Types Of Crimes
Patrol Tactics
Landmark Supreme Courts Cases
Patrol Scenarios
911
100

This is a less serious crime usually punishable by less than one year in jail.

Misdemeanor 

100

What are others types of patrol? 

Apprehension Patrols

Clearing Patrols 

Standing Patrols 

Directed Patrols  

100

This case required police to inform suspects of their rights.

Miranda v. Arizona

100

Law enforcement officers are assigned to schools to proactively address safety concerns, prevent violence, and intervene early in conflict.


Proactive

100

 This is the absolute first piece of information a dispatcher must obtain. 

 What is the location?

200

What is a felony?

This is a serious crime that can result in prison time over one year.

200

Police Patrols Goals: 

Maintaining Visibility 

Engaging Citizens 

Stop crimes 

Answering Calls 

200

 What is Plessy v. Ferguson?

This case established the “separate but equal” doctrine.

200

Police proactively monitor high-accident areas with increased patrols and checkpoints to prevent traffic violations and reduce accidents.


Proactive


200

 This "W" determines if the emergency is happening right now or in the past.

 What is When?

300

 What is burglary?

Entering a building illegally with the intent to commit a crime.

300

What is Patrolling? 

Is the method of maintaning order and security by monitoring an area at regular intervals. 

300

This case guaranteed the right to an attorney even if you cannot afford one.

 Gideon v. Wainwright

300

Police arrive at the scene after a reported break-in, secure the area, collect evidence, and interview witnesses to investigate and apprehend suspects.



Reactive 


300

This "W" involves identifying if anyone is injured and requires medical attention.

Who is involved?

400

This crime involves intentionally setting property on fire.

Arson 

400

Which one is not considerate a Patrol Method?  

Motor Vehicles 

Bicycle 

Marine 

Scooter 

Two officers 

Foot 

400

 What is Mapp v. Ohio? 

This case ruled that evidence obtained illegally cannot be used in court.

400

A suburban community organized volunteer patrols in cooperation with local police. The patrols helped detect and report suspicious activities early, preventing several attempted break-ins.

Preventive 

400

 These two letters represent the "What" in the 5 W's of 911 dispatch

What is the nature of the emergency?

500

What is the difference between assault and battery?

Assault is the threat or attempt to inflict injury, while battery is the actual, intentional physical contact or harm.

500

"Coverage Large Areas"

Aircraft Patrol 

500

This case established judicial review.

Marbury v. Madison

500

Police respond to a call about an assault, detain the suspect, provide aid to the victim, and begin the legal process.

Reactive 

500

This is the crucial information to gather regarding weapons on a scene. 

What are the type and location of weapons?