Which option correctly identifies who can take possession of firearms after DV service?

• A. Family member
• B. Officer on duty
• C. Shift Commander, Supervisor or Designee
• D. Court order

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is who is properly authorized to take possession of firearms after DV service. The best answer identifies a Shift Commander, Supervisor, or Designee as the person who can handle this duty. This supervisory-level role provides the necessary authority, accountability, and oversight to confiscate firearms safely and document the seizure, ensuring proper chain of custody and compliance with DV service procedures.

Family members generally do not have the authority to confiscate weapons. An officer on duty might be involved in the process, but the policy typically requires a supervisor or their designee to authorize and execute the firearm seizure to maintain proper supervision and record-keeping. A court order can determine ownership or possession, but the actual act of taking possession is carried out by the designated supervisor or designee as part of the agency’s procedures.