1.1 Administration & 1.3 Pursuits Flashcards
“A written expression of a guiding principle requiring compliance by all affected members of the Department until rescinded or superseded.” Is the definition do what?
Department Policy
A written directive requiring compliance by all affected members of the Department for a period of two years is the definition for what?
Department Order
“A written description of procedural steps that must be followed by all affected members of the Department until rescinded or superseded” is the definition of what?
Department Procedure
“A Department publication that provides review and analysis of current laws by the District Attorney Liason” is the definition of what?
Legal Update
“A Department publication that introduces training topics, defines subject matter, explains and discusses accepted practices, procedures, and philosophies” is the definition of what?
Training bulletin
What is the period of compliance for a Department Order?
Two years
Who is responsible for disseminating legal updates?
The Research, Analysis, and Planning Unit
Who maintains a master copy of Department Legal Updates?
The Research, Analysis, and Planning Unit
Who reviews and analyzes the current laws in a Legal Update?
The District Attorney Liason
True or False:
Recommendations for new Department Orders may be originated by any member of the department.
True
What Department are recommendations for new Department. orders sent to?
The Department of Research, Analysis, and Planning
What Department retains a master copy of Department Orders?
The Research, Analysis, and Planning Unit
What unit will assist the initiating unit with the development of the training bulletin?
The In-Service Training Unit
Who reviews the completed version of a training bulletin to review for consistency with existing Policies and Procedures?
The Research, Analysis, and Planning unit
True or false?
During a pursuit, the violator frequently refuses to give up and the officer feels an obligation to succeed in the pursuit.
True
Is there a psychological phenomenon that occurs during a pursuit that may cloud an officers judgement?
Yes
When the psychological phenomenon occurs that clouds an officers judgment during a pursuit, what does it cause the officer to do?
To continue the chase beyond the point where common sense and good judgement would require the pursuit to be terminated.
True or false?
When engaged in a pursuit, officers must engage in the pursuit regardless of the seriousness of the violator’s suspected crime.
False
If an officer feels that the seriousness of the violator’s suspected crime is not worth the risk of engaging in pursuit, can the officer terminate the pursuit?
Yes
What is an event involving one or More law enforcement officers attempting to apprehend a suspected or actual violator of the law in a motor vehicle while the driver is using evasive tactics called?
Vehicle Pursuit
If you’re following someone who is driving in a legal manner but willfully failing to yield to the officer’s signal to stop is that still considered a pursuit?
Yes.
If a motorcycle initiates a pursuit, can the officer elect to stay in the pursuit if they’d like after marked four-wheeled police vehicles enter the pursuit?
Nope
True or false?
When a motorcycle initiates a pursuit, it should be relieved when the first marked four-wheeled police vehicle can assume the pursuit.
False. It SHALL be relieved when the first marked 4-wheeled unit arrives. That’s it. They’re out. The end.
Can a police vehicle be used in a pursuit without emergency. Lights if it isn’t an end unit?
No. Vehicle must be equipped with emergency lights that are activated and a siren sounding as reasonably necessary (21055 CVC)
Can a police vehicle be used in a pursuit without activating emergency lights?
No
Can a vehicle be used in a pursuit without sounding it’s siren if emergency lights are activated?w
No
How many units can be involved in a pursuit without getting approval for more?
Two units
Who must approve additional units (more than 2) actively involved in a pursuit?
A field supervisor, the Field lieutenant, or the Watch Commander must approve additional units.
“Officers engaged in a pursuit have a duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons using the highway” is what vehicle code?
21056 CVC
True or False?
Officers engaged in a pursuit have a duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons using the highway.
True
Uninvolved units do not need to be alert to the location of the pursuit. True or false?
False
True or false?
Uninvolved units shall remain alert to the location of the pursuit, but shall not join the pursuit unless requested by the primary pursuit unit, or if authorized by a field supervisor.
True
True or false?
Officers with prisoners or non-law enforcement passengers shall not engage in a pursuit.
False.
Officers with prisoners or non-law enforcement passengers should not engage in a pursuit unless the offender poses an immediate life threatening risk to public safety.
When a pursuit begins communications will announce “_________ _________ _________”
Emergency Traffic Only
When a pursuit begins, Communications Dispatch will announce “Emergency Traffic Only”, which will be repeated (how often)
Every 15 seconds (or as often as possible)
When a pursuit begins, Communications Dispatch will announce “Emergency Traffic Only”, which will be repeated every 15 seconds (or as often as possible) accompanied by “________ _______ ______”
Alert Tone 2
When a pursuit begins, who assigns a field supervisor as the supervisor of record to assume control and monitor the pursuit?
Communications Dispatch
True or False?
Any field supervisor may cancel unnecessary “Code 3” cover units or terminate the pursuit, when circumstances require it.
True
Does Communications need to be advised of the deployment location of spike strips or stop strips?
Yes. Duh.
If an officer is requested to deploy spike strips or stop sticks, Communications must be advised of the deployment location. The dispatcher shall immediately do what?
Rebroadcast this location to pursuing units accompanied by “Alert Tone 2”.
If there is an location update on a spike strip/stop stick, will Communications rebroadcast the update with the “Alert Tone 2”?
Yes.
If a field supervisor orders a pursuit terminated, it shall be terminated as soon as the officer deems necessary.
True or false?
False. It shall be terminated immediately.
True or false?
If a field supervisor orders a pursuit to be terminated, the Communications dispatcher will rebroadcast that the pursuit willbe terminated but will no longer use the “Alert Tone 2”.
False.
The Communications dispatcher will rebroadcast that the pursuit has been terminated accompanied by “Alert Tone 2”.
After a pursuit has been terminated, who will initiate a roll call of all pursuing officers, including Air Support, and document each officer’s acknowledgement?
The dispatcher
True or false?
After a pursuit has been terminated, pursuing officers should audibly acknowledge the directive over the radio.
False. Pursuing officers shall audibly acknowledge the directive over the radio.
What vehicle code states, “Officers responding to assist in a pursuit shall drive with due regard for public safety”?
21056 CVC
True or false?
Driving on the wrong side of a divided roadway is strictly prohibited.
False.
Driving on the wrong side of a divided roadway is generally prohibited, except in the most grievous circumstances when imminent danger to life exists.
True or False?
Driving the wrong way on freeways is strictly prohibited.
True.
True or false?
Officers should not pursue in opposing lanes of traffic on any freeway or divided highway separated by a raised island and/or center divider.
False.
Officers shall not, not should not
True or false?
Emergency vehicle operators are immune from prosecution if involved in a wrong-way collision that results in injury or death.
False.
Emergency Vehicle Operators may not be immune from prosecution if involved in a wrong-way collision that results in injury or death.
What vehicle code states, “Emergency Vehicle operators may not be immune from prosecution if involved in a wrong-way collision that results in injury or death”?
21651 CVC
True or false?
Due to extreme hazards and potential risks for serious injury, police vehicles shall not be used to “box in”, “ram” or “bump” suspect vehicles in any pursuit situation.
False.
Due to the extreme hazards and potential risks for serious injury, police vehicles, generally, may not be used to “box in”, “ram” or”bump” suspect vehicles in any pursuit situation.
If a police vehicle is to be used to “box in”, “ram”, or “bump” a suspect vehicle, does a supervisor’s approval need to be obtained?
Yes, prior to implementing any such action.
True or False?
Officers shall not use a police vehicle to perform a Pursuit Intervention Technique (PIT) Maneuver under any circumstances.
True.
True or false?
Only one cover unit may follow the primary pursuing unit unless additional cover units are authorized by a supervisor.
True.
The cover unit(s) shall use emergency lights and siren in compliance with what two vehicle codes?
21055 CVC and 21056 CVC
When appropriate, can a better-positioned unit become the cover (second) unit in a pursuit?
Yes.
True or false?
When the primary pursuit and cover unit(s) are in position, all others shall drop out of the pursuit and cease “Code 3” operation, unless directed otherwise by a supervisor.
True.
Does a supervisor need to authorize the pursuit unit(s) being passed by other units?
Yes.
How long should the primary unit in a pursuit remain in position?
Until the status is relinquished to another unit, either by the primary pursuit unit or as directed by a supervisor.
Who has the responsibility to terminate the pursuit when the benefits of immediate apprehension are outweighed by the hazards of continuing the pursuit?
The officers involved in the pursuit.
True or false?
Officers must continually evaluate whether the seriousness of the offense and the benefits of immediate apprehension are outweighed by the risk to pursuing officers and public safety in continuing the pursuit.
True.
Is the seriousness of the offense for which the suspect is wanted a factor to consider when determine whether to terminate or discontinue a pursuit?
Yes.
When determine whether to terminate or cancel a pursuit, are the following factors to consider?
Vehicular or pedestrian traffic safety and volume, weather conditions, traffic conditions, roadway limitations, environmental conditions, time of day, and speed.
Yes.
If the suspect is a juvenile, is that a factor to consider when determining whether to discontinue or terminate a pursuit?
Yes.
Can you name the seven factors to consider when determining whether to discontinue or terminate a pursuit?
- Seriousness of the offense for which the suspect is wanted
- Vehicular or pedestrian traffic safety and volume, weather conditions, traffic conditions, roadway limitations, environmental conditions, time of day, and speed;
- Suspect is known to be a juvenile;
- Suspect whose identity is known and apprehension can be accomplished at a later time, or when location of the pursuit is no longer known;
- Availability of Air Support;
- Results of ongoing evaluation of risk to the public or pursuing officer(s);
- The protection of the public, given the known or reasonably suspected offense and apparent need for immediate capture against the risks to the public and peace officers.
Should or shall?
“Officers ordered to terminate the pursuit (should or shall?) immediately discontinue “Code 3” operation and fully abandon the pursuit.”
Shall
Should or shall?
“Officers (should or shall?) not “trail” or follow the suspect after being ordered to terminate the pursuit.
Shall
What vehicle codes defined below?
“Officers will return to their assigned service area while obeying all traffic laws.”
21052 CVC
True or false?
When a pursuit has been ordered terminated by a supervisor, officers will cease operation of all Code 3 equipment and return to their normal duties, unless otherwise directed by a supervisor.
True.
Are officers allowed to pursue vehicles across the International Border into Mexico under certain circumstances?
No. Officers are prohibited from pursuing vehicles across international borders.
Should or shall?
In order to terminate a pursuit safely before crossing the border, the pursuit (should or shall?) be terminated before the last U.S. Exit.
Should
What are the last U.S. Exits before the Border?
Siempre Viva for I-905 or Camino de la Plaza for I-5
Who should be notified of any pursuits approaching the border?
Southern Division and the appropriate Border agencies
Who is responsible for notifying the appropriate divisions/agencies if a pursuit is nearing the border?
Communications
Should or shall?
Upon initiation of a pursuit, a supervisor (should or shall?) proceed to the vicinity of the pursuit without becoming actively involved in it.
Shall
At the end of the pursuit, supervisors should respond to the location to ensure compliance with what?
Post-pursuit reporting requirements
Should or shall?
At the end of a pursuit, supervisors (should or shall?) debrief officers and ensure injuries, vehicle and property damage, and any use of force are properly documented.
Should
Why, during a pursuit, does the supervisor of record verify the speed of the pursuit?
To make a determination as to whether it is safe to continue the pursuit given the same factors used to initiate the pursuit, and any other changing factors necessary to ensure public safety, officer safety, safety of the fleeing violator(s), and effective pursuit tactics.
Is the safety of the violator a determining factor in whether to terminate a pursuit?
Yes
Is it the responsibility of the supervisor in a pursuit to verify that no more units than necessary are involved?
Yes.
Does the supervisor of record need to state on the air that he or she is authorizing additional units to become involved in the pursuit?
Yes, and the specific number authorized.
Should or shall?
Supervisors (should or shall?) cancel any units operating Code 3 that have not been authorized.
Should
Should or shall?
(In a pursuit) the additional authorized units (should or shall?)identify themselves over the radio.
Shall
What 3 factors should be considered by the supervisor in deciding whether to add units to the pursuit?
- The number and type of vehicles being pursued
- The seriousness of the offense
- The danger occupants of the vehicle(s) being pursued continue to pose to others
Should or shall?
When more than two units are permitted to participate in a pursuit, the supervisor (should or shall?) direct the additional units to discontinue the pursuit as soon as possible, based upon tactical requirements and safety aspects.
Shall
True or false?
Only the Field Lieutenant and the Watch Commander have the authority to terminate a pursuit.
False.
Who has the authority to terminate a pursuit when the potential safety risks outweigh the need for apprehension?
All field supervisors, the Field Lieutenant, the Watch Commander and the initiating/pursuing officers
If the supervisors do not agree over whether to terminate a pursuit, who makes the final determination?
The Field Lieutenant or Watch Commander
True or false?
Lacking a response from the Field Lieutenant or Watch Commander, the supervisor of record shall make the final determination on whether or not to continue or terminate the pursuit.
True.
County-wide pursuit protocols have been established for inter-agency pursuits within the County of San Diego. What department policy should be referenced for proper radio procedures during a pursuit?
DP 2.01 Communications, Assignment of Talkgroups and proper Radio Procedures
On the event that a pursuit enters another agency’s jurisdiction, who is responsible for the pursuit?
The initiating agency should generally retain jurisdiction and responsibility for the pursuit in progress.
Should or shall? SDPD units (should or shall?) not join in an active pursuit initiated by another agency unless specifically requested and then only with the approval of a field supervisor, Field Lieutenant, or Watch Commander.
Shall
True or false?
The Communication Centers of the other agencies shall be promptly notified of any pursuit approaching their jurisdiction by the SDPD Communications Lead Dispatcher and such notification shall constitute a request for assistance.
False.
Such notification shall not constitute a request for assistance.
Who is responsible for determining if assistance is needed from another agency?
The primary unit or field supervisor.
Shoul or shall?
The primary unit or field supervisor shall be responsible for determining if assistance is needed from another agency and (should or shall?) specify what is needed to accomplish the task.
Shall
Should or shall?
The SDPD Communications Lead Dispatcher (should or shall?) promptly direct pursuit assistance requests to the respective agency.
Shall.
Should or shall?
Pursuing units and supervisors (should or shall?) consider relinquishing the pursuit to that agency when their units are in position to assume control.
Shall.
True or false?
If the primary unit wishes to relinquish the pursuit to another agency, that agency must accept it.
False.
That agency must be willing to accept it.
Should or shall?
If a pursuit is relinquished to another agency, such acknowledgment (should or shall?) be announced on the radio talkgroup in use.
Shall.
True or false?
If the pursuit is actually turned over to another agency, the initiating officer does not need to abandon the pursuit totally.
False.
The initiating officer shall abandon the pursuit totally.
If a pursuit is turned over to another agency, does the initiating officer need to remain available to coordinate with the arresting units if the suspect is arrested?
Yes.
When a pursuit enters another law enforcement jurisdiction (including military facilities), personnel of this department shall immediately abandon the pursuit why a supervisor of that agency orders termination of the pursuit, with the exception of which unit?
Except when the Canine Unit’s assistance is specifically requested by the California Highway Patrol.
When a pursuit enters another law enforcement jurisdiction and their supervisors orders it terminated, officers shall cease Code 3 operation and return to their service area. Does this include pursuits on the freeway assumed by the CHP?
Yes.
True or false?
In joint agency pursuits, there shall be no more than two pursuing units directly involved, including vehicles from other agencies.
True.
Should or shall?
A field supervisor (should or shall?) assume command of such pursuits to assess safety considerations, ensure compliance with department policy, and coordinate with supervisors of other involved agencies.
Shall.
Should or shall?
The field supervisor (should or shall?) direct operations for all officers involved, or transfer that responsibility to the supervisor of the agency taking over responsibility for the pursuit.
Shall.
True or false?
The Watch Commander is the only one who may order a pursuit entering San Diego City limits terminated if they recognize a condition that constitutes an immediate and life threatening danger to the officers or public.
False.
Field Supervisors, the Field Lieutenant, and the Watch Commander may order the pursuit terminated.
When a pursuit entering the city limits is terminated, who will communicate any such directive to the dispatcher of the other agency?
The Lead Dispatcher
When units become involved in pursuits, who shall request aerial assistance from ABLE?
Communications
If ABLE cannot respond, who should be requested next?
A request should be made ASTREA.
How should a request for ASTREA be communicated?
A request should be made via radio on the LAWAIR frequency or intercom for Sheriff’s ASTREA.
Who is responsible for notifying the Air Support Unit of all vehicle pursuits?
The Communications Dispatcher
When ABLE becomes involved in a pursuit, who is in overall control of the pursuit?
The overall control of the pursuit shall remain with the primary ground unit and field supervisor.
Should or shall?
Aircrews (should or shall?) alert responding units to upcoming traffic congestion, hazards, or other factors which might endanger the safety of ground officer(s) or the public.
Shall.
Can the aircrew assume the role of the primary unit?
No.
Should or shall? The aircrew (should or shall?) never assume the role of the primary pursuit unit, as it is not considered an authorized emergency vehicle.
Shall.
Why can the aircrew never assume the role of primary pursuit unit?
It is not considered an authorized emergency vehicle.
The aircrew shall never assume the role of the primary pursuit unit, as it is not considered an authorized emergency vehicle as defined by what section of the CVC?
Section 165 CVC
When would the aircrew not videotape a pursuit?
If it is prohibited by other operations and/or safety procedures.
Should or shall? The aircrew (should or shall?) videotape all pursuits while on scene unless prohibited by other operations and/or safety procedures.
Shall.
True or false?
In some pursuits, it may be prudent to discontinue the pursuit by ground units and allow the aircraft to continue aim “tracking mode” until the suspect can be taken into custody under more favorable conditions.
True.
Can the pursuit supervisor obtain a video copy of the pursuit?
Yes.
For what purpose can the video copy of the pursuit be used?
For training, evidentiary, and/or administrative review purposes.
Who may authorize the release of DVD’s to members of the public or the media?
Only the Chief of Police
Original video tapes of incidents recorded by ABLE are impounded where?
The ABLE Base for evidentiary purposes
What DP number should you refer to if you want to know the procedures for shooting at moving vehicles?
DP 1.05, Firearms Procedure
True or false?
Shooting at or from moving vehicles is prohibited, except when reasonable necessary to protect persons from death or serious bodily injury.
True.
Can any unit actively involved in a pursuit request a spike strip/stop stick deployment?
Yes.
True or false?
After the suspects vehicle has been disabled with spike strips/stop sticks, a high-risk traffic stop should then be completed.
True.
What type of vehicles should spike strips/stop sticks not be used to stop?
Motorcycles, mopeds, or other similar types so vehicles.
Should or shall?
Tire deflation devices (should or shall?) not be used to stop motorcycles, mopeds, or other similar types of vehicles.
Shall.
What vehicle code states that spike strips should generally not be used on any vehicle transporting hazardous materials?
2402.7 CVC
Can spike strips/stop sticks be used on a passenger or school bus transporting passengers, or any vehicle that, by design, may pose an unusual hazard to innocent parties?
Generally, they should not be used. However, in exceptional cases, spike strips/stop sticks may be justified based upon the specific circumstances involved (i.e., hijackings, kidnapping, etc.). In such cases, tire deflation devices should be considered a last resort when all other reasonable pursuit termination tactics have been exhausted.
When can barricading a roadway be considered?
This method may be only used as a last resort to apprehend a dangerous known fell who poses an immediate serious threat to the safety to the public
True or false?
Barricading a roadway must be considered a use of force likely to result in death or serious bodily injury.
True.
Who can approve barricading a roadway?
A field supervisor, the Field Lieutenant, or the Watch Commander
Are there any circumstances where a roadway may be barricaded by occupied vehicles or vehicles belonging to private citizens?
No
In the case of a joint pursuit, who authorizes barricading a roadway?
Barricading a roadway in a joint pursuit is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the agency having jurisdiction over the pursuit.
The communications dispatcher must notify all officers by radio broadcast of the barricaded roadway location to alert officers of the potential hazard. What alert tone should be used?
Alert Tone 2
If a police vehicle “bottomed out” during a pursuit, what, if any, should be done?
The driver shall inspect it for possible damage and notify a supervisor.
If a vehicle “bottomed out” during a pursuit and the driver notifies a supervisor that damage occurred, what shall the supervisor do?
The supervisor shall direct the preparation of the appropriate documentation (I.e. Vehicle Damage and/or Collision Report).
Any questions regarding incidents where a police car is damaged or reporting requirements should be directed to who?
Any questions regarding such incidents and reporting requirements should be directed to the Fleet Safety Sergeant.
At the conclusion of a pursuit, officers should use caution when attempting to apprehend an offender. Officers must exercise self-control, and adhere to which three existing Department Procedures?
Use of Force DP 1.04
Handcuffing, Searching and Transporting DP 6.01
Crime Scene Protection and Preliminary Investigative Reporting DP 6.06
What vehicle code section required that all police pursuits, including non-collision pursuits, be reported on a California Highway Patrol Report CHP-187A (12-05)?
Vehicle Section Code 14602.1
True or false?
A SDPD Pursuit Data Sheet must be completed only in police pursuits that result in a collision.
False, a SDPD Pursuit Data Sheet must be completed on all pursuits.
After a pursuit, what two reports must be completed?
California Highway Patrol Pursuit Report CHP-187A (12-05)
SDPD Pursuit Data Sheet
After a pursuit, the driver of the unit who initiated the pursuit, or assumed the pursuit from another agency, is responsible for filling out what portion of the form CHP187-A?
The top half of the form
After completing the top portion of the CHP-187A, who does the driver of the unit who initiated the pursuit submit this form to, and when does it need to be submitted by?
The driver’s immediate supervisor for immediate supervisor for approval prior to the end of the officer’s workday.
Should or shall?
(After apprehending a vehicle pursuit suspect), The reporting officer (should or shall?) list up to five violations (section 25) for which the suspect/driver was arrested or cited.
Shall
After a pursuit, the pursuing officer’s supervisor needs to do what? (Paperwork or procedures, etc.)
The immediate supervisor shall complete the CHP-187A/SDPD Pursuit Data Sheet form and include a brief synopsis of the event and a factual evaluation concerning compliance with the Department’s pursuit policy.
The Fleet Safety Sergeant coordinates with each command on pursuit report discrepancies, and directs the mailing of the forms to the CHP within how many days of the pursuit occurance?
Within 30 days
Should or shall?
The Communications Division (should or shall?) electronically provide a pursuit incident log to the area commands and Traffic Division to assist in tracking pursuits.
Shall
Should or shall?
A SDPD Traffic unit (should or shall?) conduct the collision investigation of record on all injury, and non-injury traffic collisions resulting from pursuits that occur within the City of San Diego.
Shall
Investigations of traffic collisions in other jurisdictions resulting from a pursuit initiated by SDPD units shall be the responsibility of which agency?
It shall be the responsibility of the agency within whose jurisdiction the collision occurs.
What division is responsible for making sure that every sworn employee receives pursuit training?
In-service Training
How often should sworn employees receive pursuit training?
Annually
