Military Deserters and Arrest Procedures

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Under what circumstances can a member detain a service member?

If the service member is found in a public place.

If the service member has committed a crime.

If there is information from a reliable source. (correct)

If a military officer requests the detention.

What is the correct procedure regarding AWOL subjects?

AWOL subjects can be booked at a Department detention facility.

AWOL subjects should be arrested immediately.

Information on AWOL subjects must be documented for court.

AWOL subjects will be forwarded to the military branch without arrest. (correct)

What should a member do when an AWOL service member requests information about surrendering?

They should inform them not to contact military authorities.

They should instruct them to drive to the nearest military base or recruitment office. (correct)

They should advise them to meet at the nearest police station.

They should provide transportation to a military facility.

Which statement is true regarding the identification of an AWOL subject when military authorities take custody?

A notation must be made on the Daily Activity Sheet identifying the subject. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the military branch contact information in the context of this procedure?

To enable verification of wanted status for subjects. Signup and view all the answers

When a member verifies wanted status, what is not required?

Receiving confirmation from a reliable source. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to an AWOL service member once military authorities take custody?

They will not be booked at a Department facility. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for an AWOL service member in need of surrender instructions?

They are advised to visit designated military locations themselves. Signup and view all the answers

Which military branch's contact information is located at Whiteman Air Force Base?

United States Air Force Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary contact number for the United States Army Deserter Information Point?

(502) 626-3711 Signup and view all the answers

Which location corresponds to the United States Coast Guard's contact details?

Washington, D.C. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following addresses belongs to the United States Navy?

2834 Greenbay Road, North Chicago, IL Signup and view all the answers

Which military branch has its contact number listed as (800) 323-7233?

United States Coast Guard Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the United States Army Military Police Command regarding deserters?

To assist in verifying the deserter status for service members. Signup and view all the answers

What action should a member take if contacted about a service member classified as a deserter who is outside their jurisdiction?

Direct the person to call local police service. Signup and view all the answers

Which authority is responsible for verifying the deserter status of persons arrested on military desertion charges?

The Detention Officer. Signup and view all the answers

What is required to be done for persons booked with a desertion charge?

They shall be photographed and fingerprinted. Signup and view all the answers

In situations where contact with a deserter's service branch is not possible, what will the Military Police Command do?

Assist in transferring the person into military control if personnel are available. Signup and view all the answers

When will the subject arrested for desertion be transferred to the detention facility?

After all non-military charges have been disposed of. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Detention Officer?

Contacting local policing authorities. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done as soon as practical after a subject is arrested on a military desertion charge?

All non-military charges need to be resolved. Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinction between a service member classified as AWOL and one classified as a deserter?

AWOL members are absent without authority, while deserters aim to remain absent permanently. Signup and view all the answers

According to the procedural instruction, what actions should law enforcement take regarding military deserters?

Deserters are considered felony offenders and should be handled according to specific procedures. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a service member as being AWOL?

Failing to appear at an appointed time and place without authority qualifies a member as AWOL. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately reflects the treatment of military personnel listed as AWOL?

AWOL status does not lead to arrest under military regulations. Signup and view all the answers

What legal framework governs the arrest of military deserters according to the procedural instruction?

The Uniform Code of Military Justice provides specific articles related to military deserters. Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a military service member to be classified as a deserter?

There must be a verified intent to remain absent from duty permanently. Signup and view all the answers

What is the applicable effective date of the procedural instruction regarding military deserters issued by the Kansas City Missouri Police Department?

02-28-2019 Signup and view all the answers

Which reference section outlines the legal foundation for the procedures regarding military deserters?

Title 10, USC, Uniform Code of Military Justice Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step a member should take when they discover a person is AWOL?

Call the applicable military branch on the contact list Signup and view all the answers

Which statement correctly describes the process of verifying a deserter's wanted status?

Contacting the appropriate military branch is necessary Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a deserter has a non-military charge or warrant?

Transported to the appropriate detention facility for booking Signup and view all the answers

What is required on an Incident Report for arrests of military deserters?

Information about the basis for arrest including details and verification Signup and view all the answers

In the Arrest Procedures, what must be selected for the Nature of Call in the Incident Report?

Military Deserter Signup and view all the answers

If military authorities are not present and the deserter has no non-military charges, what is the protocol?

Transport the deserter to the appropriate detention facility to await military pickup Signup and view all the answers

Which piece of information is NOT required in the Incident Report for military deserters?

The exact location of the incident Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the role of NCIC in the arrest process for deserters?

NCIC reveals if a person is wanted for desertion Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Arrest Procedures for Military Deserters and AWOL Personnel

Policies guide actions regarding individuals listed as military deserters or absent without leave (AWOL) in NCIC.
AWOL is defined as unauthorized absence without intent to remain away permanently; these individuals are not to be arrested.
Deserters are defined as those who leave with intent to stay away permanently; they may be charged as felons.

Detaining Military Personnel

Members may detain a suspected deserter pending NCIC verification using reliable information.
Verification involves contacting the appropriate military branch, listed in a contact appendix.

Handling AWOL Subjects

AWOL personnel will not be arrested; information forwarded directly to military authorities.
Police can accompany military personnel to take custody of the AWOL member without booking them in a detention facility.
Members must document any contact or custodial information in their Daily Activity Sheet.

Reporting AWOL Surrender

AWOL members seeking to surrender should be directed to Fort Leavenworth or Whiteman AFB, using personal transport.
Recruitment offices can also serve as surrender points for AWOL service members.

Procedures for Deserters

Police have the authority to arrest known deserters upon verification from NCIC and prior military branch communication.
Deserters with additional non-military charges are taken to a detention facility for booking.
If military pickup isn't possible, deserters may be held at a detention facility until authorities arrive.

Incident Reporting

Officers must complete an Incident Report for each desertion arrest, including specific details like the basis for arrest, rank, social security number, unit information, desertion date, and verification contact.

Verification and Contacts

If no contact with the assigned military branch can be made, the U.S. Army Military Police Command can assist in verification and transfer.
Officers must provide information and direct requests regarding deserters to local police or military contacts when outside jurisdiction.

Detention Officer Responsibilities

Detention Officers verify the status of individuals charged with military desertion, ensuring all non-military charges are resolved before transfer.
Persons arrested for desertion are required to be photographed and fingerprinted as part of the procedure.

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This quiz covers the procedural instructions for the arrests of military deserters as outlined by the Kansas City Missouri Police Department. It references the Uniform Code of Military Justice and provides insights into legal frameworks regarding military personnel. Test your knowledge on these specific legal procedures and their implications.