Formal interrogation of a law enforcement officer must be recorded, and upon request a copy of the recording must be provided to the interrogated officer no later than how many hours after the interrogation?

• A. 24 hours
• B. 72 hours
• C. 180 hours
• D. 360 hours

Answer: (C)

This item tests the time frame for delivering a recorded formal interrogation to the officer who was questioned. The rule states that a copy must be provided no later than seven and a half days (180 hours) after the interrogation. That window gives the agency enough time to securely copy the recording, perform any necessary redactions, verify authenticity and chain of custody, and route the request through the proper channels, while still ensuring the officer has timely access for review, potential legal needs, or proceedings. Shorter timeframes could rush processing or compromise accuracy and redaction; longer delays would unnecessarily hinder the officer’s ability to review the interrogation in a timely manner.