Domestic Violence and Juvenile Law Concepts

A set of flashcards covering key concepts in Domestic Violence, Juvenile Law, Death Notifications, and Elderly Protection.

What is a Predominate Aggressor?

The person who is the most significant or principle aggressor in a domestic violence incident.

What is Domestic Abuse defined as?

A pattern of assaultive behavior that is intentional, purposeful, repeated, and systemic.

What is the Louisiana revised statute for Domestic Abuse Battery?

14:35.3.

What are barriers that prevent a victim from leaving an abuser?

Isolation, shame, lack of support, and fear.

What does the acronym CALM stand for in law enforcement interviews?

Control, Apart, Look, Moderate.

Indicators of dangerousness include threats to harm whom?

Self and others.

What must officers do when investigating domestic violence involving police officers?

Notify a supervisor of the call.

What is a Delinquent Act according to the Louisiana Children's Code?

An act committed by a child 10 years of age or older that would be an offense if committed by an adult.

What are the two grades of delinquent acts?

Misdemeanor and Felony.

What is a Status Offense?

An offense that can only be committed by a juvenile.

Give three examples of status offenses.

Truancy, Ungovernable Juvenile, Runaway.

What are the three titles of the Children's Code regarding juvenile court authority?

Title VI - CINC, Title VII - FINS, Title VIII - Juvenile Delinquency.

What is the age designation for a minor?

Any person under 18.

What are two provisions for taking a child into custody?

With a verified complaint/court order, without a court order.

What is the maximum time limit for filing a police report if a child is taken into custody?

24 hours.

What are the rights for juveniles in custody?

Notification of charges, protection against self-incrimination, and right to confront witnesses.

What is the process for a juvenile being transferred to adult court?

The District Attorney files a Bill of Information or obtains a Grand Jury.

What is required before taking a statement from a juvenile in custody?

Advisement of Miranda Rights in the presence of a parent or guardian.

What should be included in a police report involving a juvenile offender?

Child’s info, parent’s info, circumstances of the offense, probable cause statement, and detention status.

What is defined as Abuse in the context of child protection?

Serious endangerment to a child's physical, mental, or emotional health.

What is Neglect in child protection terms?

Refusal or unreasonable failure of a caretaker to provide necessary care for a child.

What must a law enforcement officer do as a mandatory reporter?

Report all circumstances of suspected child abuse or neglect.

What is considered the first step in making a report of suspected child abuse?

Report to DCFS if the perpetrator is a parent or caretaker.

What are the stages of grief?

Denial, Remorse, Anger, Acceptance.

How should death notifications be delivered?

In person and timely, using clear language.

What are factors affecting the grief process?

Relationship with deceased, quality of last contact, cause of death, cultural factors.

What is Proxemics?

The psychological boundary that permits maintenance of a protective distance.

Which crimes are elderly individuals particularly targeted for?

Abuse, exploitation, fraud, neglect.

What standards are elderly protection laws part of?

14:35.2, 14:67.21, 14:93.3, 14:93.4, 14:93.5.

Identify effective communication strategies with elderly victims.

Be attentive, ask open-ended questions, and allow time for responses.

What should officers do for vision-impaired victims?

Provide larger print, enhance lighting, and summarize key verbal points in writing.

How are recollections of elderly victims typically characterized?

They may surface slowly and shouldn't be pressured.

What must an officer do when arresting a caregiver of minors?

Permit arrangements for child custody and ensure the child’s safety.

What are Miranda Rights?

Rights stating a suspect must be informed of their right to remain silent and to have an attorney.

What landmark case established the right to counsel and against self-incrimination?

Miranda v. Arizona.

What does Graham v. Connor address?

Excessive force claims by law enforcement during arrests.

What does the Tennessee v. Garner ruling state regarding deadly force?

It prohibits the use of deadly force unless necessary to prevent escape and there is probable cause.

What is the significance of the Terry v. Ohio ruling?

Allows officers to pat down a suspicious person for weapons without probable cause.

In what conditions should elderly victims be treated with respect?

By including them in decision-making processes and focusing on restoring their confidence.