16 Questions
Who may an interview involve according to the procedure?
Victims, witnesses, or suspects
What is prohibited during interviews according to the procedure?
Physical abuse and coercion
How should interviews of juveniles be conducted?
In accordance with applicable directives and juvenile rights
When should LEOs contact outside agencies before an interview?
For interviews involving sensitive cases like sexual assault or child abuse
What is the maximum number of LEOs typically present during interviews and polygraphs?
Two LEOs
Who is responsible for ensuring the safety, humane treatment, and security of interviewees?
The interview room staff
What does SOP No. 42.04 specify regarding access to water, restrooms, and other necessities for interviewees?
Interviewees are provided access to water, restrooms, and other necessities
Under what circumstances may a detainee be handcuffed while in the interview room?
At the discretion of the interviewing LEOs
What is the policy for interviewing males, females, and/or juveniles at the same time?
They must be interviewed separately
What items are not permitted inside the interview or polygraph rooms?
Lighters, matches, or combustible items
Who controls access to the interview room?
The interviewing LEOs
What should be done if male, female, and/or juvenile interviewees are in need of medical assistance?
All LEOs will have at their disposal some form of communication to be used should an emergency arise.
What is the procedure for LEOs entering interview or polygraph rooms with weapons?
They must secure their weapons in designated lock boxes before entering if their weapon is not holstered.
What is required to ensure that an interviewee in need of medical assistance will receive prompt emergency assistance?
All LEOs must know the proper procedure for initiating Fire Rescue Services response.
When may a detainee be handcuffed in the interview or polygraph room?
At the discretion of the interviewing LEOs.
What should happen during an evacuation if a detainee is in the interview or polygraph room?
The interviewing LEOs should handcuff and escort the detainee to the nearest evacuation point.
Test your knowledge on Standard Operating Procedure 42.04 of the Boca Raton Police Services Department regarding interviews and interview rooms. Learn about guidelines for law enforcement officers conducting interviews and the use of interview/polygraph rooms.
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