Requesting Corrections in Personnel Files

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According to the text, which of the following is true about the rights and protections of public safety officers?

Public safety officers are only guaranteed rights and protections under Section 11181.

Public safety departments are required to provide rights and protections to public safety officers. (correct)

Public safety departments may deny or refuse rights and protections to public safety officers.

Public safety officers are not guaranteed any rights and protections.

According to the text, which court has initial jurisdiction over alleged violations of this chapter?

Municipal court

Appellate court

Superior court (correct)

Federal court

According to the text, what may the court do if it finds that a public safety department has violated the provisions of this chapter?

Dismiss the case

Order sanctions against the public safety department

Impose criminal penalties on the public safety officer

Render appropriate injunctive or other extraordinary relief (correct)

According to the text, what is the time limit for completing an investigation of an allegation of misconduct if the act occurred on or after January 1, 1998?

One year Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an investigation be reopened against a public safety officer?

If significant new evidence has been discovered Signup and view all the answers

What is the time limit for the public agency to notify the public safety officer in writing of its decision to impose discipline after investigation and any predisciplinary response or procedure?

30 days Signup and view all the answers

Which members are exempted from the 30-day time limit for notifying the public safety officer of the decision to impose discipline?

Members listed in subdivision (a) of Section 830.2 of the Penal Code Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when can a public safety officer be prohibited from engaging in political activity?

Whenever on duty or in uniform Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what constitutes punitive action in the context of an interrogation?

Dismissal, demotion, suspension, reduction in salary, written reprimand Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what conditions must be met during an interrogation of a public safety officer?

The interrogation must be conducted at a reasonable hour Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what happens if a public safety officer refuses to respond to questions during an interrogation?

They may be informed that failure to answer may result in punitive action Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the purpose of allowing a public safety officer to bring their own recording device during an interrogation?

To provide evidence for further proceedings Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when should a public safety officer be informed of their constitutional rights during an interrogation?

Immediately prior to or during the interrogation Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when can a public safety officer have a representative present during an interrogation?

Only if the officer requests it Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when can a public safety officer be loaned or temporarily reassigned to a different location or duty assignment?

Only if a sworn member of the department would normally be sent to that location or given that duty assignment Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what action must be taken before a public safety officer's adverse comment can be entered in their personnel file?

The officer must read and sign the instrument containing the adverse comment Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when can punitive action be taken against a public safety officer based on being on a Brady list?

If the actions taken by the public agency conform to the rules and procedures Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what can be introduced as evidence in an administrative appeal of a punitive action?

Evidence of the underlying act or omission and the officer's placement on a Brady list Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when can a public safety officer inspect their personnel file?

Upon their request during usual business hours Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, which of the following statements is true about requests made pursuant to subdivision (c)?

Requests must include a statement by the officer describing the corrections or deletions from the personnel file requested and the reasons supporting those corrections or deletions. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what is the definition of a 'lie detector'?

A device used for the purpose of rendering a diagnostic opinion regarding the honesty or dishonesty of an individual. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, under what circumstances can a public safety officer be required to disclose personal financial information?

When the information is obtained or required under state law or proper legal procedure. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, under what circumstances can a public safety officer's locker or storage space be searched?

In the presence of the officer, with the officer's consent, or with a valid search warrant. Signup and view all the answers

According to the California Law, who is considered a public safety officer?

All peace officers specified in Sections 830.1, 830.2, 830.3, 830.31, 830.32, 830.33, except subdivision (e), 830.34, 830.35, except subdivision (c), 830.36, 830.37, 830.38, 830.4, and 830.5 of the Penal Code. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights Act?

To provide rights and protections to peace officers Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, where is the Public Safety Officers Procedural Bill of Rights Act applicable?

All public safety officers wherever situated Signup and view all the answers