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What is the purpose of issuing citations for handicapped parking violations?
All of the above
How should officers handle handicapped parking violations when the violator is present?
Issue an electronic citation
What is the legal classification of a handicapped parking violation according to the text?
A violation of city ordinance, treated like a traffic violation
Which of the following is NOT considered a valid display of authorization to park in a handicapped parking space?
A temporary handicapped placard issued by a private organization
Under what circumstances should an officer issue a handicapped parking citation?
When the officer receives a complaint or observes a violation
What is the purpose of requiring court costs for a handicapped parking violation?
The text does not provide a reason for requiring court costs
Which statement accurately describes the requirements for handicapped parking signs?
The sign must be posted above ground, adjacent to and visible from each stall or space, including access aisles.
What is the maximum validity period for a permanent handicapped parking permit in Nebraska?
6 years
Which color placard is associated with a temporary handicapped parking permit in Nebraska?
Red
Where should a handicapped parking permit be displayed in a vehicle without a rearview mirror?
On the dashboard
What happens if a handicapped parking permit is altered, according to the text?
The permit is considered invalid.
What parking privileges are granted to holders of a handicapped parking permit or license plate?
Free parking in designated handicapped spaces and free parking at City-owned metered parking stalls.
Who is authorized to issue citations for handicapped parking violations on private property?
Off-duty uniformed privately employed officers
What information should police officers document on a handicapped parking citation, according to the text?
The name, race, address, and date of birth of the registered owner
What is the minimum number of days that should be allowed between the date of a handicapped parking violation and the scheduled court date?
30 days
What should an officer do if a subject refuses to sign a citation issued for a criminal offense?
Take the subject into custody and book them for the original charge
According to the policy, what should an officer do if a subject refuses to provide a fingerprint?
Arrest and book the subject for obstructing law enforcement
For electronic citations, what should an officer do with the "Citation Signature/Fingerprint" page?
Scan it into the electronic citation system and forward the original to the Data Unit
If a subject does not have a right index finger, what should an officer do?
Use the left index finger and write "left" on the citation
Which of the following statements about reciprocity agreements is true?
Nebraska has reciprocity agreements with North Carolina and Wyoming
According to the policy, which of the following individuals are exempt from registering their vehicles in Nebraska?
Non-resident students and active military personnel assigned to duty in Nebraska
When issuing an electronic courtesy citation as a "Fix It" citation, what is required?
A signature from the subject
What should an officer do with the "Identiprint" sticker when issuing a paper citation?
Attach it to the pink Records Copy of the paper citation
What should an officer do with the cardboard sheet after obtaining a fingerprint on a paper citation?
Place the cardboard sheet between the copies of the paper citation
According to the policy, which of the following statements about out-of-state driver's licenses and CDLs is true?
Officers should honor all valid out-of-state driver's licenses and CDLs
When obtaining a fingerprint for an electronic citation, what should an officer do?
Attach the "Identiprint" label to the "Citation Signature/Fingerprint" page
What should an officer do if a subject refuses to sign a citation for possession of marijuana (less than 1 ounce)?
Issue the citation without the signature
If a subject refuses to sign a citation for a traffic offense, what should the officer do after explaining the consequences of refusal?
Physically arrest and book the subject for 'Refusal to Sign a Citation' and the original traffic violation(s)
If an officer completes a paper citation and the subject refuses to sign, what should the officer do with the citation copies?
Write 'REFUSED-BOOKED' in the signature space, book the Court Copy into evidence, attach remaining copies to the report, and submit to the Data Unit
If an officer completes an electronic citation and the subject refuses to sign, what should the officer do with the citation copies?
Select 'Booked' and add the 'Refusal to Sign a Citation' charge, book the 'Defendant Copy' and 'Citation Signature/Fingerprint' copy into evidence
If a subject refuses to sign a courtesy citation, what should the officer do?
Issue a regular citation for the traffic offense following existing procedures
When should an officer request a subject's fingerprint on a citation?
For both criminal and traffic offense citations when the subject cannot produce valid identification
What should an officer do if a subject cannot produce a valid driver's license when issuing a citation?
Leave the driver's license number field blank and make a notation in the narrative or comments section
What type of labels should an officer use to obtain a fingerprint on a citation?
Self-adhesive 'Identiprint' labels from the Police Supply Unit
If a subject produces a valid driver's license when issued a citation, what should the officer do?
Record the driver's license number in the appropriate field
What should an officer do if a subject refuses to provide a fingerprint when issued a citation?
Explain that a fingerprint is required and arrest the subject if they continue to refuse
What criteria do officers consider when deciding whether to issue a citation for a Handicapped Parking violation?
The totality of the circumstances
Why is a Handicapped Parking violation treated more like a traffic violation than a standard parking citation?
Because it requires court costs
What is the consequence of parking in a Handicap Parking zone without displaying any form of authorization?
Receiving a Handicapped Parking citation
What forms of authorization must be displayed to park in designated Handicapped Parking spaces?
An authorized State handicapped license plate or permit
When should officers use electronic citations for Handicap Parking violations?
When the violator is present
What distinguishes a Handicapped Parking violation from a standard parking citation?
Court appearance required and treated like a traffic violation
According to the policy, when should an officer book a violator for 'Refusal to Sign a Citation' in addition to the original traffic violation?
When the violator refuses to sign the citation after being explained the consequences
If an officer completes an electronic citation and the violator refuses to sign, what should the officer do with the 'Defendant Copy' and 'Citation Signature/Fingerprint' copies?
Book them into the Evidence/Property Unit as evidence to support the 'Refusal to Sign a Citation' charge
If a violator is unable to produce a valid driver's license and their identity cannot be verified, what should the officer do regarding the driver's license number field on the citation?
Leave the space provided for driver's license numbers blank and make a notation in the narrative or comments section
What should an officer do if a violator refuses to provide a fingerprint when issued a citation for a criminal offense?
Explain that a fingerprint is required and arrest the violator if they continue to refuse
According to the policy, what should an officer do if a subject refuses to sign a citation issued for possession of marijuana (less than 1 ounce)?
Issue the citation without the signature and do not charge the subject with 'Refusal to Sign'
If an officer completes a paper citation and the violator refuses to sign, what should the officer do with the Court Copy (top page) of the citation?
Book the Court Copy into the Evidence/Property Unit as evidence to support the 'Refusal to Sign a Citation' charge
If a subject produces a valid driver's license when issued a citation, what should the officer do regarding the driver's license number field?
Write the driver's license number in the designated field on the citation
According to the policy, when should an officer request a subject's fingerprint on a citation?
Only when the subject is unable to produce a valid driver's license or other government-issued photo identification
If a subject does not have a right index finger, what should an officer do when obtaining a fingerprint for a citation?
Obtain a fingerprint from the subject's other hand or another finger
If a subject with a right index finger refuses to provide a fingerprint when issued a citation, what should the officer do?
Advise the subject that refusal is a violation and they will be arrested and booked for obstructing law enforcement
Which of the following statements regarding reciprocity agreements is accurate?
Nebraska has reciprocity agreements with North Carolina and Wyoming, exempting residents from those states from re-registering their non-commercial vehicles until their out-of-state license expires
If an officer issues an electronic citation and the subject refuses to sign the 'Citation Signature/Fingerprint' page, what should the officer do?
Scan the unsigned 'Citation Signature/Fingerprint' page into the electronic citation system
According to the policy, which of the following individuals are exempt from registering their vehicles in Nebraska?
Both A and B
If a subject produces a valid out-of-state driver's license when issued a citation, what should the officer do?
Honor the out-of-state license and proceed with issuing the citation
What should an officer do with the cardboard sheet after obtaining a fingerprint on a paper citation?
Place the cardboard sheet between the copies of the paper citation to protect the fingerprint from carbon copy marks
According to the policy, what should an officer do if a subject cannot produce a valid driver's license when issued a citation?
The policy does not provide guidance on this situation
If a subject refuses to sign a citation issued for possession of marijuana (less than 1 ounce), what should the officer do?
Obtain the subject's fingerprint and proceed with issuing the citation, regardless of their signature
What should an officer do if a subject's handicapped parking permit appears to be altered?
The policy does not provide guidance on this situation
Which of the following is considered a valid display of authorization to park in a handicapped parking space?
All of the above
What should an officer do if a subject refuses to sign a citation issued for a criminal offense?
Inform the subject that their signature is not an admission of guilt, but a promise to appear in court, and if they still refuse, take them into custody and book them for the charge.
Which statement accurately describes the requirements for handicapped parking signs?
Handicapped parking signs must be posted above ground and immediately adjacent to each designated space, including access aisles.
What parking privileges are granted to holders of a handicapped parking permit or license plate?
They are entitled to free parking in designated handicapped spaces and at City-owned metered parking stalls, for as long as the maximum time allowed on the meter.
What is the maximum validity period for a permanent handicapped parking permit in Nebraska?
6 years
Which color placard is associated with a temporary handicapped parking permit in Nebraska?
Red
If a handicapped parking permit is altered, according to the text, what is the consequence?
The permit is considered invalid and the holder may be subject to a citation.
Who is authorized to issue citations for handicapped parking violations on private property?
Off-duty uniformed privately employed officers may issue citations on the business property for which they are employed.
What information should police officers document on a handicapped parking citation?
The name, race, address, and date of birth of the registered owner of the vehicle.
What should an officer do if a subject refuses to provide a fingerprint when issued a citation?
The text does not provide guidance on this scenario.
Which of the following is NOT considered a valid display of authorization to park in a handicapped parking space?
A handicapped parking permit placed under the windshield wiper.
Learn about the procedures for issuing citations to handicapped parking violators based on Omaha Municipal Code. Understand the factors considered by officers before issuing a citation and the use of electronic citations for these offenses.
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