Supervisory Responsibilities in Law Enforcement

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What is the primary responsibility of supervisory officers regarding books, records, and reports?

Ensure they are properly archived and stored
Maintain them in accordance with departmental rules and procedures (correct)
Regularly review and audit them for accuracy
Provide them to command officers as needed

How should supervisory officers enforce the rules and procedures of the department?

With discretion, considering the circumstances
Uniformly and impartially (correct)
Unevenly, to maintain order and discipline
Selectively, based on the severity of the violation

What is the primary responsibility of supervisory officers regarding the knowledge of their subordinates?

Provide additional training and support as needed
Frequently test their knowledge of their assignments and duties (correct)
Ensure they are properly trained and qualified
Monitor their performance and provide feedback

What is the primary responsibility of supervisory officers regarding the coordination of activities with other units?

Coordinate the activities of their command with other divisions and sections of the department (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of supervisory officers regarding the employee locator list?

Maintain a copy of the current list at their residence (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of supervisory officers regarding the documentation of inspections and briefings?

Document all inspections and briefings of personnel (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of supervisory officers regarding the enforcement of orders, directives, and instructions?

Ensure the conformity of command officers to all orders, directives, and instructions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of supervisory officers regarding the activities that affect their responsibility within the supervision?

Keep informed of all activity which affects their responsibility within the supervision (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of all officers regarding the command structure of the department?

To familiarize themselves with the command structure (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the directive regarding departmental personnel and formal means of communications?

To familiarize themselves with communication methods (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the expectation regarding truthfulness from members?

Members should only speak the truth (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should members do when receiving conflicting orders?

Respectfully call attention to the conflict and follow the last order if not resolved (D) Signup and view all the answers

When are members not required to obey an order?

When it is contrary to laws or departmental rules (C) Signup and view all the answers

How should members serve the public?

By providing direction, counseling, assistance, and protection with respect and honesty (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is expected of members regarding an impartial attitude?

To maintain impartiality towards all individuals (A) Signup and view all the answers

In dealings with the public, what behavior should members exhibit at all times?

"Members shall be courteous, kind, patient, and respectful" (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, members should:

Avoid using speech that damages the reputation of the department (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy regarding public addresses or writing for publication?

Members need consent from the Chief of Police to do so (D) Signup and view all the answers

Regarding the use of intoxicants, which of the following is true?

Members should not drink intoxicating beverages to an extent that renders them unfit for duty (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for members regarding their vehicle operator's license?

Members must have a valid vehicle operator's license in their possession (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the policy, what should members do regarding departmental email?

Read their departmental email at the beginning of their shift (A) Signup and view all the answers

How should members handle information about prisoners in confinement?

Only share information with authorized persons (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy regarding the use of tobacco by members?

Members should refrain from using tobacco while in direct contact with the public (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should members do when they change their address or telephone number?

Report the change to their immediate supervisor and Administrative Services within two working days (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the rules, members must maintain:

Good physical hygiene and psychological well-being (A) Signup and view all the answers

Members are prohibited from:

Possessing or using controlled substances for personal use (A) Signup and view all the answers

When interacting with co-workers, members should:

Exhibit mutual respect, courtesy, and cooperation (C) Signup and view all the answers

Regarding speech, writings, or other forms of expression, members:

Are prohibited from using defamatory, obscene, or unlawful language (C) Signup and view all the answers

When exerting police authority while not in uniform, members must:

Identify themselves as a police officer and state the purpose of their actions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Members may be required to seek medical or psychological services:

Upon the order of the Chief of Police (D) Signup and view all the answers

In terms of neutrality in civil actions, members:

May give aid or assistance in civil cases, except to prevent a breach of peace or halt a disturbance (B) Signup and view all the answers

Regarding conduct and behavior, members:

Are governed by ordinary and reasonable rules of good conduct, both on-and off-duty (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is prohibited regarding financial obligations between a supervisor and a subordinate?

Soliciting a subordinate as a co-maker of a note (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule about accepting gifts, according to the text?

Receiving gifts from suspects of criminal activity is prohibited (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which action related to outside employment requires permission from the Chief of Police?

Engaging in any outside employment activity (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of losing city equipment through negligence?

Replacement cost payment depending on the degree of negligence (D) Signup and view all the answers

What behavior regarding city property is strictly prohibited?

Negligent handling or damage (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for officers engaged in outside employment regarding enforcing laws?

They must enforce all laws as though on-duty for the department (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which action related to city vehicles should members avoid?

Leaving removable equipment in plain view (B) Signup and view all the answers

What must happen before incurring any financial liability in the name of the Department or the City?

Authorization by the Chief of Police (C) Signup and view all the answers