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When arriving at a scene, what should you avoid doing?
When arriving at a scene, what should you avoid doing?
- Identifying yourself and stating your purpose
- Standing directly in front of the door (correct)
- Moving to a position of advantage
- Scanning the room for hazards
What is the first thing you should do when you approach a scene?
What is the first thing you should do when you approach a scene?
- Move to a position of advantage
- Ask witnesses or victims if there is anyone present with a weapon
- Scan the room for hazards
- Identify yourself and state your purpose (correct)
What is the purpose of asking witnesses or victims about potential weapons?
What is the purpose of asking witnesses or victims about potential weapons?
- To observe their body language
- To determine the number of people present
- To deal with immediate threats first (correct)
- To identify possible hiding places
Why should you turn down noise sources like music systems and televisions?
Why should you turn down noise sources like music systems and televisions?
What should you do before asking involved persons to sit down?
What should you do before asking involved persons to sit down?
What can happen if you don't approach a scene correctly?
What can happen if you don't approach a scene correctly?
What should you do if you encounter someone who appears incoherent or abnormal?
What should you do if you encounter someone who appears incoherent or abnormal?
Why is it beneficial to ask bystanders to step away?
Why is it beneficial to ask bystanders to step away?
What is the main goal of the lesson on Victims' Rights and Brochures?
What is the main goal of the lesson on Victims' Rights and Brochures?
According to Marsy's Law, what right do victims have?
According to Marsy's Law, what right do victims have?
What is an example of the notice that victims have the right to?
What is an example of the notice that victims have the right to?
What is a responsibility of an officer when interacting with victims?
What is a responsibility of an officer when interacting with victims?
What is a right that victims have according to Marsy's Law?
What is a right that victims have according to Marsy's Law?
What is a service available to victims?
What is a service available to victims?
Where can victims' rights brochures be found?
Where can victims' rights brochures be found?
What is a benefit that victims have?
What is a benefit that victims have?
What is the legally required transport related to?
What is the legally required transport related to?
When transporting juveniles, members of the opposite sex, witnesses, and victims, what should you follow?
When transporting juveniles, members of the opposite sex, witnesses, and victims, what should you follow?
What should you conduct after transporting a person?
What should you conduct after transporting a person?
What is the goal of Lesson 1: Assault and Battery?
What is the goal of Lesson 1: Assault and Battery?
How would you approach an incident like Susan and Pete's at the bar?
How would you approach an incident like Susan and Pete's at the bar?
What does Chapter 784, F.S. outline?
What does Chapter 784, F.S. outline?
What is an example of assault?
What is an example of assault?
What is the primary goal of law enforcement in disputes and fighting incidents?
What is the primary goal of law enforcement in disputes and fighting incidents?
What is the definition of domestic violence according to Chapter 741, F.S.?
What is the definition of domestic violence according to Chapter 741, F.S.?
When responding to a domestic violence call, what is the most dangerous time?
When responding to a domestic violence call, what is the most dangerous time?
Who is considered a family or household member according to Chapter 741, F.S.?
Who is considered a family or household member according to Chapter 741, F.S.?
What should you consider immediately when arriving at a domestic violence scene?
What should you consider immediately when arriving at a domestic violence scene?
When can you arrest an individual in a domestic violence incident?
When can you arrest an individual in a domestic violence incident?
Who should be arrested in a domestic violence incident?
Who should be arrested in a domestic violence incident?
How should you obtain statements from individuals involved in a domestic violence incident?
How should you obtain statements from individuals involved in a domestic violence incident?
What is the purpose of determining the abuser in a domestic violence incident?
What is the purpose of determining the abuser in a domestic violence incident?
What is a possible consequence of violating a custody arrangement outlined in an injunction?
What is a possible consequence of violating a custody arrangement outlined in an injunction?
What is the purpose of an RPO in a domestic violence incident?
What is the purpose of an RPO in a domestic violence incident?
How should you respond to a child domestic battery incident?
How should you respond to a child domestic battery incident?
What is the primary consideration when responding to a child domestic battery incident?
What is the primary consideration when responding to a child domestic battery incident?
What is the purpose of documenting an allegation of domestic violence with a written report?
What is the purpose of documenting an allegation of domestic violence with a written report?
What is a possible intervention for a child domestic battery incident?
What is a possible intervention for a child domestic battery incident?
What is the role of an injunction in a domestic violence incident?
What is the role of an injunction in a domestic violence incident?
Under what circumstances can you make a warrantless arrest for a violation of an injunction for protection?
Under what circumstances can you make a warrantless arrest for a violation of an injunction for protection?
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Study Notes
Scene Safety
- When approaching a building, avoid standing directly in front of the door to prevent a fatal funnel situation
- Identify yourself and state the purpose of your visit
- Move to a position of advantage, such as somewhere you cannot be attacked from behind
- Stay out of doorways and visually assess the scene, noting the number of people present and any hazards
Responding to an Incident
- Approach the scene entrance safely, avoiding direct confrontation
- Assess the situation, taking note of the number of people present, their body language, and facial expressions
- Scan the room for hazards, such as possible weapons or hiding places
- Deal with any immediate threats first, and communicate effectively to calm the situation
De-escalation Techniques
- Use communication techniques to calm the situation and maintain control
- Turn down noise sources, such as music systems and televisions, and ask bystanders to step away
- Determine if anyone is sick, injured, or under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Use first-aid skills to tend to any medical needs, and encourage involved persons to sit down (after ensuring no weapons are present)
Victims' Rights
- Inform victims of their rights, including due process, freedom from intimidation, and accurate notice of public proceedings
- Provide victims with appropriate brochures or cards explaining their rights
- Ensure victims are treated fairly and respectfully, and provide reasonable protection from the accused
Domestic Violence
- Define domestic violence as any assault, aggravated assault, battery, or other criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another
- Determine if an incident meets the domestic violence criteria, considering the relationship between the perpetrator and victim
- When responding to a domestic violence call, consider the safety of all parties, including the officer's own safety
Injunctions in Domestic Violence
- An injunction can be used to protect victims of domestic or dating violence
- If a respondent violates a custody arrangement outlined in an injunction, it may remain a civil matter unless the respondent violates one of the conditions given in chapter 741, F.S.
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