Field Encounters Flashcards
The classic 1968 case that established investigative detentions and frisks
Terry v. Ohio
What is the key message taken from Terry versus Ohio?
Officers must be able to articulate their reasons for stopping and seizing a citizen
In officers decision to detain and/or frisk is subject to review by _______
A judge
Is the suspect free to leave during an investigative detention?
No
Does an investigative detention need to be based on probable cause or reasonable suspicion?
Reasonable suspicion
The purpose of a detention is to find out whether the suspect:
Is involved in crime
The purpose of a frisk is to:
Learn if the suspect is armed
During an investigative detention, do Police display a show of authority
Yes
During a frisk do police display a show of authority
Yes
Regarding an investigative detention or a frisk, the factors are EASE. What does EASE stand for?
Environment
Advance information
Suspect behavior & background
Expertise & experience of officer
When considering suspect behavior and background for investigative detention or frisk, what is the one difference between the two
Investigative detention suspect behavior includes unusual activity, such as time of day
Frisk suspect behavior and background includes quick, dangerous movements, potential weapon and refusal to obey officer
Level of force that can be used for investigative detention or frisk
Reasonable force and communication style under the circumstances
Time limit for investigative detention
No exact time limit, a reasonable amount of time to confirm or dispel suspicion
Time limit for frisk
Frisk needs to be conducted at time officers become aware of potential danger, non-tactical delay, defeats the need to frisk
During a frisk, you can remove possible weapons, and:
Evidence or contraband if “plain feel”
