Employee Involved

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What action will the OPD take if an employee is convicted of a crime involving domestic violence?

Place them on special duty

Terminate their employment and revoke their law enforcement certificate (correct)

Allow them to continue handling firearms and ammunition

Suspend them without pay

What is the responsibility of OPD employees who handle weapons or ammunition if they are involved in a criminal case?

Not adhering to any protocols

Keeping their court dates confidential

Avoiding notifying their supervisor about court proceedings

Notifying the Professional Oversight Bureau of any arrests or charges related to domestic violence crimes (correct)

What will happen if an employee refuses to relinquish their firearms and ammunition after a conviction of a crime involving domestic violence?

Verbal warning

Immediate termination of employment and investigation for criminal law violations (correct)

Be allowed to keep their firearms

Receive a suspension with pay

In what circumstances may an employee convicted of a crime involving domestic violence be suspended with pay?

To comply with the law regarding firearm handling Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for an OPD officer convicted of misdemeanor and/or felony domestic violence?

Revocation of law enforcement certificate and termination from employment Signup and view all the answers

What action does the OPD take based on the outcome of an administrative investigation regardless of the criminal investigation's outcome?

Make decisions about the employee's status Signup and view all the answers

What action will be taken against employees who engage in threatening behavior towards fellow officers?

They will be subject to investigation, disciplinary action, and possible sanctions or criminal charges. Signup and view all the answers

What documentation must be included in reports of employee-involved DV incidents?

Location and circumstances among others as mentioned in the policy. Signup and view all the answers

Who should be notified of all suspected employee-involved DV incidents?

The Adult Special Victims Unit (ASVU) Lieutenant. Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if probable cause exists in an employee-involved DV incident?

An arrest must be made. Signup and view all the answers

When responding to an employee-involved DV incident, what type of cameras should officers use for documentation?

Domestic Violence cameras specifically designed for such incidents. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the investigative follow-up of reports of employee-involved DV from a criminal perspective?

Domestic Violence Squad. Signup and view all the answers

In cases where an arrest is made involving an OPD officer, what must the on-scene supervisor do?

**Relieve the accused officer of all department-owned weapon(s). Signup and view all the answers

True or False: The Forensic Investigations Unit will not be involved in photographing and recording scenes in employee-involved DV incidents.

False Signup and view all the answers

Which unit should be notified by the on-scene supervisor of all suspected employee-involved DV incidents for further action?

Adult Special Victims Unit (ASVU) Signup and view all the answers

Complete the sentence: 'When officers respond to employee-involved DV incidents, they shall adhere to __________.'

'the protocols outlined in the OPD Domestic Violence policy.' Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Omaha Police Department's policy regarding employees involved in domestic violence?

To prioritize the safety of the victim and hold the perpetrator accountable through arrest if appropriate Signup and view all the answers

According to the definitions provided, which of the following scenarios would be considered a 'dating relationship'?

A couple who have been living together for three years and have an intimate relationship Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions would NOT be considered domestic violence under the provided definition?

A person verbally insulting their partner during a heated disagreement Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an 'exclusionary order' as defined in the policy?

To prohibit the respondent from contacting or approaching the applicant Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the policy, who is considered the 'applicant'?

The victim who sought the protection order or initiated the court case Signup and view all the answers

Based on the provided definitions, which of the following scenarios would NOT be considered domestic violence?

A roommate physically assaulting their roommate over a disagreement about household chores Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'ex parte' refer to in the context of court orders?

A hearing where only one side is heard Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered an 'intimate partner'?

Coworkers who are involved in a romantic relationship Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a prohibited action under a Protection Order, according to the text?

Allowing the Respondent to visit the Applicant's workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Omaha Police Department's 'Domestic Violence Applicant Screening' policy?

To screen sworn applicants for indicators of violent or abusive behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a supervisor responsibility in relation to domestic violence issues?

Conducting evaluations of an officer's mental and physical well-being Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is TRUE about the City of Omaha's Employee Assistance Program?

The program is designed to help employees avoid the escalation of personal and familial conflicts Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'stalking' under NRS 28 311.03?

Willfully harassing another person or family or household member with the intent to injure, terrify, threaten, or intimidate Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is TRUE regarding employee responsibilities in relation to domestic violence issues?

Employees are required to report any knowledge of abuse or violence involving fellow employees to their supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'harassment' under NRS 28 311.02?

To knowingly and willfully engage in a course of conduct directed at a specific person which seriously terrifies, threatens, or intimidates the person and which serves no legitimate purpose Signup and view all the answers