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Detecting and Deterring Fraud

Identity Theft vs. Identity Fraud

Identity theft is an actual charge

Identity fraud is not a charge. It happens when a person creates an identity or assumes the identity of a real person

A person who commits identity theft, engages in identity fraud

Definitions

Personal Identifying Information- Any name, code, number, or information that may be used to assume the identity of another person

Personal Identification Number- Any number or code that can be used to assume the identity of another person, or gain access to financial recourses of another

Identity Theft

Type: Misdemeanor- P.L. 190.78

Definition: With intent to defraud person knowingly assumes the identity of another person by:

-Acting as that person

-Using Person Identifying Information of that person

and thereby…

1) Obtain goods, money, property or service or

Uses credit in the name of that person or

Causes financial loss to that person or

2) Commits a Class A Misdemeanor or higher level crime

Note: Higher level crime will allow ADA to plan bargain from felony to the misdemeanor

Identity Theft

Type: Felony- P.L. 190.79/80

Definition: With intent to defraud person knowingly assumes the identity of another person by:

-Acting as that person

-Using Person Identifying Information of that person

and thereby…

1) Obtain good, money, services, credit in amount EXCEEDING $500.00 or

2) Causes financial damage loss to such person EXCEEDING $500.00 or

3) COMMITS/ATTEMPTS FELONY (or acts as accessory) or

4) Previous conviction with in 5 years

Unlawful Possession of Personal Identifying Information

Type: Misdemeanor P.L. 190.81

Definition: Person knowingly possesses a person’s:

-Financial services account number

-Savings account number or code

-Checking account number or code

-Credit Chard account number or code

-Debit Card number or code

-ATM number or code

Unlawful Possession of Personal Identifying Information

Type: Misdemeanor

-Personal Identification Number

-Mother’s Maiden Name

-Computer system Password

-Unique biometric data

The above information intended to be used in furtherance of commission of Identification Theft Offense(s)

Type: Felony P.L. 190.82

Same as Misdemeanor offense, however, person possesses 250 or more of the listed items.

-Identity Theft laws intended for terrorist or financial crimes

-Not to be enforced against underage alcohol/cigarette purchases

Complaints of Identity Theft

-Crime Complaint Report System Reference Guide- will be used to classify identity Theft related crime

-Complainants Report of Lost or Stolen Property/Identity Theft Report- will be prepared

1. Instruct and assist victim in preparing pg 1 and 2

2. Ensure complainant signs both waivers

3. If necessary, assist complainant in contacting credit card companies

4. Prepare Complain Report

5. Forward paperwork to Desk Officer

6. Refusal to sign waiver does not preclude officer from preparing a Complaint

Report

Advise Victim to:

-Call one of three Credit Bureaus to place fraud alert

Equifax (800) 525-6285

Experian (800) 397-3742

Transunion Corp (800) 680-7289

-Close accounts that have been tampered with

-File complaint with FTC

3 Types of Identifiers

Tokens: Something carried that identifies the individual (i.e. Drivers License, ID Card)

Knowledge Based: Person identified through person knowledge (i.e. Knowing Mother’s

Maiden name, Social Security Number)

Biometrics: Fingerprints, DNA, etc.

Investigating Identity Theft

Signs of Identity Theft/Fraud

-Multiple Credit Cards with different names

-Social Security Cards written on paper

-Credit Card Numbers written down on paper

-Names/Addresses/Date of Births written down on paper

-Multiple ID Cards with different names

-ID Cards of persons other than arrestee

Criminal Impersonation (P.L. 190.25)

Type: Misdemeanor

Definition: A person impersonates:

1) Another Actual Person

-Intent is to defraud or injure

or

2) Representatives of an Organization

-Intent is to defraud or injure

or

3) A Public Servant

-Wear/Display uniform/shield

or

-By falsely stating

-Intent is to induce another to submit to such authority

Criminal Impersonation

Type: Felony

Definition: Two ways to commit this offense:

1) Impersonate POLICE OFFICER (ONLY) with intent to commit felony or

2) Impersonate physician to order a prescription

False Personation (P.L. 190.23)

Type: Misdemeanor

Definition: Person gives false name, address, and/or Date of Birth to Police Officer after being warned of the consequences of doing so.

Unlawful Use of Police Uniform or Emblem

Type: Misdemeanor

Definition: Non-MOS wears and/or displays Police Uniform, insignia, shield on selves or vehicles

Note: Intent to defraud not necessary to complete this offense

Note: Need permission from Police Commissioner

Investigation of Police Impersonation

-In all cases of Police Impersonation, a NOTIFICATION TO IAB IS REQUIRED and a log number is assigned

-The Police Impersonation Investigation Unit (PIIU) - will investigate all robbery/police impersonations and serious crimes involving police impersonation

Forgery

Type: Misdemeanor

Definition: With intent to Defraud/deceive/injure, a person…

Makes/Completes and/or alters a written document

Type: Felony

Definition: Same as Forgery Misdemeanor except altered document is…

a) Deed, credit card, contract, will, etc.

b) Public record

c) Instrument officially issued by public office/government instrumentality

d) Part of an issue of tokens, public transportation (transfers, etc.)

e) A prescription of duly licensed physician

Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument

Type: Felony P.L. 170.25/30

Definition: Person possesses any A-E above including forged credit card or debit card

Note: Person possessing 2 or more is presumed to possess with intent

Investigating Fraudulent Documents

The Photo:

-Glance Back

-Compare person to photo

-May cause stress reaction

The Numbers:

-Should be consistent

-Check expiration date

The Card:

-Compare ID to yours

-Check for Alterations

If validity is Questionable:

-Ask Questions

-Run a license check

Intentional Driver’s License

-There is no such license

-There is the International Driver’s Permit

However, driver must possess license from Home County

-If driver can be identified, summons

-If driver can not be identified, arrest

Arrest Involving DMV Documents

Criminal Possession of a Forged Instrument, 2nd Felony

Should be charged only when:

-More than 1 false license

-Used for purpose other than driving

-Showed intent to sell

-Possesses a false license and/or more false ID’s

Credit Cards

If during a lawful search a Police Officer discovers what appears to be a fraudulent credit card:

-Notify Supervisor

-Several charges may apply

-Notify Special Frauds Squad and Missing Persons

-Credit card company will provide a representative to testify in court

Crimes Related to Fraud

Making a Punishable False Written Statement- Misdemeanor

-knowingly makes a false statement

-In a written instrument BEARING A LEGALLY AUTHORIZED NOTICE, examples include:

-Vehicle Theft and Preliminary Investigation Report, Vehicle Theft Supporting Deposition, Complainant’s Report of Lost or Stolen Property

Falsely Reporting on Incident Misdemeanor

-Knowing the information reported to be false

-Person report to a law enforcement agency:

Incident or occurrence

-Example: False ‘61’

Auto Accident Fraud

When accident fraud is suspected, notify the Intelligence Division

May include staged accidents, false injury claims

Look out for insurance fraud indicators such as: no damage/injuries, driver willing to claim responsibility, damage but no debris on scene, etc…

Accident Report

-Complete all captions

-Obtain VIN number

-Entries in “All Involved” section must be complete and accurate, after listing all information draw a line through every unused box in section and initial

Aided Report

When the City of New York may be involved in a personal injury

Police Officer must:

-Check “city involved” caption of Aided Report

-Enter agency code, official diagnosis, and witness’s name, address, and phone number in the “details” section of the report

Weapons

Firearm

Pistol or Revolver

Riffle with Barrel less than 16 inches

Shotgun with Barrel less than 18 inches

Total length under 26 inches

Loaded Firearm

Actually loaded or unloaded with ammo readily available

Deadly Weapon – 4 Cutters

Switchblade, Dagger, Metal Knuckle Knife, Gravity Knife

Deadly Weapon – 3 Hitters

Billy, Blackjack, and Metal Knuckles

Deadly Weapon – 2 Shooters

Pillum Ballistic Knife and anything readily capable of firing a shot

Deadly Instruments (Acronym: AVIS)

Any: Article

Vehicle

Instrument

Substance

Under the circumstances which they are being used is readily capable of causing a Serious Physical Injury

Dangerous Weapon

Bombs, home made weapons etc.

Disguised Gun

Any weapon or device capable of being concealed on a person from which a shot can be discharged and is designed or intended to appear to be something other than a gun

Firearm Silencer

Anything designed/manufactured to minimize the sound of a firearm

Semi-Automatic

Any repeating rifle, shotgun or pistol regardless of barrel or overall length, which utilizes the energy of firing a round to extract the spent shell and chamber the next round. This weapon also requires a separate pull of the trigger to fire each round.

Defaced Firearm (Acronym: CARD)

Serial number or any identifying marks that are:

Covered

Altered

Removed

Destroyed

Assault Weapon

1. Any semiautomatic rifle able to accept a detachable magazine and has at least 2 of the following:

A folding/telescoping stock

A Pistol grip that protrudes beneath the action of the weapon

A Bayonet mount

A flash suppressor/threaded barrel designed to hold a flash suppressor

A grenade launcher

2. A semi automatic shotgun that has 2 or more of the following:

A folding/telescopic stock

A pistol grip that protrudes from the action of the weapon

A fixed magazine capacity in excess of 5 rounds

Is able to accept a detachable magazine

3l. A semiautomatic pistol able to accept a detachable magazine and has a t least 2 of the following:

Ammo magazine that attaches to the pistol outside of the barrel grip

Threaded barrel able to accept a silencer, flash suppressor, barrel extender,

or forward hand grip

or

-A shroud that is attachable to the pistol that partially or completely encircles the barrel and allows the shooter to hold the firearm with their non-trigger hand with out being burned

-Manufactured weight of fifty (50) ounces or more when the pistol is unloaded

-A semiautomatic version of an automatic rifle, shotgun or rifle

Large Capacity Feeding Device

Any magazine, belt drum, feed strip or similar device manufactured after September 13, 1994 that has the capacity of, or that can be readily restored/converted to accept more than ten (10) rounds of ammo.

Note: This does not include an attached tubular device designed to accept and capable of operating only .22 caliber rim fire ammo

Possession

Actual: Have physical control

Constructive: Not on person, but under their control

CPW –P.L. 265.02/03/04

Type: Felony

CMS: Intentional/Knowingly

Definition: (Acronym: SMALL DATE)

Possesses: Silencer

Machine gun

Any prior CRIME conviction

Large Capacity Ammo Feeder

Loaded firearm (outside home/business)

Note: Person who possesses a loaded firearm inside home/business and shows intent to use unlawfully may be charged with CPW-Felony

Disguised gun/Defaced firearm

Assault weapon

Three (3) or more firearms

Explosive

Type: Misdemeanor

CMS: Intentional/knowingly

Definition: 3 ways:

1) Possesses one of the following weapons (refer to Student Guide page 10/11)

2) Possesses with intent to use unlawfully (Acronym: RAID)

Razor

Armor piercing ammo

Imitation pistol

Dangerous Instrument

Note: Police Officer must prove intent, mere possession is not CPW –misdemeanor

3) Possesses a rifle/shotgun/firearm in an educational building with out written permission from the institution

Presumptions of Possession

Machine gun found in a dwelling/structure/vehicle is presumed to be possessed by all persons inside

Any weapon found in a stolen vehicle is presumed to be possessed by all persons inside

Example: Gun in trunk/ Dagger under seat/ switchblade in person’s pocket—all may be charged with CPW

If vehicle not stolen: found on one person—charge THAT person with CPW

If found in vehicle- charge all persons

Note: If weapon is found in a vehicle for hire (taxi) driven by a licensed driver lawfully doing their duty, the presumption DOES NOT apply to the driver

Presumptions of Unlawful Intent

1) Person who possesses an explosive is presumed to possess it with the intent to use unlawfully

2) Possession of any weapon is presumed to possess with intent to use unlawfully EXCEPT: (Acronym: RAID)

Razor

Armor piercing ammo

Imitation pistol

Dangerous Instrument

Presumptions

Defaced Firearm

Presumed you defaced it

Possession of 5 or more firearms

Presumed to possess with the intent to sell

Unlawful Wearing of a Body Vest P.L. 270.20

Type: Felony

Definition: 1. Person possesses a firearm

2. During the commission of a class “B” or “C” violent felony (listed in P.L. 70.02)

and

3. Is wearing bullet-resistant soft body armor (body vest)

Weapons Possession by Juveniles

Unlawful Possession of Weapons by Person under 16- Misdemeanor- P.L. 265.05

Unlawful Possession of a Weapon upon School Ground- P.L. 265.06

Certain Wound to be Reported- Misdemeanor- P.L. 205.25

Unlawfully possessing or Selling Noxious Materials –Misdemeanor- P.L. 270.05

Administration Code Offenses

Small arms in city City- Misdemeanor

Rifles and Shotguns, carrying and possession- Misdemeanor

Prohibited sale of certain types of knives- Violation

Laser Pointer Law- Misdemeanor

Weapons Provisions and Licensing

Ballistic Evidence Recovery (P.G. 218.23) (See Student Guide Page 25 thru 33)

Marking of discharged shell casing/fired bullet/loose cartridges

Vouchering Procedures

Preparing PCI’s and other department forms

Biological Testing

Firearms that do not require lab exam

Cartridge- live ammunition consists of bullet and shell casing as one unit

Fired Bullet- Part of cartridge which has been fired

Shell Casing- Metal casing part of the cartridge

Chamber- Holds cartridge before fired

Processing Firearms and Related Evidence

-Use a scribe or sharp instruments to scratch initials on evidence

-Initial and number each piece of evidence

-Mark bullet portion of all cartridges

-Mark package and seal all cartridges removed from firearm (regular envelope not PSE)

-Keep cartridges removed from chamber separate from each other cartridge

-Mark base/bottom of fired bullets

-Do not mark sides of fired bullet

-Never place 2 or more fired bullets/casings in the same envelope

-Mark the inside of all shell casings

-If any cartridge, bullet or shell casing is too small to mark place it in an envelope, initial/number the outside of the envelope

-Prepare a request for laboratory examination, if evidence needs to go to the lab for any analysis

Example: At crime scene, the following is recovered: Fired bullet, Shell casing, 1 semi automatic pistol containing 1 cartridge in chamber and 4 cartridges in magazine

…Evidence will be marked as:

SH1 (on firearm)

SH2 (on magazine)

SH3 (on cartridge removed from chamber)

SH4-7 (on cartridges removed from magazine)

SH8 (on bottom of fired bullet)

Note: EVERYTHING LISTED ON ONE PCI

Drug Offenses

Definitions

Controlled Substance- any substance listed and defined in public health law section 3302 (example: cocaine, heroin, angel dust, ecstasy…)

Marijuana- All parts of the cannabis plant, whether growing or not, seeds thereof, resin extracted and every compound, derivative, mixture or preparation of the plant, its seeds or resin

Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance

Type: Misdemeanor PL 22.03

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully possesses a SMALL amount of a controlled substance

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance

Type: Felony PL 220.06-.21

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully possesses…

1. A LARGE amount of a controlled substance OR

2. ANY A MOUNT with the INTENT TO SELL

Criminal Sale of a Controlled Substance

Type: Felony P.L. 220.31

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully SELLS any amount of a controlled substance

Sale- To sell, exchange, gives, or disposes of to another, or agrees to do the same

Presumption #1- Any controlled substance found in an auto is presume to be

Possessed by ALL persons

3 Exceptions to Presumption #1 (Acronym: CAT)

Concealed upon one occupant

Authorized person to possess the substance and it IS IN THE ORIGINAL

CONTAINER

Taxi- person is the operator of vehicle for hire

Presumption #2

If a narcotic drug or preparation of marijuana is found, it is presumed that every person is close proximity possesses the drug.

-In open view, other than a public place

-In circumstances where showing intent to mix, compound, package and otherwise prepare for sale

2 exceptions to Presumption #2

-One person is authorized to possess the substance and it is in original container

-One person has the substance on their person whether concealed or not

Criminal Possession of a Hypodermic Instrument

Type: Misdemeanor P.L. 220.45

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully possesses or sells hypo syringe or needle

Criminal Injection of a Narcotic Drug

Type: Felony P.L. 220.46

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully possesses a narcotic drug and intentionally injects it in another with their CONSENT

Criminal Using Drug Paraphernalia

Type: Misdemeanor P.L. 220.50

Definition: Person possesses or sells

1. Dilutants

2. Material suitable for packaging narcotics

3. Scales/Balances used or designed for purpose of weighing or measuring

Note: Substance must be possessed with the intent to use for purpose of preparing/mixing/packaging narcotics

Criminal Using Drug Paraphernalia

Type: Felony P.L. 220.55

Definition: Any prior conviction of the Misdemeanor (NO TIME LIMIT)

Storage of Needles/Syringes

-See P.G. 218-24

-Place in plastic tube, needle end first

-Comes in plastic bag with full instructions

-Designed to prevent injury/injections when handling or forwarding hypos to lab

-Cap or secure with tape

-Voucher Hypo on separate PCI

-Place in serialized P.S.E.

-Store in property locker to be forwarded to appropriate property clerk facility

-NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE A NEEDLE FROM A HYPO SYRIENGE

Narcotics Identification

See Student Guide pages 8 thru 10

-Heroin

-Marijuana

-Amphetamines

-Barbiturates

-LSD, DMI, SIP

-PCP

-Crack

Unlawful Possession of Marijuana

Type: Violation P.L. 221.05

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully possesses marijuana in the amount of up to and including 7/8 ounces (25 grams/129 cigarettes)

1) Concealed in a public place

2) In a private place (concealed or not)

Enforcement Procedure for Marijuana Violation offenses:

If proper ID and no other charges: May serve personal service summons (See P.G. 209-01 & 209-09)

If person does not qualify for summons: DAT MAY BE ISSUED (see P.G. 208-27)

No DAT if:

-Unable to ascertain the defendants identity or resident address

-Reasonably suspects that ID is false

-Reasonably suspects defendant does not reside with in the state

If person does not qualify for DAT: The DO will require $100 pre-arraignment bail

Criminal Possession of Marijuana

Type: Misdemeanor P.L. 221.10/15

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully possesses:

1) Any amount in public place

>burning or visible

2) Amount anywhere over 7/8 ounce, up to and including 8 ounces

Criminal Sale of Marijuana

Type: Misdemeanor P.L. 221.35

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully sells marijuana (up to and including 7/8 ounces)

Type: Felony P.L. 221.45

Definition: Person knowingly and unlawfully sells marijuana

1) Amount exceeds 7/8 ounces OR

2) Any amount to a person less than 18 years old

| |CPM-Violation |CPM-Misdemeanor |CPM-Felony |

|Cigarettes |Up to & including 129 |130-704 |705 or more |

|Ounces |Up to & including 7/8 |More than 7/8 to 8 |More than 8 ounces |

|Grams |Up to & including 25 |More than 25-227 |228 or more |

| |Concealed-Public/Private |Public: visible/burning | |

| |Private- Concealed or not | | |

Possession of Marijuana by Juveniles

A person under the age of 16 who violates the provisions of unlawful possession of marijuana (violation) could be classified as a P.I.N.S.

-A person at least 7 but less than 16 who commit the violation can be issued a juvenile report

-See P.G. 218-24

Storing Controlled Substance

-Items marked with Police Officers initials and consecutively numbered

-Packaged in security lock type envelope

-If too large- securely wrap in a package, secure it with tapes and properly ID

-If phencyclidine (Angel Dust) - Place in a plastic security envelope and seal prior to placing in security lock type envelope

-Do not use tape to seal individual items

-Place in envelope in presence of Desk Officer, secure it, and write name, shield, command, and date across the flap

-Stored in command when less than 8 ounces and fits into C/S locker

-If over 8 ounces or too large to fit in locker, it will be delivered directly to the lab

-See P.G. 218-24, 218-25, and interim order 40 of 2000

Clandestine Drug Labs

-Site may contain toxic and volatile chemicals

-Poor ventilation

-Improper safety measures

-Few access routes

-Poor lighting

-Attack dogs

-Booby Traps

-Potential for explosions/fire

-Signs-may be chemical drums outside of, unusual odors (bitter almonds), heavy traffic during odd hours

Legal Issues

-Probable Cause for Drug Sale arrest

-Police Officer observes money exchange for glassine envelope

-Furtive or evasive behavior couple in passing of a glassine envelope

-The exchange of G/E in narcotics prone location and Police Officer can articulate such

-An officer trained and experience in narcotic enforcement makes observation

-In Stop/Question/Frisk, Police Officer feels what they believe to be drugs- leave it alone

-The plain view doctrine is apparent

-When Police Officer has probable cause against vehicle to contain drugs, search the entire vehicle

Custodial Offenses

Definitions

Authorized Arrest: For any offense when Police Office has Probable Cause (reasonable cause to believe) such person committed act.

Custody- Detained or Restrained by Police Officer for investigation/arrest; executing court order

Detention Facility- Place used for confinement pursuant to a court order (jail or prison)

Resisting Arrest- Misdemeanor

Is committed when a person:

-Intentionally prevents; or

-Attempts to prevent

A police officer from affecting an authorized arrest of him/herself or another

Note*: Resisting arrest does not require that a person use force or violence

Passive Resistance- i.e. sitting on hands, lie on their hands, pulling or swinging arms to prevent their lawful arrest

GOING LIMP = NOTHING

No Sock Law- A person may not use physical force to resist an arrest whether authorized or unauthorized

Obstructing Governmental Administration- Misdemeanor

Intentionally obstructs, impairs, or perverts the administration of law or other governmental functions; or

Prevents or attempts to prevent a public servant from performing an official function by means of:

-intimidation

-physical force

-interference

-any independent unlawful act

Interfering with governmental telecommunications (jamming or interfering with communications system)

Releasing a dangerous animal with intent

Obstructing Governmental Administration- Felony

Interfering with telecommunication system, causing Serious Physical Injury to another person

Obstructing Governmental Administration- by means of a Self Defense Spray Device- Felony

Escape

Misdemeanor: from custody for petty offense or misdemeanor

Felony: from a detention facility; or from custody for felony

Leg Restraints

Leg Restraints MUST be used when:

Transporting Perp:

1) who refused to be printed

2) to hospital for medical treatment

3) determined to be potential escape risk

Integrity Crimes and Liability Issues

Definitions

Benefit: A gain or advantage to the recipient, something of value conferred upon another

Public Servant: A person who is either hired, appointed or elected to any state or local office

Bribery- Felony

Who Commits? ( Anyone

How? ( Offers, gives or agrees to give

What? ( A benefit

To who? ( A public servant

Why? ( To influence official duties now or future

Bribe Receiving- Felony

Who Commits? ( Public Servant

How? ( Solicits, accepts, and agrees to accept

What? ( A benefit

From whom? ( Anyone

Why? ( To allow their official duties to be influenced

Concerning the Offenses

-They are always felonies

-The attempts is built into the offense (No Attempt)

-The benefit need not be exchanged

-A Non-Public Servant can be charged with Bribe Receiving

Official Misconduct – Misdemeanor

Two ways to commit: A Public Servant…

1) Commits an intentional bad act related to their official duties (act of commission) or

2) Fails to act related to official duties (act of omission)

Rewarding Official Misconduct – Felony

Who Commits? ( Anyone

How? ( Offers, gives or agrees to give

What? ( A benefit

To who? ( A public servant

Why? ( To reward for a past bad act

Receiving Reward for Official Misconduct - Felony

Who Commits? ( Public Servant

How? ( Solicits, accepts or agrees to accept

What? ( A benefit

From whom? ( Anyone

Why? ( For having done a past bad act

Concerning Rewarding and Receiving Reward for Official Misconduct

-The Official Misconduct occurs before and benefit is offered or solicited

-The attempt is built into the offense (No Attempt)

Giving Unlawful Gratuities – Misdemeanor

Who Commits? ( Anyone

How? ( Offers, gives or agrees to give

What? ( A benefit

To who? ( A public servant

Why? ( As a tip for past good service

Receiving Unlawful Gratuities – Misdemeanor

Who Commits? ( Public Servant

How? ( Solicits, accepts or agrees to accept

What? ( A benefit

From whom? ( Anyone

Why? ( As a tip for past good service

Gifts

Patrol Guide Section 203-16

Three Factors:

1. Value of Gift

2. Intent of Donor

3. Intent of Recipient

Civil Liability

Indemnification

Definition: From general municipal law section 50-k which states that if you are the subject of a civil law suit as a result of taking an action on behalf of your employer, the city must:

1) Supply you with an attorney and

2) Pay any judgment award against you

Scope of Employment

As define in LBB Vol. 17 No. 2

-Is when the employee does something in furtherance of the duty owed to the employee (NYC) and where the employer (NYC) exercise some control either directly or indirectly over the employees’ activities

Administration Requirements

In order to be indemnified the officer must:

1) Deliver any papers served on you to the Cooperation Counsel with in TEN (10) days (via your Commanding Officer) and

2) Fully cooperate with the Cooperation Counsel and the Comptroller’s office in the defense of the case

Civil Liability

Things to Remember:

-To insure being indemnified you must have acted responsibly

-Your actions must not have violated any law nor violated any patrol guide procedures

-If you are the subject of a criminal case or a department trial you must be cleared of such charged before you will be indemnified

-You may be sued in either state or federal court

Legal Bureau Bulletin Volume 17 No. 2

How am I Indemnified when I’m:

-On duty in/out of NYC?

-Fully Covered

-Off duty inside NYC

-NYC will consider:

-Personally Involved

-Immediate need to act

-For Crimes

-Was the officer armed?

Other Areas of Importance:

-Secondary Employment

-Carrying of firearms off duty

-Conclusion

Domestic Violence

Family Structures

Single Parent Common Law

Extended Family Gay/Lesbian Couples

Grandparents Friends

Sister/Guardian Domestic Partners

Domestic Dispute Vs. Domestic Violence

What’s the difference?

Domestic Dispute

Official Police involvement with 2 or more persons living in family-type setting where it has been found that:

-Verbal Dispute

-NO criminal offense has been committed

Domestic Violence Incident

Official Police involvement with 2 or more persons living in a family-type setting where it has been found that:

-A criminal offense has been committed!!!!!

Why Do People Stay in Abusive Relationships?

-Emotional Ties -Learned Helplessness

-Shame and Embarrassment -Diminished Self Esteem

-Economic Dependence -Internalized Depression

-Lack of Support

-Fear of breaking the relationship

Tactics Used by Batterers

(Power and Control Wheel)

-Coercion/Threats- Making/carrying out threats to hurt/kill victim

-Using Intimidation- Destroying property, abusing pets, displaying weapons

-Using Emotional Abuse- Name calling, humiliation, putting victim down

-Using Isolation- Controlling who/what the victim sees/does, using jealously to justify actions

-Minimizing, Denying and Blaming- Making light of abuse, blaming victim

-Using Children- Having children relay messages; threaten to take away kids…

-Using “Male” Privilege- Treating woman like a servant, “master of the castle”

-Using Economic Abuse- Denying access to funds, make victim ask for $$, put victim on an allowance

Cycles of Violence

Build-Up Phase- Tensions builds…

Stand-Over Phase- Victim frightened by implied strength/threats

Explosion Phase- Violent outburst occurs!

Remorse Phase- Perp feels ashamed/guilty/afraid of consequences

Pursuit Phase- Perp tries to win back victim (if victim leaves); victim may return out of fear

Reconciliation Phase- Perp and victim may experience an intense makeup, neither wanting to recall the previous violence

Tactics for Family Disputes and Domestic Violence Situations (Acronym: THINK)

Tactics- (to remain as safe as possible)

Help- (the victim

Identify- (the problem)

Negative (attitudes should be avoided)

Knowledge (of PL, CPL, orders of protection)

Tactics

-Be familiar with sector, beat, post, know locations of entrances/exits

-Discuss tactics with your partner (have a plan)

-NEVER respond alone!!!!!

-10-52 “family dispute”- respond immediately

-Partners should NOT walk in together (staggered entrance), hold flashlight down and away from body towards the ground (non-shooting hand)

-Report when 10-84 at the scene, be careful not to park in front of location

-Take charge- Stop direct confrontation of the parties

-Separate the Parties (out of sight –preferable)

-Use eye contact with each of the parties, without losing sight of your partner!

-If possible, AVOID THE KITCHEN AREA (and bathroom), look for cover in case you need it

-Listen for verbal indications of weapons, and beware of dangerous animals

-Maintain a continual visual frisk of each room; look for anything that could be used as a weapon

Help

-Charges may be brought to either court and the victim/complainant has the option to change from one court to another

-Both family and criminal court have the authority to issue an Order of Protection, the purpose of which is to stop the violence and provide protection

Ascertain if medical assistance is needed

Use Empathetic body language/verbal technique

Allow for ventilation/active listening, verbal judo skills

Restore dignity to the Victim “You did the right thing by calling the police”

If concurrent jurisdiction exists advise the victim/complainant that:

-Criminal Court processing of the charge(s) is a Criminal proceeding for the prosecution of the offender and MAY result in a criminal conviction

-Family Court processing of the charge(s) is a Civil proceeding for the purpose of attempting to STOP the violence, end family disruption, and provide protection (as well as counseling)

Knowledge

Of PL, CPL, Order of Protection, Arrest Situations

Serving an Order of Protection

To avoid unnecessary court appearances by UMOS who are requested by a PETITIONER (complainant/victim) to serve a RESPONDENT (offender) with an order…UMOS will prepare a Statement of Personal Service

-After the order has been served, UMOS will complete and sign the “Statement of Personal Service” and give the (white) copy to the PETITIONER and the (blue) copy to the Desk Officer. Domestic Violence officer gets a copy. Make Activity Log entries.

Family/Household (Acronym: SEX CLUB)

(as defined by Family Court Act)

Spouse – Legally Married

EX spouse- Formerly Married

Child in common

Legal Relations- Related by Marriage

United by Blood

NYPD Expanded Definition

-ALL the “family court act” families and:

-Person is NOT legally married but currently living together in a “family-type relationship”

-Persons not legally married BUT FORMERLY lived together in a “family-type relationship”

Thus a “family/household” includes “common law” registered domestic partners, in laws, etc.

Who is Considered to be Family?

1. Persons legally married

2. Persons formerly married

3. Related by blood

4. Related by marriage

5. Persons with child in common

6. Family type relationship

7. Former “family type relationship”

#’s 1-5 recognized by the family court act

#’s 6-7 are recognized by NYPD “expanded definition”

Note- Only persons recognized by family court (#’s1-5) are entitled to have their heard in family court

Note: “Expanded Definition” people (#6-7) will have their cases hearing in criminal court

Domestic Incident Report (DIR’s)

To be prepared in ALL cases when police officers respond to any family related call (founded or unfounded)

Note: Family calls including “Expanded Definition” families

-Back of DIR contains “right of victim” information must be given to victim as required by law

-UF61 also prepared for offenses

1. Obtain the spring job number from communications unit and write it in the space provided

2. List the following in the Narrative section:

A. Factors that helped determine whether there was primary aggressor and

B. Whether there was any property removed

3. On the back of the last copy of the DIR, List the name and the phone number of the Domestic Violence Prevention Officer

4. Fill in your shield number in the caption “Officer ID No.”

5. Complainant gets the pink copy of the DIR and the gold “domestic Violence notice” (last page)

6. Inform all parties that the domestic Violence Prevention Officer may contact them concerning the incident

Note: DIR’s are maintained at the precinct of occurrence, if an arrest is affected the arresting officer must provided the ADA with copies of all DIR’s

Additional Information

Excited Utterance

-Document what the defendant is saying and how he/she is acting

Intimidating a Witness- Felony 215.15

-Charge when defendant makes a verbal threat to victim as he/she is being arrested (ex. “I’ll get your for this”)

Primary Physical Aggressor

Police Officer has reasonable cause to believe that more than one member has committed a misdemeanor

-The officer is not required to arrest each person

-Police Officer must attempt to identify the primary aggressor and arrest that person

-Only applied to “family offenses” (MADCRASH)

-Only applied to family court act families (#’s 1-5)

Arrest Situations

1. Commission of a Felony

2. Violation of Order of Protection

if probable cause for #’s 1 and 2, Police Officer must arrest even if victim doesn’t want arrest made

3. Commission of Misdemeanor/Violation

If Police Officer has Probable Cause that offender:

a) Committed Misdemeanor

b) Violation (in presence)

Police officer must arrest unless victim does not want arrest made

Note: If victim doesn’t want arrest made Police Officer may use discretion to determine whether to arrest

Example: Police Officer feels victim unwilling because of

a) fear of reprisal

b) intimidation

Violations not committed in Police officer’s presence:

-Refer to Court

-Police Officer may arrest for Violation not in presence only if charge specifically mentioned in valid Order of Protection

Family Offenses (Acronym: MADCRASH)

Menacing 2 and 3 (Misdemeanor)

Assault 2 and 3 (Felony/Misdemeanor) including attempts

Discon (Violation)

Criminal Mischief

Reckless Endangerment 1 and 2

Aggravated Harassment 2 (Misdemeanor)

Stalking

Harassing 1 and 2 (Violation/Misdemeanor)

Procedure

A) MADCRASH offense and:

#’s 1-5 Family Court Act may be handled in either family court or criminal court (victim’s option)-Known as Concurrent Jurisdiction

#’s 6&7 Expanded Definition: Must go to NYC Criminal Court

B) No MADCRASH or MADCRASH AND other offense: Perp must go to Criminal Court

C) Any incident of Domestic Violence where offender is less than 16: Perp goes to Family Court (unless Juvenile Offender)

DAT’s

No Desk Appearance Tickets issued for family offenses

Order of Protection

Definition: Court section order by which person may be compelled under threat of arrest, to refrain from specific conduct or stay away from specific person or location

Petitioner = Complainant

Respondent = Defendant

The Primary Physical Aggressor Law

Mandates that when a Police Officer has reasonable cause to believe that more than one “Family Court Act” family/household member has committed a “Family Offense” Misdemeanor, the officer is NOT required to arrest each person but must attempt (obligated) to identify and arrest the primary aggressor

When attempting to identify the primary aggressor, consider the following…

(Acronym: HITS)

Primary History of Domestic Violence

Comparative extent of Injuries inflicted by and between parties

Threats made in the past

Whether any person has acted in Self defense to protect themselves from injury

-Offensive and defensive wounds

-Existing Order of Protection

-Witnesses

Must Arrest Situations

-Any Felony

-Any violation of an Order of Protection (charge is Criminal Contempt)

-Misdemeanor- In/Out of Police Presence (unless the complainant/victim states they do NOT want the offender arrested)

-A Police Officer can OVERRIDE the decision of the complainant/victim and make the arrest

-A Police Officer will never ask the complainant/victim if they want the offender arrested

-May Arrest- Violation (in presence)

Complainant Objection to Arrest

Police Officer should consider

-Past history of perp and victim (prior arrests, incidents, injuries sustained, etc.) Police Officer observations

-Statements by witnesses

-Statements by offenders

-Threatened use of weapons

-Mental/Physical state of perp (intox) presence of other household members at risk

Concurrent Jurisdiction

Different courts (family and criminal) have jurisdiction over the same matter with in the same territory. Exists only when

“A Family Offense” has been committed AND

“A Family Court Act” family/household exists AND

The offender is 16 years of age or older

The following are handled by Criminal Court

-Family Offenses are committed by person in the NYPD EXPANDED DEFINITION who are currently living together or formerly lived together in a family-type relationship or

-If there is not a “Family Offense”…or

-If there are multiple charges and at least ONE of them is NOT a “family offense” ALL the charges go to Criminal Court

Order of Protection

-Can be issued by NYC Criminal Court, NY State Family Court, or NYS Supreme Court

-Requires COMPLIANCE with specific conditions of behavior, hours of visitation and any other conditions deemed appropriate by the court of issuance

-An Order of Protection may also be issued by the Supreme Court as part of a separation decree, divorce judgments, annulment, or as part of a court order in a pending separation/divorce etc.

Service of Order of Protection by Police Officer

May serve 24/7

Will be attempted at least six (6) consecutive tours

Once served Police Officer preps “Statement of Personal Service”

Time Frames in Effect

Conditioning of Behavior to be followed by:

Complainant, defendant, or both and any member of the family/household

Family Court- 1 year or 3 years (or longer if child abuse)

Supreme/Criminal Court- As long as the court specifies

Orders of Protection

If a complainant/victim indicates that an Order of Protection has been obtained, REQUEST the person produce the Order of Protection to verify the validity of it (What court issued it? The expiration date? The stipulations of the order?)

-If the Order of Protection cannot be produced, call the Central Record Division (Identification Section) at 646-610-5195 to verify the Order of Protection

-If the Order of Protection cannot be verified: Call the Desk Officer of victim’s resident precinct and check for record of order on file at precinct level

-If further verification required check National Crime Info Center (NCIC)

-Determine if Probable Cause Order of Protection was violated

-Any arrest made for violation of Order of Protection will be proce3ssed in NYC Criminal Court

Orders of Protection issued by OTHER JURISDICTIONS/STATES,etc. may be enforced in New York State, MOS should inquired whether an order exists on the Statewide Registry of Orders Of Protection or the “Probation Order File” maintained by the NCIC accessible through the mobile digital terminal

Clothes Job

If NO ORDER is in effect, a Police Officer may not assist respondents wishing to remove clothing or property

The Respondent will be advised to return to court to have Order amended to allow for removal of clothing and/or property

Exclusionary Rule

Excludes person from being present at stated location

Police Officers serving order will not forcibly remove person; will explain person has to leave premise with in reasonable time or be arrested

Certificate of Warrant

Family court may issue directing that defendant be brought to court immediately when it appears:

-Summons cannot be served

-Respondent has failed to obey summons

-Respondent likely to leave jurisdiction

-Summons would be ineffectual

-Safety of Petitioner endangered

-Responsible on bail or on parole failed to appear

-Presentation of Certificate of Warrant authorized Police Officer to arrest and take him/her to issuing family court

-Expires 90 days from date of issuance, may be renewed by issuing court

Photographic Evidence

-Patrol Supervisor will carry digital camera in auto

-Officer will take digital photos of each victim and/or property damage

-Officer is responsible to upload photos by End of Tour

UMOS involved in Domestic Violence

PG 208-36 (domestic violence) and 208-57 (UMOS)

Police Officers responding to a domestic incident involving UMOS must follow same procedure in 203-36 and:

Request Patrol Supervisor

Victim Support Services

-Project Safe

-Program by Safe Horizon

-Provides lock replacements and counseling to victims of domestic violence and other crimes

Children and Adolescents

Adolescents Age Span

The stage of development beginning at about age 12 to 22 years

Biological and Hormonal Changes

-Physical Appearance

-Increased sexual desire

-Self-esteem

-Popularity

-Relationships (boyfriends and girlfriends)

-Depression

Communicating with Kids

Always be polite

Avoid using punitive tone in voice

Do not take challenges to authority personally

Don’t put down kid in front of peers

Don’t scold parent in front of child

Know recourses available to you for proper referral and/or counseling

Runaways (215-05)

New York State resident, under 16 (out of state resident per Interstate Compact for Juveniles) who is away from home at least overnight with out permission of parent/guardian.

Reasons Kids Runaway

Psychological problems ex. History of suicide attempts

Family conflicts ex. Divorce, alcoholism

Some leave foster care

Few away seeking advantage

How are Runaways Victimized?

-Perps know runaways won’t report crime out of fear of exposing status as runaway

-Often fall victim to various crimes ex. Sex abuse (prostitution and pedophilia)

-Pimps often loiter at bus terminals awaiting runaways

Homeless Youth

A youth that has no place of shelter and is in need of services, shelter, supervision and care…

Runaways- Procedure

Bring child to Station house

Prepare Aided Report and Juvenile Report

Prepare duplicated aided and forward to Missing Persons

Notify Youth Officer

Desk Officer will (may direct MOS to): Interview child, notify Missing Person Squad, Contact the parent/guardian and/or arrange for shelter

People Required by Law to Submit a Report of Suspected Child Abuse/Mistreatment

Teachers Child Care Workers

Medical Personnel Police Officers

Hospital Personnel Certain Peace Officers

Consequences for Deliberate Failure to Submit Report of Suspect Child Abuse/Mistreatment

-Willful failure to do so is a Class “A” Misdemeanor!!!!!

-Civilians are protected against law suits for making reports of suspected child abuse

Procedure to Follow when it Has Been Determined Maltreated, Abused, Neglected and the Childs life is in IMMINENT DANGER!!!!!

Patrol Guide 215-03

Request Patrol Supervisor

Identify when a M.A.N. Child may be removed from their home by this Department (MOS)

-Remove child with the consent of parent or person legally responsible for care, if reasonable cause to believe that continued presence of the child in the home is IMMINENTLY DANGEROUS to life/health and there is NO TIME to apply for a court order.

Identify When a M.A.N. Child may be Removed from their home by this Department (Patrol Supervisor)

-If the parent/guardian say NO

-Patrol Supervisor has the authority to remove child without permission IF reasonable cause to believe that continued presence of the child in home is IMMINENTLY DNAGEROUS to life or health, Patrol Supervisor may direct UMOS to remove the child.

3 Types of “abuse” of Children

A “M.A.N.” Child

Maltreated Child- Includes a Neglected child under 18 years of age who has had serious physical injury (SPI) inflicted upon them by other than accidental means

Abused Child-Less than 18 and the parent/guardian does or allows:

-Serious Physical Injury (SPI) OR

-Creates a substantial risk of Physical Injury (PI) OR

-A sexual offense against a child (prostitution, incest, sexual performance

by a child)

Neglected Child- Less than 18the parent/guardian does or allows:

-Failure to supply adequate food, clothing, shelter, education or medical

care OR

-Inflicts excessive corporal punishment OR

-Lost control in dealing with the child due to drugs or alcohol OR

-An abandoned child OR

-Anything else of a serious nature requiring the aid of the court

Interim Order #36 of 2001

-Special Victims Squad must be notified in two cases:

1) Any allegation child less than 11 years is victim of abuse inflicted by parent or legal guardian

2) Any allegation child less than 13 years and is victim of sex crime or attempt by any person

Remember!!!!

If a Police Officer has ANY suspicion that a child is a “M.A.N.” Child a “Report of Suspected Child Abuse or Maltreatment” must be prepared and

State Central Registry notified whether State Central Registry accepts notification or not

Penal Law Offenses

Endangering the Welfare of a Child- Class A Misdemeanor

1. Knowingly, acts in a manner likely to be injurious to; physical, mental or moral welfare of a child less than 17 years; or if he/she directs or authorizes the child to engage in an occupation involving a substantial risk of danger to life/health.

2. When Parent/Guardian who is legally charged with custody of child less than 18 years old fails or refuses to exercise reasonable diligence in the control of the child to prevent the child form becoming abused, neglected, a juvenile delinquent, or a person need in need of supervision.

Abandonment of a Child- Class E Felony

1. Parent/Guardian of a child less than 14 years deserts child in any place with intent to wholly abandon it

Abandoned Infant Protection Act- Operation Safe Horizon (P.G. 215-19)

Parent guardian unable to care for newborn may anonymously and safely leave infant in care of responsible person at hospital, precinct, etc.

Creates Affirmative Defense if:

1. Manner is safe for child

2. Not more than 5 days old

3. Intent that child can be safe from Physical Injury and care for

Unlawfully Dealing with a Child- Class B Misdemeanor

1. Owner, lessee, manager or employee of place where alcoholic beverages are sold/given away permits child less than 16 years to enter or remain in such place unless:

a. Accompanied by parent/guardian or authorized adult

b. Activity being offered is part of benefit or under control of non-profit school, church, other educational or religious institution

c. Permitted by Law

d. Establishment closed to public for specified period of time and no alcoholic beverage sold, served, given away or consumed during that period

-Person tattoos body of child less than 18 years

-Person sells tobacco in any form to child less than 18 years

Unlawful Dealing with a Child in the 1st- Class A Misdemeanor

-Person knowingly permits child less than 18 years old to enter or remain in premise or establishment where there is sexual activity, controlled substance or marijuana

-Person gives/sells or causes to be given/sold any alcoholic beverage to person less than 21 years

Sexual Offenses

Sexual Misconduct, Rape, Criminal Sex Act, Sexual Abuse, All have subdivisions that specifically pertain to children less than 17 years

Assault 2nd- Class D Felony

1. Subdivision 8: 18 years or more with intent to cause physical injury to person less than 11 years, defendant recklessly causes serious physical injury to such person

2. Subdivision 9: 18 years or more with intent to cause Physical injury to person less than 7 years, defendant causes physical injury to such person

Aggravated Assault Upon a Person Less than 11 Years Old- Class E Felony

1. Person 18 years or more commits Assault 3rd upon person less than 11 years and has previous conviction for Assault 3rd with in preceding 3 years.

3 Categories of Youth and Adolescence that may Require Enforcement Activity

Juvenile Misconduct

Juvenile Delinquent

Juvenile Offender

Juvenile Misconduct

Misbehavior, improper conduct, including but not limited to

-P.I.N.S. (Person In Need of Supervision)

-Truants

Ex: Alcoholics, runaways

-Juvenile Misconduct may be an indication of problems that are not easily visible…

P.I.N.S. Person In Need of Supervision

PINS is a person less than 18 years of age who:

1. Does not attend school in accordance with provisions of Article 65 of Education Law or

2. Who is incorrigible, ungovernable or is habitually disobedient and beyond the lawful control of parent or lawful authority

3. Violated section 221.05 Marijuana

PINS Procedure

Prepare a Juvenile Report

Refer parent to family court to seek a PINS Petition

Police Officer will not take a PINS into custody with out a court order

Direct Parent to Youth Aid Unit for assistance

Truants

Person who is at least 6 years old but less than 18 years old (6-17) who is observed “on the street” during school hours and there is probable cause to believe such juvenile is Truant

Truants Procedure

Deliver juvenile to principal or designee of school attended, if known

-If impractical, take to Borough Truancy Site

-Make Activity Log entries and have principal or representative sign Activity Log as receipt for child

-Prepare Youth Referral and deliver to Desk Officer

Juvenile Delinquency (JD) 215-09

As defined by Family Court Act- As child over 7 and less than 16 (8-15 years of age) who commits an act that would be a crime if committed by an adult

Juvenile Report 215-08

To record and investigate complaints regarding Juveniles

-At least 7 but less than 16 years

Prepared for:

Act that would be a crime for an adult except act record on Complaint Report (207-01)

-Petty Violations

-P.I.N.S.

-Intox

-Less than 16 in Prostitution house

Prepare separate Juvenile Report: for each juvenile involved and deliver to Desk Officer

When an Offense is Committed

MOS will detain youth and notify Desk Officer Attempt to determine age…

Desk Officer will determine if arrest or juvenile report applies…

Based On: (Acronym: FORMP)

Facts (or circumstances)

Offense committed

Recommendation

Manner in which committed

Previous record from Criminal and Youth services

Must Arrest if JD Committs:

Felony

Unlawful Assembly

Photographable Misdemeanor

CPW4, firearm only

Prohibited Use of a Weapon

Fraud Accosting- except for 3 Card Monte Game

Sexual Abuse 2

Promoting Prostitution 4

Prostitution

Trademark Counterfeit 3

Manufacture, transport dispose, deface a weapon or Dangerous Instrument

Criminal Impersonation 2

Loitering for the purpose of prostitution

Patronizing a Prostitute 3 or 4

Juvenile NOT to be Release on Personal Recognizance

(Acronym: AJAWNERD)

Act Committed against Family/Household member and act is felony assault, any sex offense or release would be dangerous to family

Juvenile Offender

Arrest on Felony and awaiting trial on a violent felony

Wanted on Warrant

No supervision

Endangered health/morals

Returned date- no show

Danger to community or Designated felony and family court is in session

Fingerprints

11 and 12 years old

A or B Felony

13 years or older

Any felony

Juvenile Detention Procedure

Detain and question juvenile only in “designated room” (juvenile room)

Send for parents/Give Miranda ONLY with parents present/Obtain pedigree info...

Check juvenile activities/Youth Records/Warrants

Determine if qualify for Appearance Ticket

Juvenile Offender

A Child aged 13* and older but less than 16 years old (13,14,15) taken into custody and charged with a felony as indicated:

-*A 13 year old is only charged as Juvenile Offender in cases dealing with Murder 2 (subdivision 1 and 2)

-13,14,15 year olds Murder 2 (sub 1 and 2)

-14 and 15 years olds- Murder 2 (sub 3)

and 14 and 15 years olds charged with: (Acronym: MARC KC ABRAM)

Murder 2 (sub 1,2, and 3)

Assault 1

Rape 1

Criminal Possession of a Weapon 2,3

Kidnapping and attempts

Criminal sex act

Arson 1 and 2

Burglary 1 and 2

Robbery 1 and 2

Aggravated Sex Abuse 1

Manslaughter

Juvenile Offender- Procedure

-Prepare OLBS (Juvenile Offender crimes listed in charges section Enter “Juvenile Offender” in Desk Appearance Ticket return date caption)

-Conduct Warrant/Investigation card/Juvenile Recidivist check via FINEST

-Fingerprint/Photograph

-Prepare Juvenile Arrest Investigation/Probation Intake Report

-Bring forms to Desk Officer

-Juvenile Offender not eligible for Personal Recognizance

-Keep Juvenile Offender separate from adult Prisoners

-Deliver OLBS and forms to Central Booking

-Juvenile Offenders go to Central booking not BRIDGES!!!

-Do not transport with adults!

-Female Police Officer should accompany female juveniles

Types of Gangs

-Criminal Gang- Formal structure, mafia

-Street Gang- Violence “status” (bloods)

-Youth Gang- Identifiable group engaged in unlawful anti-social activity

-Marginal Gang- A gang suspected of unlawful activity by alleged information obtained

Situation/Event Group-Spontaneous

Drug Gang-Distributes narcotics

Gangs- Procedure

Take immediate action (backup)

Notify Patrol Supervisor

Activity log entries

Contact Intelligence Division –Operations Desk 877 4INTEL -24hrs, 7 days a week

Resources Programs and Referrals for Youth

Combatting Graffiti

-Anti Graffiti Initiative

-Mayors Anti Graffiti Task Force

-Graffiti Hotline

-Graffiti Reward Program

-Graffiti Vandal Unit (NYPD)

Youth Division-NYPD

-Education Violence Reduction Section:

(Education on drugs, Gang Resistance Education and Training “GREAT” etc…)

Youth Outreach Section: (Police Athletic League—Pal, Drug Abuse Resistance Education—DARE)

Auto Related Crimes and Procedures

Reason for Auto Larceny

-Parts

-Used for other crimes

-Joyriding

Prevention and Detection

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

-VIN describes certain features of the auto (eg. Year, model, make, engine type, # of doors, etc.)

-VIN plates- several locations- Most common driver’s side dashboard and door

-Signs of tampering: bent or crooked plate, rivets damaged or missing covered or hidden

-Never Reach in an auto to uncover a VIN, have driver removed object(s)

Indicators of Theft

Clean plate on dirty car or visa versa

Worn plate secured by new bolts/wire

Tampering of locks

Shattered windows

Freshly painted

Damaged trunk, lid appears to be pried

No hubcaps undersized tires

Plates do not match

Chop Shops

Build or premise where vehicles are destroyed, altered, dismantled, etc.

Vehicles and or parts are then sold or disposed of

Buildings in a commercial area, no business signs, work on cars and no DMV repair licenses displayed, business operating at odd hours, doors/gates remain closed, but open periodically to allow vehicles to enter or leave

Parts truck, Bones Truck

Tools of the Trade

Screwdrivers

Slim Jim

Dent Pullers

Extracting ignition lock puller

Ignition lock breaker

Special wrench sockets

Coat Hangers

NYPD Preventative Measures

Combat Auto Theft (CAT) Program- 1AM-5AM

Commuter CAT- 10AM-4PM

HEAT (Help End Auto Theft) NYC Residents greater than 40 years old

Two decals authorizing Police Officer to stop auto if driver appears under the age

of 25 (24 hours a day).

Reporting Stolen Vehicle

-Assigned MOS will conduct investigation at the scene

-Complainant at Precinct will be transported back to the scene or asked to await MOS at the location

-MOS records results of Investigation in the details section of the Complaint Report Worksheet

-NO COMPLAINTS TAKEN OVER THE PHONE

-Complainant prepared Vehicle Theft Preliminary Investigation Report and Vehicle Theft Supporting Deposition

Lost or Stolen Plates

One plate lost or stolen = Lost Property

Two plates lost or stolen = Petit Larceny

-Alarm transmitted via Finest system

-Attach copy of NYSPIN acknowledgment to complaint report

Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle

What is the difference between unauthorized use of a vehicle and larceny of a vehicle/

Unauthorized Use = USE

Larceny of Vehicle = the person intends to keep it permanently or for such a long time that it is not worth much anymore

Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle – Misdemeanor PL 165.05

When a person…

1. Knowing he does not have consent, uses vehicle or

2. Having custody of a vehicle to service it, he uses it in a gross deviation or

3. Having custody of vehicle, retains in gross deviation of agreed return date

-Remain 7 days beyond agreement and then 2 days beyond receiving written notice

Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle – Felony PL 165.06

When a person…

1. Commits Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle (misdemeanor) in the first way and has a previous conviction for Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle in the past 10 years

2. Commits Unauthorized Use of a Vehicle (misdemeanor) and has intent to use the vehicle in the commission or flight from class A,B,C,D Felony

Auto Stripping – Misdemeanor PL 165.09

When a person…

1. Intentionally removed, destroy or defaces any part of a vehicle (including abandoned vehicle) with out consent of owner

Auto Stripping – Felony PL 165.10

When a person…

1. Commits Auto Stripping (misdemeanor) and has a previous conviction with in the past 5 years

2. Removes, destroys, defaces any part of 2 or more vehicles and the value of the parts exceeds $1,000.00 (does not include abandoned vehicles)

Signs of Impaired Driving

Following too close to other vehicles

Inconsistent Speeds

Gradual Drafting and weaving

Turning with a wide radius

Straddling centre or lane markers

Breaking erratically

Observations During an Interview

Alcohol on Breath

Slurred or Thick speech

Face flushed or pale

Eyes Bloodshot, red or puffy

Balance Unsteady, swaying

Open containers in Vehicle

Missing Distances

Upon Making an Arrest for DWI

-Remove prisoner to command, precinct of arrest

-Prisoner will be asked to submit to a chemical test

-Must be performed with in 2 hours

-Failure to submit to test will result in suspension of prisoner’s license

-Prisoner may request a lawyer as long as it does not delay the administration of the chemical test

-Police Officer does not need to inform prisoner of right to request lawyer

-Prisoner may have test done by person physician but not until department test is completed

Zero Tolerance Law

Drivers under 21 who are found to be driving with any alcohol in their system, .02 to .05 BAC

VTL section 1192-A requires a six month suspension of a driver’s license and penalty of $125.00

Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)

VTL Section 1192, Sub. 1- DWAI – Operating a Motor Vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs- Violation (BAC < .08)

VTL Section 1192, Sub. 2- DWI – Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs- Misdemeanor (BAC .08 or more)

Aggravated DWI - Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs- (BAC .18 or more)

VTL Section 1192, Sub. 3- Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs- Misdemeanor – (Based on Police Officer’s Observations) Prisoner refuses Chemical Test

VTL Section 119, Sub. 4- Operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs- Misdemeanor (Driving While Impaired by Drugs)

Vehicular Manslaughter – Felony (DWI+Death)

When a person…

Cause the death of a person by operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs

-In Violation of the NYS VTL Section 1192, Sub. 2, 3 or 4

Vehicular Assault – Felony (DWI+SPI)

When a person…

Causes a Serious Physical Injury by operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Unlicensed Operator – Traffic Infraction VTL 509 Sub 1

No person shall operate a motor vehicle upon a public highway, or upon any sidewalk or to or from any lot adjacent to a public garage, supermarket, shopping center, or car wash unless he is duly licensed pursuant to the VTL.

Note: Issue a summons for this infraction

Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle- 3rd Degree (misdemeanor) VTL 511, sub. 1

When a person…

Operates a motor vehicle upon a public highway knowing that his or her licensees is either suspected or revoked

-Motorist is arrested

-May issued a DAT if available

Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle- 2nd Degree (Misdemeanor)

VTL 511, sub. 2

When a person…

Operates a motor vehicle upon a public highway knowing that his or her licensees is either suspected or revoked

-3 or more suspension on at least 3 separate dates

-Must arrest (No DAT)

Aggravated Unlicensed Operation of a Motor Vehicle – 1st Degree (Felony)

VTL 511, sub. 3

When a person…

Operates a motor vehicle upon a public highway knowing that his or her licensees is either suspected or revoked

-10 or more suspensions on at least 10 separate dates

-Must arrest (No DAT)

Rules for Vehicle Pursuits

Ask yourself – Does the immediate apprehension of the subjects outweigh the danger to public safety caused by the pursuit?

See PG 212-39

Department vans and scooters will not be used in pursuits

Motorcycles will limit pursuits

-They will terminate pursuit when four-wheeled vehicles join

Only two vehicles (primary and secondary) and supervisor will pursue the subject and transmit over the radio

The secondary vehicle will stay at least 5 car lengths behind the primary vehicle

Prohibited Acts

-Ramming or placing a moving Department vehicle in a position to be struck by the pursued vehicle

-Driving alongside the pursued vehicle

-Road blocks (unless specifically directed by supervisory personnel)

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Always remain alert to the danger of moving traffic

Use torrent lights, flashers, light bar, reflective traffic vests, cones, flares, and any other item that will increase your visibility and safety

When there are fatalities or seriously injured persons who are likely to die, accident scenes are also crime scenes

In these situations, the Accident Investigation Squad (AIS) of the Highway Unit will respond

When responding to an accident in low visibility or at night, use lights and flares

In other instances, traffic cones should be used to diverty traffic

First row of cones/flares are placed on an angle to merge traffic into lanes away from the accident

Place the first cone at least 200 feet from the accident on a High Speed Roadway

Cones should be placed 8 to 10 feet apart, flares 2 to 3 feet apart

Place the RMP approximately 2 car lengths behind the accident

Turn the front wheels of the RMP towards the curb

Prepare a Police Accident Report (PAR) MV10AN

This contains a section that requires you to give an opinion as to the factors that contributed to the accident (based on your investigation)

Prepare the top portion of Accident Information Exchange/Acknowledgment of Found Property and have the operators complete rest of form

If injuries, note if seatbelts were used and/or if airbag was deployed

Place Identification Tag (toe tag) if a person is unconscious removed to hospital

Personal injury bicycle accidents not involving a motor vehicle are reported on Aided Report Worksheet, not a PAR

Civilian Requirements for Reporting Accident

VTL Section 605 requires persons to report accidents where there is:

-Death

-Any injury

-In excess of $1,000.00 worth of property damage

Truck and Bus Supplement Accident Form (MV104S)

This form is used to report information about certain trucks, tractor trailers and buses involved in accidents

An MV104S + PAR must be prepared when 2 conditions exist:

Prepare a MV104S + PAR when:

1. The accident involves at least one qualifying vehicle:

a. Any commercial truck having a Gross Weight Rating or Gross Combined Weight Rating more than 10,000 Lbs.

b. Any vehicle displaying a hazardous materials placard

c. A bus designed to carry nine (9) or more persons, including the driver

2. The accident must result in one of the following conditions

a. At least one(1) person sustained fatal injuries

b. At least one(1) person was transported for immediate medical treatment

c. At least one(1) vehicle was towed/transported from the scene (other than for a flat tire)

Vehicle Not Requiring Insurance Cards (Acronym: TGIF)

Taxis, buses and other rented vehicles

Government owned Vehicles

Vehicles, operating under public service commission and the ICC

Certain Farm Vehicles

Leaving the Scene of an Accident

Property Damage Only = Traffic Infraction

Personal injury = Misdemeanor

Death or Serious Physical Injury = A Felony

In cases where a motorist has left the scene prior to police arrival:

-Transmit a description of the auto if known

-Prepare a Complaint Report Worksheet

The Offense: Leaving the Scene of an Accident

Department Vehicle Accidents (PG 217-06)

If you are involved in an accident while driving a department vehicle

-Request ambulance, if necessary

-Request operator, occupants and witnesses to remain until the Patrol Supervisor arrives

-Obtain the name, address, home and business telephone numbers of persons involved and witnesses

-Prepare “A Report of Motor Vehicle Accident” (MV104) not a PAR, in all cases

-If the officer is incapacitated, the Patrol Supervisor will prepare the Report of Motor Vehicle Accident, in addition to other forms

DARP Tow (PG 217-09)

Directed Accident Response Program

-Private tow companies on rotation basis remove vehicles involved in accidents

-Tow truck(s) are not allowed to respond to accidents unless called

-Summons and Report of Violation (LD6) for any unauthorized tow trucks

-Give information regarding vehicle = Color, body type, plate number

-Do not give make, model, and year of vehicle

-After 30 minutes, the officer will request C.U. to cancel the first tow company and to assign the next tow company in the rotation

Rotation Tow (Ro-Tow)

Private tow companies on a rotation basis remove and store vehicle from city streets

Vehicles must be unoccupied

Vehicles That Qualify for Ro-Tow (Acronym: ARAVED)

Auto alarm ringing and unable to disconnect

Recovered Stolen

Apparently Abandoned

VIN missing or illegible

Expired NYS Registration over 60 days or missing registration sticker

Driveway Tow

Vehicles not qualifying for Ro-Tow

Derelict

Owner Recovers

Truck/Motorcycle

Investigation

Forfeiture Proceedings

Commission of Crime

Highway, Bridge, Tunnel

Arrest made, Vehicle Seized

Safeguard

Evidence

Determine true owner

Other Types of Tows

Franchise Tow- (Authorized Tow) companies having contract with city to tow from highways, expressways, bridges etc.

Sanitation Tow- Sanitation Department tows derelict autos

Department Tow- NYPD tows vehicles:

Investigations, forfeiture, commission of crime, arrest, safeguard, evidence, determine owner

Fraud and Staged Accidents

What to look for:

-Minor accident and all occupants are claiming injury

-No debris at scene but heavy damage to scene

-Different accounts of how accident happened

-Post box is used as an address for occupants

Summonses

Defintion: A written accusatory instrument issued by a public servant, which charges a person with committing a specific offense

A summons will also instruct the violator when and where to appear in court

Summonses General

Qualities of a Summons

Violators 16 years old or more, except if violator is unable to care for self due to illness, injury, intoxication or any other reason that precludes the issuance of a summons

-Issued in lieu of arrest

Laws, Codes, and Regulations

-NYC Administrative Codes

-NYC Health Code

-NYC Traffic Regulations

-General Business Law

-NYS Vehicle Traffic Law

-NYS Tax Law

-NYS Penal Law

All Penal Law Violations Except:

Criminal Solicitation

Failure to respond to an appearance ticket

Appearance in public under the influence of narcotics or a drug other than alcohol

|Type |Returnable to: |

|Parking |NYC Department of Finance |

| |Parking Violation Bureau |

|Traffic |NYS Department of Motor Vehicles Traffic |

| |Violation Bureau |

|Criminal |NYC Criminal Court |

|Environment Control Board |ECB |

|Transit Adjudication Bureau |TAB |

Obtained from the Desk Officer

Prepare in Numerical Order

Do not use military time

Use black ink only

Do not cross out

*One violation per summons

*Prepared in error, bring parts to Commanding Officer

Do not write on side margins

Activity Log Entries

Completed Summonses placed in designated Receptacle at Command

7 Steps to Preparing Summonses

Observe the violation

Prepare the appropriate summons

Issue copy of summons to violator

Activity log entries

Complete Certificate of Summons Served Card

Submit copy at command

Be prepared for courtroom testimony

3 Goals

Prevent accidents, protect life and property

Maintain safe and expedient traffic flow

Ensure compliance with state and local traffic regulations

**Under no circumstances may you issue a person service summons to an Unidentified Violator

Traffic Summons

When issuing traffic summons:

-Inform violator

-Request driver’s license and insurance card

-Do license check using – MDT

-Prepare a personal service summons

-Ask motorist to sign summons

-Give motorist – “motorist copy”

-Activity Log/Certification Card

Some Common Offenses:

-Speeding

-Disobeying signs

-Failure to yield the right of way

-Improper passing

-Seat Belt Law Violation

-Operate Cell Phone While Driving

Elements of a NYS Driver’s License

9 Digit ID # Red Highlighted Sections Include:

Date of Birth -Under 21 years old

Name and Address -Date of Birth if Under 21

Sex -Conditional use

Eye Color -Restricted Use

Height -Expiration Date

Class

Endorsement

Restrictions

Date of Issuance

Date of Expiration

NYS Registration Information:

-Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

-Vehicle plate check digit

-Body Type

-Plate number

-Expiration Date

-Vehicle make and year

**New York State law no longer requires drivers to present a registration card

Vehicles Exempt from Carrying Insurance Card (Acronym: TGIF)

Taxis, buses and other rented vehicles

Government owned Vehicles

Vehicles, operating under public service commission and the ICC

Certain Farm Vehicles

Mandatory Drivers License Checks

-Whenever RMP is equipped with MDT

-Traffic accidents involving death or physical injury

-Vehicle operator does not present a NYS Driver’s License

-Other situations that require further investigation

-Remove violator to command if doubt concerning identity exists

-Prepare only one summons per violation

-If multiple offenses arise from a single traffic incident, each summons is returnable to their respective court, then make all summonses returnable to criminal court

-Request violator to sign bottom of the summons

Activity Log Entries Include:

Description of offense

Summons Number

Violator’s name

Violator’s Date of Birth

Type of ID presented and serial number

Make and model of Vehicle

Number of passengers in vehicle

20 Most Hazardous Violations

Failed to yield the right of way to vehicle

Following too closely

Speeding

Reckless Driving

Improper Turn

Fail to obey traffic signal

Disobey sign

Improper Passing

Fail to yield right of way to pedestrian

Backing unsafely

Fail to keep right

Driving While Intoxicated

Defective Brakes

Unlicensed Operator

Driving while ability to operate is impaired by alcohol or drugs

Failure to wear seatbelt, use of child safety seat

Spillback

Use of a cellular telephone while driving

Disobey pavement markings

Overtaking and passing a school bus

“B” Summons General

-License plate cover violations issued to NYS plates only

-If violator destroys or discard his/her copy of summons, Police Officer may issue a “C” summons for Littering

-Persons riding bicycles on public streets subject to many of same laws as drivers

-The word bicycle will be entered on portion of summons asking for year and make of vehicle

Note: Juvenile Report will be prepared for Traffic Infractions age 7-15

General Traffic Provisions

White Lines: Separate lanes of traffic moving in same direction

Yellow Lines- Separate lanes of traffic moving in opposite direction

Single Broken Line- Motorist may pass if crossing will not interfere with traffic

Single Sold White Line- A warning line motorist should not pass but may if conditions require

Double White Line- Motorist may not change lanes if the line is solid

-If above line is broken they may pass if traffic permits

Double yellow Line- Motorists may not pass but may turn in or out of driveway or alley

-Cross to make legal U-turn

Failure to Stop for School Bus (VTL 1174, Sub A)

-Driver of Vehicle must stop before meeting or overtaking, from either direction

-School Bus that has stopped for purpose of receiving/discharging school children and…

-Has in operation a flashing red signal and/or stop sign

-Driver may not proceed until bus resumes motion or until signaled by bus driver

Unlawful Use of a Handheld Cellular Phone by an Operator of a Motor Vehicle

No person may operate a motor vehicle upon a public highway while using a mobile telephone to engage in a call while such vehicle is in motion

-Excluding emergency situations

Seat Belts

Rules Regarding Seat Belts:

-All passengers under 4 years old must be restricted by a car seat

-Passengers under 4 years old but over 40 pounds must be in a booster seat (chunk child)

-All passengers over 4 years old but under 7 years old must be in a booster seat

-All front seat passengers must wear seat belts

-Seat belts are optional for real seat passengers 16 years or older

-Each adult Violator gets a summons

-If a juvenile violator (less than 16) the operator gets the summons

Seat Belts

Exemption from Safety Belt Rules

-School Bus Passengers 4 years or older

-Authorized Emergency Vehicles

-Taxis

-Liveries

-Buses other than school buses

-1964 or older model vehicles

Motorized Scooters

The operator of a motorized scooter or skateboard on the streets of NYC is a VTL violation

Violation may be issued summons or arrested

If violator is juvenile, prepare Juvenile Report (instead of summons) and…

Seize the device as arrest evidence

Criminal Court Summons

When issuing a summons returnable to Criminal Court:

-Personally observe violation

-Inform the violator

-Request proper ID

-Do a warrant check through communications (10-18 positive) (10-19 negative)

-Complete the front copy of a person service summons

-Complete the reverse side labeled “Criminal Court Information” describe

violation in your own words

-Sign and Date the summons

-Ensure that the return date, time and specific summons part is indicated on the

summons

-Give the Violator (defendant) the appropriate copy

“C” Summons

-A summons with properly completed “information” section will eliminate the need for the issuing officer to appear in court on the return date

-When preparing this section you must indicate the specific actions of the offender

Incorrect: “The defendant committed the offense of disorderly conduct”

Correct: “AT TPO the defendant sat in the roadway. Thereby obstructing vehicular traffic. When asked to leave, the defendant refused.

Disorderly Conduct Summonses

When UMOS is the complainant:

-Request the Patrol Supervisor whenever physical force or restraint was used. It was necessary to search or handcuff violator

-Violator was placed in, or transported from the scene, in a Department Vehicle

-If Patrol Supervisor not available, remove Violator to command, Desk Officer will determine validity of charge

“C” Summons

-When issuing a “C” summons to individual age 16 or 17: (PG 209-33)

-Attempt to notify parent/guardian

-Do not detain individual solely for purpose of making this notification

-Deliver photocopy of summons to Precinct Youth Officer

-Write notification information on photocopy of summons

-Do not write on actual summons

Parking Summons

When issuing a Summons returnable to the Parking Violations Bureau

-Conduct a brief investigation to see if vehicle is stolen, abandoned or derelict

-Possible stolen Vehicle indicators:

-Old Summonses

-Vehicle Damage (Broken Window)

-Location unusual for vehicle

-Police Officers observation or other information

When issuing a summons returnable to the Parking Violations Bureau:

-For New York Sate vehicles take information from registration stickers on windshield

-For out of state vehicles, information is based on visual observation of vehicle, N/A is used in dismissal of the summons

Omission or Mis-description of the following will result in the dismissal of the summons:

-The location

-The plate number

-The expiration Date

-The make of the vehicle

-The model of the vehicle

-The operator’s name if present

-You may issue up to three (3) summonses to a parked vehicle per day

-No summonses for abandoned or derelict vehicles

-Make activity log entries and complete captions on the certificate of parking summons

Never Summons:

Abandoned Vehicles:

-No plate for more than 6 hours on highway or other public place

-Public street more than 7 days consecutive

-More than 96 hours on property of another with out ownership permission

Derelict Vehicle

-Motor Vehicle so dilapidated, burned out, stripped, vandalized with no apparent use other than scrap

In other words: a P.O.S.

Diplomatic Vehicles

-Plate issued by the United States Dept. Of State

-3 types: Diplomat, Consul or staff

-Staff “S” Vehicle no parking immunity

-Diplomat “D” and consul “C” summonsed for violations crediting safety hazards

-Double Parking -Fire zone/hydrant

-No standing/stopping -bus stop

-Parking in crosswalk/on sidewalk

NYC Special Parking Permit

-Issued to people with certain disabilities

-Used on city streets

-Allowed to park at:

-All no parking areas, EXCEPT taxi stands

-No standing except trucks loading and unloading areas, EXCEPT IN THE GARMENT DISTRICT (MANHATTAN)

-No standing/Stopping signs

-Fire hydrants, bus stops, taxi stands

-Crosswalks, driveways, sidewalks

-Garment District, Cross Town Street

ECB Summons

ECB adjudicates violations under:

-Health codes

-Parks dept rules

-General and Food vending codes and rules

-Canine Waste Law

-Noise code and rules

-Sanitation code

-Sewer code and rules

-Water code and rules…

ECB summonses are returnable to ECB ONLY

ECB summonses are considered a civil matter

No arrests made for violations returnable to ECB

“C” summonses are not issued for ECB Jurisdiction violation

If an ECB and a “C” summons are issued stemming from the same incident, different return dates must be given

ECB Return Dates

21 days if food or property is removed

30 to 37 days if no food or property is removed

Canine Waste Law

-Blind persons not summonsed

-Discretion used with elderly and handicapped person

TAB Summons

A Transit Adjudication Bureau (TAB) summons is issued for violations of the NY Code of Rules and Regulations (“1050” codes) occurring in the transit system

-Fare Evasion

-Drinking alcohol in subways

-Smoking on subway train

-Occupying more than 1 seat etc.

Officers ASSIGNED TO TRANSIT ISSUE TAB summonses

Officers assigned to Precincts may issue a “C” summons to violators on the transit system returnable to criminal court

If property is to be confiscated a “C” summons will be prepared

If a TAB and a “C” summons are both issued different return dates given

Traffic (TAB) Instructions on BACK of summons

Criminal- as per daily FINEST message

Parking- Instructions on Summons

ECB- 21 days if food or property is removed; 30 days if no food or property is removed

TAB- 28 days from date of issuance “Return dates will not be weekends or holidays”

Maintaining Public Order

NYC Marshall

-Enforces Monetary Judgments

-New York State Family Court

-New York State Supreme Court

Appointed 5 years

-Badge/ID (B.O.M.)

-Peace Officer if firearm trained

-Must be bonded

NYC Sheriff

-Enforces civil court judgments

-Enforces monetary judgments

-NYS family court

-NYS supreme court

-Passes badge and ID

-Peace officer

Legal Issues: Sheriffs and Marshals

OGA 2nd

Criminal Impersonation – Misdemeanor

Both must have court order

Expire with in 60 days

Warrants of Eviction

Past judgment order

-Monday to Friday 800-1700 hours

-Tenant gets 72 hours written notice (not including Saturday/Sunday)

-Landlord/Rep must be present

-May break in

Warrants of Eviction: UMOS Responsibility

-Do not assist in breaking in

-Preserve the peace

-Remain on scene until all belongings are removed

-cannot leave on sidewalk

-Bonded moving van- to Warehouse/Dept of Sanitation Warehouse

Unlawful Eviction

Lawful Tenant

-30 or more consecutive days

-Lease

-Hotel/Rent Stabilization Law and requested a lease

Residential Property/Dwelling Unit

-Not residential

-Hospitals, convents, public institution, government owned housing (NYCHA)

Signs of Unlawful Eviction

-Changing locks

-Use/Threaten use of force

-Cut of Essential Service

-Remove entrance door

-Remove possessions

-Serious Building/Health code violations

-Penalty:

-“A” Misdemeanor

-If allow tenant to return = Summons

-If no ID/Not allow tenant to return = Arrest

-No DAT/No Prints

Unlawful Eviction and Family Disputes

-Unlawful evicted by a family member

-UMOS does not have to force landlord to let tenant back in if possibility of violence exists

Orders to Seize Property

Court order to seize property

Monday to Friday 0800-1700 hours

May break in if so stated

Responsible for damages

Marshall/Sheriff may seize the property or property of equal value

Orders to Seize Property: UMOS responsibilities

-Preserve Peace

-Check ID/Valid Court Papers

-Accompany them into premise

-Explain procedure and OGA

-Record all property taken

-Remain on scene till done

-Respondent interferes notify Desk Officer and Patrol Supervisor before taking action

-Complaints against Marshals= DOI BOM

-Complaints against Sheriffs= Insp. Gen. of Sheriffs Department

-Eviction of Disabled/Elderly with out care

-Ascertain if notification to Social Services made, if not, stop the eviction

-Never assist in breaking into the premise

-Never assist in seizing or removing property

Civil Court

NYC Civil Court- Small Claims Part - $0.00-$3,000

NYC Civil Court- Any amount up to $25,000

New York State Supreme Court, civil part- Any amount usually more than $25,000

Civilians Repossessors

May take property so long as there is no breach of peace/Violation of law

Person Property Law

Scofflaw Vehicles

-Legally parked vehicles may be seized for non-payment of parkers

-NYC Sheriff

Patrol Conditions

-Taxi Disputes

-Must obey NYC TLC

-Chauffeur’s license

-Trip record

-Rate Card

-If Police officer can’t solve dispute = Desk Officer

Police Media Relations

Assistance or access given unless:

-Safety

-Interferes with Police Officer operations

-Rights of the accused

Release of Information to Press

After Arrest:

-Name, age, residence

-Charges

-Arresting Agency

-Circumstances surrounding the arrest

Other questions- refer to co Det. And DCPI

Do not release identity of:

-Juvenile Delinquents (Juvenile Offenders OK to give out)

-Complainant less than 16

-M.A.N. Child

-Victims of Sex Crime

Do not release home address/telephone of:

-Police officers

-Complainants

-Witnesses to a Crime

Media and Demonstrations

Do not interfere with video/photos in public places

Do not stop Media’s access to demonstrations or private property

Do not arrest for criminal trespass unless owner wants

Ranking Officer determines Media’s access

No access to interior crime scenes

Can cross Police/Fire lines

Discarded Refrigerators

And other self-locking containers:

-Objective is to prevent kids from locking themselves in and/or suffocating

-Direct person responsible, if known to remove door, door latch and door stop

-If owner is known and refuse to comply, arrest for Criminal Nuisance the Misdemeanor (PL 240.35)

A. If owner is unknown, UMOS remove the door, door latch, if tools are available

B. If UMOS is unable to make device safe, request ESU via police radio

1. Make an Activity Log entry of Facts, including the name of ESU officers responding

Care and Disposition of Animals

-Animals Uncared for

-Contain in a portable Kennel

-May be transported via RMP to the center for animal care and control

-The kennel containing the uncared animal must be placed in the rear seat of the RMP

-Never place an animal in the trunk of an automobile

Demonstrations

Demonstrators are allowed under the first amendment

NYC can regulate; Time, place and duration of demonstration (permits granted by the City)

The Commanding Officer will determine the number of Demonstrators

Right to destroy or burn American flag (NYC Admin Code ‘Open Fire’ may be enforced)

Procedures:

Protect demonstrator’s rights and unobstructed passage of non-demonstrators

Ex. Barriers

Arrest made if obstruction of Vehicular or Pedestrian Traffic occur

Decision on where demonstrators march will be conducted by ranking supervisor at scene

Demonstrators in Commercial Areas:

Most demonstrations take place here because largest amount of people hear message

Residential Areas:

Used when particular Area is the focus

If unreasonable noise, disorderly conduct may apply

Civil Disorder and Riots:

Key – Rapid mobilization to avoid full scale riot

-Handle Disorderly Group

-Respond to key positions

5 types of Disorderly Groups:

1) Casual: Not disorderly Temporary Crowd- No common interests

2) Expressive: Disorderly, Terror or Revelry

3) Acquisitive: Disorderly, looters

4) Escape: Disorderly, Frightened and in flight

5) Aggressive: Disorderly, rioters/terrorizes

Categories of Disorderly Groups

Category 1: Hostile, ready to engage in disorder, frustrated/angry- start riots

Category 2: Non-Violent, will engage in riots

Role of the Police Officers in Civil Disorder

Need Rapid, controlled response to prevent small disturbance from growing

Do not drive through disorder to get to mobilization point

Objective- Isolate/Contain, Secure problem areas, dispense, demoralize

Team Assignments

Team- 8 Police Officers, 1 Sergeant

Crowd Dispersal

Mobile Response

Arrest Duty

General Patrol

Protecting Problem Locations

Escort Duty

Offenses Relating to Civil Disorder:

Disorderly Conduct

Type Violation

CMS Intentionally, Recklessly

Definition: A person intentionally or recklessly creates a risk of public inconvenience, annoyance or alarm in one of seven ways: (Acronym: FUR HOOD)

Fighting or Violent or threatening behavior

Unreasonable noise

Refusal to comply with a lawful order to disperse (3 or more)

Hazardous or physically offensive condition

Obscene language or gesture

Obstructs Vehicular/Pedestrian Traffic

Disrupts a lawful assembly

Note: “ROO” must be in a public place

Unlawful Assembly

Type: Misdemeanor (1 &4)

Definition: When a person and four others:

1) Prepare to engage in violent or tumultuous behavior likely to cause public alarm or

2) Being Present at an assembly which either has or develops the purpose of engaging in violent behavior

Inciting to Riot

Type: Misdemeanor (1 with 10 or more)

Definition: A person engages ten or more people to engage in violent conduct which will likely cause public alarm

Note: Only the one person will be arrested

Riot

Type: Misdemeanor (1&4)

Definition: A person plus four others engage in violent or tumultuous behavior AND

Intentionally or recklessly cause a grave risk of public alarm

Riot

Type: Felony (1 with 10 or more)

Definition: Person plus ten or more people engage in violent/tumultuous behavior AND

Intentionally or recklessly cause a grave risk of public alarm AND

Cause Physical Injury to non-participant or cause Substantial Property Damage

Quality of Life

Origin of Quality of Life Policing:

“Broken Windows”

-Theory introduced which states that when low level quality of life offenses are tolerated more serious crimes…

Environmental Psychology

-Study human nature in ways that make it possible to assure that environmental conditions help people to be decent

-Themes include attention, preferred environments, environmental stress and coping and participation

-Police Strategy number 5

-Move NYC toward a “decent society”

-Improve quality of life and reduce disorder

Quality of Life Offenses

1. Padlock Law Program PG 214-01

2. Narcotics Eviction Program PG 214-02

3. Graffiti Reward Program PG 214-03

4. Chronic Abuser Alarm Procedure PG 214-08

5. Unlawful Posting of Signs PG 214-10

6. Enforcement Activities Regarding Obscenity PG 214-11

7. Public Display of Offensive Material PG 214-11

8. Unlawful Evictions PG 214-12

9. Evictions, Repossessions, and Civil Processes PG 214-13

10. Driveway Tow Program PG 214-14

11. Weekly Street Conditions and Highway Conditions PG 214-22

12. Unnecessary Noise Violation PG 214-23

Tools Used to Enforce Quality of Life Issues

Criminal Court Summons

Intelligence Reporting

-Two conditions to be met:

1) Suspected/Receiving Information regarding ongoing criminal activity

2) Unable to effect a summary arrest

Responsibility of Intelligence Reporting

-Obtain Information

-Notify Intelligence Division

-Obtain log number and member notified from Intelligence Division

-Activity Log entries

Gang Activity

-Notify Patrol Supervisor and Intelligence Division

-Prepare 61 and/or OLBS if appropriate

Used when a traffic condition is observed and is not immediately correctable

Procedure:

-Prepare Traffic Intelligence Report

-Submit completed Traffic Intelligence Report to:

Traffic Safety Officer (precinct of occurrence) or Highway Unit concerned if condition observed on limited access highway

Red Light Violation Monitoring Program:

-Issuing summonses

-Red light cameras

Arrests for DWI

-DWI checkpoints

-Strict enforcements of NYS VTL

ECB (Environmental Control Board)

-Administrative tribunal adjudication violations

-Encompasses:

-Sanitation Violations

-Vendor Violations

-Environmental Issues: Air, Water, Noise pollutions and other serious

health and safety concerns

-Conduct hearings and levies fines

-Governed by 13 member board

-Police empowered to issue this agency’s form of summons the

Environmental Control Board-Notice of Violation and Hearing (ECB Summons)

Civil Enforcement Unit

-Uses Nuisance Abatement Laws to combat crime

-Work with precinct Commanders

-Obtains closing orders for commercial property operated by drug dealers

-Retain attorneys to fight crime

-Attorneys litigate civil actions such as Nuisance Abatement and forfeiture as a

response to crime and quality of life offenses

Laws and Codes

Public Consumption of Alcohol

-C Summons or Arrest

Noise Pollution

-Hard to enforce

-MOS determines if noise is unreasonable

-Sources of noise:

-Portable Radios

-Motor Vehicles (sound systems, mufflers, alarms, motorcycles)

-Parties and Clubs

Taxi Safety Standards

-Taxi Drivers Must:

-Have Chauffer’s license

-Obtain TLC license

-Pass English test

-Submit fingerprints for background check

-Graduate from Taxi school

-Pass final exam

Reckless Operation of Bicycle

-Subject to the same traffic regulations as motor vehicles

-Commons summonses for cyclists:

-Disobey red lights

-Stopping in crosswalks

-Riding on sidewalk, subway platforms

-Going wrong way down one way streets

-Failure to yield to pedestrians

Scooter Helmet Laws

-All persons under 14 required to wear a helmet when operating foot-propelled scooter

-Summonses not issued to violator

-Summons may be issued to parent/guardian if:

-Parent/guardian is 18 or older

-Violation occurs in their presence

Aggressive Panhandling

-Administrative code offenses (10-13)

-Prohibition against certain forms of aggressive panhandling-Misdemeanor

-Aggressive Manner Panhandling

-Non-Aggressive but illegal panhandling (ie: banks, check cashing, business, ATMs)

-Panhandling from occupants of motor vehicles on streets

Non Aggressive Squeegee Cleaners – Illegal window washers

-Enforcement may consist of:

-Arrests for traffic offenses

-NYC Traffic Rules and Regulations Sec 4-04 (E3) specifically prohibits illegal window washing of occupied vehicles or city streets

-Disorderly Conduct PL 240.20 (5): blocking vehicle traffic

-Harassment 2nd Violation PL 240.20: Threatens a motorist

Graffiti

Graffiti Offenses:

-Possession of Graffiti Instruments

-Making Graffiti

-Unlawful possession of aerosol/indelible marker

Enforcement for Graffiti Offenses:

-Administrative Code or Penal Law

-C Summons or Arrest

-ECB summons

Peddlers

Addressed by issuance of ECB Summons

-License Required (20-453)

-Display of License Food Vendors (20-161)

-Licenses, Permits required, Restrictions (17-307)

-Display of license or plate

Vender’s Property

-Some violations require removal of goods

-Remove to stationhouse and voucher accordingly

Parks

-NYC Parks Rules and Regulations

-Regulates use and enjoyment of public parks

-Violation of Rules and Regulations are a misdemeanor. C Summons may be issued

Violations are as follows:

-Disorderly Behavior (104-L)

Loitering (104-M)

Solicitation (104-R)

Panhandling (104-S)

Vendors (104-B)

Alcoholic Beverages (105-F)

Motor Vehicles (105-N)

Patrol Operations

Roll Call (PG 212-01)

-Conducted by supervisor

-daily assignments

-Special conditions

-Inspection of officers

-Precinct level training

Interrupted Patrol (PG 212-10)

MOS on patrol enters stationhouse for specific reason…

-Report to Desk Officer

-State Reason

-Inform Desk Officer of Departure

End of Tour (PG 212-03)

-Hand in completed forms/reports

-Return Equipment

-If on pose which requires relief:

Notify Desk Officer 1 hour before End of Tour

-If performing duty which requires overtime:

Notify Desk Officer of condition

Patrol Precinct

Foot Post (PG 202-21)

-Heavy public contact

-Report unusual conditions to Patrol Supervisor

-Don’t leave post except for meal

Notify Telephone Switchboard Operator at the beginning and end of meal

Police Officer Duties and Responsibilities

-If assigned to School/Church cross post:

-Ring Telephone Switchboard operator before and after condition

-Do not ring Telephone Switchboard operator if assigned to traffic post

-Ring Desk Officer between 0200 & 0700 hours

-Meal starts and ends on post/sector (no travel time)

-Notify telephone switchboard:

-At start and end of meal

-Of location of meal

-Submit Monthly Activity Report by 3rd day of each month

Sector Car Patrol (PG 202-22/23)

-Sector Team consists of Operator and Recorder

-Team must switch duties at 4th hour of tour

-RMP Operator:

-Driver of RMP

-Inspects RMP before tour

-Activity Log entry of RMP condition

-Notify Desk Officer of major RMP repair needed

-RMP Recorder:

-All Radio communications

-Prepare all reports

-Coordinate security when transporting prisoners

-Notify central when transporting (time, gender…)

-Sector Team:

-Do not leave sector unless instructed or emergency

-Respond to emergencies with in 5 blocks

Police Service Area

Confines of NYC Housing Authority

Vertical Patrol 2 Types (PG 212-59/60)

-Top to Bottom walk through building

-usual for purpose of:

-Preventing Criminal Activity

-Inspect for dangerous conditions

-2 Types:

-Directed Vertical Patrol

-To take corrective action

-Lost Child

-Search for criminal(s)

-Random Vertical Patrol

-Routine Patrol

-Search Area includes:

-Lobby, Roof, Elevators, basement, hallways, stairs…

Note: Before entering for vertical, notify central of location (Radio Code 10-75V)

Elevator Jobs (PG 212-28/60)

Unoccupied:

-Notify Housing Maintenance

Unoccupied and Dangerous:

-Notify Housing ESU

Occupied

-Notify Housing and NYPD ESU

-Do not attempt to remove stuck passengers

Field Reports (PG 207-29)

Used to report corrective (non-criminal) action on property of NYCHA

-Disabled elevators

-Noise complaints

-Disputes…etc.

NYCHA Trespass Notice Program

Any person arrested for Felony Sale of Controlled Substance/Marijuana on a Queens/Brooklyn NYCHA development is permanently excluded from entering all NYCHA property

-When affecting an arrest for felony sale of Controlled Substance/Marijuana on development:

-Prepare NYCHA Trespass Notice

-Get log # by calling Housing Bureau Wheel

-Have defendant sign and date notice

-Make 4 copies of notice

-Serve defendant w/ one copy

-Remaining 3 copies to the Desk Officer

After being served with notice defendant will not be allowed in any NYCHA area other than their resident building and common areas of that development

Note: Common areas include most areas with in the resident’s development but do not include apartments other than their own

Transit System

Inspect bathrooms, stairways, token booths, etc.

Visit each station on post

Prevent persons unable to care for them selves from entering

Removal of Power from Transit (PG 212-24)

-Situations regarding imminent danger

-Power box located in subway tunnel (Blue Light)

-Notify Radio Dispatcher

Ejecting Passengers from Systems (PG 212-20)

-May eject for Violation of NYCRR Part 1050

-Give passenger opportunity to leave

-Police Officer may use necessary force

-Prepare Transit System Ejection Report

Revenue Escort (PG 212-25)

-Protection for the Transit Clerk when removing money from booth

-Report to booth 5 minutes before scheduled time

-Walk approximately 5 feet behind clerk

-Keep hand on firearm

Fire Scenes (PG 212-58)

-Protect life and property

-Ensure Alarm has been sent

-If assisting with evacuation, ensure competent person is outside to direct responding personnel

-RMP must not block Fire Department Vehicles

-Police Lines at fire scenes, the following persons are allowed to enter:

-Mayor (and mayor vehicle)

-Government Agencies performing duty

-Police/Fire Vehicles

-Ambulances

-Mail Vehicles

-Prisoner Transport Vehicles

-Persons holding press cards

Vacate Orders (PG 212-13)

Generated after premise deemed hazardous

-Residential or non-residential

Assisting in evacuation of Residential Building MOS will…

-Verify ID of Representative

-Obtain reason for vacate order

-Assist if danger of collapse

-Notify Operations if Emergency

-Request Patrol Supervisor

-Remain with Agency Representative until evacuation complete

Encountering other Law Enforcement Officers (PG 212-33*)

May be on or off duty

Uniform Officer is in charge

Procedure to follow:

-Verify ID (Via ID card)

-Determine if person is armed

-Request Patrol supervisor

Threats to MOS (PG 212-31)

If received via telephone (Telephone Switchboard)

-Phone number of phone threat received

-Time of Call

-Name of threatened officer

-Manner/Reason of threat

-Is threat related to Prior Arrest?

If Threat is Receive in Writing:

-Avoid handling letter

-Place letter in Plastic Security Envelope

-ID Postal Employee who delivered

If Threat is received via Fax:

-Record time of receipt

-Phone # of Receiving machine

-Obtain transmission report

If Threat Made in Person:

-All information from person making threat

-ID MOS being threatened

-Motivation of Threat

-Pedigree of Person Making Threat

Miscellaneous Stationhouse Operations

Police Cell Attendant (PG 202-40)

Remove and Safeguard firearms prior to entering cell area

Search/inspect prisoners

Remove dangerous items

-Document inspections on Prisoner Roster every 30 minutes

-Male attendant must have Desk Officer Permission to enter female cell

-Female Police Officer must accompany

Domestic Preparedness

Examine relevant Patrol Guide procedures (212 37/40)

Terrorism

From Title 22 U.S. Code Sec 2656 F (D)

Premeditated politically motivated violence perpetrated politically against non-combatant targets by Sub-national groups or clandestine agents usually intended to influence an audience

As defined by FBI

The unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population or any segment thereof in furtherance of political or social obligation

Explosive Device (P.G. Sect 212-40)

Any article detonated by mechanical or electrical means which may possibly contain chemical, gas, liquid, a fire, explosion or other chemical reaction and is intended to inflict injuries to people or damage to property

Weapons of Mass Destruction

As per title 18 US Code 2332 A:

Any weapon that is designed or intended to cause death or serious bodily injury through the release or dissemination of toxic or poisonous chemicals or their precursors. Also involving the release of diseased organisms, radiation or radioactivity

Bomb Threat (PG 212-40)

Any communication written correspondence or telephone call received by the public or a member of the service, indicating that an explosive device has been or will be placed at a particular location

Terrorist Groups

Terrorist Groups are motivated by a variety of factors:

-Religious Beliefs

-Ethnic Ideology

-Political Viewpoint

-Nationalism

-Warfare

-Social or Economic upheaval

Outside the United States:

Hamas- (Islamic Resistance Movement)

-Formed in 1987

-Located in Middle East (Israel)

-Goal is the establishment of a Palestinian state in place of Israel

-Responsible for many current suicide bombings in Israel

Hezbollah- (Party of God)

-Formed in Lebanon

-Dedicated to the creation of an Iranian style Islamic Republic in Lebanon

-Believed to be responsible for bombings of US Marine Barracks (Beirut

1983) and US Embassy (Beirut 1984)

Al-Qaida- (The Base)

-Established by Osama Bin Laden around 1990

-Responsible for Embassy bombings in Tanzania, Kenya, Nairobi

Inside the United States:

Hate Groups:

-Some 457 Active Groups in U.S.

-Some have merged together

-Distrust of government

-Anti-Semitic, Racist, Right wing…

-Para-Military Training

Cult Groups:

-Devotion to a leader or ideology

-Element of spirituality

-Can be violent/suicidal

-AUM SHINRIKYO: cult responsible for nerve gas attack in Tokyo

Subway (1995)

Single Issue Groups:

-PETA

-Green Peace

-Anti-abortion groups

Lone Individuals:

-Timothy McVeigh (Oklahoma City Bombing)

-Ted Kaczynski (The Unabomber)

Weapons of Mass Destruction

Nuclear:

Difficult to produce

Expensive to build

Harder to conceal

Note: Easier to produce a dirty bomb capable of spreading radioactive material

Chemical/Biological:

Easier to produce than nuclear weapons

Can be deployed over a large area by the wind

Will cause panic, injuries and widespread insecurity

Easier to conceal

Explosives:

Least expensive to produce, assembler and deliver

Need only a basic knowledge of chemistry to make…

80% of all terrorist acts in the US involve explosive devices

Targets:

Government Buildings – City Hall

Symbolic Targets – Statue of Liberty

Out-Door locations – Olympic village…

Critical Infrastructures – Utilities, communications, financial institutions…

First Responders:

NYPD, FDNY, EMS…

Police Officers:

Responsibility to the public

-Gather all victims into groups

-Keep families together

-Direct Victims whoa re able to move to locations where medical care is available

-Maintain crowd and traffic control

-Give special attention to children/elderly who may be more susceptible to toxic

effects of chemical weapons

-Use protective equipment and follow decontamination procedures

Responsibility to the scene:

-Act to ensure personal safety

-Preserve evidence

-Inform other responders as to location of evidence

-Look for secondary devices

-Avoid handling devices

Three (3) C’s

Communication- Concise and understandable transfer of information

Coordination-Between various responding agencies

Cooperation- To minimize injury, damage and inconvenience

Personal Safety

Three (3) factors to reduce the risk of exposure to WMDs

Time- Minimize amount of time in affected area

Distance- Maximize distance from contaminated materials

Shielding- Use protective equipment to keep harmful material away

Codeword R.A.I.N.

Recognize agents/devices

Avoid hazardous materials

Isolate by establishing control zones and decontaminating areas

Notify the appropriate agencies/authorities

Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

-The types of PPE issued to a UMOS will depend on the specified duty the UMOS performs

-There are four (4) levels of PPEs (LEVEL A-D)

Level D- Duty uniform with out any respiratory protection

Level C- Uses an air purifying respirator (APR)

Level B- Uses a suit that provides protection against liquid agents

Level A- Uses a vapor tight suit and a self-contained breathing apparatus

Bomb Threat (PG 212-40)

Upon arriving at the scene of an unattended article/container:

-Interview complainant and witnesses if present

-Attempt to determine owner of article or property

-Have owner retrieve property

-If owner can not be found comply with procedures for suspected explosive

devices

UMOS at the scene of a suspected bomb should:

-Evacuate the area

-Notify Communications Unit via landline (NO cell phone)

-Request Response of:

-Patrol Supervisor

-ESU

-*Duty Captain*

Have Operations Notified

Additional Procedures:

Patrol Supervisor will organize a search of area

-Will discontinue the search twenty (20) minutes prior to time of detonation if location is unoccupied or evacuated

-Resume search one (1) hour after time of detonation

Haz-Mat (PG 212-37)

When a UMOS responds to the scene where a hazardous material has been released:

-Notify:

-Desk Officer

-ESU Supervisor and Personnel

-Highway District Motor Carrier Safety Unit

-UMOS in charge at the scene:

-Establish a Frozen Zone:

Outdoors- 300 feet from Haz-Mat materials/spillage

Indoors- evacuate the room in which material is located

Tanker/Military shipment- extend frozen zone 300 feet in radius

-Frozen Zone involving Hazardous Materials Explosions or Fire

Outdoors- Evacuate 1,000 feet from explosion and at least 300 feet

from fire

Indoors- Extend frozen area to all areas or rooms where a person

may be exposed

Hazardous Materials

Different Types:

-Explosives

-Corrosives

-Poisons

-Biological Agents

-Radiological Agents

-Flammable Agents

Can affects body by:

-Absorption- through the skin

-Inhalation- through the nose/mouth into the lungs (Most rapid route of entry)

-Ingestion- Hand to mouth contact

-Injection- From sharp objects

Indicates of Terrorist Activity

Possession of:

Multiple sets of ID

Multiple prepaid international phone calling cards

Keys or receipts for storage facilities

Documents related to different professions

|Possession of Marijuana is a Violation unless… |

|Public View (Misdemeanor) |

|Over 7/8 ounce (Misdemeanor) |

|Over 8 ounces (Felony) |

|Sale of Marijuana is a Misdemeanor unless… |

|Over 7/8 ounce (Felony) |

|Selling to person Under 18 (Felony) |

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