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What is the primary reason the Omaha Police Department (OPD) engages in multi-jurisdictional task forces?
What is the primary reason the Omaha Police Department (OPD) engages in multi-jurisdictional task forces?
- To reduce the number of officers required for patrol
- To address specific crime problems more effectively (correct)
- To increase overall police presence in Omaha
- To gather intelligence exclusively for federal agencies
Who is responsible for coordinating and planning investigative task force activities?
Who is responsible for coordinating and planning investigative task force activities?
- The Chief of Police
- A designated OPD commander and/or liaison (correct)
- The most senior officer present
- The community liaison officer
What is Event Deconfliction as described in the OPD policy?
What is Event Deconfliction as described in the OPD policy?
- The process of determining potential conflicts between law enforcement events (correct)
- An evaluation method for assessing police performance
- A technique to gather intelligence on criminal activities
- A strategy for informing the public about community safety
What must participating agencies produce when forming a multi-jurisdictional task force?
What must participating agencies produce when forming a multi-jurisdictional task force?
Which of the following is NOT a priority when establishing multi-jurisdictional task forces according to OPD policy?
Which of the following is NOT a priority when establishing multi-jurisdictional task forces according to OPD policy?
What should be covered in the written agreement among participating agencies in a task force?
What should be covered in the written agreement among participating agencies in a task force?
How does the OPD view the relationship between different jurisdictional agencies?
How does the OPD view the relationship between different jurisdictional agencies?
Which aspect is emphasized as crucial during the establishment of investigative task forces?
Which aspect is emphasized as crucial during the establishment of investigative task forces?
Flashcards
Event Deconfliction
Event Deconfliction
A strategy to prevent dangerous conflicts between law enforcement agencies conducting simultaneous operations in the same area.
Investigative Task Force
Investigative Task Force
A group of officers from different agencies working together to investigate specific crimes in a region.
Written Agreement
Written Agreement
A document outlining the purpose, responsibilities, and evaluation procedures of a multi-agency task force.
Chief of Police or Designee
Chief of Police or Designee
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OPD Commander or Liaison
OPD Commander or Liaison
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Officer Safety
Officer Safety
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Relevant Intelligence Information
Relevant Intelligence Information
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Task Force Evaluation
Task Force Evaluation
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Study Notes
Omaha Police Department Investigative Task Forces
- Omaha Police Department (OPD) recognizes multi-jurisdictional partnerships enhance crime-fighting effectiveness.
- OPD may partner with federal, state, and local agencies for task forces targeting specific crimes.
- Event Deconfliction: A process to identify and resolve potential conflicts involving simultaneous law enforcement operations (raids, surveillance, etc).
Task Force Policies and Procedures
- OPD policy is to participate in task forces addressing Omaha metropolitan area crime.
- Chief or designee determines OPD's involvement level in task forces.
- Designated OPD commander/liaison coordinates/assigns task force activities.
- Officer safety is a critical concern; task forces must prioritize it.
- Officer safety strategies: Task force members use intelligence and deconfliction techniques to reduce operational conflicts.
Task Force Agreements
- Formal agreements are required for long-term, multi-jurisdictional task forces.
- Agreements outline the task force's purpose, participants' authorities/jobs, supervision and operational protocols, evaluation process (including timelines), staffing and resource needs, officer safety criteria, and participant identification protocols.
- Evaluation processes will vary per specific task force needs.
- Task force resource needs include personnel, equipment, facilities, supplies, funding, and safety information.
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