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Which of the following best describes 'Approved Weapons' according to the provided text?
Which of the following best describes 'Approved Weapons' according to the provided text?
- Weapons that are readily available to any officer.
- Any weapon that an officer feels comfortable using during the course of their duty.
- Weapons meeting specific department criteria for which officers have received training and demonstrated proficiency. (correct)
- Weapons that are approved and used by the military and other government orgarnisations.
What action is generally required before using an approved weapon, when practical?
What action is generally required before using an approved weapon, when practical?
- A full and complete background check to understand the offender's criminal history.
- Ensuring a legal warrant exists for the apprehension of the suspect.
- Communication to both other officers and the subject, announcing the imminent use of the weapon. (correct)
- Waiting for supervisory approval before employing the use of any weapon or force.
What are 'Articulable Aggravating Circumstances' intended to demonstrate?
What are 'Articulable Aggravating Circumstances' intended to demonstrate?
- The mitigating factors that reduce the severity of a suspect's actions.
- Factors that justify the use of a specific level of force by a law enforcement official.
- Factors that can be documented and show increased severity or culpability of a criminal act. (correct)
- Factors that demonstrate that the suspect's action was not intentional.
What is 'Cuffing Under Power'?
What is 'Cuffing Under Power'?
How is 'Deadly Force' defined in the context of this document?
How is 'Deadly Force' defined in the context of this document?
What is the primary focus of the 'Deadly Force Review Board'?
What is the primary focus of the 'Deadly Force Review Board'?
What is the role of the 'Detective Bureau (NLVPD)' following a use of deadly force?
What is the role of the 'Detective Bureau (NLVPD)' following a use of deadly force?
What concept is described by 'Force Transitions', in this context?
What concept is described by 'Force Transitions', in this context?
Under what circumstances is an officer obligated to intervene when witnessing another officer's use of force?
Under what circumstances is an officer obligated to intervene when witnessing another officer's use of force?
If a supervisor witnesses an officer using unjustified physical force, what action should the supervisor take?
If a supervisor witnesses an officer using unjustified physical force, what action should the supervisor take?
To whom should an officer report observing the use of unjustified physical force, if it does not involve their immediate supervisor?
To whom should an officer report observing the use of unjustified physical force, if it does not involve their immediate supervisor?
What should be included in a written report concerning an officer's observation of unjustified physical force?
What should be included in a written report concerning an officer's observation of unjustified physical force?
What is the timeframe within which an officer must submit a written report after witnessing the use of unjustified physical force?
What is the timeframe within which an officer must submit a written report after witnessing the use of unjustified physical force?
What protections are provided to an officer who intervenes in or reports the use of unjustified physical force?
What protections are provided to an officer who intervenes in or reports the use of unjustified physical force?
Which of the following best categorizes a scenario where a subject is holding onto a fixed object to avoid being taken into custody?
Which of the following best categorizes a scenario where a subject is holding onto a fixed object to avoid being taken into custody?
If a subject is running away from an officer to avoid being taken into custody, what level of resistance are they exhibiting?
If a subject is running away from an officer to avoid being taken into custody, what level of resistance are they exhibiting?
If a person is punching, kicking, or striking an officer, what kind of resistance is being displayed?
If a person is punching, kicking, or striking an officer, what kind of resistance is being displayed?
Which of the following is NOT a condition for the justified use of deadly force?
Which of the following is NOT a condition for the justified use of deadly force?
What is the primary purpose of using flex-cuffs during a mass disturbance?
What is the primary purpose of using flex-cuffs during a mass disturbance?
Which scenario best exemplifies aggravated aggressive resistance?
Which scenario best exemplifies aggravated aggressive resistance?
How often are officers required to be recertified in the use of handcuffs?
How often are officers required to be recertified in the use of handcuffs?
What defines a 'low level force' action?
What defines a 'low level force' action?
Under which circumstance is the PepperBall Launcher authorized for use?
Under which circumstance is the PepperBall Launcher authorized for use?
How often must officers be re-certified to use the PepperBall Launcher?
How often must officers be re-certified to use the PepperBall Launcher?
What is the intended use of a spit hood?
What is the intended use of a spit hood?
Which of these is an example of low-level force?
Which of these is an example of low-level force?
Which of these actions is classified as intermediate force?
Which of these actions is classified as intermediate force?
Who directs the deployment of chemical agents within the Special Operations Division?
Who directs the deployment of chemical agents within the Special Operations Division?
Which action is NOT appropriate when applying a spit hood?
Which action is NOT appropriate when applying a spit hood?
Under what circumstance can aerosol inflammatory agents be used?
Under what circumstance can aerosol inflammatory agents be used?
What should officers include in their police reports regarding chemical agent use?
What should officers include in their police reports regarding chemical agent use?
What is the primary characteristic of 'deadly force'?
What is the primary characteristic of 'deadly force'?
What should officers do after a subject has been secured and resistance ceased when chemical agents were used?
What should officers do after a subject has been secured and resistance ceased when chemical agents were used?
What is the recommended distance at which aerosol agents should be sprayed for maximum effectiveness?
What is the recommended distance at which aerosol agents should be sprayed for maximum effectiveness?
When would an officer use deadly force?
When would an officer use deadly force?
When is it appropriate for an officer to use a baton?
When is it appropriate for an officer to use a baton?
How long does it generally take to relieve the eye inflammation caused by aerosol agents with clear water?
How long does it generally take to relieve the eye inflammation caused by aerosol agents with clear water?
Where should an officer carry their baton?
Where should an officer carry their baton?
What is the required action after chemical agents have been used against an inmate?
What is the required action after chemical agents have been used against an inmate?
What is the responsibility of a shift supervisor when a reportable use of force occurs?
What is the responsibility of a shift supervisor when a reportable use of force occurs?
In what areas should an officer NOT intentionally hit a subject with a baton, unless deadly force is authorized?
In what areas should an officer NOT intentionally hit a subject with a baton, unless deadly force is authorized?
How often must an officer be re-certified to carry an impact tool?
How often must an officer be re-certified to carry an impact tool?
What should personnel include in their police reports regarding the use of aerosol agents?
What should personnel include in their police reports regarding the use of aerosol agents?
What training is required for civilian personnel who are authorized to carry aerosol agents?
What training is required for civilian personnel who are authorized to carry aerosol agents?
What is a consideration when using less lethal ammunition?
What is a consideration when using less lethal ammunition?
In what situation might less lethal 12 gauge/37mm/40mm ammunition be used?
In what situation might less lethal 12 gauge/37mm/40mm ammunition be used?
How often do officers and authorized personnel need to be recertified regarding the application of aerosol agents?
How often do officers and authorized personnel need to be recertified regarding the application of aerosol agents?
What should an officer do after a subject has been secured and has stopped resisting, after being sprayed with an aerosol agent?
What should an officer do after a subject has been secured and has stopped resisting, after being sprayed with an aerosol agent?
What is a critical aspect of a tactical plan involving less lethal ammunition?
What is a critical aspect of a tactical plan involving less lethal ammunition?
What must officers do after deploying less lethal ammunition?
What must officers do after deploying less lethal ammunition?
What is NOT a circumstance in which a spit hood should be used?
What is NOT a circumstance in which a spit hood should be used?
What is a critical safety step when preparing to use less lethal ammunition for crowd control?
What is a critical safety step when preparing to use less lethal ammunition for crowd control?
What must officers do prior to using less lethal weapons for crowd control?
What must officers do prior to using less lethal weapons for crowd control?
According to the guidelines, what is the primary standard used to evaluate an officer's use of force?
According to the guidelines, what is the primary standard used to evaluate an officer's use of force?
Which of the following factors is NOT specifically listed as a consideration when assessing the reasonableness of force?
Which of the following factors is NOT specifically listed as a consideration when assessing the reasonableness of force?
When can a civilian employee of the police department use force?
When can a civilian employee of the police department use force?
In which situation would medical attention NOT be required following a use of force?
In which situation would medical attention NOT be required following a use of force?
What is the primary role of a Witness Monitor during a use of force incident?
What is the primary role of a Witness Monitor during a use of force incident?
When is an officer required to summon medical attention, after using a baton?
When is an officer required to summon medical attention, after using a baton?
Under what condition can a firearm be brought inside the North Las Vegas Community Correctional Center?
Under what condition can a firearm be brought inside the North Las Vegas Community Correctional Center?
According to policy, what must officers do, if practical, before applying force?
According to policy, what must officers do, if practical, before applying force?
What is the responsibility of every officer regarding the use of force by another officer?
What is the responsibility of every officer regarding the use of force by another officer?
Which of the following is NOT a reason that allows an officer to use reasonable force?
Which of the following is NOT a reason that allows an officer to use reasonable force?
When evaluating the reasonableness of force, the perspective should be that of:
When evaluating the reasonableness of force, the perspective should be that of:
What is the meaning of 'objectively reasonable' as it relates to use of force?
What is the meaning of 'objectively reasonable' as it relates to use of force?
What action is required for an injured subject after the deployment of less-lethal force?
What action is required for an injured subject after the deployment of less-lethal force?
If a subject is known to be detained, arrested, or to be searched, but is unaware of these facts, what should an officer do, according to department policy?
If a subject is known to be detained, arrested, or to be searched, but is unaware of these facts, what should an officer do, according to department policy?
Which of these less-lethal weapons requires specific training and qualification for an officer to deploy?
Which of these less-lethal weapons requires specific training and qualification for an officer to deploy?
What is considered a factor when looking at the use of physical force by an officer?
What is considered a factor when looking at the use of physical force by an officer?
What is the primary purpose for which tranquilizer guns/rifles may be used by Animal Control Officers?
What is the primary purpose for which tranquilizer guns/rifles may be used by Animal Control Officers?
What should officers do, when deciding which use of force option to use?
What should officers do, when deciding which use of force option to use?
Under what conditions can a folding knife be used for self-defense, according to the guidelines?
Under what conditions can a folding knife be used for self-defense, according to the guidelines?
Where can officers find instructions on the use of Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT)?
Where can officers find instructions on the use of Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT)?
Which statement is true regarding the carrying and use of a knife by an officer?
Which statement is true regarding the carrying and use of a knife by an officer?
What is the required blade length for a locking knife when it is closed?
What is the required blade length for a locking knife when it is closed?
How will the less lethal 12 gauge shotgun look in comparison to a lethal shotgun?
How will the less lethal 12 gauge shotgun look in comparison to a lethal shotgun?
In the event a taser is deployed and injures someone, what is the procedure?
In the event a taser is deployed and injures someone, what is the procedure?
What is the minimum frequency at which rechargeable taser battery packs should be docked?
What is the minimum frequency at which rechargeable taser battery packs should be docked?
What type of action may be needed if a supervisor is unable to be at the scene of a less-lethal weapon deployment?
What type of action may be needed if a supervisor is unable to be at the scene of a less-lethal weapon deployment?
What is the primary function of a Taser in probe mode?
What is the primary function of a Taser in probe mode?
What type of ammunition is associated with a 40mm projectile launcher according to this content?
What type of ammunition is associated with a 40mm projectile launcher according to this content?
If a taser malfunctions during normal business hours, what is the proper procedure?
If a taser malfunctions during normal business hours, what is the proper procedure?
Which of these best describes a 'reportable force' incident?
Which of these best describes a 'reportable force' incident?
Who is authorized to carry a taser?
Who is authorized to carry a taser?
What is a specific limitation regarding the use of tranquilizer guns/rifles?
What is a specific limitation regarding the use of tranquilizer guns/rifles?
What is the general principle for the use of less lethal items not specifically mentioned in the document?
What is the general principle for the use of less lethal items not specifically mentioned in the document?
What is the purpose of the NLVPD inventory control database in relation to tasers?
What is the purpose of the NLVPD inventory control database in relation to tasers?
What is the definition of 'unnecessary force'?
What is the definition of 'unnecessary force'?
How often are officers required to re-qualify with less-lethal weapons?
How often are officers required to re-qualify with less-lethal weapons?
Which of the following best describes the target area when deploying a taser?
Which of the following best describes the target area when deploying a taser?
An unintentional firearm discharge that injures no one is categorized as...
An unintentional firearm discharge that injures no one is categorized as...
What does 'reasonable force' take into account?
What does 'reasonable force' take into account?
When may an officer deploy a taser?
When may an officer deploy a taser?
Which of the following would require the use of a case number and incident report?
Which of the following would require the use of a case number and incident report?
When is it appropriate to use follow up cycles from a taser?
When is it appropriate to use follow up cycles from a taser?
What is the key purpose of a Public Safety Statement (PSS)?
What is the key purpose of a Public Safety Statement (PSS)?
What is the definition of 'Imminent Threat'?
What is the definition of 'Imminent Threat'?
What specific precaution should be taken if a taser is used in conjunction with OC Spray?
What specific precaution should be taken if a taser is used in conjunction with OC Spray?
When is 'ramming' with a vehicle permitted by the department?
When is 'ramming' with a vehicle permitted by the department?
What is the recommended range for a close quarters (CQ) taser cartridge?
What is the recommended range for a close quarters (CQ) taser cartridge?
Which situation best describes the use of 'intermediate force'?
Which situation best describes the use of 'intermediate force'?
What is the recommended range for a stand off (SO) taser cartridge?
What is the recommended range for a stand off (SO) taser cartridge?
What is one of the considerations that should be taken while using a taser on an animal?
What is one of the considerations that should be taken while using a taser on an animal?
A use of force that injures, or alleges an injury to someone's head or sternum, requires...
A use of force that injures, or alleges an injury to someone's head or sternum, requires...
What best describes 'less lethal force'?
What best describes 'less lethal force'?
What is an example of when a taser should NOT be used?
What is an example of when a taser should NOT be used?
What does 'Reasonable Belief' entail?
What does 'Reasonable Belief' entail?
What should officers be aware of when utilizing a taser?
What should officers be aware of when utilizing a taser?
Which of the following best exemplifies a 'spark display' of a taser?
Which of the following best exemplifies a 'spark display' of a taser?
What should officers do when encountering a person exhibiting symptoms of exhaustion, distress, or excited-agitated delirium?
What should officers do when encountering a person exhibiting symptoms of exhaustion, distress, or excited-agitated delirium?
What would classify an injury as 'serious bodily injury'?
What would classify an injury as 'serious bodily injury'?
What should an officer consider prior to deploying a taser?
What should an officer consider prior to deploying a taser?
Which of the following best describes 'physical force' as defined?
Which of the following best describes 'physical force' as defined?
Who is primarily responsible for requesting federal law enforcement assistance?
Who is primarily responsible for requesting federal law enforcement assistance?
Which of the following situations would typically justify a request for FBI assistance?
Which of the following situations would typically justify a request for FBI assistance?
In what type of scenario would the DEA be most likely to be contacted for assistance?
In what type of scenario would the DEA be most likely to be contacted for assistance?
Who is authorized to request assistance from the National Guard?
Who is authorized to request assistance from the National Guard?
What is the purpose of the 'Community Services Directory'?
What is the purpose of the 'Community Services Directory'?
When is a directive required for the formation of a special team or task force?
When is a directive required for the formation of a special team or task force?
Which of the following is NOT a required element of a directive for a special team or task force?
Which of the following is NOT a required element of a directive for a special team or task force?
Who should be contacted by the applicable Commander when requesting federal assistance?
Who should be contacted by the applicable Commander when requesting federal assistance?
What documentation is required when using federal authorities?
What documentation is required when using federal authorities?
What is the purpose of a periodic evaluation for a special team or task force?
What is the purpose of a periodic evaluation for a special team or task force?
Who is authorized to perform an operational test on a taser if a certified instructor is unavailable?
Who is authorized to perform an operational test on a taser if a certified instructor is unavailable?
What is the first action a supervisor should take upon discovering a taser malfunction during the operational test?
What is the first action a supervisor should take upon discovering a taser malfunction during the operational test?
Where should an officer go to receive a new taser during normal business hours after a malfunction?
Where should an officer go to receive a new taser during normal business hours after a malfunction?
What should be included in the report before a taser is used?
What should be included in the report before a taser is used?
What is the correct website to download taser usage information?
What is the correct website to download taser usage information?
Which factor is NOT verified during the download of taser information?
Which factor is NOT verified during the download of taser information?
When deploying a taser, what action should an officer take, if it is tactically safe, reasonable, and possible?
When deploying a taser, what action should an officer take, if it is tactically safe, reasonable, and possible?
In potential life-threatening situations, what precaution should an officer deploying a taser consider?
In potential life-threatening situations, what precaution should an officer deploying a taser consider?
When can a taser that failed the operational test be returned to service?
When can a taser that failed the operational test be returned to service?
Following the initial taser deployment, if the subject remains non-compliant, what is the deploying officer's next step?
Following the initial taser deployment, if the subject remains non-compliant, what is the deploying officer's next step?
What additional log is provided to the NLVPD supervisor in addition to the operational test checklist?
What additional log is provided to the NLVPD supervisor in addition to the operational test checklist?
What is the primary responsibility of the back-up officer, following a taser deployment?
What is the primary responsibility of the back-up officer, following a taser deployment?
How is the firmware updated on a Taser 7 device?
How is the firmware updated on a Taser 7 device?
Who is authorized to remove taser probes from a subject, besides the deploying officer?
Who is authorized to remove taser probes from a subject, besides the deploying officer?
Who must download all tasers involved in a use of force incident?
Who must download all tasers involved in a use of force incident?
Under what circumstance should taser probes be removed?
Under what circumstance should taser probes be removed?
What is the purpose of the data port on a taser?
What is the purpose of the data port on a taser?
During an employee-involved use of deadly force incident, which personnel are required to respond to the scene?
During an employee-involved use of deadly force incident, which personnel are required to respond to the scene?
What should be done if a portion of a taser probe is found to be broken off or missing after removal?
What should be done if a portion of a taser probe is found to be broken off or missing after removal?
When are tasers inspected and downloaded during annual re-certification?
When are tasers inspected and downloaded during annual re-certification?
Besides a person being killed, under what other circumstance involving force does IAB need to be notified?
Besides a person being killed, under what other circumstance involving force does IAB need to be notified?
What type of firearms and ammunition are officers authorized to use?
What type of firearms and ammunition are officers authorized to use?
What is the purpose of a public safety statement following a high-risk incident where deadly force was used?
What is the purpose of a public safety statement following a high-risk incident where deadly force was used?
How should expended taser probes be treated?
How should expended taser probes be treated?
Who is responsible for obtaining a public safety statement from all individuals involved in a deadly force incident?
Who is responsible for obtaining a public safety statement from all individuals involved in a deadly force incident?
Which of the following is NOT considered a 'sensitive area' for taser probe deployment?
Which of the following is NOT considered a 'sensitive area' for taser probe deployment?
When may an employee handle a firearm they are not familiar with?
When may an employee handle a firearm they are not familiar with?
What is the procedure for Body Worn Cameras during a Public Safety Statement?
What is the procedure for Body Worn Cameras during a Public Safety Statement?
When should medical attention be sought after a taser deployment?
When should medical attention be sought after a taser deployment?
Where must cleaning or repair of firearms occur while on City property?
Where must cleaning or repair of firearms occur while on City property?
What is the deploying officer required to document when reporting a taser use?
What is the deploying officer required to document when reporting a taser use?
What must a supervisor do with the public safety information they obtain?
What must a supervisor do with the public safety information they obtain?
What additional form is completed by the supervisor, besides a written report?
What additional form is completed by the supervisor, besides a written report?
If a taser activation exceeds a normal 5-second cycle, what must an officer include in the report?
If a taser activation exceeds a normal 5-second cycle, what must an officer include in the report?
If involved employees volunteer to speak with investigating detectives, who does the on-scene supervisor notify?
If involved employees volunteer to speak with investigating detectives, who does the on-scene supervisor notify?
In the case of serious or life-threatening injury resulting from taser use, what is required?
In the case of serious or life-threatening injury resulting from taser use, what is required?
What is the consequence for a witness employee who refuses to give a statement or write a report when ordered?
What is the consequence for a witness employee who refuses to give a statement or write a report when ordered?
What is the immediate action required of NLVPD officers after a taser-involved use of force?
What is the immediate action required of NLVPD officers after a taser-involved use of force?
What is the role of a supervisor when a taser has been deployed?
What is the role of a supervisor when a taser has been deployed?
Who is notified by the supervisor after a use of force incident, in addition to CSI and detectives?
Who is notified by the supervisor after a use of force incident, in addition to CSI and detectives?
Who does the Watch Commander notify after being informed of a deadly force incident?
Who does the Watch Commander notify after being informed of a deadly force incident?
During the process of handling a used firearm from a use of force incident, what specific action occurs during the surrender of the weapon?
During the process of handling a used firearm from a use of force incident, what specific action occurs during the surrender of the weapon?
In which of the following scenarios is a public safety statement required?
In which of the following scenarios is a public safety statement required?
According to the policy, what is one key element that a supervisor needs to establish when taking a public safety statement?
According to the policy, what is one key element that a supervisor needs to establish when taking a public safety statement?
Which group is specifically tasked with reviewing the scenarios of deadly force incidents?
Which group is specifically tasked with reviewing the scenarios of deadly force incidents?
Where will the countdown of firearms occur after an officer-involved shooting?
Where will the countdown of firearms occur after an officer-involved shooting?
Who is responsible for inspecting firearms for serviceability after an officer-involved shooting?
Who is responsible for inspecting firearms for serviceability after an officer-involved shooting?
If an officer's firearm is kept by the Department after a shooting, who provides a replacement firearm?
If an officer's firearm is kept by the Department after a shooting, who provides a replacement firearm?
Who receives other types of weapons, such as a baton or taser, after a use-of-force incident?
Who receives other types of weapons, such as a baton or taser, after a use-of-force incident?
Who should an officer contact for replacement of equipment not provided by the Detective Bureau?
Who should an officer contact for replacement of equipment not provided by the Detective Bureau?
After an officer involved shooting, which of the following is NOT someone an officer may discuss the case with?
After an officer involved shooting, which of the following is NOT someone an officer may discuss the case with?
When does an officer have to submit to drug and alcohol testing after an officer-involved shooting?
When does an officer have to submit to drug and alcohol testing after an officer-involved shooting?
Which entity is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality of drug and alcohol test results?
Which entity is responsible for ensuring the confidentiality of drug and alcohol test results?
How long after an incident will the employee attend a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing?
How long after an incident will the employee attend a Critical Incident Stress Debriefing?
Who can authorize an employee to return to an administrative assignment after an incident, pending clearance?
Who can authorize an employee to return to an administrative assignment after an incident, pending clearance?
What is a prerequisite to the Chief of Police returning an employee to full duty?
What is a prerequisite to the Chief of Police returning an employee to full duty?
In cases involving an animal, which bureau processes the scene?
In cases involving an animal, which bureau processes the scene?
What is the purpose of the Use of Force Review Board (FRB) and the Deadly Force Review Board (DFRB)?
What is the purpose of the Use of Force Review Board (FRB) and the Deadly Force Review Board (DFRB)?
Which of the following would be reviewed by the Use of Force Review Board?
Which of the following would be reviewed by the Use of Force Review Board?
When an employee intentionally discharges a firearm at an animal, what is the employee's first required action?
When an employee intentionally discharges a firearm at an animal, what is the employee's first required action?
Under what specific circumstance are officers permitted to load or unload firearms within a police station?
Under what specific circumstance are officers permitted to load or unload firearms within a police station?
What is the primary restriction on the use of firearms by authorized civilian employees?
What is the primary restriction on the use of firearms by authorized civilian employees?
What specific requirement must civilian personnel meet when choosing to carry a firearm on duty?
What specific requirement must civilian personnel meet when choosing to carry a firearm on duty?
What is a critical action a police employee must take immediately after discharging a firearm, barring recreational activities or at an approved range?
What is a critical action a police employee must take immediately after discharging a firearm, barring recreational activities or at an approved range?
What specific documentation is required when an employee accidentally discharges a firearm while on duty, with no injuries or fatalities?
What specific documentation is required when an employee accidentally discharges a firearm while on duty, with no injuries or fatalities?
If an employee discharges a firearm to dispatch an aggressive animal, what specific report is required?
If an employee discharges a firearm to dispatch an aggressive animal, what specific report is required?
According to policy, when can an employee use deadly force against a fleeing suspect?
According to policy, when can an employee use deadly force against a fleeing suspect?
What is the requirement prior to an employee resorting to deadly force?
What is the requirement prior to an employee resorting to deadly force?
According to the policy, what is one of the conditions that should be met prior to a law enforcement employee using deadly force?
According to the policy, what is one of the conditions that should be met prior to a law enforcement employee using deadly force?
What is one of the conditions that should exist prior to an employee's use of deadly force?
What is one of the conditions that should exist prior to an employee's use of deadly force?
When is shooting from or at a moving vehicle permitted?
When is shooting from or at a moving vehicle permitted?
What is the definition of an employee involved in a 'deadly force' incident?
What is the definition of an employee involved in a 'deadly force' incident?
What requirement does 'preclusion' satisfy in the context of using deadly force?
What requirement does 'preclusion' satisfy in the context of using deadly force?
For how long must the Internal Affairs Bureau maintain completed documentation regarding Use of Force incidents?
For how long must the Internal Affairs Bureau maintain completed documentation regarding Use of Force incidents?
What is a key requirement for civilian personnel who choose to carry a firearm on duty, regarding training?
What is a key requirement for civilian personnel who choose to carry a firearm on duty, regarding training?
What is required for civilian personnel to be authorized to carry a firearm on duty?
What is required for civilian personnel to be authorized to carry a firearm on duty?
What is the minimum retention period for documents related to Use of Deadly Force incidents when a potential claim by a minor is involved?
What is the minimum retention period for documents related to Use of Deadly Force incidents when a potential claim by a minor is involved?
Which agency retains primary responsibility for police service within Clark County, despite LVMPD's jurisdiction?
Which agency retains primary responsibility for police service within Clark County, despite LVMPD's jurisdiction?
What is the extent of the Clark County School District (CCSD) Police jurisdiction, according to the provided text?
What is the extent of the Clark County School District (CCSD) Police jurisdiction, according to the provided text?
When the NLVPD enters school property to investigate crimes occurring off campus, they should:
When the NLVPD enters school property to investigate crimes occurring off campus, they should:
If an incident originates outside of school campus but might disrupt school safety, which of the following is the required action by the NLVPD when circumstances permit?
If an incident originates outside of school campus but might disrupt school safety, which of the following is the required action by the NLVPD when circumstances permit?
Whose responsibility is it to create initial crime reports for incidents within CCSD Police jurisdiction?
Whose responsibility is it to create initial crime reports for incidents within CCSD Police jurisdiction?
Under what condition will CCSD officers assigned to a specific campus NOT be expected to provide backup services?
Under what condition will CCSD officers assigned to a specific campus NOT be expected to provide backup services?
Who should the CCSD notify if they handle a significant event?
Who should the CCSD notify if they handle a significant event?
Which agency has primary response for incidents at the I-15 and I-215 interchange overpasses and underpasses?
Which agency has primary response for incidents at the I-15 and I-215 interchange overpasses and underpasses?
While operating under the doctrine of 'fresh pursuit', under what circumstance are NLVPD personnel authorized to operate outside the corporate limits of CNLV?
While operating under the doctrine of 'fresh pursuit', under what circumstance are NLVPD personnel authorized to operate outside the corporate limits of CNLV?
Who has the authority to grant emergency assistance to outside agencies, without prior approval from the Chief of Police?
Who has the authority to grant emergency assistance to outside agencies, without prior approval from the Chief of Police?
What action must the Watch Commander take after providing assistance to an outside agency?
What action must the Watch Commander take after providing assistance to an outside agency?
When providing emergency assistance to another agency, who has joint control of NLVPD personnel and equipment?
When providing emergency assistance to another agency, who has joint control of NLVPD personnel and equipment?
Who has the authority to request emergency assistance from local and state agencies during a state of emergency?
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What type of incident is reviewed by the Use of Force Review Board during regularly scheduled monthly meetings?
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After the Chief of Police has received the findings and recommendations from the Deadly Force Review Board, what is the department's next action?
After the Chief of Police has received the findings and recommendations from the Deadly Force Review Board, what is the department's next action?
After notifying the involved officer, what happens to the Use of Deadly Force findings and recommendations?
After notifying the involved officer, what happens to the Use of Deadly Force findings and recommendations?
Who conducts the annual analysis of all use of force reports?
Who conducts the annual analysis of all use of force reports?
What is the purpose of the annual analysis of use of force reports?
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Use of Force Policy Definitions
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Approved Weapons: Weapons meeting Department specifications with officer proficiency and safety training. Pre-use communication to other officers and the subject is required when practical, along with a clear announcement to personnel in the immediate area unless exigent circumstances exist.
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Articulable Aggravating Circumstances: Documentable factors that increase the severity or culpability of a crime, including heinousness, violence, or increased threat to others if the suspect remains at large.
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Cuffing Under Power: A tactic where a secondary officer handcuffs a subject while a primary officer's taser is cycling, during neuromuscular incapacitation (NMI).
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Deadly Force: Force likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, including improper application of other force options. Not limited to firearms.
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Deadly Force Review Board: Reviews deadly force and high-risk situations to improve individual and Department performance.
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Detective Bureau (NLVPD): Investigates if deadly force was legally justified under criminal law, and/or investigates crimes leading to deadly force or against officers.
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Force Transitions: Movement between force types (escalation or de-escalation) considering the "objectively reasonable" standard.
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Graham v. Connor: Supreme Court case (1989) outlining the standard of "objectively reasonable" force for police officers.
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Imminent Threat: Impending violent act or resistance, reasonably believed by the officer based on totality of circumstances.
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Intermediate Force: Force with potential for injury or substantial pain, exceeding low-level force.
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Involved Officer: Officer or supervisor involved in, directing, or influencing a use of force.
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Less Lethal Force: Force application method that prioritizes operational objectives with less potential for causing death or serious bodily injury compared to lethal force. Authorized personnel only after specific training.
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Levels of Control: Defined categories of influence/force, escalating in intensity: low-level force, intermediate force, and deadly force.
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Low Level Force: Force not likely or intended to cause injury.
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Non-Deadly Force: Force needed for compliance, not creating a substantial risk of death or serious bodily harm.
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Officer-Involved Shooting: Intentional discharge of a firearm by an officer at a person.
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Other Firearm Discharge: Unintentional discharge or intentional discharge at animals (non-deadly).
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Physical Force: Use of bodily parts, materials, or items to compel involuntary movement or physical reaction of a person.
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Public Safety Statement (PSS): Questions for determining immediate public safety threats (e.g., shots fired toward public). Supervisor acts based on the information gained.
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Ramming: Intentional vehicle impact against another vehicle, prohibited unless in a clearly articulated deadly force situation.
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Reasonable Belief: Facts/circumstances causing an ordinary and prudent person to act/think similarly in similar circumstances.
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Reasonable Force: Objective standard for force assessment from a reasonable officer's perspective in the moment.
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Reportable Force: Force resulting in injury or injury complaint, exceeding low-level force, requiring a report.
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Reviewable Force: Force subject to review by a departmental review board, including incidents with injuries or use of strikes, chemicals, or tasers.
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Serious Bodily Injury: Injury creating substantial death risk, permanent disfigurement, or prolonged loss/impairment of body part/organ function.
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Significant Force: Force causing treatment at a medical facility due to injuries, including skeletal fractures or serious bodily injury to head/sternum – all reportable.
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Taser: Conducted electrical weapon (CEW), incapacitating subject through neuromuscular incapacitation (NMI). Includes different deployment modes (spark display, drive stun, probe mode).
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Unnecessary Force: Force not fulfilling a lawful objective; unnecessary or unwarranted.
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Unreasonable Force: Force exceeding reasonable employee use in similar circumstances.
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Use of Force Continuum: Visual guide illustrating acceptable levels of force an officer may use, based on suspect resistance level.
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Witness Employee: Officer, supervisor, or civilian present during a use of force incident, but not involved.
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Witness Monitor: Designated officer unengaged in deadly force, observing discussions.
Determining Objectively Reasonable Force
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Objectively reasonable use of force guided by Graham v. Conner (1989) and subsequent legal interpretations, based on "totality of circumstances."
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Factors to assess reasonableness involve:
- Crime severity
- Immediate threat to officer/others
- Suspect resistance/evasion
- Drug/alcohol/mental state
- Time available
- De-escalation resources
- Weapon proximity
- Environmental factors/exigent circumstances.
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Officers should choose force options that safely de-escalate and control the situation. The emphasis is on objective, rather than subjective, reasoning.
Medical Attention
- Officers must seek immediate medical attention for any subject sustaining visible injury or injury complaint resulting from any use of force option, particularly those involving impact weapons, OC spray, tasers, canines, vehicle use, or any firearm use leading to injury.
Use of Force to Affect Detention, Arrest, or Search
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Reasonable force is permitted to protect self/others, affect lawful detention/arrest, and conduct a lawful search.
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When feasible, officers should make their intentions clear to the subject before using force.
Duty to Intervene
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Officers must prevent unjustified force applied by other officers, regardless of chain of command.
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Intervention is necessary when:
- Unjustified force is witnessed or reasonably should have been observed.
- It's safe to intervene.
Levels of Resistance
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Suspects might resist due to various factors like medical conditions, mental/physical/hearing impairments, language barriers, drug/emotional crises – impacting approach.
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Levels include:
- Compliant: No resistance
- Passive Resistance: Uncooperative, minimal physical resistance
- Active Resistance: Preventing custody without harm towards officer
- Aggressive Resistance: Intended harm towards officer/others
- Aggravated Aggressive Resistance: Likely to cause harm or death in actions or violence
Levels of Control
- Officers must assess the most objectively reasonable force option to safely control a situation.
Use of Force Continuum charts.
Additional Use of Force Policies
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Spit Hoods: Temporary protective device, for use only under strict conditions, to reduce the risk of disease exposure. Not to be used on/with subjects having difficulties breathing, vomiting, profuse bleeding, etc. Equipment removed prior to application.
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Aerosol Inflammatory Agents: (e.g. pepper spray) can be used for self/other defence, restraining violent individuals including inmates and animals, used when overcoming resistance. Short bursts, no unnecessary use, consider bystanders/environments.
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Batons: Defense, restraint, used as last resort when other options fail or are impractical, not to be used for punishment; only authorized strikes to allowed regions.
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Less Lethal 12 Gauge/37mm/40mm Ammunition: Used in specific situations like controlling armed, threatening suspects, or crowd control. Must be fired at distance, not at the head.
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Tranquilizer Gun/Rifle: Only used by Animal Control for animal restraint, not human beings.
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Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT): Used strictly by trained officers for certain situations.
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Folding Knife: Can be used for defense in extraordinary circumstances, when other methods have proven ineffective, with a focus on limited self-defense.
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Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEWs/Tasers):
- Battery/cartridge-operated incapacitation devices for use in specific situations via designated ranges and target areas (torso/legs), in certain circumstances/conditions/settings.
- Alternative methods to ensure compliance considered prior to repeated use.
- Medical intervention, if required post-use.
- Officers will qualify and re-qualify using approved methods.
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Firearms: Sworn personnel will receive initial and ongoing training before carrying firearms; authorized firearms/ammunition only; civilians may be authorized with training, qualifications, and permits.
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Firearm Discharge: Firearms not discharged as warnings, unless in a deadly force encounter; any potential injury to innocent bystanders to be considered; mandatory supervisor immediate notification for intentional discharges and a memorandum for accidental discharges, including training or investigation if necessary.
Deadly Force Regulations.
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Deadly Force Justification: Defined circumstances allow for deadly force, primarily for self-defense or the defense of others. The subject, in position to cause harm, poses an imminent threat. Consideration of all elements (ability, opportunity, imminent threat, and plausible avoidance) and the use of caution with members of the public in proximity.
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Incident Reporting: Detailed reports required for incidents involving death or serious bodily harm, and other significant or reportable use of force.
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Post-Incident Procedures: include: medical attention, supervisor notifications, public safety statements, and administrative/criminal investigations. Surrendering of firearms, testing, and potential administrative relief or return to duty (dependent on investigation outcomes and protocols).
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Special Considerations/Deployment Tactics regarding tasers (and other weapons) must be considered.
- Warnings and alternative methods must be considered before use.
- Target areas and ranges vary.
- Safety concerns are paramount (e.g. exhaustion, pregnancy, elevated locations)
- Considerations include back-up officers in situations of escalated threat.
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Animal Control: Specific considerations apply to force against animals, with animal control officers' involvement.
Force Review Boards
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Purpose: Review all use of force incidents, considering reasonableness, policy/training deficiencies, weapon/ammunition compliance, potential lesser force alternatives, and necessary policy modifications.
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Composition and Procedures: Vary depending on whether deadly force was involved, requiring different board compositions and meeting schedules. All investigations including those involving deadly force, injury and or death have specific procedures and documentation steps.
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Reporting: The findings from both board types are documented and communicated to appropriate personnel.
Jurisdiction Policies
- Concurrent Jurisdiction: Policies outline concurrent jurisdiction agreements/responsibilities of the NLVPD with LVMPD, CCSD Police, NHP, and other state and federal agencies. Specific areas of responsibility are identified, with specific procedures dependent on the context of involvement. Mutual aid between different agencies and departments regulated to ensure cooperative response.
- Jurisdiction Outside Corporate Limits: NLVPD may exercise jurisdiction outside city limits under certain conditions (e.g., fresh pursuit, mutual aid requests, logical investigative needs, particular criminal offenses).
Assistance to Other Agencies
- Policies outline procedures for NLVPD involvement in assisting other agencies (state, local, federal) in emergency situations with a focus on proper documentation and reporting, outlining procedures, conditions and processes to ensure all requests are in compliance with all relevant authorities.
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