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A peace officer may use deadly force to stop a person who committed a traffic violation.
False
A peace officer may use force, including deadly force when necessary to protect:
Anyone including him or herself
A peace officer may _________ fire a weapon at a fleeing traffic violator for the purpose of marking or disabling the vehicle.
never
A peace officer may use force to prevent the escape of an individual who has committed a crime of violence and has now indicated that he will endanger another human life unless apprehended without delay.
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Deadly force may be justified to prevent the escape of a person if that person is attempting to escape with the use of a deadly weapon.
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Citizens by their own actions may forfeit or otherwise give up any right of self-defense.
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A peace officer may use deadly force to prevent the escape of a person:
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A peace officer may use deadly force to prevent the escape of any person.
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Peace officers cannot be held civilly or criminally responsible for the misuse of their duty weapon.
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While attempting to complete an arrest, if resistance is met, a peace officer may use only limited force.
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Peace officers may use force to complete an arrest, but that force is limited to:
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An individual indicates he will not allow himself to be arrested on a traffic offense and pulls out a knife and attacks the officer. The officer should:
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A North Dakota peace officer may use deadly force to complete the arrest or prevent the escape of any person who has committed any felony.
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How often, according to POST Board Administrative Rules, are North Dakota peace officers required to qualify with their duty weapons?
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In order to meet the minimum requirements for POST Board certification with a sidearm, a shooter must fire a minimum score of:
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A peace officer is not justified in using more force than is necessary and appropriate under any circumstances.
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A peace officer may be justified in the use of deadly force to prevent escape if the individual is attempting to escape by the use of a deadly weapon.
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"Deadly force" means force which a person uses with the intent of causing, or which the person knows creates a substantial risk of causing, death or serious bodily injury.
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"Force" means physical action, threat, or menace against another, and includes confinement.
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Any person may resist force if the force applied is excessive force including excessive force used by a peace officer when making an arrest.
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A peace officer may carry a department issued duty weapon at anytime while on or off duty if authorized by department policy.
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"Serious bodily injury" means bodily injury that creates a substantial risk of death or which causes serious permanent disfigurement, unconsciousness, extreme pain, permanent loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ, a bone fracture, or impediment of air flow or blood flow to the brain or lungs.
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A threat to cause death or serious bodily injury, by the production of a weapon or otherwise, so long as the actor's intent is limited to creating an apprehension that he will use deadly force if necessary, does not constitute deadly force.
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You cannot legally own a firearm if you have been convicted of shoplifting (B Misdemeanor)
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Which amendment gives citizens the right to bear arms?
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A citizen can carry a firearm at a school event with a valid concealed carry weapons permit.
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In order to be eligible for ND Constitutional Carry, individuals must have been a ND resident for at least:
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Discharge of a firearm within city limits is what level of offense?
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Misrepresentation of age is what level of offense?
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Minor in consumption or possession is what level of offense?
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An individual is not 21 until 8am on that individual's 21st birthday?
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A Licensed premise cannot dispense alcohol between _____ and _____ on Christmas day?
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It is illegal for a licensed premise to dispense alcohol after _____ on Christmas eve and after _____ on Thanksgiving day?
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On Sundays a license premise must not dispense alcohol between the hours of 2am and _____?
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A person is seized if you limit their freedom of movement.
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You cannot arrest a suspect unless you have proof beyond a reasonable doubt they committed a crime.
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An officer may order a driver out of his vehicle during a traffic stop.
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Curtilage is the area around a dwelling in which the resident has a reasonable expectation of privacy?
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You must provide Miranda warnings to suspects if you have them in custody and are interrogating them.
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What level of offense is aggravated reckless driving?
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How many passengers does a motor vehicle need to be designed for to be considered a bus?
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Driver means every person who drives or is in actual physical control of a vehicle?
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Which of the following is not required equipment on a snowmobile?
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It is presumed that the registered owner of a vehicle that was operated in violation of 39-10-46 (overtaking and passing school bus) permitted the violation?
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An arresting officer in a radar speeding violation arrest must have witnessed the recording of such vehicle.
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Passenger cars need to display only one license plate.
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A person with a valid North Dakota driver's license is allowed one valid license from another state.
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Under chapter 39-07, a bicycle or ridden animal is deemed to be a vehicle.
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Under 39-08-01 N.D.C.C., a person may not drive with an alcohol concentration of .08 or greater at the time of the performance if the chemical test was taken within two hours of driving.
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What level of offense is driving without liability insurance?
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No vehicle should pass left of center within _____ how many feet of an intersection?
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Vehicles entering the freeway from an on-ramp must yield the right-of-way.
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Reportable accidents are when there is a death, injury or property damage of $____.
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A person under the age of 18 is not required to wear a helmet when operating a snowmobile on a park trail.
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A maximum bumper height of a modified motor vehicle is how many inches?
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The speed limit is _____ when passing a school during school recess?
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A person who drives their vehicle recklessly in disregard of the rights or safety of others is guilty of:
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The speed limit within a business or residential district is what speed unless otherwise posted?
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The fine for an open container inside a motor vehicle is what?
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For purposes of chapter 39-06 (operators licenses) A person shall be deemed a resident of this state when the person has lived here for:
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Fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer while driving a motor vehicle is a: (1st Offense)
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North Dakota license plates on passenger vehicles shall be displayed on:
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A person halted for the following offense may not be entitled to release upon promise to appear:
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No person shall operate a motorcycle without wearing protective headgear when that person is under?
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After ___ hours, a motor vehicle on public property is deemed abandoned.
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Study Notes
Use of Force by Peace Officers
- Deadly force is not justified for mere traffic violations.
- Deadly force may be justified if a peace officer faces potential serious bodily injury.
- Officers can use force to protect themselves or others.
- Officers must never fire at fleeing traffic violators for marking or disabling vehicles.
Justifications for Deadly Force
- Use of force is appropriate to prevent escape of individuals who may cause harm.
- Deadly force can be used against individuals attempting to escape with deadly weapons.
- A peace officer may not use deadly force indiscriminately to prevent escape.
Rights and Responsibilities
- Citizens may lose self-defense rights due to their actions.
- Misuse of duty weapons may hold peace officers liable both civilly and criminally.
- Officers can use whatever force is necessary to complete arrests, not limited force.
Qualifications and Training
- North Dakota peace officers must qualify with their duty weapons annually.
- Minimum passing score for certification with a sidearm is 70%.
Definitions and Legal Concepts
- "Deadly force" is force intended to cause serious harm or death.
- "Serious bodily injury" includes risks like disfigurement or impairment of bodily functions.
- Excessive force can be resisted by any person, including excessive actions by officers.
Firearms Regulations
- All citizens can own a firearm unless convicted of specific felonies.
- The 2nd Amendment protects the right to bear arms.
- Citizens cannot carry firearms at school events without proper permits.
Alcohol-related Offenses
- Dispensing alcohol is restricted on specific holidays and Sundays.
- Misrepresentation of age and minor consumption are classified as specific misdemeanors and infractions.
Traffic Laws and Offenses
- Reckless driving incurs serious penalties, including Class A misdemeanors.
- Certain traffic violations require proof beyond reasonable doubt for arrest.
- The speed limit when passing schools during recess is 20 mph.
Vehicle Regulations
- Specific equipment is required on vehicles, including license plate display requirements.
- Abandoned vehicles are defined as such after being on public property for 48 hours.
- Reportable accidents involve damage exceeding $4,000.
Miscellaneous Regulations
- Public intoxication is not a prosecutable offense in North Dakota.
- Motorcycle riders under 18 must wear protective headgear.
Miscellaneous Traffic Considerations
- North Dakota law states that offensive traffic behavior can lead to arrest without prior proof of crime.
- Upon approaching an intersection, vehicles must not pass left of center within 100 feet.
- Open container violations within vehicles are subject to fines of $50.
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