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What is the purpose of requesting a written memorandum from a subject member before an investigative interview?
What is the purpose of requesting a written memorandum from a subject member before an investigative interview?
- For preliminary fact-finding (correct)
- To initiate a formal interview process
- To gather evidence against the subject member
- To prepare the subject member for questioning
What should an investigator do if the initial inquiry reveals that a complaint is unfounded?
What should an investigator do if the initial inquiry reveals that a complaint is unfounded?
- Notify the subject member of the outcome
- Close the case immediately
- Forward the file to external authorities
- Document their findings on a Professional Standards Memorandum (correct)
Who is responsible for forwarding the investigative file if the assigned investigator is a Professional Standards investigator?
Who is responsible for forwarding the investigative file if the assigned investigator is a Professional Standards investigator?
- The subject member involved in the case
- The Bureau Commander
- The Professional Standards Inspector (correct)
- The Undersheriff of Administrative Operations
What happens if a Bureau Commander disagrees with the conclusion of the assigned investigator?
What happens if a Bureau Commander disagrees with the conclusion of the assigned investigator?
What initiates a formal administrative investigation?
What initiates a formal administrative investigation?
What requirement must be met if a certified member waives their rights under the Officer Bill of Rights?
What requirement must be met if a certified member waives their rights under the Officer Bill of Rights?
Which of the following is NOT a possible conclusion an investigator may reach?
Which of the following is NOT a possible conclusion an investigator may reach?
What is the primary role of the Professional Standards inspector in the investigative process?
What is the primary role of the Professional Standards inspector in the investigative process?
What action is taken if the Undersheriff concurs with the Bureau Commander’s recommendation?
What action is taken if the Undersheriff concurs with the Bureau Commander’s recommendation?
What must the Bureau Commander notify the subject member of if corrective action is to be taken?
What must the Bureau Commander notify the subject member of if corrective action is to be taken?
What occurs if formal disciplinary action is recommended by the Bureau Commander?
What occurs if formal disciplinary action is recommended by the Bureau Commander?
If the Undersheriff disagrees with the Bureau Commander’s recommendation, what is the next step?
If the Undersheriff disagrees with the Bureau Commander’s recommendation, what is the next step?
When is an administrative investigation roundtable meeting scheduled?
When is an administrative investigation roundtable meeting scheduled?
What documentation is completed by an assigned investigator during an administrative investigation?
What documentation is completed by an assigned investigator during an administrative investigation?
What is not required if the Undersheriff concurs with the Bureau Commander’s recommendation?
What is not required if the Undersheriff concurs with the Bureau Commander’s recommendation?
Who completes the Chain of Command Review section on the CIR?
Who completes the Chain of Command Review section on the CIR?
What is the primary purpose of a pre-disciplinary hearing?
What is the primary purpose of a pre-disciplinary hearing?
What can members submit if they choose not to personally appear at a hearing?
What can members submit if they choose not to personally appear at a hearing?
Which of the following actions will result in a consequence for the member?
Which of the following actions will result in a consequence for the member?
Who reviews the documentation after the pre-disciplinary hearing?
Who reviews the documentation after the pre-disciplinary hearing?
What is one condition under which a member's hearing will be recorded?
What is one condition under which a member's hearing will be recorded?
What happens if the final determination of an investigation is found to be 'unfounded'?
What happens if the final determination of an investigation is found to be 'unfounded'?
Which type of disciplinary action requires a pre-disciplinary hearing?
Which type of disciplinary action requires a pre-disciplinary hearing?
What is NOT applicable during a pre-disciplinary hearing?
What is NOT applicable during a pre-disciplinary hearing?
What is the primary purpose of the General Order on Administrative Misconduct Investigations?
What is the primary purpose of the General Order on Administrative Misconduct Investigations?
Who is responsible for overseeing all administrative investigations of misconduct allegations?
Who is responsible for overseeing all administrative investigations of misconduct allegations?
What is one of the main responsibilities of the Professional Standards Unit (PSU)?
What is one of the main responsibilities of the Professional Standards Unit (PSU)?
What type of misconduct action is emphasized by the order?
What type of misconduct action is emphasized by the order?
What should be maintained regarding administrative investigation files according to the order?
What should be maintained regarding administrative investigation files according to the order?
Which of the following sections addresses the authority to relieve a member from duty?
Which of the following sections addresses the authority to relieve a member from duty?
What action does the order explicitly state will be taken for all complaints against the agency and its members?
What action does the order explicitly state will be taken for all complaints against the agency and its members?
Which of the following is not listed as a section included in the General Order?
Which of the following is not listed as a section included in the General Order?
What is the primary responsibility of the Professional Standards Inspector?
What is the primary responsibility of the Professional Standards Inspector?
Which of the following types of complaints must be investigated by Professional Standards Unit investigators?
Which of the following types of complaints must be investigated by Professional Standards Unit investigators?
When must the Undersheriff and Professional Standards Inspector be notified by the incident supervisor's chain-of-command?
When must the Undersheriff and Professional Standards Inspector be notified by the incident supervisor's chain-of-command?
What must members of the Sheriff’s Office do in relation to Professional Standards investigators?
What must members of the Sheriff’s Office do in relation to Professional Standards investigators?
What is meant by 'long-term storage of files' in the context of Records Retention Facility?
What is meant by 'long-term storage of files' in the context of Records Retention Facility?
Which individual receives reports from the Professional Standards Inspector?
Which individual receives reports from the Professional Standards Inspector?
What is a core responsibility of Professional Standards investigators?
What is a core responsibility of Professional Standards investigators?
What type of investigations may require confidentiality according to the policies?
What type of investigations may require confidentiality according to the policies?
What is the time frame for disciplinary action to be completed after reopening an investigation?
What is the time frame for disciplinary action to be completed after reopening an investigation?
What must a terminated member do within 10 days of receiving notification of termination?
What must a terminated member do within 10 days of receiving notification of termination?
Which of the following is a requirement for a name-clearing statement meeting?
Which of the following is a requirement for a name-clearing statement meeting?
How long does a member have to appeal a corrective action decision?
How long does a member have to appeal a corrective action decision?
What will happen to the Bureau Commander's decision on an appeal?
What will happen to the Bureau Commander's decision on an appeal?
What is the time frame for submitting a written statement in lieu of the name-clearing meeting?
What is the time frame for submitting a written statement in lieu of the name-clearing meeting?
To whom must a member appeal for informal disciplinary actions?
To whom must a member appeal for informal disciplinary actions?
How will the audio recording from the name clearing meeting be handled?
How will the audio recording from the name clearing meeting be handled?
Flashcards
Administrative Misconduct Investigations
Administrative Misconduct Investigations
Procedures to investigate complaints against agency members.
Purpose of Investigations
Purpose of Investigations
To ensure fair discipline and training for misconduct.
Professional Standards Unit (PSU)
Professional Standards Unit (PSU)
Unit responsible for managing misconduct complaints and investigations.
Confidentiality of Investigations
Confidentiality of Investigations
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Authority to Relieve from Duty
Authority to Relieve from Duty
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Corrective and Disciplinary Action
Corrective and Disciplinary Action
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Bureau Commander Conferences
Bureau Commander Conferences
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Process of Appeals
Process of Appeals
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Pre-disciplinary Hearing (PDH)
Pre-disciplinary Hearing (PDH)
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Formal disciplinary action
Formal disciplinary action
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Member's rights
Member's rights
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Bureau Commander
Bureau Commander
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Written statement option
Written statement option
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Audio recordings
Audio recordings
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Representative presence
Representative presence
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Final determination
Final determination
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Written Memorandum
Written Memorandum
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Preliminary Fact-Finding
Preliminary Fact-Finding
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Unfounded Complaint
Unfounded Complaint
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Professional Standards Memorandum
Professional Standards Memorandum
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Bureau Commander Role
Bureau Commander Role
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Formal Administrative Investigation
Formal Administrative Investigation
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Officer Bill of Rights
Officer Bill of Rights
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Written Waiver
Written Waiver
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Investigative file disposition
Investigative file disposition
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Undersheriff
Undersheriff
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Corrective action
Corrective action
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Pre-disciplinary Hearing
Pre-disciplinary Hearing
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Chain of Command Review
Chain of Command Review
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CIR (Critical Incident Report)
CIR (Critical Incident Report)
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Records Retention Facility
Records Retention Facility
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Professional Standards Inspector
Professional Standards Inspector
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Administrative Investigation
Administrative Investigation
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Complaints of Misconduct
Complaints of Misconduct
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Professional Standards Unit
Professional Standards Unit
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Incident Reporting
Incident Reporting
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Corruption Allegations
Corruption Allegations
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Cooperation with Investigators
Cooperation with Investigators
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Name Clearing Statement
Name Clearing Statement
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Deadline for Name Clearing
Deadline for Name Clearing
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Audio Recording in Name Clearing
Audio Recording in Name Clearing
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Corrective Action Appeal
Corrective Action Appeal
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Appeal Submission Deadline
Appeal Submission Deadline
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Final Decision Notification
Final Decision Notification
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Informal Disciplinary Appeal
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Study Notes
Pasco Sheriff's Office General Order 26.2
- Administrative Misconduct Investigations and Disciplinary Procedures
- Effective: September 12, 2024
- Supersedes: May 31, 2024
- Accreditation Standards: CFA 2.06, 2.07, 7.02, 7.03, 7.04, 7.05, 7.06, 20.01, 20.02, 20.03, 20.04
- Pages: 27
Contents
- Professional Standards Unit
- Administrative Investigations
- Complaint Receipt and Documentation
- Authority to Relieve From Duty
- Administrative Investigations of Civilian Members
- Administrative Investigations of Certified Members
- Bureau Commander Conferences and Pre-disciplinary Hearings
- Administrative Investigation Conclusions
- Corrective and Disciplinary Action
- Findings and Disposition
- Reopening of Investigation
- Name Clearing
- Process of Appeals
- Confidentiality of Investigations
- Glossary
Purpose
- Establish agency expectations of member conduct and performance
- Establish a system for receiving, investigating, and resolving member misconduct complaints
- Ensure fair, consistent, and timely implementation of discipline and training-based corrective action
Scope
- Applies to all members
Discussion
- Proper conduct promotes efficiency, coordination of effort, and public support
- Misconduct must be met with fair and consistent administrative action
Procedure: Professional Standards Unit
- Responsible for recording, registering, controlling misconduct complaints
- Oversight and management of administrative investigations
- Confidentiality of investigation files
- Storage of files in a secure location
- Professional Standards Inspector reports to Undersheriff
- Determines if an investigation is conducted by a Professional Standards Unit investigator or the subject's chain of command
- Investigators are provided access to all Sheriff's Office facilities, equipment, and records.
- Members cooperate with investigators
- Inspector keeps Undersheriff informed of active investigations
Administrative Investigations
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Conducted in conformance with Florida law and policies
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Professional Standards Inspector reviews misconduct complaints
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Determines if allegations are valid and assigns investigation as follows:
- Investigating specific allegations (e.g., corruption, excessive force)
- Complex or time-consuming investigations
- Incidents involving multiple bureaus or commands
- Complaints related to laws, custody incidents
- Decisions regarding investigations with the Sheriff's direct involvement
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Complaints regarding criminal misconduct are handled by Investigations and Criminal Intelligence Bureau
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Members are notified of administrative investigations with details of allegations, rights, responsibilities
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Member cooperation during investigation is required
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Member families not required to provide statements
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Members can voluntarily request a truth test
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