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What is the primary focus of the Miami Police Department's pursuit policy?
What is the primary focus of the Miami Police Department's pursuit policy?
- Encouraging high-speed chases
- Ensuring officer safety and public safety (correct)
- Apprehending all traffic violators
- Maximizing the number of arrests
Which type of offenders are officers authorized to pursue according to the Miami Police Department's policy?
Which type of offenders are officers authorized to pursue according to the Miami Police Department's policy?
- Violent felony offenders (correct)
- Misdemeanants
- Traffic law violators
- Nonviolent felony offenders
What defines a 'vehicle pursuit' according to the policy?
What defines a 'vehicle pursuit' according to the policy?
- Chasing a vehicle while using lights and sirens only
- Following a suspect without any legal grounds
- Apprehending any moving vehicle regardless of the offense
- An attempt to apprehend a vehicle with a fleeing driver using increased speed (correct)
Which of the following is prohibited during the pursuit of nonviolent offenders?
Which of the following is prohibited during the pursuit of nonviolent offenders?
Who in the Miami Police Department is the pursuit policy applicable to?
Who in the Miami Police Department is the pursuit policy applicable to?
Under what condition can a suspect's driving behavior be used to justify the continuation of a pursuit?
Under what condition can a suspect's driving behavior be used to justify the continuation of a pursuit?
What is the overall stance of the Miami Police Department regarding violent felony offenders?
What is the overall stance of the Miami Police Department regarding violent felony offenders?
What is the significance of Section 7.8 on pursuit roadblocks?
What is the significance of Section 7.8 on pursuit roadblocks?
What constitutes a violent felony?
What constitutes a violent felony?
Which crime listed does NOT fall under a violent felony?
Which crime listed does NOT fall under a violent felony?
Under what condition can a police officer pursue a suspect using a motor vehicle as a deadly weapon?
Under what condition can a police officer pursue a suspect using a motor vehicle as a deadly weapon?
What does the term 'fresh/hot pursuit' refer to?
What does the term 'fresh/hot pursuit' refer to?
What is required for vehicles engaging in a police pursuit?
What is required for vehicles engaging in a police pursuit?
What must be considered before initiating a police pursuit?
What must be considered before initiating a police pursuit?
Which factor is NOT relevant in determining whether to engage in a pursuit?
Which factor is NOT relevant in determining whether to engage in a pursuit?
What should officers do if the risks of a pursuit exceed the danger of letting a suspect escape?
What should officers do if the risks of a pursuit exceed the danger of letting a suspect escape?
What is the primary restriction on officers when pursuing a fleeing vehicle?
What is the primary restriction on officers when pursuing a fleeing vehicle?
During a pursuit, how many police vehicles are allowed to participate under normal circumstances?
During a pursuit, how many police vehicles are allowed to participate under normal circumstances?
Which of the following actions is prohibited during a vehicle pursuit?
Which of the following actions is prohibited during a vehicle pursuit?
What must officers do if a fleeing vehicle stops and the occupants exit on foot?
What must officers do if a fleeing vehicle stops and the occupants exit on foot?
What is the general rule regarding the use of personal vehicles in pursuits?
What is the general rule regarding the use of personal vehicles in pursuits?
How must officers operate a police vehicle during a pursuit regarding traffic regulations?
How must officers operate a police vehicle during a pursuit regarding traffic regulations?
When using audible and emergency signal devices during a pursuit, which of the following is true?
When using audible and emergency signal devices during a pursuit, which of the following is true?
What is a critical safety consideration for officers in pursuit situations?
What is a critical safety consideration for officers in pursuit situations?
What is the primary condition for using pursuit roadblocks?
What is the primary condition for using pursuit roadblocks?
Which of the following is NOT one of the procedures to be followed when establishing a roadblock?
Which of the following is NOT one of the procedures to be followed when establishing a roadblock?
What should be avoided when positioning stationary roadblocks?
What should be avoided when positioning stationary roadblocks?
Who must be present at the roadblock scene?
Who must be present at the roadblock scene?
What is the first action to take when a roadblock is deemed necessary?
What is the first action to take when a roadblock is deemed necessary?
Which safety measure is specifically emphasized for pursuit roadblocks?
Which safety measure is specifically emphasized for pursuit roadblocks?
What action should be taken when the goals of the roadblock are accomplished?
What action should be taken when the goals of the roadblock are accomplished?
What restrictions apply regarding the use of lights during a roadblock?
What restrictions apply regarding the use of lights during a roadblock?
What information must be included in the initial communication when initiating a pursuit?
What information must be included in the initial communication when initiating a pursuit?
What is the primary responsibility of the secondary unit during an active pursuit?
What is the primary responsibility of the secondary unit during an active pursuit?
In the absence of the pursuing officer's immediate supervisor, who assumes control of the pursuit?
In the absence of the pursuing officer's immediate supervisor, who assumes control of the pursuit?
What must the supervisor continuously monitor during a pursuit?
What must the supervisor continuously monitor during a pursuit?
What action must be taken if a pursuit is determined not to comply with department policy?
What action must be taken if a pursuit is determined not to comply with department policy?
What role does the primary commander assume when responding to a pursuit on the radio?
What role does the primary commander assume when responding to a pursuit on the radio?
What are the support units NOT responsible for during a pursuit?
What are the support units NOT responsible for during a pursuit?
What must be included in the initial pursuit communication regarding occupants?
What must be included in the initial pursuit communication regarding occupants?
Which responsibility falls on the supervisor regarding pursuit termination?
Which responsibility falls on the supervisor regarding pursuit termination?
What is a key factor that a supervisor evaluates during a pursuit?
What is a key factor that a supervisor evaluates during a pursuit?
Who is responsible for notifying affected districts of an inter-jurisdictional pursuit entering the City of Miami?
Who is responsible for notifying affected districts of an inter-jurisdictional pursuit entering the City of Miami?
What must occur before officers become involved in an inter-jurisdictional pursuit?
What must occur before officers become involved in an inter-jurisdictional pursuit?
What is the rule regarding caravans during a pursuit?
What is the rule regarding caravans during a pursuit?
Which units are allowed to make radio transmissions during a pursuit?
Which units are allowed to make radio transmissions during a pursuit?
What happens immediately after the Division Chief of FOD receives the initial pursuit report?
What happens immediately after the Division Chief of FOD receives the initial pursuit report?
When is the annual analysis of all police pursuits due to the Chief of Police?
When is the annual analysis of all police pursuits due to the Chief of Police?
Under what condition can a police vehicle without emergency equipment engage in a pursuit?
Under what condition can a police vehicle without emergency equipment engage in a pursuit?
What is required if an unmarked vehicle encounters a situation that meets pursuit policy criteria?
What is required if an unmarked vehicle encounters a situation that meets pursuit policy criteria?
What crucial elements must be included in the Vehicular Pursuit Report package?
What crucial elements must be included in the Vehicular Pursuit Report package?
Which entity is responsible for conducting the annual analysis of police pursuits?
Which entity is responsible for conducting the annual analysis of police pursuits?
What is required before implementing vehicle containment tactics?
What is required before implementing vehicle containment tactics?
Under which condition should a pursuit be immediately terminated?
Under which condition should a pursuit be immediately terminated?
What environmental factor could lead to the termination of a pursuit?
What environmental factor could lead to the termination of a pursuit?
Who is responsible for terminating a chase when radio communications become impaired?
Who is responsible for terminating a chase when radio communications become impaired?
What should occur when a fleeing vehicle is under surveillance by an air unit?
What should occur when a fleeing vehicle is under surveillance by an air unit?
What action should a Miami police officer take when pursuing a vehicle into another jurisdiction?
What action should a Miami police officer take when pursuing a vehicle into another jurisdiction?
What happens if the commanding officer does not terminate the chase despite impairing communications?
What happens if the commanding officer does not terminate the chase despite impairing communications?
Which condition requires vehicle containment tactics to be implemented?
Which condition requires vehicle containment tactics to be implemented?
What type of report is required after utilizing vehicle containment tactics?
What type of report is required after utilizing vehicle containment tactics?
What is an important factor to consider during a pursuit regarding the officer's vehicle?
What is an important factor to consider during a pursuit regarding the officer's vehicle?
What is the maximum speed an emergency vehicle should exceed under normal circumstances?
What is the maximum speed an emergency vehicle should exceed under normal circumstances?
In what situation are officers allowed to respond with activated emergency equipment?
In what situation are officers allowed to respond with activated emergency equipment?
What must officers do when approaching a controlled intersection while responding to an emergency call?
What must officers do when approaching a controlled intersection while responding to an emergency call?
What is a routine response defined as?
What is a routine response defined as?
Which of the following actions is prohibited regarding civilian vehicles during medical emergencies?
Which of the following actions is prohibited regarding civilian vehicles during medical emergencies?
Who is responsible for coordinating routine escorts of dignitaries or oversized vehicles?
Who is responsible for coordinating routine escorts of dignitaries or oversized vehicles?
What degree of care should the driver of an emergency vehicle exercise?
What degree of care should the driver of an emergency vehicle exercise?
During a routine response, police personnel must adhere to what?
During a routine response, police personnel must adhere to what?
Study Notes
Vehicle Pursuit Driving and Police Vehicle Operation Policy Overview
- Miami Police Department pursues only fleeing violent felony offenders to ensure public safety; other pursuits are prohibited.
- Policy is applicable to all sworn departmental employees, not just the Patrol Section.
Definitions
- Vehicle Pursuit: Active attempt by police to apprehend suspects in a moving vehicle resisting arrest through increased speed or evasive actions.
- Violent Felony: Includes serious crimes such as murder, robbery, aggravated assault, and carjacking that pose a threat of serious injury.
- Emergency Equipment: Authorized vehicles must have sirens, overhead lights, and use high beam headlights while pursuing.
Pursuit Authorization and Procedures
- Pursuits require specific criteria to be met; officers must assess risks to themselves and the public.
- Key factors include seriousness of the crime, traffic conditions, weather, and suspect identity.
- Immediate communication with Communications is required to report pursuit details like location and vehicle description.
Pursuit Guidelines
- Officers must maintain a safe distance and spacing; ramming or aggressive maneuvers are prohibited unless deadly force is warranted.
- Pursuits limited to two police vehicles unless directed otherwise by a supervisor.
- Officers are responsible for terminating a pursuit if it does not comply with policy or becomes hazardous.
Roadblocks and Vehicle Containment
- Roadblocks should only be used as a last resort and must be directed by a commanding officer.
- Proper safety procedures and communication are essential during roadblock implementation.
- Vehicle containment tactics involve three or more authorized vehicles to restrict movement of a suspect without immediate danger to civilians.
Termination of Pursuit
- Pursuits must be immediately stopped if the nature of the offense changes or when public safety is compromised.
- Factors leading to termination include loss of visual contact, supervisory directives, or severe danger posed by pursuing conditions.
Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits
- MIami Police must communicate with other jurisdictions during pursuits and can continue pursuit until they can hand off to local authorities.
- Officers should not engage in inter-jurisdictional pursuits unless requested for assistance or if they meet department guidelines.
Radio Communication Protocol
- Only primary units and supervisors should transmit during pursuits; off-frequency communications are prohibited.
Review and Analysis
- Pursuit incidents require documentation and will undergo a detailed review by chain of command to assess adherence to policies.
- Annual analysis of police pursuits is conducted to evaluate policies and training needs.
Use of Specialized Vehicles
- Pursuits cannot be conducted using unmarked vehicles or those not equipped for emergency response to ensure public safety.### Emergency Vehicle Operation
- Speed should remain within 15 MPH over the posted limit unless safe to exceed due to the situation's severity.
- Emergency vehicles must not be operated unreasonably or unsafely during emergency assignments or pursuits.
- Drivers are required to exercise care to avoid imposing unreasonable risk of harm to others while operating emergency vehicles.
- Slowing down at intersections is crucial to maintain safe control, particularly when traffic control devices or stop signs are present.
- Only dispatched officers to emergency calls may respond with activated emergency equipment, and self-assignment to calls is prohibited unless permission is granted.
- Officers must reduce speed when approaching controlled intersections or navigating traffic congestion, ensuring the right of way is given to police vehicles before proceeding.
Routine Response
- Routine responses involve driving without activating emergency equipment for non-life-threatening situations requiring standard measures.
- Officers must follow normal traffic rules and signals while responding to routine calls.
Escorts
- Providing emergency escorts for civilian vehicles during medical emergencies is prohibited for officers.
- Coordination for routine escorts (e.g., public officials, dignitaries, funerals) must be managed by the Traffic Unit commander or designee.
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Test your knowledge on the Miami Police Department's pursuit policy. This quiz covers parameters defining vehicle pursuits, the types of offenders that officers can chase, and specific rules related to nonviolent pursuits. Learn about the nuances of the policy and its implications for law enforcement officers in Miami.
