THE LAZY, HAZY DAYS OF SUMMER ARE HERE!

The Summer just keeps rolling along. We all need to take some "me" time and enjoy the nice weather, a good BBQ and most importantly, the company of our family and friends. But we also must be smart about the summer parties and gatherings we all will be attending. A designated driver is a MUST. Let's not become a statistic or the subject of a newspaper article. With that in mind, your CCA wishes everyone a happy and SAFE Summer!

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YOUR RIGHTS MUST BE PROTECTED AT ALL TIMES

All too often, your Executive Board is notified that our Captains are called for questioning after the fact. It is your right to have someone there with you during questioning - whether it is DOI, EEO, the NYS Correction Commission or anyone else. Also, there have been instances where DOI has actually gone to the homes of some Captains to ask questions. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO SPEAK TO THEM. If anyone from any investigative body approaches you and wants to speak to you - whether at home, in the street, or even at work - remain polite and professional - but do NOT answer any questions. First, ask them to identify themselves and make note of their names and shield numbers. Tell them you will be more than happy to talk to them when they go through official channels and they schedule a meeting where you will have representation present. If you are notified through channels that you are ordered to report for an interview with any investigator, get in touch with your Delegate and immediately call the CCA Hotline. Remember - we can't help you if we don't know you need us!