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Who is the individual identified in a petition filed under Florida Statute 790.401?
Who is the individual identified in a petition filed under Florida Statute 790.401?
What is the purpose of a Risk Protection Order?
What is the purpose of a Risk Protection Order?
What is a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
What is a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
What is the purpose of a Petition for a Risk Protection Order?
What is the purpose of a Petition for a Risk Protection Order?
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What is considered when determining whether to file a Petition for a Risk Protection Order?
What is considered when determining whether to file a Petition for a Risk Protection Order?
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What is a Writ of Bodily Attachment?
What is a Writ of Bodily Attachment?
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What is an Order to Show Cause?
What is an Order to Show Cause?
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Who can file a Petition for a Risk Protection Order?
Who can file a Petition for a Risk Protection Order?
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What is a Risk Protection Order Firearms Receipt?
What is a Risk Protection Order Firearms Receipt?
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What is the purpose of a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
What is the purpose of a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
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What is the purpose of the standard operating procedure?
What is the purpose of the standard operating procedure?
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Which personnel are required to follow this procedure?
Which personnel are required to follow this procedure?
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What is the primary intention of Florida Statute 790.401?
What is the primary intention of Florida Statute 790.401?
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What is the definition of a Petitioner in the context of Florida Statute 790.401?
What is the definition of a Petitioner in the context of Florida Statute 790.401?
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What is the goal of the process established by Florida Statute 790.401?
What is the goal of the process established by Florida Statute 790.401?
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What is the primary focus of the Risk Protection Order?
What is the primary focus of the Risk Protection Order?
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What is the significance of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act?
What is the significance of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act?
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What is the primary benefit of the Risk Protection Order process?
What is the primary benefit of the Risk Protection Order process?
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What is one of the criteria for filing a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or a Petition for Risk Protection Order?
What is one of the criteria for filing a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or a Petition for Risk Protection Order?
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Who reviews the relevant evidence for the filing of a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or a Petition for Risk Protection Order?
Who reviews the relevant evidence for the filing of a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or a Petition for Risk Protection Order?
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What is required to be included in a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order?
What is required to be included in a Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order?
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What is the purpose of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
What is the purpose of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
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Who is responsible for serving the Respondent with the Notice of Hearing and Petition?
Who is responsible for serving the Respondent with the Notice of Hearing and Petition?
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What should the shift commander ensure before the Final Hearing date?
What should the shift commander ensure before the Final Hearing date?
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What is the time frame for scheduling a hearing for the Final Risk Protection Order?
What is the time frame for scheduling a hearing for the Final Risk Protection Order?
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What is required of the Respondent within 3 days of the issuance of the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
What is required of the Respondent within 3 days of the issuance of the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
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What is required of the Respondent after being served with the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Final Risk Protection Order?
What is required of the Respondent after being served with the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Final Risk Protection Order?
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What is one of the criteria for the court to consider when determining whether to issue a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
What is one of the criteria for the court to consider when determining whether to issue a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
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What happens to the restricted items if the Respondent is unable to surrender them at the time of service?
What happens to the restricted items if the Respondent is unable to surrender them at the time of service?
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What document is completed by the law enforcement officer taking possession of the surrendered items?
What document is completed by the law enforcement officer taking possession of the surrendered items?
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What happens immediately after the petition is filed?
What happens immediately after the petition is filed?
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What is the purpose of the Sheriff's Office Legal Division's review of the petition?
What is the purpose of the Sheriff's Office Legal Division's review of the petition?
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What happens if the Respondent does not surrender the restricted items?
What happens if the Respondent does not surrender the restricted items?
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What is required of the deputy after serving the Risk Protection Order?
What is required of the deputy after serving the Risk Protection Order?
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Who drafts and obtains a court authorized search warrant?
Who drafts and obtains a court authorized search warrant?
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What happens to the surrendered items?
What happens to the surrendered items?
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What happens if the Petitioner is a law enforcement agency other than the Sheriff's Office?
What happens if the Petitioner is a law enforcement agency other than the Sheriff's Office?
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What is sent to Civil Process via [email protected]?
What is sent to Civil Process via [email protected]?
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What is the main purpose of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
What is the main purpose of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order?
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How long is a Final Risk Protection Order valid for?
How long is a Final Risk Protection Order valid for?
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What happens when the Respondent is determined to be located within one of the five Sheriff's Office Districts?
What happens when the Respondent is determined to be located within one of the five Sheriff's Office Districts?
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What is the consequence of violating a Risk Protection Order?
What is the consequence of violating a Risk Protection Order?
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What is the responsibility of the Sheriff's Office upon issuance of a Risk Protection Order?
What is the responsibility of the Sheriff's Office upon issuance of a Risk Protection Order?
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What is the purpose of a Signal 663?
What is the purpose of a Signal 663?
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What is required to be surrendered by the Respondent upon service of a Risk Protection Order?
What is required to be surrendered by the Respondent upon service of a Risk Protection Order?
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Who reviews the packet and determines how many deputies will be required to safely effect service of process?
Who reviews the packet and determines how many deputies will be required to safely effect service of process?
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What is the process of serving a Respondent with a Risk Protection Order?
What is the process of serving a Respondent with a Risk Protection Order?
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What happens to the Return of Service documents after service of a Risk Protection Order is completed?
What happens to the Return of Service documents after service of a Risk Protection Order is completed?
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What is a necessary step before returning restricted items to a Respondent?
What is a necessary step before returning restricted items to a Respondent?
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What happens to unclaimed firearms and ammunition surrendered by a Respondent after one year?
What happens to unclaimed firearms and ammunition surrendered by a Respondent after one year?
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Why is it necessary to confirm the Respondent's eligibility to own or possess firearms under federal and state law?
Why is it necessary to confirm the Respondent's eligibility to own or possess firearms under federal and state law?
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What is a necessary step in the process of returning restricted items to a Respondent?
What is a necessary step in the process of returning restricted items to a Respondent?
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What is the purpose of verifying the Respondent's eligibility to own or possess firearms under federal and state law?
What is the purpose of verifying the Respondent's eligibility to own or possess firearms under federal and state law?
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What happens if a Respondent fails to appear for the Compliance Hearing?
What happens if a Respondent fails to appear for the Compliance Hearing?
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What should deputies do when serving an Order Setting Hearing for a Risk Protection Order or an Order to Show Cause?
What should deputies do when serving an Order Setting Hearing for a Risk Protection Order or an Order to Show Cause?
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What should be done with an unserved document?
What should be done with an unserved document?
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What is required for a Respondent to vacate a Risk Protection Order?
What is required for a Respondent to vacate a Risk Protection Order?
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What should the HCSO Warrants Clerks do upon issuance of a Writ of Bodily Attachment?
What should the HCSO Warrants Clerks do upon issuance of a Writ of Bodily Attachment?
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What is the purpose of a Writ of Bodily Attachment?
What is the purpose of a Writ of Bodily Attachment?
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How long does the court have to hold a hearing after the Respondent submits a written request to vacate a Risk Protection Order?
How long does the court have to hold a hearing after the Respondent submits a written request to vacate a Risk Protection Order?
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What should a deputy do when serving an Order Setting Hearing for a Risk Protection Order or an Order to Show Cause?
What should a deputy do when serving an Order Setting Hearing for a Risk Protection Order or an Order to Show Cause?
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Why should caution be utilized when taking the Respondent into custody?
Why should caution be utilized when taking the Respondent into custody?
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What should be done with a Writ of Bodily Attachment if the Respondent can be located within another law enforcement agency's jurisdiction?
What should be done with a Writ of Bodily Attachment if the Respondent can be located within another law enforcement agency's jurisdiction?
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What happens if the court finds after the hearing that the Respondent has met the burden of proof?
What happens if the court finds after the hearing that the Respondent has met the burden of proof?
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Who can file a motion to request an extension of a Risk Protection Order?
Who can file a motion to request an extension of a Risk Protection Order?
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How long can a Risk Protection Order be extended?
How long can a Risk Protection Order be extended?
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What happens to firearms and ammunition surrendered by the Respondent if someone else claims title to them?
What happens to firearms and ammunition surrendered by the Respondent if someone else claims title to them?
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What must the lawful owner do to obtain the return of their firearms and ammunition?
What must the lawful owner do to obtain the return of their firearms and ammunition?
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What must the person receiving the Respondent’s firearms and ammunition do?
What must the person receiving the Respondent’s firearms and ammunition do?
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What must the person receiving the Respondent’s firearms and ammunition agree to?
What must the person receiving the Respondent’s firearms and ammunition agree to?
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What happens to the firearms, ammunition, or licenses to carry a concealed weapon or firearm when the Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends?
What happens to the firearms, ammunition, or licenses to carry a concealed weapon or firearm when the Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends?
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Who handles requests to transfer firearms?
Who handles requests to transfer firearms?
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What must the Sheriff’s Office do if a Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends?
What must the Sheriff’s Office do if a Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends?
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Florida Statute 790.401 is intended to permanently prohibit individuals from accessing firearms or ammunition.
Florida Statute 790.401 is intended to permanently prohibit individuals from accessing firearms or ammunition.
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The Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement, Records Section, and Legal Division personnel are exempt from following this procedure.
The Sheriff’s Office Law Enforcement, Records Section, and Legal Division personnel are exempt from following this procedure.
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The Risk Protection Order process is only applicable to situations where an individual poses no danger to themselves or others.
The Risk Protection Order process is only applicable to situations where an individual poses no danger to themselves or others.
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A Petitioner is the individual who files a petition against themselves.
A Petitioner is the individual who files a petition against themselves.
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The primary intention of Florida Statute 790.401 is to restrict constitutional rights.
The primary intention of Florida Statute 790.401 is to restrict constitutional rights.
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The Risk Protection Order is exclusively focused on restricting access to firearms.
The Risk Protection Order is exclusively focused on restricting access to firearms.
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The court considers the Respondent’s mental health crisis or violent behavior when determining whether to issue a Risk Protection Order.
The court considers the Respondent’s mental health crisis or violent behavior when determining whether to issue a Risk Protection Order.
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The primary goal of the Risk Protection Order process is to punish individuals who pose a risk to themselves or others.
The primary goal of the Risk Protection Order process is to punish individuals who pose a risk to themselves or others.
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A Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order is valid for up to 12 months.
A Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order is valid for up to 12 months.
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The Sheriff's Office is responsible for determining whether to issue a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
The Sheriff's Office is responsible for determining whether to issue a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
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A Final Risk Protection Order is valid for up to 24 months.
A Final Risk Protection Order is valid for up to 24 months.
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The Respondent can surrender firearms and ammunition to anyone upon service of a Risk Protection Order.
The Respondent can surrender firearms and ammunition to anyone upon service of a Risk Protection Order.
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Violations of a Risk Protection Order are a misdemeanor.
Violations of a Risk Protection Order are a misdemeanor.
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The Sheriff's Office Legal Division reviews the petition to determine whether to issue a Risk Protection Order.
The Sheriff's Office Legal Division reviews the petition to determine whether to issue a Risk Protection Order.
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A law enforcement officer can serve a Risk Protection Order at any time.
A law enforcement officer can serve a Risk Protection Order at any time.
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The Respondent must surrender all firearms and ammunition upon service of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
The Respondent must surrender all firearms and ammunition upon service of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
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The court may issue an Order Setting Hearing for Final Risk Protection Order without the issuance of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
The court may issue an Order Setting Hearing for Final Risk Protection Order without the issuance of a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
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The Sheriff's Office is only responsible for serving the Respondent with the Notice of Hearing and Petition.
The Sheriff's Office is only responsible for serving the Respondent with the Notice of Hearing and Petition.
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A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order can be filed without allegations of significant danger of causing personal injury to oneself or others.
A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order can be filed without allegations of significant danger of causing personal injury to oneself or others.
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The court may issue a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order without a hearing.
The court may issue a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order without a hearing.
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A Respondent is required to surrender all firearms and ammunition within 14 days of the issuance of the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
A Respondent is required to surrender all firearms and ammunition within 14 days of the issuance of the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
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The Sheriff's Office Legal Division reviews the petition to determine if it is legally sufficient.
The Sheriff's Office Legal Division reviews the petition to determine if it is legally sufficient.
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The District/Division Commander is responsible for serving the Respondent with the Notice of Hearing and Petition.
The District/Division Commander is responsible for serving the Respondent with the Notice of Hearing and Petition.
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A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order must include an affidavit made under oath, based on personal knowledge.
A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order must include an affidavit made under oath, based on personal knowledge.
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The court is required to schedule a hearing for the Final Risk Protection Order within 30 days.
The court is required to schedule a hearing for the Final Risk Protection Order within 30 days.
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The Respondent is required to appear in court within 1 day of the issuance of the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
The Respondent is required to appear in court within 1 day of the issuance of the Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order.
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The Sheriff's Office Legal Division is responsible for coordinating/providing notice to a family or household member of the Respondent and to any third party who may be at risk of violence.
The Sheriff's Office Legal Division is responsible for coordinating/providing notice to a family or household member of the Respondent and to any third party who may be at risk of violence.
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A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order must include the identification of quantities, types, and locations of all firearms and ammunition the Petitioner believes to be in the Respondent's current ownership, possession, custody, or control.
A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order and/or Petition for Risk Protection Order must include the identification of quantities, types, and locations of all firearms and ammunition the Petitioner believes to be in the Respondent's current ownership, possession, custody, or control.
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A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order can be filed by the Respondent.
A Petition for a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order can be filed by the Respondent.
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A Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order is a final order granted under Florida Statute 790.401.
A Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order is a final order granted under Florida Statute 790.401.
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A Risk Protection Order Firearms Receipt is issued for any surrendered firearms, ammunition, or license to carry a concealed weapon.
A Risk Protection Order Firearms Receipt is issued for any surrendered firearms, ammunition, or license to carry a concealed weapon.
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A Writ of Bodily Attachment is typically issued when the Respondent appears at a scheduled compliance hearing.
A Writ of Bodily Attachment is typically issued when the Respondent appears at a scheduled compliance hearing.
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A Petition for a Risk Protection Order can be filed when the Respondent poses a significant danger of causing personal injury to himself/herself or others in the near future by having in his/her custody or control, or by purchasing, possessing, or receiving a firearm or ammunition.
A Petition for a Risk Protection Order can be filed when the Respondent poses a significant danger of causing personal injury to himself/herself or others in the near future by having in his/her custody or control, or by purchasing, possessing, or receiving a firearm or ammunition.
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The primary intention of Florida Statute 790.401 is to protect the Respondent from harming himself/herself or others.
The primary intention of Florida Statute 790.401 is to protect the Respondent from harming himself/herself or others.
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A Respondent who fails to appear at a scheduled compliance hearing will not be issued a Writ of Bodily Attachment.
A Respondent who fails to appear at a scheduled compliance hearing will not be issued a Writ of Bodily Attachment.
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The Sheriff's Office Legal Division reviews the petition to ensure it is legally sufficient.
The Sheriff's Office Legal Division reviews the petition to ensure it is legally sufficient.
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The Respondent is not required to surrender any firearms, ammunition, or license to carry a concealed weapon upon service of a Risk Protection Order.
The Respondent is not required to surrender any firearms, ammunition, or license to carry a concealed weapon upon service of a Risk Protection Order.
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A Risk Protection Order is only valid for 6 months.
A Risk Protection Order is only valid for 6 months.
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The Respondent is not required to surrender any firearms or ammunition if they are not located at the service location.
The Respondent is not required to surrender any firearms or ammunition if they are not located at the service location.
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The law enforcement officer serving the Risk Protection Order must issue a Risk Protection Order Firearm Receipt to the Respondent only if they surrender firearms or ammunition.
The law enforcement officer serving the Risk Protection Order must issue a Risk Protection Order Firearm Receipt to the Respondent only if they surrender firearms or ammunition.
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The deputy must complete a supplement to the agency report causing the action if the Respondent surrenders firearms or ammunition.
The deputy must complete a supplement to the agency report causing the action if the Respondent surrenders firearms or ammunition.
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The deputy may seek a search warrant if the Respondent surrenders all firearms and ammunition.
The deputy may seek a search warrant if the Respondent surrenders all firearms and ammunition.
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The deputy must complete a Return of Service within Versadex, ensuring the remarks are utilized for any information needed to update the courts, regardless of whether the Respondent surrenders firearms or ammunition.
The deputy must complete a Return of Service within Versadex, ensuring the remarks are utilized for any information needed to update the courts, regardless of whether the Respondent surrenders firearms or ammunition.
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The shift commander must ensure that the Petitioner is notified of all efforts made to serve the Respondent before the Final Hearing date.
The shift commander must ensure that the Petitioner is notified of all efforts made to serve the Respondent before the Final Hearing date.
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The Respondent is required to surrender their license to carry a concealed weapon or firearm issued under Florida Statute 790.06 upon service of the Risk Protection Order.
The Respondent is required to surrender their license to carry a concealed weapon or firearm issued under Florida Statute 790.06 upon service of the Risk Protection Order.
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A Respondent can claim their surrendered firearms and ammunition even after one year.
A Respondent can claim their surrendered firearms and ammunition even after one year.
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If the Petitioner is a law enforcement agency other than the Sheriff's Office, the deputy shall complete a Risk Protection Order Firearm Receipt.
If the Petitioner is a law enforcement agency other than the Sheriff's Office, the deputy shall complete a Risk Protection Order Firearm Receipt.
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The Legal Division provides notice to the Respondent that the restricted items will be returned.
The Legal Division provides notice to the Respondent that the restricted items will be returned.
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A Risk Protection Order must be vacated before restricted items are returned to the Respondent.
A Risk Protection Order must be vacated before restricted items are returned to the Respondent.
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The law enforcement officer serving the Risk Protection Order must provide a copy of the Risk Protection Order Firearm Receipt to the Respondent prior to leaving the scene.
The law enforcement officer serving the Risk Protection Order must provide a copy of the Risk Protection Order Firearm Receipt to the Respondent prior to leaving the scene.
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The Sheriff's Office is responsible for determining whether the Respondent is eligible to own or possess firearms under federal and state law.
The Sheriff's Office is responsible for determining whether the Respondent is eligible to own or possess firearms under federal and state law.
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The deputy must send a VMail to update FCIC/NCIC with the 'served' status after serving the Risk Protection Order.
The deputy must send a VMail to update FCIC/NCIC with the 'served' status after serving the Risk Protection Order.
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A Respondent can petition the court to have their Risk Protection Order vacated.
A Respondent can petition the court to have their Risk Protection Order vacated.
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A Risk Protection Order is only valid for 3 years.
A Risk Protection Order is only valid for 3 years.
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A Writ of Bodily Attachment can be found in FCIC or NCIC.
A Writ of Bodily Attachment can be found in FCIC or NCIC.
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The Respondent can request multiple hearings to vacate a Risk Protection Order.
The Respondent can request multiple hearings to vacate a Risk Protection Order.
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A deputy must note that each document is a separate order from the court.
A deputy must note that each document is a separate order from the court.
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The court will issue a Writ of Bodily Attachment if the Respondent appears for the Compliance Hearing.
The court will issue a Writ of Bodily Attachment if the Respondent appears for the Compliance Hearing.
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The Sheriff's Office is responsible for determining the district or jurisdiction where the Respondent can be located.
The Sheriff's Office is responsible for determining the district or jurisdiction where the Respondent can be located.
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If the Respondent is located within one of the five Sheriff's Office Districts, the Writ of Bodily Attachment will be sent to another law enforcement agency for execution.
If the Respondent is located within one of the five Sheriff's Office Districts, the Writ of Bodily Attachment will be sent to another law enforcement agency for execution.
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The shift commander must ensure all leads are exhausted until the final hearing date noted on the Order Setting Hearing for Final Risk Protection Order or Order to Show Cause has passed.
The shift commander must ensure all leads are exhausted until the final hearing date noted on the Order Setting Hearing for Final Risk Protection Order or Order to Show Cause has passed.
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The deputy will complete a Return of Service within Versadex only if the Respondent is served.
The deputy will complete a Return of Service within Versadex only if the Respondent is served.
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A Risk Protection Order is only issued if the Respondent is a danger to themselves.
A Risk Protection Order is only issued if the Respondent is a danger to themselves.
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The court may consider any relevant evidence when determining whether to extend a Risk Protection Order.
The court may consider any relevant evidence when determining whether to extend a Risk Protection Order.
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A Risk Protection Order can be extended for a period of up to 24 months.
A Risk Protection Order can be extended for a period of up to 24 months.
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A person other than the Respondent claiming title to firearms or ammunition must be determined by the court to be the lawful owner of the firearm or ammunition.
A person other than the Respondent claiming title to firearms or ammunition must be determined by the court to be the lawful owner of the firearm or ammunition.
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A Respondent may elect to transfer all firearms and ammunition owned by the Respondent that have been surrendered to the Sheriff's Office to another person.
A Respondent may elect to transfer all firearms and ammunition owned by the Respondent that have been surrendered to the Sheriff's Office to another person.
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The Sheriff's Office must return all surrendered firearms, ammunition, or licenses to carry a concealed weapon to the Respondent immediately after the Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends.
The Sheriff's Office must return all surrendered firearms, ammunition, or licenses to carry a concealed weapon to the Respondent immediately after the Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends.
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If the motion for extension is uncontested, the court must hold a hearing to determine whether to extend the Risk Protection Order.
If the motion for extension is uncontested, the court must hold a hearing to determine whether to extend the Risk Protection Order.
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The court may consider the Respondent's burden of proof when determining whether to vacate a Risk Protection Order.
The court may consider the Respondent's burden of proof when determining whether to vacate a Risk Protection Order.
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The Sheriff's Office may file a motion to request an extension of a Risk Protection Order at any time after the end of the original Order.
The Sheriff's Office may file a motion to request an extension of a Risk Protection Order at any time after the end of the original Order.
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A Respondent may elect to transfer all firearms and ammunition owned by the Respondent to themselves.
A Respondent may elect to transfer all firearms and ammunition owned by the Respondent to themselves.
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The court may extend a Risk Protection Order for a period of up to 6 months.
The court may extend a Risk Protection Order for a period of up to 6 months.
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What is an authorized emergency vehicle according to the Sheriff's Office?
What is an authorized emergency vehicle according to the Sheriff's Office?
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Who is considered a competent authority in the Sheriff's Office?
Who is considered a competent authority in the Sheriff's Office?
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What is an example of an emergency call?
What is an example of an emergency call?
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What is the purpose of the standard operating procedure?
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What is lane splitting?
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What is an emergency signal device?
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What is emergency vehicle operation?
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What is an authorized person?
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What information should the deputy inform the Communications Bureau of during a vehicle stop?
What information should the deputy inform the Communications Bureau of during a vehicle stop?
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What should the deputy prioritize when stopping a suspect vehicle?
What should the deputy prioritize when stopping a suspect vehicle?
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What is prohibited under emergency escort of civilian vehicles?
What is prohibited under emergency escort of civilian vehicles?
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When can lane splitting be utilized?
When can lane splitting be utilized?
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What should the deputy do after stopping the suspect vehicle?
What should the deputy do after stopping the suspect vehicle?
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What should the deputy do if the suspect vehicle refuses to stop?
What should the deputy do if the suspect vehicle refuses to stop?
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What is the primary consideration when stopping a suspect vehicle?
What is the primary consideration when stopping a suspect vehicle?
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When can a deputy transport an injured or ill person to a treatment facility?
When can a deputy transport an injured or ill person to a treatment facility?
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What is the primary focus of non-emergency calls for service?
What is the primary focus of non-emergency calls for service?
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How should deputies operate Sheriff's Office vehicles during routine calls for service?
How should deputies operate Sheriff's Office vehicles during routine calls for service?
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What should Sheriff's Office personnel do when requested to stop by another law enforcement officer?
What should Sheriff's Office personnel do when requested to stop by another law enforcement officer?
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What is the primary concern when responding to emergency calls?
What is the primary concern when responding to emergency calls?
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What is permitted for Sheriff's Office vehicles engaged in emergency operations?
What is permitted for Sheriff's Office vehicles engaged in emergency operations?
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What is required of Sheriff's Office personnel when operating vehicles?
What is required of Sheriff's Office personnel when operating vehicles?
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Who is responsible for the proper use and care of Sheriff's Office vehicles?
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What should deputies do when responding to emergency calls?
What should deputies do when responding to emergency calls?
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What is the primary concern for Sheriff's Office personnel engaged in emergency responses?
What is the primary concern for Sheriff's Office personnel engaged in emergency responses?
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What is required of Sheriff's Office personnel when operating vehicles in emergency situations?
What is required of Sheriff's Office personnel when operating vehicles in emergency situations?
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Under what circumstances can a Sheriff's Office vehicle be parked in roadways or traffic lanes?
Under what circumstances can a Sheriff's Office vehicle be parked in roadways or traffic lanes?
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What is required when using a Sheriff's Office vehicle to protect a crash scene or injured person?
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What is required when transporting children?
What is required when transporting children?
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What information should be supplied to the radio dispatcher when making a traffic stop?
What information should be supplied to the radio dispatcher when making a traffic stop?
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When should flashing emergency lights be turned off during a traffic stop?
When should flashing emergency lights be turned off during a traffic stop?
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What is the purpose of using signals and/or public address system during a traffic stop?
What is the purpose of using signals and/or public address system during a traffic stop?
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Why should private driveways, gas stations, or other areas providing access to business establishments be avoided for traffic stops?
Why should private driveways, gas stations, or other areas providing access to business establishments be avoided for traffic stops?
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When should a deputy notify the Communications Bureau during a high-risk traffic stop?
When should a deputy notify the Communications Bureau during a high-risk traffic stop?
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What is the purpose of activating emergency lights and/or siren during a traffic stop?
What is the purpose of activating emergency lights and/or siren during a traffic stop?
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What should happen to a Sheriff's Office vehicle after protecting a crash scene or injured person?
What should happen to a Sheriff's Office vehicle after protecting a crash scene or injured person?
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Sheriff's Office vehicles can be parked in roadways or traffic lanes at any time.
Sheriff's Office vehicles can be parked in roadways or traffic lanes at any time.
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A child restraint device is not required when transporting children in a Sheriff's Office vehicle.
A child restraint device is not required when transporting children in a Sheriff's Office vehicle.
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Authorization from a supervisor is required for an emergency response.
Authorization from a supervisor is required for an emergency response.
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Deputies can use their personal vehicles for traffic stops.
Deputies can use their personal vehicles for traffic stops.
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Flashing emergency lights must always be turned on at night during a traffic stop.
Flashing emergency lights must always be turned on at night during a traffic stop.
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Deputies are required to use private driveways or gas stations for traffic stops.
Deputies are required to use private driveways or gas stations for traffic stops.
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Any vehicle can be used for high-risk traffic stops.
Any vehicle can be used for high-risk traffic stops.
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Deputies can ignore parking laws under normal circumstances.
Deputies can ignore parking laws under normal circumstances.
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Sheriff's Office vehicles can be used to protect minor crash scenes.
Sheriff's Office vehicles can be used to protect minor crash scenes.
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Flares are not necessary when protecting crash scenes or injured persons.
Flares are not necessary when protecting crash scenes or injured persons.
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A deputy should stop a suspect vehicle as soon as possible, even without adequate support.
A deputy should stop a suspect vehicle as soon as possible, even without adequate support.
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A deputy can provide an emergency escort of a civilian vehicle if requested.
A deputy can provide an emergency escort of a civilian vehicle if requested.
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Lane splitting is allowed during routine patrol for traffic violations.
Lane splitting is allowed during routine patrol for traffic violations.
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A deputy should keep the suspect vehicle within view, but not request assistance in making the stop.
A deputy should keep the suspect vehicle within view, but not request assistance in making the stop.
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A deputy should signal the violator to stop without using emergency equipment.
A deputy should signal the violator to stop without using emergency equipment.
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A deputy can transport an injured or ill person to a treatment facility in a Sheriff's Office vehicle without supervisor approval.
A deputy can transport an injured or ill person to a treatment facility in a Sheriff's Office vehicle without supervisor approval.
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Once stopped, deputies should approach the vehicle immediately without taking positions of cover.
Once stopped, deputies should approach the vehicle immediately without taking positions of cover.
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A deputy should only remove the driver from the suspect vehicle.
A deputy should only remove the driver from the suspect vehicle.
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Lane splitting is only permitted for Sheriff's Office vehicles.
Lane splitting is only permitted for Sheriff's Office vehicles.
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All Sheriff's Office personnel are authorized to operate emergency vehicles.
All Sheriff's Office personnel are authorized to operate emergency vehicles.
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An emergency call is only limited to situations that require immediate law enforcement response to assure the safety of persons or property.
An emergency call is only limited to situations that require immediate law enforcement response to assure the safety of persons or property.
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The Competent Authority includes only the Sheriff and Department Commanders.
The Competent Authority includes only the Sheriff and Department Commanders.
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Emergency vehicle operation is defined as the operation of a Sheriff's Office vehicle with only emergency lights.
Emergency vehicle operation is defined as the operation of a Sheriff's Office vehicle with only emergency lights.
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The purpose of the standard operating procedure is to define guidelines for the routine and emergency operation of all vehicles.
The purpose of the standard operating procedure is to define guidelines for the routine and emergency operation of all vehicles.
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When responding to non-emergency calls, Sheriff's Office personnel are required to drive recklessly.
When responding to non-emergency calls, Sheriff's Office personnel are required to drive recklessly.
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Only authorized personnel are permitted to operate Sheriff's Office vehicles.
Only authorized personnel are permitted to operate Sheriff's Office vehicles.
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The scope of this procedure applies to all law enforcement personnel in the state.
The scope of this procedure applies to all law enforcement personnel in the state.
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Authorized emergency vehicles are designated by the Department Commanders.
Authorized emergency vehicles are designated by the Department Commanders.
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Sheriff's Office personnel are exempt from following traffic laws during emergency responses.
Sheriff's Office personnel are exempt from following traffic laws during emergency responses.
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Operators of Sheriff's Office vehicles are not responsible for the proper use and care of the vehicle and its accessories.
Operators of Sheriff's Office vehicles are not responsible for the proper use and care of the vehicle and its accessories.
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Seat belts are not required to be worn at all times while operating a Sheriff's Office vehicle.
Seat belts are not required to be worn at all times while operating a Sheriff's Office vehicle.
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When requested to stop by another law enforcement officer, Sheriff's Office personnel may refuse to stop.
When requested to stop by another law enforcement officer, Sheriff's Office personnel may refuse to stop.
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Sheriff's Office personnel are not required to exercise a greater degree of care while backing their vehicle.
Sheriff's Office personnel are not required to exercise a greater degree of care while backing their vehicle.
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Hazardous warning lights, spotlights, and public address systems may not be used during emergency operations.
Hazardous warning lights, spotlights, and public address systems may not be used during emergency operations.
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Sheriff's Office personnel are not required to report to their supervisor if detained by another law enforcement officer.
Sheriff's Office personnel are not required to report to their supervisor if detained by another law enforcement officer.
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The primary focus of the standard operating procedure is to ensure the safety of Sheriff's Office personnel only.
The primary focus of the standard operating procedure is to ensure the safety of Sheriff's Office personnel only.
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Study Notes
Purpose and Scope
- The standard operating procedure (SOP) outlines guidelines for seizing firearms, ammunition, and concealed weapons licenses pursuant to Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Orders and Risk Protection Orders.
- The SOP applies to Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement, Records Section, and Legal Division personnel.
Florida Statute 790.401
- The statute allows law enforcement to obtain a court order to prohibit individuals from possessing firearms when they pose a significant danger to themselves or others.
- The statute aims to reduce deaths and injuries while respecting constitutional rights.
Definitions
- Petitioner: a law enforcement officer or agency that files a petition for a Risk Protection Order.
- Respondent: the individual who poses a significant danger of causing personal injury to themselves or others.
- Risk Protection Order: a final order granted under Florida Statute 790.401.
- Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order: a temporary order issued without notice to the Respondent before a hearing.
Filing a Petition for Risk Protection Order
- A petition can be filed when a law enforcement officer believes an individual poses a significant danger of causing personal injury to themselves or others.
- The petition must include:
- Allegations of the Respondent's significant danger.
- An affidavit made under oath, stating specific facts that give rise to a reasonable fear of significant danger.
- Identification of quantities, types, and locations of firearms and ammunition.
- Identification of any existing protection orders.
Hearing for Risk Protection Order
- The court must hold a hearing within 14 days of the petition filing.
- If the court finds cause to believe the Respondent poses a significant danger, a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order may be issued.
- The Respondent must surrender all firearms, ammunition, and concealed weapons licenses.
Service of Risk Protection Order
- The Sheriff's Office is responsible for serving the Risk Protection Order.
- The Order is enforceable throughout Florida, and violations are a felony of the third degree.
Service of Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order
- The Sheriff's Office Civil Process Section will enter the Order into Versadex and FCIC/NCIC.
- The Sheriff's Office will serve the Order, and the Respondent must surrender all firearms, ammunition, and concealed weapons licenses.
- If the Respondent is not served, the Sheriff's Office will continue to attempt service until the Final Hearing date.
Search Warrant
- If the Respondent has not surrendered the restricted items and the deputy has probable cause, a search warrant may be obtained.
- The search warrant will be executed, and any restricted items found will be impounded.
Service of Order Setting Hearing for Risk Protection Order and Orders to Show Cause
- The Sheriff's Office will serve the Order Setting Hearing for Risk Protection Order and Orders to Show Cause.
- Every attempt at service will be annotated with corresponding remarks within Versadex.
- If the Respondent is served, the deputy will complete a Return of Service within Versadex.### Writ of Bodily Attachment
- If the Respondent is located within another law enforcement agency's jurisdiction, the Writ of Bodily Attachment shall be sent to that agency for execution
- Caution must be utilized when taking the Respondent into custody, as the Writ often results from non-compliance with court orders to surrender firearms and concealed weapons permits
Proceedings after Granting of a Risk Protection Order
- The Respondent may submit one written request for a hearing to vacate a Risk Protection Order, starting after the date of issuance, and may request another hearing after every extension
- The court must hold a hearing no sooner than 14 days and no later than 30 days after the service of Respondent's request upon the Sheriff's Office
- The Respondent has the burden of proving by clear and convincing evidence that they do not pose a significant danger of causing personal injury to themselves or others by having in their custody or control, purchasing, possessing, or receiving a firearm or ammunition
Extension of a Risk Protection Order
- The Sheriff's Office may file a motion to request an extension of a Risk Protection Order at any time within 30 days before the end of the original Order
- The court shall hold a hearing within 14 days, and the Respondent must be served with the notice of hearing
- The court may extend a Risk Protection Order for a period deemed appropriate, up to and including, but not exceeding, 12 months
Return, Transfer, and Disposal of Firearms and Ammunition
- If a person other than the Respondent claims title to surrendered firearms or ammunition, they shall be returned to that person if they agree to store them in a manner where the Respondent has no access or control
- A Respondent may elect to transfer all surrendered firearms and ammunition to another person, who must agree to receive them and store them in a manner where the Respondent has no access or control
- If a Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends without extension, the Sheriff's Office must return all surrendered firearms, ammunition, or licenses to carry a concealed weapon or firearm, but only after confirming the Respondent's eligibility to own or possess firearms and confirming with the court that the Order has been vacated or ended without extension
Purpose and Scope
- The standard operating procedure (SOP) outlines guidelines for seizing firearms, ammunition, and concealed weapons licenses pursuant to Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Orders and Risk Protection Orders.
- The SOP applies to Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement, Records Section, and Legal Division personnel.
Florida Statute 790.401
- The statute allows law enforcement to obtain a court order to prohibit individuals from possessing firearms when they pose a significant danger to themselves or others.
- The statute aims to reduce deaths and injuries while respecting constitutional rights.
Definitions
- Petitioner: a law enforcement officer or agency that files a petition for a Risk Protection Order.
- Respondent: the individual who poses a significant danger of causing personal injury to themselves or others.
- Risk Protection Order: a final order granted under Florida Statute 790.401.
- Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order: a temporary order issued without notice to the Respondent before a hearing.
Filing a Petition for Risk Protection Order
- A petition can be filed when a law enforcement officer believes an individual poses a significant danger of causing personal injury to themselves or others.
- The petition must include:
- Allegations of the Respondent's significant danger.
- An affidavit made under oath, stating specific facts that give rise to a reasonable fear of significant danger.
- Identification of quantities, types, and locations of firearms and ammunition.
- Identification of any existing protection orders.
Hearing for Risk Protection Order
- The court must hold a hearing within 14 days of the petition filing.
- If the court finds cause to believe the Respondent poses a significant danger, a Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order may be issued.
- The Respondent must surrender all firearms, ammunition, and concealed weapons licenses.
Service of Risk Protection Order
- The Sheriff's Office is responsible for serving the Risk Protection Order.
- The Order is enforceable throughout Florida, and violations are a felony of the third degree.
Service of Temporary Ex Parte Risk Protection Order
- The Sheriff's Office Civil Process Section will enter the Order into Versadex and FCIC/NCIC.
- The Sheriff's Office will serve the Order, and the Respondent must surrender all firearms, ammunition, and concealed weapons licenses.
- If the Respondent is not served, the Sheriff's Office will continue to attempt service until the Final Hearing date.
Search Warrant
- If the Respondent has not surrendered the restricted items and the deputy has probable cause, a search warrant may be obtained.
- The search warrant will be executed, and any restricted items found will be impounded.
Service of Order Setting Hearing for Risk Protection Order and Orders to Show Cause
- The Sheriff's Office will serve the Order Setting Hearing for Risk Protection Order and Orders to Show Cause.
- Every attempt at service will be annotated with corresponding remarks within Versadex.
- If the Respondent is served, the deputy will complete a Return of Service within Versadex.### Writ of Bodily Attachment
- If the Respondent is located within another law enforcement agency's jurisdiction, the Writ of Bodily Attachment shall be sent to that agency for execution
- Caution must be utilized when taking the Respondent into custody, as the Writ often results from non-compliance with court orders to surrender firearms and concealed weapons permits
Proceedings after Granting of a Risk Protection Order
- The Respondent may submit one written request for a hearing to vacate a Risk Protection Order, starting after the date of issuance, and may request another hearing after every extension
- The court must hold a hearing no sooner than 14 days and no later than 30 days after the service of Respondent's request upon the Sheriff's Office
- The Respondent has the burden of proving by clear and convincing evidence that they do not pose a significant danger of causing personal injury to themselves or others by having in their custody or control, purchasing, possessing, or receiving a firearm or ammunition
Extension of a Risk Protection Order
- The Sheriff's Office may file a motion to request an extension of a Risk Protection Order at any time within 30 days before the end of the original Order
- The court shall hold a hearing within 14 days, and the Respondent must be served with the notice of hearing
- The court may extend a Risk Protection Order for a period deemed appropriate, up to and including, but not exceeding, 12 months
Return, Transfer, and Disposal of Firearms and Ammunition
- If a person other than the Respondent claims title to surrendered firearms or ammunition, they shall be returned to that person if they agree to store them in a manner where the Respondent has no access or control
- A Respondent may elect to transfer all surrendered firearms and ammunition to another person, who must agree to receive them and store them in a manner where the Respondent has no access or control
- If a Risk Protection Order is vacated or ends without extension, the Sheriff's Office must return all surrendered firearms, ammunition, or licenses to carry a concealed weapon or firearm, but only after confirming the Respondent's eligibility to own or possess firearms and confirming with the court that the Order has been vacated or ended without extension
Guidelines for Safe Operation of Sheriff's Office Vehicles
- The purpose of this standard operating procedure is to define guidelines for the safe operation of Sheriff's Office vehicles.
Scope
- This procedure applies to all Sheriff's Office personnel regarding the routine and emergency operation of Sheriff's Office vehicles.
Definitions
- Authorized Emergency Vehicle: Sheriff's Office vehicles designated by the Sheriff.
- Authorized Persons: Sheriff's Office personnel to whom a Sheriff's Office vehicle is permanently or temporarily assigned, fleet maintenance personnel, and personnel of automotive repair agencies for purposes of vehicle maintenance.
- Competent Authority: Sheriff, Department Commanders, and Division/District Commanders.
- Emergency Call: A situation that requires immediate law enforcement response to assure the safety of persons or property, or to apprehend a criminal suspect.
- Emergency Signal Device: Siren and flashing and/or revolving blue lights, which meet the requirements of Florida Statutes.
- Emergency Vehicle Operation: Operation of a Sheriff's Office vehicle with emergency lights and continuous or intermittent use of siren in response to an impending threat to human safety.
- Lane Splitting: Refers to a two-wheeled vehicle moving between lanes of vehicles that are proceeding in the same direction.
- Non-Emergency Call: A call for service that does not involve a criminal act or threat to life or property, or one that involves a criminal act that is no longer “in-progress”, and there is no reasonable expectation that a suspect will be apprehended as a result of a more rapid law enforcement response.
Routine Vehicle Operations
- Operators of Sheriff's Office vehicles shall strictly adhere to all traffic laws and shall drive defensively in a safe and courteous manner.
- Only authorized persons shall be permitted to operate Sheriff's Office vehicles.
- Sheriff's Office personnel shall operate Sheriff's Office vehicles only when properly licensed to do so by the State of Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Requests for Sheriff's Office Vehicles to Stop
- When requested or commanded to stop by another law enforcement officer, Sheriff's Office personnel shall:
- Immediately stop, regardless of assignment.
- Clearly identify self and activity, unless such declaration would nullify or hinder a criminal investigation.
- When the operator of a Sheriff's Office vehicle continues to be detained by another law enforcement officer, advise the radio dispatcher of the circumstances and request that a supervisor report to the site of detention.
Emergency Vehicle Operation
- Sheriff's Office personnel engaged in an emergency response situation are not relieved from the responsibility of driving with due regard for the safety of all persons.
- While responding to an emergency call, personnel shall:
- Engage their emergency lights and siren and continuously operate them throughout the emergency response.
- Proceed in a manner consistent with the laws regulating vehicular traffic.
- Exceed the maximum speed limit so long as life or property is not endangered.
- Proceed past a stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing or stopping as necessary for safe operation.
- Disregard regulations governing direction of movement or turning in specified direction, as long as life or property is not endangered.
- Disregard regulations governing parking laws under normal circumstances, except that a Sheriff's Office vehicle shall not block access to a fire hydrant at a fire scene, or in any way obstruct the passage of fire apparatus or emergency medical apparatus.
Transportation of Children
- Transportation of children shall be conducted in compliance with Florida Statute 316.613 (Child Restraint Requirements).
- Child restraint devices are available at each of the district offices.
Traffic Stops
- When making a traffic stop, Sheriff's Office personnel shall:
- Supply the radio dispatcher with available information about the traffic stop.
- Activate their emergency lights and/or siren to make their presence known and to signal the driver to stop.
- Make every effort to direct the violator to a suitable stopping point where normal traffic flow will not be impeded through use of signals and/or public address system.
Emergency Escort of Civilian Vehicles
- Emergency escort of civilian vehicles is prohibited.
- Should a civilian request a medical emergency escort, the deputy shall summon an ambulance for treatment and/or transporting of the injured or ill person.
Emergency Medical Transportation
- In an extreme medical emergency, it may become necessary for a deputy to transport the injured or ill person to a treatment facility in a Sheriff's Office vehicle.
- Such transport shall be approved by a supervisor.
Lane Splitting
- Lane splitting is expressly prohibited during normal, non-emergency operating conditions, or routine patrol.
- Lane splitting shall only be utilized if a bona fide emergency or exigent circumstances exist.
Guidelines for Safe Operation of Sheriff's Office Vehicles
- The purpose of this standard operating procedure is to define guidelines for the safe operation of Sheriff's Office vehicles.
Scope
- This procedure applies to all Sheriff's Office personnel regarding the routine and emergency operation of Sheriff's Office vehicles.
Definitions
- Authorized Emergency Vehicle: Sheriff's Office vehicles designated by the Sheriff.
- Authorized Persons: Sheriff's Office personnel to whom a Sheriff's Office vehicle is permanently or temporarily assigned, fleet maintenance personnel, and personnel of automotive repair agencies for purposes of vehicle maintenance.
- Competent Authority: Sheriff, Department Commanders, and Division/District Commanders.
- Emergency Call: A situation that requires immediate law enforcement response to assure the safety of persons or property, or to apprehend a criminal suspect.
- Emergency Signal Device: Siren and flashing and/or revolving blue lights, which meet the requirements of Florida Statutes.
- Emergency Vehicle Operation: Operation of a Sheriff's Office vehicle with emergency lights and continuous or intermittent use of siren in response to an impending threat to human safety.
- Lane Splitting: Refers to a two-wheeled vehicle moving between lanes of vehicles that are proceeding in the same direction.
- Non-Emergency Call: A call for service that does not involve a criminal act or threat to life or property, or one that involves a criminal act that is no longer “in-progress”, and there is no reasonable expectation that a suspect will be apprehended as a result of a more rapid law enforcement response.
Routine Vehicle Operations
- Operators of Sheriff's Office vehicles shall strictly adhere to all traffic laws and shall drive defensively in a safe and courteous manner.
- Only authorized persons shall be permitted to operate Sheriff's Office vehicles.
- Sheriff's Office personnel shall operate Sheriff's Office vehicles only when properly licensed to do so by the State of Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Requests for Sheriff's Office Vehicles to Stop
- When requested or commanded to stop by another law enforcement officer, Sheriff's Office personnel shall:
- Immediately stop, regardless of assignment.
- Clearly identify self and activity, unless such declaration would nullify or hinder a criminal investigation.
- When the operator of a Sheriff's Office vehicle continues to be detained by another law enforcement officer, advise the radio dispatcher of the circumstances and request that a supervisor report to the site of detention.
Emergency Vehicle Operation
- Sheriff's Office personnel engaged in an emergency response situation are not relieved from the responsibility of driving with due regard for the safety of all persons.
- While responding to an emergency call, personnel shall:
- Engage their emergency lights and siren and continuously operate them throughout the emergency response.
- Proceed in a manner consistent with the laws regulating vehicular traffic.
- Exceed the maximum speed limit so long as life or property is not endangered.
- Proceed past a stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing or stopping as necessary for safe operation.
- Disregard regulations governing direction of movement or turning in specified direction, as long as life or property is not endangered.
- Disregard regulations governing parking laws under normal circumstances, except that a Sheriff's Office vehicle shall not block access to a fire hydrant at a fire scene, or in any way obstruct the passage of fire apparatus or emergency medical apparatus.
Transportation of Children
- Transportation of children shall be conducted in compliance with Florida Statute 316.613 (Child Restraint Requirements).
- Child restraint devices are available at each of the district offices.
Traffic Stops
- When making a traffic stop, Sheriff's Office personnel shall:
- Supply the radio dispatcher with available information about the traffic stop.
- Activate their emergency lights and/or siren to make their presence known and to signal the driver to stop.
- Make every effort to direct the violator to a suitable stopping point where normal traffic flow will not be impeded through use of signals and/or public address system.
Emergency Escort of Civilian Vehicles
- Emergency escort of civilian vehicles is prohibited.
- Should a civilian request a medical emergency escort, the deputy shall summon an ambulance for treatment and/or transporting of the injured or ill person.
Emergency Medical Transportation
- In an extreme medical emergency, it may become necessary for a deputy to transport the injured or ill person to a treatment facility in a Sheriff's Office vehicle.
- Such transport shall be approved by a supervisor.
Lane Splitting
- Lane splitting is expressly prohibited during normal, non-emergency operating conditions, or routine patrol.
- Lane splitting shall only be utilized if a bona fide emergency or exigent circumstances exist.
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