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What happens to an officer who fails to intercede when excessive force is observed?
What happens to an officer who fails to intercede when excessive force is observed?
- They are subject to discipline (correct)
- They are commended for their actions
- They receive additional training
- They are reassigned to a different department
What is the key factor that influences an officer's likelihood of success in gaining control of an individual?
What is the key factor that influences an officer's likelihood of success in gaining control of an individual?
- The officer's ability to communicate
- The officer's physical strength
- The officer's knowledge of the law
- The officer's ability to apply appropriate force options (correct)
What is the requirement for the use of force in gaining control of an individual?
What is the requirement for the use of force in gaining control of an individual?
- Only lethal force can be used
- Any force can be used
- Only that force which is objectively reasonable can be used (correct)
- Only non-lethal force can be used
What may cause deviations from the basic concepts of use of force in law enforcement encounters?
What may cause deviations from the basic concepts of use of force in law enforcement encounters?
How should deviations from Department tactical training be explained?
How should deviations from Department tactical training be explained?
What is the consequence of substantial deviation from Department tactical training?
What is the consequence of substantial deviation from Department tactical training?
What does the Use of Force Directive replace?
What does the Use of Force Directive replace?
Who is the Chief of Police mentioned in the text?
Who is the Chief of Police mentioned in the text?
What is the distribution of the Use of Force Directive?
What is the distribution of the Use of Force Directive?
What is the consequence for an officer who commits excessive force?
What is the consequence for an officer who commits excessive force?
According to the UOF Directive No. 2, when can strikes and kicks be used?
According to the UOF Directive No. 2, when can strikes and kicks be used?
What is the definition of a strike according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
What is the definition of a strike according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
What is the recommended target area for fist strikes according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
What is the recommended target area for fist strikes according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
When is it required to provide medical treatment after a use of force incident?
When is it required to provide medical treatment after a use of force incident?
What should officers do after any use of force incident?
What should officers do after any use of force incident?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose for using strikes and kicks according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
Which of the following is NOT a purpose for using strikes and kicks according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
What is the purpose of the UOF Directive No. 2?
What is the purpose of the UOF Directive No. 2?
When can officers use kicks according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
When can officers use kicks according to the UOF Directive No. 2?
What should officers do when a strike or kick is used and there is contact with an individual?
What should officers do when a strike or kick is used and there is contact with an individual?
What level of medical assistance should officers provide after a use of force incident?
What level of medical assistance should officers provide after a use of force incident?
Officers should target strikes and/or kicks to which of the following areas?
Officers should target strikes and/or kicks to which of the following areas?
In what circumstances should intentional strikes to the head be avoided?
In what circumstances should intentional strikes to the head be avoided?
What is the policy of the Department regarding the use of de-escalation techniques?
What is the policy of the Department regarding the use of de-escalation techniques?
What is the requirement for officers regarding the use of force in relation to the seriousness of the suspected offense or the level of resistance?
What is the requirement for officers regarding the use of force in relation to the seriousness of the suspected offense or the level of resistance?
What conduct is prohibited for officers in performing any law enforcement activity?
What conduct is prohibited for officers in performing any law enforcement activity?
What is the requirement for officers who observe another officer using potential excessive force?
What is the requirement for officers who observe another officer using potential excessive force?
What is the consequence for an officer who has a sustained excessive force complaint?
What is the consequence for an officer who has a sustained excessive force complaint?
What is the policy regarding retaliation for reporting potential excessive force or violation of any law or regulation?
What is the policy regarding retaliation for reporting potential excessive force or violation of any law or regulation?
What is the requirement for officers when they observe another officer using force that is clearly beyond what is necessary?
What is the requirement for officers when they observe another officer using force that is clearly beyond what is necessary?
What should officers attempt to document on body worn video (BWV) when observing excessive use of force?
What should officers attempt to document on body worn video (BWV) when observing excessive use of force?
