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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?
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?
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?
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?
What is the appropriate action if more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault situation?
What is the appropriate action if more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault situation?
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?
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?
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What should officers do if a child at the scene needs medical attention?
What should officers do if a child at the scene needs medical attention?
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When completing Incident Reports in cases involving multiple child victims, what form should officers use?
When completing Incident Reports in cases involving multiple child victims, what form should officers use?
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What action should a UPB officer take if they determine that child abuse/neglect exists?
What action should a UPB officer take if they determine that child abuse/neglect exists?
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When should the CSVU be notified in cases of child abuse/neglect during 'C' Shift?
When should the CSVU be notified in cases of child abuse/neglect during 'C' Shift?
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In what circumstances should a UPB officer not interview a victim of felony sexual assault?
In what circumstances should a UPB officer not interview a victim of felony sexual assault?
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What should an officer do if they cannot substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
What should an officer do if they cannot substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
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During non-business hours, who should UPB officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
During non-business hours, who should UPB officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
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In cases where a UPB officer determines there is probable cause of a crime regarding child abuse/neglect, what minimal action can they take?
In cases where a UPB officer determines there is probable cause of a crime regarding child abuse/neglect, what minimal action can they take?
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What action should school, hospital, or daycare center officials take when they receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
What action should school, hospital, or daycare center officials take when they receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
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Who is responsible for conducting the detailed interview of child victims in cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
Who is responsible for conducting the detailed interview of child victims in cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
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What should UPB officers do once probable cause of a crime is established in cases involving schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
What should UPB officers do once probable cause of a crime is established in cases involving schools, hospitals, or daycare centers?
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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?
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?
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Who is responsible for making notifications to a parent regarding a child's interview or child placement in protective custody in all cases?
Who is responsible for making notifications to a parent regarding a child's interview or child placement in protective custody in all cases?
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When should officers contact Field Investigations Detectives, weekend duty detectives, or the on-call CSVU member according to the text?
When should officers contact Field Investigations Detectives, weekend duty detectives, or the on-call CSVU member according to the text?
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What types of cases require UPB officers to contact the Child Special Victims Unit (CSVU) immediately?
What types of cases require UPB officers to contact the Child Special Victims Unit (CSVU) immediately?
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In cases of suspicious injury to a child reported by a medical professional, what action is mandated by the policy for UPB officers?
In cases of suspicious injury to a child reported by a medical professional, what action is mandated by the policy for UPB officers?
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Under what circumstances should responding officers ask the child minimal questions according to the policy?
Under what circumstances should responding officers ask the child minimal questions according to the policy?
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Which of the following actions should be taken by UPB officers regarding serious injury to a child?
Which of the following actions should be taken by UPB officers regarding serious injury to a child?
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What constitutes mandatory notification of the CSVU according to the policy?
What constitutes mandatory notification of the CSVU according to the policy?
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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?
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?
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When can a victim or witness of a sexual assault of a child be arrested or prosecuted for an eligible alcohol or drug offense?
When can a victim or witness of a sexual assault of a child be arrested or prosecuted for an eligible alcohol or drug offense?
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What is the role of UPB officers when children need medical attention at the scene of a complaint?
What is the role of UPB officers when children need medical attention at the scene of a complaint?
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Who should school, hospital, or daycare center officials contact when they receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
Who should school, hospital, or daycare center officials contact when they receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
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What action should UPB officers take if they cannot substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
What action should UPB officers take if they cannot substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
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What should officers do if there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
What should officers do if there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
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In cases where multiple children are victims of abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what should officers do?
In cases where multiple children are victims of abuse/neglect or sexual assault, what should officers do?
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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?
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?
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During 'A' Shift and on non-business hours, who should officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
During 'A' Shift and on non-business hours, who should officers contact for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault?
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What action should be taken when more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault situation?
What action should be taken when more than one child is a victim in an abuse/neglect or sexual assault situation?
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What is the mandated course of action for all investigations in cases of suspected child abuse or neglect according to the text?
What is the mandated course of action for all investigations in cases of suspected child abuse or neglect according to the text?
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Which reference in the text provides information on the Nebraska Revised Statutes related to the investigation procedures for child abuse or neglect?
Which reference in the text provides information on the Nebraska Revised Statutes related to the investigation procedures for child abuse or neglect?
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In cases where a suspect needs to be prosecuted for child abuse or neglect, what action should be taken as per the text?
In cases where a suspect needs to be prosecuted for child abuse or neglect, what action should be taken as per the text?
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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?
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?
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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?
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?
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What should UPB officers do if they determine that a felony sexual assault occurred and the victim is 15 or younger?
What should UPB officers do if they determine that a felony sexual assault occurred and the victim is 15 or younger?
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During what shifts should the CSVU be notified when abuse/neglect occurs?
During what shifts should the CSVU be notified when abuse/neglect occurs?
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In cases where a UPB officer is unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect, what report should they prepare?
In cases where a UPB officer is unable to substantiate a complaint of child abuse/neglect, what report should they prepare?
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What should officers do when they encounter child abuse/neglect during non-business hours?
What should officers do when they encounter child abuse/neglect during non-business hours?
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When should UPB officers contact Field Investigations Detectives, weekend duty detectives, or the on-call CSVU member for directions?
When should UPB officers contact Field Investigations Detectives, weekend duty detectives, or the on-call CSVU member for directions?
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What action is required when school, hospital, or daycare center officials receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
What action is required when school, hospital, or daycare center officials receive a complaint of child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
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Which unit is responsible for conducting detailed interviews of child victims in cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
Which unit is responsible for conducting detailed interviews of child victims in cases of suspected child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
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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?
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?
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What minimal questions may UPB officers ask a child when responding to calls regarding child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
What minimal questions may UPB officers ask a child when responding to calls regarding child abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse?
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What is the correct procedure for officers when a juvenile is placed into protective custody?
What is the correct procedure for officers when a juvenile is placed into protective custody?
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In cases where a juvenile needs to be removed for their safety during a criminal investigation, what form should the investigating officer complete?
In cases where a juvenile needs to be removed for their safety during a criminal investigation, what form should the investigating officer complete?
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What should officers do if they need additional assistance to determine whether to remove a child?
What should officers do if they need additional assistance to determine whether to remove a child?
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What is required when a juvenile is suspected to be endangered and needs to be removed for safety during a criminal investigation?
What is required when a juvenile is suspected to be endangered and needs to be removed for safety during a criminal investigation?
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Who should be contacted for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault during non-business hours?
Who should be contacted for directions in cases of child abuse/neglect or sexual assault during non-business hours?
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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?
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?
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What is mandated if there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
What is mandated if there is visible evidence of abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse of a child?
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What kind of cases require UPB officers to contact the Child Special Victims Unit (CSVU) immediately?
What kind of cases require UPB officers to contact the Child Special Victims Unit (CSVU) immediately?
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