18 Questions
What is the purpose of the Foot Pursuit Concepts Directive?
To discuss the general tactical concepts of foot pursuits
What is one factor that a court considers in determining whether reasonable suspicion to detain a fleeing suspect existed?
Flight alone
Whose responsibility is it to articulate the probable cause to support an arrest during a foot pursuit?
The arresting officers
Which of the following situations would not be considered separation?
When one officer is unable to confront the suspect
What is the purpose of separation in law enforcement?
To allow officers to render aid to each other when needed
When can partner officers separate a reasonable distance while in containment mode?
When they need to set up a perimeter
Which one of these is a reason to discontinue a foot pursuit?
The tactical situation deteriorates
When should officers pursue an armed suspect in apprehension mode?
When the suspect is at a tactical disadvantage
What should officers do when a foot pursuit begins with a suspect fleeing from a vehicle?
Advise additional units of the location of the suspect vehicle
What is discouraged when it comes to parallel foot pursuit tactics?
One officer remaining in the vehicle and the other officer on foot
Which one of the following is NOT one of the Tactical Four Cs mentioned in the text?
Contain
What is the purpose of establishing a command post (CP) during a tactical operation?
To exercise control over the situation and provide for the safe arrival of personnel
What is the role of the primary officer during a foot pursuit?
To give commands and direct the tactics of the pursuit
What is the purpose of maintaining good cover during containment operations?
To provide protection from gunfire and safely observe the suspect's probable position
During a foot pursuit, officers should not separate and remain alert for potential ambush.
During a foot pursuit, officers should separate and remain alert for potential ambush.
The use of force during a foot pursuit is not allowed by State and Federal law.
The use of force during a foot pursuit is allowed by State and Federal law.
Officers may make the decision to discontinue a foot pursuit when the tactical situation improves.
Officers may make the decision to discontinue a foot pursuit when the tactical situation deteriorates.
During a foot pursuit, officers should communicate regularly in simplex mode to ensure effective monitoring by Communications Division.
During a foot pursuit, officers should not communicate regularly in simplex mode to ensure effective monitoring by Communications Division.
This quiz tests your knowledge on transitioning to containment mode and discontinuing a foot pursuit in law enforcement situations. Learn about tactical situations, suspect visibility, entering structures, and armed suspects.
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