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Who is considered the next of kin?
How many law enforcement officers (LEOs) are required to make next of kin notifications?
What should the LEO making the notification have thorough knowledge of before making the notification?
When should notification to the next of kin be made?
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What should the LEOs do when they identify themselves at the residence of the next of kin?
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What should the LEO do if any medical concerns arise while making the notification of a death to the next of kin?
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What is the recommended approach for the LEO when making the notification of a death to the next of kin?
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Under what circumstances should the on-call victim advocate be requested to respond?
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What is important to provide to the next of kin due to grief reactions?
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What should the LEO do if the next of kin is alone at the time of notification?
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When must the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction be requested to notify the next of kin?
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What information should an LEO document when making a next of kin notification?
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What procedures must be followed when a next of kin notification is requested from an external law enforcement agency?
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