Kansas City Crime Procedures

Questions and Answers

What must members do when a felony occurs in their jurisdiction?

Release the vehicle to the owner/operator if they arrive on the scene.

Conduct an inventory of the vehicle before any investigation.

Immediately tow the involved vehicle.

Contact the appropriate investigative element for directions. (correct)

Under what circumstances may a vehicle be immediately towed from public property?

If it has been reported as stolen.

If it is parked for more than 24 hours.

If it interferes with street maintenance or public safety. (correct)

If it is blocking a driveway.

What should members refer to for further information regarding 'Investigative Holds'?

The municipal code directory.

State law regulations.

A departmental handbook.

Annex C. (correct)

What is the protocol for ordering a tow?

Utilize the automated dispatch towing system via the MDC. Signup and view all the answers

What is required if a vehicle falls within the parameters for a department tow or inventory?

Members must handle the towing and inventory themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a vehicle after the investigation of a felony?

The investigative element decides on an investigative hold. Signup and view all the answers

Which circumstances do not justify towing a vehicle from public property?

The vehicle being parked without a valid registration. Signup and view all the answers

What should members do to cancel a tow?

Contact the Communications Unit. Signup and view all the answers

What action does a member take if the vehicle is not towed and the owner/operator signs the Form 455 P.D?

Secure and legally park the vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

In the event the vehicle is towed pursuant to a custodial arrest, what must the member complete?

A complete content inventory of several compartments. Signup and view all the answers

What should a member do if they are unable to gain entry into a locked compartment?

Attempt to obtain a key from the owner/operator. Signup and view all the answers

If the owner/operator refuses to allow access to a locked compartment, what must the member inform them?

They will force open the locked compartment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step if all efforts to obtain keys have failed and access is still denied?

Force open the locked compartment. Signup and view all the answers

How should the member attempt to force open a locked compartment?

To incur the least amount of damage to the vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

What documentation should be completed if any locked compartment is forced open?

The Form 36 P.D.b noting the forced entry and any damage. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a content inventory during a vehicle inventory?

To ensure all valuable items are accounted for. Signup and view all the answers

What must occur before a vehicle can be searched under a warrant?

The appropriate investigative element must be contacted to determine warrant necessity. Signup and view all the answers

Who can authorize an investigative hold on a stolen vehicle?

A specific investigative element or a Patrol Bureau supervisor. Signup and view all the answers

When should a hold be placed on a Hit and Run vehicle?

By a D.U.I. Section detective/supervisor or T.I.S. detective/supervisor between 1600 and 0800 hours. Signup and view all the answers

What condition necessitates notifying the Property Crimes Division regarding a vehicle?

The VIN plate is missing or altered. Signup and view all the answers

What form is used to complete the Physical Evidence/Property Inventory Report after a search?

Form 236 P.D. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding the authorization of investigative holds?

Holds can only be placed with specific authorization from a designated investigative element. Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for towing a vehicle that is subject to a search warrant?

The vehicle has to be towed to a designated police facility by the investigative element. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance will CSIS not place a hold on a vehicle?

When processing is requested by another investigative unit. Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can members inventory a non assessable section of a vehicle?

When it is clear to a reasonable person that the area has been manipulated. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with contraband found in a vehicle during an inventory?

It must be logged and forwarded to the Property and Evidence Section. Signup and view all the answers

How should valuable property attached to a vehicle be documented?

It must be listed on a Form 36 P.D. in the appropriate section. Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken regarding evidence or contraband found in the vehicle?

It must be inventoried, documented, and processed according to established procedures. Signup and view all the answers

What is required in the accompanying report when property is recovered?

A detailed narrative of the incident including property disposition. Signup and view all the answers

What must a member do if they recover property not categorized as evidence or contraband?

Release it at the scene to a responsible individual. Signup and view all the answers

What should the member's comments section on the Form 36 P.D. include?

A summary of the action taken, the type of report, and the case report number. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the handling of small quantities of valuable property?

They must be inventoried and processed according to the Recovered Property Procedure. Signup and view all the answers

What must be done to notify the owner or lien holder when a hold is canceled?

Send a fax or email to the Hold Notification/Tow Desk. Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions can a vehicle be released to the owner at the recovery scene?

It has no further evidentiary value and towing is not warranted. Signup and view all the answers

What is required of the Communications Unit when personnel from the CSIS are dispatched to process a vehicle?

They should notify the member recovering the vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

What document must be completed by the member when towing a vehicle for processing?

A Form 36 P.D. Signup and view all the answers

What does CSIS need to be notified about before towing a vehicle?

Authorization given to tow the vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

What action is taken by Hold Notification/Tow Desk personnel after a hold is released?

They verify the release through the Aries system. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the daily email received from Aries by the Hold Notification/Tow Desk?

To indicate all the hold releases. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect must be verified before releasing a vehicle to the owner at the scene?

The owner or representative must be properly verified. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vehicle Towing and Processing Procedures

Vehicles involved in crimes may be retained for evidence unless processed and returned to the owner.
Towing of vehicles is authorized by city ordinance or state law, with proper documentation required.
In felony cases in Kansas City, Missouri, investigative elements must be contacted for vehicle processing directions.
Vehicles requiring a tow or inventory are not to be delegated to third-party companies.
Tows can be ordered via an automated dispatch system using Mobile Data Computers (MDC).

Abandoned Vehicles and Public Property

Vehicles can be towed from public property if they obstruct maintenance or emergency use.
Immediate removal is warranted when public safety is at risk (e.g., fire, storm).
When a vehicle is towed post-arrest, a complete content inventory is mandatory to ensure valuable property is secured.

Content Inventory Guidelines

A thorough inventory includes accessing all compartments unless entry is refused by the owner.
Efforts to obtain keys must be exhausted; if unsuccessful, compartments may be forced open with minimal damage.
Any contraband or evidence found must be documented and forwarded to the Property and Evidence Section.

Recovered Property Procedures

Valuables attached to vehicles must be documented using Form 36 P.D., detailing their disposition.
Non-evidence property may be given to a responsible party at the scene; accompanying reports must detail the incident and property handling.

Search Warrant Protocols

An entire vehicle search under warrant disallows immediate content inventory by towing members.
Members coordinate with investigative elements to determine if a warrant is needed before towing to the designated facility.

Investigative Holds

Investigative holds on vehicles must be authorized by specific investigative elements.
Holds apply in cases of missing or altered VINs or mismatched title numbers.
Vehicle owners or lien holders must be notified when holds are released; proof of ownership is required for reclaiming vehicles.

Processing Vehicles in Police Custody

Vehicles are processed as directed by investigative elements; CSIS personnel may be dispatched to assist.
Vehicles can be returned to owners if processed and deemed without evidentiary value, and no further investigation is needed.
Proper documentation (Form 36 P.D.) must accompany the vehicle during towing to the designated location.

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This quiz explores the protocols and procedures related to crime scene evidence handling in Kansas City, Missouri. It focuses on towing vehicles, processing evidence, and reporting felonies. Test your knowledge on the regulations governing these actions and their implications for law enforcement.