41 Questions
What is the policy for department employees regarding promises or arrangements between offenders and victims?
They should not involve themselves in such arrangements
If there is sufficient cause to request charges against a defendant be dismissed, who must give consent before charges against a defendant are dismissed?
The commanding officer of the division or bureau responsible for the arrest
Under what circumstances can department employees request for charges to be dismissed?
If there is sufficient cause
Who can order a department employee to involve themselves (interfere) with an investigation, arrest, or prosecution?
A division or bureau commander
Can a department employee interfere with an investigation, arrest, or prosecution brought by any other agency or person?
Yes, but only if ordered by a division or bureau commander
Can a department employee interfere with the investigation, arrest, or prosecution brought by other officers of the department?
Yes, but only if ordered by a division or bureau commander
According to the department policy, can employees accept gifts from any business establishment?
Yes, if it does not improperly affect the employee’s position as a representatives of law enforcement.
What is the department policy regarding accepting gratuities?
Employees cannot accept gratuities if it appears to improperly affect their positions
Can department employees accept food or drink as gifts according to the policy?
Yes, if it does not affect their position
Under what circumstances can a department employee share in a fee or reward?
If they are acting under a proper and specific order from the Chief of Police
Which one of the following is true about untruthfulness by an employee?
Untruthfulness can result in termination
What is the potential consequence of untruthfulness for an officer in Florida?
Termination and Loss of certification
Which one of the following is NOT a potential consequence of untruthfulness by an employee?
Paid leave
True or false: It is acceptable for an employee to submit a report with false information if they believe it is in the best interest of the department.
False
True or false: Omitting information from an official report is only considered wrongful if it is done with improper motives.
False
True or false: Department employees are allowed to make warrantless or frivolous allegations against other employees if they have personal dislike for them?
False
True or false: Making retaliatory allegations against other employees is considered acceptable behavior by the department?
False
True or false: Department employees can make allegations aimed at corrupting the disciplinary or supervisory processes?
False
Which of the following would NOT be considered prima facie evidence of incompetence for a Tampa Police Department employee?
Two documented violations of general orders within a two year period
How many documented and sustained violations of Tampa Police Department Regulations would be considered prima facie evidence of incompetence within a two year period?
Four
Which of the following would NOT be considered prima facie evidence of incompetence for a Tampa Police Department employee?
Two unsatisfactory evaluations in one year
Which of the following is NOT a type of document that department employees are required to review and have a working knowledge of?
Internal memos and emails
True or false: Department employees below Corporal/Detective are only responsible for reviewing, but not necessarily having an effective working knowledge departmental regulations and standard operating procedures?
False
True or false: Department employees are solely responsible for interpreting any document that is not clearly understood.
False
What should department employees place emphasis on?
Procedures and duties governing their specific assignments
Which one of the following is a requirement for department employees regarding reporting information?
They must report information about any violation of law
Under what circumstances should department employees report information to their supervisor?
Whenever they come across information concerning organized crime, racketeering, vice conditions, or violation of any law
Which one of the following is NOT a type of information that department employees should report to their supervisor?
Information about traffic violations
Which of the following activities are employees prohibited from engaging in while on-duty, according to the text?
All of the above
What is the only exception for employees engaging in entertainment while on-duty, according to the text?
When it is required in the performance of their duty
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an activity that employees are prohibited from while on-duty, according to the text?
Exercising
True or false: Department employees are allowed to read non-work-related newspapers, periodicals, or similar materials in public view?
False
True or false: Department employees can make allegations aimed at corrupting the disciplinary or supervisory processes?
False
Under what circumstances can department employees engage in personal business while on duty?
When it does not interfere with their duties
How should reports and investigations be accomplished?
Reports and investigations should be completed in a manner as not to convey an indolent disposition.
What message should the completion of reports and investigations convey?
The completion of reports and investigations should not convey an indolent disposition.
Which of the following actions would be considered a violation of the department's policy on work stoppages?
Complain to the union
What is the purpose of the department's policy on work stoppages?
To ensure the efficient operation of city affairs
Which of the following actions would be a violation of the department's policy on work stoppages?
Department employees can actively participate in a strike.
Under what circumstances can department employees engage in personal business while on duty?
Department employees can engage in personal business if it does not interfere with their official duties.
True or false: Department employees are allowed to actively participate in a strike.
False
Study Notes
Department Policy on Employee Conduct
- Department employees are not allowed to make promises or arrangements between offenders and victims.
- Charges against a defendant can only be dismissed with the consent of the State Attorney.
Interference with Investigations
- No one can order a department employee to interfere with an investigation, arrest, or prosecution.
- Department employees are not allowed to interfere with investigations, arrests, or prosecutions brought by other agencies or persons.
- Department employees are also not allowed to interfere with investigations, arrests, or prosecutions brought by other officers of the department.
Gifts and Gratuity
- Department employees are not allowed to accept gifts from business establishments.
- The department policy prohibits accepting gratuities.
- Food and drink are not allowed to be accepted as gifts.
Fee or Reward
- Department employees can share in a fee or reward under certain circumstances.
Untruthfulness
- Untruthfulness by an employee is a serious offense.
- Untruthfulness can result in termination of employment for an officer in Florida.
- Termination of employment is not the only potential consequence of untruthfulness.
- Submitting a report with false information is not acceptable, even if it is believed to be in the best interest of the department.
- Omitting information from an official report is considered wrongful, regardless of the motive.
- Department employees are not allowed to make warrantless or frivolous allegations against other employees, even if they have personal dislike for them.
- Making retaliatory allegations against other employees is not acceptable behavior.
- Department employees are not allowed to make allegations aimed at corrupting the disciplinary or supervisory processes.
Incompetence
- Three documented and sustained violations of Tampa Police Department Regulations within a two-year period are considered prima facie evidence of incompetence.
- A single incident of neglect of duty is not considered prima facie evidence of incompetence.
Document Review
- Department employees are required to review and have a working knowledge of departmental regulations, standard operating procedures, and other relevant documents.
- Department employees below Corporal/Detective are responsible for reviewing and having an effective working knowledge of departmental regulations and standard operating procedures.
Reporting Information
- Department employees should place emphasis on accuracy, completeness, and timeliness when reporting information.
- Department employees are required to report information to their supervisor in certain circumstances.
- Information that should be reported to supervisors includes unusual occurrences, injuries, and property damage.
- Personal opinions or hearsay are not types of information that should be reported to supervisors.
On-Duty Conduct
- Department employees are prohibited from engaging in certain activities while on-duty, including entertainment, personal business, and reading non-work-related materials in public view.
- The only exception for employees engaging in entertainment while on-duty is when it is necessary for official business.
- Department employees are prohibited from making allegations aimed at corrupting the disciplinary or supervisory processes.
Reporting and Investigations
- Reports and investigations should be accomplished in a thorough and objective manner.
- The completion of reports and investigations should convey a message of professionalism and integrity.
Work Stoppages
- The department's policy on work stoppages prohibits certain actions, including refusing to perform duties or abandoning a post.
- The purpose of the department's policy on work stoppages is to ensure that employees fulfill their duties and maintain public trust.
- Refusing to perform duties or abandoning a post are violations of the department's policy on work stoppages.
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