NYPD NYPD Legal Definitions and Police Procedures 3

Question 1

What is the purpose of an 'aided report' (aided card) in NYPD procedure?

Accepted Answer

To record assistance provided to a sick, injured, or deceased person

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To document property vouchers at an arrest scene

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To log an officer's overtime and extra duty hours

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To track monthly arrest statistics by precinct

Question 2

In NYPD radio communications, what does the code '10-13' signify?

Accepted Answer

Officer needs assistance / officer in distress

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Suspect is in custody — transport requested

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Respond to a crime in progress at this location

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Request for a supervisor at the scene

Question 3

When completing an NYPD arrest report, which item is NOT required?

Accepted Answer

The arresting officer's personal home address

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The arrestee's date of birth

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The specific charges being filed

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The location where the arrest was made

Question 4

What does the 'use of force continuum' guide officers to do?

Accepted Answer

Use force proportional to the level of threat or resistance presented

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Apply maximum force in any situation involving a resisting suspect

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Avoid using any force unless directly authorized by a supervisor

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Rely solely on verbal commands before initiating any physical arrest

Question 5

Under NYPD patrol guide procedures, what is a 'complaint report' (UF-61) used for?

Accepted Answer

Documenting a crime or alleged criminal incident reported to police

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Recording a civilian complaint filed against an officer

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Tracking an officer's disciplinary history

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Logging a request for equipment or supplies

Question 6

What does New York Penal Law define as 'criminal possession of stolen property in the fifth degree'?

Accepted Answer

Knowingly possessing stolen property with intent to benefit oneself or another

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Possessing stolen property valued at more than $50,000

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Receiving stolen property from a known felon

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Transporting stolen property across state lines