Evidence Lockers and Procedures
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Evidence Lockers and Procedures

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What is the primary purpose of Evidence Lockers within each district?

  • To provide safe and secure storage of evidence or found property. (correct)
  • To store evidence that has already been presented in court.
  • To conduct forensic examinations of evidence.
  • To store evidence temporarily before it is destroyed.

    • What must deputies do before placing evidence in the Evidence Lockers?

  • Conduct a forensic examination of the evidence.
  • Complete a written report detailing the seizure. (correct)
  • Randomly select a locker to store the evidence.
  • Obtain permission from a supervisor.

    • What information is NOT required to be entered into the Evidence Log?

  • Time of seizure (correct)
  • Description of item(s)
  • Locker number
  • Date

    • What is the purpose of the Property Receipt?

    <p>To clearly document each item of evidence or found property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should deputies do with items destined for the Crime Laboratory?

    <p>Clearly mark and separately package them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who should initial the Evidence Log?

    <p>Both the submitting deputy and the supervisor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of properly packaging and safeguarding evidence?

    <p>To preserve the evidentiary value of the item(s).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Evidence Lockers in relation to evidence seizure?

    <p>To provide a secure location for evidence until it is transported to the Crime Laboratory or Evidence/Property Room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should firearms be placed, according to the standard operating procedures?

    <p>In secured lockers located within each district/command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done to preserve the evidentiary value of knives?

    <p>Properly package them in an approved knife box and seal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of items are considered SHARPS?

    <p>Syringes, razors, glass, and needles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with suspected drugs and controlled substances less than trafficking amounts?

    <p>Place them in secured evidence lockers located within each district/command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for trafficking amounts of controlled substances?

    <p>The appropriate investigative call-out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should money be placed, according to the standard operating procedures?

    <p>In secured lockers located within each district/command</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of logging items in the Evidence Log?

    <p>To track the chain of custody</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are safety precautions necessary when handling firearms?

    <p>To prevent accidents and ensure officer safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum amount of money that can be placed in secured lockers?

    <p>$500.00</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who must co-sign the receipt when counting money?

    <p>A deputy with supervisor approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Evidence Technicians?

    <p>To conduct weekly pick-ups at the various districts/commands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to seal the Evidence Envelope?

    <p>Evidence Tape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring that all items are properly noted on the Evidence Log?

    <p>The Evidence Technicians</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Master Key provided to the Evidence Custodian?

    <p>To access the secure lockers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done with money in excess of $500.00 but less than $5000.00?

    <p>It must be temporarily stored in the secure lockers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should Evidence Technicians do if they notice a discrepancy in the Evidence Log, Packaging, or Property Receipt?

    <p>Notify the District Evidence Custodian or a Shift Supervisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring that the Evidence Lockers remain functional and in good working condition?

    <p>The Evidence Custodian</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Evidence Log?

    <p>To document the submission of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the last step in the process of handling money?

    <p>Entering the money into O-Drop together for O-Drop authentication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for transporting firearms to the Crime Laboratory?

    <p>Designated district employees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of the liaison with the Crime Laboratory and the Evidence Room?

    <p>To mediate and remedy issues related to the submission of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be logged into O-Drop, regardless of amount?

    <p>All money, regardless of amount</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should a courier be designated to transport evidence to the Crime Laboratory and/or Evidence/Property Room?

    <p>As needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required to be sealed and stored at the Property Room?

    <p>Money being transported by an Evidence Technician</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Evidence Lockers

    • Evidence Lockers are located within each district for the safe and secure storage of evidence or found property.
    • The purpose of the lockers is to provide a secure storage of evidence until it is transported to the Crime Laboratory or the Evidence Room.

    Guidelines for Seizing Evidence

    • Deputies must complete a written report detailing the seizure of evidence.
    • Items must be clearly documented on a Property Receipt and properly packaged and safeguarded to preserve their evidentiary value.
    • Items destined for the Crime Laboratory should be clearly marked and separately packaged from those destined for the Evidence/Property Room.

    Evidence Log

    • The Evidence Log must contain the following information:
      • Date
      • Description of item(s)
      • Destination of the item(s) - either Crime Lab or Evidence/Property Room
      • Locker #
      • Initials of submitting deputy
      • Initials of supervisor

    Types of Evidence

    • Firearms: Must be properly packaged in an approved Gun Box, sealed, and logged into the EVIDENCE LOG.
    • Knives: Must be properly packaged in an approved knife box, sealed, and logged into the EVIDENCE LOG.
    • Sharps: Must be packaged and sealed in an approved Sharps container.
    • Drugs/Narcotics: Suspected drugs and other controlled substances may be placed in secured evidence lockers, provided they are properly packaged, sealed, and logged in the EVIDENCE LOG.
    • Money:
      • Up to $500.00: May be placed in secured lockers, provided that the following conditions are met:
        • Deputies must notify their supervisor when taking custody of money.
        • Money will be counted in the presence of a supervisor or a deputy with supervisor approval.
        • Money will be packaged in an approved Evidence Envelope, sealed, and logged into O-Drop.
      • Over $500.00: Must be transported to the Evidence/Property Room during normal Property Room hours of operation.

    Evidence Custodian

    • Each District/Command will designate a sergeant or lieutenant to act as Evidence Custodian.
    • The Evidence Custodian will be responsible for:
      • Ensuring that the Master Key to the Secure Lockers is safeguarded at all times.
      • Ensuring that Evidence Lockers remain functional and in good working condition.
      • Routinely auditing the EVIDENCE LOG to ensure proper documentation.
      • Designating a courier to transport evidence to the Crime Laboratory and/or Evidence/Property Room.
      • Liaising with the Crime Laboratory and the Evidence Room to mediate and remedy any issues related to the submission of evidence.
      • Reporting to command on the progress of this initiative.

    Evidence Technicians/Property Room

    • Evidence Technicians will continue with weekly pick-ups at the various districts/commands.
    • Money being transported by an Evidence Technician will remain sealed, in the approved Evidence Envelope, and will remain sealed while being stored at the Property Room.
    • Evidence Technicians will initial the EVIDENCE LOG and ensure that all item(s) are properly noted on the Log.
    • Evidence Technicians noting any discrepancy in the Evidence Log, Packaging, or Property Receipt, should notify the District Evidence Custodian or a Shift Supervisor.

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    Broward Sheriff's Office Standard Operating Procedures - Evidence Lockers PDF

    Description

    This quiz assesses knowledge on the standard operating procedures for evidence lockers in the Broward Sheriff's Office, including their purpose and use in storing evidence and found property.

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