St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Body Worn Cameras Policy Quiz

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Who will be issued body-worn cameras according to the policy?

Officers in plainclothes

Only select members as determined by BWC system administrators

All law enforcement personnel regardless of rank

All law enforcement personnel below the rank of lieutenant (correct)

What is required before users can be authorized to use the BWC and FLEET systems?

Advanced educational qualifications

Written consent from senior officials

Completion of mandatory physical fitness training

Training in the operation of the systems (correct)

Whose property are the images and sounds recorded by a BWC or FLEET system?

The agency (correct)

The general public

The officer primarily using the camera

The BWC system administrators

In which uniform are deputies required to wear the BWC?

Class A uniform Signup and view all the answers

Where is the data captured by the agency’s BWC system stored?

Designated cloud-based storage location Signup and view all the answers

Who determines the select members exempt from being issued body-worn cameras?

BWC system administrators Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the BWC system according to the provided text?

To capture data for storage in the cloud Signup and view all the answers

What is a deputy's responsibility regarding the BWC?

Ensuring the device is charged and ready for use Signup and view all the answers

When should deputies activate their BWC or FLEET system?

Upon their arrival at the scene of any call for service Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should a deputy activate the BWC or FLEET system?

Arriving at the scene of any call for service Signup and view all the answers

When should the BWC be activated during emergency vehicle operations?

As soon as safely possible Signup and view all the answers

What is a deputy authorized to do upon arriving at a call for service?

Activate the BWC or FLEET system Signup and view all the answers

When should a deputy activate the BWC when acting as backup at a call?

Upon arrival at the scene Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a deputy to activate the BWC during emergency vehicle operations?

Engaging in emergency operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Body Worn Camera (BWC) system according to the policy?

To enhance officer safety and promote transparency Signup and view all the answers

What can agency personnel review their own digital recordings for?

Case preparation, training purposes, prior to providing a statement Signup and view all the answers

How long is the recording ability provided by the Body Worn Cameras (BWC)?

12 hours Signup and view all the answers

Why are deputies encouraged to review their BWC recordings when completing written reports?

To ensure accuracy and consistency of incident documentation Signup and view all the answers

Where are the Body Worn Cameras (BWCs) typically mounted on the deputies?

On the upper torso Signup and view all the answers

What does the policy aim to achieve through the use of Body Worn Cameras (BWC) and in-car video camera (FLEET) systems?

To promote trust, transparency, and officer safety Signup and view all the answers

Why are deputies not allowed to view other deputy's BWC footage for written report completion?

Because the recorded perspective is not that of the deputy completing the report Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the FLEET systems according to the policy?

To enhance officer safety Signup and view all the answers

How are all recordings from the BWC and FLEET systems classified?

Based on the disposition code Signup and view all the answers

In what manner can operators control the Body Worn Camera (BWC) recording according to the policy?

Operators can begin and end recordings Signup and view all the answers

What is the retention policy for recordings from the BWC and FLEET systems?

They shall be retained in accordance with state and federal requirements and agency policy guidelines Signup and view all the answers

Why are BWC and FLEET recordings considered official records?

To ensure accountability, transparency, and compliance Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential aspect of the usage of Body Worn Cameras (BWC) and in-car video camera (FLEET) systems as per the policy?

Enhance trust, accountability, and transparency Signup and view all the answers

Why do deputies categorize their BWC recordings based on the disposition code?

To manage and track the status and nature of the recording Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct protocol to follow in the event of a damaged, lost, or stolen Body Worn Camera (BWC)?

Immediately inform the System Administrator and complete a general offense report. Signup and view all the answers

What type of training is mandatory for all BWC operators before issuance and deployment?

Video and hands-on training covering policy and procedures. Signup and view all the answers

When should additional training be provided to BWC operators and System Administrators?

When changes in technology, state statutes, or other conditions require updated training. Signup and view all the answers

Who should have view-only access to the recorded events from the BWCs?

Operators, supervisors, and Criminal Investigations Division personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What should be covered in the training for System Administrators regarding BWCs?

Categorization, data transfer procedures, data access, security, and retention guidelines. Signup and view all the answers

What should operators be trained on related to malfunctioning BWCs?

Reporting improper recordings and preparing digital evidence for court. Signup and view all the answers

If a BWC is lost, what action should be taken by the personnel responsible for it?

Immediately report the loss to the deputy's supervisor or designee. Signup and view all the answers