35 Questions
What is one of the main purposes of the directive?
To improve crime investigation reporting
What is expected of employees regarding investigations?
To use legal and professional tools to further investigations
What type of crimes does the Department investigate?
Crimes that occur in the jurisdiction of Boca Raton
What is the Department's approach to investigating crimes?
Vigorous and professional
What is the overall aim of the directive in relation to investigations?
To enhance the cooperation and communication between bureaus
Who is responsible for assigning fraud, theft, and burglary cases in which no additional leads were available during the preliminary investigation?
ISB supervisor
What is the first step if a case needs to be assigned to a detective after a preliminary investigation?
Forward to the ISB supervisor
What is the responsibility of the bureau administrative assistant once the ISB supervisor conducts a final review of a case?
Verify that the case was closed in the RMS
In absence of an ISB supervisor, who should detectives keep apprised of follow-up activity?
The watch commander
What does 'Cleared by Arrest (CBA)' mean in terms of case disposition?
Arrest of person(s) responsible with a lesser-included offense
Under what circumstances can an offense be listed as 'Exceptionally Cleared (EXC)'?
When law enforcement officers kill the offender
When can a refusal to prosecute be completed or audio/video recorded?
When the suspect is known and the case can be exceptionally cleared
What is the definition of Cold Case Investigations?
Investigations of any unresolved homicide, suspicious death, unidentified human remains, and missing person’s cases for two or more years
What is the meaning of Preliminary Investigation?
An initial response at the scene to gather facts, observe circumstances, and secure the scene to preserve evidence
Who is responsible for investigations of criminal violations of the Florida State Statutes and ordinances of the City of Boca Raton?
Department employees
What does a follow-up investigation involve?
Providing additional information to identify and affect the arrest of an offender and/or recover stolen property
What kind of investigations require Department employees to use online services, including the Internet?
Online Investigations
Who is responsible for maintaining a Major Crimes Section with the responsibility for investigating all crimes assigned to the section?
ISB employees
How are detectives selected for assignment as detectives and Tactical Team officers?
Using the Transfer Selection Board process for specialized positions
Who is responsible for making on-call assignments of detectives and crime scene technicians, who shall be responsible for callouts when the need arises?
The ISB supervisors
What is the responsibility of ISB sergeants in ensuring proper case investigation management?
To review all Incident Reports to ensure that each detective receives all reports that might assist him/her in his/her assigned investigations
The ISB shall maintain a Strategic Operations Section with responsibility for which of the following?
All of the above
Which type of crimes are considered part of ISB follow-up investigations?
Felonies against persons such as robbery, sexual battery, aggravated assault/battery, and homicide
What does the ISB supervisor do when he/she reviews an Incident Report forwarded to ISB for follow-up investigation?
Indicate the assigned detective’s name on top, forward it to bureau’s administrative assistant
What is the responsibility of detectives in relation to case files?
To maintain closed case files in a secure manner and forward them to the Records Section
When should LEOs fill out an Investigative Costs Recovery Report form?
When the total investigative costs exceed $1,000
What is the purpose of detectives calling in 10-8 and 10-7 at the beginning and end of their shifts?
To indicate that they are in-service and out-of-service
When should detectives identify themselves by way of their badge and City identification?
As soon as practical while on duty
What is the purpose of detectives attending Patrol briefings?
To exchange information with Patrol officers and enhance the relationship between bureaus
What is the responsibility of a detective when making an arrest?
The detainee is the detective's responsibility until turned over to a Patrol officer for transport or release
What is the purpose of temporary rotating assignments for LEOs to the ISB?
To give employees the opportunity to grow individually and expand their knowledge of Department activities
What is expected of LEOs regarding attendance at briefings?
Attendance is mandatory unless extenuating circumstances exist
What is required when a detainee is in custody in the Temporary Detention and Processing Facility?
The detective must write a report based on the interview if pertinent information was obtained and brief the arresting officer
What happens upon completion of an LEO's probationary period with regard to reassignment to ISB?
The division commander may reassign an LEO to the ISB for at least 90 days
What kind of data are pawnshops and secondhand dealers required to submit electronically?
Pawn transaction data
Test your knowledge of the procedures for assigning fraud, theft, and burglary cases to ISB volunteers or light duty employees. Explore the process of forwarding cases to detectives and conducting final reviews by ISB supervisors.
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