G. O 12.02 Traffic Stops Flashcards
What is the primary reason that officers are injured or killed during vehicle stops?
The officer allowed the practice of stopping vehicles to become routine
What are the two procedures that will greatly reduce the hazards associated with stopping vehicles?
Unknown risk stops
High risk vehicle stops
What does the term ‘unknown risk’ describe?
Normal technique to be employed in all traffic stops with the exception of stopping felony suspects
All traffic violations under state and city code may be enforced in what ways?
Issuing summonses
Physical arrest
Verbal warnings
What 4 things should be considered when stopping a vehicle for a traffic stop?
Have as few escape routes as possible
Present as little traffic hazard as possible
Be as sparsely populated as possible
Be as well lit as possible
Prior to making the stop, what should be called in to dispatch?
Location of the stop
Tag number and state of issuance
Color, make, and model of the vehicle
Description of the occupants
How far behind the suspects vehicle should your vehicle be during a traffic stop?
20 feet or 1.5 car lengths away and 3-5 feet offset to the left
If you stop a vehicle due to a BOL but the vehicle stopped is not the correct vehicle, what should you do?
Explain the reason for the stop and request that dispatch rebroadcast the BOL so the operator can hear it
During a high risk traffic stop, how close should you park your vehicle from the suspects vehicle?
No closer than 3-4 car lengths to the rear of the suspect vehicle
