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What is tunnel vision, and how can it affect law enforcement officers?

A narrowing of the field of view during a stressful event, causing officers to miss other possible danger signs. (correct)

A heightened sense of awareness during a stressful event, allowing officers to focus on potential threats.

A physical impairment that affects an officer's vision during high-stress situations.

A psychological condition that causes officers to become aggressive during confrontations.

What should an officer do if they believe a suspect is armed?

Shoot the suspect without warning.

Approach the suspect immediately to disarm them.

Call for backup units and use appropriate tactics to contact, control, and disarm the suspect. (correct)

Try to negotiate with the suspect to surrender their weapon.

What should an officer do after shooting a suspect?

Search the surrounding area for additional threats.

Notify dispatch as soon as possible and wait for backup to arrive. (correct)

Immediately rush to the suspect to provide first aid.

Holster your weapon and try to calm the suspect down.

What should an officer do if their patrol vehicle is attacked?

Get away from the area, roll up the windows, and turn off the air conditioning. Signup and view all the answers

What should an officer do if they are on foot and come under gunfire?

Seek immediate cover, call for assistance, and determine a safe approach for responding officers. Signup and view all the answers

What can help an officer avoid tunnel vision during a stressful event?

Practicing controlled breathing and task-relevant self-talk. Signup and view all the answers

What should an officer do after the suspect has been disarmed?

Handcuff the suspect and provide first aid as needed. Signup and view all the answers

What should an officer do after shooting a suspect and ensuring the suspect is no longer a threat?

Perform a self-check to make sure you are not injured and communicate with responding backup. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step after being notified of an incident by dispatch?

Respond to dispatch to let them know you are on your way Signup and view all the answers

What should you consider when selecting a route to an incident scene?

Traffic, time of day, school zones, and congested areas Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential piece of information to collect about an incident?

The type of incident and location Signup and view all the answers

Why might you not always want to use emergency lights and sirens?

To avoid detection when nearing a scene Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with your radio volume when arriving at a scene?

Turn it down to minimize distractions Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when planning your arrival at a scene?

The safest arrival point and possible threats Signup and view all the answers

What type of information might dispatch provide to assist your response?

Information about injuries or hazards at the scene Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential to keep physical maps in your patrol vehicle?

To have a backup in case the electronic mapping system fails Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary location of dispatchers?

Centralized areas with access to telephones and other resources Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a duty of dispatch personnel?

Conducting criminal investigations Signup and view all the answers

What type of information should be transmitted by radio only when necessary?

Sensitive information or criminal history details Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using scrambled or encrypted channels?

To increase operational security Signup and view all the answers

What is an appropriate use of law enforcement radio transmissions?

Relaying law enforcement-related messages to other agencies Signup and view all the answers

What does radio protocol describe?

The customs and regulations for constructing and transmitting radio messages Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when setting the volume level of a portable radio?

The need to avoid disrupting others Signup and view all the answers

Why might an officer use an earpiece when transmitting radio messages?

To prevent eavesdropping Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC)?

To provide statewide information on crime-related data Signup and view all the answers

What is the National Crime Information Center (NCIC)?

A national database maintained by the FBI Signup and view all the answers

What type of information is available through the FCIC and NCIC databases?

Information on people and property, including criminal histories and wanted persons Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the printed CCH information after use?

It is destroyed by shredding or burning Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the computerized criminal history (CCH) in FCIC?

To create a reliable record of an individual's criminal history Signup and view all the answers

Who can add more information to a CCH in FCIC?

A state attorney's office, a clerk of court, and the Department of Corrections Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of accurately entering information into FCIC?

To create a reliable record Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between FCIC and NCIC?

FCIC is connected to NCIC Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of separating and interviewing people involved in a civil disturbance?

To determine whether a crime has been committed Signup and view all the answers

What is an injunction?

A court order that requires a person to do or refrain from doing specific acts Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of an officer's presence during a civil standby?

To maintain the peace through officer presence Signup and view all the answers

When may an officer separate the parties involved in a civil disturbance?

When the situation begins to escalate Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of querying the FCIC/NCIC systems during a civil disturbance?

To determine if any injunctions or warrants exist Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of an officer's role during a civil standby?

Remaining impartial Signup and view all the answers

What may an officer recommend during a civil standby if the situation begins to escalate?

That one or both parties leave Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of an officer's response to a civil disturbance?

To maintain the peace and prevent escalation Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Situational Awareness

Avoid tunnel vision during stressful events, scan surroundings, practice controlled breathing, and use task-relevant self-talk to maintain awareness.
Always identify yourself as a law enforcement officer and give direct commands, speaking in an appropriate tone of voice.
If you believe a suspect is armed, call for backup units and use appropriate tactics to contact, control, and disarm the suspect.

Dispatcher Duties

Dispatch law enforcement officers, fire, rescue, and emergency medical services (EMS) to the scene of an emergency.
Provide real-time information from federal, state, and local crime databases.

Radio Conduct and Procedures

Conduct radio communication in a professional manner, with no expectation of privacy.
Transmit sensitive information or criminal history details only when necessary for officer or public safety.
Use specialized units with scrambled or encrypted channels for operational security.
Set portable radio volume levels appropriately, and use an earpiece to prevent eavesdropping.
Transmit only information related to law enforcement business, including:
- Law enforcement-related messages to other agencies
- Driver's license status and driver history
- Calls for service
- Criminal records checks
- Hazardous material queries
- Vehicle, boat, and aircraft registration queries
- Road and weather conditions

Florida Crime Information Center (FCIC)/National Crime Information Center (NCIC)

FCIC is a statewide database providing information on:
- People and property
- Driver's licenses and registrations
- Wanted and missing persons
- Stolen guns, vehicles, securities, and other property
- Concealed weapon licenses
FCIC is connected to the National Crime Information Center (NCIC), a national database maintained by the FBI.
NCIC contains records of:
- Stolen, abandoned, and recovered property
- Wanted and missing person files
- National Sex Offender Registry
- Files of people on supervised release, protection orders, foreign fugitives, immigration violators, and known or suspected terrorists or gang members.

Responding to a Call

Determine the safest response to the scene that will protect you, other officers, and the public.
Consider the safest and quickest route to the location, taking into account traffic, time of day, school zones, and congested areas.
Collect as much information as possible about the call, including the type of incident, location, complainant's name, and relationship to the location.
Identify potential threats at the incident, such as weapons, hazards, and risks in the area.

Mediating a Civil Disturbance

Separate, identify, and interview all people involved to obtain information related to the incident.
Verify whether a crime has been committed through assessment, interviews, and observations.
Perform queries within the FCIC/NCIC systems to determine if any injunctions or warrants exist.
Provide information and resources to help resolve the conflict, such as referring people to civil court or mediation.

Civil Standby

Maintain the peace through officer presence while serving a court order or responding to a call for service.
Civil standbys may be conducted in situations such as the execution of a writ of replevin, child custody exchange, or pretrial release order.
Remain impartial and use conflict management skills to prevent escalation of the situation.
Separate parties if necessary and recommend they contact the clerk of the court or their attorneys if the situation escalates.

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