SCCJA Unit 2 Exam Study Guide with
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Use of force reasons - correct answer To effect an arrest, to prevent an escape,
self-defense, and protection of other officers and public.
Tennessee v. Garner - correct answer Deadly force is only acceptable if it is
NECESSARY to stop a fleeing suspect when there is probable cause to believe that
they pose a significant threat of death or serious physical injury to the officer or others.
Self defense deadly force - correct answer Can be used if necessary to protect the life of
the officer or another person. Three factors to consider in deadly force usage are ability,
opportunity, and jeopardy. Always be cognizant of collateral damage situations.
, Emergency Vehicle Operation - correct answer Officers can violate traffic laws as long
as they drive WITH DUE REGARD FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PERSONS.
Emergency vehicles require the use of lights and siren, unless it meets the exception list.
Ensure the pursuit is warranted, or is reasonable to continue, by evaluating the totality of
the facts (is ID known, time of day, place, weather, traffic, pedestrians, severity of crime,
vehicle condition).
Emergency Vehicle Lights and Siren Exceptions - correct answer When obtaining
evidence of speeding, when using them is not tactically sound, or for "tailing" purposes.
Brower v. County of Inyo - correct answer "Effectively concealing" a roadblock makes
it so that innocent people are put in danger and fleeing suspects are not given an
opportunity to stop safely.
Reed v. Medlin - correct answer A checkpoint was established at the bottom of a hill
with limited visibility. Narrow shoulders and a bridge prevented emergency escape.
A logging truck struck a car, killing Reed, when it was unable to stop in time for the
checkpoint. YOU ARE LIABLE IF YOU SET UP A DANGEROUS CHECKPOINT
Questions and Complete Solutions (A+
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Use of force reasons - correct answer To effect an arrest, to prevent an escape,
self-defense, and protection of other officers and public.
Tennessee v. Garner - correct answer Deadly force is only acceptable if it is
NECESSARY to stop a fleeing suspect when there is probable cause to believe that
they pose a significant threat of death or serious physical injury to the officer or others.
Self defense deadly force - correct answer Can be used if necessary to protect the life of
the officer or another person. Three factors to consider in deadly force usage are ability,
opportunity, and jeopardy. Always be cognizant of collateral damage situations.
, Emergency Vehicle Operation - correct answer Officers can violate traffic laws as long
as they drive WITH DUE REGARD FOR THE SAFETY OF ALL PERSONS.
Emergency vehicles require the use of lights and siren, unless it meets the exception list.
Ensure the pursuit is warranted, or is reasonable to continue, by evaluating the totality of
the facts (is ID known, time of day, place, weather, traffic, pedestrians, severity of crime,
vehicle condition).
Emergency Vehicle Lights and Siren Exceptions - correct answer When obtaining
evidence of speeding, when using them is not tactically sound, or for "tailing" purposes.
Brower v. County of Inyo - correct answer "Effectively concealing" a roadblock makes
it so that innocent people are put in danger and fleeing suspects are not given an
opportunity to stop safely.
Reed v. Medlin - correct answer A checkpoint was established at the bottom of a hill
with limited visibility. Narrow shoulders and a bridge prevented emergency escape.
A logging truck struck a car, killing Reed, when it was unable to stop in time for the
checkpoint. YOU ARE LIABLE IF YOU SET UP A DANGEROUS CHECKPOINT
