Pursuit Definitions 7/16/2024

BOXING-IN = The surrounding of a subject’s stationary vehicle, with agency vehicles, to prevent the subject’s vehicle from moving or fleeing. EMERGENCY FIELD COMMAND OF RADIO TRAFFIC = When a patrol supervisor takes over communication responsibilities for dispatch. EMERGENCY LIGHTS = Roof-mounted light bars, dash or in-grill blue rotating or flashing lights, and flashing headlights. EMERGENCY SIGNAL DEVICES = Siren, revolving or flashing blue or white lights, emergency strobes, and flashing headlights.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE = The action of using a designated emergency vehicle or vessel in motion when responding to an incident or location, with both emergency lights and siren activated, unless the nature of the incident requires a silent approach which is discussed within this order. EMERGENCY SITUATION OR CALL = A complaint received by the Communications Unit or an officer that, based on the available information, involves an immediate action to prevent serious injury or death, (i.e., fire, explosion, hazard, violent felony in progress, shooting, etc.). EMERGENCY UNIT = A unit deemed an emergency vehicle when responding to an emergency call or situation according to this general order, applicable laws, and Chapter 316, Florida Statutes. BOXING-IN = The surrounding of a subject’s stationary vehicle, with agency vehicles, to prevent the subject’s vehicle from moving or fleeing.

EMERGENCY UNIT = A unit deemed an emergency vehicle when responding to an emergency call or situation according to this general order, applicable laws, and Chapter 316, Florida Statutes. EMERGENCY LIGHTS = Roof-mounted light bars, dash or in-grill blue rotating or flashing lights, and flashing headlights. EMERGENCY SIGNAL DEVICES = Siren, revolving or flashing blue or white lights, emergency strobes, and flashing headlights. EMERGENCY RESPONSE = The action of using a designated emergency vehicle or vessel in motion when responding to an incident or location, with both emergency lights and siren activated, unless the nature of the incident requires a silent approach which is discussed within this order.

<p>EMERGENCY FIELD COMMAND OF RADIO TRAFFIC = When a patrol supervisor takes over communication responsibilities for dispatch. BOXING-IN = The surrounding of a subject’s stationary vehicle, with agency vehicles, to prevent the subject’s vehicle from moving or fleeing. EMERGENCY SITUATION OR CALL = A complaint received by the Communications Unit or an officer that, based on the available information, involves an immediate action to prevent serious injury or death, (i.e., fire, explosion, hazard, violent felony in progress, shooting, etc.). EMERGENCY RESPONSE = The action of using a designated emergency vehicle or vessel in motion when responding to an incident or location, with both emergency lights and siren activated, unless the nature of the incident requires a silent approach which is discussed within this order.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EMERGENCY LIGHTS = Roof-mounted light bars, dash or in-grill blue rotating or flashing lights, and flashing headlights. EMERGENCY SIGNAL DEVICES = Siren, revolving or flashing blue or white lights, emergency strobes, and flashing headlights. EMERGENCY UNIT = A unit deemed an emergency vehicle when responding to an emergency call or situation according to this general order, applicable laws, and Chapter 316, Florida Statutes. EMERGENCY FIELD COMMAND OF RADIO TRAFFIC = When a patrol supervisor takes over communication responsibilities for dispatch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EMERGENCY SITUATION OR CALL = A complaint received by the Communications Unit or an officer that, based on the available information, involves an immediate action to prevent serious injury or death, (i.e., fire, explosion, hazard, violent felony in progress, shooting, etc.). EMERGENCY RESPONSE = The action of using a designated emergency vehicle or vessel in motion when responding to an incident or location, with both emergency lights and siren activated, unless the nature of the incident requires a silent approach which is discussed within this order. EMERGENCY UNIT = A unit deemed an emergency vehicle when responding to an emergency call or situation according to this general order, applicable laws, and Chapter 316, Florida Statutes. BOXING-IN = The surrounding of a subject’s stationary vehicle, with agency vehicles, to prevent the subject’s vehicle from moving or fleeing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EMERGENCY FIELD COMMAND OF RADIO TRAFFIC = When a patrol supervisor takes over communication responsibilities for dispatch. EMERGENCY SIGNAL DEVICES = Siren, revolving or flashing blue or white lights, emergency strobes, and flashing headlights. EMERGENCY LIGHTS = Roof-mounted light bars, dash or in-grill blue rotating or flashing lights, and flashing headlights. EMERGENCY SITUATION OR CALL = A complaint received by the Communications Unit or an officer that, based on the available information, involves an immediate action to prevent serious injury or death, (i.e., fire, explosion, hazard, violent felony in progress, shooting, etc.).</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>EMERGENCY UNIT = A unit deemed an emergency vehicle when responding to an emergency call or situation according to this general order, applicable laws, and Chapter 316, Florida Statutes. EMERGENCY RESPONSE = The action of using a designated emergency vehicle or vessel in motion when responding to an incident or location, with both emergency lights and siren activated, unless the nature of the incident requires a silent approach which is discussed within this order. BOXING-IN = The surrounding of a subject’s stationary vehicle, with agency vehicles, to prevent the subject’s vehicle from moving or fleeing. EMERGENCY FIELD COMMAND OF RADIO TRAFFIC = When a patrol supervisor takes over communication responsibilities for dispatch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Forcible Felony = A bodily injury that creates a substantial risk of death, causes serious permanent disfigurement, or results in long-term loss or impairment of any body part or organ. Siren = An issued or approved audible device or equipment capable of a continuous monotone, warble, and two-tone warning. Pursuit = The intentional act of utilizing an agency patrol vehicle in a prescribed manner to physically contact a fleeing vehicle in order to force it from its original course of travel to a stopped position. Serious Physical Injury = Means treason; murder; manslaughter; sexual battery; carjacking; home-invasion robbery; robbery; burglary; arson; kidnapping; aggravated assault; aggravated battery; aggravated stalking; aircraft piracy; unlawful throwing, placing, or discharging of a destructive device or bomb; and any other felony which involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Primary Unit = The first unit pursuing a fleeing vehicle. Marked Unit = An authorized law enforcement vehicle equipped with functional emergency lights, sirens and identified by a conspicuous paint scheme and agency insignia. Pursuit Supervisor = The supervisor directly responsible for the coordination and safety of the pursuit. Support Unit = Units that provide assistance during a pursuit situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ramming = The deliberate act by the driver of a vehicle to forcibly strike another vehicle in an attempt to stop or disable the other vehicle. PIT = The intentional act of utilizing an agency patrol vehicle in a prescribed manner to physically contact a fleeing vehicle in order to force it from its original course of travel to a stopped position. Stationary Roadblock = A barricade or other obstruction of a roadway that reroutes, stops, or prevents the escape of a fleeing vehicle. Tire Deflation Devices = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Moving Roadblock = The positioning of moving emergency vehicles to slow and/or stop a fleeing vehicle. Intervention = The use of alternative methods to stop or disable a vehicle being pursued. Secondary Unit = The unit which trails the primary unit at a safe distance, and which is immediately available to assume the primary role or assist the primary unit in the event the fleeing subject is stopped. Semi-Marked Unit = An authorized law enforcement vehicle meeting the equipment requirements of a marked unit with the exception of the roof mounted emergency lights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Unmarked Unit = Any law enforcement vehicle other than a marked or semi-marked unit. Special Marked Emergency Unit = Marked trucks equipped with blue lights and sirens. Roadblock = A barricade or other obstruction of a roadway that reroutes, stops, or prevents the escape of a fleeing vehicle. Spikes = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Stop Sticks = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits. Spike Strips = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits. Pursuit Intervention Technique = The intentional act of utilizing an agency patrol vehicle in a prescribed manner to physically contact a fleeing vehicle in order to force it from its original course of travel to a stopped position. Ramming = The deliberate act by the driver of a vehicle to forcibly strike another vehicle in an attempt to stop or disable the other vehicle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Forcible Felony = A bodily injury that creates a substantial risk of death, causes serious permanent disfigurement, or results in long-term loss or impairment of any body part or organ. PIT = The intentional act of utilizing an agency patrol vehicle in a prescribed manner to physically contact a fleeing vehicle in order to force it from its original course of travel to a stopped position. Intervention = The use of alternative methods to stop or disable a vehicle being pursued. Serious Physical Injury = Means treason; murder; manslaughter; sexual battery; carjacking; home-invasion robbery; robbery; burglary; arson; kidnapping; aggravated assault; aggravated battery; aggravated stalking; aircraft piracy; unlawful throwing, placing, or discharging of a destructive device or bomb; and any other felony which involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Marked Unit = An authorized law enforcement vehicle equipped with functional emergency lights, sirens and identified by a conspicuous paint scheme and agency insignia. Unmarked Unit = Any law enforcement vehicle other than a marked or semi-marked unit. Special Marked Emergency Unit = Marked trucks equipped with blue lights and sirens. Semi-Marked Unit = An authorized law enforcement vehicle meeting the equipment requirements of a marked unit with the exception of the roof mounted emergency lights.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Secondary Unit = The unit which trails the primary unit at a safe distance, and which is immediately available to assume the primary role or assist the primary unit in the event the fleeing subject is stopped. Primary Unit = The first unit pursuing a fleeing vehicle. Support Unit = Units that provide assistance during a pursuit situation. Pursuit Supervisor = The supervisor directly responsible for the coordination and safety of the pursuit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tire Deflation Devices = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits. Spikes = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits. Stop Sticks = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits. Spike Strips = A vehicle tire deflating device that may be used as an aid in the termination of vehicle pursuits.</p> Signup and view all the answers