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Response to resistance Flashcards

1
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According to Graham v. Connor, what must an officer consider when determining the amount of force to use?

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The totality of the circumstances.

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What are some factors that the level of force used by an officer must be based on?

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Severity of the crime, immediate threat posed by the suspect, resistance to arrest.

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When can an officer use weapons other than issued/approved ones according to the notes?

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In emergency situations requiring the use of any resource at their disposal.

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How should all restraining devices be used as per the Lexington Police Department guidelines?

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In accordance with the training and policy guidelines.

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What is emphasized as extremely important in deciding which tactics to use and how much force to apply?

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Good judgment.

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Who designed the Resistance Control Continuum used by the department?

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Pressure Point Control Techniques Management Systems.

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What is the TASER considered on the Resistance Control Continuum?

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An intermediate weapon.

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When can officers use TASERs as per the notes?

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To control suspects preventing officer control/arrest when lower levels of control are not effective.

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What is the purpose of G.O. 1991-02L?

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To provide guidelines for force in response to resistance and reporting incidents.

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According to the policy, what is the primary principle of the Lexington Police Department?

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To value and preserve human life, and respect basic human rights.

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What must officers use to bring an incident under control according to the policy?

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Only the force that is objectively reasonable.

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What do officers have to do in case of visible injuries or complaints of injury?

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Render aid by providing first aid or requesting emergency medical assistance.

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Why is accountability necessary in the use of force according to the department policy?

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To safeguard the rights of the public and preserve the department’s integrity.

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According to the policy, when should the use of force be reported?

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In a timely, complete, and accurate manner by involved officers.

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What data should the department submit related to incidents resulting in death or serious bodily injury?

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All relevant statistical data to the FBI National Use-of-Force Data Collection.

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Define Deadly Physical Force according to the Lexington Police Department policy.

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Force used with the purpose of causing death or serious physical injury.

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What does De-Escalation involve during a potential force encounter?

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Taking actions to stabilize the situation and reduce threat immediacy.

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What are Exigent Circumstances according to the policy?

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Those circumstances requiring immediate action to prevent harm or consequences.

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What factors assist in justifying the level of control used?

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Number of suspects, size and physical condition of individuals, suspect’s physical abilities, alcohol or drug use perception, mental state perception, availability of weapons, environmental factors, injury to officer, officer’s position.

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What risk should officers consider when using a CEW on a subject?

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They should consider the risk of secondary injury caused by sudden subject incapacitation.

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When should officers give a verbal warning before using a CEW?

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When tactically feasible, officers should give the warning ‘Taser, Taser, Taser’ to alert other officers and the suspect.

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Where should officers target when deploying a CEW on a subject?

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The preferred target area is the back or below the solar plexus on the front of the body.

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What action should officers take during a standard CEW cycle to control the subject?

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Handcuffing should occur as soon as practical while taking caution not to touch between probe locations.

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How many CEW cycles are considered acceptable on a subject?

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Officers shall use the least number of CEW cycles necessary, not exceeding what is objectively reasonable.

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What should officers do if a subject does not respond to three CEW cycles?

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If the subject is unresponsive after three CEW cycles, officers should consider other means of control as per department policy.

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How should multiple officers coordinate CEW deployment?

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Multiple officers should communicate to ensure only one deploys the CEW, avoiding poor probe spread or low contact.

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What should officers do once a prisoner is controlled and restrained?

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Monitor the prisoner’s condition, airway, breathing, circulation, and level of consciousness.

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How should a resisting prisoner in a prone position be repositioned after being subdued?

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They should be repositioned to the sitting position or placed on their side.

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When should officers exercise extreme caution while using body weight to control a prisoner?

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When the prisoner is in the prone position; weight must be removed once restrained.

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What should an officer do if a subject does not demonstrate a ‘functional level of consciousness’?

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Immediately request an EC Unit for medical assessment and transport.

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What actions must a supervisor take if an officer uses force within guidelines?

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Respond to the scene as soon as practical and oversee necessary procedures.

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In what situations should a patrol duty commander be notified according to guidelines?

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In situations involving serious injuries, deaths, or as per approved criteria.

33
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What is the chain of command for completing and forwarding a BlueTeam report?

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Supervisor -> Immediate supervisor -> Bureau assistant chief -> Public Integrity Unit.

34
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Who is responsible for ensuring all required reports are completed if the involved officer is unable?

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The responding supervisor should ensure completion of necessary reports.

35
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When is the use of deadly force justified during an arrest?

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Deadly force is justified during an arrest for a felony involving the use or threatened use of physical force likely to cause death or serious physical injury.

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What are the conditions for justifiable use of physical force in preventing the escape of an arrested person?

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Physical force to prevent escape is justifiable if it could have been used to effect the arrest and if deadly force is necessary to prevent escape from jail.

37
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What steps should an officer take before using deadly force?

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Identify as an officer and warn of intent to use deadly force when feasible.

38
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Under what circumstances can deadly force be used by an officer?

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Deadly force can be used if the officer witnessed the offense or has sufficient evidence of the offense and perpetrator’s identity.

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What types of threats justify the use of deadly force according to the notes?

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Deadly force should only be used when a person poses a threat to human life, not just to themselves or property.

40
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What are the guidelines regarding choke holds and vascular neck restraints?

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Choke holds and vascular neck restraints are prohibited unless deadly force is authorized.

41
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Are warning shots allowed according to the department’s regulations?

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Warning shots are strictly forbidden by the department.

42
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What happens if an officer’s use of force results in death or serious injury?

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The officer shall be administratively reassigned per outlined procedures.

43
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How should the reasonableness of using force be judged?

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The reasonableness is judged from the perspective of a reasonable officer on the scene, not with hindsight.

44
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What responsibility does an officer have if a subject is injured after force is used?

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An officer will ensure the subject is evaluated by medical personnel at the scene.

45
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How should officers treat CEW probes after removal?

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As a biohazard risk.

46
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What action should officers take if a subject displays unusual reactions to a CEW?

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Book cartridge and probes as evidence.

47
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Where can replacement cartridges for CEWs be obtained during normal business hours?

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At the Technical Services Unit.

48
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When should an officer’s supervisor download TASER data after deployment?

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Immediately after deployment onto a department computer.

49
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Under what conditions may officers use force during a medical emergency?

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When a situation does not fit within the Graham test criteria.

50
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What factors should be considered when evaluating the reasonableness of force used in a medical emergency?

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The person’s condition, threat level, and necessity of force.

51
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According to KRS 503.100, when is the use of physical force justifiable?

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To prevent suicide or serious physical injury.

52
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What does KRS 503.090 specifically address in relation to physical force?

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Use of physical force in law enforcement.

53
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When should officers refrain from deploying the CEW to the neck, trachea, and groin?

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Unless the suspect exhibits high levels of active aggression towards the officer.

54
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Under what conditions can officers deploy the CEW to incapacitate dangerous animals?

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When the animals pose an immediate threat to officers or the public.

55
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What actions should officers take immediately after utilizing the CEW on a suspect and getting the suspect in custody?

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Officers should immediately contact an on-duty supervisor and evaluate the suspect’s need for medical attention or treatment.

56
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When should officers not use a CEW on handcuffed persons?

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Unless doing so is necessary to prevent the person from causing serious bodily injury or is involved in a physical assault.

57
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In what situation should officers use the third point of contact drive stun with a CEW?

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In the event of a missed or small probe spread to complete the conductive circuit.

58
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What restrictions are in place for using a CEW on a subject fleeing from arrest based on the charge of fleeing and evading?

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Officers should have probable cause to arrest and the subject must pose an immediate threat or be armed.

59
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When should a BlueTeam report be completed for an officer’s actions resulting in the death of another person?

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A BlueTeam report shall also be completed whenever an officer’s actions result in the death of another person.

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Who is responsible for completing a BlueTeam report during special operations like drug raids or felony arrests?

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The on-scene ERU Commander or the on-scene Special Investigations Section (SIS) supervisor.

61
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What are the reporting systems designed for in the department’s use of force procedures?

A

The reporting systems assist with identifying trends, improving officer safety, and providing timely information.

62
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When should intentional discharges of firearms be promptly reported to an on-duty supervisor?

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Intentional discharges of firearms, unless in training or recreational use, shall be promptly reported.

63
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What actions by an officer necessitate completing a BlueTeam report?

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Points a firearm, discharges a firearm, injures a suspect, uses impact weapon, sprays pepper spray, among others.

64
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What does the duty to intervene policy require of employees?

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To intervene if they observe unreasonable force or policy violations, and report such incidents.

65
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What duty and responsibility do all employees have according to the notes?

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To intervene in unreasonable force situations, and promptly report incidents to a supervisor.

66
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How should officers modify their level of force in relation to subject resistance?

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Officers should lower force as resistance decreases and respond reasonably if resistance escalates.

67
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What are the procedures related to de-escalation as outlined in the notes?

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An officer should first use de-escalation techniques, allow time for compliance, and then consider force.

68
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What should officers do when de-escalation techniques are not effective?

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Consider using force to control non-compliant individuals following department-approved methods.

69
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What principles must officers adhere to regarding resistance control?

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Officers must use objectively reasonable force as outlined by department training, KRS Chapters, and court rulings.

70
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What must be done with accidental discharges of a firearm by an officer?

A

Promptly report to an on-duty supervisor and complete a BlueTeam report.

71
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How should intentional or accidental use of less-lethal weapons be documented?

A

Supervisor documents on a BlueTeam report as outlined in the policy.

72
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What should an officer do in a vehicular assault situation involving a deadly weapon?

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Move out of the vehicle’s path and to a safe area if possible.

73
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When are officers allowed to shoot at a moving or stationary vehicle?

A

Only in extraordinary circumstances when necessary to protect human life.

74
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What training should officers receive annually as per the policy?

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Training on Resistance Control Continuum, proper force application, laws, policies, and more.

75
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What should all use of force training be subject to as per the policy?

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Documentation to track the training provided to all officers.

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