59 Questions
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'Use of Force' mentioned in the text?
The exertion of energy or the use of force by personnel in the performance of their duties
What is the purpose of the 'Use of Force' mentioned in the text?
To direct or control another's movements or actions
Who can use the 'Use of Force' according to the text?
Personnel in the performance of their duties
Which of the following is a reason for using 'Use of Force'?
To control resistive or aggressive behavior
Which level of control involves the use of chemical spray and CEW?
Level 3
What is the highest level of control mentioned in the text?
Level 5
Which level of control involves officer presence, verbal and non-verbal commands, searching, and handcuffing?
Level 1
Which level of control involves empty hand control, pressure points, grounding techniques, and joint manipulations?
Level 2
What techniques are included in Level 2 of control?
Grounding techniques
Which level of control allows the use of impact weapons such as baton or flashlight?
Level 4
Which of the following best defines 'Deadly Force' mentioned in the text?
Any force which carries a substantial risk that it will proximately result in the death of any person
Which of the following is NOT included in Level 2 of control?
Chemical spray
What is the definition of force?
Any violence or compulsion exerted on a person or thing
In the context of the text, when can physical techniques or tactics be used on another person?
the application of physical techniques or tactics used on another person in response to resistance whether passive or aggressive.
Which of the following best describes one of the four definitions of 'Serious Injury' mentioned in the text?
Any physical harm that carries a substantial risk of death.
Which of the following best describes one of the four definitions of 'Serious Injury' mentioned in the text?
Any physical harm that involves some permanent incapacity, whether partial or total, or that involves some temporary, substantial incapacity.
Which of the following best describes one of the four definitions of 'Serious Injury' mentioned in the text?
Any physical harm that involves some permanent disfigurement or that involves some temporary, serious disfigurement.
Which of the following best describes one of the four definitions of 'Serious Injury' mentioned in the text?
Any physical harm that involves acute pain of such duration as to result in substantial suffering or that involves any degree of prolonged or intractable pain.
Which one of the following would NOT be included in the definition of 'Physical Harm' mentioned in the text?
A psychological trauma
Which of the following best describes passive resistance?
A nonviolent opposition to authority, especially a refusal to cooperate with legal requirements
What is active resistance?
Physical motions used to counteract an officer's arrest
Which level of control involves the use of chemical spray and CEW?
Level 3
Who acts as the supervisor in the absence of the immediate supervisor?
Relief Supervisor or O.I.C.
When can police officers use force?
All of the above
What is the requirement for police officers regarding the use of force?
Use force that is objectively reasonable
Which factors should be considered when determining the reasonableness of a use of force?
All the above
What is one factor to be considered when determining the reasonableness of a use of force?
The severity of the crime at issue.
Which of the following is NOT a factor to be considered when determining the reasonableness of a use of force?
The suspect's gender.
Which of the following factors should be considered when determining the reasonableness of a use of force?
The suspect's criminal history
What is one of the factors that can influence the reasonableness of a use of force?
The Officer's level of fatigue
Which of the following is NOT a factor to be considered when determining the reasonableness of a use of force?
The suspect's favorite color
When can the use of an untrained response be reasonable?
During a situation involving the infliction of serious physical harm
Which technique is NOT permitted unless deadly force would be justified?
Neck restraints or choke holds
What should officers use to guide them through a use of force incident?
Their training
Which personnel are required to receive annual in-service training on the Division's use of force policy?
All sworn Division personnel
What is the purpose of the annual in-service training?
To provide refresher training on the Division's use of force policy
What does the Division's use of force policy cover?
Use of force in response to both resistance and aggression
Who is prohibited from conducting an investigation after ordering a use of force?
Division supervisors who actively participate or order a use of force
When a division supervisor is prohibited from conducting an investigation, who will conduct the investigation?
Supervisors assigned by the Chief of Police
Under what circumstances may sworn personnel use deadly force?
When they believe the response is objectively reasonable
What is the purpose of using deadly force?
To protect oneself or others from imminent threat of death or serious physical harm
When can sworn personnel use deadly force?
To prevent escape when they have probable cause to believe that the suspect poses a threat of serious physical harm to themselves or others
Which level of control involves officer presence, verbal and non-verbal commands, searching, and handcuffing?
Level 1
When should sworn personnel attempt to take evasive action to avoid being struck by a moving vehicle?
When they are in the direct path of a moving vehicle
In what situation can sworn personnel fire a weapon at the driver or occupant of a moving vehicle?
When there is an articulable, reasonable belief that the subject poses an immediate threat of death or serious physical harm
Under what circumstances may sworn personnel use deadly force?
When there is a threat to human life
What should sworn personnel do before using deadly force?
Give a verbal warning if practical
What should the use of deadly force by sworn personnel not create?
A danger to the public that outweighs the benefits of its use.
Under what circumstances can sworn personnel fire a warning shot?
If there is justification to use deadly force
What is the role of unknown facts in determining the conformity of involved personnel with the policy?
Unknown facts are not considered
What type of agency should investigate a use of force resulting in death?
An independent law enforcement agency
What is the role of the independent law enforcement agency in a use of force investigation?
To conduct the investigation
Who should involved personnel forward a Use of Force Report to?
The officer in charge (O.I.C.) or Immediate Supervisor
When should involved personnel forward a Use of Force Report?
By the end of their shift
Who should forward a memo with the Level 2 w/ no injury Use of Force report to the involved personnel's immediate supervisor?
A Relief Supervisor or O.I.C on duty
In Level 2 of control, what techniques are included?
Empty hand control, pressure points, grounding techniques, and joint manipulations
Who is responsible for filing the Level 2 Use of Force w/ no injury report mentioned in the text?
The Internal Affairs Sergeant
Which level of control involves officer presence, verbal and non-verbal commands, searching, and handcuffing?
Level 1
Which directive should be followed if the Use of Force involves the discharge of a firearm?
Discharged Firearms Directive
Study Notes
Use of Force
- Use of force is the application of physical techniques or tactics to overcome a subject's resistance to a lawful arrest or to protect oneself or others from harm.
- The purpose of use of force is to protect oneself or others from harm, or to overcome a subject's resistance to a lawful arrest.
- Any sworn personnel can use force according to the text.
Levels of Control
- Level 1: Officer presence, verbal and non-verbal commands, searching, and handcuffing
- Level 2: Empty hand control, pressure points, grounding techniques, joint manipulations, and pepper spray
- Level 3: Impact weapons such as baton or flashlight
- Level 4: Deadly force
Deadly Force
- Deadly force is the application of force that is likely to cause serious injury or death.
- Deadly force can be used when there is a reasonable belief that a person poses an imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm to oneself or others.
Serious Injury
- Serious injury means injury that could cause serious permanent disfigurement, protracted loss, or impairment.
- Examples include broken bones, severe lacerations, and injuries requiring surgical intervention.
Physical Harm
- Physical harm means any physical injury or trauma to another person.
Use of Force Guidelines
- Force should be used in a reasonable and proportionate manner.
- Officers should consider the severity of the crime, the level of resistance, and the risk of injury or harm to oneself and others.
- Officers should use the minimum amount of force necessary to control the situation.
Investigation and Reporting
- Any use of force must be reported and investigated.
- The investigation will determine whether the use of force was reasonable and in accordance with policy.
- Involved personnel must submit a Use of Force Report to their immediate supervisor.
Annual In-Service Training
- All sworn personnel must receive annual in-service training on the Division's use of force policy.
- The purpose of the training is to ensure that personnel understand the policy and can apply it in a reasonable and proportionate manner.
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