Search Procedures for Peace Officers

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What should a police officer do when making an arrest?

Identify themselves as a police officer (correct)

Inform the person of the reason for the arrest after taking physical control

Refrain from identifying themselves to test the person's reaction

Ask the person if they know why they are being arrested

When should handcuffs be used during an arrest?

Only if the person is deemed physically aggressive

In accordance with training and utilizing the double lock mechanism where possible (correct)

After informing the person of their Right to Counsel

At the officer's discretion based on the person's appearance

What must the officer ensure when an arrested person has the care of another dependent person?

Every effort is made to obtain interim care for the dependent person (correct)

The dependent person is immediately taken into police custody

The dependent person is left under the arrested person's care until further arrangements are made

The dependent person is handed over to any available family member

When should a police officer allow access to a telephone for an arrested person?

As soon as practicable Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure to be followed when dealing with an arrested person who has consumed a potentially harmful substance and requires medical attention?

Perform first aid if qualified, comply with Procedures 01–03 and 10–06, and ensure transportation to the nearest hospital Signup and view all the answers

What is required when considering the continued detention of an arrested person with a disability and a guide dog?

Make reasonable efforts to accommodate the guide dog and contact TPOC for further resources Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when dealing with an incident involving a person who provides identification as a diplomatic or consular official?

Comply with Procedure 04–12 and do not arrest them on those premises Signup and view all the answers

What is required when arresting a foreign national?

Comply with Procedure 04–13 and should not normally arrest them during a religious ceremony or judicial hearing Signup and view all the answers

What does the Toronto Police Service agree is of paramount importance for the safety of prisoners, members, and all other persons in the criminal justice system?

The right to search a person Signup and view all the answers

"R. v. Golden" made a ruling that directly impacted on:

"The search of persons incident to arrest" Signup and view all the answers

What must officers consider when handling religious items of significance?

Immediate risks, safety, and the ability of the member to articulate actions Signup and view all the answers

Under what legislation does the Service have a duty to accommodate persons with disabilities?

Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when assessing retention of assistive devices for persons with disabilities?

All available accommodation options Signup and view all the answers

When should reasons for not accommodating a person with disabilities be articulated?

In the memorandum book Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered when accommodating guide dogs for persons with disabilities?

The continued detention of a person with disabilities Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances are warrantless searches lawful?

Searches incident to an arrest Signup and view all the answers

What is required for consent searches to be lawful?

Informed, freely given consent Signup and view all the answers

How should statutory searches be conducted?

In accordance with the related statute Signup and view all the answers

What items can be searched for during a search incident to an arrest?

Weapons, injury-causing items, escape-assisting items, and evidence. Signup and view all the answers

Who may conduct searches in accordance with their policies and must record searches prior to Strip searches?

Court officers/custodial officers Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to authorize Strip searches?

The Protective and Frisk searches Officer in Charge. Signup and view all the answers

Where must all searches be recorded?

In accordance with organizational policies and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after conducting a search with reasonable grounds to believe the person has hidden weapons or evidence in a body cavity?

Notify the Officer in Charge (OIC) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Ontario Human Rights Code, what does it require regarding gender identity and expression?

Equal treatment regardless of gender identity and expression Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances should searches be conducted by peace officers of the same gender?

Unless impractical, considering safety risks and accommodation of trans and gender diverse persons Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered when handling items of religious significance during a search?

They must be treated with respect and handled appropriately Signup and view all the answers

What is required when accommodating trans or gender diverse persons during searches?

Respect their gender-affirming items and provide privacy when possible Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement if a person is not accommodated during a search?

Reasons for not accommodating a person must be clearly articulated in the memorandum book. Signup and view all the answers

When must searches comply with 1.9.2 Standards of Conduct?

Always, as it is mandatory under all circumstances. Signup and view all the answers

What is required when removing gender-affirming items during a search?

It must be done with sensitivity and respect, and the person should be given the opportunity to remove them. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for handling items of religious significance during a search?

Members must treat items of religious significance with respect and handle them appropriately. Signup and view all the answers

What is required when documenting actions after conducting a search?

Members must document their actions in the memorandum book and complete appropriate sections of the Booking and Search Template. Signup and view all the answers

What must be considered when accommodating trans or gender diverse persons in lodging preference?

Trans or gender diverse persons must be accommodated in self-identified gender and lodging preference, unless impracticable. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

When making an arrest, conduct a Person Query including a CPIC check, record pertinent information in memorandum book, complete applicable eReports, comply with release/detention procedure, and check Master Name Index if an arrest warrant is involved.
When arresting a non-violent person for being intoxicated in a public place, follow Procedure 03–05.
When dealing with an arrested person who has consumed a potentially harmful substance and requires medical attention, perform first aid if qualified, comply with Procedures 01–03 and 10–06, and ensure transportation to the nearest hospital.
When dealing with an arrested person who cannot communicate in English or due to a medical problem, follow Procedure 04–09.
When considering the continued detention of an arrested person with a disability and a guide dog, make reasonable efforts to accommodate the guide dog and contact TPOC for further resources.
The Toronto Police Service is required to collect, analyze, and publicly report on data related to the race of those individuals they interact with, as outlined in Procedure 16–07.
When releasing a person following arrest, ensure safety of others, serve them with a TPS 493, and comply with the appropriate release provisions of the Canadian Criminal Code.
When dealing with an incident involving a person who provides identification as a diplomatic or consular official, comply with Procedure 04–12 and do not arrest them on those premises.
When arresting a foreign national, comply with Procedure 04–13 and should not normally arrest them during a religious ceremony or judicial hearing.
When an arrest has been made, ensure consideration is given to public interest in continuing detention, complete all required eReports, and comply with the appropriate release provisions of the Canadian Criminal Code.
The Toronto Police Service agrees with the courts that clear legislative prescription as to when and how strip searches should be conducted would be of assistance to the police and to the courts.
The right to search a person is of paramount importance for the safety of prisoners, members, and all other persons in the criminal justice system.
The Supreme Court of Canada made a ruling in R. v. Golden that directly impacted on the search of persons incident to arrest.
Officers conducting searches must be able to articulate their authority and grounds for doing so, and assess the appropriate type of search to be conducted on a case-by-case basis.
The Toronto Police Service agrees that clear legislative prescription as to when and how strip searches should be conducted would be of assistance to the police and to the courts.
The text outlines the procedures for conducting searches on individuals in a law enforcement context.
Officer in Charge (OIC) must be notified after conducting a search with reasonable grounds to believe the person has hidden weapons or evidence in a body cavity.
Searches should be conducted by peace officers of the same gender unless impractical, considering safety risks and accommodation of trans and gender diverse persons (Appendix C).
Ontario Human Rights Code requires equal treatment regardless of gender identity, gender expression, among other factors.
Safety of Service members, person being searched, and public are paramount.
Searches must be thorough, methodical, and not abusive or intimidating.
Trans or gender diverse persons must be accommodated in self-identified gender and lodging preference, unless impracticable.
Trans or gender diverse persons have the option for searches conducted by officers of the same gender, or a split search.
Members must respect trans or gender diverse persons' gender-affirming items, including prosthetics, and provide privacy when possible.
Removal of gender-affirming items must be done with sensitivity and respect, and the person should be given the opportunity to remove them.
Special arrangements must be made for handling items of religious significance, treating them with respect and handling them appropriately.
The Charter guarantees freedom of conscience and religion, and equal treatment under the Ontario Human Rights Code.
Searches must comply with 1.9.2 Standards of Conduct and consider all accommodation options when making assessments.
Reasons for not accommodating a person must be clearly articulated in the memorandum book.
Members must document their actions in the memorandum book and complete appropriate sections of the Booking and Search Template.
Members must treat items of religious significance with respect and handle them appropriately.

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This quiz covers the procedures and mandatory notifications for conducting searches at a police station, particularly focusing on strip searches and the circumstances under which they are allowed. It also includes guidelines for the officers conducting the searches.