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In cases where there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child, what is the appropriate action for the OPD Forensic Investigations Unit?
Remove the child from the scene and take photographs
What should officers do if persons at the scene of a complaint do not cooperate and there is no 'reasonable cause facts' for forced entrance?
Contact the UPB Sergeant
What is the appropriate action if more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault situation?
Complete one Incident Report for each child
Who should officers contact during 'A' Shift and on weekends, holidays, and non-business hours for directions in cases of suspected child abuse or neglect?
Field Investigations Detectives
What should officers do if a child at the scene needs medical attention?
Take the child to an emergency hospital
When completing Incident Reports in cases involving multiple child victims, what form should officers use?
OPD Form 189
What action should a UPB officer take if they determine that child abuse/neglect exists?
Complete an Incident Report (OPD Form 189)
When should the CSVU be notified in cases of child abuse/neglect during 'C' Shift?
Always
In what circumstances should a UPB officer not interview a victim of felony sexual assault?
When the victim is under 15 years old
What should an officer do if they cannot substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
Advise CSVU and prepare an Information Report (OPD Form 42)
During non-business hours, who should UPB officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
Field Investigations Detectives, weekend duty detectives, or on-call CSVU member
In cases where a UPB officer determines there is probable cause of a crime regarding child abuse/neglect, what minimal action can they take?
Ask minimal questions to the child
What action should school, hospital, or daycare center officials take when they receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
Contact the Child Protective Services (CPS) Hotline
Who is responsible for conducting the detailed interview of child victims in cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
Trained CSVU investigator
What should UPB officers do once probable cause of a crime is established in cases involving schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
Contact the CSVU for further direction
In cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, who should not contact the child's parents unless specifically requested by the investigating officer?
Trained CSVU investigator
Who is responsible for making notifications to a parent regarding a child's interview or child placement in protective custody in all cases?
Investigating officer
When should officers contact Field Investigations Detectives, weekend duty detectives, or the on-call CSVU member according to the text?
During A Shift and non-business hours only
What types of cases require UPB officers to contact the Child Special Victims Unit (CSVU) immediately?
All misdemeanor child abuse/neglect cases.
In cases of suspicious injury to a child reported by a medical professional, what action is mandated by the policy for UPB officers?
Contact the CSVU immediately.
Under what circumstances should responding officers ask the child minimal questions according to the policy?
To identify probable cause of a crime.
Which of the following actions should be taken by UPB officers regarding serious injury to a child?
Reporting the case to the CSVU.
What constitutes mandatory notification of the CSVU according to the policy?
Felony child abuse/neglect cases or sexual assaults with juvenile victims.
In cases of suspected child abuse or sexual assault, what must officers do if they find no evidence during multiple calls to a particular address?
Document the findings and follow standard procedures for each call.
When can a victim or witness of a sexual assault of a child be arrested or prosecuted for an eligible alcohol or drug offense?
If the evidence supporting the arrest was obtained independently of their reporting the assault.
What is the role of UPB officers when children need medical attention at the scene of a complaint?
Request emergency medical assistance for the children.
Who should school, hospital, or daycare center officials contact when they receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
UPB officers for immediate response and investigation.
What action should UPB officers take if they cannot substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
Document their findings and take appropriate follow-up actions.
What should officers do if there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
Call the OPD Forensic Investigations Unit to take photographs
In cases where multiple children are victims of abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what should officers do?
Complete one Incident Report for each child involved
If persons at the scene of an alleged complaint of abuse/neglect do not cooperate with investigating officers and no 'reasonable cause facts' exist for forced entrance, what should officers do?
Contact the UPB Sergeant
During 'A' Shift and on non-business hours, who should officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
Field Investigations Detectives
What action should be taken when more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault situation?
One Incident Report should be completed for each child involved
What is the mandated course of action for all investigations in cases of suspected child abuse or neglect according to the text?
Turning the case over to CPS
Which reference in the text provides information on the Nebraska Revised Statutes related to the investigation procedures for child abuse or neglect?
Previous OPD Orders
In cases where a suspect needs to be prosecuted for child abuse or neglect, what action should be taken as per the text?
Request for a warrant
Who is responsible for conducting the detailed interview of child victims in cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse as per the text?
CSVU Investigators
What is the appropriate action for UPB officers in cases that do not reach the level requiring prosecution of the suspect according to the text?
Turning the case over to CPS
What should UPB officers do if they determine that a felony sexual assault occurred and the victim is 15 or younger?
Contact the CSVU for further investigation
During what shifts should the CSVU be notified when abuse/neglect occurs?
'B' and 'C' Shifts
In cases where a UPB officer is unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect, what report should they prepare?
Information Report (OPD Form 42)
What should officers do when they encounter child abuse/neglect during non-business hours?
Contact Field Investigations Detectives
When should UPB officers contact Field Investigations Detectives, weekend duty detectives, or the on-call CSVU member for directions?
'A' Shift, weekends, holidays, and non-business hours
What action is required when school, hospital, or daycare center officials receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
They must report the complaint to law enforcement or the Child Protective Services (CPS) Hotline.
Which unit is responsible for conducting detailed interviews of child victims in cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
CSVU Investigators
In cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse, who should not contact the child's parents unless specifically requested by the investigating officer?
Child Protective Services (CPS)
What minimal questions may UPB officers ask a child when responding to calls regarding child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
Minimal questions to determine if probable cause of a crime exists.
What is the correct procedure for officers when a juvenile is placed into protective custody?
Note in reports that the child was removed without providing location details
In cases where a juvenile needs to be removed for their safety during a criminal investigation, what form should the investigating officer complete?
OPD Form 96
What should officers do if they need additional assistance to determine whether to remove a child?
Contact the Field Investigations Detective/weekend duty detective
What is required when a juvenile is suspected to be endangered and needs to be removed for safety during a criminal investigation?
Complete OPD Form 96 and take specific notes in the narrative
Who should be contacted for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault during non-business hours?
Field Investigations Detective/weekend duty detective
What should officers do if persons at the scene of an incident involving a child do not cooperate and there is no 'reasonable cause facts' for forced entrance?
Leave the scene and report back to headquarters
What is mandated if there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
Contact the Child Special Victims Unit (CSVU) immediately
What kind of cases require UPB officers to contact the Child Special Victims Unit (CSVU) immediately?
All cases involving suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse
Learn about the procedures followed by Uniform Patrol Bureau officers when responding to radio calls related to child abuse/neglect and felony sexual assault involving victims aged 15 or younger. Understand the steps involved in determining if abuse/neglect exists and when to involve the Child Sexual Victim Unit (CSVU).
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