New Jersey Ag Guideline: Arrestees Dependents

1. If an outside agency is contacted to care for an arrestee's dependent, should the arrested person be given information identifying the agency that took custody?

No. For the protection of the dependent the information should not be given to the arrested person.

Yes. The arrested person should be given the agency information.

It depends. Information can be given to the arrested person at the discretion of the arresting officer.

None of the above.

The arrested person should be given the agency information because they have the right to know who is taking custody of their dependent. This information allows the arrested person to have contact with the agency and ensure the well-being of their dependent. It also allows for transparency and accountability in the custody process.

Explanation

The arrested person should be given the agency information because they have the right to know who is taking custody of their dependent. This information allows the arrested person to have contact with the agency and ensure the well-being of their dependent. It also allows for transparency and accountability in the custody process.

2. Once it is determined the arrestee simply cannot arrange for alternate care of a dependent. Who is responsible to make contact to the appropriate municipal, county or state agency?

The shift supervisor only.

The arresting officer or the shift supervisor.

None of the above.

The arresting officer or the shift supervisor is responsible for making contact with the appropriate municipal, county, or state agency when it is determined that the arrestee cannot arrange for alternate care of a dependent. They should take the necessary steps to ensure that the dependents are taken care of by reaching out to the relevant agency for assistance.

Explanation

The arresting officer or the shift supervisor is responsible for making contact with the appropriate municipal, county, or state agency when it is determined that the arrestee cannot arrange for alternate care of a dependent. They should take the necessary steps to ensure that the dependents are taken care of by reaching out to the relevant agency for assistance.

3. When it is determined by the arresting officer the arrestee has dependents at home, what is the first step the officer should take?

The officer should arrange for transportation of the dependent person(s) to his agency.

None of the above.

The correct answer is that the officer should allow the arrested person to make phone calls for the purpose of arranging for care for the dependent person(s). This is the first step the officer should take when it is determined that the arrestee has dependents at home. Allowing the arrested person to make phone calls will give them the opportunity to make arrangements for the care of their dependents while they are in custody. This shows consideration for the well-being of the dependents and allows the arrested person to fulfill their responsibilities as a caregiver.

Explanation

The correct answer is that the officer should allow the arrested person to make phone calls for the purpose of arranging for care for the dependent person(s). This is the first step the officer should take when it is determined that the arrestee has dependents at home. Allowing the arrested person to make phone calls will give them the opportunity to make arrangements for the care of their dependents while they are in custody. This shows consideration for the well-being of the dependents and allows the arrested person to fulfill their responsibilities as a caregiver.

4. Let's say for example an officer arrests a mother who is accompanied by her two toddlers and their aunt. The mother has warrants for her arrest and is facing additional bail on the new charges by the arresting officer. The aunt (who is not under arrest) appears normal and would be good a candidate to take the children. The arrestee (mother) has been very uncooperative and has tried every trick in the book to get out of going to jail as she cannot make bail. Finally, the officer feels in an effort to delay her inevitable transport to the county jail, she refuses to allow the aunt temporary custody of the children. What should the officer do in this case?

Run a criminal background check on the aunt. If it comes up clean hand the children over to the aunt.

Allow the mother to make a reasonable amount of phone calls to make arrangements for a caretaker of her choice.

None of the above

The officer should allow the mother to make a reasonable amount of phone calls to make arrangements for a caretaker of her choice. This option ensures that the children are taken care of by someone the mother trusts while she is in jail. It also shows empathy towards the mother's situation and allows her to have some control over the care of her children. This option prioritizes the well-being of the children and acknowledges the importance of maintaining family connections.

Explanation

The officer should allow the mother to make a reasonable amount of phone calls to make arrangements for a caretaker of her choice. This option ensures that the children are taken care of by someone the mother trusts while she is in jail. It also shows empathy towards the mother's situation and allows her to have some control over the care of her children. This option prioritizes the well-being of the children and acknowledges the importance of maintaining family connections.

5. Depending on the circumstances, it would be appropriate to transport a dependent child with the arrested mother to headquarters in the same vehicle.

True, If the circumstances permit the child and stay with the mother.

False, Never transport the child and the mother in the same vehicle.

It is not appropriate to transport the child to headquarters in any circumstance.

None of the above.

The correct answer is true because if the circumstances permit, it would be appropriate to transport a dependent child with the arrested mother to headquarters in the same vehicle. This means that if it is safe and feasible for the child to stay with the mother during transport, it would be the appropriate course of action.

Explanation

The correct answer is true because if the circumstances permit, it would be appropriate to transport a dependent child with the arrested mother to headquarters in the same vehicle. This means that if it is safe and feasible for the child to stay with the mother during transport, it would be the appropriate course of action.

6. According to the Attorney General guideline for Arrestee Dependents the arrested person shall be questioned if they have a child or other person dependent upon them for care, sustenance or supervision if the arrested person is expected to be detained for how long?

More than one hour.

More than two hours.

More than three hours.

It does not matter how long the arrestee should always be questioned about dependents.

None of the above.

According to the Attorney General guideline for Arrestee Dependents, the arrested person should be questioned about their dependents if they are expected to be detained for more than two hours. This suggests that the concern for dependents arises after a certain duration of detention, indicating that the well-being and care of the dependents is taken into consideration.

Explanation

According to the Attorney General guideline for Arrestee Dependents, the arrested person should be questioned about their dependents if they are expected to be detained for more than two hours. This suggests that the concern for dependents arises after a certain duration of detention, indicating that the well-being and care of the dependents is taken into consideration.

7. When alternate care is arranged for an arrestee's dependent a record should be made including the following information . . . the name of the person or agency taking charge of the dependent, the name of the agency's representative and a phone number, and information as to how the arrestee can regain custody of the dependent.

True. A record should be made in all cases.

False. A record does not need to be made with the above information.

None of the above.

In order to ensure the safety and well-being of an arrestee's dependent, it is important to create a record when alternate care is arranged. This record should include important information such as the name of the person or agency taking charge of the dependent, the name of the agency's representative and their contact number, as well as information on how the arrestee can regain custody of the dependent. By keeping a record in all cases, it helps to maintain transparency and accountability in the process, ensuring that the dependent is properly cared for and that the arrestee can easily regain custody when appropriate.

Explanation

In order to ensure the safety and well-being of an arrestee's dependent, it is important to create a record when alternate care is arranged. This record should include important information such as the name of the person or agency taking charge of the dependent, the name of the agency's representative and their contact number, as well as information on how the arrestee can regain custody of the dependent. By keeping a record in all cases, it helps to maintain transparency and accountability in the process, ensuring that the dependent is properly cared for and that the arrestee can easily regain custody when appropriate.

8. If a mother is arrested and is accompanied at the scene with a child who is dependent on her, what should the arresting officer do with the child knowing the mother has to be taken into custody and transported to headquarters?

Arrange for transportation of the child to headquarters using a department vehicle in accordance with department policy.

Have a municipal, county or state agency respond to the scene and take custody of the child.

None of the above.

The arresting officer should arrange for transportation of the child to headquarters using a department vehicle in accordance with department policy. This is the best course of action to ensure the safety and well-being of the child while the mother is being taken into custody. It allows for the child to remain in a familiar environment and minimizes the disruption to their routine. Additionally, it ensures that the child is under the supervision and care of law enforcement until suitable arrangements can be made for their care.

Explanation

The arresting officer should arrange for transportation of the child to headquarters using a department vehicle in accordance with department policy. This is the best course of action to ensure the safety and well-being of the child while the mother is being taken into custody. It allows for the child to remain in a familiar environment and minimizes the disruption to their routine. Additionally, it ensures that the child is under the supervision and care of law enforcement until suitable arrangements can be made for their care.

9. If the arrestee is arrested alone but it is determined he or she has a child or other person dependent on them for care sustenance or supervision at home or another location, what procedure should the arresting officer follow in order to facilitate alternate care for the dependent?

At the present time there is not a guideline covering this scenario.

The arresting officer should notify the agency where the dependents are and that agency is responsible for facilitating alternate care.

The same guidelines shall be followed as if the arrested person was accompanied by dependents.

None of the above.

If the arrestee is arrested alone but has a dependent at home or another location, the arresting officer should follow the same guidelines as if the arrested person was accompanied by dependents. This means that the officer should notify the agency responsible for the dependents and that agency will be responsible for facilitating alternate care.

Explanation

If the arrestee is arrested alone but has a dependent at home or another location, the arresting officer should follow the same guidelines as if the arrested person was accompanied by dependents. This means that the officer should notify the agency responsible for the dependents and that agency will be responsible for facilitating alternate care.

10. When an arrested person cannot obtain care for a dependent, who is responsible for providing care for the dependent person?

The department that arrested the individual.

There is no person responsible for the dependent person.

The appropriate municipal, county or state agency

None of the above

The appropriate municipal, county or state agency is responsible for providing care for the dependent person when an arrested person cannot obtain care for them. This agency is responsible for ensuring the well-being and safety of individuals who are unable to care for themselves due to various circumstances, including when their caregiver is arrested.

Explanation

The appropriate municipal, county or state agency is responsible for providing care for the dependent person when an arrested person cannot obtain care for them. This agency is responsible for ensuring the well-being and safety of individuals who are unable to care for themselves due to various circumstances, including when their caregiver is arrested.

11. If it is determined an arrestee has a child or other person dependent on them for care, sustenance or supervision when should the judge be contacted to set bail?

The judge should be called to set bail as soon as possible.

None of the above.

Because the arrestee has a child or other person dependent on them for care, sustenance or supervision, it is crucial to contact the judge as soon as possible to set bail. This is necessary to ensure that the dependent is taken care of and arrangements can be made accordingly. Delaying the contact with the judge could potentially put the dependent at risk or cause further complications.

Explanation

Because the arrestee has a child or other person dependent on them for care, sustenance or supervision, it is crucial to contact the judge as soon as possible to set bail. This is necessary to ensure that the dependent is taken care of and arrangements can be made accordingly. Delaying the contact with the judge could potentially put the dependent at risk or cause further complications.

12. When an arrestee is taken into custody alone and is not accompanied by any children or dependent persons, is the arresting officer required to inquire whether or not someone is dependent upon the arrested person for care, sustenance or supervision?

Yes.

No.

It depends on how long the arrestee is expected to be in custody.

None of the above.

The correct answer is "It depends on how long the arrestee is expected to be in custody." This means that the arresting officer is only required to inquire about dependents if the arrestee is expected to be in custody for an extended period of time. If the arrestee is only expected to be in custody for a short period, the officer may not need to inquire about dependents.

Explanation

The correct answer is "It depends on how long the arrestee is expected to be in custody." This means that the arresting officer is only required to inquire about dependents if the arrestee is expected to be in custody for an extended period of time. If the arrestee is only expected to be in custody for a short period, the officer may not need to inquire about dependents.

13. If an arrested person is unable to make contact by telephone to a person that can care for a dependent of the arrestee, what steps should be taken by the arresting agency at this point?

The appropriate municipal, county or state agency shall be contacted by the arresting officer or the shift supervisor.

The dependent should remain at headquarters until bail is determined.

None of the above

If an arrested person is unable to make contact by telephone to a person that can care for a dependent of the arrestee, the appropriate step to be taken by the arresting agency is to assign an officer to make the proper notification to the potential caretaker. This ensures that the dependent is taken care of and their needs are met while the arrestee is unable to fulfill their caregiving responsibilities.

Explanation

If an arrested person is unable to make contact by telephone to a person that can care for a dependent of the arrestee, the appropriate step to be taken by the arresting agency is to assign an officer to make the proper notification to the potential caretaker. This ensures that the dependent is taken care of and their needs are met while the arrestee is unable to fulfill their caregiving responsibilities.