St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Response to Resistance Policy Quiz

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What is the main focus of the Response to Resistance policy?

Striking a balance between self-protection, respect for human life, and citizen safety (correct)

Prioritizing the deputy's safety over citizens' safety

Protecting the property of the agency

Encouraging uncontrolled use of force in all situations

When are chokeholds allowed according to the policy?

If the individual is resisting arrest

As a first response in any resistance situation

Whenever the deputy feels threatened

Only in situations where lethal force is justified (correct)

What does deadly force entail according to the policy?

Any force directed towards a resisting individual

Force that does not include the firing of firearms

Force that is likely to cause death or serious harm, only to be used as a last resort (correct)

Force that should be the first response in any resistance situation

What term is synonymous with deadly force according to the policy?

Lethal force Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern with chokeholds as per the policy?

They restrict an individual's ability to breathe for incapacitation Signup and view all the answers

In what situations should deadly force be utilized according to the policy?

Only as a last resort when no other option is available Signup and view all the answers

What should the Response to Resistance policy primarily emphasize?

Ensuring the safety and rights of citizens and the deputy Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action a deputy should take if a subject is sprayed with Aerosol Defense Spray?

Move the subject to fresh air Signup and view all the answers

What should a deputy do if less-lethal force is used?

Complete a written report and inform the supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What must a deputy do in the case of minor injuries where the subject will be arrested?

Transport the subject to a medical facility before incarceration Signup and view all the answers

What action is necessary for all incidents as per the policy mentioned?

Complete a General Offense/Incident Report and BlueTeam Entry Signup and view all the answers

When should a deputy request a rescue unit?

When appropriate medical aid is needed Signup and view all the answers

What should the deputy attach to the Offense Report if a subject is sprayed with Aerosol Defense Spray?

The Administrative Warning form Signup and view all the answers

Which form should be read to the sprayed subject after being sprayed with Aerosol Defense Spray?

O.C. Administrative Warning Signup and view all the answers

What action should employees take if they observe another employee using unreasonable force?

Intervene within their scope of authority and training Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions should EMS be called to a scene?

When serious injuries have occurred Signup and view all the answers

What should employees do if they believe a fellow employee's actions will bring disrepute to the law enforcement profession?

Take appropriate action in the situation Signup and view all the answers

When should employees document their observations of any incident involving excessive force?

By using an Internal Complaint entry in BlueTeam Signup and view all the answers

What is the duty of employees who observe another employee applying force believed to exceed legal limits?

Intervene within their scope of authority and training Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of all personnel of the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office concerning the use of excessive force?

Immediately report any act involving the use of excessive force Signup and view all the answers

In what manner should employees report any act involving the use of excessive force?

By using an Internal Complaint entry in BlueTeam Signup and view all the answers

What must deputies consider when a person fails to comply with a command?

Medical condition, mental impairment, or other factors beyond the individual’s control Signup and view all the answers

What should deputies do in situations where an individual may have a developmental disability or language barrier?

Consider whether specific techniques or resources would help resolve the situation without force Signup and view all the answers

What is the only type of force that may be used in a given situation?

Reasonable and necessary force Signup and view all the answers

When should deputies reassess the circumstances of a situation?

Continually as the situation changes Signup and view all the answers

What should deputies evaluate while using force according to the text?

Effectiveness, reasonableness, and necessity of their actions Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstances should de-escalation tactics be attempted by deputies?

When the situation is safe under the totality of circumstances Signup and view all the answers

When using force, what should deputies consider along with the de-escalation processes?

Consistency with training and the de-escalation processes Signup and view all the answers

What aspect are annual reports required to cover?

Date and time of incidents Signup and view all the answers

Which type of encounters are analyzed in relation to the use of force?

Criminal activities Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration in assessing the impact of findings?

Demographics of subjects involved Signup and view all the answers

When is an annual administrative review conducted?

Every year Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the requirement for an annual Assault on Law Enforcement Personnel review?

Forceful application of weaponless physical force Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Assault on Law Enforcement Personnel review?

Enhancing officer safety Signup and view all the answers

Who oversees the submission of the Assault on Law Enforcement Personnel review?

The Patrol Division Director Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the annual Response to Resistance Analysis based on the text?

Information from the Assault review Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not required for the Assault on Law Enforcement Personnel review?

Annual budget summaries Signup and view all the answers

What does the agency need to determine based on the Assault on Law Enforcement Personnel review?

Patterns or trends Signup and view all the answers