Routine Traffic Stop

Vehicle Stopping Procedures

100

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.

200

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

300

What amendments protect persons against unreasonable searches and seizures.

A. 6th amendment 

B.4th amendment 

C. 7th amendment 

D. 1st amendment 

B. 4th amendment 

400

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

500

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

Vehicle Positioning and Approach

100

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.

200

 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.

300

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.

400

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

500

Which is most consistent with SFS police safety principals and practices

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.)

Unknown TrafficStop

100

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.

200

Which is incorrect when requesting information from the driver.

A. Driver License - CAC

B. Birth Certificate

C. Vehicle Insurance

D. Registration

B! Birth certificate

300

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

400

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

500

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