Patrol Techniques Flashcards
What are the 3 aspects of the definition of crime?
(1) Anything which society says is a crime
(2) For which society has the power to punish
(3) And they (society) does in fact punish.
What are the 3 basic elements of crime?
(1) Desire or intent
(2) Knowledge of how to commit the crime
(3) Opportunity to commit offense or a belief that the opportunity exists.
__________ ___________ creates the the belief that opportunity does not exist.
Assertive patrol
Is simply riding around your beat patroling?
No, you must be active and alert.
Patrol has a broader crime prevention than ___________ presence.
Physical
Check ___________ and _____________ when patroling.
(1) Businesses
(2) Citizens
Conspicuous or inconspicuous patrol?
- “High visibility.”
- Random movement
- Marked cars
Conspicuous patrol
Conspicuous or inconspicuous patrol?
- Catching the criminal in the act and making apprehension.
- Low visibility
- Unmarked car
Inconspicuous patrol
What are the 3 psychological factors?
(1) Interest
(2) Emotions
(3) Prejudices
Steps for preparing for duty:
pg. 10
(1) Great personal appearance
(2) Have all your equipment
(3) Reporting for duty on time
(4) Attending briefings or roll call
What is the first step to reducing luck as something you depend on?
Perform a self-check
_____________ __________ + __________ ___________= MENTAL AWARENESS
Mental preparation + mental conditioning
Condition ________: Totally relaxed, non-aware, daydreaming.
White
Condition _________: Totally alert, planning strategy, focusing on threats.
Orange
Condition ________: Full combat, autopilot, training kicks in.
Red
Condition _________: Injured, dead, frozen with fear.
Black
Condition ________: Relaxed but alert.
Yellow
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D
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Loop
Observation
Orientation
Decision
Action
___________ ____________ assumes that the suspect will “comply.”
Assumed compliance
Heavy breathing, clenching jaw, unusual sweating, fist clenching, etc. are examples of ___-________ cues.
Non-verbal