Specialized Activities Flashcards
1
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The four reasons why people steal cars are
A
a) To Joy Ride
b) Transportation
c) Professional
d) To Commit Other Crimes
2
Q
VIN stands for
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Vehicle Identification Number
3
Q
The key questions to ask when gathering information about a stolen vehicle are
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a) Where was the vehicle parked?
b) Was it locked?
c) What time was the vehicle last seen?
d) Who was the last person to see the vehicle?
e) Who was the last person to drive the vehicle?
f) What is the identity or description of the suspect (if seen)?
4
Q
What specific questions would you ask as it relates to the vehicle itself?
A
a) Make?
b) Model?
c) Year?
d) Color?
e) VIN?
f) License plate number?
5
Q
The four methods used to spot stolen vehicles are
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a) “The Hot List”
b) Parked Vehicles
c) Moving Vehicles
d) High Speed Chase
6
Q
N.I.C.B stands for
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National Insurance Crime Bureau
7
Q
The _________ says that people have the right to _______ assemble.
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First Amendment
peaceably
8
Q
The United States is a _________, and allows its citizens to ______.
A
constitutional republic
protest
9
Q
People commonly protest over issues such as: abortion, ________, Cap &
trade, _________, student reasons, ________, and labor
or economic reasons.
A
trade issues
religious reasons
individual and group rights
10
Q
________ are statements or actions expressing disapproval or objection to
something.
A
Protests
11
Q
_______ are public disturbances involving three or more people acting
together, or in concert which by tumultuous and violent conduct, or the imminent
threat of this conduct results.
A
Riots
12
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Protests in the United States have involved issues such as:
A
the Vietnam War,
desegregation, and civil rights issues.
13
Q
When planning a response to a protest, police agencies should ask:
A
Who, why, when & where
if it is a permitted event
will there be reactionary groups
medical and hospital preparations,
14
Q
The same use of force cases apply to police response to civil disturbance as in
other use of force situations. Officers should consider
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Tennessee v. Garner
Graham v. Conner.
15
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Standard riot control equipment includes:
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a helmet with face shield,
a 36” riot baton
a shield
zip cuffs, barricades,
and body armor.
16
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The three basic riot control formations are:
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line, wedge, and diamond.
17
Q
The _____ is the most basic and easiest to establish. Team members stand
shoulder to shoulder, about 12 - 16 inches apart.
A
line
18
Q
The _____ is the strongest of the formations. It has a central point for forward
movement.
A
wedge
19
Q
The ______ provides 360 degree security around the team. It is the weakest
formation, because it can’t be reinforced without moving assets.
A
diamond
20
Q
Team member roles include:
A
line operators, arrest teams, less-lethal teams, and
command.
21
Q
When processing arrests during a civil disturbance, arrest teams should
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- Remove zip cuffs or any other temporary restraints. Put the suspects in
handcuffs that can be double-locked. - Decontaminate the suspects (if a chemical agent was used).
- Render medical aid if needed.
- Get personal information such as fingerprints, photographs, and arrest
charges.
22
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When testifying in court, three areas of concern are as follows:
A
a. Appearance
b. Attitude
c. Etiquette
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Steps to be taken when preparing to give testimony:
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1) Principles of Courtroom Testimony (C H O B E)
i. Clarity
ii. Honesty
iii. Objectivity
iv. Brevity
v. Emotional Control
2) Refreshing the Memory of the Officer
i. Review the Incident Report
ii. Consult with the Prosecutor/District Attorney
3) Your Appearance must be Prompt
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Q
The Nine Rules for Courtroom Survival to Increase the Officer’s Effectiveness in
Court
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a. Read all relevant reports on an incident
b. Look professional and be professional
c. Always tell the truth
d. Listen to the question
e. Understand the question before you answer
f. Pause before answering a question
g. Avoid police jargon
h. Act naturally, but be dynamic
i. Don’t argue with the defense attorney
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Cross Examination Tactics by Defense Attorneys
a. Rapid-fire questions
b. Condescending counsel
c. Friendly counsel
d. Badgering/belligerent counsel
e. Offensive counsel
f. Staring at the officer
g. Demand for Yes or No answers
h. Suggestive questions
i. Repetitious questions
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* Is a process to assist individuals in finding adaptive solutions to unsettling
events.
* Is not therapy.
* Focuses on the problem of the day and deals with one event of a person in crisis to
try to mitigate the impact of the event.
* Provides emotional first aid that will help to de-escalate the individual in crisis and
transfers them over to the appropriate help.
* Is to produce a short-term positive outcome of that crisis with a safe resolution.
Crisis intervention
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MENTAL DISORDER EFFECTS ON POLICE PROCEDURES
* Service Calls
* Police time spent on calls
* Civil commitment transports
* Injuries to mentally ill
* Arrest and population in jails
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COMMON BEHAVIOR TRAITS FOR THOUGHT DISORDERS:
* Delusions (persecution & grandeur)
* Hallucinations
* Extreme Emotions
* Disturbed Communication
* Disturbed movements
* Not Prone to Violence
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Are demonstrated by disturbances in emotional reactions and feelings. Most
common diagnoses are Major Depression and Bipolar.
MOOD DISORDERS
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COMMON BEHAVIOR TRAITS FOR MOOD DISORDERS:
* Emotional Extremes
* Extreme Mood Swings
* Lack of Interest
* Mania
* Violence Potential more to Themselves
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A group of mental health conditions in which a person has a long-term pattern of
behaviors, emotions, and thoughts that is very different from his or her culture's
expectations. Many individuals are in the jail and prison populations. The most
common diagnoses are Borderline and Antisocial Personality Disorder
PERSONALITY DISORDERS:
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COMMON BEHAVIOR TRAITS FOR BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDERS:
* Extreme Reactions to Abandonment
* Unstable self-image
* Impulsive
* Suicidal
* Mood Changes
* Anger
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COMMON BEHAVIOR TRAITS FOR ANTISOCIAL PERSONALITY DISORDERS:
* Breaking Laws
* Liar
* Impulsive
* Frequent Physical Fights
* Disregard to Safety
* Shows No Responsibility
* No Remorse
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Induced by the use of drugs in the amounts or methods that are harmful to
themselves or others. The commonly used substances are alcohol, cocaine, and
amphetamines, hallucinogens, opioids, and sedatives.
SUBSTANCE INDUCED DISORDERS:
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COMMON BEHAVIOR TRAITS FOR SUBSTANCE INDUCED DISORDERS:
* Increase Potential for Violence
* Unusual Strength
* High Pain Tolerance
* Excited Delirium
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A state of extreme mental and physiological excitement.
* Is a Condition
* Medical Emergency
* Presents itself as Law Enforcement problem
Excited Delirium
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COMMON BEHAVIOR TRAITS FOR EXCITED DELIRIUM
* Aggressiveness
* Combativeness
* Hyperactivity
* Extreme Paranoia
* Unexpected strength
* Incoherent shouting
* Nudity
* Profuse Sweating
* Attraction to Glass
* Animal style behavior
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Is referred to as PTSD, and is Anxiety Disorder
It can occur following the experience of, or witnessing of a traumatic event.
POST-TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER (PTSD)
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3 TYPES OF PTSD SYMPTOMS:
* Re-experiencing
* Avoidance and numbing
* Increased arousal
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COMMON BEHAVIOR TRAITS FOR PTSD:
* Flashbacks
* Depression
* Self-blame, guilt or shame
* Suicidal
* Anger and aggressive behavior
* Feelings of unfairness
* Alcohol and drug abuse
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INDIVIDUALS AT RISK OF COMMITTING SUICIDE:
* Individuals who have experienced a major loss
* Substance abusers
- * Loners
* Depressed Individuals
* Over achievers
* Victims of Violence
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WARNING SIGNS FOR SUICIDE:
* Previous attempts
* Talking about wanting to die or suicide
* Gives away possessions
* No Sense of Purpose
* Anger
* Sudden Mood Changes
* Self-destructive behaviors
* Withdrawal
* Depression
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INTERVENTION STRATEGIES
BASIC RULES FOR INTERVENTION:
* Be Aware
* PERSONAL SAFETY
* Remember P.L.A.I.D. (Plan, lethality, availability, illness, depression).
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USE PROPER POSITIONING AND TONE: During intervention
* Distance minimum 3 feet
* Non-threatening but safe Stance
* Calm Voice tone
* Hand placement
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VERBAL INTERVENTIONS:
* Introduce self as an officer
* Request and Statements
* "I" instead of "You"
* Listen
* Validate Feelings & Concerns
* Clarify Problem
* Restore problem- solving capacity
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During verbal interventions try not to
Take things personally
* Promise
* Have a Power Struggle
* Show emotions
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LEGAL ASPECTS
MODES OF COMMITMENT:
* _______ Admission
* ________ Admission
* Voluntary Admission
* Involuntary Admission
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ORDER OF PROTECTIVE CUSTODY (OPC):
* Signed by: Coroner, Deputy Coroner, or a District Judge
* Provides legal authority for Law Enforcement to transport individual to a treatment
facility.
* Valid for 72 hours from issuance.
* 12 hour time limit once subject is in custody to deliver to a treatment facility or
coroner's office or subject shall be released.
* Guarantees only psychiatric evaluation.
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PHYSICIAN'S EMERGENCY CERTIFICATE (PEC):
* Signed by a Physician or Clinical Psychologist after evaluation.
* Valid for 72 hours from date and time it's signed.
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Any person of legal age may file with the court a petition which asserts his belief
that a person is suffering from mental illness which contributes or causes that
person to be a danger to himself or others or to be gravely disabled, or is
suffering from substance abuse which contributes or causes that person to be a
danger to himself or others or to be gravely disabled and may thereby request a
hearing.
JUDICIAL COMMITMENT:
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A peace officer or a peace officer accompanied by an emergency medical service
trained technician may take a person into protective custody and transport him to
a treatment facility for a medical evaluation when, as a result of his personal
observation, the peace officer or emergency medical service technician has
reasonable grounds to believe the person is a proper subject for involuntary
admission to a treatment facility because the person is acting in a manner
dangerous to himself or dangerous to others, is gravely disabled, and is in need of
immediate hospitalization to protect such a person or others from physical harm. Is LRS _____
LA R.S. 28:53 L. (1) Admission by Emergency Certificate:
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Requires the law enforcement officer executing the order to take universal
precautions for his protection and the person taken in custody, including the use of
crisis intervention techniques. ACT ___ of ____
ACT 409 of 2005
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The two basic types of incidents and officer will respond to are a_______ and
______.
Problem
Crisis
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The five fundamentals of listening are?
a. Encouraging/Reassuring
b. Paraphrasing
c. Emotional Labeling
d. Mirroring
e. Summarizing
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The six basic behaviors of active listening are?
a. Facial Gestures/Head Movement
b. Eye Contact
c. Body Stance/Positioning
d. Avoid Interrupting
e. Avoid Distractions
f. Clarifying Questions
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The five core elements of verbal communication are?
a. Accurate
b. Avoid Slang/Jargon
c. Beware of Word Meanings
d. Professionalism
e. Understanding
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The four aspects of voice control are?
a. Lowered Voice
b. Raised Voice
c. Controlled Voice
d. Slower Rate
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What are the three areas to be analyzed when conducting a tactical reassessment?
a. Body Language
b. Posture
c. Movement
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What are the three aspects of an officers' presence that can influence a particular
situation?
a. Uniforms
b. Weapons
c. Vehicles
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How many basic de-escalation tactics are there?
a. Nine
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List the basic De-escalation tactics?
b. Connect
c. Distract
g. Offer Helpful Solutions
h. Buy Time
i. Distance
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________is the main consideration prior to using any type of
De-escalation tactic?
Officer Safety
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Every officer's goal should be to achieve _______
through the use of De-Escalation tactics.
Voluntary Compliance
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Through active listening we hope to achieve a _______
Mutual Understanding
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What are the eight verbalization assist techniques?
a. Choices
b. Distraction
c. Motivation
d. Limits
e. No Judgment
f. Feelings
g. Silence
i. Clarify
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What are the three main areas of the posture aspect in the tactical reassessment?
a. Nose to Nose
b. Touching
c. Pointing
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Implied ______ are a set of laws that governs each licensed driver's
conduct concerning the administration of a chemical test for intoxication.
Consent laws
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Louisiana Implied Consent Laws are covered in Louisiana Revised Statutes
_________ through _______
32:661 through 32:670.
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The important factor to realize is that a person does not have a constitutional right to______ the chemical test for intoxication.
refuse
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LRS______ - If the person is under 21 the test shall be administered if the officer has
reasonable grounds to believe the person has consumed alcoholic beverages.
32:661
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LRS ________ - If a traffic fatality has occurred or a person has sustained a serious bodily
injury the person under arrest may not refuse to submit to a chemical test.
32:666
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The revised Statute addressing Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated is LA RS
14:98A
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The crime of OWI is also commonly known as _________
Driving While Intoxicated.
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The revised statute that gives the penalties for DWI 3rd Offense is LA RS
14:98.3.
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The revised statute for Underage Driving Under the Influence is La RS
14:98.6.
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Operating a Vehicle while a person's driving privileges are suspended for a
previous DWI arrest is a violation of what revised statute
14:98.8
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If a person who has been arrested for DWI on two previous and separate occasions and refuses to submit to the chemical test for intoxication what crime can that person be charged with (including revised statute number) Unlawful refusal to
submit to chemical test La RS
Unlawful refusal to
submit to chemical test La RS 14:98.7.
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List at least 10 driving behaviors that may indicate impairment
Drifting in and out
of travel lane, Turning with wide radius, Driving excessively slow- More than
10mph below posted speed limit for no reason, Driving with no lights when
required, Driving on rims, Driving left of center, Stopping for no reason,
Disregarding traffic control devices, Driving on shoulder of roadway, Driving
wrong way on one way.
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List at least 10 physical indicators that may indicate impairment from either drugs or alcohol
Odor of Unknown Alcoholic Beverage Emitting From Person, Glassy Eyes/Marked Reddening of Eyes, Slurred/Thick Tongued Speech,
Swaying/Unsure Balance, Vomiting, Urinating/Defecating on Self, Cool,
Clammy Skin, Flushed Skin, Body Tremors, Odor of Marijuana Emitting From Person or From Vehicle, Pleading To Be Let Go/Call Someone To Pick Up.
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Name the three Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus,
Walk and Turn, One Leg Stand.
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List at least two additional divided attention tests
Alphabet Recital Letters C through Q, Counting Down 32 to 19.
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The types of subjects that become barricaded or take hostages are:
A. Mentally disturbed
B. Criminals:
C. Prisoners:
D. Terrorists:
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Elements that must exist in order to successfully negotiate a barricaded/hostage
situation:
A. A need to live on the part of the subject(s).
B. A threat of force by authorities.
C. Communication between subject(s) and authorities.
D. A leader among the subjects.
E. A demand by the subject(s).
F. Containment
G. Time for rational thinking.
H. A negotiator who indicates a willingness to help the subject(s).
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Potential behavior patterns of hostages (Stockholm Syndrome):
A. The hostage can develop positive feelings toward his captors unless abused
or isolated.
B. The hostage can develop negative feelings toward the authorities.
C. Unless the hostage is abused or isolated, the hostage takers can develop
positive feelings toward the hostages.
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The process of negotiations
A. Things that are negotiable:
a. Food and soft drinks.
b. Transportation as a bargaining point.
c. Freedom for either hostages or barricaded subject.
d. Money
e. Exchange of hostages is a poor tactic.
f. Media coverage
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Time guidelines consideration during the negotiation process.
A. Basic need for food, water and sleep increases.
B. Stress/anxiety tends to be reduced.
C. Generally, people begin to think more rationally after the first 20 - 30 minutes.
D. Allows for Stockholm Syndrome to develop.
E. Increases opportunity for escape of hostages.
F. Subject's expectations are reduced.
G. Possibility of increased rapport between negotiator and subject.
H. The incident may simply fade and the subject surrender.
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Modes of contact
A. Bullhorn: authoritative, impersonal, but may be needed for initial contact.
B. Exposed face to face negotiation guidelines (high risk).
a. Get a verbal assurance not to harm you.
b. Don't talk if he's pointing a weapon at you.
c. Go face to face only after time has passed and rapport and trust have
been established.
d. Never go face to face with more than one subject.
e. Always maintain direct eye contact.
f. Always maintain an escape route.
g. Never turn your back on a subject.
h. Before approaching, exchange physical descriptions.
i . Be aware of body space.
j. Ask yourself, "Why? Is this necessary?
C. Face to face from cover.
D. Telephone (generally the best method because it is private, provides
protection/safety, and simplifies the negotiation process.
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Contact, communication, intelligence process A. Background information:
a. Age, sex, general background and weapons.
b. Encourage dialogue.
c. Speak on subject's level.
d. Assess mental status (confused, irrational or logical).
e. Determine stress level.
f. Strive for good personal communication and exchanges.
g. Keep the subject in a decision making process.
h. Bargain with the subject and always ask for something in return.
i. Downplay past events.
j. Do not push the subject to desperate measures.
k. Avoid deadlines.
I. Give the hostages minimal attention.
m. Be cautious of civilian negotiators.
n. Never negotiate alone.
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A. Even if untrained, should have value.
B. Can assist to determine if subject is mentally disturbed, and help determine
communication approach with subject.
Clinical psychologist / mental health professional
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Options in a hostage/barricaded situation
A. Contain, isolate
B. Contain and demand surrender.
C. Tactical options:
D. Priorities (preservation of life)
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Tactical consideration for initial responding officer
A. Contain the subject by covering all possible escape routes, using the
assistance of other officers. Containment in the early stages is critical.
B. Inform Communications of the situation, location of subject and type of
weapons (if known).
C. Safe avenues of approach to the scene.
D. Take a position that provides protected concealment Uncover.
E. Remove innocent persons from the danger area with due regard for their
safety.
F. Brief superiors upon their arrival. Include status and deployment of officers.
G. Contact EMS and have them set up in a safe location.
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Containment perimeters ( essential to maintain control)
A. Inner perimeter: a sterile zone for tactical personnel only.
B. Outer perimeter: a buffer zone for essential personnel.
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Any situation that forces you to face your vulnerability and mortality or that
which potentially overwhelms your ability to cope.
Critical incident
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Name 10 commonalities of a critical incident.
1. Sudden and unexpected
2. Jeopardizes your sense of control
3. Disrupts your beliefs, values, and assumption of how the world works
4. May include physical or emotional loss
5. Perceptual distortion
6. Confusion after the incident
7. Stress symptoms: Can show immediately or later on and include anxiety,
sleep disorder, elevated blood pressure, appetite change, sex drive
change.
8. Guilt
9. Post incident reactions
10. Coping
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List the administrative procedures that should be followed after a critical incident.
1 . Show care and concern
2. Remove from scene to give a psychological break
3. Explain procedures that must be taken
4. Replace gun that will be taken for evidence
5. Give recovery time before interview
6. Provide someone to be with the officer
7. Contact the officer's family
8. Mandatory mental health appointment
9. Give administrative leave w/ pay
10. Provide opportunity for family counseling
11. Brief the shift to cut down on rumors and questions
12. Expedite the completion of the investigation
13. Allow officer to change duty if requested
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List the 9 elements of a critical incident.
1. Commonalities
2. Administrative procedures
3. Coping with Anger
4. Legal issues
5. Guidelines for winning
6. Garrity
7. Statements
8. FBI
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Name 2 guidelines for winning.
1 . Keep silent at the scene
2. Contact an attorney
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Under _______ an incriminating statement obtained from an officer who is
compelled to provide a statement, under the threat of job loss if the officer
invokes his right to remain silent, may not be used against the officer in
criminal proceedings.
Garrity
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List the 8 elements of a statement.
1. Note weather and lighting
2. Describe how
3. Explain not what was used but why
4. Avoid general terms
5. Identify threat factors
6. Describe physical size
7. Describe scene
8. Describe after care given
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List 2 rights an officer has in reference to F.8.1. investigations.
1. To have full details of complaint
2. To have an attorney present
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List 4 hidden agendas of the opposing counsel.
1 . Create confusion
2. Create uncertainty
3. Provoke anger
4. Invade your personal space
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Patrol Techniques that may minimize an officer from entering into an
ambush "set-up".
a. Remain alert to surroundings
b. Avoid routine patrol
c. Consider the potential dangers
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Tactical steps to be considered during a sniper attack while on foot.
a. Move to cover or concealment.
b. Communicate with dispatch / responding officers/bystanders
c. Locate suspect / Evaluate situation.
d. Contain danger zone/rescue injured people when sufficient
personnel are on scene.
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Tactical steps to be considered during sniper attack while driving.
a. Drive through "kill zone".
b. Exit the vehicle while moving to cover or concealment, if
possible.
c. Communicate with dispatch / responding officers/bystanders.
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Each agency has _______ that affect your responses to an explosive
device.
different policy's
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Once an explosive device is located, _______
DO NOT TOUCH IT
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Evacuate in a ______ but fast manner.
safe
108
As the police officer you will not only evacuate people, but will also _______
a safe area from the blast.
contain
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Before _________, take into consideration the use of cell phone or police
radio. It may produce a frequency that will trigger the device.
communicating
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Be aware of ______ explosive devices.
secondary
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A ______ is defined as a large number of people gathered together, typically in a
disorganized or unruly way.
crowd
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_______ Crowd is a collection of people who have a common intent or
respond emotionally to the same stimuli.
Psychological
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Four Types of Psychological crowds:
a. Casual
b. Sighting
c. Agitated
d. Mob-Like
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A crowd becomes a mob when it changes from _____ gathering to ______or
riotous activity.
lawful
unlawful
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____________ is the unlawful use, or threatened use, of violence by a group
or individual based and operating entirely within the United States (or its
territories). There is no foreign direction. It is committed against persons or
property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any
segment thereof. This is done to further political or social objectives.
Domestic terrorism
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There are three main domestic terrorism ideologies:
political, religious, and
social.
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The political ideologies include both ________ wing groups, as well as
________ groups.
left and right
anarchist
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The four motivation categories for terrorism are:
separatist
ethnocentric
nationalistic
revolutionary.
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________ groups frequently use a symbol that includes the letter "A."
Anarchist
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________ groups believe violence is needed to stop those who they think are
hurting animals.
Animal rights
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Two examples of black separatist groups are:
the New Black Panther Party
the Nation of Islam.
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_________may be affiliated with known extremist groups (domestic or
international), but they operate individually. There is usually no known direction
from extremist leaders.
Lone wolves
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__________ groups want to violently attack or overthrow the government.
They mainly target those who they believe could violate their constitutional rights.
Extremist militia
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The 16 Critical Infrastructure/Key Resource Sectors are:
agriculture & food,
banking & finance,
defense industrial base,
energy,
public health & healthcare,
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The SAR Process includes four steps:
gathering,
documenting,
analyzing,
sharing.
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_______ generally believe that they don't have to answer to law
enforcement, courts, or most governing authorities.
Sovereign citizens
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______ groups are motivated by a hatred of other races and religions.
They are often violent, and often target the federal government, as well as racial,
ethnic, and religious minorities.
White supremacy
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An_____ is someone who is mostly peaceful, and who make their views known
while staying within the bounds of the law.
activist
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An _______ is someone who holds uncompromising or fanatical views. They
may use violent acts, either directly or by encouraging, condoning, or supporting
others. These violent acts are done to achieve political, ideological, religious,
social, or economic goals.
extremist
