72 Questions
What did the firearms training instructor emphasize as the first rule of police work?
Ensuring everyone goes home at night
What did the instructor mean to communicate by stating 'You do whatever it takes to go home'?
Prioritizing personal safety and survival
What was the main message conveyed by the instructor's statement 'You kill him' when someone pulls a gun on you?
Using deadly force when faced with a lethal threat
What did the instructor ultimately aim to convey by his statements during firearms training?
The transformation from civilians to police officers and the gravity of their responsibilities
What did the auxiliary officer describe as the steps to take during a confrontation with an armed individual?
Pull gun, dive for cover, call for backup, and wait for backup to arrive
What did the full-time officer do when he heard the word 'knife' from the husband during the argument?
Drew his gun
How did the auxiliary officer describe his approach if he were in a similar situation involving gang members during a traffic stop?
Blocked their path and later circled around to disarm them
What did the auxiliary officer use during a computerized firearms training simulator (FATS) session?
Locked his weapon outside before entering the room
What was the reason behind the full-time officer convincing the couple not to file charges during their argument over child custody?
The woman was drunk and less sympathetic as conversation went on
What did the auxiliary officer do when talk failed during police work?
Physical control was necessary
What was the auxiliary officer's first arrest related to?
A couple arguing over child custody with one party accused of assault
How did the full-time officer describe himself when confronting gang members during a traffic stop?
A 'mean mother-f****r' and a changed person
What did the auxiliary officer do before entering a room for using a computerized firearms training simulator (FATS)?
Locked his weapon outside before entering the room
What did police work often involve according to the text?
Talk, but when talk fails, physical control is necessary
What would the auxiliary officer have used in a similar situation involving confrontation with gang members during a traffic stop?
Baton and circled around to disarm them
In the simulated scenario at the drive-up banking facility, what happens after the offender puts his gun to the driver’s head?
The offender fires and kills the hostage
In the convenience store scenario, what does the officer do after yelling 'Police, drop the gun'?
The officer waits for the offender to surrender
What does one of the instructors say to console the officer after the convenience store scenario?
'Judgment call, judgment call'
How did the officer feel after the unfortunate incident at the convenience store?
Disheartened and regretful
What is one of Kraska and his colleagues' findings about police officers' use of force?
'Police rarely use force'
How does Kraska and his colleagues view physical force as a tool for police officers?
Physical force is one of many tools available to officers
After how many times did the officer feel he got better at making 'the right call' during simulation sessions?
Every time
What did the officer think about his own actions in hindsight after both scenarios?
'I was too soft'
What was significant about the first day of firearms training for this particular officer?
He was unsure if he could take a life
According to Kraska and his colleagues, when does physical force become necessary for an officer?
'If all else fails'
How did the officer feel about his role after completing the computer session?
'He now felt that he was a cop'
What happens when an individual refuses to comply with a police order according to Kraska and his colleagues?
'If all else fails'
What did the firearms training simulator involve?
Simulated scenarios with a projected screen and a weapon tied to the computer
What was the outcome when the offender in the first scenario did not respond to commands and fired, killing the hostage?
The officer fired, hit the car door, and the offender escaped
What was the officer's reaction after the second scenario involving an armed individual?
He felt disconsolate and regretted not taking more decisive action
What did one of the instructors try to console the officer with after the second scenario?
'Judgment call, judgment call.'
What did Kraska and his colleagues find about the use of force by police officers?
It is distasteful but rarely used.
According to Kraska and his colleagues, what must an officer do when an individual refuses to comply with a police order?
Try verbal negotiation before resorting to physical force.
What did one of the instructors emphasize as one of the tools available to an officer when facing resistance?
Verbal de-escalation techniques.
What was described as 'the tool that must be used' if all else fails according to Kraska and his colleagues?
Physical force
What was described as 'distasteful' but sometimes necessary by Kraska and his colleagues?
Use of force by police officers
What did Kraska and his colleagues state about physical force as a tool for officers?
It is one of several tools available but should be used as a last resort.
How did Kraska and his colleagues view police officers' use of physical force?
As a critical option when dealing with resistance.
What was the main feeling of the officer after the unfortunate incident at the convenience store?
Disappointment and self-blame
What did one of the instructors say to console the officer after the convenience store scenario?
'Judgment call, judgment call.'
What did the firearms training instructor emphasize as the first rule of police work?
'You do whatever it takes to go home.'
How did the officer feel about his role after completing the computer session?
Disconsolate and self-critical
What was significant about the first day of firearms training for this particular officer?
He raised his hand when asked if there was anyone who was not sure he could take a life.
What did Kraska and his colleagues find about police officers' use of force?
They find it distasteful but necessary in some situations.
What happens when an individual refuses to comply with a police order according to Kraska and his colleagues?
The officer must use physical force as a last resort.
What was one of Kraska and his colleagues' findings about police officers' use of force?
Physical force is rarely used by police officers.
What did one of the instructors ultimately aim to convey by his statements during firearms training?
'You do whatever it takes to go home'
What did police work often involve according to the text?
Making judgment calls in ambiguous situations
What did an instructor mean to communicate by stating 'You kill him' when someone pulls a gun on you?
Use lethal force if necessary for self-defense
What did the firearms training instructor emphasize as the first rule of police work?
Ensuring everyone goes home at night
What did the firearms training instructor mean to communicate by stating 'You kill him' when someone pulls a gun on you?
Officers may have to use deadly force if necessary
What was significant about the first day of firearms training for the new auxiliary officers?
Introduction to the use of deadly force
What did the firearms training instructor emphasize as the second rule of police work?
Doing whatever it takes to go home
What did the officer feel after the unfortunate incident at the convenience store?
Disconsolate and regretful
What was one of Kraska and his colleagues' findings about police officers' use of force?
It is distasteful but rarely used
What did one of the instructors emphasize as one of the tools available to an officer when facing resistance?
Negotiation and communication
What does Kraska and his colleagues view physical force as for police officers?
'The tool that must be used' if all else fails
What was significant about the first day of firearms training for this particular officer?
'He felt that he could take a life'
What did one of the instructors ultimately aim to convey by his statements during firearms training?
'You do whatever it takes to go home'
What did an instructor mean to communicate by stating 'You kill him' when someone pulls a gun on you?
'Always shoot to kill'
What was described as 'distasteful' but sometimes necessary by Kraska and his colleagues?
'Physical force'
What happens when an individual refuses to comply with a police order according to Kraska and his colleagues?
The officer must overcome that resistance using various tools available
What did the full-time officer do when the husband mentioned his wife had a knife?
Drew his gun
In response to a report of a fight, what did the full-time officer convince the couple to do?
Not file charges
What did the auxiliary officer do during a traffic stop involving gang members?
Confronted them and blocked their path
What did the officers do before entering the firearms training room?
Locked their weapons outside
What were the steps described by the auxiliary officer during a confrontation with an armed individual?
Pull your gun, dive for cover, call for backup, and wait
What did the officers do when responding to a report of a fight involving an assault by an ex-wife?
Convinced the couple not to file charges
What was an action taken by the officers during their first arrest related to occupants not paying for gas?
Arrested driver and separated occupants
What did police work involve according to the information provided?
Talk and physical control when communication fails
In what situation would the auxiliary officer have used a baton instead of drawing his gun?
When faced with gang members during a traffic stop
What were the actions taken by officers in response to a report of a fight involving an assault by an ex-wife who was drunk?
Convinced the couple not to file charges
Study Notes
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Auxiliary officer described the steps to take during a confrontation with a armed individual: pull gun, dive for cover, call for backup, and wait for backup to arrive.
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Police work often involves talk, but when talk fails, physical control is necessary.
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Auxiliary officer's first arrest involved a couple arguing over child custody, with one party accused of assault.
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Woman was drunk and less sympathetic as conversation went on, full-time officer convinced them not to file charges.
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Full-time officer drew his gun when he heard the word "knife" from husband, but it was a false alarm.
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Auxiliary officer would have used baton in similar situation and circled around to disarm the person.
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A few months later, auxiliary officer confronted gang members during a traffic stop and blocked their path, later describing himself as a "mean mother-fucker" and a changed person.
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Auxiliary officer described using a computerized firearms training simulator (FATS) and locking his weapon outside before entering the room.
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Auxiliary officer explains the steps to take when faced with a gun: pull your gun, dive for cover, call for backup, and wait.
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Police work involves talk, but when communication fails, physical control is necessary.
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Auxiliary officer describes his first arrest: kids did not pay for gas, officers caught them, separated occupants, searched vehicle, and arrested driver.
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Officers respond to a report of a fight: woman reports ex-wife assaulted her, but she was drunk and less sympathetic, full-time officer convinces couple not to file charges and pick up children instead.
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Full-time officer draws his gun when husband mentions wife has a knife, auxiliary officer would have used baton instead.
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Auxiliary officer confronts gang members during a traffic stop, blocks their path, and stares them down.
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Officers lock their weapons outside firearms training room, given plastic gun tied to computer for simulation.
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Auxiliary officer's first arrest: occupants did not pay for gas, arrested driver, separated occupants, searched vehicle.
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Officers respond to a report of a fight: woman reports ex-wife assaulted her, but she was drunk, full-time officer convinces couple not to file charges.
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Full-time officer draws his gun when husband mentions wife has a knife, auxiliary officer would have used baton instead.
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Traffic stop: auxiliary officer confronts gang members, blocks their path, and stares them down.
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Firearms training: officers lock weapons outside, given plastic gun for simulation.
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