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What is the main principle regarding the use of force by deputies?
What is the main principle regarding the use of force by deputies?
- Deputies should always escalate confrontations to resolve encounters
- Deputies may use force only to accomplish specific law enforcement objectives (correct)
- Deputies are allowed to use any force necessary
- Deputies should use force as a first response
When should deputies consider using deadly force?
When should deputies consider using deadly force?
- Whenever feasible
- As a last resort and strictly in accordance with guidelines (correct)
- As the first option
- Only when they feel threatened
What should deputies do regarding medical aid in situations involving the use of force?
What should deputies do regarding medical aid in situations involving the use of force?
- Provide/request medical aid promptly (correct)
- Only provide medical aid if the subject requests it
- Ignore the need for medical aid
- Withhold medical aid until instructed otherwise
Which factor should deputies consider before deciding on the use of force?
Which factor should deputies consider before deciding on the use of force?
In what order should deputies follow while displaying a firearm?
In what order should deputies follow while displaying a firearm?
What is the appropriate response to a subject who is fleeing from a deputy?
What is the appropriate response to a subject who is fleeing from a deputy?
What is the main purpose of confirming each warrant prior to actual arrest?
What is the main purpose of confirming each warrant prior to actual arrest?
When should off-bond arrests be made?
When should off-bond arrests be made?
Why should all arrested persons be handcuffed prior to any search?
Why should all arrested persons be handcuffed prior to any search?
When are brands like Peerless and Smith & Wesson not used in arrests?
When are brands like Peerless and Smith & Wesson not used in arrests?
What action should be taken if an arrestee claims improper arrest due to mistaken identity?
What action should be taken if an arrestee claims improper arrest due to mistaken identity?
When should constitutional rights warnings be read to a criminal suspect?
When should constitutional rights warnings be read to a criminal suspect?
What action should be taken if a vehicle on private property cannot be contacted?
What action should be taken if a vehicle on private property cannot be contacted?
Why would an investigative agency place a hold on a vehicle?
Why would an investigative agency place a hold on a vehicle?
What color is the property and evidence report for items other than vehicles?
What color is the property and evidence report for items other than vehicles?
Which group is considered vulnerable according to the text?
Which group is considered vulnerable according to the text?
What is the definition of an absconder according to the text?
What is the definition of an absconder according to the text?
What timeframe is mentioned regarding children abducted by a stranger in the text?
What timeframe is mentioned regarding children abducted by a stranger in the text?
When can the passenger compartment of a vehicle be searched incident to a passenger's arrest?
When can the passenger compartment of a vehicle be searched incident to a passenger's arrest?
In what situations must a vehicle be towed and impounded according to the text?
In what situations must a vehicle be towed and impounded according to the text?
What action should be taken if the owner of a recovered stolen vehicle does not show up within 45 minutes?
What action should be taken if the owner of a recovered stolen vehicle does not show up within 45 minutes?
What must be done before towing a stolen vehicle found at a non-MSO tow company's yard?
What must be done before towing a stolen vehicle found at a non-MSO tow company's yard?
Under what circumstances can an unattended vehicle be towed according to the text?
Under what circumstances can an unattended vehicle be towed according to the text?
What approval is needed before towing a vehicle removed from a roadway when obstructing it?
What approval is needed before towing a vehicle removed from a roadway when obstructing it?
When is questioning considered required during a traffic stop?
When is questioning considered required during a traffic stop?
Under what circumstances can a deputy make a physical arrest?
Under what circumstances can a deputy make a physical arrest?
In what situations can a search incident to arrest be conducted without a warrant?
In what situations can a search incident to arrest be conducted without a warrant?
Under what circumstances can a waiver of prosecution be accepted from victims of certain crimes?
Under what circumstances can a waiver of prosecution be accepted from victims of certain crimes?
When can a deputy conduct a 'stop and frisk'?
When can a deputy conduct a 'stop and frisk'?
Under what circumstances can a 'no knock' entry be allowed?
Under what circumstances can a 'no knock' entry be allowed?
What justifies a warrantless entry based on fresh pursuit?
What justifies a warrantless entry based on fresh pursuit?
What must be present before any 'stop and frisk' procedure?
What must be present before any 'stop and frisk' procedure?
In which situations can items in plain view be seized?
In which situations can items in plain view be seized?
What allows a waiver to prosecution to be accepted?
What allows a waiver to prosecution to be accepted?
What is the purpose of the Early Intervention System described in the text?
What is the purpose of the Early Intervention System described in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for initiating an early intervention on an employee?
Which of the following is NOT a criterion for initiating an early intervention on an employee?
What responsibility falls under Professional Standards as described in the text?
What responsibility falls under Professional Standards as described in the text?
What type of training is NOT mentioned as an intervention option for employees in the text?
What type of training is NOT mentioned as an intervention option for employees in the text?
What happens when an employee has 3 disciplinary sanctions in 12 months as per the text?
What happens when an employee has 3 disciplinary sanctions in 12 months as per the text?
Which of the following incidents does NOT trigger an early intervention as per the text?
Which of the following incidents does NOT trigger an early intervention as per the text?
What are the three deadly force factors that need to be present for an imminent threat to justify the use of deadly force?
What are the three deadly force factors that need to be present for an imminent threat to justify the use of deadly force?
Which of the following actions is NOT considered deadly force by law enforcement?
Which of the following actions is NOT considered deadly force by law enforcement?
What should deputies do in relation to moving vehicles when it comes to the use of deadly force?
What should deputies do in relation to moving vehicles when it comes to the use of deadly force?
In a domestic violence response, what are deputies instructed to do regarding the victim and offender on the scene?
In a domestic violence response, what are deputies instructed to do regarding the victim and offender on the scene?
What is the responsibility of deputies when handling potentially traumatic events involving children?
What is the responsibility of deputies when handling potentially traumatic events involving children?
What actions are deputies prohibited from taking regarding arrests according to the text?
What actions are deputies prohibited from taking regarding arrests according to the text?
When should deputies inform an arrestee of the offense they are being arrested for?
When should deputies inform an arrestee of the offense they are being arrested for?
What is required when a deputy determines that probable cause for an arrest is unfounded?
What is required when a deputy determines that probable cause for an arrest is unfounded?
What should deputies do when executing arrest warrants or capias?
What should deputies do when executing arrest warrants or capias?
'Legal Rights and Remedies Notice to Victims' should include which of the following?
'Legal Rights and Remedies Notice to Victims' should include which of the following?
What is the definition of a 'runaway juvenile'?
What is the definition of a 'runaway juvenile'?
When does the MEPIC gather and store information?
When does the MEPIC gather and store information?
Under what age criteria is the 'Silver Alert' activated?
Under what age criteria is the 'Silver Alert' activated?
In which situation is a 'Blue Alert' issued?
In which situation is a 'Blue Alert' issued?
What triggers the activation of Florida's Amber Plan?
What triggers the activation of Florida's Amber Plan?
When does Project Lifesaver come into action?
When does Project Lifesaver come into action?
What defines an individual under a 'Purple Alert'?
What defines an individual under a 'Purple Alert'?
'Levi's Call' in Georgia is activated when:
'Levi's Call' in Georgia is activated when:
Study Notes
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Use of Force Core Principles
- Deputies may use force only to accomplish specific law enforcement objectives.
- Deputies should attempt to de-escalate confrontations with the goal of resolving encounters without force.
- Deputies may only use force that is objectively reasonable, necessary, and as a last resort.
- Deputies shall only use the amount of force that is proportionate to the circumstances and as a last resort.
- Deadly force is only authorized as a last resort and in strict accordance with the policy.
Levels of Resistance
- Cooperative person
- Passive resistor
- Active resistor
- Aggressive assailant
- Lethal assailant
- Flight from a deputy does not, on its own, make a person an aggressive assailant.
Deadly Force Factors
- Ability: having the means to carry out the threat
- Opportunity: having the chance to carry out the threat
- Intent: having the frame of mind to carry out the threat.
Domestic Violence Response
- Treat domestic violence as any other violent crime
- On-scene investigation: separate the victim and offender, take possession of all involved weapons
- Inform the arrestee that domestic violence is a crime and the state of Florida, not the victim, is responsible for the prosecution.
Arrest Procedures
- Elements of an arrest:
- Informing the person of the arrest
- Reason of the arrest
- Deputy's authority
- Mandatory duties when making an arrest:
- Verify the identification of the person arrested
- Use all available resources
- Complete a Handle with Care form if no place to stay
Constitutional Rights Warnings
- Shall be read to a criminal suspect before questioning about a crime
- Not required:
- During a traffic stop
- During DUI testing
- During a stop and frisk
- When the suspect is in custody and not being questioned
- When the suspect spontaneously makes a statement
Stop and Frisk
- Temporary detention of a person based on reasonable suspicion of criminal activity
- Frisk: pat-down of the person's outer clothing for weapons
Search Incident to Arrest
- When a lawful arrest is made, the person and area within their immediate presence may be searched
- Search is limited to the area within the arrestee's immediate control
Motor Vehicle Searches
- When there is probable cause, a motor vehicle may be searched anywhere and at any time
- Passenger compartment of a vehicle may be searched incident to a passenger's arrest.
Vehicle Towing and Storage
- Vehicles that must be towed and impounded:
- Seized and held for forfeiture
- Left unattended on a highway
- Disabling and obstructing traffic
- Impounded and abandoned property
- Driver/owner is arrested and no one can get the vehicle
Missing Persons and Alerts
- AMBER Alert: high-risk child abduction
- Silver Alert: missing endangered adults
- Purple Alert: missing adults with mental or cognitive disabilities
- Blue Alert: injured or killed law enforcement officers
- MEPIC (Missing Endangered Persons Information Clearinghouse): gathers and stores information to facilitate investigating missing children cases.
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Explore the different classifications of missing persons in Florida, including runaway juveniles, escapees, and Silver Alerts. Learn about the circumstances that define each category and the implications of each type of missing person case.
