26 Questions
What is the purpose of reviewing uses of force?
To ensure policy compliance and conformance to law
Which directive's definitions apply to the directive on adjudicating uses of force?
DM 05.01 - Use of Force
What does the Aurora Police Department commit to in the adjudication process of use-of-force incidents?
Transparent adjudication process and continuous improvement
What is crucial for a professional law enforcement agency?
Accountability and continuous improvement
What is the primary responsibility of sworn members regarding use-of-force incidents?
Accountability for actions and decisions
What is the main focus in evaluating use-of-force incidents?
Policy compliance, conformance to law, and objective reasonableness
What is the commitment of the Aurora Police Department in addressing use-of-force incidents?
Timely, thorough, impartial, and accurate adjudication
What is emphasized as crucial for a professional law enforcement agency in the text?
Continuous improvement
What does APD use to evaluate the use of force on subjects experiencing a medical or mental health-related emergency?
The non-binding decision of Hill v. Miracle - Court of Appeals, 6th Circuit 2017
What are some factors listed in the decision of Hill v. Miracle for determining whether officers' actions were objectively reasonable?
Use of force to ameliorate the immediate threat
What is included in the medical response/intervention according to DM 5.08?
Offering and provision of medical attention in a timely manner
What does the Officer Relief Protocol involve?
Replacement of involved officers as soon as practical
What is one of the non-exhaustive factors listed in the decision of Hill v. Miracle for determining whether officers' actions were objectively reasonable?
Subject was experiencing a medical or mental health-related emergency and incapable of making rational decisions
What does DM 5.08 emphasize in terms of incident management?
Appropriateness of the incident and scene management
According to DM 5.08, what should be done in terms of officer relief protocol?
Replacement of involved officers as soon as practical
What should be considered when determining whether an officer's actions were objectively reasonable?
Incapability of the subject to make rational decisions
What is the frequency of meetings for the Force Review Board (FRB)?
Weekly at the discretion of the Chair
Who may actively participate in the meeting discussion according to the text?
Only FRB quorum/voting members
Who is invited and encouraged to attend FRB meetings in observation status?
Sworn members and labor organization representatives
What is currently not allowed for sworn members during FRB meetings?
To observe presentations of uses of force in which they were involved
Who determines the observation status for labor organization representatives attending FRB meetings?
FIU Supervisor or designee
What is the main focus of the Force Review Board meetings according to the text?
Critical assessment and culture of continuous improvement
Under what conditions are labor organization observers invited to attend FRB meetings?
Subject to approval of the FIU Supervisor or designee
What is currently not allowed for sworn members to observe during FRB meetings?
Presentations of uses of force in which they were involved.
What is the minimum frequency at which the Force Review Board meets?
Weekly
Who determines the participation of individuals in the meeting discussion?
FRB quorum/voting members only
Test your understanding of the use of force policy compliance, legal conformance, and the objective reasonableness of force application. This quiz covers the definitions from various directives related to use of force, including less-lethal devices, reporting, investigation, and authorized firearms.
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