Con W5

Question 1

Are vehicle exit orders automatic for every MV stop?

Answer 1

No, vehicle exit orders are NOT automatic for every MV stop.

Question 2

4 Reasons for Vehicle Exit Orders

Answer 2

Officer’s Safety
Investigation
Police Function
Community Caretaker

Question 3

What factors contribute to officer safety in vehicle exit orders?

Answer 3

1. Initial failure to stop
2. Officers outnumbered
3. Removal of seatbelt
4. Quick move to get out of car
5. Dangerous object in vehicle
6. Failure to keep hands in sight
7. A frisk following an exit order isn’t automatic.

Question 4

What is required for a frisk following an exit order?

Answer 4

Need articulable facts that the suspect is armed and dangerous.

Question 5

Can an exit order be issued for reasonable suspicion of any crime?

Answer 5

Yes, an exit order can be issued for reasonable suspicion of ANY CRIME.

Question 6

Why must occupants be removed during police functions?

Answer 6

To conduct functions such as towing or arrest.

Question 7

What is the community caretaking function related to vehicle exit orders?

Answer 7

Need to remove the occupant for a medical emergency.

If evidence found, admissible under PLAIN VIEW.