HPM 100.9

Question 1

What is the CHP 215 used for?

Answer 1

• Notice to appear
• Arrest complaint
• Warrant arrests
• Statistical reporting
• Allied agency turn-overs
• Parental notification

The CHP 215 serves multiple purposes within the California Highway Patrol.

Question 2

True or false: Alteration of a CHP 215 is prohibited by California Penal Code.

Answer 2

TRUE

Alteration, concealment, or destruction of a CHP 215 before filing with the court is prohibited.

Question 3

When should a CHP 215 be prepared?

Answer 3

• For each arrest
• For warrant arrests

Areas may discontinue use for in-custody DUI arrests when local procedures are developed.

Question 4

What should be entered in the violation portion of the CHP 215 for warrant arrests?

Answer 4

Information relating to the type of warrant

This ensures proper documentation of the arrest.

Question 5

What is the special code number for allied agency turn-overs on the CHP 215?

Answer 5

110

This code is used for tracking purposes and takes precedence over other special codes.

Question 6

What must be done if there are multiple warrants from different counties for an arrestee?

Answer 6

Prepare a separate CHP 215 for each county

This ensures accurate documentation for each jurisdiction.

Question 7

What is the minimum time frame for a court appearance date on a CHP 215?

Answer 7

21 days

Exceptions exist for juvenile cases and authorized early appearances.

Question 8

List the disqualifying conditions for correctable violations under Section 40610 CVC.

Answer 8

• Evidence of fraud or persistent neglect
• Immediate safety hazard
• Violator does not agree to correct the violation
• Violation of subdivision (a) of Section 27151 for motorcycles

If none of these conditions exist, use of the CHP 281 is encouraged.

Question 9

What is the retention period for the officer’s copy of the CHP 215?

Answer 9

One year

This period may be extended by the Area commander.

Question 10

What should be done if a CHP 215 book series is incomplete or defective?

Answer 10

Destroy the entire series

Documentation of the destruction is required.

Question 11

Who may void or submit a CHP 215 for dismissal?

Answer 11

Area commander or the commander’s designee

This ensures that only authorized personnel can request dismissal.

Question 12

What is the purpose of the CHP 411?

Answer 12

Notice of Correction and Proof of Service

It cannot be used to upgrade charges from infraction to misdemeanor or misdemeanor to felony.

Question 13

What should be done with the CHP 411 upon delivery to the court?

Answer 13

Do not attach the CHP 411 to the CHP 215

This is to comply with Section 40505 CVC.

Question 14

What is the CHP 215S used for?

Answer 14

Continuation Document

It is used when the CHP 215 or CHP 281 does not have enough writing space.

Question 15

What should be prepared after an arrest for correctable violations?

Answer 15

A CHP 281

This is used unless specific conditions warrant a CHP 215.

Question 16

What must be recorded on a CHP 267?

Answer 16

All violations involving standing or parking of a vehicle

Exceptions exist for specific sections of the California Vehicle Code.

Question 17

What is required for canceling a CHP 267?

Answer 17

Submit a CHP 51 to the Area commander

This must document the circumstances for cancellation.

Question 18

Who is authorized to clear documents related to vehicle violations?

Answer 18

• Uniformed CHP employees
• CHP Motor Carrier Specialists
• DMV employees
• Licensed installers for specific violations

This ensures that only qualified personnel handle corrections.

Question 19

What is the purpose of the CHP 422?

Answer 19

• Vehicle Check
• Parking Warning
• Highway Damage Report

It is used for unattended vehicles that appear abandoned or unlawfully parked.

Question 20

What should be done if an Automated Citation Device malfunctions?

Answer 20

Temporarily discontinue use and issue a paper CHP 215

Report malfunctions to the CHP Help Desk.