Prohibited Actions of Deputies in Pursuits

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What action is prohibited for deputies while driving during a pursuit?

Exceeding the speed limit

Driving on the wrong side of a controlled access highway

Caravanning (correct)

Driving parallel to each other

Which vehicles are not allowed to engage in pursuits according to the text?

Police motorcycles (correct)

Police cars

All police vehicles are allowed to engage

All-terrain vehicles

What is the responsibility of the deputy initiating a pursuit?

Announcing the pursuit over loudspeaker

Providing detailed information to Communications regarding the pursuit (correct)

Exiting the pursuit if the suspect speeds

Failure to stop the fleeing vehicle immediately

Under what circumstances is it allowed for deputies to drive on the wrong side of a controlled access highway?

When authorized by the Shift Leader Signup and view all the answers

What action could lead to the termination of a pursuit according to the policy?

Failure to provide the required information to Communications Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the tasks that should be done when a PIT Maneuver is utilized?

Complete a Response to Resistance BlueTeam entry Signup and view all the answers

What is a key purpose of the review conducted by Captains?

Assess the deputy's performance with policy Signup and view all the answers

Which document should be reviewed and attached after a PIT Maneuver?

CAD paperwork Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring the completion of an annual analysis of all pursuit reports?

Patrol Division Director Signup and view all the answers

When are all Captains required to meet and review the report?

After the review by the affected Captain Signup and view all the answers

When executing a PIT, what should deputies consider in terms of location?

The proximity to blind curves and highway grades Signup and view all the answers

Which vehicles should deputies avoid attempting a PIT maneuver on?

Large, heavy vehicles where contact points cannot be matched Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended speed for performing a PIT maneuver?

Not to exceed forty-five (45) mph Signup and view all the answers

What is a Forcible Stopping Technique?

Maneuvering agency vehicles to force a vehicle to stop or reduce speed Signup and view all the answers

How many marked units are ideally recommended for deploying a PIT maneuver?

A minimum of three (3) units Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of Communications PSTs during a pursuit termination?

Broadcasting over the radio talk groups Signup and view all the answers

When should deputies involved in a pursuit terminate their pursuit?

When directed by the Shift Leader or primary deputy Signup and view all the answers

What action should deputies take right after a pursuit is terminated?

Pull over to the side of the road and stop Signup and view all the answers

During a pursuit, who is responsible for coordinating assistance under the direction of the Shift Leader?

Communications PSTs Signup and view all the answers

What must deputies do if it is unsafe to immediately terminate the pursuit?

Maintain or reduce speed until it is safe to stop Signup and view all the answers

When can a deputy engage in a foot / bicycle pursuit?

When they suspect the individual poses an imminent threat to others Signup and view all the answers

In what situations can a deputy pursue a suspect without a backup unit?

When exigent circumstances exist Signup and view all the answers

What can the initiating deputy request to assist in a foot / bicycle pursuit?

SWAT, K9, or Air Units Signup and view all the answers

What must all sworn Law Enforcement personnel do in terms of training regarding the pursuit policy?

Receive annual review of the pursuit policy Signup and view all the answers

When is attendance at a training session on pursuit driving practices mandatory?

As part of the annual requirements Signup and view all the answers