Emergency vehicle operation

Question 1

Can reserves and Marine deputies engage in vehicle pursuit?

Answer 1

No

Question 2

Deputies may only engage in a vehicle pursuit if the Deputy has reasonable cause to believe what?

Answer 2

That the person has committed a felony, is committing a felony, or is about to commit a felony.

Question 3

Can the crime of fleeing and eluding by it self justify a pursuit?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

In determining whether or not to pursue a vehicle, Deputy’s shall consider which factors?

Answer 4

1) nature of the violation is a felony
2) the presence of pedestrians and traffic conditions
3) population density in the area
4) road and weather conditions
5) familiarity with the area
6) patrol car capability and condition
7) familiarity with the violator

Question 5

Can deputies engage in a Pursuit with a civilian rider in the car?

Answer 5

No

Question 6

Can deputies engage in a pursuit with a prisoner in the car?

Answer 6

No

Question 7

When a pursuit is initiated what shall deputies immediately do?

Answer 7

Activate their emergency lights, siren, in car video, and microphone. Until the pursuit is terminated

Question 8

In the event emergency lights or sirens fail during a pursuit what must a deputy do?

Answer 8

Immediately terminate the pursuit, and notify Dispatch of the equipment failure

Question 9

Can motorcycles engage in a vehicle pursuit?

Answer 9

No

Question 10

Can vehicles engage in a pursuit if they do not have lights and sirens?

Answer 10

No

Question 11

The deputy in the primary pursuit unit is responsible for giving Dispatch what information?

Answer 11

1) Location and direction of pursuit
2) reason for pursuit including nature of violation (felony)
3) Description of the vehicle including license plate number
4) number of occupants in their description

Question 12

Upon being notified of a pursuit the dispatcher shall do what?

Answer 12

1) locate a back up unit to assist
2) Obtain LEIN information on the vehicle
3) Alert other police agencies in the apparent path of the pursuit.
4) Notify the pursuing Deputy’s immediate on duty supervisor in command Sergeant

Question 13

If another deputy joins the pursuit what are their responsibilities?

Answer 13

1) Notify Dispatch upon joining the pursuit
2) never attempt to pass the primary unit unless requested to do so
3) provide Dispatch with updates

Question 14

Unless specifically approved by a supervisor how many vehicles may be involved in a pursuit?

Answer 14

No more than four

Question 15

When a semi marked car initiates a pursuit and then the pursuit is joined by a fully marked car what must happen?

Answer 15

The semi marked car must withdraw from the primary position and assume a secondary position.

Question 16

Vehicle pursuits shall be terminated under what circumstances?

Answer 16

1) The primary unit believes the danger created outweighs the need for immediate apprehension
2) The supervisor believes the danger created outweighs the need for immediate apprehension
3) The violator can be identified in the future and there is no longer in need for immediate apprehension
4) The fleeing vehicles location is no longer known

Question 17

What is the supervisors role in a pursuit?

Answer 17

To continuously monitor the pursuit, and terminate if the pursuit violates policy or the risks outweigh the necessity to apprehend the violator

Question 18

Can Deputy’s discharge firearms during a pursuit?

Answer 18

Deputies shall not discharge weapons at or from moving vehicles except when the use of fatal force is justified

Question 19

Can Deputy’s exit their vehicles and step into the path of a suspect vehicle in order to get it to stop?

Answer 19

No

Question 20

What are the guidelines for “rolling Road blocks”?

Answer 20

1) Rolling Road blocks are used to gradually slow a fleeing vehicle.
2) Deputy shall not engage in intentional collisions.
3) Civilian vehicles may not be used supplement sheriffs office vehicles. 4) Motorcycles shall not participate. 5) Rolling road blocks may only be used at posted speed’s or less.

Question 21

When can the PIT maneuver be used?

Answer 21

When all other means of apprehension have been considered and either attempted or rejected as impractical

Question 22

What is the maximum speed at which the PIT maneuver can be used?

Answer 22

40 mph

Question 23

Is a PIT maneuver considered fatal force?

Answer 23

The PIT maneuver is considered fatal force on any vehicle with less than four wheels, and is only permitted when fatal force is justified

Question 24

What vehicles may not be PIT’d for any reason?

Answer 24

Any vehicle Placarded as having hazardous materials on board, or any pick up truck carrying passengers in the bed

Question 25

Where should the PIT maneuver be avoided?

Answer 25

On bridges, overpasses, or elevated freeway interchanges; Unless no other reasonable options for terminating the pursuit are available.

Question 26

Who can authorize a roadblock?

Answer 26

Only Sgt or above

Question 27

When can a total roadblock to be authorized?

Answer 27

Only when apprehending a fleeing felon when the use of fatal force is justified

Question 28

When may a partial roadblock be authorized?

Answer 28

When there is substantial risk that continued operation of the vehicle may cause serious injury or death to another person

Question 29

What are the general guidelines for roadblocks?

Answer 29

Road blocks shall be established in locations where the operator of the fleeing vehicle has sufficient visibility and distance to stop their vehicle.
Emergency warning lights on patrol cars shall be on

Question 30

If a deputy becomes involved in a crash while operating a patrol car who investigates?

Answer 30

A Sgt or above

Question 31

Can deputies be disciplined for their decision to terminate a pursuit?

Answer 31

Deputies will not be criticized or disciplined for their decision to terminate pursuits

Question 32

At the end of a pursuit, what must the initiating Deputy do?

Answer 32

Fill out the vehicle pursuit form along with an incident report. Both must be submitted to the Sgt prior to the end of the shift

Question 33

What does the sergeant do with the vehicle pursuit form and incident report?

Answer 33

The vehicle pursuit form, copy of the incident report, crash report (if any), and video of the pursuit are sent to the division captain for review. Training will also be sent a copy for review.