2022 Test Questions

Question 1

(MACTAC)
Definition of Resource Team

Answer 1

Compliant with National Incident Management System (NIMS), a strike team is comprised of 4-
5 officers brought together as a tactical response team.

Question 2

(UOF) Projectile Weapons may be used against persons who are holding a firearm if it can be utilized to de-escalate and intervene with a potential deadly force situation, however the following conditions must be met:

Answer 2

1) A minimum of two officers are present, one acting as lethal coverage.

2) Officer have considered the use of available cover/concealment.

Question 3

(UOF) Blank Force: A level of control that balances against a subject who is assaultive and has the potential to cause injury or substantial pain.

Answer 3

Intermediate

Question 4

(UOF) When using the LL SG and 40 MM In Intermediate Force what are the approved distances?

Answer 4

LL SG - distance 7 yards or greater
40 MM - distance 5 yards or greater

Question 5

(UOF) Additional Considerations for OC Spray in a protest or demonstration.

Answer 5

OC Spray may only be used when authorized by an Incident Commander in response to imminent threat or harm.

Question 6

(UOF) A blank who also uses force (empty hand, OC spray, or firearm) is required to complete a UOF Report.

Answer 6

Civilian Employee

Question 7

(UOF) What are the Levels of Control?

Answer 7

1) Low Level Force - A level of control that balances against a subject who is compliant or obstructive and is neither likely nor intended to cause injury.

2) Intermediate Force - A level of control that balances against a subject who is assaultive and has potential to cause injury or substantial pain.

3) Deadly Force - A degree of force which balances against a subject whose actions are life-threatening and likely to result in death or substantial bodily injury.

Question 8

(PUOF) Regarding the ECD, what uses are considered reportable force?

Answer 8

1) Spark Displays
2) Touch Stun
3) Probe Mode

Question 9

(PUOF) T/F - Blocking is a permitted tactic and is not considered a UOF.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

(PUOF) All reportable UOF on a subject, regardless of visible injury, will be blank and blank into Blue Team.

Answer 10

Photographed
Downloaded

Question 11

(UOF) The reasonableness of a particular use of force must be judged from the perspective of a blank officer on the scene, rather than with 20/20 vision of hindsight.

Answer 11

Judicious

Question 12

(UOF) Blank will not be used for verbally uncooperative persons.

Answer 12

Handcuffs

Question 13

(UOF) When responding to a security office where a subject has been placed in handcuffs prior to the officer’s arrival, the officer blank place LVMPD handcuffs on the subject until the officer has blank or blank based on their independent investigation.

Answer 13

Will not
Reasonable Suspicion
Probable Cause

Question 14

(POUF) In a non-deadly post UOF investigation where an officer fired the 40 mm four times, the supervisor will.

Answer 14

Determine the level of force

Question 15

(UOF) Any officer present, regardless or rank, and observing another officer using force that is clearly beyond what is justified or objectively reasonable, under the circumstances will.

Answer 15

The officer will Promptly report these observations and efforts made to intervene to a supervisor.

Question 16

(Code 3 Driving) Code 3 driving is a police tactic used in responding to an emergency. Blank, blank, and blank are important elements of a code 3 response to ensure officers are maximizing safety while minimizing risks.

Answer 16

Good Judgment
Communication
Coordination

Question 17

(Foot Pursuits) A supervisor will respond to a foot pursuit when the following occur:

Answer 17

1) Injury to an officer, citizen, or suspect,
2) Any entry into a residence or similar structure, regardless if it is occupied or not.
3) Any reportable force.
4) Any other unusual occurrence that warrants supervisory oversight.

Question 18

(Foot Pursuit) A supervisor will make reasonable efforts to blank, blank, and blank of the foot pursuit.

Answer 18

Ascertain information
Direct responding resources
Take command

Question 19

(CBA) Medical Emergency Leave-

Answer 19

1 time provision of 48 hours of vacation leave per fiscal year.

Question 20

(CBA) Sick Leave- Immediate Family-

Answer 20

Immediate Family- CURRENT IN LAWS!!!!!!!!!

Question 21

(CBA) By 6th month of pregnancy

Answer 21

develop tentative plan with Health Section for leave usage.

Question 22

4.104 Domestic Violence Investigations

Officers will immediately contact their supervisor in cases when? (5 things)

Answer 22

1) Felony DV has occurred.
2) A law enforcement employee of any agency is involved as a suspect or victim.
3) Parties involved are believed to pimp and prostitute.
4) A suspect under arrest has a previous conviction for DV and is in possession of a firearm and/or ammunition.
5) A mutual arrest is considered.

Question 23

4.104 Domestic Violence Investigations

The supervisor will:
In cases when a law enforcement employee of any agency is involved as a suspect or victim of DV, blank notify the blank (if unavailable, contact the blank supervisor) and the blank to respond.

Answer 23

Immediately
Watch Commander
Criminal Investigations Section
Area Lieutenant

Question 24

4.108 Transporting Arrestees

In a standard one or two officer patrol vehicle equipped with a partition cage, up to blank arrestees of the same or opposite sex may be transported in the blank seat. In a two officer unit the second officer in the blank seat will periodically monitor suspects.

Answer 24

Two
Rear
Front Passenger

Question 25

4.108 Transporting Arrestees

Officers will not be diverted to any other law enforcement activities while transporting unless the risk to third parties is. (4 things)

Answer 25

Clear
Grave
The risk to arrestee is minimal
Supervisory approval is given

Question 26

4.116 Driving / Vehicle Procedures

Investigations of Dept. Vehicle Collisions

Supervisor will:
Ensure that a blank is completed on the involved member and forward a copy to the blank and blank for entry in the member’s blank training record.

Answer 26

Check Ride Report (LVMPD 461)
VCB
AOST
UMLV

Question 27

4.116 Driving/Vehicle Procedures

Definition of Collision:

Answer 27

An occurrence in which a vehicle collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, animal, bicycle, road debris, or stationary object such as a tree, pole, or building resulting in bodily injury, a complaint of bodily injury, death of a person, or results in a total damage to any vehicle or item of property to an apparent extent of $750 or more.

Question 28

4.116 Driving/Vehicle Procedures

Definition of Incident:

Answer 28

A separate category from a collision, is an occurrence in which a vehicle collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, animal, bicycle, road debris, or stationary object such as a tree, pole, or building not resulting in bodily injury, a complaint of bodily injury, death of a person, or results in the total damage to any vehicle or item of property to an apparent extent of less than $750.

Question 29

4.116 Driving/Vehicle Procedures

Criteria for Department Vehicle Incident Report (LVMPD 42) (5 things) and who investigates incidents.

Answer 29

1) Visible damage is apparently minor.
2) No injuries or claimed injuries.
3) Involves citizen vehicle or non-motorist involved.
4) Training collision with serious injury or death or major property damage.
5) Any use of PIT, blocking with contact, pinching, or ramming.

Traffic Bureau Officer or Traffic Bureau Supervisor

Question 30

(MACTAC) Definition of Transition Area

Answer 30

An area designated as a delineation between the clean (unaffected) and dirty (affected) areas of an event. This area should have officers present to sweep everyone for weapons. The injured will be swept and moved to the formal triage, treatment, and transport (TTT) area(s), while uninjured/witnesses will be swept and moved to a refuge area.

Question 31

(MACTAC) Definition of Hot Zone
Answer- 3. (MACTAC) Definition of Hot Zone

Answer 31

Define by incident command, a hot zone is a geographic area with a known threat. Persons in this area should only be law enforcement or armed personnel who are attempting to isolate, contain, or neutralize any hostile threat(s).

Question 32

(MACTAC) STAR Protocol vs. MACTAC slowed momentum vs. need for IMMEDIATE INTERVENTION

Answer 32

The MACTAC response policy cannot be used in conjunction with traditional STAR de-escalation protocol. STAR de-escalation protocol emphasizes slowed momentum to gather resources whereas the MACTAC response policy highlights the need for immediate intervention.

Question 33

(MACTAC) LIFE SAFETY is the absolute priority of MACTAC

Answer 33

It is a policy of this department to provide a standardized, regional response to an active assailant, hostage siege, and/or terrorist attack in LVMPD jurisdiction, that prioritizes life safety.

Question 34

(ICS 100) Definition of Unity of Command

Answer 34

While chain of command related to the overall hierarchy of the organization, unity of command deals with the fact that all individuals have a single designated supervisor they report to. Based on the principle of unity of command, you will report to only one ICS supervisor and receive work assignments only from your ICS supervisor.

Question 35

(ICS 100) The incident Commander’s SUPPORT POSITION

Answer 35

is a DEPUTY

Question 36

(ICS 100/200) General Staff- 4 sections

Answer 36

Incident command- Operations Sections, Planning Section, Logistics Section, Finance/Administration Section.

Question 37

(ICS 100) Span of Control is 3-7 with 1 Supervisor to 5 reporting elements preferred

Answer 37

Span of control refers to the number of individuals or resources that one supervisor can manage effectively during an incident. The optimal span of control is one supervisor to five subordinates

Question 38

(Bomb Threats) Field Supervisor WILL-

Answer 38

Establish ICS and completed ICS AAR. Respond to and assume command of the scene. The field supervisor or senior officer in charge will remain at the scene to brief the ARMOR supervisor of all relevant matters. Establish incident command system (ICS) in accordance with LVMPD 3.500 Major incident and all hazard plan and completes ICS-AAR as required.

Question 39

(Bomb Threats) Field supervisor will

Answer 39

Assign an additional Officer to the primary location to assist in communications.

Question 40

(Bomb Threats) What are the two Command and Control locations

Answer 40

The Tactical Operations Center and the Field Command Post

Question 41

(Bomb Threats) When can EDD be used? (Not a test question was trick answer)

Answer 41

Explosive Detector Dogs can be used for bomb threats, Located or suspected explosive devices, detonated explosive devices, Dignitary Protection sweeps. Trained to find the presence of explosive substances to include firearms and ammunition. The EDD can be used to search offices, casinos, vehicles, parking lots, aircraft, luggage, packages, schools and locker rooms to detect such substances.

Question 42

(Bomb Threats) 25/100ft search (Know Definition)

Answer 42

• Done to protect first responders from any possible devices that may be placed to injure, maim, and kill them upon arrival. These searches should be conducted from low-to-high in a 360-degree manner around the “safe area”. When responding to a bomb threat, unattended item, or suspicious item, officers should conduct 25- and 100-foot searches.
  1. Upon arrival officers should do visual search of 25 feet around their initial arrival location;
  2. After the initial 25- foot search, a 100-foot search should be conducted;
  3. If a new location is established for a command post, the 25- and 100- foot searches will be conducted again. The use of an EDD should be utilized if available.

Question 43

(Bomb Threats) Evacuation protocol

Answer 43

When requesting ARMOR, advise a responsible person from the establishment of the potential for explosion and initiate an evacuation of the premises. At least two floors above and below the device should be evacuated in a high-rise building.

Question 44

(Bomb Threats) ARMOR Sections WILL

Answer 44

ARMOR supervisor will assess the situation, the device, its potential and possible time limitation (this should be done, if possible, in coordination with any necessary supporting agencies) Realignment of the evacuation perimeter will be recommended by ARMOR supervisor, if necessary.Coordinate with Counter terrorism section (CTS) to assist with investigative responsibilities.
Provide information to the Watch Desk for coordination with CTS if terrorism nexus is determined. Make all notifications to other sections and agencies as required (e.g., Fire Dept, K9, ATF, FBI).

Question 45

(STAR Protocol) 3 at minimum and a Supervisor will be dispatched

Answer 45

There is credible information the subject is armed with a firearm or other dangerous weapon (not simulated or unseen) and is using it in a manner that can cause death or serious bodily injury.
Subject is acting in a threatening manner with a weapon.
This will not include open-carry subjects or pocketknives, when carrying the weapon(s) is the sole justification for the call. Dispatch a minimum of 3 officers to the call. Advise and assign the area supervisor to the event.

Question 46

(STAR Protocol) Supervisor WILL

Answer 46

Maintain the STAR de-escalation protocol, unless the first-arriving unit confirmed the incident no longer meets the criteria of a STAR de-escalation protocol response.
In incidents determined to no longer meet the criteria of STAR de-escalation protocol, supervisors will ensure units advise communications of the reasoning and that Communications updates the event accordingly

Question 47

(MAJOR Incident Major Incident and All Hazard Plan 3.500) Definition of ICS

Answer 47

The standard tool used for command, control, response coordination, and overall management of complex incidents, planned events, or emergencies. This system permits a clear point of command and can be expanded or contracted with ease.

Question 48

(MAJOR Incident Major Incident and All Hazard Plan 3.500) Top 3 priorities for establishing incident objectives:

Answer 48

Regardless of size or type of incident, the top 3 priorities for establishing incident objectives are;
1. Life Safety
2. Incident Stabilization
3. Property Preservation

Question 49

(Major Incident) Transfer of Command; Size, Type, Complexity

Answer 49

Supervisor may leave the patrol officer in command on and will ensure that the decisions made by the officer in the position of IC are sound and within the guidelines of department policy

Question 50

(Barricaded Suspect) Definition of Barricaded Suspect- Open Field included

Answer 50

A subject who is believed to have been involved in a criminal act or is a significant threat to themselves or safety of others; refuses to submit to arrest and may be armed; is in a position of advantage, affording cover and concealment; or is contained in an open area, and the presence or approach of police officers could precipitate an adverse reaction by the subject.

Question 51

(Barricaded Suspect) Patrol Supervisor WILL: (Steps for Barricade)

Answer 51

1. Upon arrival, assess the situation and take command by prioritizing and communicating objectives.
2. Reinforce the inner perimeter and establish a secondary perimeter based on the nature of the incident.
3. Direct units to stop any inbound foot or vehicle traffic.
4. Assign officers as an immediate-action team (designating roles such as verbal communication, low lethality options, hands on, etc.) to control the subject should they exit the structure.
5. Gather intelligence, make a determination for the need of SWAT and negotiators to respond, and make the request via communications (when possible, the patrol supervisor should also communicate telephonically with the SWAT tactical commander).
6. Evacuate or shelter-in-place bystanders and injured persons from the vicinity around the suspects location.
7. Designate an officer with strong verbal skills to make contact with the subject to determine the subject’s intent. If contact is made with the subject, ensure officers remain in a tactically sound position, using effective cover and concealment. Efforts should be made to persuade the suspect to voluntarily surrender.
8. Request a dedicated radio channel with a dispatcher, if required.
9. Communicate with a direct subsequent arriving supervisors to perform other tasks that require handling.
10. Any subsequent arriving supervisors will assess and determine where they are needed and establish communication with the first arriving supervisor to provide support. All supervisors on scene have a responsibility in the command and control process.
11. Designate an officer to record names and addresses of person and residences evacuated.

Question 52

(Barricaded Suspect) Patrol Supervisor WILL make determination for need of SWAT (not CNT)

Answer 52

Gather intelligence, make a determination for the need of SWAT and negotiators to respond, and make the request via communications (when possible, the patrol supervisor should also communicate telephonically with the SWAT tactical commander).

Question 53

(Hostage Plan) Patrol Supervisor will retain command of ICP

Answer 53

The Patrol supervisor will also retain command of the incident command post ICP, staging area, secondary perimeter, and other police operations. The mere presence of senior officer will not imply the assumption of command

Question 54

27. (Hostage Plan) Confirmed hostage, COMMUNICATIONS will notify

Answer 54

Communications will notify the following for a confirmed hostage incident and advise the field supervisor when notifications have been made:
a. SWAT tactical commander
b. Other agencies, as applicable

Question 55

(Hostage Plan) What is 2nd thing you’ll do after arriving on HR

Answer 55

• Reinforce the inner perimeter and establish a secondary perimeter based on the nature of the incident

Question 56

(UOF) Projectile Weapon MAY be used against persons holding a FA to de-escalate (2 Factors)

Answer 56

• Projectile weapons may be used against person who are holding a firearm if it can be utilized to de-escalate and intervene with a potential deadly force situation; however, the following conditions must be met;
  1. A minimum of two officers are present, one officer acting as lethal coverage.
  2. Officers have considered the use of available cover/ concealment.

Question 57

(PUOF) Reportable Force/ BLUE Team not required

Answer 57

for baton to a dog

Question 58

(UOF) 7 yards for LL SG/ 5 yards for 40

Answer 58

Intermediate Force- Low lethality shotgun when fired at a distance of seven yards or greater and 40mm Specialty impact weapon when fired at a distance of five yards or greater.

Question 59

32. (UOF) OC Spray authorized by IC on protests

Answer 59

In a protest or demonstration situation, OC spray may only be used when authorized by an Incident commander in response to imminent threat of harm.

Question 60

33. (UOF) Reportable Force for civilian employees

Answer 60

• A civilian employee who also uses force (empty hand, OC spray, or firearm) is required to complete a use of force report. Cadet/PSR

Question 61

34. (UOF) Know Levels of Control

Answer 61

• Levels of control Low level, intermediate, Deadly force

Question 62

35. (UOF) Spark Display

Answer 62

) Answer- Spark display, Touch stun, probe mode are all Intermediate uses of force which require blue team.

Question 63

36. (PUOF) BLUE Team and photographs required for any reportable force, visible signs of injury/ complaint of injury.

Answer 63

A. Supervisor will respond without delay to an incident in which reportable force is used.
B. Determine the level of force was used or if there is substantial bodily injury. Wounds not amounting to substantial bodily injury may include a broken wrist, cracked tooth, abrasions, or sprains.
C. Conduct an investigation by interviewing the subjects, officers, medical personnel, and witnesses.
D. ENSURE PHOTOGRAPHS ARE TAKEN AND PLACED INTO BLUE TEAM, TO INCLUDE THE SUBJECTS, THE SCENE, AND OFFICERS INVOLVED AND COLLECT ANY EVIDENCE.
E. For the review of body worn camera video, see LVMPD 7.136 Body Worn Cameras.
F. Check the surrounding area for any video surveillance, obtain a copy, and ensure the third-party video is impounded as evidence and noted in Blue Team.
G. Review all applicable reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Question 64

(UOF/ Arrests W/O Warrants) Handcuffs will not be used for verbally uncooperative persons.

Answer 64

10 approved use for handcuffs
A. Articulable facts that the subject is PHYSICALLY uncooperative.
B. Articulable facts that a subject’s actions may present physical danger to themselves or others if not restrained.
C. Reasonable possibility of flight based on the actions of the subject.
D. Information that the subject is currently armed.
E. The stop closely follows a violent crime, and the subject matches specific parts of a description.
F. Articulable facts that a crime of violence is about to occur.
G. Suicidal persons
H. During a search warrant service, as is reasonably necessary, to execute the warrant.
I. Persons being transported to detoxification facility.
J. By officers moving in-custody subjects.

Question 65

(UOF) In-custody calls

Answer 65

When responding to a security officer where a subject has been placed in handcuffs prior to the officers arrival, the officer will not place LVMPD handcuffs on the subject until the officer has REASONABLE SUSPICION or PROBABLE CAUSE based on their independent investigation

Question 66

39. (UOF) ‘Blocking’ is not

Answer 66

• Blocking is the positioning of a police vehicle in the path of an occupied subject vehicle where contact between the vehicles is anticipated to be minimal, and the potential for injuries is low. The intent of blocking is to prevent an avenue of escape by the safe placement of a police vehicle. Blocking is not a use of force. Blocking is a permitted tactic and is not considered a use of force

Question 67

PUOF) Non-Deadly Force (40mm fired 4 times)

Answer 67

• Regardless of number of times fired, Supervisor on scene will determine level of force based on distance of end of barrel to location of suspect. Greater than 5 yards- Intermediate Use of force, Less than 5 yards – Deadly Force.

Question 68

• Regardless of number of times fired, Supervisor on scene will determine level of force based on distance of end of barrel to location of suspect. Greater than 5 yards- Intermediate Use of force, Less than 5 yards – Deadly Force.

Answer 68

Any officer present, regardless of rank, and observing another officer using force that is clearly beyond what is justified or objectively reasonable under the circumstances will, when in a safe position to do so, intercede to prevent the use of unreasonable force. THE OFFICERS WILL PROMPTLY REPORT THESE OBSERVATIONS AND THE EFFORTS MADE TO INTERVENE TO A SUPERVISOR. If the supervisor is
using unjustified force, the officer will report it to the next level of supervision. If the observing officer is a supervisor, they will issue a direct order to stop the violation.

Question 69

43. (C3 Driving) Good Judgment, Communication and COORDINATION

Answer 69

Elements to Code 3 driving- Code 3 driving is a police tactic used in responding to an emergency. Good judgement, communication, and coordination are important elements to a code 3 response that ensures officers are maximizing safety while minimizing risks.

Question 70

Veh. Pursuits) Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits/ OOJ Pursuits

Answer 70

An LVMPD supervisor will not assign officers to participate in such pursuits unless assistance is requested by the initiating agency, and they provide sufficient information (Including the crime the suspects are believed to have committed) so that an LVMPD supervisor can determine if the pursuit is in compliance with the provisions of this policy.

Question 71

(Veh. Pursuits) There are no apparent injuries as result of accident*** damage to unit is MINOR, no unit is available to assume the pursuit or respond to the unit involved.

Answer 71

Pursuit will be conducted only for violent felony/ clear and immediate danger to public. Answer- An officer involved in a motor vehicle collision during an emergency response, or a pursuit will immediately discontinue involvement and take proper action as required by NRS484E and department directives unless;
1. No unit available to assume the pursuit or respond to the unit involved.
2. Damage to the unit is minor, and it can still be operated without danger.
3. There are no apparent injuries as a result of the collision.

Question 72

(Foot Pursuits) Supervisor will respond foot pursuits when 4 things occur:

Answer 72

1. Injury to an officer, citizen or suspect.
2. Any entry into a residence or similar structure, regardless if it is occupied or not;
3. Any reportable force; or
4. Any other unusual occurrence that warrants supervisory oversight.

Question 73

(Foot Pursuits)

Answer 73

A supervisor will make reasonable efforts to ascertain information, direct responding resources, and take command of the foot pursuits.

Question 74

(CBRNE) First Supervisor on scene will

Answer 74

1. Establish a command post (at a safe distance upwind from the scene).
2. Assign second or third unit arriving at the command post to check the immediate area for possible secondary devices. The officers conducting the check should not touch suspicious objects. The locations that have been thoroughly checked should be marked so the explosive detector dogs or bomb squad can eliminate those not marked as threats.
3. Review established security perimeter and ensure no personnel are deployed in a designated contaminated area without proper protective equipment.
4. Determine the need for an outer perimeter depending on the circumstances of the incident.
5. Coordinate the evacuation of the area downwind of the spillage or suspected spillage, with the ARMOR section or fire department, in accordance with the table of isolation and evacuation distances found in the ERG. Department members will not conduct resources without utilizing the proper protective equipment and being trained in it use.
6. Request communications to make notifications.

Question 75

(Protests) Definition of ‘Buffer Zone’

Answer 75

A safety zone maintained by officers which creates distance and space between opposing groups.

Question 76

(Protests) Field Force Extrications

Answer 76

Devices utilized that physically or mechanically connects a person or animal to a stationary objects. When subjects refuse to release themselves from these protester devices, each individual protester will be advised they are under arrest and given an additional chance to comply before force is used to remove the devices.

Question 77

(Protests) Orders to Disperse (Know ‘em all regular, property, immediate threat

Answer 77

When confronting a dangerous crowd or a situation where public safety has been compromised, the department will declare it an unlawful assembly and attempt to provide orders to disperse at least three times, given demonstrator ample time to leave the area. Unless there is an immediate risk to public safety or significant property damage is occurring, reasonable time will be allowed for a crowd to comply with commands before enforcement action is taken. If there is an immediate threat of physical harm or death to a person, then no order to disperse must be provided. The determination to give the order to disperse is the responsibility of the IC upon consultation with the on scene lieutenant. Isolated, nonviolent, unlawful activity by individuals should not automatically from the basis to declare an assembly unlawful; those acts should be addressed independently.

Question 78

(Protests) OC authorized by IC (Use of Force During a Protest)

Answer 78

Deployment of aerosol irritants will only be used at the direction of the incident commander, and only after clear warning has been given and when avenues of egress are available to the crowd.

Question 79

53. (Arrests Procedures DOA) 6 crimes will not release arrestee to medical.

Answer 79

• When contacted by an arresting officer regarding releasing an arrestee to medical personnel, ensure that the arrestee is not released from custody if the following charges are applicable;
  1. Crime(s) against an officer.
  2. Domestic violence or driver on a DWI revoked license or any other charge when arrest is mandated by statute.
  3. Any violent crime against person with significant injury.
  4. Any violent crime involving the use of deadly force.
  5. Sexual assault
  6. Kidnapping

Question 80

(Arrests W/O Warrants) Arresting Officer WILL

Answer 80

Making a warrantless arrest the arresting officer will:
1. Use only a reasonable amount of force to make the arrest.
2. Restrain the arrestee by handcuffing their hand behind the back, unless handicapped, obese, or other physical reasons exist for not doing so.
3. Inform the suspect that they are under arrest and name the criminal offense or cause for arrest.
4. Search the arrestee for weapons and instruments or fruits of the crime that are upon their person and/or within their immediate control.
5. If interrogation is to follow, give the arrestee the Miranda warning beforehand.
6. Protect and safeguard the arrestee and personal property.
7. Transport the arrestee to the appropriate detention facility.
8. Complete arrest procedures in accordance with LVMPD.

Question 81

Arrests W/O Warrants) Battery between siblings, cousins, current roommates

Answer 81

NRS states that the officer has discretion to arrest, cite, or give and advisement when there is probable cause to believe that a battery was committed within the preceding seven days upon:
1. A person with whom the suspect is residing;
2. A sibling by blood or marriage (if the person is not the custodian or guardian of the sibling);
3. A cousin (if the person is not the custodian or guardian of the cousin)

Question 82

(Arrests W/O Warrants) Supervisor will signs Property Report

Answer 82

• Releasing property of an arrestee to a third party the supervisor will Sign property report before the arrestee is transported to the appropriate detention facility.

Question 83

(Arrests W/O Warrants) Supervisor notified on cash value

Answer 83

• The officer will request the presence of a supervisor when;
  1. The release of currency to a third party is over $100.00.
  2. The release of non currency items to a third party appears to be valued over $250.00

Question 84

(DV Investigations) Officers shall immediately contact supervisor in cases when: 5 times officers will immediately contact their supervisor in cases when;

Answer 84

1. Felony domestic violence has occurred.
2. A law enforcement employee of any agency is involved as a suspect or victim.
3. Parties involved are believed to be a pimp and prostitute.
4. A suspect under arrest has a previous conviction for domestic violence and is in possession of a firearm and/ or ammunition.
5. A mutual arrest is considered.

Question 85

(DV Investigations) The supervisor will, LE employee of any agency notify WC/ CIS Sup. And Area LT

Answer 85

1. In cases of mutual arrest, ensure that every attempt has been made to try and determine a primary physical aggressor and that probable cause exists for both arrest prior to giving approval for any mutual arrest.
2. In cases meeting the Family justice center (FJC) call-out criteria, immediately notify FJC detectives. Current criteria can be obtained through the dispatch supervisor. For cases that do not meet the FJC call-out criteria, contact the area command on duty or on-call PD detective squad.
3. If parties involved are believed to be a pimp or prostitute, immediately notify the Vice section.
4. The supervisor will in cases when a law enforcement employee of any agency is involved as a suspect or victim of a domestic violence, immediately notify the watch commander (if unavailable, contact the criminal investigations section supervisor) and the area lieutenant to respond.
5. Review all reports for accuracy and consistency, including jurisdiction, elements of the crime, and probable cause.

Question 86

(Transporting Prisoners/arrestees) Vehicles with partition cages. 2 Officers WITH prisoner screen- 2nd officer sits in front seat

Answer 86

In a standard one or two officer patrol vehicle equipped with a partition cage, up to two arrestees of the same or opposite sex may be transported in the rear seat. In a two officer unit, the second officer in the front passenger seat will periodically monitor arrestees. No more than two arrestees will be transported without supervisory approval.

Question 87

(Transporting Prisoners) Transport without delay (Clear, grave, minimal, supervisor approval)

Answer 87

Officers will not be diverted to any other law enforcement activities while transporting unless the risk to third parties is both clear, and grave, the risk to the arrestee is minimal, and supervisory approval is given.

Question 88

(Driving Procedures) Investigations of Department Vehicle Collisions Supervisor will send check ride, post accident, to;

Answer 88

VCB and AOST for entry into UMLV Training Record A. If a commissioned supervisor, respond and conduct preliminary investigation.
1. If the collision involves any other citizen vehicle, non-motorist, significant property damage, PIT, blocking, pinching, or ramming, request a Traffic Bureau unit to respond.
2. If the collision only rises to the level of an incident and no other citizen vehicle or nonmotorist was involved, LVMPD property vs LVMPD property, single vehicle damage on or off

road or single vehicle vs private property with minor or no apparent damage, complete and submit and LVMPD 393 to the involved members bureau/ area commander.
B. Ensure that a check ride report LVMPD 461 is completed on the involved member and forward a copy to the VCB and Advanced Officer Skills Training (AOST) for entry in the members UMLV training record. Motor officers assigned to the Traffic Bureau will be required to complete a check ride with a certified motor instructor. Completion of this check ride will be documented in UMLV, and a copy forwarded to the VCB.
C. Ensure the involved member completes a Collision Report in Blue Team or memo as required.
D. Direct the involved member to contact the litigation section with any inquiries.

Question 89

(Driving Procedures) minor damage, no injury, involves citizen vehicle or non motorist, less than $750

Answer 89

• Department Vehicle Incident Report LVMPD 42 Investigator will be traffic Bureau officer or Traffic Bureau supervisor.
  1. Visible damage is apparently minor (small dents/scratches, undercarriage damage)
  2. No injuries or claimed injuries
  3. Involves citizen vehicle or non-motorist involved.
  4. Training collision with serious injury or death or major property damage.
  5. Any use of PIT, blocking with contact, pinching, or ramming.
  Action- Email to members chain of command through assistant sheriff.

Question 90

(Driving Procedures) Definition of INCIDENT

Answer 90

A separate category from a collision, is an occurrence in which a vehicle, pedestrian animal, bicycle, road debris, or stationary object such as a tree, pole, or building not resulting in bodily injury, a compliant of bodily injury, death of a person, or results in the total damage to any vehicle or item of property to an apparent extent of less than $750.

Question 91

(Driving Procedures) Definition of COLLISION

Answer 91

An occurrence in which a vehicle collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, animal, bicycle, road debris, or stationary object such as a tree, pole, or building resulting in bodily injury, a compliant of bodily injury, death of a person, or results in the total damage to any vehicle or item of property to an apparent extent of $750 or more.

Question 92

66. (Missing Persons) Suzanne’s Law- 20 yoa or under 2 hours mandated entry

Answer 92

• In accordance with the National Child Search Assistance Act of 1990 (as amended) and the federally mandated Suzanne’s Law, entry into NCIC will be made under the following circumstances;
  1. All juveniles, 17, years old and younger, will be entered into NCIC immediately upon receiving the required minimum data elements, not to exceed two hours.
  2. Missing person 18-20 years old (even though legally considered adults) will also be entered into NCIC in accordance with the federally mandated Suzanne’s Law immediately upon receiving the required minimum data elements, not to exceed two hours.
  A. The minimum data elements are;
  1. Name
  2. DOB
  3. Sex
  4. Race
  5. Height
  6. Weight
  7. Hair color
  8. Eye color
  9. Date/time of last known contact.

Question 93

(421/419) Life threatening head injury- ICR and photographs

Answer 93

• If the injured person is suffering from a potential life threatening injury or substantial head trauma, an ICR (sick or injured person) will be completed in the P1 records management system and photographs will be taken to document details of the event.

Question 94

68. (421/419) Firearms at the scene of a dead body call (know all of it)

Answer 94

Only the firearm used in an incident (suicide, accidental shooting, ETC.) will be impounded as evidence by a crime scene analyst. Patrol officers may impound other firearms for safekeeping only when a threat to life or safety exists- notating the jurisdiction when doing so- and when the Public administrator is not available. The public administrator may secure tangible assets of the estate, including firearms (see NRS 253.0405) The coroner investigator will not collect any firearms.

Question 95

(SARA) Coordinates with appropriate COP officers to analyze problems/ determine responses

Answer 95

• Procedure, Officer Patrol/traffic/detective
  Coordinate with the appropriate COP officers to analyze problems and to determine responses.

Question 96

(Search/Seizure) Field Strip Searches

Answer 96

1) Field strip searches of a prisoner will be conducted only in the rarest of circumstances where the life of officers or others may be placed at risk and only with the explicit approval of a lieutenant and only in the presence of a supervisor.

2) Field strip searches of CI’s will be conducted in the presence of two officers before and after the operation.

Question 97

(Search/Seizure) P/C evidence in a vehicle. Vehicle Readily Mobile.

Answer 97

Motor vehicle searches- Pursuant to a lawful stop, vehicles may be searched under the following circumstances when P/C evidence is contained in the vehicle.
-Search pursuant to a Search Warrant
-Vehicle is Readily Mobile
-Consent Search

Question 98

(Search/Seizure) Document in CAD if no OR or DOAR is generated.

Answer 98

Exceptions to search warrant requirements.
-Verbal - either electronically recorded or written consent is preferable; however, consent may be given verbally. A witness officer is preferred for verbal consent. For officer safety concerns, two officers must be present when the search is conducted.
- If no Officers Report or DOAR is generated, the officer will document the consent given for the search in CAD prior to clearing the call.

Question 99

Protecting Crime Scene - First arriving officers will…(4 steps)

Answer 99

First-arriving officer will:

1. Render first aid and summon medical assistance when responding to crimes against a person involving bodily injury.
2. Place yellow crime scene tape around the perimeter of the crime scene.
3. Remove all unauthorized persons, including officers, from the inner perimeter of the crime scene.
4. Ensure unauthorized vehicles do not enter the inner perimeter of the crime scene.

Question 100

Who will be responsible for the collection of BWC’s on OIS or Deadly Use of Force?

Answer 100

FIT Personnel

Note:

1. Involved personnel and/or any supervisor or representative will not view the BWC recording
   prior to FIT or CIRT viewing the footage, except when exigent circumstances exist.
2. Involved officer or witness officers will be allowed to view their own BWC recording prior to a
   scene walk through and subsequent FIT/CIRT statement.
3. The supervisor taking the involved officers public safety statement will also ensure that BWC are
   not sued to record any part of the officers public safety statement.
4. FIT personnel will be responsible for collecting and securing the BWC from all involved and
   witness officers upon arrival at the scene, FIT or CIRT is responsible for upload of video into
   Evidence.com.

Question 101

When will officers be dispatched to Emergency calls?

Answer 101

Emergency calls will be dispatched to on-shift units up to the conclusion of their shift. This applies to all shifts. The supervisor will be notified immediately of emergency calls that are pending.

Question 102

When will officers be dispatched to non-emergency/routine calls?

Answer 102

Communications will dispatch on-shift units to routine calls (including report calls) up to 45 minutes before the conclusion of their shift. Report calls will not be held for a cadet or patrol services representative (PSR) unit when area units are clear and not responding to higher priority calls.

Question 103

Definition of Significant Event (EIIP)

Answer 103

Any on- or off-duty incident a member experiences that may adversely affect their well-being (i.e., involvement in an officer-involved shooting [OIS], victim or witness to violence against a person, responding to mass casualty event, loss of a family member, personal involvement in divorce, victim of a crime, etc.).

Question 104

Social Media- Are officers allowed to tag/post other department members on social media sites?

Answer 104

NO - Department members are prohibited from disclosing information pertaining to any other members of the Department without permission of the affected member (to include “tagging” in text or photos).

Question 105

What is the Amnesty Provision for self-reporting?

Answer 105

An employee may voluntarily self-identify as an abuser of prescription or over-the-counter drugs or alcohol before being identified through other means. Such self-identification may occur through any supervisor in the employee’s chain-of-command or an association representative who then has an obligation to report it to the Office of Labor Relations. Under these circumstances, the employee will participate in a mandatory rehabilitation program paid for by the employee and/or the appropriate health insurance carrier. The employee will also be subject to the conditions of a Last Chance Agreement, which will include unannounced testing for a two-year period.

This Last Chance Agreement is not subject to any purge provisions set out by contract or policy and will remain as an employment record throughout the employee’s employment or subsequent re-employment. However, as a special condition of the amnesty program, the Last Chance Agreement will only remain in the employee’s personnel file consistent with the department’s purge policy for a major suspension. Thereafter, the document will be maintained in a separate file in the Office of Labor Relations and can be acted upon if subsequent drug-related offenses arise.

Any failure on the part of the employee to meet the provisions of the Last Chance Agreement will be cause for termination. At any time after self-identification, wherein the employee tests positive for any substance that is being abused, the employee may be terminated.

Question 106

What is the per se impairment level for discipline for alcohol use on duty?

Answer 106

.02 - A concentration of alcohol that indicates .02 percent or above, at the time of a BAC test is per se impairment and may be ground for discipline.

Question 107

(Drug Free Workplace)
Reasonable Suspicion Drug Testing. A supervisor will do what?

Answer 107

Supervisor will conduct a preliminary investigation (which May include and FST). The supervisor should request a secondary supervisor to observe any indicators of impairment to confirm the reasonable suspicion.

Question 108

(Criminal Violations by Employees)
Who must the supervisor notify for criminal violations or misconduct by LVMPD employees or outside agencies?

Answer 108

For reports of criminal or suspected criminal misconduct involving LVMPD employees. Immediately notify the on-duty watch commander and CIS.

For reports of criminal or suspected criminal misconduct involving law enforcement employees of other jurisdictions. Immediately notify the on-duty watch commander and the appropriate investigative unit.

Question 109

(DV / DUI by Employees)
Employees immediate supervisor will address the employees behavior through:

Answer 109

A. Discipline; and or
B. Counseling, training, or care programs.

Ensure any reduction in discipline, wholly or in part, due to the successful completion of court-referred treatment retains the designation of the initial discipline. For example, “40 hours suspension- reduced to a 20 hour suspension with option, plus 20 hours in abeyance, due to the satisfactory completion of court-referred program.

Coordinate any voluntary follow-up care for the employee through PEAP.

Question 110

(Harass/ Discrimination)
A blank will notify blank of the religious accommodation request by a member to begin the process.

Answer 110

Supervisor
EDS Director

Question 111

(Values / Ethics)
What is a Customer Service Dispute?

Answer 111

Disputes concerning the methods and procedures used by the department to provide various services. A customer service dispute is investigated by a supervisor with the goal of explaining and educating the complainant as to the operations of the department as well as the improving service delivery by the department. A customer service dispute is not an allegation that involves a violation of law of department policy.

Question 112

(Values / Ethics)
All internal investigations will be completed within blank.

Answer 112

90 days
All internal investigations will be completed within 90 days unless approved by the IAB Lt.

Question 113

(Respect in the Workplace)
Department policies are more blank that Federal or State law and blank incident can be enough to sustain a complaint.

Answer 113

Stringent
One

Question 114

(Employee Enhancement)
What should a supervisor do once they contact PEAP reference an employee?

Answer 114

PEAP will not call the supervisor to update them on the status of an employee nor will PEAP break confidentiality of the employee, to include discussing whether the employee has chosen to take recommendations for assistance that may have been offered by PEAP. This confidentiality can leave a supervisor feeling frustrated. PEAP always recommends that supervisors reach out to their employee and ask them, “how are you doing?” and “Is there anything I can do for you?”

Question 115

(Harassment/Discrimination)

What is disparate treatment?

Answer 115

Disparate or different treatment occurs when an employer treats an individual less favorably than the other similiarly situated individuals because of their protected status.

Question 116

(Harassment/Discrimination)

What is an adverse impact?

Answer 116

A substantial different rate of selection in hiring, promotion, or other employment decision which works to the advantage of members of race, sex, or ethnic group

Question 117

(UOF) A subject may be non-compliant due to…and have NO criminal intent.

Answer 117

1. Medical condition
2. Mental, physical, or hearing impairment
3. Language barrier
4. Drug interaction
5. Emotional crisis

Question 118

(Code 3 Driving)

Officers may respond Code 3 when..
4 reasons

Answer 118

1. Imminent danger to citizens and the officers arrival might save lives.
2. Another officer requires assistance to control a volatile situation.
3. Reliable information exists for a felony in progress.
4. Pursuits

Question 119

(Pursuits)

If a pursuing units discontinue a vehicular pursuit or are ordered by a supervisor to discontinue the pursuing units will…

(2 steps)

Answer 119

1. Immediately cease emergency operations (lights and sirens), reduce speed, and discontinue visual contact with the suspect vehicle.
2. Broadcast over the radio the discontinuance of pursuit and that there is no longer visual contact of the suspect vehicle.

Question 120

(MACTAC)

What are the 4 A’s first arriving officers will utilize when responding to a MACTAC event?

Answer 120

Assess
Announce
Assemble
Act

Question 121

(MACTAC)

What are the 4 C’s sergeants will utilize when pertaining to MACTAC events?

Answer 121

Contain
Control
Communicate
Coordinate