Law Enforcement Tactics

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What is the purpose of the Foot Pursuit Concepts Directive?

To outline the procedures for initiating a foot pursuit

To provide guidelines for apprehending fleeing suspects

To discuss general tactical concepts for foot pursuits (correct)

To emphasize the importance of officer safety during foot pursuits

What should officers consider during a foot pursuit?

Whether the suspect is armed

The seriousness of the offense committed

The location

All of the above (correct)

Does flight alone provide reasonable suspicion to detain a suspect?

It depends on the circumstances

Flight is not mentioned in the text

Yes

No (correct)

What responsibility do arresting officers have when the detention evolves into an arrest?

To articulate the probable cause to support the arrest Signup and view all the answers

What should partner officers discuss at the beginning of each watch or assignment?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Why is chasing a fleeing suspect on foot considered inherently dangerous?

Because it may result in deadly consequences Signup and view all the answers

Which one of the following is NOT one of the Tactical Four Cs?

Control Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of establishing a command post (CP) during a tactical operation?

To ensure the integrity of the containment Signup and view all the answers

What should officers on the perimeter do if they see a possible suspect attempting to escape?

Maintain their position and alert the command post Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of retracing the route of a foot pursuit after the suspect is taken into custody?

To locate any discarded evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a barrier in the context of foot pursuit tactics?

Any object that would cause officers or suspects to alter their direction of travel Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the secondary officer during a foot pursuit?

To focus on the safety of the primary officer and responding personnel Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason for discontinuing a foot pursuit?

The suspect is armed Signup and view all the answers

What should officers broadcast when establishing a perimeter?

The boundaries of the perimeter Signup and view all the answers

When pursuing an armed suspect, officers should generally do so in which mode?

Containment mode Signup and view all the answers

What should officers consider when a foot pursuit begins with a suspect fleeing from a vehicle?

The possibility of additional suspects in the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

Under most circumstances, should officers have their firearms drawn while involved in a foot pursuit?

No, to decrease the chance of an unintentional discharge Signup and view all the answers

When is it reasonable for officers to employ parallel foot pursuit tactics?

During apprehension mode Signup and view all the answers

During a foot pursuit, officers should avoid separating and remain alert for potential ambush.

Officers should split up and cover more ground to increase the chances of apprehending the suspect. Signup and view all the answers

What information should officers broadcast during the initial radio broadcast of a foot pursuit?

The location and direction of travel of the suspect. Signup and view all the answers

Why are officers discouraged from communicating regularly in simplex mode during a foot pursuit?

Simplex mode cannot be monitored by Communications Division. Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do when rounding a corner or reaching the end of a fence during a foot pursuit?

Officers should utilize a 'quick peek' to provide a glimpse of what is on the other side. Signup and view all the answers

What factors influence an officer's decision to operate in apprehension mode or containment mode during a foot pursuit?

The location and available resources. Signup and view all the answers

What force can an officer use to effect a detention, effect an arrest, overcome resistance, or prevent escape during a foot pursuit?

The use of a strong push to the upper back of the suspect. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following situations would NOT be considered separation?

When one officer is unable to render aid to the other due to a suspect Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of separation in law enforcement?

To provide a reasonable distance for officers to set up a perimeter Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can partner officers separate?

When they are in containment mode Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for partner officers to not separate?

To ensure they can always render aid to each other Signup and view all the answers

When can partner officers separate even if there is no containment mode?

When they need to render aid to each other Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of setting up a perimeter in containment mode?

To prevent suspects from escaping Signup and view all the answers

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What is the purpose of the Foot Pursuit Concepts Directive?

What should officers consider during a foot pursuit?

Does flight alone provide reasonable suspicion to detain a suspect?

What responsibility do arresting officers have when the detention evolves into an arrest?

What should partner officers discuss at the beginning of each watch or assignment?

Why is chasing a fleeing suspect on foot considered inherently dangerous?

Which one of the following is NOT one of the Tactical Four Cs?

What is the purpose of establishing a command post (CP) during a tactical operation?

What should officers on the perimeter do if they see a possible suspect attempting to escape?

What is the purpose of retracing the route of a foot pursuit after the suspect is taken into custody?

What is the definition of a barrier in the context of foot pursuit tactics?

What is the role of the secondary officer during a foot pursuit?

Which of the following is NOT a reason for discontinuing a foot pursuit?

What should officers broadcast when establishing a perimeter?

When pursuing an armed suspect, officers should generally do so in which mode?

What should officers consider when a foot pursuit begins with a suspect fleeing from a vehicle?

Under most circumstances, should officers have their firearms drawn while involved in a foot pursuit?

When is it reasonable for officers to employ parallel foot pursuit tactics?

During a foot pursuit, officers should avoid separating and remain alert for potential ambush.

What information should officers broadcast during the initial radio broadcast of a foot pursuit?

Why are officers discouraged from communicating regularly in simplex mode during a foot pursuit?

What should officers do when rounding a corner or reaching the end of a fence during a foot pursuit?

What factors influence an officer's decision to operate in apprehension mode or containment mode during a foot pursuit?

What force can an officer use to effect a detention, effect an arrest, overcome resistance, or prevent escape during a foot pursuit?

Which of the following situations would NOT be considered separation?

What is the purpose of separation in law enforcement?

Under what circumstances can partner officers separate?

What is the main reason for partner officers to not separate?

When can partner officers separate even if there is no containment mode?

What is the purpose of setting up a perimeter in containment mode?

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