Must report any incident regarding a discharged firearm while on duty within ____ hours.

• A. 12
• B. 48
• C. 24
• D. 72

Answer: (C)

Prompt reporting of any incident where a firearm is discharged while on duty must be done within 24 hours. This time frame ensures that supervisors, agency leadership, and possibly law enforcement are alerted quickly to assess risk, preserve evidence, and begin a proper investigation. Swift reporting also upholds accountability for use-of-force events and helps maintain public and officer safety by triggering necessary responses and documentation in a timely manner. Timeframes shorter than this (such as 12 hours) would not align with standard procedures, while longer windows (48 or 72 hours) could delay essential investigations and proper handling of the incident.