38 Questions
What is the main reason for the Florida Law Enforcement Blue Alert System?
To broadcast important information about a law enforcement officer who has been killed or injured in the line of duty
Which of the following agencies is involved in activating the Florida Law Enforcement Blue Alert System?
Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
What is the criterion for activating the Blue Alert System?
A law enforcement officer has been killed, injured, or is missing while in the line of duty
Through which medium will the information about the law enforcement officer be broadcast?
Dynamic Highway Message Signs and other notification methods
What is the purpose of the Florida Law Enforcement Blue Alert System?
To increase the chances of capturing the suspect(s) responsible for injuring or killing a law enforcement officer
What is the consequence of the suspect fleeing the scene of the offense?
The Blue Alert System is activated
What is the statute that governs the activation of the Blue Alert System?
FS 784.071
Which of the following is not a criterion for activating the Blue Alert System?
A law enforcement officer has been involved in a minor accident
What is the effective date of the revised Standard Operating Procedures?
01/06/2023
What will FDOT discontinue displaying on Dynamic Highway Message Signs?
Alerts on requested highways
What is the phone number of the FHDLE Watch Desk?
1-800-342-0820
What will FDOT also discontinue recording on the 511 system?
Blue Alert messages
What is the phone number of the FHP Communications Center Shift Commander in Orlando?
407-737-2200
What is the phone number of the FDOT Orlando Regional Transportation Management Center?
407-736-1900
What is the primary reason for disseminating information to the public through the Blue Alert system?
To assist in the apprehension of a suspect and avert further harm to the public
What is required to activate the Blue Alert system?
A detailed description of the suspect's vehicle, license plate number, and sufficient information relating to the officer's last known location
Who is responsible for determining if the criteria for Blue Alert activation are met?
The deputy's supervisor
What is the primary outcome of disseminating information to the public through the Blue Alert system?
To assist in the apprehension of the suspect and prevent further harm to the public
What is the first step in the Blue Alert activation process?
Contact the supervisor to determine if the criteria are met
What is the purpose of the Blue Alert system?
To assist in the apprehension of a suspect and prevent further harm to the public
What is broadcast through the Emergency Alert System (EAS) during a Blue Alert?
A message requesting public assistance in locating a suspect and preventing further harm to the public
What is the primary consideration when deciding whether to activate the Blue Alert system?
The imminent threat posed by the suspect to the public or other law enforcement officers
Where will FDOT display the alert on unless a traffic emergency occurs?
Dynamic Highway Message Signs
Who will notify the FDLE Watch Desk to cancel the Blue Alert if the suspect is captured or in custody?
Homicide Unit supervisor
What is the criteria for deactivating the Blue Alert?
The law enforcement officer has been recovered, the suspect is captured or in custody, or there is no longer an imminent and credible threat
Who will call the FDLE Watch Desk to deactivate the Blue Alert?
Sheriff or designee
What is the purpose of the Blue Alert?
To alert the public of a suspect who has killed or seriously injured a law enforcement officer
Who will contact FDOT's Orlando Regional Transportation Management Center to request to deactivate the Blue Alert?
FDLE Watch Desk
What is the first step in deactivating the Blue Alert?
Evaluate the need to continue or deactivate the Blue Alert based on verified circumstances
What is the last step in deactivating the Blue Alert?
Cancel the broadcasting of the alert to the public via television and radio
Who is responsible for calling the FDLE Watch desk to provide the necessary information to verify that the activation criteria have been met?
The Sheriff or designee
What is the purpose of the conference call between the FDLE (SAS), BSO, and the FDLE Watch Desk?
To provide the information for public release
Who is responsible for disseminating the Blue Alert to other regional communication centers?
ORCC
What is the purpose of contacting FDOT's Orlando Regional Transportation Management Center?
To provide the message content using the FDOT-approved Blue Alert template
Who is responsible for facilitating the broadcasting of the alert to the public via television and radio?
FDLE Watch Desk
What is the purpose of contacting the DHSMV?
To disseminate the Blue Alert to other regional communication centers
What is the role of the on-call Special Agent Supervisor (SAS) in the Blue Alert process?
To coordinate the activation of the Blue Alert with BSO
Who is responsible for notification if the investigation is being conducted jointly with other jurisdictions?
The Operations Chief of the designated Incident Command Post/Center
Study Notes
Florida Law Enforcement Blue Alert System
- The Blue Alert system is a response to the increasing number of law enforcement officers killed, seriously injured, or missing in the line of duty.
Purpose
- The purpose of the Blue Alert system is to broadcast important information about a law enforcement officer who has been killed, seriously injured, assaulted with a deadly weapon, or is missing while taking action in the line of duty.
- The system aims to increase the chances of capturing the suspect(s) responsible for injuring or killing a law enforcement officer.
Criteria for Activation
- A law enforcement officer has been killed, seriously injured, or assaulted with a deadly weapon.
- A law enforcement officer is missing while in the line of duty under circumstances evidencing concern for the officer's safety.
- The suspect has fled the scene of the offense.
- The law enforcement agency investigating the offense determines that the suspect poses an imminent threat to the public or to other law enforcement officers.
- A detailed description of the suspect's vehicle, other means of escape, or the license plate of the suspect's vehicle is available for broadcasting.
- Dissemination of available information to the public may help avert further harm or assist in the apprehension of the suspect.
- If the law enforcement officer is missing, there is sufficient information available relating to the officer's last known location and physical description, and the description of any vehicle involved, including the license plate number or other identifying information.
Steps for Activation
- Deputies contact their supervisor to determine if the criteria are met for Blue Alert activation.
- The supervisor contacts the Criminal Investigations Division Homicide Unit supervisor for follow-up.
- The Sheriff or designee calls the FDLE Watch desk to provide the necessary information to verify that the activation criteria have been met.
- The FDLE Watch Desk contacts the on-call Special Agent Supervisor (SAS) for the region to coordinate the activation of the Blue Alert with BSO and determine if the alert will be displayed regionally or statewide.
Dissemination of the Blue Alert
- The Blue Alert is immediately disseminated to the public through the Emergency Alert System (EAS) by broadcasting the alert on television, radio, and Dynamic Message Signs.
- FDLE Watch Desk contacts the DHSMV, FHPs Orlando Regional Communication Center (ORCC) to disseminate the Blue Alert.
- ORCC relays the information to other regional communication centers where the activation is to take place.
- FDLE contacts FDOT's Orlando Regional Transportation Management Center to provide the message content using the FDOT-approved Blue Alert template.
Deactivation of the Blue Alert
- The Criminal Investigations Division Commander or designee coordinates with the designated incident commander to evaluate the need to continue or deactivate the Blue Alert based upon verified circumstances.
- An agreement to deactivate the Blue Alert is made after the law enforcement officer has been recovered, the suspect is captured or in custody, or there is no longer an imminent and credible threat.
- The sheriff or designee calls the FDLE Watch desk to provide the necessary information to deactivate the Blue Alert.
- The FDLE Watch Desk contacts DHSMV and FHPs Orlando Regional Communication Center to request to deactivate the Blue Alert.
This quiz covers the standard operating procedures for the Florida Law Enforcement Blue Alert, a system created to respond to the increasing number of law enforcement officers killed, seriously injured, or missing in the line of duty. Learn about the FDLE's role and more.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
