Law Enforcement Citation Procedures Quiz
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What should the officer do with the original and first copy of the citation?

  • Submit them to the court (correct)
  • Give them to the violator
  • Turn them in with the supervisor's report
  • Keep them for personal records

Which copy of the citation does the officer retain if a physical arrest occurs?

  • The audit copy (correct)
  • The third copy
  • The pink copy
  • The original copy

What is the correct designation for a citation issued for an animal ordinance violation?

  • Animal (correct)
  • Traffic
  • Criminal
  • Parking

How many maximum violations can be listed on a single citation?

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What should be done with the citations at the end of the officer’s shift?

<p>Turn in all citations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option is NOT a type of citation that can be selected from the drop-down menu?

<p>License (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'JF' designation mean when selecting the grant option for citations?

<p>Join Forces (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should officers ensure about the court date when issuing a citation?

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What is the primary responsibility of the flight crew during a pursuit?

<p>Assume a surveillance mode and track the vehicle and suspects. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which duty is NOT assigned to communications personnel during a pursuit?

<p>Execute the execution of the pursuit strategy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen when a pursuit is in progress?

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Which of the following is an action communications personnel should take?

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Who should be notified when a pursuit results in property damage, injury, or death?

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What is a key responsibility of the flight crew once the ground units are no longer involved in the pursuit?

<p>To continue observation of the suspect vehicle. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is communications personnel expected to take upon starting a pursuit?

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Which of the following tasks involves coordinating with neighboring jurisdictions during a pursuit?

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Under what condition can the use of the van be suspended during a shift?

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What must officers do with the keys to the van at the end of their shift?

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What is required for juvenile offenders when appearing in court?

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What is required to utilize the prisoner transport van on an overtime basis?

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What is the maximum number of violations that can be included on a citation for misdemeanor offenses?

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What must officers do before placing the van into service?

<p>Obtain the keys from a supervisor. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which electronic tool is used to issue citations for juvenile offenders?

<p>Brazos electronic citation writer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What form must be issued to Ride Along Program applicants?

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What should the violator be instructed to do with the citation?

<p>Pay or contest it on the assigned court date. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a valid form of identification for the Ride Along Program application?

<p>A valid driver’s license. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What phrase should be signed if the defendant is unable to sign due to injury?

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What must be done with citations and reports generated during a shift?

<p>They must be submitted at the Area Command where the incident occurred. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should the violation code number be recorded on the citation?

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What must officers do when signing on to access criminal history records?

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What should be done with the pink copy of an absentee parking citation?

<p>It should be placed under the vehicle's windshield wiper. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be included when issuing a citation for DUI?

<p>Detailed description as driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of implementing slack pursuit?

<p>To encourage the suspect to slow down (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can roadblocks be established during a pursuit?

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Under what conditions is the use of firearms justified against a moving vehicle?

<p>When the vehicle is threatening with deadly force (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen if a primary or backup unit sustains moderate or substantial damage during a pursuit?

<p>They must notify Communications to assign another unit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for controlling pursuit tactics in the initiating unit?

<p>The primary unit until relieved by a supervisor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered before using tactics like ramming or roadblocks?

<p>The imminent danger posed by the pursued vehicle (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason to avoid the use of roadblocks?

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What must the violator do upon receiving the letter regarding a change in their charges?

<p>Sign the Department's copy of the letter. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must officers do to ensure safety when establishing a roadblock?

<p>Allow reasonable stopping distance for the suspect vehicle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an officer do if they observe driving actions that suggest a need for re-evaluation?

<p>Request a re-examination using NHP form DL 81-23. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors may indicate actual physical control of a vehicle?

<p>The subject is asleep in the driver's seat. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase is NOT part of the DUI contact process?

<p>Post-arrest procedures. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following conditions may warrant a request for a driver re-examination?

<p>Incompetence related to driving. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one potential consideration when determining whether someone is in actual physical control of a vehicle?

<p>Whether the engine is running at the time of discovery. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Operations Office do after preparing a letter to advise a violator of a change?

<p>Mail the letter only if the violator resides outside the city. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary reason for conducting a pre-arrest screening during a DUI investigation?

<p>To observe face-to-face evidence of impairment. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Who approves reports and paperwork?

The supervisor of the area where an incident occurred approves all reports and related paperwork.

How are complaints and use of force events handled?

Complaints and use of force events are handled similarly, including investigation and entry into the EIS/IAPro.

When can the van be taken out of service?

The van can be taken out of service at any time during a shift based on the supervisor's decision.

Where is the van stored and how do officers get the keys?

The van is stored at the NWAC, and officers obtain keys from a supervisor.

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How is the van checked out for use?

The van is checked out in the same way as other department vehicles.

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What is the van's call sign?

The van's call sign for transport is "Tom 1".

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What happens at the end of a shift with the van?

At the end of the shift, the van returns to the NWAC, keys are given to a supervisor, and the van is refueled and checked like other department vehicles.

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What is required for overtime use of the van?

Overtime use of the van requires prior supervisor approval for special assignments.

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Slack Pursuit

A pursuit tactic where officers intentionally let the suspect's vehicle gain distance. This encourages the suspect to slow down, reducing risk to everyone involved.

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Roadblocks and Ramming

Last resort tactics used during pursuits. They should only be employed when deadly force is justified.

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Risk Assessment in Pursuit Tactics

A pursuing officer must consider if the risk of harm to others outweighs the risk of forcing a stop of the fleeing vehicle.

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Roadblock Safety and Authority

Roadblocks can only be established with a supervisor's approval. Officers must ensure safety protocols are followed.

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Reasonable Stopping Distance for Roadblocks

Officers must allow the suspect vehicle adequate distance to stop safely when using roadblocks.

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Roadblock Safety for Non-Involved Parties

Officers involved in a roadblock must prioritize the safety of pedestrians and other motorists.

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Firearm Use in Vehicle Pursuits

Firearms may only be used against a moving vehicle when the suspect poses a direct threat with deadly force, other than the vehicle, or intentionally tries to hit an officer/person.

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Damaged Vehicles in Pursuit

Pursuit vehicles sustaining significant damage must withdraw from the pursuit and notify dispatch for replacement.

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Flight crew surveillance role

Flight crew keeps suspect(s) and vehicle under observation until the pursuit is stopped.

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Flight crew information relay

Flight crew provides information to ground officers such as traffic, road conditions, hazards, and vehicle location.

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Flight crew assistance in lost chase scenarios

Flight crew broadcasts information to assist ground units if the suspect vehicle is lost or the suspect flees on foot.

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Flight crew communication with supervisor

Flight crew informs the supervisor in charge of the pursuit about the number of law enforcement units involved.

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Communications personnel role in receiving information

Communications personnel receive and record all details about the pursuit and the pursued vehicle.

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Communications personnel notifying supervisors

Communications personnel inform the field supervisor and a designated supervisor about key details regarding the pursuit.

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Communications personnel controlling radio channels

Communications personnel control all radio communication, initiate a "Code Red", and ensure all channels receive the "Code Red" and pursuit information.

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Communications personnel additional responsibilities

Communications personnel perform vehicle and driver information checks and coordinate backup assistance under the supervisor's direction.

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Juvenile Court Appearance

Juvenile offenders must be accompanied by a parent or guardian when appearing in any court, including Juvenile, Municipal, or Justice.

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Juvenile Booking Citation

When a juvenile is taken into custody (booked) by CCJJS, a formal arrest citation is not issued, regardless of the offense.

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Juvenile Citation Process

Citations issued to juvenile offenders are created electronically using Brazos or written manually and sent to the Family Division of District Court.

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Misdemeanor Citation Limit

Misdemeanor citations, whether the offender is released or booked, can include a maximum of two violations.

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Citation Offender Options

When issuing a citation for a misdemeanor offense, inform the offender of the options: paying the citation or appearing in court to contest it.

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Specific Violation Codes

Include the specific violation code with its subsection, for example, NRS 484B.600.C for Speed Greater Than Posted Limit.

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Speeding Citation Details

On speeding citations, show the approximate speed and the lawful speed limit of the zone.

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Citation Information Consistency

Document only pertinent facts and limit additional information to ensure consistency between the violator's copy and the court copy.

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How are citations disseminated?

The original copy goes to the court, the pink copy goes to the violator, one copy goes to the Police Department file, and a fourth copy is kept by the officer.

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Who gets what copies if an arrest is made?

If a physical arrest is made, the officer keeps the audit copy. The original and first three copies (including the violator copy) are turned in with the officer's report. If the violator is released, the violator is given the pink copy. The officer keeps the audit copy and all other copies are turned in to their supervisor until the Operations Office notifies them that an audit is complete.

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What are the citation types?

"Animal" for animal ordinance violations, "Arrest" for booking a misdemeanor, "Criminal" for a criminal offense, DUI, or Vehicular Manslaughter, "Parking" for a parking violation without the violator present, or "Traffic" for a traffic offense without DUI or Vehicular Manslaughter.

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What are the grant options for citations?

If the citation is for a grant-funded event, select "JF" for Joining Forces or "Pedestrian" for pedestrian safety events.

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How are court dates handled?

Court dates are assigned by the system but can be manually changed. Make sure the date is a valid court date.

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How many violations can be on a citation?

A citation can have a maximum of six violations, regardless of whether the violator is released or booked.

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What is important when completing a citation?

Fill in all the spaces on the citation completely and accurately.

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When must citations be turned in?

Every officer must turn in all citations at the end of their shift.

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Actual physical control

A person found inside a vehicle, but not seen driving it, may still be considered to be in "actual physical control" of the vehicle.

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Personal contact

This phase involves approaching, observing, and interviewing the driver to look for signs of impairment.

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Pre-arrest screening

This involves administering standardized field sobriety tests to assess the driver's impairment level.

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NRS 484C.110

The Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 484C.110 prohibits an intoxicated person from driving or having control of a vehicle.

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Re-examination request

This refers to a situation where a driver's abilities are deemed unsafe for driving, requiring further evaluation by the DMV.

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When to request a re-examination?

If a driver's actions raise concerns, the officer can make a request for the DMV to re-evaluate the driver's license.

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Citation correction process

This refers to the process of correcting errors in citations, typically involving the issuance of a new citation to the driver with corrected information.

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Confirmation of citation correction

The violator must sign the Department's copy of the letter indicating knowledge of the corrected information. The signed copy is then returned to the Operations Office.

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Study Notes

Patrol Car Emergency Equipment

  • Patrol cars carry a blanket, fire extinguisher, flares (at least one box), and a reflective vest.

Motorcycle and Grave Shift Accident Investigation Equipment

  • Motorcycles and grave shift patrol supervisor cars carry roll-a-tape, clipboards, accident report forms and a camera.

Traffic Officer Responsibilities

  • Each officer is responsible for carrying and maintaining the correct amounts of required accident investigation equipment in proper condition.

Shotgun Procedures

  • Each officer is assigned a department shotgun stored in a designated location in the patrol car. Officers should check out and unload the shotgun at the start of their shift, and report any loaded shotguns. The shotgun should be checked for damage or defects, and a replacement issued if needed. Ammunition can be carried in a speed-feed stock or another carrier.

Special Purpose Vehicles

  • An armored rescue vehicle is available for SWAT, equipped with emergency lights, sirens, and police markings. Operators need a valid Nevada Class C driver's license.
  • A surveillance van is equipped with surveillance equipment (video cameras and recorders).
  • Two raid vans are for special operations and narcotics. They can be operated by personnel with a valid Nevada Class C driver's license.
  • Police motorcycles are assigned to the Traffic Bureau. Officers must have a valid Nevada motorcycle operator's license and complete the required basic certification course.

Police Bicycles

  • Assigned to the Operations Command, police bicycles are utilized for patrols in areas where patrol vehicles cannot maneuver, often as part of specialized community policing programs. Officers assigned to bicycle patrol have to complete 40 hours of training. Minor maintenance, such as lubricating the chain or changing a flat tire, is performed by the officer. Major maintenance is handled by a contracted mechanic.

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Test your knowledge on the procedures surrounding law enforcement citations. This quiz covers various aspects including citation types, officer responsibilities, and communication duties during pursuits. Perfect for law enforcement officers and trainees alike.

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