Patrol Officers Theft Offenses Policy

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According to the policy, what should officers do for a theft under $100?

Reduce the charge to Criminal Attempt - Theft Under $750 and issue a warning

Make a custodial arrest or issue a citation (correct)

Issue a warning and return the stolen property

Make a custodial arrest only if the suspect has a prior criminal history

How should officers proceed for a theft valued between $100 and $750?

Reduce the charge to Criminal Attempt - Theft Under $750 and issue a citation

Make a custodial arrest or reduce the charge to Criminal Attempt - Theft Under $750 and issue a citation (correct)

Make a custodial arrest only

Issue a citation for the original theft charge

What is the required course of action for thefts of $750 or more?

Make a custodial arrest (correct)

Issue a citation for the original theft charge

Reduce the charge to Criminal Attempt - Theft Under $750 and issue a citation

Make a custodial arrest only if the suspect has a prior criminal history

What should investigating officers do when checking a theft suspect's criminal history?

Determine if enhancements are appropriate Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should recovered property be returned to the complainant?

In all cases of theft, regardless of the complainant's status Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for stolen property in cases of shoplifting?

The stolen property must be tangible property offered for sale or lease by the business Signup and view all the answers

What should an officer do if a mail theft offense cannot be determined to have occurred in Irving?

Refer the complainant to the U.S. Postal Service Signup and view all the answers

How should an officer document the recovery of a stolen vehicle that was originally reported stolen by an outside agency?

Complete an original offense report (Report Type: AUTOREC OT) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an officer release a recovered stolen vehicle to its owner at the scene?

If the vehicle is drivable and the owner can respond to the scene, with Supervisor approval Signup and view all the answers

When should an officer complete an information report (Report Type: INFO ONLY) for a potentially stolen vehicle?

If the officer has reason to believe the vehicle is stolen, but cannot confirm it Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Criminal Mischief offenses is true?

Criminal Mischief is a breach of the peace, and officers may take enforcement action with probable cause Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should an officer seize a vehicle registration sticker?

If the sticker is known to be counterfeit, stolen, forged, or altered Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a mnemonic seed phrase in the context of cryptocurrency?

To interact with various blockchains Signup and view all the answers

In case of Check Forgery, what should officers do if a Financial Crimes Unit Investigator is not on-duty?

Complete an offense report listing the bank or business as the complainant Signup and view all the answers

What action should an Irving resident take if their debit/credit card was used online?

Report the incident to the Internet Crime Complaint Center Signup and view all the answers

When completing an offense report for Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse, what should officers seize?

All original receipts Signup and view all the answers

What course of action should officers take if the merchant refuses to surrender a credit or debit card in a Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse case?

Note the refusal in the report Narrative Signup and view all the answers

What is the main consequence of falling victim to Check Fraud according to the text?

Having to return funds via money transfer Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what should officers do if they are unsure about the validity of a vehicle registration sticker?

Favor the resident and refrain from seizing the sticker. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the officer conducting the seizure of a vehicle registration sticker?

To prove that the sticker is in violation. Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do if a valid sticker is removed from a vehicle in error?

Refer the resident to a supervisor. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of cryptocurrency mentioned in the policy?

Litecoin (LTC) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a private key in the context of cryptocurrencies?

To prove ownership and access the cryptocurrency in a wallet. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following offenses is NOT mentioned in the policy as one that officers should refer to when filing charges pertaining to vehicle registration stickers?

Forgery of a Financial Instrument Signup and view all the answers

What action should officers take if they believe a suspect possesses electronic devices with identifying information of other persons?

Seize the items as evidence if they have probable cause. Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for documenting stolen property in an ARS report?

An itemized list of the stolen property and its individual value Signup and view all the answers

When should officers notify a Financial Crimes Investigator according to the text?

For any type of fraud offense arrests. Signup and view all the answers

What is the required action for a officer investigating a theft of rental or landlord property?

Inform the complainant to send a certified letter to the suspect's last known address Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do if they encounter a suspect who is determined to be an actual counterfeiter?

Arrest the suspect immediately. Signup and view all the answers

When is an officer not required to complete an offense report for a vehicle theft at a dealership?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for handling fraudulent offenses according to the text?

Notify a Financial Crimes Investigator of all fraud offense arrests. Signup and view all the answers

What is the required action for an officer investigating a rental car non-return or company loaned vehicle case?

Inform the complainant to send a certified letter to the suspect's last known address Signup and view all the answers

What is the appropriate action for officers regarding embezzlement cases?

Retain all documents related to the incident until contacted by an investigator. Signup and view all the answers

What is the required action for an officer investigating a potential buyer failing to return a vehicle from a 'test drive'?

Complete an offense report only after the reasonable expiration of the time the suspect was allotted to return the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

When should officers complete an Offense and/or Information Report regarding cryptocurrency theft?

Only when provided with credible information of stolen cryptocurrency. Signup and view all the answers

What is the required action for an officer investigating a mail theft offense that occurred in Irving?

Complete an offense report Signup and view all the answers

What should officers obtain when investigating cryptocurrency theft according to the text?

Wallet addresses, ATM receipts, screenshots, and transaction details Signup and view all the answers