16 Questions
During an investigation of non-criminal misconduct, are accused employees allowed to have their immediate supervisor present during interrogations?
Yes
Are accused employees permitted to have counsel present during an interview regarding an investigation of non-criminal misconduct?
No
Can accused employees have counsel present during an interrogation regarding an investigation of criminal conduct?
Yes
What can investigators do during interrogations according to the guidelines mentioned?
Inform employees that failure to truthfully answer reasonable questions directly related to the investigation or failure to fully cooperate in the investigation may result in punitive action.
What is the prohibition regarding threatening employees during interrogations?
Investigators shall not threaten employees with punitive action during interrogations.
What is the consequence of failure to truthfully answer reasonable questions or fully cooperate in an investigation according to the guidelines?
Punitive action may result
What consequences can employees face for refusing to answer questions during an investigation?
indefinite suspension
What is the potential use of required statements obtained from employees during an investigation?
For disciplinary action or civil proceedings
Under what circumstances can employees be interrogated outside their normal duty hours?
Only if the Chief of Police or an AD commander deems the seriousness of the investigation requires it
What is the consequence for employees interrogated outside their normal duty hours?
They are entitled to receive overtime for that period
Under what condition can employees be interrogated at their home?
They shall not be interrogated at their home without their permission
What provision must be made during interrogations, as per the guidelines?
Provision for physical necessities like breaks for meals and bathroom visits
What is the requirement for providing a copy of the letter to the employee under investigation if a letter is sent to the Texas Attorney General?
It must be provided at the time of the interrogation or at the time of issuance if after the initial or subsequent interrogation.
In which situation can an employee be required to be photographed?
When the employee's identity is in question or for comparison with other photographs
Under what circumstances can the Chief of Police order an employee to submit to a polygraph examination?
in compliance with state law
Under what circumstances can employees be required to submit to a medical or laboratory examination at the department's expense?
As part of an internal investigation
Test your knowledge about the rights of accused employees in investigations of non-criminal and criminal misconduct, including the presence of supervisors and counsel during interrogations.
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