Police Pursuit Protocol

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What is the first action an officer takes after deciding to pursue a fleeing person?

Notify Communications of the pursuit (correct)

Engage in the pursuit immediately

Keep Communications informed of the location and speed

Broadcast a lookout for the fleeing person

What is the proper procedure for officers when a pursuit is discontinued?

Continue driving at high speed until backup arrives

Deactivate emergency equipment, acknowledge on the radio, and resume routine patrol (correct)

Remain at the scene of pursuit indefinitely

Maintain high speed until reprimanded by the pursuit supervisor

When can officers pursue fleeing persons outside of Charles County without needing supervisory approval?

For any felony offense

Only for violent felonies (correct)

For any crime in progress

After crossing into another county

What information is included in the lookout broadcast by the primary pursuit unit?

Details about the person(s) being pursued and vehicle description Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the secondary unit once it engages in a pursuit?

Keep Communications informed of location and speed Signup and view all the answers

Who can authorize a pursuit to continue into another county for offenses other than a violent felony?

Shift commander or pursuit supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What must happen when individuals arrested in other Maryland counties are to be returned to Charles County?

Senior officer evaluation and approval if it won't jeopardize the Charles County case Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario are radio transmissions from units other than primary or secondary units kept at a minimum?

When units are in close proximity to each other Signup and view all the answers

What is the general rule for units involved in a pursuit passing each other?

Not pass each other except for specific planned purposes Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances must a person arrested in another state be taken before a judicial officer?

All cases related to arrests in other states Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after a person arrested in another state has been taken before a judicial officer?

Immediate extradition procedures to Charles County Signup and view all the answers

Why do units in close proximity attempt to use different siren modes?

To distinguish themselves from other close units Signup and view all the answers

What is the main requirement for the coordination of a pass between units?

Verbal coordination over the radio Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vehicle may be used in a pursuit based on the requirements outlined in the text?

Truck chassis and SUV style vehicles meeting emergency vehicle criteria Signup and view all the answers

What should units not assigned a primary or secondary role in a pursuit do as it nears their location?

Inform Communications of their positioning Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended course of action for units attempting to assist in a pursuit moving away from them?

Respond reasonably to lend assistance if possible or be in a tactical position Signup and view all the answers

When is it permissible to operate a vehicle containing a non-employee passenger in a high-speed manner during a pursuit?

In extreme circumstances with written explanation of those circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What must an officer do when involved in a pursuit?

Activate emergency lights and siren Signup and view all the answers

In what situation can Agency motorcycles or truck chassis type vehicles not routinely used for patrol purposes be used in a pursuit?

In life-threatening circumstances with immediate reporting to the Sheriff Signup and view all the answers

What should officers driving vehicles pulling trailers or other equipment refrain from doing during a pursuit?

Entering the pursuit route Signup and view all the answers

What action does the pursuit supervisor take after convening a meeting to conduct a critique of a pursuit?

Documents any policy or procedure violations and recommendations for training. Signup and view all the answers

In what software is the pursuit report submitted if the Blue Team Internal Affairs software is inoperable?

OPR Signup and view all the answers

What additional step may be taken by the Patrol Commander to understand and evaluate a pursuit under certain circumstances?

Designate an employee to write a formal report to be attached to the Blue Team report. Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the formal report written after reviewing videos or holding a formal conference on a pursuit?

Attached to the Blue Team report for consideration in annual evaluations. Signup and view all the answers

When is it permissible for Agency motorcycles or truck chassis type vehicles not routinely used for patrol purposes to engage in a pursuit?

When engaged in pursuits alongside regular patrol vehicles. Signup and view all the answers