37 Questions
When will the employee be given the chance to review all evidence before being interviewed?
Before being interviewed
How are complaints by inmates against Law Enforcement / Corrections personnel handled?
Following State Law procedures
When are notifications sent to the complainant in a complaint case?
Before the investigative interview
Who is responsible for sending a written letter to the complainant after receiving a complaint?
Internal Affairs Investigator
How are final notifications of complaint investigation handled?
Forwarded to the Division Director
Who reviews the Supervisor Inquiry Investigation after it is forwarded by the Division Director?
Internal Affairs Lieutenant
What happens after the Division Director reviews the Supervisor Inquiry Investigation?
Investigation is extended
What is the purpose of documenting all interviews according to the text?
To ensure compliance with BlueTeam requirements
In the context of SI investigations, why are written statements obtained?
To complete documentation in BlueTeam
When is it required to make contact in person during SI investigations?
It is always preferable during the investigation
What is the significance of using BlueTeam for completing documentation in SI investigations?
It provides a centralized platform for record-keeping
What type of resolution is documented as 'counseled' in the BlueTeam system?
Informal discipline
Who reviews the completed BlueTeam report before it is sent to Internal Affairs?
Affected Division Directors
What is the maximum timeframe allowed for forwarding SI investigations to Internal Affairs after Division Director review?
10 calendar days
What is the purpose of the Internal Affairs Policy 52.1?
To establish standards for handling complaints against agency employees
What is an Administrative Inquiry in the context of the text?
A detailed examination of facts to determine the validity of a complaint
What is the purpose of a Garrity Warning, as mentioned in the text?
To remind employees of the need for truthfulness during an administrative inquiry
Which part of the agency is the Internal Affairs Policy applicable to?
The St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office
Which standard does the Internal Affairs Policy overlap with?
Disciplinary Procedures
What is the primary emphasis of the Internal Affairs Policy?
Upholding ethical standards and addressing misconduct within the agency
What is crucial for citizens to have in the Sheriff's Office?
Confidence
What should the employee be informed of prior to any interview?
The nature of the inquiry
During an interview, what information should the employee be informed about?
The names of all complainants and witnesses
Which warning should the employee be advised of?
Garrity Warning
What is a requirement regarding the timing of interview sessions?
They should allow for personal necessities and rest periods
What is explicitly prohibited during the employee interview sessions?
Promising rewards for answering questions
How should the formal interview of the employee be documented?
With all recess periods recorded as well
When conducting an interview at the Sheriff's Office, who should inform the employee of the relevant information?
The officer in charge
What is the confidentiality status of a complaint filed against a Law Enforcement / Corrections deputy according to FS 112.533?
Confidential until the conclusion of the administrative inquiry/Internal Affairs investigation
In what circumstances does FS 112.533 state that complaints received by email will be investigated?
If the complaint can be verified by contact with the complainant in person, by phone, or by mail
Which means of communication is NOT considered confidential as per FS 112.533?
Electronic mail
When are complaints and related information open to inspection, according to FS 112.533?
Upon the conclusion of the administrative inquiry/Internal Affairs investigation
What action is required to verify complaints received by email?
Verification by contact with the complainant in person, by phone, or by mail
Which law determines that complaints and related information should be open to inspection?
FS 119.543 Public Records Disclosure Act
For how long is a complaint supposed to remain confidential according to the specified regulations?
Until the conclusion of the administrative inquiry/Internal Affairs investigation
Which of the following is NOT a method mentioned to verify complaints received by email?
Fax confirmation
What is the status of electronic mail as a means of confidential communication?
Not considered confidential as mandated
Test your knowledge on the Internal Affairs Policy 52.1 of the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office, as outlined by Sheriff Robert A. Hardwick. This quiz covers the effective date, accreditation standards, and the importance of citizen confidence in law enforcement.
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