How should animals be inventoried?
The Cook County Animal Inventory (ACC-3230-3) will be used.
What are the four possible findings in a Log Number investigation?
What is required of Department members regarding reporting misconduct?
Members have a duty to report misconduct to a supervisor.
What must be done with allegations of misconduct?
They must be reported, initiated, and investigated consistent with the procedures outlined in the directive.
What is the purpose of the OIG online complaint form?
To anonymously report misconduct by City officials, employees, and those doing business with the City.
What is required of non-supervisory Department members who observe misconduct?
They must notify a supervisor and submit a report before reporting off duty on the same day they become aware of the misconduct.
What does ‘Sustained’ mean in investigative findings?
an allegation is supported by a preponderance of the evidence.
What does ‘Not Sustained’ mean in investigative findings?
insufficient evidence to prove an allegation by a preponderance of the evidence.
What does ‘Exonerated’ mean in investigative findings?
by clear and convincing evidence, that the conduct described in an allegation occurred but is lawful and proper.
What actions must a notified supervisor take if their response is delayed?
The notified supervisor will request OEMC to contact the complainant, document the delay in their Supervisor’s Management Log, and notify the watch operations lieutenant.
Their tour of duty will not conclude until they respond to the scene or the event is reassigned.
What must the watch operations lieutenant do when notified of a delayed supervisory response?
They will review the notified supervisor’s availability, reassign an available field supervisor if necessary, inform the on-coming watch operations lieutenant, and ensure the delay is documented on the Watch Incident Log.
What is the responsibility of watch operations lieutenants regarding supervisory responses?
They will monitor the Police Computer Aided Dispatch (PCAD) and dispatched radio assignments to identify any delays in supervisory responses.
What should a supervisor do upon observing misconduct or receiving a complaint?
The supervisor will take immediate action to stop any misconduct and document the complaint, including details about the accused, reporting party, witnesses, and any evidence.
What is the time frame required when reporting a complaint to COPA?
The supervisor must notify COPA by telephone within one hour and record all information in a written Initiation Report
What should a supervisor do if a complaint includes allegations of misconduct by another supervisor?
The supervisor will contact their immediate supervisor, who will assign another supervisor to accept and document the complaint.
What should be done if a complaint involves retaliation?
The supervisor will follow the procedures outlined in the ‘Prohibition of Retaliation’ directive and take appropriate action to stop any continuing acts of retaliation.
What circumstances will not be accepted as complaints?
Disputes between a Department member and a member of the public regarding citations or collective bargaining agreements without an accompanying allegation of misconduct.
What is the time frame for documenting (to-from) and submitting non-confidential complaints?
within 24 hours of receiving the complaint.
What does COPA assign for all complaints?
Log Number
How will the Department ensure information on submitting complaints is accessible?
Information will be clearly displayed on the Department’s website and via printed materials.
What should a nonsupervisory Department member do upon observing misconduct?
They should notify a supervisory Department member, provide COPA contact information, and prepare a To-From-Subject Report.
What can Department members do if they feel they have been falsely accused?
They can request an investigation by the BIA by submitting a To-From-Subject Report directly to the Superintendent of Police or the Chief of BIA.
What is the scheduling guideline for the interrogation of FOP Department members?
The interrogation will be scheduled at a reasonable time, preferably while the Department member is on duty or, if feasible, during daylight hours.
Where will the interrogation of an FOP Department member typically take place?
The interrogation will normally take place at the member’s unit of assignment, the office of the Department’s investigative agency, the office of the City of Chicago’s investigative agency, or other appropriate locations.