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What constitutes a strip search?

  • A physical examination conducted by a medical professional.
  • A visual inspection of the arrestee's clothing.
  • Having an arrestee remove or arrange clothing for visual inspection of specific body parts. (correct)
  • A search conducted solely for weapons.

    • Under what conditions can an individual arrested for a traffic offense be strip searched?

  • Immediately after arrest.
  • Only with permission from the arrestee.
  • If there is reasonable belief of concealing a weapon or substance. (correct)
  • In any public place without restrictions.

    • Who is allowed to authorize a strip search?

  • The arrestee’s attorney.
  • A police commander or a designated agent. (correct)
  • A judge in court.
  • Any police officer present at the scene.

    • What is required before conducting a body cavity search?

    <p>Written permission from a police command officer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true regarding strip searches?

    <p>They must be performed by an officer of the same sex as the arrestee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where must a strip search be conducted?

    <p>In a private area not visible to unauthorized persons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for body cavity searches besides written permission?

    <p>It must be conducted by a licensed physician or nurse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is written permission for a strip search documented?

    <p>On Strip Search Authorization form (DPD 81).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is prohibited when searching a body cavity?

    <p>Conducting the search without a warrant for any cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the completed strip search authorization form maintained?

    <p>In the detective's case filing system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • "Strip search" involves an arrestee removing or adjusting clothing to allow a visual inspection of private areas including genitals, buttocks, anus, or female breasts.

    Limitations on Strip Searches

    • Individuals arrested for traffic or petty offenses cannot be strip searched prior to arraignment unless:
      • There is reasonable belief of concealing a weapon or controlled substance.
      • The individual is identified as a parolee or offender serving time in a correctional facility.
      • The arrest is for driving under the influence of drugs.

    Conducting Strip Searches

    • Strip searches must be conducted by officers of the same sex as the arrestee.
    • Searches should occur in a manner that prevents observation by unauthorized individuals.

    Authorization Requirements

    • Written permission for a strip search is required from a police commander or designated agent.
    • Authority to grant this permission is held by a command officer, sergeant, or acting sergeant.

    Body Cavity Searches

    • No body cavity search (other than the mouth) may be conducted without a search warrant.
    • If narcotics or contraband are suspected to be hidden in a body cavity, police must contact Denver 911 to coordinate with Vice/Narcotics units and district attorney.

    Additional Steps for Body Cavity Searches

    • Written permission from a police command officer or designated agent is necessary for body cavity searches.
    • These searches are to be performed in sanitary conditions by licensed medical professionals (physician or nurse).

    Documentation

    • Strip search authorization requires the completion of a specific form (Strip Search Authorization - DPD 81).
    • This form must be retained by the police department and filed within the detective's case documentation.

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    Explore the regulations and procedures surrounding strip searches, including definitions, limitations, and conducting them appropriately. This quiz will help you understand when strip searches can be authorized and the necessary precautions that must be followed.

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