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What information must be included in a written report when disciplinary action is taken or recommended?
What is the purpose of submitting a written report when disciplinary action is taken or recommended?
What is the finding of an investigation when the allegation is true, but the action of the agency or employee was consistent with agency policy?
What is the finding of an investigation when the allegations are true, but there is no credible evidence to support them?
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What is the finding of an investigation when there is insufficient proof to confirm or to refute the allegation?
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What is the finding of an investigation when the policy or Standard operating procedure does not properly address the allegation?
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Who is responsible for submitting a written report when disciplinary action is taken or recommended?
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What is the purpose of including the section number(s) of the regulation violated in the written report?
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What is the primary purpose of requiring members to endorse communications from subordinates directed to higher command?
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Under what circumstances can a member use the Department as a mailing address for private purposes?
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What is the purpose of issuing identification numbers to members of the Department?
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Why are members required to strictly observe regulations for radio operations?
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What is the consequence of a member invoking their constitutional privilege and refusing to testify before a competent investigative body?
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Where do all requests for public speeches, demonstrations and the like need to be routed for approval and processing?
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What should a member do if they receive an order that they believe is unjust or contrary to Department directive?
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What is the primary purpose of the Department's electronic mail system?
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What is the primary reason for requiring approval from the Chief of Police for outside employment?
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What is the consequence of making official Department communication outside of the City without permission?
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What is the responsibility of the individual issuing a second order that conflicts with a previous order or instruction?
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Under what circumstances may a member enter into a financial understanding for appearances as witnesses?
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Who must a member notify if they are involved in a lawsuit, either as a plaintiff or defendant?
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What is the purpose of requiring members to consider Department documents and special orders as confidential?
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What is prohibited by the Department's rules regarding political activity?
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How should members treat supervisors, subordinates, and associates?
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What is the purpose of a member conferring with their Division Commander before giving a deposition or affidavit on a civil case?
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What is prohibited in regards to criticism of the Department or its members?
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How often must the written request and approval for outside employment be renewed?
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How often must a member check their email account?
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What is allowed by the Department's rules regarding political activity?
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When must a member notify their supervisor and the City Attorney's office if they are subpoenaed?
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What is the reason for prohibiting members from soliciting gifts, gratuities, fees, rewards, or loans during the performance of official duties?
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Who is responsible for notifying the Chief of Police if a civil case is deemed important to the City?
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What should a member do if they receive an order that conflicts with a previous order or instruction?
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What is the primary purpose of the Department's rules regarding outside employment?
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What is the procedure for conducting civil action interviews involving Department members or employees?
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Why must members be courteous and civil at all times in their relationships with each other?
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Who is responsible for approving requests for outside employment?
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What is the responsibility of a member who receives an order that they believe is unjust or contrary to Department directive?
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What is a requirement for members who wish to engage in political activity?
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Who is notified if a serious complaint or allegation is made against a Department member?
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Study Notes
Obedience and Appeals
- Members must obey orders to the best of their ability, even if they feel the orders are unjust or contrary to Department directives.
- Members may appeal the order through the chain of command after obeying it.
Conflicting Orders
- If a member receives an order that conflicts with a previous order or instruction, they must advise the person issuing the second order.
- The person issuing the second order is responsible for countermanding the original instruction.
- The member must obey the second order.
Conduct and Criticism
- Members must treat supervisors, subordinates, and associates with respect and courtesy.
- Members must be civil at all times, especially when on duty or in the presence of the public.
- Public criticism or ridicule of the Department, its procedures, policies, or members is prohibited.
Gifts and Gratuities
- Members may not solicit gifts, gratuities, loans, or fees during the performance of official duties.
- Members may not accept gifts, gratuities, loans, or fees without permission.
Communication
- Members must forward written communications to higher commands.
- Members must endorse communications from subordinates directed to higher commands.
- Department documents and orders are confidential unless otherwise ordered.
Identification and Radio Protocol
- Members are issued identification numbers upon employment.
- Identification numbers must be placed on all documents prepared by a sworn member.
- Members must strictly observe regulations for radio and computer terminal operations.
Electronic Mail and Public Appearances
- Members may use Department electronic mail only for business purposes.
- Members must check their email account at least once during their assigned shifts.
- All requests for public speeches, demonstrations, and the like must be routed to the office of the Chief of Police for approval.
Outside Employment and Political Activity
- Members must submit a request to the Chief of Police for approval before engaging in outside employment.
- The Chief of Police will approve or deny the request based on avoiding potential conflicts of interest and protecting the Department's image.
- Members may engage in certain political activities, such as becoming a candidate or expressing opinions on candidates or issues, but may not utilize City resources or engage in prohibited activities.
Testimony and Civil Action
- Members who refuse to testify when appearing as a witness or party before a competent investigative body may be subject to Departmental review.
- Civil action interviews involving members or employees will be conducted in accordance with current Departmental directives.
- Members must accept all subpoenas legally served and notify their supervisor and the City Attorney's office.
Discipline
- When a serious complaint or allegation is made, the supervisor will notify the Chief of Police regardless of the hour.
- Written reports must be submitted immediately when disciplinary action is taken or recommended, including the name, rank, and ID number of the person being disciplined, the date and time of the misconduct, and the section number of the regulation violated.
- Investigations of Department members accused of misconduct will conclude with one of the following findings: Exonerated, Sustained, Unfounded, Not Sustained, or Policy Failure.
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This quiz covers the rules and procedures for obeying orders and appealing decisions in a department or organization. It also discusses what to do when receiving conflicting orders.
