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What is the time frame for reporting a duty-related injury?
What is the time frame for reporting a duty-related injury?
How much is the language incentive per month?
How much is the language incentive per month?
What is the maximum OT hours paid per calendar month?
What is the maximum OT hours paid per calendar month?
Who is responsible for ensuring the entire evaluation process is finalized within 5 days prior to the affected employee's review date?
Who is responsible for ensuring the entire evaluation process is finalized within 5 days prior to the affected employee's review date?
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What is the minimum age requirement for juvenile runaways to be referred to CSA?
What is the minimum age requirement for juvenile runaways to be referred to CSA?
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Which hospital is designated as D2?
Which hospital is designated as D2?
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What is the maximum travel time paid for workers' compensation medical appointments?
What is the maximum travel time paid for workers' compensation medical appointments?
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What is the duration of short-term leave?
What is the duration of short-term leave?
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When is a fire report initiated?
When is a fire report initiated?
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What is the BAC limit for UC HCSO?
What is the BAC limit for UC HCSO?
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What is required of personnel who use non-transitory text messaging for Sheriff's Office business?
What is required of personnel who use non-transitory text messaging for Sheriff's Office business?
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What type of information is typically included in a transitory message?
What type of information is typically included in a transitory message?
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Who is authorized to release investigative information to the media?
Who is authorized to release investigative information to the media?
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What information about a juvenile taken into custody for a felony offense may be released to the media?
What information about a juvenile taken into custody for a felony offense may be released to the media?
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Who serves as the chairperson of the Disciplinary Review Board?
Who serves as the chairperson of the Disciplinary Review Board?
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What is the minimum estimated property damage required to be classified as an accident?
What is the minimum estimated property damage required to be classified as an accident?
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How long may an employee be on leave without pay for rehabilitation purposes without specific permission?
How long may an employee be on leave without pay for rehabilitation purposes without specific permission?
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How long may an employee be required to remain at a collection site to provide a urine sample?
How long may an employee be required to remain at a collection site to provide a urine sample?
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How long does it take for OC effects to subside?
How long does it take for OC effects to subside?
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When can a BWC be deactivated for non-evidentiary recording?
When can a BWC be deactivated for non-evidentiary recording?
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What is the minimum amount of currency required for a supervisor to witness the seizure?
What is the minimum amount of currency required for a supervisor to witness the seizure?
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What is the time frame for submitting an Etrace?
What is the time frame for submitting an Etrace?
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Where are firearms seized or surrendered impounded?
Where are firearms seized or surrendered impounded?
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What is the time frame for a Baker Act subject to be evaluated by a physician?
What is the time frame for a Baker Act subject to be evaluated by a physician?
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What is the purpose of a PIT maneuver?
What is the purpose of a PIT maneuver?
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What is the age range for a child to be arrested for a forcible felony?
What is the age range for a child to be arrested for a forcible felony?
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What is the definition of a chronic truant?
What is the definition of a chronic truant?
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What is the requirement for APAD eligibility?
What is the requirement for APAD eligibility?
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What is the age requirement for a Silver Alert?
What is the age requirement for a Silver Alert?
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Who has the responsibility of handling express lanes when they are westbound?
Who has the responsibility of handling express lanes when they are westbound?
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What is the fine for a second Cannabis Civil Citation in Hillsborough County?
What is the fine for a second Cannabis Civil Citation in Hillsborough County?
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What is the percentage of THC that can be detected by an FRT test?
What is the percentage of THC that can be detected by an FRT test?
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What is the maximum amount of low THC that a qualified caregiver can possess without exception?
What is the maximum amount of low THC that a qualified caregiver can possess without exception?
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What is the minimum number of people required for an outdoor assembly on private property?
What is the minimum number of people required for an outdoor assembly on private property?
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What is the penalty for a clerk who sells vape products to someone under 21?
What is the penalty for a clerk who sells vape products to someone under 21?
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What is the minimum amount of time required for noise to persist for an Animal Noise Ordinance violation?
What is the minimum amount of time required for noise to persist for an Animal Noise Ordinance violation?
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What is the exemption for open carry of a firearm?
What is the exemption for open carry of a firearm?
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What is the amount of leave given to an officer who experiences a death of a family member?
What is the amount of leave given to an officer who experiences a death of a family member?
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What is the classification of a felony if someone commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age and the person was previously convicted of a violation?
What is the classification of a felony if someone commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age and the person was previously convicted of a violation?
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What is the minimum number of persons required to participate in a violent public disturbance to be considered a riot?
What is the minimum number of persons required to participate in a violent public disturbance to be considered a riot?
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What is the consequence of committing aggravated rioting?
What is the consequence of committing aggravated rioting?
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What is the minimum quantity of cannabis required to be considered trafficking?
What is the minimum quantity of cannabis required to be considered trafficking?
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What is the classification of a felony if someone incites a riot resulting in great bodily harm to another person not participating in the riot?
What is the classification of a felony if someone incites a riot resulting in great bodily harm to another person not participating in the riot?
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What is the mandatory minimum term of imprisonment for someone who knowingly sells, purchases, manufactures, delivers, or is in possession of 28 grams or more of cocaine?
What is the mandatory minimum term of imprisonment for someone who knowingly sells, purchases, manufactures, delivers, or is in possession of 28 grams or more of cocaine?
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What is the minimum quantity of oxycodone required to be considered trafficking?
What is the minimum quantity of oxycodone required to be considered trafficking?
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What is the consequence of committing trafficking in phencyclidine?
What is the consequence of committing trafficking in phencyclidine?
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What is the fine imposed on someone who commits aggravated inciting a riot resulting in property damage in excess of $5,000?
What is the fine imposed on someone who commits aggravated inciting a riot resulting in property damage in excess of $5,000?
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What is the classification of a felony if someone is 18 years of age or older and commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age?
What is the classification of a felony if someone is 18 years of age or older and commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age?
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What is the minimum quantity of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) that constitutes a felony of the first degree?
What is the minimum quantity of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) that constitutes a felony of the first degree?
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What is the minimum age requirement for a minor to possess a gun while hunting with an adult?
What is the minimum age requirement for a minor to possess a gun while hunting with an adult?
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What is the primary reason for having live cameras in schools?
What is the primary reason for having live cameras in schools?
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What is the cutoff year for an antique firearm?
What is the cutoff year for an antique firearm?
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What is the recommended approach to handling a threat in a school setting?
What is the recommended approach to handling a threat in a school setting?
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What is the purpose of having a unified command with EMS for critical incidents?
What is the purpose of having a unified command with EMS for critical incidents?
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What type of offenses must Law Enforcement Agencies report for both incidents and arrests?
What type of offenses must Law Enforcement Agencies report for both incidents and arrests?
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What is the recommended approach to active shooter training?
What is the recommended approach to active shooter training?
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What is the consequence of three violations of Rules and Regulations within one year?
What is the consequence of three violations of Rules and Regulations within one year?
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What is the age range for a victim of lewd or lascivious battery?
What is the age range for a victim of lewd or lascivious battery?
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What is the purpose of having a staging area outside of the command post?
What is the purpose of having a staging area outside of the command post?
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What is the punishment for an offender 18 years or older who commits lewd or lascivious battery?
What is the punishment for an offender 18 years or older who commits lewd or lascivious battery?
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What is the age of the victim in lewd or lascivious molestation for it to be a life felony?
What is the age of the victim in lewd or lascivious molestation for it to be a life felony?
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What is the punishment for an offender less than 18 years of age who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age?
What is the punishment for an offender less than 18 years of age who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age?
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What is the purpose of the FBI's UCR Program?
What is the purpose of the FBI's UCR Program?
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What is the time frame for reporting sick before a shift?
What is the time frame for reporting sick before a shift?
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Personnel who utilize non-transitory text messaging for Sheriff’s Office business/communication on any type of phone shall screen shot any and all text messages sent and/or received.
Personnel who utilize non-transitory text messaging for Sheriff’s Office business/communication on any type of phone shall screen shot any and all text messages sent and/or received.
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Transitory messages are used to communicate substantive information.
Transitory messages are used to communicate substantive information.
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Investigative information can be released to the media by any personnel.
Investigative information can be released to the media by any personnel.
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The Disciplinary Review Board consists of a Department Commander, the Commanders of the remaining Departments, and the Chief Legal Counsel.
The Disciplinary Review Board consists of a Department Commander, the Commanders of the remaining Departments, and the Chief Legal Counsel.
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An accident is classified as any incident in which an employee injury requires medical attention beyond first aid.
An accident is classified as any incident in which an employee injury requires medical attention beyond first aid.
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Leave without pay for rehabilitation purposes cannot exceed 90 days without specific permission of the Sheriff.
Leave without pay for rehabilitation purposes cannot exceed 90 days without specific permission of the Sheriff.
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Employees have up to 2 hours to report to the Collection Site for urine sample collection.
Employees have up to 2 hours to report to the Collection Site for urine sample collection.
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The Shift Commander is responsible for ensuring an employee reports to the Collection Site within the specified time frame.
The Shift Commander is responsible for ensuring an employee reports to the Collection Site within the specified time frame.
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A supervisor within the chain of command must route the evaluation to the next available level if they are going to be on leave for less than 10 days.
A supervisor within the chain of command must route the evaluation to the next available level if they are going to be on leave for less than 10 days.
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Deputies shall remain on relieved of duty status for 48 hours following a traumatic incident.
Deputies shall remain on relieved of duty status for 48 hours following a traumatic incident.
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A report shall be initiated if a child is 10 or younger and receives NARCAN or AED.
A report shall be initiated if a child is 10 or younger and receives NARCAN or AED.
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Lost firearms can be reported online.
Lost firearms can be reported online.
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Elderly referrals can be made for individuals 55 years or older who suffer from mental or physical incapacitations.
Elderly referrals can be made for individuals 55 years or older who suffer from mental or physical incapacitations.
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A non-reportable vehicle crash is one that results in property damage over $1,000.
A non-reportable vehicle crash is one that results in property damage over $1,000.
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A juvenile runaway may be referred to CSA if they are 10 years or older and is a habitual runaway.
A juvenile runaway may be referred to CSA if they are 10 years or older and is a habitual runaway.
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Short-term leave can be taken for up to 12 weeks.
Short-term leave can be taken for up to 12 weeks.
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FMLA provides up to 20 weeks of leave.
FMLA provides up to 20 weeks of leave.
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Travel time is paid for any event within Hillsborough County.
Travel time is paid for any event within Hillsborough County.
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The language incentive is $200 per month.
The language incentive is $200 per month.
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It takes approximately 90 minutes for OC effects to subside.
It takes approximately 90 minutes for OC effects to subside.
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A BWC can be deactivated for non-evidentiary recording anytime.
A BWC can be deactivated for non-evidentiary recording anytime.
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Abandoned vehicles exceeding 48 hours can be towed away.
Abandoned vehicles exceeding 48 hours can be towed away.
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Forfeiture is only applicable to narcotics activity.
Forfeiture is only applicable to narcotics activity.
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A witness must be a supervisor for a seizure of $500 or more.
A witness must be a supervisor for a seizure of $500 or more.
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Firearms seized or surrendered are impounded at the district.
Firearms seized or surrendered are impounded at the district.
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A subject must be evaluated by a physician within 72 hours of a Baker Act.
A subject must be evaluated by a physician within 72 hours of a Baker Act.
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A PIT maneuver requires a forcible felony.
A PIT maneuver requires a forcible felony.
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A child must be at least 7 years old to be arrested for a forcible felony.
A child must be at least 7 years old to be arrested for a forcible felony.
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APAD eligibility requires no prior DUI, misdemeanor, or felony convictions.
APAD eligibility requires no prior DUI, misdemeanor, or felony convictions.
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A person who has participated in APAD in the last 2 years is eligible for the program.
A person who has participated in APAD in the last 2 years is eligible for the program.
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Silver alert is issued for individuals 60 years old or younger.
Silver alert is issued for individuals 60 years old or younger.
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Disorderly intoxication is a felony that makes a person ineligible for the program.
Disorderly intoxication is a felony that makes a person ineligible for the program.
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HCSO has the responsibility of handling express lanes when they are eastbound.
HCSO has the responsibility of handling express lanes when they are eastbound.
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A person who has been arrested for stalking is eligible for the program.
A person who has been arrested for stalking is eligible for the program.
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Medical marijuana can be smoked on public transportation.
Medical marijuana can be smoked on public transportation.
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HOAs are allowed to restrict LEOs from parking their vehicles in assigned or guest parking.
HOAs are allowed to restrict LEOs from parking their vehicles in assigned or guest parking.
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A clerk who sells vape products to someone under 21 is guilty of a first-degree misdemeanor.
A clerk who sells vape products to someone under 21 is guilty of a first-degree misdemeanor.
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A person who commits aggravated rioting is guilty of a second-degree felony.
A person who commits aggravated rioting is guilty of a second-degree felony.
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A person who experiences a death of a family member is given 40 hours of leave.
A person who experiences a death of a family member is given 40 hours of leave.
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According to Florida law, 14 grams or more of amphetamine or methamphetamine is considered a felony of the first degree.
According to Florida law, 14 grams or more of amphetamine or methamphetamine is considered a felony of the first degree.
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A security failure in a school includes the lack of an established policy on the locking and staffing of doors and gates on campus.
A security failure in a school includes the lack of an established policy on the locking and staffing of doors and gates on campus.
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Deputies who do not perform their law enforcement duties properly should not be investigated by IA.
Deputies who do not perform their law enforcement duties properly should not be investigated by IA.
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Schools should have live cameras that are accessible to law enforcement.
Schools should have live cameras that are accessible to law enforcement.
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A minor at least 16 years old can possess a gun without an adult if they are participating in a marksmanship contest.
A minor at least 16 years old can possess a gun without an adult if they are participating in a marksmanship contest.
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An antique firearm is defined as a firearm made after 1918.
An antique firearm is defined as a firearm made after 1918.
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The incident commander should not be present at the command post during a critical incident.
The incident commander should not be present at the command post during a critical incident.
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The policy should prioritize containment over taking out the threat during an active shooter incident.
The policy should prioritize containment over taking out the threat during an active shooter incident.
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For NIBRS, LEAs must report all Group A and Group B offenses within a particular incident.
For NIBRS, LEAs must report all Group A and Group B offenses within a particular incident.
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If an employee is sick, they must report at least 2 hours prior to starting their shift.
If an employee is sick, they must report at least 2 hours prior to starting their shift.
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A person who commits lewd or lascivious battery commits a felony of the first degree.
A person who commits lewd or lascivious battery commits a felony of the first degree.
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An offender less than 18 years of age who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim less than 12 years of age commits a life felony.
An offender less than 18 years of age who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim less than 12 years of age commits a life felony.
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A person commits lewd or lascivious battery by engaging in sexual activity with a person 16 years of age or older.
A person commits lewd or lascivious battery by engaging in sexual activity with a person 16 years of age or older.
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Three violations of the Rules and Regulations within one year, which are subsequently sustained by a formal disposition at the conclusion of the disciplinary process, shall constitute a continued failure to maintain and demonstrate knowledge of Rules and Regulations or Standard Operating Procedures.
Three violations of the Rules and Regulations within one year, which are subsequently sustained by a formal disposition at the conclusion of the disciplinary process, shall constitute a continued failure to maintain and demonstrate knowledge of Rules and Regulations or Standard Operating Procedures.
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LEAs must report both incidents and arrests for Group B offenses.
LEAs must report both incidents and arrests for Group B offenses.
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An offender 18 years of age or older who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim less than 12 years of age commits a life felony.
An offender 18 years of age or older who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim less than 12 years of age commits a life felony.
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A person who commits a riot commits a felony of the first degree.
A person who commits a riot commits a felony of the first degree.
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A person who commits aggravated rioting commits a felony of the second degree.
A person who commits aggravated rioting commits a felony of the second degree.
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A person who incites a riot resulting in property damage in excess of $5,000 commits a felony of the second degree.
A person who incites a riot resulting in property damage in excess of $5,000 commits a felony of the second degree.
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Trafficking in cannabis involves quantities of 25 pounds or more of cannabis or 300 or more cannabis plants.
Trafficking in cannabis involves quantities of 25 pounds or more of cannabis or 300 or more cannabis plants.
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A person who knowingly sells, purchases, manufactures, delivers, or is in possession of 28 grams or more of cocaine commits a felony of the third degree.
A person who knowingly sells, purchases, manufactures, delivers, or is in possession of 28 grams or more of cocaine commits a felony of the third degree.
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A person who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age and the person was previously convicted of a violation commits a felony of the second degree.
A person who commits lewd or lascivious molestation against a victim 12 years of age or older but less than 16 years of age and the person was previously convicted of a violation commits a felony of the second degree.
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A person who commits aggravated inciting a riot resulting in property damage in excess of $5,000 is punishable by a fine of $10,000.
A person who commits aggravated inciting a riot resulting in property damage in excess of $5,000 is punishable by a fine of $10,000.
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A person who commits trafficking in phencyclidine commits a felony of the second degree.
A person who commits trafficking in phencyclidine commits a felony of the second degree.
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A person who commits rioting and causes great bodily harm to a person not participating in the riot commits a felony of the first degree.
A person who commits rioting and causes great bodily harm to a person not participating in the riot commits a felony of the first degree.
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A person who incites a riot resulting in great bodily harm to another person not participating in the riot commits a felony of the second degree.
A person who incites a riot resulting in great bodily harm to another person not participating in the riot commits a felony of the second degree.
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Study Notes
Personnel and Communication
- Non-transitory text messaging for Sheriff's Office business requires screenshotting of all sent and received messages.
- Transitory messages are short-term value communications that do not include substantive information.
Investigations and Information Release
- Investigative information can only be released by the Public Affairs Officer or supervisory personnel responsible for the investigation, in compliance with legal requirements.
- Information to be released to the media includes property taken, with value estimated to the nearest hundred dollars (except for monies taken in a robbery or embezzlement), names, addresses, and booking photographs of juveniles taken into custody for a felony offense, and criminal records of adults.
Disciplinary Review Board
- The Board consists of a Department Commander, Commanders of remaining Departments, Chief Legal Counsel or representative, District/Division Commander, and a representative from the Professional Standards Section.
Accidents and Leave
- An "accident" is any incident resulting in employee injury that cannot be classified as first aid under Florida Workers' Compensation Statutes, or property damage estimated at $100 or more.
- Leave without pay for rehabilitation is limited to 90 days without specific permission of the Sheriff.
Employee Testing
- Employees must report to a Collection Site within one hour of notification and remain for up to three hours to provide a urine sample.
- Shift Commanders will respond to Collection Sites.
Evaluations and Promotions
- Evaluations must be finalized within five days prior to an employee's review date.
- If a supervisor is going to be on leave for more than ten days, it is their responsibility to route the evaluation to the next available level.
Compensation and Benefits
- Maximum overtime pay is 48 hours per calendar month.
- Language incentive pay ranges from $100 to $150 per month, and hazard pay is $150 per month.
- Cell phone stipend ranges from $25 to $65.
Travel and Time Off
- Travel time is not paid for events within Hillsborough County, except for off-duty court appearances, workers' compensation doctor's appointments, depositions, or emergency call-outs.
- Reporting duty-related injuries must occur within 30 days.
Traumatic Events
- Traumatic event victims shall be referred to a psychological professional within 72 hours of the incident.
- Scene commanders of major incidents shall determine the need for demobilization services.
Short-Term Leave and FMLA
- Short-term leave is available for up to 24 weeks.
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides up to 12 weeks (504 hours for 84-hour period employees).
Miscellaneous
- Juvenile runaways can be referred to the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) if they are 12 years or older and a habitual runaway (third-time reported as a runaway within one year).
- Specific hospitals are designated for certain treatments (e.g., TGH for D2, St. Joseph's for D3).
- James Haley Veterans Hospital handles theft/destruction of government property, which is investigated by the FBI. Violations of local or state laws are investigated by HCSO.### Drug Trafficking Offenses
- 28 grams or more of cocaine is considered a trafficking offense
- 4 grams or more of morphine, opium, hydromorphone, or any salt, derivative, isomer, or salt of is a trafficking offense
- 7 grams or more of oxycodone is a trafficking offense
- 4 grams or more of certain drugs, including alfentanil, carfentanil, fentanyl, sufentanil, and fentanyl derivatives, is a trafficking offense
- If the quantity of certain drugs is 4 grams or more, but less than 14 grams, the offender shall be sentenced to a minimum term of imprisonment of 3 years and a fine of $50,000
Other Drug Offenses
- 28 grams or more of phencyclidine or a substituted phenylcyclohexylamine is a felony of the first degree
- 14 grams or more of amphetamine or methamphetamine, or any mixture containing these drugs, is a felony of the first degree
- 1 gram or more of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) or any mixture containing LSD is a felony of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084
MSD Report Recommendations
- 50% of weapons were stolen in active shooter incidents
- Schools should have a policy on locking and staffing of doors and gates on campus
- School resource officers (SROs) should walk with personnel to identify possible problems or targets
- There should be separate channels for tactical and administrative tasks
- Deputies who do not perform their law enforcement duties properly should be investigated by internal affairs
- Schools should have live cameras that are accessible to law enforcement
- Law enforcement should have unified commands with emergency medical services (EMS) for critical incidents, and protocols
- Incident commanders should be present at the command post and follow incident command system protocols
- Staging areas should be outside of command posts and follow standard protocol for meeting electing officials
- Policy should state that threats need to be taken out, and containment is no longer used
- Active shooter training should be increased
- Single response for shooters should be required
Personnel and Communication
- Non-transitory text messaging for Sheriff's Office business requires screenshotting of all sent and received messages.
- Transitory messages are short-term value communications that do not include substantive information.
Investigations and Information Release
- Investigative information can only be released by the Public Affairs Officer or supervisory personnel responsible for the investigation, in compliance with legal requirements.
- Information to be released to the media includes property taken, with value estimated to the nearest hundred dollars (except for monies taken in a robbery or embezzlement), names, addresses, and booking photographs of juveniles taken into custody for a felony offense, and criminal records of adults.
Disciplinary Review Board
- The Board consists of a Department Commander, Commanders of remaining Departments, Chief Legal Counsel or representative, District/Division Commander, and a representative from the Professional Standards Section.
Accidents and Leave
- An "accident" is any incident resulting in employee injury that cannot be classified as first aid under Florida Workers' Compensation Statutes, or property damage estimated at $100 or more.
- Leave without pay for rehabilitation is limited to 90 days without specific permission of the Sheriff.
Employee Testing
- Employees must report to a Collection Site within one hour of notification and remain for up to three hours to provide a urine sample.
- Shift Commanders will respond to Collection Sites.
Evaluations and Promotions
- Evaluations must be finalized within five days prior to an employee's review date.
- If a supervisor is going to be on leave for more than ten days, it is their responsibility to route the evaluation to the next available level.
Compensation and Benefits
- Maximum overtime pay is 48 hours per calendar month.
- Language incentive pay ranges from $100 to $150 per month, and hazard pay is $150 per month.
- Cell phone stipend ranges from $25 to $65.
Travel and Time Off
- Travel time is not paid for events within Hillsborough County, except for off-duty court appearances, workers' compensation doctor's appointments, depositions, or emergency call-outs.
- Reporting duty-related injuries must occur within 30 days.
Traumatic Events
- Traumatic event victims shall be referred to a psychological professional within 72 hours of the incident.
- Scene commanders of major incidents shall determine the need for demobilization services.
Short-Term Leave and FMLA
- Short-term leave is available for up to 24 weeks.
- Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides up to 12 weeks (504 hours for 84-hour period employees).
Miscellaneous
- Juvenile runaways can be referred to the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) if they are 12 years or older and a habitual runaway (third-time reported as a runaway within one year).
- Specific hospitals are designated for certain treatments (e.g., TGH for D2, St. Joseph's for D3).
- James Haley Veterans Hospital handles theft/destruction of government property, which is investigated by the FBI. Violations of local or state laws are investigated by HCSO.### Drug Trafficking Offenses
- 28 grams or more of cocaine is considered a trafficking offense
- 4 grams or more of morphine, opium, hydromorphone, or any salt, derivative, isomer, or salt of is a trafficking offense
- 7 grams or more of oxycodone is a trafficking offense
- 4 grams or more of certain drugs, including alfentanil, carfentanil, fentanyl, sufentanil, and fentanyl derivatives, is a trafficking offense
- If the quantity of certain drugs is 4 grams or more, but less than 14 grams, the offender shall be sentenced to a minimum term of imprisonment of 3 years and a fine of $50,000
Other Drug Offenses
- 28 grams or more of phencyclidine or a substituted phenylcyclohexylamine is a felony of the first degree
- 14 grams or more of amphetamine or methamphetamine, or any mixture containing these drugs, is a felony of the first degree
- 1 gram or more of lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) or any mixture containing LSD is a felony of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082, s. 775.083, or s. 775.084
MSD Report Recommendations
- 50% of weapons were stolen in active shooter incidents
- Schools should have a policy on locking and staffing of doors and gates on campus
- School resource officers (SROs) should walk with personnel to identify possible problems or targets
- There should be separate channels for tactical and administrative tasks
- Deputies who do not perform their law enforcement duties properly should be investigated by internal affairs
- Schools should have live cameras that are accessible to law enforcement
- Law enforcement should have unified commands with emergency medical services (EMS) for critical incidents, and protocols
- Incident commanders should be present at the command post and follow incident command system protocols
- Staging areas should be outside of command posts and follow standard protocol for meeting electing officials
- Policy should state that threats need to be taken out, and containment is no longer used
- Active shooter training should be increased
- Single response for shooters should be required
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Learn about the policies and procedures for Sheriff's Office employees using text messaging for work-related communication. Understand the difference between transitory and non-transitory messages.