202-29 Domestic Violence Prevention Officer

Front 1

In what attire does the DVPO perform duty in?

Back 1

In uniform, unless specifically authorized to do otherwise

(step 1)

Front 2

How are the DVPO's tours of duty set?

Back 2

Tours of duty will be set in accordance with command needs

(step 1a)

Front 3

Review these reports for accuracy and completeness

Back 3

NYS DIRs

(step 2)

Front 4

Indicate verification by completing this caption on the DIR and forward a copy of the DIR to this person

Back 4

Complete the "Reviewed By" caption

Forward copy of DIR to precinct's Domestic Violence Investigator

(step 2a,b)

Front 5

The DVPO reviews this and ensures that a DIR has been prepared for all assignments in which these dispositions (finals) were given

Back 5

DVPO reviews each tour's ICAD history of dispatched jobs and makes sure a DIR was prepared for all jobs in which a final of 93F, 92F, or 90F was given back

(step 3)

Front 6

What log does the DVPO maintain to record each DIR?

Bonus: How is it captioned from left to right?

Back 6

DVPO maintains a command DIR Log

Bonus: Captioned from left to right - Pct Serial No., ICAD Incident No., Date of Report, Victim's Name

(step 4)

Front 7

The DVPO maintains a DIR file. What is this file comprised of?

Back 7

It is comprised of all DIRs prepared within the command, or forwarded from other commands

(step 5)

Front 8

Name the place where the original DIR and the 1st copy will be filed?

Back 8

Command of occurrence

(1st note)

Front 9

If the command of occurrence is other than C/V's resident precinct, and a DIR is prepared, what must happen with that report?

Back 9

The report will be photocopied and forwarded to the DVPO assigned to the C/V's resident precinct

(1st note)

Front 10

The DVPO will enter information obtained from all DIRs into this and as new information becomes available, they will do this

Back 10

Enter DIR information into command DIR database

As new info becomes available, update existing files concerning a particular complainant or household.

(step 6)

Front 11

If a person is part of the household and may be at risk, the DVPO will do this

Back 11

Identify and monitor those locations and victims (including all members of the household who may be at risk) requiring special attention by utilizing info obtained from all available sources

(step 7)

Front 12

What other information is entered into the DIR database besides info from DIRs, and how?

Back 12

All persons/families on the command High Propensity List (HPL) is entered utilizing the "Case Management" feature

(step 7a)

Front 13

When is the online HPL info updated?

Back 13

During the 1st week of each month after conferring with the CO

(step 7b)

Front 14

How does the DVPO maintain contact with C/V's?

Back 14

Via phone calls, letters, home visits, or interviews at the command, depending on the C/V's needs and preferences

(step 8)

Front 15

What must the DVPO use when contacting a victim, and why?

Back 15

The DVPO must use caution when attempting to contact C/V so as not to alert the alleged offender of police intervention

(step 8a)

Front 16

What action will the DVPO take in an effort to avoid compromising an ongoing investigation?

Back 16

Confer with Pct. Det. Sqd. (PDS) or Spec. Vic. Sqd. (SVS) before contacting victims whose open complaints have been referred to either squad.

(2nd note)

Front 17

Prior to conducting a family/home visit, notify Central in this manner

Back 17

Utilize the code 75F and give the address, and if applicable, the apt #

(2nd note)

Front 18

How will visits to DV victim(s) and/or offender(s) where documented DV has occurred be documented?

Back 18

If home visit successful, record visit in Home Visit Log and complete DV Home Visit Checklist

If home visit unsuccessful, record visit in Home Visit Log

(step 9a-b)

Front 19

Submit completed DV Home Visit Checklist to this person for review and signature

Back 19

DO or immediate supervisor

(step 9c)

Front 20

What happens to the completed DV Home Visit Checklists prepared within the command?

Back 20

The DVPO will maintain file of all completed DV Home Visit Checklists prepared within the command

(step 10)

Front 21

If a wanted offender is present during the course of a home visit, interview, etc., what will the DVPO do?

Back 21

Effect summary arrest in adherence with PG 208-36

(step 11)

Front 22

Prior to conducting a home visit, interview, etc., the DVPO will do this

Back 22

Ensure that a computer warrant check on individuals identified on the DIR has been completed and that the results have been entered on the DIR

(step 11a)

Front 23

Relay info concerning victims or locations requiring special attention to other command personnel, including this people

Back 23

Domestic Violence Investigator

Youth officers

Sector officers

(step 12)

Front 24

Furnish C/V's with this info, and advise them of this

Back 24

Info concerning their rights, particularly the Right of Election, providing explanation if necessary.

Advise them of the availability of Orders of Protection.

(step 13, 13a)

Front 25

When requested, assist in this

Back 25

Serving of Orders of Protection

(step 14)

Front 26

What OOPs are being addressed by the DVPO responsibilty to assist in serving them when requested, and which are not?

Back 26

All OOPs served between Family/Household - Expanded Definition members, NOT the temporary OOPs from Family Court

(3rd note)

Front 27

The DVPO advises complainants of the availability of these 3 things (C.A.S.)

Back 27

Counseling

Assistance

Shelter

(step 15)

Front 28

What are DV Home Checklists considered and who may they be provided to?

Back 28

DV Home Checklists are potential Rosario material.

Provided to the ADA, by AO, if an arrest is effected

Made available by the DVPO to the ADA, when requested

(additional data)