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What is the protocol when a missing person is confirmed to participate in Care Trak?
What is the protocol when a missing person is confirmed to participate in Care Trak?
- Call the missing person's family to inform them of the situation.
- Wait for a detective to assess the situation before contacting anyone.
- Notify the Care Trak team through the chief of police.
- Notify the on-call Care Trak team through the Communications Unit Supervisor. (correct)
What should be included in the RMS report for a missing person?
What should be included in the RMS report for a missing person?
- A detailed description of the missing person’s last known location.
- A note of potential witnesses that were last seen with the person.
- An entry listed as 'Missing/Endangered' to ensure the order remains in NCIC. (correct)
- A recommendation for the type of search strategy to be employed.
How long does an entry for a missing person stay in the NCIC system?
How long does an entry for a missing person stay in the NCIC system?
- Until the case is closed by a jury.
- Until it is cancelled by a detective or a supervisor. (correct)
- For a minimum of 72 hours unless cancelled by a supervisor.
- Indefinitely unless manually deleted.
Who is responsible for issuing a voice broadcast for a missing person?
Who is responsible for issuing a voice broadcast for a missing person?
What type of report must be completed under the original CRN for a missing person?
What type of report must be completed under the original CRN for a missing person?
What should members do if allegations of child abuse are made concerning a missing/runaway juvenile?
What should members do if allegations of child abuse are made concerning a missing/runaway juvenile?
During which hours should members contact Investigations personnel at MPCC?
During which hours should members contact Investigations personnel at MPCC?
What action is required when a missing/runaway juvenile is located without any allegations of abuse?
What action is required when a missing/runaway juvenile is located without any allegations of abuse?
In cases where immediate investigation is required for a missing person, who should be contacted after hours?
In cases where immediate investigation is required for a missing person, who should be contacted after hours?
What should be done when a runaway juvenile is located by law enforcement?
What should be done when a runaway juvenile is located by law enforcement?
Who is responsible for recordkeeping of missing/runaway juveniles?
Who is responsible for recordkeeping of missing/runaway juveniles?
What is the primary purpose of Care Trak?
What is the primary purpose of Care Trak?
What must members ensure when a missing/runaway juvenile returns?
What must members ensure when a missing/runaway juvenile returns?
If a missing juvenile from out of state is located, what is the first action that should be taken?
If a missing juvenile from out of state is located, what is the first action that should be taken?
What dictates the jurisdictional boundaries for runaway juveniles?
What dictates the jurisdictional boundaries for runaway juveniles?
Under what condition can a member return a juvenile directly to their parent/guardian?
Under what condition can a member return a juvenile directly to their parent/guardian?
When a parent/guardian reports a kidnapping, what is the first action to be taken?
When a parent/guardian reports a kidnapping, what is the first action to be taken?
What is the role of MPCC in the context of a missing/runaway juvenile?
What is the role of MPCC in the context of a missing/runaway juvenile?
Under what circumstances can a runaway juvenile be transported across state lines?
Under what circumstances can a runaway juvenile be transported across state lines?
What happens to a runaway juvenile located outside their home state?
What happens to a runaway juvenile located outside their home state?
What directive should members follow when dispatched to a mental health facility regarding a missing person?
What directive should members follow when dispatched to a mental health facility regarding a missing person?
What kind of information about the missing person should be included in the RMS report narrative?
What kind of information about the missing person should be included in the RMS report narrative?
Which factor is considered when assessing the behavior patterns of a missing person?
Which factor is considered when assessing the behavior patterns of a missing person?
In which situation might the physical condition of a missing person be relevant?
In which situation might the physical condition of a missing person be relevant?
What specific information regarding social media should be obtained in cases of a missing person?
What specific information regarding social media should be obtained in cases of a missing person?
Which of the following circumstances could indicate a heightened risk for a missing person?
Which of the following circumstances could indicate a heightened risk for a missing person?
What should be assessed to determine unusual behavior in a missing person?
What should be assessed to determine unusual behavior in a missing person?
Which of the following is essential when noting vehicle information related to a missing person?
Which of the following is essential when noting vehicle information related to a missing person?
What is significant about the time the individual has been missing?
What is significant about the time the individual has been missing?
What is the main purpose of the procedural instruction issued by the Kansas City Missouri Police Department?
What is the main purpose of the procedural instruction issued by the Kansas City Missouri Police Department?
Under what circumstances can a person be declared 'missing'?
Under what circumstances can a person be declared 'missing'?
What is the role of the Missing Persons/Cold Case Section (MPCC) in the procedures?
What is the role of the Missing Persons/Cold Case Section (MPCC) in the procedures?
Is there a minimum amount of time that must elapse before a missing person can be reported?
Is there a minimum amount of time that must elapse before a missing person can be reported?
What should a dispatcher do when a report of a missing person is received?
What should a dispatcher do when a report of a missing person is received?
Who falls under the category of 'missing/runaway juveniles' per the procedural instruction?
Who falls under the category of 'missing/runaway juveniles' per the procedural instruction?
Which procedural instruction does the current issue formally rescind?
Which procedural instruction does the current issue formally rescind?
Who may be sent to a missing person's call in addition to at least one officer?
Who may be sent to a missing person's call in addition to at least one officer?
Study Notes
Introduction
- Establishes procedures for investigating adult missing persons and missing/runaway juveniles.
- Involves communication with the Missing Persons/Cold Case Section (MPCC) for procedures related to these cases.
Procedures for Adult Missing Persons
- A person is declared "missing" when their whereabouts are unknown and deemed suspicious based on behavior patterns.
- No minimum time requirement exists for reporting someone as missing.
- Dispatch protocol includes sending at least one officer, along with a supervisor if available.
- Information collected includes:
- Time and place of last known location.
- Identity of anyone accompanying the missing person.
- Duration of disappearance.
- Vehicle and cell phone information.
Investigation Details
- RMS report should include:
- Details of search efforts (locations checked).
- Previous incidents of the person being missing.
- Recent involvement in disputes, trauma, or unusual behavior.
- Current physical condition and medication status.
- Obtaining a recent photo of the missing person for detectives is essential.
- Social media accounts should be checked for potential leads.
Missing/Runaway Juvenile Protocols
- Missing/runaway juvenile records maintained by MPCC; status offenses, not criminal.
- Law enforcement will not transport runaway juveniles to detention facilities but return them to guardians.
- Runaway juveniles from Kansas City may be returned to local metropolitan areas by field supervisors.
- Out-of-state missing/runaway juveniles will be detained following Interstate Compact procedures.
Kidnapping Reports
- Immediate officer dispatch is required for kidnapping reports.
- Parents/guardians should receive MPCC contact information for follow-up.
- MPCC maintains ongoing files for missing/runaway juveniles and conducts follow-ups.
Safe Return Protocols
- Upon return of a juvenile, officers ensure safety and inquire about their whereabouts.
- Complete supplemental reports on the juvenile's return and contact MPCC unless child abuse allegations arise.
- If abuse is suspected, Juvenile Section will be contacted for guidance.
Notification Duties
- Reporting members must contact relevant investigative personnel during specific hours to facilitate investigations.
- Immediate investigations or searches in exigent circumstances require contacting MPCC on-call personnel.
Care Trak Participation
- Members should assess if the missing person is enrolled in Care Trak, a tracking system for individuals who may wander.
- Notify this team's on-call member about the situation regardless of the time of day.
Responsibilities of MPCC and Violent Crimes Units
- Timely issue carryover of missing person listings and maintain records in NCIC, marked as “Missing/Endangered.”
- Voice broadcasts for missing individuals may be issued when applicable.
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This quiz covers the Kansas City Missouri Police Department's procedural instructions regarding adult missing persons and runaway juveniles. It includes references to previous procedural instructions and their amendments. Test your knowledge on the protocols and prioritization related to missing persons cases.
