Diplomatic Immunity, Foreign Nationals, and U-Visas

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What must officers do if a person claims diplomatic or consular immunity and is suspected of a traffic violation?

Require the individual to sign traffic citations and make an arrest if necessary.

Contact the Department of State immediately and make an arrest if necessary.

Verify the status of the violator and follow normal procedures in enforcing state and local traffic laws. (correct)

Impound the vehicle of the person claiming immunity.

What should officers do if a person who claims diplomatic or consular immunity is found to be intoxicated?

Compel the individual to sign a DUI citation.

Allow the person to drive if they insist and provide an alternative mode of transportation if needed.

Not allow the person to drive and consider alternative means of transportation such as calling for relatives, taxis, or friends. (correct)

Arrest the person immediately.

In cases of crimes against persons (Domestic Battery, Armed Robbery, etc.), what are law enforcement officers (LEOs) not allowed to do?

Notify the U.S. Department of State at (202) 647-4415.

Search or seize property of persons claiming immunity.

Search vehicles suspected of being stolen or used in a crime.

Arrest or detain the individual committing the crime. (correct)

What is the purpose of the U-Visa?

To provide temporary legal status and work eligibility in the United States for up to 4 years to victims of certain crimes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a foreign national?

An individual who is a citizen of any country other than the United States Signup and view all the answers

What forms of identification are considered authoritative proof by the Department of State, Protocol Office?

Diplomatic, Official, and Consular identification cards Signup and view all the answers

What information is contained in the authoritative identification cards for individuals with diplomatic immunity?

Bearer's name, title mission, and date of birth Signup and view all the answers

When an individual claims to have diplomatic immunity, what should law enforcement officers verify?

The legitimacy of the diplomatic mission they work for Signup and view all the answers

What is the extension of privileges and exemption from prosecution to certain individuals who work for diplomatic or consular missions called?

Diplomatic immunity Signup and view all the answers

Who can be included on the U-Visa petition?

Stepparents and adoptive parents Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a category that qualifies for substantial abuse under the U-Visa petition?

Kidnapping Signup and view all the answers

Who must certify the U-Visa request or petition?

A Federal, State, or local law enforcement agency Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the victim stops cooperating with law enforcement?

The certification will be withdrawn Signup and view all the answers

How is law enforcement certification accomplished for the U-Visa?

By obtaining a criminal history on the victim Signup and view all the answers

What should the officer do upon receiving a U-Visa petition from the victim or their attorney?

Issue a brief memorandum indicating the necessity of the victim's assistance Signup and view all the answers

What happens once the U-Visa form is certified and forwarded to the Records Section?

It will be retained in the case file Signup and view all the answers

What must law enforcement officers do if a person claims diplomatic or consular immunity and is suspected of a traffic violation?

Verify their diplomatic or consular immunity status Signup and view all the answers

What is the main condition for certification using Form I-918 Supplement B?

The victim's willingness to assist local law enforcement with critical information or testimony Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do if presented with a petition for a U-Visa?

Assemble copies of all reports regarding the victim's involvement in crimes Signup and view all the answers

The following forms of identification are considered authoritative proof by the Department of State, Protocol Office: blue is for

diplomats Signup and view all the answers

The following forms of identification are considered authoritative proof by the Department of State, Protocol Office: red is for

consular Signup and view all the answers

The following forms of identification are considered authoritative proof by the Department of State, Protocol Office; green is for

embassy Signup and view all the answers