Factors Influencing Use of Force in Law Enforcement
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What guides police officers in the use of force?

  • Following public sentiment
  • Reverence and respect for the dignity of all persons (correct)
  • Respect for property rights
  • Strict adherence to time constraints

What does the totality of circumstances analysis include?

  • Judging based on prior criminal records
  • Considering only verbal statements made by the suspect
  • Taking into account all factors present at the time of the incident (correct)
  • Following predetermined force escalation protocols

What is the purpose of the policy regarding response to resistance and aggression?

  • To restrict de-escalation techniques
  • To guide officers in their response to resistance and aggression with respect for human dignity (correct)
  • To prioritize personal biases over professional conduct
  • To encourage excessive use of force by law enforcement officers

Under what circumstances can police officers use force according to the Anne Arundel County Police Department policy?

<p>When it is necessary and proportional to the level of resistance or aggression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should guide all training, leadership, and procedures according to the policy?

<p>Reverence for the dignity of all persons and sanctity of human life (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of laws does the policy adhere to?

<p>Applicable Federal, State, and Local laws (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of de-escalation techniques mentioned in the text?

<p>Reducing tensions and resolving situations peacefully (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Totality of circumstances' analysis requires consideration of:

<p>All factors present during an incident (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do with their Body Worn Cameras after confirming the download?

<p>Return them to the officer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When must the BWCs from all other officers at the scene be docked and downloaded?

<p>At the end of their tour of duty (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who needs to be notified of officers' activities based on the text?

<p>Training Division Commander, PIO, and FOP representative (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What procedure is followed if a firearm needs to be removed according to the text?

<p>Place it as is in an &quot;Officer Involved Weapon Collection Kit&quot; (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where should involved officers be when their BWCs are docked and downloaded?

<p>At a safe location away from the scene (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen to the firearm in case it needs to be removed during an incident?

<p>&quot;Officer Involved Weapon Collection Kit&quot; (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should BWC footage from all officers at the scene be reviewed?

<p>Prior to the end of the officers' tour of duty (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should have custody of an officer's firearm until CID detectives arrive?

<p>The officer themselves (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Use of Deadly Force Investigation Guide (PD 401)" should be completed and submitted by:

<p>&quot;Involved Officers&quot; (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

"Peer Support" must be informed according to the text:

<p>&quot;After submitting written reports&quot; (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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