DWI Investigation and Reporting

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What is the main objective of a law enforcement officer in identifying impaired drivers?

To issue traffic tickets to the impaired driver

To provide medical assistance to the impaired driver

To accurately identify and prosecute the impaired driver (correct)

To provide emotional support to the impaired driver

What is the purpose of the Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) course?

To educate officers on disability laws

To certify officers as medical professionals

To train officers on identifying intoxicated individuals (correct)

To teach officers how to handle emergency response situations

What is epilepsy, according to the provided information?

A condition that affects only major life activities

A physical disability

A mental illness

A disorder of the brain that produces temporary disruptions in normal brain function (correct)

What is the definition of a disability according to the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.)?

A physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of a person's major life activities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of law enforcement in relation to impaired drivers?

Identifying and prosecuting impaired drivers Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the DWI Investigation and Reporting course?

24 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is Cerebral Palsy characterized by?

An inability to fully control motor function Signup and view all the answers

What could be a symptom of high blood glucose levels?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is Epilepsy?

A non-contagious disorder Signup and view all the answers

What should a police officer do if they encounter a person with diabetes and are unsure whether they are suffering from low or high blood sugar?

Administer a sugar substance and convey the person to the hospital Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible symptom of low blood glucose levels?

Staggering Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason why a police officer might mistake someone with a disability for being drunk?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What should a police officer do if they encounter a person acting strangely and no alcohol is detected on the breath?

Look for a medical alert bracelet or necklace Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible symptom of Cerebral Palsy?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why should a police officer handle a seizure-like episode like it is a seizure?

Until evidence clearly points in another direction Signup and view all the answers

What could indicate a possible disability to a police officer?

A medical alert bracelet or necklace Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

DWI Investigation and Reporting

Law enforcement officers spend a significant amount of time identifying and arresting impaired drivers and testifying in court, requiring professionalism in identification, evidence collection, documentation, and testimony.

Objectives

Recruits must complete the latest edition of the NHTSA/IACP Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) course.
Recruits must be able to distinguish between impaired drivers and individuals with disabilities, such as epilepsy, cerebral palsy, or diabetes.

Disabilities

Disability: a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, as defined by the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A).
Epilepsy: a disorder of the brain producing temporary disruptions in normal brain function, causing seizures, and not a mental illness.
Cerebral Palsy: a chronic condition affecting body movement and muscle coordination, caused by brain damage during fetal development or infancy.
Diabetes: a chronic auto-immune disease characterized by insulin deficiency, excess sugar in the blood and urine, and related symptoms.

Identification of Impaired Individuals

Police officers must consider the possibility of a disability when faced with impaired responsiveness or behavior, especially if the person is unconscious, has slurred speech, is confused, or has impaired motor skills.

Managing Disabilities

Epilepsy: manage seizures by letting the episode run its course while protecting the individual from harm.
Cerebral Palsy: may exhibit impaired gait, slurred speech, hearing or visual impairments, muscle spasms, seizures, or mental retardation.
Diabetes: symptoms of high blood glucose levels include headaches, blurry vision, and excessive thirst; low blood glucose levels can cause confusion, shakiness, and fatigue.

Investigation and Response

If a police officer encounters a person acting strangely and no alcohol is detected, they should investigate further, looking for signs of a disability, such as a medical alert bracelet or necklace.
If unsure, the officer should administer a sugar substance and convey the person to the hospital.

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This quiz covers the procedures for law enforcement in identifying and investigating impaired drivers, including evidence collection, documentation, and courtroom testimony.