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What should officers do if they find discrepancies in a sex offender's information during contact?
What should officers do if they find discrepancies in a sex offender's information during contact?
When documenting a sex offender's significant physical appearance change, what action must an officer take?
When documenting a sex offender's significant physical appearance change, what action must an officer take?
What additional information should officers inquire about, even if the subject is on foot?
What additional information should officers inquire about, even if the subject is on foot?
What is required for an arrest to occur for registration violations?
What is required for an arrest to occur for registration violations?
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What must be done if an officer contacts a person not listed in the CCIC Sex Offender Registry but believes they should be registered?
What must be done if an officer contacts a person not listed in the CCIC Sex Offender Registry but believes they should be registered?
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Where should officers route the street check after documenting a discrepancy?
Where should officers route the street check after documenting a discrepancy?
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What time should an offender appear at the Sex Offender Registration Unit when issued a Request to Appear?
What time should an offender appear at the Sex Offender Registration Unit when issued a Request to Appear?
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What should an officer do after completing a street check without discrepancies?
What should an officer do after completing a street check without discrepancies?
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What is the purpose of the street check conducted by officers?
What is the purpose of the street check conducted by officers?
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What is emphasized as extremely important during contact with sex offenders?
What is emphasized as extremely important during contact with sex offenders?
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Study Notes
Sex Offender Contact Protocol
- Officers conduct street checks with sex offenders to verify current information like address, employment, vehicle, and phone numbers.
- Inconsistencies in offender information prompt the creation of a "Failure to register as a sex offender" Letter to Detective.
- A Request to Appear is issued to offenders for the next business day at 0900 hours at the Sex Offender Registration Unit, Police Administration Building, 1331 Cherokee Street.
Street Check Completion
- If offender information matches, a street check is completed and forwarded to the Sex Offender Registration Unit.
Vehicle Information Importance
- Vehicle details are vital for tracking sex offenders; officers must inquire about vehicles even when the offender is not present in a vehicle.
Changes in Physical Appearance
- Significant changes in the offender's appearance from their RMS photo must be documented and reported to detectives.
- Offenders experiencing appearance changes are issued a Request to Appear for an updated photograph at the Sex Offender Registration Unit.
Arrest Policy for Violations
- Arrests for registration violations are limited to instances with an active warrant or directives from the Sex Offender Registration Unit.
Criminal History Investigations
- During investigations, officers must check the CCIC database to determine if individuals with sexual crime arrests are registered as sex offenders.
- If the individual is not listed but appears to require registration, officers document the observation in the street check for follow-up actions by the Sex Offender Registration Unit.
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This quiz covers the protocols officers follow for verifying sex offender information, including street checks, documentation of vehicle details, and reporting changes in physical appearance. It highlights the importance of maintaining up-to-date records for effective monitoring of sex offenders.
