Opportunity and Imminent Jeopardy in Law Enforcement
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According to the text, what is the policy of the department regarding the use of force?

  • The department does not use force at all.
  • The department uses force as a first resort.
  • The department places minimal reliance on the use of force. (correct)
  • The department relies heavily on the use of force.

    • What is the commitment of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department according to the text?

  • To protect people, their property, and rights.
  • To use force as a last resort.
  • To provide the best in public safety and service.
  • To hold the highest regard for the dignity and liberty of all persons. (correct)

    • According to the text, what is the level of control for Empty Hand Tactics that is likely to cause death or substantial bodily injury?

  • Intermediate Level Force
  • Deadly Force (correct)
  • Low Level Force
  • Handcuffs/Hobbles/DSD Specialty Restraints

    • According to the text, what is the approved use for handcuffs?

    <p>To minimize the risk of injury to officers and others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the level of control for Handcuffs/Hobbles/DSD Specialty Restraints that is considered Intermediate Force?

    <p>Intermediate Level Force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what are the three factors that determine if an officer can use deadly force?

    <p>Opportunity, Imminent Jeopardy, Preclusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what are the general rules for the use of force tools and techniques?

    <p>Only department-approved weapons and trained techniques should be used</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is prohibited in the use of force techniques?

    <p>Chokeholds and techniques that restrict the flow of air or blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should officers do to effectively de-escalate situations?

    <p>Use advisements, warnings, and verbal persuasion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, which of the following is an example of obstructive behavior?

    <p>A subject holding onto a fixed object during a protest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which level of control is intended to balance against a subject who is compliant or obstructive and is neither likely nor intended to cause injury?

    <p>Low Level Force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, which level of control includes the use of baton, impact tools, and oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray?

    <p>Intermediate Force</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the use of deadly force, which element must be articulated by the officer?

    <p>Ability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, when should an officer intervene to prevent the use of unreasonable force?

    <p>Regardless of rank, when in a safe position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should an officer do if they observe a supervisor using unjustified force?

    <p>Report it to the next level of supervision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, when should an officer summon medical attention after applying a use of force option?

    <p>Only if there are observable signs or complaints of injury or difficulty in breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, how should officers restrain handcuffed subjects to ensure their ability to breathe?

    <p>Place them in a recovery or seated position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the definition of de-escalation?

    <p>The reduction of danger through the use of verbal persuasion and tactics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the objective standard of force, as stated in the text?

    <p>The perspective of a reasonable officer based on the totality of the circumstances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, when are officers legally authorized to use deadly force to effect an arrest?

    <p>To prevent the escape of a fleeing felon who has committed a violent felony crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of officers reassessing their response and adjusting any use of force in a confrontation?

    <p>To gain control of a subject and transition into a custody phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, the reasonableness of a particular use of force must be judged from the perspective of

    <p>The officer involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, which of the following factors affect the reasonableness of the force used by an officer?

    <p>The severity of the crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, when should officers attempt to de-escalate confrontations?

    <p>When reasonable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should officers consider as options to help create time to diffuse a situation?

    <p>Using cover, building more distance, or withdrawal to a more tactically secure position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Use of Force Policy

    • The department maintains a strict policy on the use of force, emphasizing that it must be reasonable and necessary.
    • Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is committed to safeguarding life and protecting the public while upholding citizens' rights and values.

    Control and Restraint Techniques

    • Empty Hand Tactics that could potentially result in death or substantial bodily injury require a high level of control.
    • Handcuffs are approved for restraining subjects to ensure safety and compliance during detainment.
    • Handcuffs, hobbles, and DSD specialty restraints are classified as Intermediate Force when used to gain control of a resisting subject.

    Deadly Force Determination

    • Three critical factors for using deadly force include:
      • Immediate threat to the officer or others.
      • Ability of the subject to cause harm.
      • Imminent danger that justifies the necessity of using deadly force.

    Rules for Use of Force

    • General rules dictate that force tools and techniques must only be used in proportion to the threat level.
    • Certain techniques, such as chokeholds or strikes to vital areas, are strictly prohibited.

    De-escalation and Intervention

    • Officers are instructed to employ de-escalation tactics to minimize conflict and promote peaceful resolution.
    • Examples of obstructive behavior include any actions that prevent officers from performing their duties.

    Control Levels

    • The level of control designed to counter compliant or obstructive subjects, unlikely to inflict harm, is categorized as Low Level Control.
    • Intermediate Control includes the usage of batons, impact tools, and OC spray to manage resistant subjects.

    Officer Conduct and Accountability

    • Officers must clearly articulate the justification for using deadly force during an incident.
    • An officer should intervene against unreasonable force and report any observed unjustified force by a supervisor.

    Medical Attention and Restraint

    • Medical attention should be summoned immediately after any use of force, especially if the subject shows signs of distress.
    • When restraining handcuffed individuals, officers should ensure that they are positioned to allow normal breathing.

    Definitions and Standards

    • De-escalation is defined as the process of reducing the intensity of a confrontation.
    • Objective standard of force refers to the assessment of reasonableness based on the circumstances faced by the officer rather than hindsight.
    • Officers are authorized to use deadly force to effect an arrest only under circumstances where it's necessary to prevent serious injury or death.

    Adjusting Force Responses

    • Officers are urged to regularly reassess their approaches and adapt their use of force based on evolving situations to ensure appropriateness.

    Reasonableness Factors

    • The reasonableness of force applied must be evaluated from the perspective of an average officer in the same situation.
    • Factors affecting the reasonableness of force include subject behavior, threat level, officer's perception of risk, and surrounding circumstances.

    De-escalation Timing and Options

    • Officers should seek to de-escalate confrontations whenever possible, especially when the situation allows for a peaceful resolution.
    • Options to facilitate de-escalation may include creating time, utilizing communication, and exploring alternatives to force.

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