40 Questions
What is the correct procedure for detainees to retrieve their firearm?
Contact the Property and Evidence Section
How should U.S. currency in detainees' possession be verified?
By counting the number of bills and/or coins
What should be done with clothing soiled with hazardous substances?
Treat as hazardous and place in a red bag
What will happen if a detainee legally possesses a firearm?
Notify the desk sergeant
How should medications found on detainees be handled?
Heat seal in a clear plastic bag
What is the procedure for additional property taken after the initial booking?
Add it into CMS
What is the maximum number of calendar days firearms recovered from detainees will be held before being released?
7 days
Which form needs to be completed when a detainee claims that an item(s) of personal property is missing?
Form 217 P.D.
What is the threshold for U.S. currency that must be verified by a desk sergeant prior to sealing the detainee's property?
$250 or more
What is the purpose of the form 'Detainee's Missing Property Report, Form 217 P.D.'?
To report missing personal property claimed by detainees
What type of property taken from a detainee requires handling in accordance with a separate written directive entitled 'Recovered Property Procedure'?
Firearms
Who is required to verify U.S. currency totaling $250 or more before sealing the detainee's property?
Desk Sergeant
What should the intake officer do if the detainee is unable to sign the Inmate Property Receipt due to behavior or condition?
Write 'refused' or 'unable' in the property listing area and notify the desk sergeant
What should be done if the detainee cannot sign the Inmate Property Receipt due to a malfunctioning signature pad?
Print out the Inmate Property Receipt for signature
What should be affixed to a detainee's bag if they do not bond out and are transferred to another detention facility?
Inmate Property Receipt
What should be completed and signed upon the detainee's release?
Release area of the Inmate Property Receipt
What is recommended when a detainee has a large amount of personal property at a detention unit or Regional Correction Center (RCC)?
Request the detainee find a responsible person to take custody of the property
What information should be documented on an officer's activity sheet when personal property is released to someone other than the detainee?
Personal information of the recipient such as name and relation to the detainee
What is the procedure when a firearm is recovered by an outside agency in the detainee's property?
The firearm will be left with the outside agency member, and the officer will note it on their activity sheet.
What is the process for handling medication found in a detainee's property?
The procedure for handling medication is not mentioned in the provided text.
How is currency verified during the property inventory process?
Currency is not verified during the property inventory process.
What is the procedure for handling hazardous items found in a detainee's property?
The procedure for handling hazardous items is not mentioned in the provided text.
What should the transporting officer do if the detainee claims property is missing?
The transporting officer will complete a miscellaneous investigation report.
What is the procedure for removing additional property from the detainee?
Remove any additional property from the detainee that would normally be confiscated for member safety.
What procedure should be followed when a detainee is booked at a division station?
The procedure outlined in Section III, A, of this directive is followed.
What happens if a detainee claims an item(s) of personal property is missing?
The supervisor is notified immediately.
What is the process for releasing property to detainees?
The detainee's identification is verified by the CMS wrist band and the Detainee's Wrist Band Report.
What happens to a detainee's property if they release it to a responsible party?
The detainee signs the Inmate Property Receipt, if applicable.
What should be done if a detainee is missing a firearm?
A Detainee's Missing Property Report, Form 217 P.D., is completed.
What is the role of the Bureau Commander in the missing property process?
The Bureau Commander determines whether an investigation is warranted.
How should firearms be recovered according to the procedure?
Firearms should be recovered as outlined in the current written directive entitled, 'Recovered Property'.
What happens to the detainee's property during the intake process?
The detainee's property is taken and inventoried in CMS during the intake process.
Under what circumstances can department members dispense prescription medications?
Under exigent circumstances, e.g. EpiPen injection is required.
How should foreign currency be handled during the property inventory process?
Foreign currency should be listed at no value and handled in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this written directive.
What is the procedure for handling hazardous items?
Hazardous items should be listed at no value and handled in accordance with the guidelines set forth in this written directive.
What should be done with additional property that cannot fit in the original bag?
Additional property placed in separate bags will be secured in the same manner.
What information should be highlighted in yellow on the booking receipt?
The detainee's name and booking number.
What should be done if a detainee has prescription medications?
The department members will not dispense prescription medications unless exigent circumstances exist.
What happens to the detainee's wrist band report?
The detainee's wrist band report will be attached to the outside of the original bag.
What should be done with U.S. currency during the property inventory process?
U.S. currency should be placed in separate envelopes and sealed.
Test your knowledge on the procedures related to retrieving property, handling currency, and directing inquiries within a police department. Topics include firearm release, inventorying property, and verification of currency.
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