Planning and Initiating
a Vehicle Pullover
a Vehicle Pullover
What factor do these considerations go under?
Visibility of the patrol vehicle to other motorists
Amount and size of curves leading to the location of the stop (e.g., existence of blind curves)
Weather conditions (e.g., fog, rain, snow, etc.)
Why is risk assessment important during a vehicle stop?
-always assess and reassess risk-stay alert
What should you do when directing someone out one at a time?
Monitor movements, advise them to keep their hands in view.
Give an example of a lawful justification for High-risk pullover.
Occupant of vehicle is displaying a weapon.
A vehicle is identified as one stolen during a carjacking.
Where should an officer direct the target vehicle to stop?
-a safe stopping location
What are the 6 steps for a stop?
Greeting, Officer and department identification, Explain reason for stop, Request drivers license, registration, and proof of insurance, Decide appropriate action, Close the contact
The actions a patrol officer may take during a vehicle pullover may be dependent on the:
type of offense involved,
level of perceived threat,
environmental conditions, (e.g., weather, lighting, road surface, etc.) and/or
type of vehicle being pulled over.
What is the purpose of using an offset position for the patrol vehicle
so it can be used for cover
In what situations may the officer need to direct the driver/occupants out of the vehicle?
Passing traffic, Verifying I.D., Sobriety check, Continuing an investigation, Searching the vehicle, Arrest is imminent.
Give an example of a lawful justification for Traffic Pullovers.
Driver fails to come to a complete stop at a stop sign.
A vehicle’s muffler is not working properly and the vehicle is violating noise standards (or any other vehicle code violation.)
What should an officer do before exiting the patrol unit?
Lower windows, unlock doors, check traffic, then exit
What Pullover Category do these justifications belong to?
A vehicle resembles one reportedly used in a crime.
A vehicle is being operated erratically.
Investigative pullover
Why should an officer use a flashlight sparingly during the approach?
so they can avoid their movement from being tracked