16 Questions
What is the primary goal of criminal profiling?
To identify suspicious behavior and develop a legal basis to stop them for questioning
What is the definition of probable cause?
Facts and circumstances that lead a reasonable person to believe an offense has been committed
What is the main difference between criminal profiling and bias based profiling?
Criminal profiling is based on behavior, while bias based profiling is based on race or ethnicity
What happens to complaints of bias based profiling?
They are handled by the deputy's immediate supervisor
What is the purpose of the annual administrative review of biased based profiling complaints?
To summarize any profiling complaints, including the finding as to whether they were sustained, unfounded, unsubstantiated, or exonerated due to policy failure
What is required for a law enforcement officer to stop an individual for questioning?
A legal basis, consistent with the Fourth Amendment
What is the definition of reasonable suspicion?
A set of articulable facts and circumstances that would warrant a person of reasonable caution
What is the relationship between S.O.P. 124:00 and S.O.P. 122.02?
S.O.P. 122.02 handles complaints of bias based profiling, while S.O.P. 124:00 handles the review of these complaints
Criminal profiling is based solely on an individual's race or ethnicity.
False
Probable cause is required to make an arrest.
True
Reasonable suspicion is based on a single articulable fact.
False
A deputy's immediate supervisor is not responsible for handling complaints of bias-based profiling.
False
The Professional Standards Section conducts a quarterly review of biased-based profiling complaints.
False
Criminal profiling is the exercise of law enforcement authority based on race or ethnicity.
False
Reasonable suspicion is required to stop an individual for questioning.
True
The annual administrative review of biased-based profiling complaints is optional.
False
Study Notes
Criminal Profiling vs Bias-Based Profiling
- Criminal profiling is an investigative method used to identify suspicious behavior and develop a legal basis to stop individuals for questioning.
- Bias-based profiling is the exercise of law enforcement authority based solely on an individual's race or ethnicity, and should not be confused with criminal profiling.
Key Legal Concepts
- Probable Cause: when the facts and circumstances are sufficient for a reasonable person to conclude that an offense has been committed.
- Reasonable Suspicion: suspicion based on articulable facts and circumstances that would warrant a person of reasonable caution in believing that an infraction of the law has been committed.
Handling Bias-Based Profiling Complaints
- Complaints of bias-based profiling shall be handled by the deputy's immediate supervisor.
- Complaints shall be handled according to S.O.P. 122.02.
Annual Review of Bias-Based Profiling Complaints
- The Professional Standards Section shall conduct an annual administrative review of biased-based profiling complaints.
- The review shall summarize any profiling complaints, including the findings, whether they were sustained, unfounded, unsubstantiated, or exonerated due to policy failure.
Criminal Profiling vs Bias-Based Profiling
- Criminal profiling is an investigative method used to identify suspicious behavior and develop a legal basis to stop individuals for questioning.
- Bias-based profiling is the exercise of law enforcement authority based solely on an individual's race or ethnicity, and should not be confused with criminal profiling.
Key Legal Concepts
- Probable Cause: when the facts and circumstances are sufficient for a reasonable person to conclude that an offense has been committed.
- Reasonable Suspicion: suspicion based on articulable facts and circumstances that would warrant a person of reasonable caution in believing that an infraction of the law has been committed.
Handling Bias-Based Profiling Complaints
- Complaints of bias-based profiling shall be handled by the deputy's immediate supervisor.
- Complaints shall be handled according to S.O.P. 122.02.
Annual Review of Bias-Based Profiling Complaints
- The Professional Standards Section shall conduct an annual administrative review of biased-based profiling complaints.
- The review shall summarize any profiling complaints, including the findings, whether they were sustained, unfounded, unsubstantiated, or exonerated due to policy failure.
This quiz covers the differences between criminal profiling and bias-based profiling, with a focus on law enforcement practices and Fourth Amendment considerations.
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