Employment involving the direct sale or distribution of alcoholic beverages, employment
involving bail bond agencies (unless waived by the sheriff), Investigative and / or
security-related work for attorneys or insurance agencies. - answersWhat off-duty
employment is prohibited?
Yes, political functions for crowd control; however, shall not pass out political literature -
answersMay deputies be employed at political functions?
True - answersReserve deputies and detention deputies are prohibited from working as
a courtesy officer. The only exception is a retired deputy who becomes a reserve 1.
Homeland Security - answersLaw Enforcement Deputies wishing to engage in law
enforcement-related off duty employment shall submit a written request to the
___________ _____________ Division Commander via the chain of command.
84 hours per month - answersHow many hours of off-duty are deputies limited to
working?
Yes, as long as the deputy takes at least seven consecutive days off from normal duty
and obtains written approval from their respective commander. (Not in excess of 144
hours) - answersMay deputies sign up for more than 72 hours of off-duty?
17 - answersHow many hours of off-duty and regular employment combined are
deputies limited to working to avoid fatigue within a 24 hour period?
Supervisor - answersAll off-duty details employing six or more sworn personnel
positions at the same time require a _____________.
Lieutenant or Captain - answersOne ____________________ is required for every
three supervisors working.
First violation- 3 month suspension, second violation within 12 months of last
occurrence- 6 month suspension, third or subsequent violation- a 2 year suspension -
answersFailure to carry out off-duty detail responsibilities shall result in:
30 day suspension from signing up for a new job - answersFailure to report to an off-
duty job, reporting late or failing to confirm a job will result is:
Only black shoes or boots, which do not detract from the professionalism of the uniform,
shall be worn. - answersIf a deputy is assigned to the training division, the shoes shall
consist of what?
A black polo shirt with a silver star (gold for sergeant and above) embroidered on the
front left chest area of the shirt, green BDU trousers, and a green or black belt. -
answersTraining Division personnel shall wear:
Green BDU pants and a matching green BDU shirt. - answersStreet Crimes uniforms
shall consist of:
Four (4), annually - answersHow many uniforms is Street Crimes authorized to have?
5 long sleeve shirts, 1 short sleeve shirt, 2 black clip-on ties, a winter jacket and 4
trousers (3-class A and 1-class B) - answersSworn law enforcement deputies assigned
to the Court Complex Security Section shall have:
On a one-for-one basis following the review and approval of the Uniform Supply Section
- answersDamaged or unsuitable uniforms received within a one-year period may be
replaced:
Commendation Award Bars - answersWhat does CAB stand for?
True - answersBlack caps may be worn when wearing the Sheriff's Office winter jacket
during cold weather. The caps shall not have lettering, symbols or insignia, and shall not
be worn when entering public buildings or residences. True or False?
,Prohibit uniformed personnel from wearing non-issued items of dress that detract from
the professional appearance of the uniform. - answersSupervisors shall have the
authority to:
yes - answersIn a training or during emergency operations, can a supervisor approve
the wearing of a training uniform?
Chain of Command via memorandum - answersSheriff's Office personnel shall ensure
all uniforms and equipment that have been stolen from the custody of any member of
the Sheriff's Office or from a third party are immediately reported to the affected
personnel's _________________________________.
General Offense Report - answersUniforms and equipment stolen from a geographical
location within Hillsborough Countyshall be documented in a:
Law enforcement agency of appropriate jurisdiction - answersUniforms and equipment
stolen from a geographical outside of Hillsborough County shall be reported to the:
All required actions have been taken - answersSupervisors receiving notification of
stolen uniforms and equipment shall verify that:
Notify their respective chain of command and ensure a supplemental report to the
general offense report or other agency report is originated. - answersSheriff's Office
personnel, who either locate or receive notification that their stolen uniforms and
equipment have been recovered shall:
The Human Resources Division to have the credentials access control card disabled -
answersDuring normal business hours, Sheriff's Office personnel who lose their
credentials shall contact:
The Information Services Division (ISD) Help Desk to have the credential card disabled.
- answersAfter normal business hours, when personnel lose their credentials card, shall
notify:
No, a memorandum is not necessary, and you are not required to initiate a report with a
law enforcement agency. - answersIf a RSA token is damaged or lost, personnel are
required to promptly advise their immediate supervisor, but are they required to author a
memo?
The user shall contact ISD, ISD will initiate a work order, the user with knowledge of the
damaged item must write a memo through through their chain of command addressed
to the chief information officer (the memo shall provide a list of the affected items, a
description of what happened, and a copy of any additional relevant information), ISD
staff will document the information in a work order, make updates to the asset
management system, and ensure that any affected capital assets are properly recorded.
- answersIf any Sheriff's Office equipment, devices, hardware, or software is damaged,
what should be done?
Screen shot the text message and email it to the employee's Sheriff's Office email
address. Personnel shall print the email and attach it to the general offense report via a
supplement. - answersWhat shall personnel do when text messaging on any phone non
transitory texts concerning Sheriff's Office investigations?
True - answersThe failure to retain Sheriff's Office business and evidentiary-related text
messages sent or received from Sheriff's Office or personal cell phones is a vio;Latino
of Florida law and could result in civil liability for the Sheriff's Office; administrative
discipline for the employee and could negatively affect criminal cases...true or false?
,In person, by phone, in writing, or via Sheriff's Office Online Citizen Complaint form. -
answersHow can persons wishing to make a complaint of misconduct against any
Sheriff's Office personnel ?
No, the Professional Standards Bureau shall act for the Sheriff as a fact-finding unit and
shall make no recommendations for discipline. - answersCan the Professional
Standards Bureau make recommendations for discipline?
A. The perjury and Oath Acknowledgement Form
B. The acknowledgment of oath section on the Perjury and Oath Acknowledgement
Form (containing the perjury statutes)
C. A Confidentiality Notice
D. The Administrative Proceedings Employee Rights Form - answersAll persons
interviewed by the Professional Standards Bureau shall be advised of and required to
acknowledge by signature:
45 days - answersAdministrative investigations shall be completed within how many
days?
An approved written extension of investigation notice shall be forwarded to the subject
employee, as well as the subject's District/Division Commander. The complainant shall
be contacted and advised of the extension. - answersWhat shall be done if an
administrative investigation requires an extension?
15 days - answersWithin how many days shall the Division Commander forward the
investigative file to the respective commander following a concluded IA investigation?
The accused employee shall be notified of the final disposition of the case utilizing a
form letter. A copy of the letter shall be included in the investigative case file. -
answersIn order to maintain consistency, the Professional Standards Bureau may also
notify all complainants and:
50 years - answersThe Professional Standards Bureau shall maintain a computerized
master disposition record for all complaints for a period of:
3 acts of misconduct within a 12 month period - answersWhen shall a matter be brought
to the attention of the employee's Division/ District Commander?
5 years - answersHow long are sustained allegations of misconduct resulting in
suspension, termination or demotion retained for?
Anonymous - answersIt is the policy of the Sheriff's Office to take receipt of, document,
inquire or investigate, and resolve all concerns and complaints of deputy conduct
received from any person, including anyone wishing to remain ______________.
Applicant Testing, Follow-up Testing, Post Injury/Accident Testing, Random Testing,
Reasonable Suspicion Testing, Routine Fitness for Duty Testing - answersWhat are the
six types of drug testing ?
The MRO shall contact the donor to discuss the test results and allow the donor the
opportunity to submit any information demonstrating a medically authorized use of the
detected substance, the MRO shall report a negative finding - answersIf an initial drug
screen is positive, and the substance is found to be medically necessary what shall be
done?
5 days - answersWithin how many days shall a donor be informed of a positive drug
screen and the consequences of the test?
10 working days (may be extended by the Sheriff, but not to exceed 30 calendar days) -
answersWhen a deputy is under formal investigation for a violation of which disciplinary
, action up to and including dismissal is a penalty, the deputy may be placed on
administrative leave with pay, not to exceed:
180 days - answersAll Sheriff's Office misconduct investigations shall be completed
within:
Disciplinary history, disciplinary histories for all sustained rule violations and past
disciplinary parameters for similar incidents - answersWhen disciplinary measures are
contemplated, supervisors should contact the professional Standards Bureau for:
14 day or greater suspension - answersSupervisors shall take possession of an
employees badge, agency issued firearm, credentials and Sheriff's Office vehicle from
personnel who receive a:
10 days of receiving the final order - answersSworn Sheriff's Office personnel who
receive a 180 day or less suspension of their state certification shall serve their
suspension consecutively within:
Terminated - answersSworn Sheriff's Office personnel who receive a greater than 180
day suspension of their state certification by the CJSTC shall be:
Yes, at the discretion of the Sheriff - answersCan a deputy opt to surrender accrued
time on an hour-for-hour basis in lieu of suspension without pay?
Two times during a deputy's career - answersHow many times can a deputy utilize
accruals in lieu of suspension?
Contact payroll Payroll to determine if the deputy is eligible to use accrued time -
answersPrior to submission of a memorandum to Payroll following a disciplinary
suspension, the deputy's supervisor shall:
Show up to work and work during the suspension - answersIf a deputy is approved to
utilize accrued time during a disciplinary suspension, the deputy must:
Seven days - answersShould an employee not be working on the day of a drug screen
notification from Professional Standards, but is expected to return within _____ days,
the employee shall report for drug screen testing immediately upon his return to work.
No notification shall be made to the employee prior to their return.
One hour - answersAn employee shall report immediately and directly to the specified
collection site within ______ _______of notification, unless otherwise approved by a
department commander.
Random Drug Screen Donor Notification Form - answersThe supervisor making
notification of a drug screen shall complete a:
The notifying supervisor and the employee acknowledging notification - answersA drug
screening form shall be signed by whom:
Yes - answersDoes a supervisor retain the drug screen notification form?
Supervisor who did the notification - answersAfter a drug screen is completed, the
employee will be given two carbon copies, the employee shall give the "employer
copy"to who:
The employee to keep for his/her record - answersThe Donor Copy of the drug screen
form is for who:
14 days - answersThe notifying supervisor shall forward the "Employer Copy" of the
drug screen form and the notification form to Professional Standards. At no time shall
the forms be held longer than __________.
involving bail bond agencies (unless waived by the sheriff), Investigative and / or
security-related work for attorneys or insurance agencies. - answersWhat off-duty
employment is prohibited?
Yes, political functions for crowd control; however, shall not pass out political literature -
answersMay deputies be employed at political functions?
True - answersReserve deputies and detention deputies are prohibited from working as
a courtesy officer. The only exception is a retired deputy who becomes a reserve 1.
Homeland Security - answersLaw Enforcement Deputies wishing to engage in law
enforcement-related off duty employment shall submit a written request to the
___________ _____________ Division Commander via the chain of command.
84 hours per month - answersHow many hours of off-duty are deputies limited to
working?
Yes, as long as the deputy takes at least seven consecutive days off from normal duty
and obtains written approval from their respective commander. (Not in excess of 144
hours) - answersMay deputies sign up for more than 72 hours of off-duty?
17 - answersHow many hours of off-duty and regular employment combined are
deputies limited to working to avoid fatigue within a 24 hour period?
Supervisor - answersAll off-duty details employing six or more sworn personnel
positions at the same time require a _____________.
Lieutenant or Captain - answersOne ____________________ is required for every
three supervisors working.
First violation- 3 month suspension, second violation within 12 months of last
occurrence- 6 month suspension, third or subsequent violation- a 2 year suspension -
answersFailure to carry out off-duty detail responsibilities shall result in:
30 day suspension from signing up for a new job - answersFailure to report to an off-
duty job, reporting late or failing to confirm a job will result is:
Only black shoes or boots, which do not detract from the professionalism of the uniform,
shall be worn. - answersIf a deputy is assigned to the training division, the shoes shall
consist of what?
A black polo shirt with a silver star (gold for sergeant and above) embroidered on the
front left chest area of the shirt, green BDU trousers, and a green or black belt. -
answersTraining Division personnel shall wear:
Green BDU pants and a matching green BDU shirt. - answersStreet Crimes uniforms
shall consist of:
Four (4), annually - answersHow many uniforms is Street Crimes authorized to have?
5 long sleeve shirts, 1 short sleeve shirt, 2 black clip-on ties, a winter jacket and 4
trousers (3-class A and 1-class B) - answersSworn law enforcement deputies assigned
to the Court Complex Security Section shall have:
On a one-for-one basis following the review and approval of the Uniform Supply Section
- answersDamaged or unsuitable uniforms received within a one-year period may be
replaced:
Commendation Award Bars - answersWhat does CAB stand for?
True - answersBlack caps may be worn when wearing the Sheriff's Office winter jacket
during cold weather. The caps shall not have lettering, symbols or insignia, and shall not
be worn when entering public buildings or residences. True or False?
,Prohibit uniformed personnel from wearing non-issued items of dress that detract from
the professional appearance of the uniform. - answersSupervisors shall have the
authority to:
yes - answersIn a training or during emergency operations, can a supervisor approve
the wearing of a training uniform?
Chain of Command via memorandum - answersSheriff's Office personnel shall ensure
all uniforms and equipment that have been stolen from the custody of any member of
the Sheriff's Office or from a third party are immediately reported to the affected
personnel's _________________________________.
General Offense Report - answersUniforms and equipment stolen from a geographical
location within Hillsborough Countyshall be documented in a:
Law enforcement agency of appropriate jurisdiction - answersUniforms and equipment
stolen from a geographical outside of Hillsborough County shall be reported to the:
All required actions have been taken - answersSupervisors receiving notification of
stolen uniforms and equipment shall verify that:
Notify their respective chain of command and ensure a supplemental report to the
general offense report or other agency report is originated. - answersSheriff's Office
personnel, who either locate or receive notification that their stolen uniforms and
equipment have been recovered shall:
The Human Resources Division to have the credentials access control card disabled -
answersDuring normal business hours, Sheriff's Office personnel who lose their
credentials shall contact:
The Information Services Division (ISD) Help Desk to have the credential card disabled.
- answersAfter normal business hours, when personnel lose their credentials card, shall
notify:
No, a memorandum is not necessary, and you are not required to initiate a report with a
law enforcement agency. - answersIf a RSA token is damaged or lost, personnel are
required to promptly advise their immediate supervisor, but are they required to author a
memo?
The user shall contact ISD, ISD will initiate a work order, the user with knowledge of the
damaged item must write a memo through through their chain of command addressed
to the chief information officer (the memo shall provide a list of the affected items, a
description of what happened, and a copy of any additional relevant information), ISD
staff will document the information in a work order, make updates to the asset
management system, and ensure that any affected capital assets are properly recorded.
- answersIf any Sheriff's Office equipment, devices, hardware, or software is damaged,
what should be done?
Screen shot the text message and email it to the employee's Sheriff's Office email
address. Personnel shall print the email and attach it to the general offense report via a
supplement. - answersWhat shall personnel do when text messaging on any phone non
transitory texts concerning Sheriff's Office investigations?
True - answersThe failure to retain Sheriff's Office business and evidentiary-related text
messages sent or received from Sheriff's Office or personal cell phones is a vio;Latino
of Florida law and could result in civil liability for the Sheriff's Office; administrative
discipline for the employee and could negatively affect criminal cases...true or false?
,In person, by phone, in writing, or via Sheriff's Office Online Citizen Complaint form. -
answersHow can persons wishing to make a complaint of misconduct against any
Sheriff's Office personnel ?
No, the Professional Standards Bureau shall act for the Sheriff as a fact-finding unit and
shall make no recommendations for discipline. - answersCan the Professional
Standards Bureau make recommendations for discipline?
A. The perjury and Oath Acknowledgement Form
B. The acknowledgment of oath section on the Perjury and Oath Acknowledgement
Form (containing the perjury statutes)
C. A Confidentiality Notice
D. The Administrative Proceedings Employee Rights Form - answersAll persons
interviewed by the Professional Standards Bureau shall be advised of and required to
acknowledge by signature:
45 days - answersAdministrative investigations shall be completed within how many
days?
An approved written extension of investigation notice shall be forwarded to the subject
employee, as well as the subject's District/Division Commander. The complainant shall
be contacted and advised of the extension. - answersWhat shall be done if an
administrative investigation requires an extension?
15 days - answersWithin how many days shall the Division Commander forward the
investigative file to the respective commander following a concluded IA investigation?
The accused employee shall be notified of the final disposition of the case utilizing a
form letter. A copy of the letter shall be included in the investigative case file. -
answersIn order to maintain consistency, the Professional Standards Bureau may also
notify all complainants and:
50 years - answersThe Professional Standards Bureau shall maintain a computerized
master disposition record for all complaints for a period of:
3 acts of misconduct within a 12 month period - answersWhen shall a matter be brought
to the attention of the employee's Division/ District Commander?
5 years - answersHow long are sustained allegations of misconduct resulting in
suspension, termination or demotion retained for?
Anonymous - answersIt is the policy of the Sheriff's Office to take receipt of, document,
inquire or investigate, and resolve all concerns and complaints of deputy conduct
received from any person, including anyone wishing to remain ______________.
Applicant Testing, Follow-up Testing, Post Injury/Accident Testing, Random Testing,
Reasonable Suspicion Testing, Routine Fitness for Duty Testing - answersWhat are the
six types of drug testing ?
The MRO shall contact the donor to discuss the test results and allow the donor the
opportunity to submit any information demonstrating a medically authorized use of the
detected substance, the MRO shall report a negative finding - answersIf an initial drug
screen is positive, and the substance is found to be medically necessary what shall be
done?
5 days - answersWithin how many days shall a donor be informed of a positive drug
screen and the consequences of the test?
10 working days (may be extended by the Sheriff, but not to exceed 30 calendar days) -
answersWhen a deputy is under formal investigation for a violation of which disciplinary
, action up to and including dismissal is a penalty, the deputy may be placed on
administrative leave with pay, not to exceed:
180 days - answersAll Sheriff's Office misconduct investigations shall be completed
within:
Disciplinary history, disciplinary histories for all sustained rule violations and past
disciplinary parameters for similar incidents - answersWhen disciplinary measures are
contemplated, supervisors should contact the professional Standards Bureau for:
14 day or greater suspension - answersSupervisors shall take possession of an
employees badge, agency issued firearm, credentials and Sheriff's Office vehicle from
personnel who receive a:
10 days of receiving the final order - answersSworn Sheriff's Office personnel who
receive a 180 day or less suspension of their state certification shall serve their
suspension consecutively within:
Terminated - answersSworn Sheriff's Office personnel who receive a greater than 180
day suspension of their state certification by the CJSTC shall be:
Yes, at the discretion of the Sheriff - answersCan a deputy opt to surrender accrued
time on an hour-for-hour basis in lieu of suspension without pay?
Two times during a deputy's career - answersHow many times can a deputy utilize
accruals in lieu of suspension?
Contact payroll Payroll to determine if the deputy is eligible to use accrued time -
answersPrior to submission of a memorandum to Payroll following a disciplinary
suspension, the deputy's supervisor shall:
Show up to work and work during the suspension - answersIf a deputy is approved to
utilize accrued time during a disciplinary suspension, the deputy must:
Seven days - answersShould an employee not be working on the day of a drug screen
notification from Professional Standards, but is expected to return within _____ days,
the employee shall report for drug screen testing immediately upon his return to work.
No notification shall be made to the employee prior to their return.
One hour - answersAn employee shall report immediately and directly to the specified
collection site within ______ _______of notification, unless otherwise approved by a
department commander.
Random Drug Screen Donor Notification Form - answersThe supervisor making
notification of a drug screen shall complete a:
The notifying supervisor and the employee acknowledging notification - answersA drug
screening form shall be signed by whom:
Yes - answersDoes a supervisor retain the drug screen notification form?
Supervisor who did the notification - answersAfter a drug screen is completed, the
employee will be given two carbon copies, the employee shall give the "employer
copy"to who:
The employee to keep for his/her record - answersThe Donor Copy of the drug screen
form is for who:
14 days - answersThe notifying supervisor shall forward the "Employer Copy" of the
drug screen form and the notification form to Professional Standards. At no time shall
the forms be held longer than __________.
