Law Enforcement Incident Reporting

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What is the primary purpose of the Major Incident Notification policy?

To provide guidance on notification of major incidents to supervisors and personnel (correct)

To ensure that all incidents are reported to the media

To coordinate activities with other law enforcement agencies

To establish a protocol for media inquiries only

Which of the following situations would most likely require notification according to the policy?

A high-profile incident with significant media interest (correct)

A routine traffic stop

A domestic dispute with no arrests

A minor car accident with no injuries

What is the primary purpose of the list of incident types provided?

To serve as a guide for notification (correct)

To provide a comprehensive list of all possible incidents

To establish a new protocol for officer-involved shootings

To define the role of the Watch Commander

What type of incident would require notification according to the policy?

Armed Robbery Signup and view all the answers

Who is typically notified of major incidents according to the policy?

The affected Deputy Chief or Commander and the Chief of Police Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for making notifications according to the policy?

The Watch Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of notifying supervisors or personnel of major incidents?

To facilitate the coordination of activities and ensure proper addressing of media and public inquiries Signup and view all the answers

What should the Watch Commander do before making notifications?

Obtain as much information as possible about the incident Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum criteria for notification according to the policy?

Situations where the media show a strong interest Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a significant injury or death that requires notification?

Significant injury to an employee on duty Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for notifying the Chief of Police in the event of a major incident?

Deputy Chief or Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the first method of notification used when trying to reach an off-duty Deputy Chief or Commander?

Cell phone Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the notification of the Deputy Chief or Commander?

An incident that meets the Minimum Criteria for Notification Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for notifying other appropriate personnel?

Deputy Chief or Commander Signup and view all the answers

What method of notification is used to contact the Chief of Police when they are on duty?

Telephone, radio, or cell phone Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step if a cell phone notification is unsuccessful?

Notify by home telephone Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for notifying the Accident Reconstruction Team?

The Evidence Technician Sergeant Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to activate the Tactical Response Team?

The TRT Commander, the Chief of Police, or the Operations Division Deputy Chief Signup and view all the answers

In a tactical response situation, who will the on-duty Watch Commander notify?

The Chief of Police, the Operations Division Deputy Chief, or the TRT Commander Signup and view all the answers

Who determines whether a full or partial callout of the Tactical Response Team is needed?

The TRT Commander Signup and view all the answers