Arrest Affidavit/Order (Warrantless)

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What is the maximum duration a person can be detained without a judge reviewing their charges after a warrantless arrest?

72 hours

48 hours (correct)

36 hours

24 hours

In completing the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order, how should officers refer to victims and witnesses?

By their initials only

By their actual names

By assigned numbers (correct)

By their relationship to the crime

What action must officers take when submitting the Affidavit/Order to the Duty Judge?

Include personal details of the victims

Complete the Order page

Obtain an additional signature

Ensure all pages are included (correct)

What must the synopsis on the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order contain?

Outline of the incident & Probable Cause (A) Signup and view all the answers

For which type of arrests is the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order not required?

Warrant arrests without any charges (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role do officers have in the completion of the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order form?

They are responsible for completing the form for all non-warrant felony arrests (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the policy did the recent changes primarily affect?

Section II - Routing of Affidavits/Orders (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which case is applicable to the policies regarding arrest procedures?

Riverside v. McLaughlin (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must officers provide to DCDC Admissions staff when physically booking an arrestee?

The original, notarized Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step an officer must take after completing the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order?

Email it to the Duty Judge (A) Signup and view all the answers

In case email is unavailable, what is the maximum time frame allowed for officers to provide the forms to the Duty Judge?

24 hours (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true regarding submissions of the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order from a different location (Paper booking)?

Email or Fax submissions are accepted at all times (B) Signup and view all the answers

What format must officers use when sending copies of the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order to the OPD Records Squad?

PDF format (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition must an officer consult with their supervisor regarding the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order?

If email is not available to send the forms (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should DCDC staff verify before accepting an arrestee into booking?

That the Affidavits are completely filled out (B) Signup and view all the answers

What should officers include in the subject line of the email when sending a Warrantless Arrest Affidavit?

Warrantless Arrest Affidavit (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Records Squad regarding the Affidavits/Orders?

Retrieve and upload documents to RMS (C) Signup and view all the answers

What do Officers NOT have to do while handling Felony Warrantless Arrest Packets as per the DCAO?

Compiling these packets (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the deadline for officers to submit reports on the Electronic Reporting System?

At the end of their shift (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who collects the original Affidavits/Orders from DCDC to deliver to the Douglas County Court Administration Office?

CSU/Court Liaison Squad (A) Signup and view all the answers

When does the Records Squad perform the retrieval of Affidavits/Orders?

Every weekday morning before 0800 hours (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Duty Judge's review of the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit?

To determine probable cause (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Omaha Police Department General Order 15-24

Subject: Arrest Affidavit/Order (Warrantless)
Effective Date: 23 February 2024
Amends: General Order #25-22
Policy Revision: This order modifies the procedures for handling warrantless arrest affidavits/orders, primarily focusing on routing and completion.

Policy Changes

Email Routing: Officers must now email copies of the Affidavit/Order to the Duty Judge and OPD Records Squad.
Arrest Affidavit/Order (OPD Form 156A): Required for all non-warrant felony arrests to ensure detention does not exceed 48 hours without judicial review.
Warrant Arrests: This form (156A) is not required for warrant arrests. If an arrest has a warrant, relevant policy applies.

Procedure - Completing the Form

OPD Officers: Responsible for completing the Warrantless Arrest Affidavit/Order Form (156A) for non-warrant felony arrests.
Synopsis Requirement: Officers must include a brief synopsis of the incident and the probable cause for the arrest on the affidavit.
Standing Alone Report: The 156A must stand alone as a report submitted to the duty judge for review.
Time Sensitivity: The form must be completed by the arresting officer, regardless of arrest time.

Procedure - Routing & Additional Info

Emailing: The completed and notarized affidavit must be immediately emailed to the Duty Judge, along with a copy to the OPD Records Squad.
Alternative: If email is unavailable, the form must still be delivered to the duty judge within 24 hours, utilizing alternative methods such as interdepartmental mail.
DCDC Procedures: When an arrestee is booked at Douglas County Department of Corrections (DCDC), a copy of the completed and notarized affidavit is provided to DCDC admissions staff. DCDC staff verifies the completeness of the form before accepting the arrestee.
PDF Format: Officers must send copies in PDF format, and at DCDC, the scanner/printer automatically converts the doc to PDF while emailing.
Subject Line: The subject line for emailed forms must be "Warrantless Arrest Affidavit" for all cases.
Notarization: Completion and notarization of the Affidavit/Order Form are required.
Form Completion: Complete the form before accepting an arrestee for booking.
Missing Pages: Ensure no pages are missing before scanning, emailing, or faxing the affidavit/order.
Other Policies: Officer should consult related policies regarding warrants, applications, filing, and booking procedures.
Electronic Submission: Officers must submit their reports to the Electronic Reporting System by the end of their shift.

Additional Notes

The Duty Judge decides if probable cause exists in such arrests to release the individual.
The use of witness/victim identifiers (victim #1, witness #2, etc.) is clarified.
This order outlines procedures for warrantless arrests.
Specific email addresses are included for the Duty Judge and records.

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Test your knowledge on the Omaha Police Department's General Order 15-24 regarding warrantless arrest affidavits/orders. This quiz covers the policy changes, email routing, and procedures for completing the necessary forms for non-warrant felony arrests. Ensure you understand the implications of these revisions for police operations.