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What is the purpose of a Pre-Disciplinary Determination Hearing (Hearing to Show Cause) for a suspension of (43) hours or less?
What is the purpose of a Pre-Disciplinary Determination Hearing (Hearing to Show Cause) for a suspension of (43) hours or less?
Who may hear the only Pre-Disciplinary Determination Hearing (Hearing to Show Cause) recommendation for termination in the Sheriff's absence?
Who may hear the only Pre-Disciplinary Determination Hearing (Hearing to Show Cause) recommendation for termination in the Sheriff's absence?
In what situations should an affected employee abide by the provisions of the Career Service Appeals Board?
In what situations should an affected employee abide by the provisions of the Career Service Appeals Board?
Who appoints a Career Service Appeals Board (CSAB) for hearing appeals arising from personnel actions?
Who appoints a Career Service Appeals Board (CSAB) for hearing appeals arising from personnel actions?
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What are the possible sources of actions that may result in appeals heard by the Career Service Appeals Board?
What are the possible sources of actions that may result in appeals heard by the Career Service Appeals Board?
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When is a waiver attestation most likely to be signed by an affected employee?
When is a waiver attestation most likely to be signed by an affected employee?
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What is the minimum manufacturer's rated capacity required for a Class B wrecker used for removal of one- and two-ton trucks?
What is the minimum manufacturer's rated capacity required for a Class B wrecker used for removal of one- and two-ton trucks?
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What type of winch is NOT approved for use on any class of tow trucks?
What type of winch is NOT approved for use on any class of tow trucks?
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Which type of trucks does a Class C wrecker primarily cater to for removal?
Which type of trucks does a Class C wrecker primarily cater to for removal?
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What is a mandatory equipment feature for all tow trucks according to the text?
What is a mandatory equipment feature for all tow trucks according to the text?
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What is the minimum length requirement for safety tie-down chains needed for towing services that wish to remove cars and light trucks?
What is the minimum length requirement for safety tie-down chains needed for towing services that wish to remove cars and light trucks?
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What type of winch must be mounted on the chassis of a Class C wrecker used for removing semi-trucks, house trailers, and buses?
What type of winch must be mounted on the chassis of a Class C wrecker used for removing semi-trucks, house trailers, and buses?
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What is the primary feature that distinguishes Class B wreckers from other classes in terms of equipment?
What is the primary feature that distinguishes Class B wreckers from other classes in terms of equipment?
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What is the equipment requirement that all tow trucks must meet according to the provided information?
What is the equipment requirement that all tow trucks must meet according to the provided information?
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What is the key feature that makes a vehicle qualify as a Class A wrecker?
What is the key feature that makes a vehicle qualify as a Class A wrecker?
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Which type of trucks qualify for removal using roll back or slide back carriers as highlighted in the text?
Which type of trucks qualify for removal using roll back or slide back carriers as highlighted in the text?
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What type of samples are the most useful for collecting DNA from close or maternal relatives?
What type of samples are the most useful for collecting DNA from close or maternal relatives?
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When is a Phone Report allowed in cases reported to MCSO?
When is a Phone Report allowed in cases reported to MCSO?
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Which department responds to cases involving missing/endangered adults?
Which department responds to cases involving missing/endangered adults?
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What criteria are considered for initiating a Media Alert?
What criteria are considered for initiating a Media Alert?
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In what scenarios will CID/CPID be notified and respond to missing persons cases?
In what scenarios will CID/CPID be notified and respond to missing persons cases?
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What circumstances require a detective to contact the Press Information Officer (PIO) for a Media Alert?
What circumstances require a detective to contact the Press Information Officer (PIO) for a Media Alert?
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What is the responsibility of CPID when a child is reported missing?
What is the responsibility of CPID when a child is reported missing?
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When should the investigating law enforcement agency request written consent to contact the missing person's dentist?
When should the investigating law enforcement agency request written consent to contact the missing person's dentist?
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What does the law enforcement agency do if a child is returned late from visitation?
What does the law enforcement agency do if a child is returned late from visitation?
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What is the MEPIC responsible for?
What is the MEPIC responsible for?
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When can Florida's AMBER Plan be activated according to the text?
When can Florida's AMBER Plan be activated according to the text?
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What action should be taken if a ransom has been demanded in a verified criminal abduction?
What action should be taken if a ransom has been demanded in a verified criminal abduction?
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What is required by State law if a reported missing person has not been located within 30 days?
What is required by State law if a reported missing person has not been located within 30 days?
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When is it appropriate to treat a parental abduction as a criminal abduction?
When is it appropriate to treat a parental abduction as a criminal abduction?
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When can a transfer with a reduction in pay be considered as an action appealed?
When can a transfer with a reduction in pay be considered as an action appealed?
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What is the significance of a temporary or permanent injunction violation according to the text?
What is the significance of a temporary or permanent injunction violation according to the text?
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What is the authority granted to law enforcement officers regarding firearms usage under FSS 790 as mentioned in the text?
What is the authority granted to law enforcement officers regarding firearms usage under FSS 790 as mentioned in the text?
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When can a vehicle be searched without a warrant?
When can a vehicle be searched without a warrant?
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What does the Garner v. Tennessee case mentioned in the text prohibit?
What does the Garner v. Tennessee case mentioned in the text prohibit?
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In what situation can civilians enter a facility according to the text?
In what situation can civilians enter a facility according to the text?
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What is required for nonessential keys that are not evidence according to the text?
What is required for nonessential keys that are not evidence according to the text?
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When is authorization to suspend General Orders granted by the Sheriff as per the text?
When is authorization to suspend General Orders granted by the Sheriff as per the text?
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In what circumstances can civilians enter the facility where impounded property is kept according to the text?
In what circumstances can civilians enter the facility where impounded property is kept according to the text?
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What action should be taken if a vehicle impounded does not present a traffic hazard and is not stolen or abandoned following a pursuit?
What action should be taken if a vehicle impounded does not present a traffic hazard and is not stolen or abandoned following a pursuit?
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What is the purpose of the Amber Plan?
What is the purpose of the Amber Plan?
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When should immediate and full attention be given to missing person cases according to the text?
When should immediate and full attention be given to missing person cases according to the text?
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What is required for a legitimate complainant to report a missing child over the age of 13 over the phone?
What is required for a legitimate complainant to report a missing child over the age of 13 over the phone?
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When should cases involving prepubescent children be treated as predatory abductions?
When should cases involving prepubescent children be treated as predatory abductions?
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What is the purpose of the Silver Alert program?
What is the purpose of the Silver Alert program?
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What should deputies do when conducting a missing persons investigation in which foul play is suspected or known?
What should deputies do when conducting a missing persons investigation in which foul play is suspected or known?
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What should be verified by agency employees investigating a missing person incident?
What should be verified by agency employees investigating a missing person incident?
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What conditions warrant taking a report for a missing adult over the phone?
What conditions warrant taking a report for a missing adult over the phone?
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What action should be taken when a missing person case involves an imminent peril situation?
What action should be taken when a missing person case involves an imminent peril situation?
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What is required when treating a case as a predatory abduction involving prepubescent children?
What is required when treating a case as a predatory abduction involving prepubescent children?
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When should the Silver Alert System be activated?
When should the Silver Alert System be activated?
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Who has the authority to activate Levi’s Call in Florida?
Who has the authority to activate Levi’s Call in Florida?
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What is required for FDLE Fort Myers Region CART SAC to approve a request for assistance?
What is required for FDLE Fort Myers Region CART SAC to approve a request for assistance?
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When should activation of the Florida Silver Alert Plan be initiated?
When should activation of the Florida Silver Alert Plan be initiated?
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Who has the authority to activate the Silver Alert in Florida?
Who has the authority to activate the Silver Alert in Florida?
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When should FDLE Fort Myers Region CART SAC approve or disapprove a request for assistance?
When should FDLE Fort Myers Region CART SAC approve or disapprove a request for assistance?
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What should law enforcement conclude before activating the Silver Alert?
What should law enforcement conclude before activating the Silver Alert?
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Study Notes
Pre-Disciplinary Determination Hearing
- If disciplinary action is deemed necessary after an investigation, the affected employee may accept the discipline and sign a waiver or appear at a Pre-Disciplinary Determination Hearing.
- Recommendations for termination will be heard in person by the Sheriff.
- If the Sheriff is absent, the Chief Deputy or another representative may be appointed.
Career Service Appeal Board Suspension
- If the maximum punishment is greater than suspension without pay in excess of 43 hours or payment of property damage, the affected employee shall abide by the provisions of the Career Service Appeals Board.
- The Board will hear appeals of permanent status employees arising from personnel actions.
- The decision of the CSAB is final and binding on the employee and the Sheriff.
Domestic Violence
- Matters shall be referred to Professional Standards for review.
- Temporary injunctions will be reviewed by Internal Affairs to determine if the employee needs to turn in their firearms and ammunition.
- Sustained violations of a temporary or permanent injunction are grounds for termination.
Force and Firearms Authority
- FSS 790 exempts law enforcement officers from licensing requirements and permits carrying concealed firearms while off-duty, subject to agency limitations.
- FSS 776 defines the use of force in defense of person and property and law enforcement use of force in making an arrest.
- The Sheriff or designee may authorize the suspension of General Orders, policies, rules, and procedures when necessary for the betterment of the agency.
Towing and Storage
- The Carroll Doctrine allows for the impoundment of a vehicle if probable cause exists to believe it contains contraband or fruits of a crime.
- Warrantless impound/inventory of a vehicle may obstruct criminal prosecution if the vehicle is not stolen, abandoned following pursuit, or does not present a traffic hazard.
- Vehicles and property shall be searched upon receipt of a search warrant.
Vehicle Requirements for Towing
- Class A wreckers must have a manufacturer's rated capacity of at least 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight and meet other specific requirements.
- Class B wreckers must have a manufacturer's rated capacity of at least 25,000 pounds gross vehicle weight and meet other specific requirements.
- Class C wreckers must have a manufacturer's rated capacity of at least 25,000 pounds gross vehicle weight and meet other specific requirements.
Missing Persons
- Any law enforcement agency may accept a report when agency jurisdiction cannot be determined.
- The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children states that the majority of children abducted by a stranger are killed within three hours.
- Certain vulnerable groups, such as children, the elderly, and the mentally or physically challenged, are considered in danger any time they are missing.
Amber Plan and Silver Alert
- The Amber Plan is a program designed to broadcast critical information of a missing/abducted child believed to be in danger.
- The Silver Alert is a statewide plan to aid local law enforcement in the rescue or recovery of a missing elderly person who suffers from irreversible deterioration of intellectual faculties.### Levi's Call Activation
- A detailed description of the child, abductor, and/or vehicle information is required to broadcast to the public.
- The activation must be recommended by the law enforcement agency or jurisdiction.
- The goal is to activate the broadcast within 30 minutes of receipt of the information.
- Activation can only be done through FDLE's Missing Endangered Person Information Clearinghouse.
Child Abduction Response Team (CART)
- CART is a special investigation function of the FDLE.
- It investigates the abduction or endangerment of children in the Southwest Florida area.
- To initiate a request for assistance, the Sheriff/Chief Deputy must contact FDLE Fort Myers Region CART SAC.
Silver Alert
- The Silver Alert System should be activated as soon as possible after it is determined that all of the criteria have been met.
- The missing person must be 60 years of age or older and have a diagnosed cognitive impairment, such as dementia.
- Alternatively, the missing person can be between 18 to 59 years old with irreversible deterioration of intellectual faculties.
- Authorization to activate the Florida Silver Alert Plan must be obtained from the PATROL SHIFT LIEUTENANT OR CID.
Initial Searches
- The initial search area should be the immediate area (house, yard, neighborhood) near the last known location of the missing person.
- The search should be methodical, systematic, and thorough.
- The search area should be expanded to a five to ten square block area if the victim is not found near the location where last seen.
Requesting Additional Resources
- If the missing person is not located during the initial search, the Captain/Designee shall decide whether to summon additional ground and aerial resources.
- Assistance can be requested from groups and agencies.
FCIC/NCIC
- FSS requires entry into FCIC/NCIC within 2 hours after receipt of the report.
- Only the originating agency can make the FCIC/NCIC entry.
Investigative Follow Up
- The Investigative Bureau is responsible for following up on reports of missing persons.
- State statute requires a monthly review of each case and a determination of whether the case should be maintained in the FCIC/NCIC database.
DNA Collection
- DNA can be collected for three different categories associated with Missing Persons' Cases: Direct Reference Samples (DRS), Family Reference Samples (FRS), and Unidentified Human Remains Samples (UHR).
ON-VIEW Verification
- Verification of a person's return and well-being is required in all cases reported to MCSO when the missing person is:
- A juvenile under 13 years of age
- A juvenile 13-17 years of age and is a first-time runaway
- A vulnerable adult (elderly with Alzheimer's, disabled, etc.)
- Of any age, and was missing involuntarily and/or under circumstances of suspected or known foul play
Media Alert Criteria
- The age of the child (higher priority given if under 13 years of age)
- The mental maturity of the child (mentally disabled at higher risk)
- The medical condition of the child (needs injection/medication)
- If the child has no prior history of running away
- If the parent/guardian believes the child to be in danger, even if the child is with a biological parent, or has gone with someone willingly
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Test your knowledge on the criteria required for activating Levi’s Call, including detailed descriptions of the child, abductor, and/or vehicle information needed. Understand the importance of recommending activation by law enforcement agencies and the time frame for broadcasting the alert.