Special Victims Investigations
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Who is considered a caregiver according to the Standard Operating Procedure?

  • A neighbor who occasionally babysits the child
  • A relative of the child (correct)
  • A stranger who offers help to the child
  • A teacher at the child's school

What does the Standard Operating Procedure define as a hate crime?

  • Any act that results in the destruction of religious buildings
  • Any act that causes mental harm to an individual
  • Any expression of hostility towards a person or group based on specific characteristics (correct)
  • Any act of violence against a person or their property

What type of harm does the Standard Operating Procedure consider as child abuse?

  • Social injury or harm
  • Mental injury only
  • Physical, mental, or sexual injury or harm (correct)
  • Physical injury only

Under what circumstances can an act qualify as a hate crime according to the Standard Operating Procedure?

<p>If it is an expression of hostility towards someone based on race or national origin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Standard Operating Procedure define child abuse?

<p>Any willful or threatened act that results in physical, mental, or sexual injury or harm to the child (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring that all faxes received by Communications during a shift were properly delayed or handled by responding LEOs?

<p>The on-duty watch commander (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs do if children are at home at the time of a domestic or dating violence incident?

<p>Interview the children to determine if they witnessed the incident (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a supervisor or LEO experiences any issues with the Child Abuse Protocol?

<p>Bring the concerns to the Child Abuse Protocol specialist’s attention (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who shall generate a monthly report to check compliance with DCF reporting on caregiver and noncaregiver reports and forward it to the ISB commander?

<p>A detective assigned to the Persons Crimes Unit of the ISB (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When will LEOs complete and fax the Rapid Response Team Information Sheet?

<p>Within 24 hours of requesting response from the RRT (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What will DCF do if they do not respond within the designated timeframe to a call received by Communications?

<p>The watch commander shall contact DCF (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for attending the Child Abuse Specialist meeting and conducting training for new LEOs regarding the Child Abuse Protocol?

<p>The child abuse specialist (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a child abuse occurs in their jurisdiction?

<p>The LEO shall cease further investigation and notify his/her supervisor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of Department employees at all times?

<p>Work in conjunction with Florida State Statute 119.071(2) (h) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who will investigate all child abuse cases according to the procedures in this directive?

<p>The ISB (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a request to dispatch was not received for an incident involving child abuse?

<p>The watch commander will notify DCF of all incidents where a request to dispatch was not received. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the law enforcement agency that took the initial report if the crime occurred in a different jurisdiction?

<p>They must contact the appropriate jurisdiction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action will the Department take when violence, intimidation, threats, or other harassment infringes on citizens’ rights?

<p>Use every necessary resource to identify the perpetrators and arrest them (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sign of concern and commitment to the community on the part of the City government and the Department?

<p>Giving priority attention to the investigation of hate crimes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of all Department LEOs in the proper investigation of hate crime incidents?

<p>Proper investigation of hate crime incidents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs do if an incident requires an immediate follow up and resources are not available?

<p>Notify ISB supervisor for a detective to respond (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should shift supervisors do in child abuse cases received through citizens?

<p>Assure that the investigation is being actively pursued (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should ISB personnel do in racially, ethnically, religiously, physical disability or advanced age motivated crimes?

<p>Investigate all incidents of racially, ethnically, religiously, physical disability or advanced age motivated crimes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs immediately notify the Department of regarding child abuse cases involving caregivers and non-caregivers?

<p>Notify about known and suspected instances of child abuse involving caregivers and non-caregivers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should shift supervisors do regarding hate crimes?

<p>Respond immediately to hate crime scenes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should ISB personnel maintain in racially, ethnically, religiously, physical disability or advanced age targeted incidents?

<p>Maintain all reports of racially, ethnically, religiously, physical disability or advanced age targeted incidents (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of LEOs in investigating hate crimes?

<p>Not make a follow-up visit to assure victim(s) that police are doing everything possible (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the investigating LEO do if the missing juvenile's information needs to be entered into the FCIC/NCIC Computer?

<p>Complete the Teletype Entry Form and enter the information within two hours. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should the Amber Alert Plan be activated?

<p>There is a clear indication of abduction and the juvenile is in immediate danger of serious bodily harm or death. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if a preliminary investigation concludes that the child's life is in danger?

<p>Activate the Missing Child Alert. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if an endangered missing juvenile is not located?

<p>Notify the on-call ISB supervisor for continued investigation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should dental records, if available, be obtained for entry into the NCIC Dental File?

<p>After 30 days if the missing juvenile is not located. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should the investigating LEO take when the juvenile is located or returns?

<p>Meet with the juvenile and his/her parent/guardian for a debriefing. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should a public information officer release information about a missing juvenile through traditional media outlets and social media platforms?

<p>When appropriate, a preliminary investigation has concluded that the child’s life is in danger. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done by LEOs to communicate pertinent information about a missing juvenile to all on-duty employees?

<p>Send a BOLO via Teletype to appropriate areas and communicate via computer and radio system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken by LEOs if traditional media outlets and social media platforms are to be used to release information about a missing juvenile?

<p>Create a bulletin for dissemination to police personnel. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should detectives attempt to obtain a biological specimen for DNA analysis?

<p>When an endangered missing juvenile is not located. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken by LEOs if available dental records need to be obtained for entry into the NCIC Dental File?

<p>If an endangered missing juvenile is not located. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should detectives meet with the located or returned juvenile and his/her parent/guardian for a debriefing?

<p>When appropriate, a preliminary investigation has concluded that the child’s life is in danger. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended material for bagging each item of clothing at the crime scene?

<p>Brown paper (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what condition should collected Sexual Battery Examination Collection Kits (SBECKs) be stored?

<p>Within climate-controlled property and evidence storage areas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for conducting a monthly review of all SBECKs to ensure timely submission to the Biological Processing Lab?

<p>Persons Crimes supervisor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of submitting evidence for testing in sexual battery cases?

<p>To obtain DNA evidence associated with the sexual offense (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does jurisdiction for responding to a non-reporting sexual assault case become an issue?

<p>Jurisdiction is determined by the location of the emergency room (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if Property and Evidence Room employees are unavailable when submitting Sexual Battery Examination Collection Kits (SBECKs) as evidence?

<p>Secure the SBECK in an evidence locker or the refrigerator in the hallway (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure to handle a non-reporting sexual assault case where a Palm Beach County Victim Advocate is involved?

<p>The LEO will complete a civil matter (CVL) report, which will include the victim advocate’s name as the complainant. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a suspect is identified and apprehended in a sexual battery investigation?

<p>Attempt to secure a documented confession through a thorough interrogation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should collected SBECKs and other DNA evidence associated with a sexual offense be submitted to the Biological Processing Lab?

<p>Within 30 days after receipt of the evidence or a request to have it tested is made (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if there are no Property and Evidence Room employees available when submitting an SBECK as evidence?

<p>Secure in an evidence locker or refrigerator in the hallway leading to Temporary Detention and Processing Facility (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should conduct a background investigation on a suspect in a sexual battery case?

<p>The investigating LEO using FCIC/NCIC, criminal history files, in-house computer, and other established sources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a Missing Adult according to the text?

<p>A person 18 years of age or older whose temporary or permanent residence is in this state and is reported as missing to a law enforcement agency. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Non-caregiver' refer to?

<p>Anyone who does not fall into the category of caregiver. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the investigating LEO do before returning to service during a sexual battery investigation?

<p>Complete the initial field report containing all information obtained at the scene and provide the victim with a copy of the Florida Sexual Violence Rights and Remedies pamphlet. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should the detective notify a patrol supervisor during a sexual battery investigation?

<p>After determining whether a sexual battery occurred within their jurisdiction. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken once the detective determines that the victim should be given a SBECK (Sexual Battery Examination Collection Kit)?

<p>Contact Palm Beach County Victim Services to arrange for a sexual assault counselor and sexual assault nurse examiner (SANE) from SART to meet at the Butterfly House or the Boca Raton Regional Hospital. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who conducts the SBECK (Sexual Battery Examination Collection Kit) during a sexual battery investigation?

<p>The physician and/or nurse present during the examination. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if there is no crime scene technician at the Butterfly House and/or hospital during a sexual battery investigation?

<p>The detective should bring the SBECK and examination form back to the Department and submit them into evidence. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should a juvenile be considered as part of a Parental Abduction?

<p>When they are missing and not emancipated and in the company of a non-custodial parent. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the sexual assault counselor during a sexual battery investigation?

<p>To assist and support the sexual assault victim. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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