Policy 6/014.00 Vehicular Pursuit

Question 1

What is a Pursuit?

Answer 1

An active attempt by an officer in an authorized emergency vehicle as defined by NRS 484B.700, using emergency equipment (red lights and sirens), to apprehend a suspect who is fleeing in a vehicle and attempting to avoid apprehension.

Question 2

What is a Bubble Tactic?

Answer 2

A non-code moving containment of the suspect vehicle at a safe distance to aid
in the apprehension of the suspect.

Question 3

Discontinuance of Pursuit is refered to:

Answer 3

The complete cessation of a pursuit by the decision of pursuing officers or
supervisors - to include the discontinuance of visual contact of the pursued vehicle via turning at the first reasonable turn off of the primary street - and the return to routine operations.

Question 4

What is Paralleling?

Answer 4

Additional police units travelling on adjacent streets using emergency equipment to keep pace with a pursuit.

There will be no Code 3 caravanning or paralleling of units or other attempts
to join the pursuit without authorization from a supervisor.

If a supervisor authorizes a unit to parallel a pursuit, the unit will adhere to the Code 3
emergency response driving policy.

Question 5

TRUE or FALSE
Surveillance Mode A tactic refers to the air unit providing ground units the direction of travel, cross traffic, hazards, etc., for ground units to be aware of suspect’s actions.

Answer 5

TRUE: Surveillance Mode A tactic wherein the air unit provides ground units the direction of travel, cross traffic, hazards, etc., for ground units to be aware of suspect’s actions.

Question 6

Termination of Pursuit refers to:

Answer 6

The finality of a vehicular pursuit due to either suspect apprehension, the
crashing of the suspect’s vehicle or suspect lost/evaded pursuing unit(s), and
return to routine operation.

Question 7

TRUE or FALSE

There will be no Code 3 caravanning or paralleling of units or other attempts to join the pursuit without authorization from a supervisor.

Answer 7

TRUE: There will be no Code 3 caravanning or paralleling of units or other attempts to join the pursuit without authorization from a supervisor.

Question 8

TRUE or FALSE
If a supervisor authorizes a unit to parallel a pursuit, there is no need for the unit to adhere to the Code 3 emergency response driving policy.

Answer 8

FALSE: If a supervisor authorizes a unit to parallel a pursuit, the unit will adhere to the Code 3 emergency response driving policy.

Question 9

Does the rule that limits Code 3 driving to a maximum of 20 mph over the posted
speed limit apply to pursuit driving?

Answer 9

NO: The rule that limits Code 3 driving to a maximum of 20 mph over the posted
speed limit does not apply to pursuit driving.

However, NRS 484B.700, Subsection 4 remains in effect at all times.

Question 10

TRUE or FALSE
According to NRS 484B.700, Subsection 4: “The provisions of this section do not relieve the driver from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons
and do not protect the driver from consequences of his reckless disregard for the safety of others.”

Answer 10

TRUE: According to NRS 484B.700, Subsection 4: “The provisions of this section do not relieve the driver from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons and do not protect the driver from consequences of his reckless disregard for the safety of others.”

Question 11

A vehicular pursuit may be initiated based on a pursuing officer’s conclusion that the pursuit is the best of his or her available options at the time.

Understandably, the decision to pursue is often made under what sort of circumstances?

Answer 11

Difficult, unpredictable, and rapidly changing circumstances.

Question 12

Because the decision to pursue is often made under difficult, unpredictable, and rapidly changing circumstances, the requirement for immediate ___________________ for a pursuit and on-going ______________________of a pursuit is the cornerstone of the department’s pursuit philosophy.

Answer 12

supervisory authorization

supervisory control

Question 13

Considering the totality of circumstances, sometimes the best course of action may be to:

Answer 13

Not pursue or to discontinue a pursuit already in progress.

Question 14

TRUE or FALSE
Supervisory Authorization and
Supervisory Control is the cornerstone of the department’s pursuit philosophy.

Answer 14

TRUE: Supervisory Authorization and

Supervisory Control is the cornerstone of the department’s pursuit philosophy.

Question 15

Vehicle pursuits will be conducted in strict compliance with Nevada Revised Statute 484B.700, Authorized Emergency
Vehicles, and Section 2 of this policy,

Eergency Response Driving (excluding the rule limiting Code 3 driving to a
maximum of 20 mph over the posted speed limit).

Pursuing officers will operate Code 3 using both:

Answer 15

Emergency lights and siren, and exercise reasonable care for persons and property.

Question 16

Vehicles not equipped with siren and authorized emergency lights (visible from the front, back, and both sides) ____________not be permitted to take part in a vehicular pursuit under any circumstances.

Answer 16

Vehicles not equipped with siren and authorized emergency lights (visible from the front, back, and both sides) WILL NOT be permitted to take part in a vehicular pursuit
under any circumstances.

Question 17

TRUE OR FALSE
The pursuit will consist of the initial (primary) unit and secondary unit. The primary unit may request the field
supervisor to authorize additional units to join the pursuit, if necessary.

Answer 17

TRUE: The pursuit will consist of the initial (primary) unit and secondary unit. The primary unit may request the field
supervisor to authorize additional units to join the pursuit, if necessary.

Question 18

When initiated by an officer operating a motorcycle, unmarked unit (with appropriate emergency lights and siren), or
marked sport utility vehicle (SUV), that officer will:

Answer 18

Relinquish the primary position to the first standard marked patrol unit joining the pursuit, and will leave the pursuit when a second standard marked patrol unit joins the pursuit as the secondary unit.

The relieved officer will proceed to the end point of the pursuit.

Question 19

WHy should a supervisors also relinquish the primary position to the first standard marked patrol unit joining the pursuit?

Answer 19

To enable the supervisor to maintain control and objectivity of continuing the pursuit or determining if it should be discontinued.

Question 20

TRUE or FALSE
There will be NO Code 3 caravanning or paralleling of units, or other attempts to join the pursuit without authorization from a supervisor.

Answer 20

TRUE: There will be NO Code 3 caravanning or paralleling of units, or other attempts to join the pursuit without authorization
from a supervisor.

Question 21

The LVMPD engages in vehicular pursuits to:

Answer 21

Arrest offenders when necessary to protect people, rights, and property in
our community.

Question 22

Vehicle pursuits are hazardous, and may result in death or injury to innocent bystanders, officers, or suspects.

A pursuit will be conducted only for:

Answer 22

A violent felony or: if the suspect presents a clear and immediate danger to the public.

Question 23

A pursuit will not be engaged for:

Answer 23

A property crime, minor traffic infraction or an occupied stolen vehicle unless the suspect presents a clear and immediate danger to the public.

Question 24

In addition, officers who initiate vehicle pursuits, and field supervisors who allow pursuits to continue, must consider the following initiation and evaluation factors:

Answer 24

Whether the need for immediate apprehension of the suspect(s) outweighs the dangers created by the pursuit itself;

Whether the suspect is known to officers and/or can be apprehended at a later time;

Vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and road conditions;

Nature of the area of the pursuit: residential, commercial, or rural;

Weather conditions such as rain, fog, snow, etc., time of day, and visibility which create an unreasonable risk of injury to the public or the pursuing officers;

Alternatives to pursuit, including the availability of the air unit, the use of PIT, Stop Sticks, or arrest at a later time.

Question 25

All decisions by officers and supervisors to conduct vehicle pursuits will be made with the primary goal of:

Answer 25

Assuring the safety of innocent citizens, officers, and whenever possible, those attempting to flee.

Prior to conducting a felony car stop for a stolen vehicle, officers will request the air unit and allow it adequate time to arrive on scene before activating emergency lights and siren.

Question 26

Officers must notify Communications under the following circumstances:

Answer 26

When a pursuit is initiated and completed;

When a pursuit is canceled prior to completion;

When a situation is observed that could result in a pursuit, but the pursuit did not meet the criteria for pursuing (a CAD event must be created or updated in this situation)

Question 27

TRUE or FALSE
When a situation is observed that could result in a pursuit, but the pursuit did not meet the criteria for pursuing (a CAD event must be created or updated in this situation)

Answer 27

TRUE: When a situation is observed that could result in a pursuit, but the pursuit did not meet the criteria for pursuing (a CAD event must be created or updated in this situation)

Question 28

Upon notification, the dispatcher will update the CAD event with the appropriate code using the Modify Circumstance (MC) identifier. Codes are as follows:

PS
PC
PO

Answer 28

Upon notification, the dispatcher will update the CAD event with the appropriate code using the Modify Circumstance (MC) identifier. Codes are as follows:

PS - Pursuit initiated and completed.

PC - Pursuit initiated but canceled prior to completion.

PO - Potential pursuit situation observed but situation did not meet criteria.

Question 29

Control of The Pursuit

Primary Unit will assume responsibility for:

Answer 29

Controlling pursuit tactics.

Question 30

Control of Pursuit, Primary Unit will Notify Communications immediately that a pursuit is underway with the following information:

Answer 30

a. The nature of the original offense;
b. Location, speed, and direction of travel
c. Description and license plate number of the vehicle if known;
d. Number of occupants in the vehicle, and descriptions, where possible.

Question 31

Control of Pursuit, Primary Unit will Broadcast the intent to use PIT if circumstances permit, otherwise:

Answer 31

Notification will be made after the fact.

Question 32

Control of Pursuit, Primary Unit will Broadcast the progress of the pursuit until:

Answer 32

relieved by secondary unit;

Question 33

Control of Pursuit, Primary Unit will

constantly reevaluate conditions and discontinue the pursuit when:

Answer 33

The dangers of the pursuit outweigh the

need to apprehend the suspect, or when so ordered by a supervisor;

Question 34

Control of Pursuit, Primary Unit will cease emergency operations (lights and siren) reduce speed, and discontinue visual contact with the suspect vehicle if:

Answer 34

The air unit takes over the pursuit, unless otherwise directed by a supervisor;

Question 35

Control of Pursuit, Primary Unit will confirm, via the radio:

Answer 35

The discontinuance of visual contact;

Question 36

Secondary Unit will:

Whenever feasible, assume responsibility for broadcasting progress of the pursuit until:

Answer 36

Relieved by the air unit

Question 37

Secondary Unit will:

Become the primary unit if:

Answer 37

The primary unit cannot continue the pursuit;

Question 38

Secondary Unit will:

Coordinate activities should the primary unit become involved in:

Answer 38

A foot pursuit

Question 39

Secondary Unit will:

Cease emergency operations (lights and siren) reduce speed, and discontinue visual contact with the
suspect vehicle if:

Answer 39

The air unit takes over the pursuit, unless otherwise directed by a supervisor.

Question 40

Secondary Unit will:

Confirm via radio, discontinuance of:

Answer 40

Visual contact.

Question 41

Communications Area Dispatcher will:

Answer 41

Initiate a Code Red and ensure that all channels receive the Code Red and pursuit information;

Request and dispatch the air unit to the pursuit whenever possible;

Notify the officer’s supervisor immediately of the pursuit.

Communications will designate a supervisor if the officer’s supervisor is not available;

Question 42

Monitoring Communications Supervisor will:

Answer 42

Notify, via cell phone, the area lieutenant and Watch Commander immediately of the pursuit;

Advise other dispatchers when the pursuit is headed toward adjacent areas;

Advise neighboring jurisdictions when the pursuit is headed in their direction, giving direction, status,
description of the vehicle, and call-sign of the monitoring supervisor;

Contact other agencies when LVMPD officers request assistance, describing the circumstances and specific assistance requested and remain in contact unless a common radio frequency is available to both agencies;

Question 43

Field Supervisor will:

Immediately acknowledge notification over the radio and:

Answer 43

Assume responsibility for controlling pursuit tactics and continuing the pursuit;

Question 44

Field Supervisor will:

Order discontinuation of the pursuit when:

Answer 44

The necessity for apprehension is outweighed by the dangers of the pursuit.

Question 45

Field Supervisor will:

Consider use of PIT and/or:

Answer 45

Stop Sticks

Question 46

Area Lieutenant (Watch Commander in area lieutenant’s absence) will:
;

Answer 46

Monitor the pursuit and is responsible for ensuring pursuit is conducted according to department policies and procedures;

Order discontinuance of pursuit when dangers of pursuit outweigh need to apprehend suspect;

Question 47

Air Unit will:

Respond to the pursuit scene when dispatched and:

Answer 47

Assume primary radio responsibilities when visual contact of the suspect vehicle is made;

Assume a surveillance mode, continuing to advise the ground units of the vehicle’s location, traffic congestion, road hazards, that might endanger the ground units or others;

Broadcast information to aid ground units if the pursued vehicle is lost or the suspect flees on foot;

Question 48

Ground Units will:

Cease emergency operation (lights and siren), reduce speed, and:

Answer 48

Discontinue visual contact with the suspect vehicle once the air unit advises they have arrived and are in surveillance mode, unless otherwise directed by a supervisor;

Question 49

Ground Units will:

Consider using the “Bubble Tactic” based on information being provided by the:

Answer 49

primary and secondary pursuit units or

the air unit when it takes over the pursuit in surveillance mode.

Question 50

During surveillance mode, ground units will:

Answer 50

Discontinue visual contact of suspect vehicle;

Utilize non-code Bubble Tactic to contain suspect vehicle;

If the suspect flees on foot from the vehicle, primary pursuing unit will respond to the termination point to apprehend the suspect(s).

Question 51

Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by the LVMPD:

Pursuits will be discontinued when leaving Clark County unless the decision to continue is approved by:

.

Answer 51

The LVMPD on-duty Watch Commander or field lieutenant.

Question 52

Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by the LVMPD:

When a pursuit leaves Clark County, officers and supervisors shall re-evaluate the pursuit to include consideration of the following factors:

Answer 52

How long pursuit has lasted;

Whether assistance is needed from
another agency;

Whether communication can be
maintained;

All the factors set forth in the policy as to whether the pursuit can be conducted in reasonable safety and in compliance with state law and policy.

Question 53

Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by the LVMPD:

The pursuing officer or a supervisor may request assistance from another agency. If such a request is made:

Answer 53

Officers or the supervisors shall not request an officer from another agency to actively join in the pursuit; however, other appropriate forms of assistance may be requested.

Question 54

Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by Outside Agencies:

Officers are prohibited from entering into pursuits that were initiated by another jurisdiction or law enforcement agency unless:

Answer 54

Assigned to the pursuit by a supervisor.

Question 55

Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by Outside Agencies:

A supervisor shall not assign officers to
participate in such pursuits unless assistance is requested by the initiating agency, and they provide:

Answer 55

Sufficient information, including the crime the suspects are believed to have committed, in order that a supervisor can determine if the pursuit is in compliance with the provisions of this policy

Question 56

Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by Outside Agencies:

If insufficient information is received and/or if the outside initiated pursuit is not in compliance with this policy:

Answer 56

The pursuit shall not be joined by LVMPD police officers.

However, a supervisor may authorize officer(s) to drive in routine operation toward the area of the pursuit to be in a relatively good position to render back up and other aid once the pursuit vehicle is stopped.

Question 57

Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by Outside Agencies:

Authorized officers operating as secondary units in pursuits involving a lone primary unit from another agency will be subject to all department procedures governing primary pursuit units, including as a priority
the responsibility to discontinue the LVMPD role in the pursuit immediately whenever:

Answer 57

An additional unit from the originating agency joins the pursuit and is able to take over the
secondary unit responsibilities;

Pursuit is not conducted to the standards of the LVMPD as outlined in this procedure;

Information is made available which indicates the dangers of the pursuit outweigh the need to apprehend the suspect;

An LVMPD supervisor orders the LVMPD role in the pursuit discontinued.

Question 58

TRUE or FALSE
Inter-Jurisdictional Pursuits Initiated by Outside Agencies:

LVMPD field supervisors will monitor and control the department’s role in such pursuits exactly as they would any other pursuit.

Answer 58

TRUE: LVMPD field supervisors will monitor and control the department’s role in such pursuits exactly as they would any other pursuit.

Question 59

Additional Pursuit Prevention/
Termination Techniques

Tire Deflation Devices (Stop Sticks)

When properly utilized, tire deflation devices offer an:

Answer 59

Alternative to a pursuit or may bring about the safe resolution of police pursuits under controlled conditions.

Only those trained in the proper deployment of
the pursuit prevention device are authorized users.

Question 60

Pursuit Prevention Device

A tire deflating device can be used on stationary target vehicles to prevent a pursuit from occurring. The pursuit prevention device works in much the same manner as the:

Answer 60

Pursuit Termination Device, by deflating a target vehicle’s tire, therefore, should a pursuit
begin it will be brought to an end safely and quickly.

Potential uses include situations when the target vehicle is stationary, such as warrant service, SWAT situations, and stakeout of a stolen vehicle or a felony vehicle.

Question 61

Pursuit Prevention Device:

The deploying officer(s) shall:

Answer 61

1) Consider the tactical feasibility of deployment; an officer must walk up to the vehicle and deploying the pursuit prevention device may not be a possibility given safety factors;
2) Place at least one device (or two, if possible) approximately six inches in front of and/or behind the tire, which is least likely to be observed by the suspect approaching the vehicle;
3) After deployment, attain position in a strategic location, which will allow for a rapid response in order to take the suspect into immediate custody.

Question 62

Pursuit Prevention Device:

Should the pursuit prevention device fail to deflate the target vehicle’s tire, it is incumbent of the officer to follow the current department pursuit procedure to determine:

Answer 62

If a pursuit is warranted or should be discontinued.

If an arrest follows the use of the device either immediately or after a pursuit, a notation should be made in the Arrest Report to indicate the device was used and under what circumstances.

Question 63

Pursuit Prevention Device:

The pursuit prevention device should be removed from the roadway once the situation is resolved. These devices must be:

Answer 63

Repaired or replaced after deployment (similar to the pursuit termination device). (4/01, 3/03)

Question 64

Pursuit Termination Device:

What is a tire deflation device?

Answer 64

A tire deflation device causes the controlled release of air from the tires of the target vehicle.

It permits the driver to remain in control and to bring the vehicle safely to a stop.

The device is provided for use only by officers who successfully complete a department training program in use
of the device.

Question 65

Pursuit Termination Device:

          TRUEor FALSE  The device is provided for use only by officers who successfully complete a department training program in use of the device.

Answer 65

TRUE: The device is provided for use only by officers who successfully complete a department training program in use
of the device.

Question 66

Pursuit Termination Device:

Officer(s) deploying tire deflation devices must:

Answer 66

1) Determine a suitable location estimated to be in the path of the suspect vehicle;
2) Notify Communications and pursuing officers of the exact location the devices are going to be deployed. Pursuing officers approaching a known deployment location shall lower their speed as necessary to avoid driving over the tire deflation devices;
3) Must position themselves where sight lines and distances are such that officers can properly observe the suspect vehicle as it approaches;
4) Choose a location with some type of concealing barrier: buildings, natural barrier, patrol vehicles, or any other type of stationary object. These barriers will be used to conceal the deploying officer from the suspect’s view and allow deployment of the device from a position of safety;

5) Retract the tire deflation devices from the roadway surface in an attempt to avoid
causing any unnecessary damages after a suspect vehicle has successfully driven over the tire deflation devices or driven by the device.

Question 67

Pursuit Termination Device:

Officer(s) shall not deploy tire deflation devices:

1) When transporting prisoners or other non-police personnel;

2) When fleeing suspects have demonstrated a clear intent to injure officers using the
fleeing vehicle or other deadly weapon, unless effective cover is available at the
deployment location, additionally officers:

Answer 67

3) Must not utilize tire deflation devices as a weapon or deployed on bridges, in roadway curves, in or around roadway construction, or any location where the deploying officer
feels that it would be too dangerous because of vehicular or pedestrian movement;

Question 68

Pursuit Termination Device:

Officers must not use deflation devices
to slow or stop any of the following vehicles, unless the use of deadly force would be justified:

Answer 68

a) Motorcycle, moped, or any other two- or three-wheeled vehicle;
b) ATV (All Terrain Vehicle);
c) Any truck transporting explosives or other hazardous materials.

Question 69

The proper use of a tire deflation device will minimize the risk of injury to persons and unintended damage to police vehicles and other vehicles not involved in the pursuit.

Officers will make every attempt to immediately remove the tire deflation device from the roadway in order to avoid unintended damage to other vehicles.

If a department vehicle is damaged:

Answer 69

The officer responsible for the vehicle will request assistance and document the incident in accordance with department procedures;

Question 70

If a vehicle belonging to an uninvolved citizen is damaged, the Patrol Division Watch Commander will respond to:

Answer 70

a) Offer the citizen alternative transportation, if available and necessary;
b) Offer to tow the damaged vehicle at department expense, using the duty service, to an LVMPD contract repair facility, or if the citizen insists, to a facility of the citizen’s choice, or repair/replacement at the earliest opportunity;
c) Inform the Risk Manager, via Communications, of the damage and location where the vehicle will be towed. (The Risk Manager will determine if a response is necessary);

d) Instruct the citizen to contact the Risk Manager the next work day to arrange
reimbursement.

Question 71

Use of the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT):

It is important that the PIT operates within the parameters of the law and department policies to ensure:

Answer 71

The safety of persons and property, while enforcing the law by bringing a fleeing vehicle to a stop and taking suspects into custody for their violations and/or criminal charges.

Question 72

Use of the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT):

              TRUEor FALSE  Without the willful compliance of the fleeing suspects to voluntarily bring their vehicle to a stop, circumstances develop which may warrant a forcible stop.

Answer 72

TRUE: Without the willful compliance of the fleeing suspects to voluntarily bring their vehicle to a stop, circumstances develop which may warrant a forcible stop.

Question 73

Use of the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT):

                 TRUE or FALSE  Primary and secondary units will consider other means of apprehension before attempting forcible stops and will use a reasonable amount of force which is consistent with the accomplishment of the mission. 

The use of a vehicle to stop or
apprehend a suspect, such as ramming or the use of PIT, may be considered a use of deadly force.

Answer 73

TRUE: Primary and secondary units will consider other means of apprehension before attempting forcible stops and will use a reasonable amount of force which is consistent with the accomplishment of the mission.

The use of a vehicle to stop or
apprehend a suspect, such as ramming or the use of PIT, may be considered a use of deadly force.

Question 74

Use of the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT):

Officers will be trained on the Precision Intervention Technique and when its use is permissible. Who may use this technique?

Answer 74

Only commissioned personnel who maintain current certification may use this stopping technique.

Question 75

Use of the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT):

               TRUE or FALSE  Members driving department SUV-type vehicles are not authorized to use PIT.

Answer 75

TRUE: Members driving department SUV-type vehicles are not authorized to use PIT.

Question 76

Use of the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT):

The use of PIT to prevent, intercept or stop a pursuit will be done only after:

Answer 76

The violator has clearly demonstrated the intention to avoid apprehension.

Prior to initiating a PIT, officers will use their
emergency equipment (red lights and sirens) and will give the operator of the suspect vehicle a reasonable opportunity to stop.

Question 77

Use of the Precision Intervention Technique (PIT):

Officers will broadcast the intent to use PIT if circumstances permit. Otherwise:

Answer 77

Notification will be made after the fact.

Question 78

PIT as non-deadly use of force:

PIT may be used to apprehend violators at speeds _________and below, and does not meet the criteria for PIT as deadly force.

Answer 78

PIT may be used to apprehend violators at speeds 40-mph and below, and does not meet the criteria for PIT as deadly force.

Question 79

PIT as deadly force:

PITis considered deadly force when:

Answer 79

a. PIT at a speed of over 40-mph;
b. PIT used on motorcycles;
c. PIT used to stop a vehicle with deflated tires;
d. PIT used on high center of gravity vehicles likely to roll over, such as vans, SUVs, and jeeps;
e. Circumstances create a substantial risk of death or serious bodily injury;

Question 80

PIT as deadly force:

Circumstances warranting the use of PIT as deadly force are as follows:

Answer 80

1) Continued movement of the pursued vehicle would place others in danger of bodily harm or death; and/or
2) Apparent risk of harm, to other than the occupants of the pursued vehicle, is so great as to outweigh the risk of harm in making the forcible stop; and
3) Other means of apprehension have been considered and rejected as impractical, i.e., continue to follow, stop sticks, call for the air unit.

Question 81

Locations and Hazards.

Officers will in all cases consider the safety of the public and suspects before executing this technique, evaluating the following locations and hazards:

Answer 81

1) Areas with high concentrations of pedestrians;
2) Other vehicle traffic;
3) Parked vehicles;
4) Telephone/utility poles;
5) Bridges;
6) Areas adjacent to paved roads with a large elevation change.

Question 82

Reporting PIT:

TRUE or FALSE

PIT (successful uses, attempts and/or declared uses) and vehicle ramming are considered reportable force and must be reported by completing the Use of Force Report in Blue Team;

Answer 82

TRUE: PIT (successful uses, attempts and/or declared uses) and vehicle ramming are considered reportable force and must be reported by completing the Use of Force Report in Blue Team;

Question 83

Reporting PIT:

What report will also be completed in Blue Team when a PIT is used during a
pursuit?

Answer 83

A Pursuit Report in Blue Team will also be completed when the PIT was used during a
pursuit;

Question 84

Reporting PIT:

If a vehicle belonging to an uninvolved citizen is damaged, the Watch Commander will respond to:

Answer 84

1) Offer citizen alternative transportation, if available and necessary;

2) Offer to tow damaged vehicle at department expense using the duty service to an LVMPD contract repair facility, or if the citizen insists, to a facility of the citizen’s
choice, or repair/replacement at the earliest opportunity;

3) Inform Risk Manager, via Communications, of damage and location where the vehicle will be towed. The Risk Manager will determine if a response is necessary;

4) Instruct the citizen to contact the Risk Manager the next work day to arrange
reimbursement.

Question 85

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

The primary officer(s) shall complete the appropriate reports in ___________ and forward through the chain
of command to the bureau/area commander.

Answer 85

The primary officer(s) shall complete the appropriate reports in Blue Team and forward through the chain of command to the bureau/area commander.

Question 86

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

The field supervisors shall respond to the termination point and:

Answer 86

Assume responsibility for the scene ensuring all applicable reports are completed and required notifications made

Question 87

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

The Communications supervisor shall notify a commissioned supervisor and a Traffic supervisor whenever PIT and/or vehicle ramming has been used to:

Answer 87

terminate a pursuit.

Question 88

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

The Communications supervisor shall advise a Traffic supervisor and the Risk Manager whenever:

Answer 88

A pursuit or the use of PIT and/or vehicle ramming results in property damage, injury, or death.

Question 89

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

A Traffic supervisor will respond, evaluate and determine Traffic’s response
whenever:

Answer 89

PIT has been used to terminate a pursuit. If it has been determined that the PIT and/or ramming has been a use of deadly force, the Fatal Detail, CIRT, and FIT will respond.

Question 90

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

Traffic officers shall respond to assist with the traffic investigation whenever PIT has been used for pursuit intervention or termination. Since PIT is a planned enforcement technique, will an accident report be required?

Answer 90

NO: Since PIT is a planned enforcement technique, an accident report will not be required. In the event of third-party property damage, the responding traffic officer will complete the LVMPD 42, Vehicle Incident Report, or NHP-5, Accident Report, as appropriate.

Question 91

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

In the event that an officer is involved in a motor vehicle collision during the course of an emergency response or a pursuit the officer shall immediately discontinue that involvement and take proper action as
is required by the NRS Transportation Code and all other departmental orders and directives unless:

Answer 91

a. No unit is available to assume the pursuit or respond for the unit involved; and
b. Damage to the unit is minor and it can still be operated without danger; and
c. There are no apparent injuries as a result of the accident.

Question 92

POST-PURSUIT REQUIREMENTS

TRUE or FALSE

At the conclusion of any vehicular pursuit, high-risk stop procedures shall be used by all officers present when practical

Answer 92

TRUE: At the conclusion of any vehicular pursuit, high-risk stop procedures shall be used by all officers present when practical.