BSO Standard Operating Procedures: Vehicle Immobilization Tactic

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What is one of the factors to consider when selecting a location to execute a Vehicle Immobilization Tactic (VIT)?

Type of weapons

Nature of offense

Speed of the deputy's vehicle

Proximity to innocent bystanders (correct)

What is required when there is contact between the deputy's vehicle and the suspect vehicle during a VIT?

Supervisor Vehicle Immobilization Tactic Review

Supervisor Use of Force Review (correct)

Photographs of both vehicles

None of the above

Why do deputies need to consider the suspect's criminal history during a VIT?

To determine the appropriate use of force

To assess the level of threat posed by the suspect (correct)

To decide whether to activate emergency lights

To determine the location of the VIT

What is an environmental factor to consider during a VIT?

Physical terrain Signup and view all the answers

What document is required to be completed after every VIT?

Supervisor Vehicle Immobilization Tactic Review Signup and view all the answers

When is a Supervisor Use of Force Review required?

When there is contact between the deputy's vehicle and the suspect vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What is not a factor to consider when deciding whether to employ a VIT?

The suspect's age Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement after a VIT has been employed?

Forward documentation through the unit's chain of command Signup and view all the answers

Who can employ the Vehicle Immobilization Tactic (VIT)?

Deputies trained in the use of the tactic Signup and view all the answers

When is a written explanation required on the Supervisor Vehicle Immobilization Tactic Review?

If a vehicle begins to move before the VIT is employed and the VIT is not aborted Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of law enforcement vehicles required to initiate a VIT?

Two Signup and view all the answers

On what type of vehicle can the VIT never be employed?

Motorcycles Signup and view all the answers

What is a factor to consider when deciding to employ a VIT on a moving vehicle?

The severity of the crime Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the VIT?

To block-in and immobilize a vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Can a VIT be employed on a moving vehicle if it is not a forcible felony?

No, it can only be employed if it is a forcible felony Signup and view all the answers

What should be attempted when employing a VIT?

Block the suspect vehicle from the front and back Signup and view all the answers

What document needs to be completed if damage occurs to a deputy's vehicle or a suspect vehicle?

Incident Damage Report (BSO RP#68) Signup and view all the answers

Which team's tactics will not be limited by this policy?

BSO SWAT Team Signup and view all the answers

Who needs to review and redact information from these Standard Operating Procedures before disclosure?

Office of the Inspector General Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of these Standard Operating Procedures under Florida Public Records Law?

Law enforcement sensitive Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Incident Damage Report (BSO RP#68)?

To document damages to vehicles Signup and view all the answers

Where should outside or public requests for information from these Standard Operating Procedures be directed?

Office of the Inspector General Signup and view all the answers

What is the effective date of the reviewed and revised Standard Operating Procedures?

09/09/2016 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the notice at the end of the Standard Operating Procedures?

To inform of review and redaction procedures Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vehicle Immobilization Tactic (VIT)

VIT is a tactic employed to block-in and immobilize a vehicle that is stopped, moving slowly, or beginning to move.
VIT can only be employed by deputies trained in the use of the tactic and assigned to a unit that attends quarterly SID Training.
The decision to employ VIT rests solely with the deputy (or deputies) performing the VIT.

Conditions for VIT Employment

VIT can only be employed in the arrest of felons.
A minimum of two law enforcement vehicles must be available to initiate a VIT, unless a natural barrier exists in front or behind the vehicle.
All attempts should be made to block the suspect vehicle from the front and back, with bumper to bumper contact.
VIT can never be employed on motorcycles.
VIT should only be employed on stationary vehicles.

Exceptions to VIT Employment

VIT can be employed on a moving vehicle in order to take a person into custody who has committed a forcible felony as defined in SPM 7.8.2 E.
Factors to consider when employing VIT on a moving vehicle include:
- The severity of the crime
- Whether the suspect poses an immediate threat to the safety of deputies or others
- Whether the suspect was actively resisting arrest or attempting to evade arrest by flight

Documentation and Reporting

Every time a VIT is employed, the following documentation will be completed:
- Supervisor Vehicle Immobilization Tactic Review (BSO RP#159)
- Supervisor Use of Force Review (BSO RP#16) if contact is made between deputy’s vehicle and suspect vehicle
- Photographs of both the suspect and deputy’s vehicle
- Event report for incident requiring the VIT
If damage occurs to either the deputy’s vehicle or the suspect vehicle, an Incident Damage Report (BSO RP#68) will be completed.

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This quiz covers the standard operating procedure of the Broward Sheriff's Office for vehicle immobilization tactics, including when and how to employ the tactic.