The Critical Incident Investigation Team Supervisor must be a _____ rank or higher.

• A. Sergeant
• B. Lieutenant
• C. Captain
• D. Major

Answer: (B)

The position must have enough authority to lead and supervise a complex investigation, ensure policy standards are followed, and maintain independence from the unit being investigated. A lieutenant is the first supervisory rank that typically carries broad command responsibility: overseeing multiple investigators or sergeants, allocating resources, approving investigative actions, and liaising with higher command and other agencies. This level of authority helps ensure the investigation is conducted objectively and reported properly, which is essential for critical incidents. While captains or majors would also fit, the question asks for the minimum rank, and a lieutenant provides the necessary supervisory authority without requiring a higher level of command. A sergeant, though a capable supervisor at the unit level, usually lacks the broader authority and formal standing needed for this role.