St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Domestic Violence Policy Quiz
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What is the main purpose of the Domestic Violence Policy mentioned in the text?

  • Reduce the incidence and severity of domestic violence (correct)
  • Protect perpetrators of domestic violence
  • Increase the incidence and severity of domestic violence
  • Promote officer safety by reducing support services

Which entities are covered by the policy in terms of investigating allegations of domestic violence?

  • St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office and other law enforcement agencies (correct)
  • Any civilian individual involved in a domestic violence incident
  • Only St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office employees
  • Only law enforcement agencies outside the county

What type of training is required for all personnel designated to handle domestic violence investigations?

  • Competency-based training (correct)
  • Physical fitness training
  • Field training only
  • Self-defense training

Which statute provides definitions for 'domestic violence', 'dating violence', and other related terms?

<p>FS 741.28 and 784.046 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do employees dealing primarily with domestic violence cases need advanced training?

<p>To ensure competency in handling complex cases (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the purposes of the policy regarding domestic violence response?

<p>To provide support to victims (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What standardization accreditation is mentioned in the policy related to domestic violence?

<p>CALEA: 55.1.1, 55.2.2, 55.2.3 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of the policy regarding domestic violence investigations involving employees?

<p>To ensure the safety of the victims (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of law enforcement is meant to be improved through the Domestic Violence Policy?

<p>Handling of domestic violence calls (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred response in situations where probable cause exists in domestic violence cases?

<p>Pursuing an arrest (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many deputies should Communications ideally dispatch to the scene in domestic violence situations?

<p>Two deputies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What responsibility does Communications have regarding victims with special needs in the context of domestic violence?

<p>Attempt to provide appropriate resources and inform responding deputies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should Communications not inquire about from the victim in domestic violence cases?

<p>Whether the victim plans to participate in later prosecution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the event of a domestic violence crime in progress, what should Communications instruct the victim to do over the phone?

<p>Stay on the phone and not hang up, even if away from the scene (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is prioritized by law enforcement in situations involving domestic violence?

<p>Ensuring victim's safety and referral to appropriate services (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is an interpreter resource recommended in cases of special needs in domestic violence situations?

<p>To provide accurate interpretation without bias (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does law enforcement's active pursuit of domestic violence investigations indicate?

<p>Proactive stance towards addressing domestic violence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action should Communications prioritize regarding dispatch in domestic violence situations?

<p>Dispatching units promptly in all domestic violence situations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a domestic violence report prepared by a deputy NOT include?

<p>Description of steps taken to locate witnesses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If no arrest was made in a domestic violence case, the deputy must notify the victim of the reasons for not making an arrest to...

<p>Clarify to the victim why they were not arrested (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be sent to the nearest certified domestic violence center free of charge?

<p>A copy of the written report prepared by the deputy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a domestic violence report, what should the deputy do if the victim refuses medical treatment?

<p>Include a description of the refused treatment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of a domestic violence report?

<p>List of all EMS personnel present (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the important elements that is NOT required in a domestic violence report?

<p>List of all deputies who previously visited the scene (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sending a copy of the domestic violence report to the nearest certified domestic violence center?

<p>For record-keeping and potential follow-up support (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of domestic violence reports, who is required to receive the 'Rights and Remedies' pamphlet?

<p>Only the victim (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information is NOT needed for assessment of bond in a domestic violence report?

<p>Details of the suspect's past crimes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct procedure for an agency employee listed as a victim of domestic violence?

<p>Notify their immediate Supervisor prior to the next duty assignment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In accordance with FS 741.313, how many working days of leave can an employee request in a twelve-month period due to domestic violence?

<p>Up to three (3) working days (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen if an agency employee is arrested?

<p>The Supervisor will notify the employee’s Division Director via chain of command (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required from a Sheriff’s Office employee listed in a domestic/dating violence injunction?

<p>To inform their Immediate Supervisor promptly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a Sheriff’s Office employee is listed as a Petitioner in a domestic violence injunction, what action is required?

<p>Promptly notify the Immediate Supervisor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to all assigned equipment, including firearms, if a sworn employee is arrested and placed on administrative leave?

<p>It is surrendered to the agency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do if they are a victim of domestic violence according to policy?

<p>Notify their chain of command of the case status (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should an employee handle being listed in a domestic violence injunction?

<p>Inform their chain of command promptly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the response if a sworn employee is placed on administrative leave due to an arrest?

<p>The equipment must be surrendered to the agency (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required of the employee in regards to informing their chain of command?

<p>Submit a weekly report on their case status (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario may a temporary reassignment be necessary for both the Petitioner and Respondent employees?

<p>When they are both employed by the same agency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a deputy serve with a temporary injunction have to surrender to their immediate Supervisor?

<p>Duty firearms, ammunition(s), and agency vehicle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What additional order must the deputy comply with in regards to firearms and ammunition?

<p>Surrender any personally owned firearms and ammunition to their superior (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a property receipt in this context?

<p>To document any and all firearms and ammunitions received by the agency (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action is required for deputies served with a temporary injunction?

<p>They shall be temporarily reassigned to an administrative position (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about the surrender of firearms and ammunition?

<p>Deputies must surrender all personally owned firearms as per court order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What document is used to record firearms and ammunition received by the agency?

<p>Property Receipt (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which action is NOT required of a deputy served with a temporary injunction?

<p>Stay on their regular duty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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