Mastering the Art of Handling Investigations and Canceling Complaints

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What is the definition of a complaint?

Any allegation of criminal misconduct

Any allegation of employee misconduct

Any allegation of misconduct (correct)

Any allegation of retaliation

Based on the text, what is the standard of proof used for investigations?

A preponderance of the evidence (correct)

Probable cause

Beyond a reasonable doubt

Clear and convincing evidence

When will internal complaints be investigated if made more than 60 days after the alleged incident?

They will be investigated regardless

They will be investigated if approved by the Chief of Police (correct)

They will not be investigated at all

They will be investigated if they involve observed misconduct of a criminal nature

What type of complaints will result in corrective action?

All citizen complaints Signup and view all the answers

When should a supervisor be assigned to try to resolve a complaint or concern?

When the complaint does not want to be referred Signup and view all the answers

What should the involved officer do if the charges will not be filed by the Division and they intend to proceed independently through the Prosecutor's Office?

Notify the Legal Advisor's Office of the decision Signup and view all the answers

What should personnel do if they wish to appeal a complaint disposition?

Forward a letter of appeal to the chief through the employee's sergeant Signup and view all the answers

What should the chief do if there is probable cause to believe the offense of knowingly filing a false complaint has occurred?

Consult with the Legal Advisor and determine if charges should be filed Signup and view all the answers

When should the investigating supervisor notify the Chief of Police?

When the investigation will not be completed within the established timelines Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what should the investigating supervisor do if the complainant refuses to cooperate?

Move forward with the investigation with the available information Signup and view all the answers

What should the investigating supervisor do if the investigation could not be completed due to a lack of specific and necessary information?

Withdraw the complaint Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, when should the investigating supervisor provide any required documentation, basic known facts, and allegations to the involved employee(s)?

Prior to the formal interview Signup and view all the answers

Which department is responsible for maintaining all completed complaint and other internal investigations in a confidential and secure area?

Internal Affairs Sergeant Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step that the Chief of Police needs to take after reviewing the investigative package?

Forward the completed investigative package to the Internal Affairs sergeant filing Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the 'Exonerated' finding?

The evidence indicates the alleged conduct did occur but the actions taken by the employee(s) were lawful and no misconduct was substantiated Signup and view all the answers

What should the investigator do if they determine that there is probable cause that the complainant knowingly made a false complaint of misconduct against an officer?

Include the basis for that probable cause within the body of the complaint investigation Signup and view all the answers

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