3.210 Vehicle Pursuit Flashcards
What is the ‘bubble tactic’?
A non-code tactic utilized to contain a suspect in a mobile vehicle by creating a mobile perimeter with police units.
What does the term ‘discontinuance of pursuit’ mean?
The decision by pursuing officers or monitoring supervisors to end a pursuit.
True or False: Caravanning is allowed during vehicle pursuits.
False
What is the role of a monitoring supervisor during a vehicle pursuit?
Responsible for the management of a vehicle pursuit, bubble tactic, and/or Air Unit surveillance.
How is a ‘primary pursuing unit’ defined?
A unit situated directly behind the suspect vehicle at any point during a pursuit.
Fill in the blank: A vehicle pursuit is an active attempt by an officer in an authorized emergency vehicle to apprehend a suspect who is failing to yield after due notice or is attempting to avoid apprehension, and whose driving presents a _______.
[clear and immediate danger]
What are the pursuit criteria for LVMPD?
Pursuits are authorized for violent felony offenses or if the suspect presents a clear and immediate danger to the public.
What must officers do when a pursuit is initiated and terminated?
Notify the Communications Bureau.
What is the maximum number of pursuing units authorized during a vehicle pursuit?
Three units unless additional units are approved by a monitoring supervisor.
What must pursuing units do if they discontinue a vehicle pursuit?
Cease emergency operations, reduce speed, and discontinue visual contact with the suspect vehicle.
What is required of all authorized officers involved in a pursuit regarding body-worn cameras?
Activate their body-worn camera in accordance with LVMPD directives.
What should a primary unit do if involved in a collision during a pursuit?
Discontinue involvement and take proper action unless certain conditions are met.
What should the monitoring supervisor do if the suspect vehicle enters another area command?
Determine if the bubble tactic should continue and coordinate with the dispatcher.
What is the purpose of the radio procedures during a vehicle pursuit?
To clearly communicate information to improve assessment and control of the incident.
What should be done if the danger of the vehicle pursuit outweighs the apprehension of the suspect?
Discontinue the pursuit and clear from the incident.
What are the codes used to report pursuit status to Communications?
- PS: Pursuit initiated and terminated
- PC: Pursuit initiated and discontinued
- PO: Potential pursuit situation observed but did not meet criteria
What is required before a primary unit activates emergency equipment to initiate a vehicle stop?
Wait for a secondary and third unit, and, when available, the Air Unit.
True or False: The primary unit must always maintain visual contact with the suspect vehicle during a pursuit.
False
What must be notified to Communications immediately when a pursuit is underway?
Circumstances of the original offense, location, speed and direction of travel of the fleeing vehicle, speed of pursuing unit(s), description and license plate number of the vehicle, number of occupants in the vehicle
Updates will be broadcast over the radio as the location or direction of travel changes.
What should be broadcasted throughout the duration of the pursuit?
Reasonable updates of the fleeing vehicle’s speed and the pursuing unit’s speed
This ensures all units are informed and can coordinate effectively.
What should be done at the termination point of a pursuit?
Coordinate high-risk vehicle stop procedures, a low-lethal option, and a custody plan with the secondary and third units
This is crucial for ensuring safety during apprehension.
What should a secondary unit do if the primary unit cannot continue the pursuit?
Assume responsibility for broadcasting progress of the pursuit and become the primary unit if necessary
Coordination is key during pursuits to manage resources effectively.
What is the role of the Communications area dispatcher during a pursuit?
Initiate a Code Red, notify the officer’s supervisor, dispatch the Air Unit, and ensure updates are added to CAD
Ensures all relevant parties are informed and the pursuit is managed properly.
True or False: Officers may join pursuits initiated by another jurisdiction without supervisor approval.
False
Officers are prohibited from joining unless assigned by an LVMPD supervisor.
What must an LVMPD supervisor do if an inter-jurisdictional pursuit is initiated by another agency?
Monitor and control the department’s role in such pursuits exactly as they would any other pursuit
Ensures consistent oversight and adherence to policy.
What are the two main types of pursuit intervention devices/techniques mentioned?
- Tire Deflation Devices (Stop Sticks/Piranha)
- Precision Intervention Technique (PIT)
These are used to safely stop or slow down fleeing vehicles.
Under what conditions should tire deflation devices not be deployed?
- When transporting arrestees or non-police personnel
- When fleeing suspects show intent to injure officers
- On bridges, curves, or hazardous locations
- For motorcycles, ATVs, or vehicles transporting explosives
These restrictions are in place to ensure officer safety and public safety.
Fill in the blank: The _______ technique is used to safely stop a fleeing vehicle.
[Precision Intervention Technique (PIT)]
What should officers do before deploying stop sticks during a pursuit?
Deploy from a position of safety, and find substantial barriers to use as cover
This minimizes risk during deployment.
What is the first action the monitoring supervisor must take during a pursuit?
Acknowledge the notification made by pursuing officers and authorize the continuation of the pursuit
This establishes clear communication and oversight.
What is the primary responsibility of the Air Unit during a pursuit?
Assume primary radio responsibilities when visual contact of the suspect vehicle is made and provide updates on the fleeing vehicle’s location
The Air Unit plays a crucial role in coordinating ground units.
What should be avoided at the termination point of a pursuit?
Overconvergence of officers to prevent jeopardizing safety
This is essential for maintaining order and safety during high-risk situations.
What factors should be considered when a pursuit leaves Clark County?
- Duration of the pursuit
- Need for assistance from another agency
- Ability to maintain communication
- Safety considerations and compliance with policy and law
These factors help determine if the pursuit should continue.
What must be done if the occupant(s) of the suspect vehicle flee on foot?
Coordinate with the monitoring supervisor to communicate with bubbling units on apprehension/containment procedures
This ensures a coordinated response to apprehend fleeing suspects.
What must be in place should the vehicle not be immobilized?
The tire deflation device must be in place
This ensures safety and prevents the vehicle from being used.
What must be considered regarding the deployment team’s safety?
The location of the deployment must not overexpose the deployment team to the subject or subject vehicle
This is crucial for the safety of the officers involved.
What is a requirement for deploying the tire deflation device?
Deployment will not be made by a single officer
This is a safety measure to ensure officer support.
Who must be trained and authorized to use the tire deflation device?
The officer deploying the tire deflation device on a stationary vehicle
Training ensures proper and safe use.
When will stop stick training be conducted?
Quarterly
Regular training helps maintain officer proficiency.
Who is authorized to conduct Piranha training?
Only the SWAT Bureau or Major Violators Section
This limits training to specialized units.
What does the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT) involve?
Intentional contact using a police vehicle against a fleeing vehicle
The goal is to cause the fleeing vehicle to come to an abrupt stop.
What are the conditions for using PIT?
The violator must demonstrate intention to avoid apprehension
This justifies the use of PIT.
What vehicles are authorized for PIT use?
Marked Ford Crown Victoria, Ford Explorer SUV, Chevrolet Tahoe SUV
This ensures standardization and safety in PIT operations.
At what speed does PIT become a deadly use of force?
Over 40 mph
Speed significantly increases the risk associated with the technique.
What situations may warrant PIT as deadly force?
Continued movement of the pursued vehicle endangers others
Other conditions include the risk of harm outweighing the risk of making a forcible stop.
What is required after using PIT or ramming to terminate a pursuit?
Notify a commissioned supervisor and Traffic Bureau supervisor
This ensures oversight and accountability in the use of force.
What must the primary officer complete after a pursuit?
Complete the Pursuit Report(s)
This is essential for documentation and review of the incident.
What should be documented in the Blue Team regarding tire deflation devices?
Number of deployments, locations, and outcomes
Accurate documentation is crucial for accountability and review.
Who completes the Vehicular Pursuit Administrative Review?
The bureau/area commander
This review ensures all actions are in compliance with policies.
What is the role of the Pursuit Review Committee?
Review Vehicle Pursuit Reports quarterly and prepare an annual analysis report
They make recommendations for policy changes or training modifications.
True or False: The Critical Incident Review Team (CIRT) handles all use of force incidents.
True
CIRT assesses incidents involving deadly force and determines necessary actions.
Understandably, the decision to pursue is often made under difficult, _____________, and rapidly changing circumstances.
unpredictable
Units not directly involved in a vehicle pursuit intentionally traveling on the
same road as pursuing units and/or suspect vehicle while not adhering to all
traffic laws, regardless of the activation of emergency equipment (lights and siren). Caravanning is prohibited is called?
caravanning
A pursuit will not be authorized for a property crime, minor traffic infraction, or _________________.
an occupied stolen vehicle
If an officer can articulate that a suspect presents a clear and immediate danger to the public, the monitoring supervisor _________ verbally approve the vehicle pursuit over the radio
must
A maximum of _______________ pursuing units (primary, secondary, and third) will be authorized unless additional units are approved to join the pursuit by a monitoring supervisor
three
Decisions made by the pursuing units and monitoring supervisors who authorize the vehicle pursuit will have the primary goal of assuring the safety of ______________ officers, and, when possible, those who are fleeing.
innocent citizens
If a pursuit is initiated in Bolden Area Command and you are the monitor supervisor, who controls the bubble tactic if the Pursuit enters NWAC?
You do as the monitor supervisor.
What two responsibilities does an area command LT have during a pursuit?
Determine If the “Tac Radio” channel will be activated to manage calls for service within the originating area command.
Determine If a supervisor from another area command needs to be assigned to the originating area command to manage calls for service.
Monitoring pursuit supervisors will:
1) acknowledge the pursuit
2) Evaluate the need for units
3) Dertmine bubble transitions
4) Evaluate discontinuance
5) Consider PIT
6) Discontinue when danger to the public outweighs apprehension.
7) Discourage over convergence at the termination point
8) Respond to termination and manage the scene
9) Coordinate foot pursuit if need be
10) post pursuit requirements.
Area lieutenant will
1) Monitor pursuit
2) Allow the monitoring supervisor to control the pursuit
3) Evaluate the need for additional units
4) Consider PIT
5) Refrain from making confusing radio orders unless to countermand monitoring sup.
6) Discontinue if danger outweighs apprehension
7) Respond to the termination point
8) Post pursuit requirements
The decision to continue a pursuit outside of LVMPD’s jurisdiction is approved by the?
WC or LT
Reasons to notify CIRT/FIT of a pursuit
1) Results of Death or Critical bodily injury
2) Multi-Jurisdictional or more than 5 officers
3) significant damage
4) high center of gravity vehicle
Post pursuit requirement for Shift Lieutenant
1) Review pursuit report, audio, CAD ,and evidence
2) Attach pursuit audio, CAD, and evidence to blueteam
3) Ensure justification and policy adherence
4) Corrective actions are initiated and documented in blueteam for follow up
5) forward to BC
