Sheriff's Policy Manual: Referral of Services

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What is the primary reason for employees not to recommend or suggest professional or commercial services while on-duty?

To avoid liability for the service provided

To minimize the workload of employees

To ensure fair competition among service providers

To avoid any potential conflict of interest (correct)

In the case of towing service, what should the deputy request if the person needing the service is unwilling or unable to procure it?

A tow truck with the lowest price

The fastest available tow truck

The nearest available tow truck

A BSO-approved tow truck (correct)

Who should the deputy contact to request an ambulance if the person is unable or unwilling to procure it?

Communications (correct)

The ambulance service provider

The nearest hospital

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

What type of services are mentioned in the policy as examples of professional or commercial services?

Attorney, alarm company, towing service, bonding agent, mortician, etc. Signup and view all the answers

In what capacity are employees allowed to recommend or suggest professional or commercial services?

In personal business transactions Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason behind the gift policy in the Sheriff's Policy Manual?

To ensure that employees do not receive gifts that may influence their official conduct Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a conflict of interest in the Sheriff's Policy Manual?

A situation where an employee has a private interest that tends to lead to disregard of their public duty Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'corruptly' mean in the context of the Sheriff's Policy Manual?

Done with a wrongful intent and for the purpose of obtaining a benefit Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the policy on gifts and gratuities?

To state that there is no legitimate reason for an employee to receive a gratuity for properly performing their duties Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a business entity in the Sheriff's Policy Manual?

Any corporation, partnership, limited partnership, proprietorship, firm, enterprise, franchise, association, self-employed individual, or trust Signup and view all the answers

What is the expectation from the public regarding ethical standards from Sheriff's office employees?

The highest ethical standards Signup and view all the answers

What is the Sheriff's Policy Manual's stance on receiving gratuities for properly performing duties?

It is not acceptable under any circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What is the intent of the policy on gifts and gratuities in the Sheriff's Policy Manual?

To state that there is no legitimate reason for an employee to receive a gratuity for properly performing their duties Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a 'gratuity' according to the Sheriff's Office policy?

Something of value given voluntarily to an employee for an action beyond official conduct Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for prohibiting employees from soliciting or accepting gifts or gratuities?

To prevent employees from being influenced by the gift or gratuity Signup and view all the answers

What type of organization is exempt from the gift policy?

A state, regional, or national organization that promotes the exchange of ideas between governmental officials Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered a 'lobbyist' according to the Sheriff's Office policy?

Any person who, for compensation, seeks to influence governmental decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What is the effective date of the revised policy?

03/20/2017 Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'immediate family' according to the Sheriff's Office policy?

Any parent, spouse, child, or sibling Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the policy?

To ensure that employees do not engage in conflicts of interest Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an employee soliciting or accepting a gift or gratuity in violation of the policy?

The employee will be subject to disciplinary action Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for an employee of this agency and their immediate family?

Accepting gifts or gratuities when the employee should know it was given to influence an action Signup and view all the answers

What is an employee of this agency prohibited from using to secure a special privilege or benefit?

Their official position or property within their trust Signup and view all the answers

What type of employment or contractual relationship is excluded from the policy?

Collective bargaining agreement Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an employee corruptly using their official position or property?

Criminal charge Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the policy?

To prevent conflicts of interest and ensure ethical conduct Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited for an employee of this agency and their immediate family in relation to business entities?

Holding any employment or contractual relationship Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of an employee having a recurring conflict between their private interests and public duties?

Ethics violation Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy intended to prevent?

Conflicts of interest and corruption Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Referral of Services

Employees are not allowed to recommend or suggest specific professional or commercial services (e.g. attorney, alarm company, towing service, bonding agent, mortician, etc.) while on-duty, except in personal business transactions.
This policy applies to towing services, ambulance services, and other similar services.

Towing Services

If towing service is needed and the person requiring the service is unwilling or unable to procure it, the deputy will request a BSO-approved tow truck.
The deputy will not recommend a specific towing service, but will instead follow the BSO-approved procedure.

Ambulance Services

If ambulance services are needed and the person requiring the service is unable or unwilling to procure it, the deputy will contact Communications to request an ambulance.
The deputy will not recommend a specific ambulance service, but will instead follow the standard procedure for requesting emergency services.

Gifts and Gratuitities Policy

The policy aims to maintain the highest ethical standards among employees, ensuring that gifts or gratuities do not influence their official conduct or create the appearance of impropriety.

Definitions

A "Business Associate" is a person or entity engaged in business with an employee as a partner, joint venturer, corporate shareholder, or co-owner of property.
A "Business Entity" includes corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships, proprietorships, firms, enterprises, franchises, associations, self-employed individuals, or trusts.
A "Conflict of Interest" occurs when an employee's private interests lead to disregard of public duty or interest.
"Corruptly" means actions taken with wrongful intent to obtain benefits inconsistent with official duties.

Policy Prohibitions

Employees cannot solicit or accept gifts or gratuities not generally available to others if they are based on the understanding that their actions will be influenced.
Employees cannot purchase, rent, or lease realty, goods, or services from business entities in which they or their immediate family have a material interest.
Employees cannot accept gifts or gratuities that were given to influence their official actions.
Employees cannot use their official position or resources to secure special privileges or benefits for themselves or others.
Employees cannot have employment or contractual relationships with business entities that do business with the Broward Sheriff's Office.

Conflicts of Interest

Employees or their immediate family cannot hold employment or contractual relationships that create recurring conflicts between private interests and public duties.

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Quiz on sheriff's policy regarding referral of services, including towing and ambulance services, while on-duty or in an official capacity.