Vehicle
Stopping
Procedures
Stopping
Procedures
Choose the ideal location of a traffic stop.
A. Active Traffic Intersection
B.Bridge
C. Wide Shoulder
D. Dark Alleyway
C! Wide shoulder. You want Safety, Illumination and Space.
What is the appropriate distance patrol should stage their vehicle during stop.
A. 3 car lengths to the rear
B. 1 car length to the rear
C. 2 car lengths to the rear
D. Directly behind the vehicle
C! Two car lengths to the rear of the stopped vehicle.
Where should you place your hand when approaching the stopped vehicle.
A. Trunk lid
B. Back drivers side window
C. Top of the vehicle
A! Trunk lid. As you pass the rear bumper, press down on the trunk lid.
Which is most ineffective to signal a Vehicle to stop.
A. Overhead Lights
B. A Whistle
C. Siren
D. PA System
B. Whistle - Ineffective, Misinterpretation
Choose the most appropriate position for your vehicle when conducting a stop.
A. 3 feet to the left of stopped vehicle
B. 3 feet to the right of stopped vehicle
C. 6 feet to the left of stopped vehicle
D. 6 feet to the right of stopped vehicle
A! 3 feet to the left. You want your patrol off-center in the safest direction.
Which is incorrect when requesting information from the driver.
A. Driver License - CAC
B. Birth Certificate
C. Vehicle Insurance
D. Registration
B! Birth certificate
What amendments protect persons against unreasonable searches and seizures.
A. 6th amendment
B.4th amendment
C. 7th amendment
D. 1st amendment
B. 4th amendment
During hours of Darkness defender should use _______ from their patrol vehicle when conducting a traffic stop.
A. High beams
B. Take Down Lights
C. Spotlights
D. All the above
D! All are applicable and assist with illumination in hours of darkness.
Defenders must have the ability to evaluate the offenders.
A. Mental outlook
B.Physical condition
C. Facts concerning the condition
D. All the above
D! All the above
What shouldn't you advise BDOC when conducting a traffic stop.
A. Mileage of your Vehicle
B. Location of Stop
C. Vehicle Description
D. License Plate number
E. Number of Visible Occupants
A! The mileage of your patrol vehicle is irrelevant in this instance.
* Save it when/if transporting
What is the maximum range of police M18
A. 50 meters
B. 1600 meters
C. 1800 meters
D.60 meters
C. 1800 meters
The maximum EFFECTIVE range is 50 meters
What are the 3 suspect behavior categories?
A. Obedient, Assaultive, Resistant
B. Assaultive, Obedient,Defiant
C. Assaultive, Resistant, Compliant
D. Compliant, Obedient, Resistant
C! Assaultive, Resistant, Compliant
Choose the correct form to obtain consent to search
A. AF Form 1176
B. AF Form 1173
C. DD Form 1176
D. AF Form 1364
E. None of the above
D! AF Form 1364
A. Walk up to the drivers door while maintaining eye contact with the driver
B. Approach from rear at an angle, visually inspect rear seat and hands of all visible occupants
C. Stand directly behind driver door to avoid being seen by occupants
D. Positioning yourself in front of the stopped vehicle to observe the engine compartment
B! Approach from rear at an angle, visually inspect rear seat and hands of all visible occupants. (Maintain Situational awareness.)
Where can you find more information on conducting Traffic Stops.
A. SFTRG2 Volume 4 Chapter 25
B. SFTRG2 Volume 6 Chapter 24
C. SFTRG2 Volume 4 chapter 24
D. SFTRG2 Volume 6 Chapter 25
A! SFTRG2 Volume 4 Chapter 25