22 Questions
What is the primary purpose of designating an outside agency to investigate police involved incidents?
To provide an impartial investigation and ensure transparency
What type of incidents may be considered police involved incidents?
Any incident involving a member discharging their official duties, including those resulting in death or serious bodily injury
According to RSMo. 556.061, what is a serious bodily injury?
Physical injury that creates a substantial risk of death
Who designates the outside agency to investigate a police involved incident?
The Chief of Police or their designee
Who determines if an outside agency or the Team will be leading the investigation?
The Chief of Police or their designee
What happens when an outside agency is not available to the Department within a reasonable period of time?
The Chief of Police or their designee will direct the Team to conduct the investigation
What is an important consideration in the investigation of police involved incidents?
Preserving the crime scene and collecting evidence
What is the role of the Crime Scene Unit?
To respond to incidents investigated by an outside agency and process the crime scene under the direction of the outside agency
What is a relevant factor in determining whether an incident is considered complex and requires investigation by an outside agency?
The determination of the Chief of Police or designee
Who receives a copy of the completed investigation?
The IAU
Why is it important to ensure that the investigation of police involved incidents is impartial and transparent?
To maintain public trust and ensure accountability
What is the purpose of requesting an outside agency to investigate an incident involving the discharge of a firearm by a member?
To ensure transparency and public trust
What is a consideration in the reporting of police involved incidents?
Documenting all facts and circumstances surrounding the incident
Why is it important to ensure that the investigation of police involved incidents complies with constitutional rights?
To maintain public trust and ensure accountability
What is the role of the Team in an investigation led by an outside agency?
To act as a liaison at the direction of the outside agency
What incident would trigger the request for an outside agency to investigate?
Incidents resulting in the death or serious bodily injury of a citizen
What is the member's right if they request representation during an investigation?
The member's representative or attorney must be present before any questions are asked.
What is the purpose of the document mentioned in the content, entitled 'Police Involved Incident Response'?
To guide the internal incident review process.
What happens if a member chooses to provide a statement to the Team?
The member's statement will be taken into consideration for the internal incident review.
What is the role of the Board of Police Commissioners in relation to this policy?
They adopted the policy on November 15, 2022.
What is the purpose of the charging affidavit?
To file charges against the member.
Where can the policy be accessed by the public?
Public View Master Index – Internet.
Study Notes
Definitions
- Serious Bodily Injury: Physical injury that creates a substantial risk of death or causes serious disfigurement or protracted loss or impairment of the function of any part of the body (RSMo. 556.061)
Investigation Team
- D-Team: A group of Department investigators with investigative experience in particular investigations, determined by the Chief of Police or their designee
Guidelines for Investigation
- The Chief of Police or their designee determines if an outside agency or the D-Team will lead the investigation
- The D-Team responds to all incidents investigated by outside agencies and acts as a liaison at the direction of the outside agency
- Outside agencies investigate incidents involving the discharge of a firearm by a member resulting in the death or serious bodily injury of a citizen
- Outside agencies may also be called upon to investigate or assist on other criminal matters in circumstances where the Chief of Police or designee deem necessary for transparency and public trust
Crime Scene Unit
- Responds to incidents investigated by an outside agency when requested
- Processes the crime scene under the direction of the outside agency
Police Involved Incidents
- Defined as incidents involving a member discharging their official duties resulting in death or serious bodily injury, or complex incidents deemed appropriate for investigation
- May include incidents involving force, including the discharge of a firearm, resulting in death or serious bodily injury
Member Representation and Statements
- Members may choose to forgo representation and provide a statement
- If representation is requested, no questions will be asked until the member's representative or attorney is present
- Members may choose to provide a statement to the D-Team for the purpose of filing charges and/or maintaining a subject in custody
This quiz covers the definitions and guidelines for investigations in law enforcement, including serious bodily injury and investigation teams.
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