120.1, Discovery of PO Records

Question 1

A _____ is a legal process which enables the defense to attempt to obtain peace officer personnel records or information contained therein.

Answer 1

Pitchess Motion

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Question 2

Civilian complaint investigations shall be retained for ________ years, per Penal Code Section 832.5.

Answer 2

Five

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Question 3

True or False: Evidence Code Section 1047 allows for disclosure of the records of peace officers who were not present during the arrest or who had no contact with the individual seeking disclosure from the time of arrest-through the booking process.

Answer 3

False (this is prohibited)

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Question 4

When a motion is received at the Area office, the Legal Coordination Unit (LCU) ____________ should/shall be notified immediately .

Answer 4

Should

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Question 5

Legal Coordination Unit (LCU) will contact the __________ office and request legal representation at the hearing.

Answer 5

Attorney General’s

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Question 6

The ____ determines if the requirements of the motion are met.

Answer 6

Judge

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