Chapter 11 - Traffic stops - Unit 2 - Lesson 1

Question 1

High-risk traffic stop

Answer 1

*When you reasonably believe that the vehicle was stolen or used in the commission of a felony, or that the occupant(s) of the vehicle:
* has committed, or is committing a forcible felony or a crime of violence,
* may be armed and dangerous,
* may have an active violent felony warrant, or
* pose a higher risk to yourself or the public.

Question 2

STEPS FOR INITIATING A HIGH-RISK TRAFFIC STOP

Answer 2

Step 1: Identify a vehicle or a suspect.
Step 2: Identify the location of the stop.
Step 3: Coordinate with other officers.
Step 4: Initiate the stop.

Question 3

Step 1: Identify a vehicle or a suspect.

Answer 3

• vehicle make, model, year and color
• plate number and state of issuance
• any visible damage to the vehicle
• special markings, such as neon lights, bumper stickers, writing on windows, decals
• aftermarket modifications, such as truck boxes, spinning rims, tow hitches, winches
• officer safety issues, such as tinted windows, gun rack, grill guard, raised chassis
• number and a description of the occupants

Question 4

Step 2: Identify the location of the stop.

Answer 4

Determine a safe location to stop when backup officers arrive. Attempt to locate a place that is well lit, has light or no traffic, few or no pedestrians, and provides plenty of room for all vehicles

Question 5

Step 3: Coordinate with other officers.

Answer 5

Usually, the initiating officer serves as the primary officer

Question 6

Step 4: Initiate the stop.

Answer 6

All officers must turn on their patrol vehicle’s emergency lights to direct the driver to stop, and are to keep them on throughout the entire stop

Question 7

STEPS FOR CONDUCTING A HIGH-RISK TRAFFIC STOP

Answer 7

Step 5: Position the patrol vehicles.
Step 6: Decide officer assignments.
Step 7: Issue commands.
Step 8: Secure the suspects.
Step 9: Clear and search the vehicle.
Step 10: Conclude the stop.

Question 8

Step 5: Position the patrol vehicles.

Answer 8

The primary officer positions their patrol vehicle so that the driver’s door of the suspect’s vehicle is immediately visible.
Officers should stop at a safe distance behind the suspect’s vehicle,
15–20 feet. Officers should also keep their patrol vehicle engines running. If your siren is activated, turn it off.

Question 9

Takedown area

Answer 9

a tactical area of advantage for the officer to handcuff and search the driver or passengers. The takedown area is always in front of a fan, wedge, or other patrol vehicle formation.

Question 10

Step 6: Decide officer assignments.

Answer 10

While the primary officer assumes command of the high-risk traffic stop, the situation dictates who verbally controls the movements and actions of the driver and passengers. Only one officer should give instructions.

Question 11

Step 7: Issue commands.

Answer 11

Maintain cover when giving voice commands. Instruct all occupants
to put up their hands to where they are clearly visible.

Question 12

Step 8: Secure the suspects.

Answer 12

Once the driver is in the takedown area, the contact officer tells the driver to kneel, lie prone, or assume another position of disadvantage. Holster your firearm, approach the driver, and handcuff them. Conduct a cursory pat-down and secure any weapons.

Question 13

Step 9: Clear and search the vehicle.

Answer 13

The officers who perform the systematic visual search of the vehicle will check the vehicle’s interior for hidden passengers. After the interior is clear, retrieve the keys or remote to open the trunk. Move cautiously to the trunk area when attempting to clear it

Question 14

Step 10: Conclude the stop.

Answer 14

After the scene is secure and all is safe, the primary officer notifies dispatch to discontinue emergency radio traffic. Follow proper arrest procedures if you are arresting the driver or any passengers.

Question 15

Plus one rule

Answer 15

assumes that if you find one of something there is another