How soon after qualifying events is the SVIP Team activated?

• A. Immediately
• B. 24 hours
• C. 48 hours
• D. 72 hours

Answer: (B)

The main idea is timely, coordinated response after a qualifying event to protect victims and preserve evidence. The SVIP Team is meant to be mobilized quickly, so investigations start while information is fresh and victim services are promptly available. Activating within 24 hours provides a realistic, urgent timeline that allows notifying the right personnel, assembling the team, and initiating on-scene actions without excessive delay. Going with immediate activation can be impractical because it requires rapid mobilization and verification steps that can’t always be completed instantly. Delays of 48 or 72 hours increase the risk to evidence integrity and victim support, which is why the 24-hour window is the appropriate standard.