15 Questions
According to the Fourth Amendment, what is the central issue in physical force situations involving arresting or investigating officers?
Whether the officer's actions were objectively reasonable given the facts and circumstances known at the time
What factors should supervisors consider when investigating or reviewing an action response in physical force situations?
The severity of the crime at issue, whether the suspect posed an immediate threat to safety, and whether the suspect was actively resisting or attempting to evade arrest
What does the Fourth Amendment prohibit in physical force situations involving arresting or investigating officers?
The use of excessive force
According to the Fourth Amendment, arresting or investigating officers are allowed to use excessive force if they believe it is necessary?
False
The severity of the crime at issue is not a factor that supervisors should consider when investigating physical force situations involving arresting or investigating officers?
False
If a suspect is resisting arrest, arresting or investigating officers are allowed to use any level of force necessary to detain the suspect?
False
What is the responsibility of the investigating supervisor in an action-response situation?
To ensure the completed Action-Response Report (ARR) has all the appropriate information included
What is the purpose of an Action-Response Report (ARR)?
To include all appropriate information about an action-response situation
What happens if the completed Action-Response Report (ARR) is missing information?
The supervisor will return the ARR to be completed if necessary
Which of the following is NOT a factor that investigating supervisors should consider when reviewing an Action-Response Report (ARR)?
The color of the individual's clothing
What information should be included in an Action-Response Report (ARR) regarding any injuries sustained by the individual or others involved?
The severity, location, and type of injury
What should investigating supervisors explain in detail when reviewing an Action-Response Report (ARR)?
Any specific factors, special circumstances, or subject actions marked on the ARR
Which of the following is a factor that investigating supervisors should consider when reviewing an Action-Response Report (ARR)?
The severity of the crime at issue
Under what circumstances should a sworn supervisor complete an investigative letter for an action-response?
Level of Control 4 or 5 with a complaint of injury
What is an example of an additional relevant factor that investigating supervisors should note when reviewing an Action-Response Report (ARR)?
The weather conditions at the time of the incident
Take this quiz to test your knowledge on the Fourth Amendment and its prohibition on the use of excessive force by arresting or investigating officers. Learn about the factors that supervisors consider when reviewing incidents involving physical force.
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