Note 1 - traffic PDF

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_Wig wags_ are alternating flashes of the vehicle lights, strobe, flashers, and other lights. - _Wig wags_ are alternating flashes of the vehicle lights, strobe, flashers, and other lights.

A Class E Learner may initially drive only between what hours? - - 6 A.M. and 7 P.M. - 6 A.M. to 10 P.M. (after 3 months issued)

A special authorization printed on a Florida Driver License permitting a driver to drive certain types of vehicles or to transport certain types of property or a certain number of passengers is... A license endorsement

A vehicle that appears to be heavily weighed down in the rear may be carrying... - - stolen merchandise - drugs - tools - a person, or a corpse

After making the stop, the officer should be prepared to exit the patrol vehicle _quickly_. - After making the stop, the officer should be prepared to exit the patrol vehicle _quickly_.

After obtaining the required documentation, what will officer do - - Run proper checks FCIC/NCIC

After officer identifies him-herself to the violator, what should be done? - - explain the reason for the stop - allow the driver to offer an explanation - request the required documentation

After the bluff, what should be done? - - the backup officers should approach the vehicle tactically with weapons drawn - clear the inside of the vehicle

After the investigation, what happens with the suspects? - informed of the charges - arrested - transported to the agency or jail - released if he or she is not the suspect

Angling_" incorporates the offset position with a more dramatic turn of the nose of the vehicle in either direction. - Angling_" incorporates the offset position with a more dramatic turn of the nose of the vehicle in either direction.

Another risk on a traffic stop is stopping a violator in what type of area? - an area populated by their peers (which may create a volatile and dangerous scene)

Are card types and licenses classes identified by? - color headers

As a general rule, the patrol vehicle should be positioned how far from a violator's vehicle? - - 1 ½ to 2 car lengths behind the violator's vehicle

As continued from step 5, which was pulling the vehicle over, what are the last five steps? - Step 6: Position the patrol vehicle - Step 7: visual assessment - Step 8: Exiting the patrol vehicle - Step 9: Approaching the violator's vehicle - Step 10: Interview the driver

At night, when stopping what emergency lights should be used? - - takedown lights - high beams - spotlight

Before approaching the violator's vehicle, an officer should... - assess the degree of danger

Before exiting the patrol vehicle, what should the officer check for? - oncoming traffic in the rear and side-view mirrors

Define querying. - - Gathering info for LE purposes (include entering, running, vehicle check, records check, wants and warrants check)

Define the no approach tactic. - Calling the driver back to the patrol vehicle

DHSMV is responsible for issuing? - - driver licenses

- motor vehicle titles - license plates and vessel registrations - overseeing the Florida Highway Patrol

Each Uniform Traffic Citation book contains how many receipts that are used for assigning the book to an officer? - 2

Emergency lights should be used during a _day_ stop. - Emergency lights should be used during a _day_ stop.

Explain the "plus one" rule of safety. - Officer uses a "bluff" and command any hidden occupants to exit the vehicle. - Ex. Any other occupants please step out... I'm sending K-9...

hen can a high risk stop be conducted alone? - only if the suspect's actions force it (if the suspect stops against the officer's wish)

How do traffic violators act when stopped? - - With embarrassment - Anger - Fear - Excuses - Tension can be high

How do you conduct a proper and professional traffic stop? - - greeting the driver (and passengers) politely - introduce him- or herself - immediately explaining why the stop was made - maintaining a pleasant expression; a calm tone; interview stance; command presence - allowing the driver to talk; not arguing with the violator - not lecturing the violator

- keeping the detention time as short as possible - ending the interaction with a "thank you" - providing the citizen with complete name and badge number upon request

How many citations should be in each book? - 25 four-part citations

How much distance should be left between patrol vehicles? - - Two door widths.

How should Backup vehicles be positioned? - - to the right or left of the primary vehicle - depending on agency policy, roadway, and environmental conditions

How should officer communicate the stop to the violator? - - signal by pulling directly behind the violator's vehicle - once the area is safe to make a stop - turn on the emergency equipment

How should primary vehicle be set up? - In accordance with agency policies and procedures - In a position where the suspect's door can be seen - offset to the left or right of the violator's vehicle

How should the backup officer instruct the driver? - - tell the driver to kneel/prone - handcuff the driver. - conduct a cursory pat-down for weapons; secure any weapons - completely search, and interview him- or her about occupants and weapons - placed into a patrol vehicle

How should trunk be checked? - trunk is unlocked while one officer holds it down - officers move back and assume a safe position to cover vehicle - pointing weapons at the trunk - lift the trunk lid - clear the trunk

o or allow officer in front to get first look

How to deal with undercover officer in a traffic violation? - - If offer ID, dispatch can verify his employment and official status - Follow Agency policy and procedures

If a hit is confirmed during the check, what should officer do? - - may arrest the violator impound the vehicle

If a moving violation result in a crash or injury, what will the violator's obligation be? - pay a higher fine - may have points assessed against his or her driver's license

If a situation seems dangerous, what should an officer do? - request backup and wait for arrival before taking any further action

If any subject attempts to exit the violator's vehicle without being directed to do so by the officer, what should the officer do? - immediately order the subject(s) back into the vehicle

If charged with operating a motor vehicle that is in an unsafe condition or not properly equipped, what might be an option for the violator? - elect to provide certified proof of correction of the condition or equipment problem

If charged with operating a motor vehicle that is in an unsafe condition or not properly equipped, what might be an option for the violator? - elect to provide certified proof of correction of the condition or equipment problem

If extra patrol vehicle show up, what should they assist with? - - securing the occupants - traffic control - interviews - crowd control

If identification is needed from occupants, officers should request documents that provide the most accurate personal information such as the following: - - driver's license or state-issued identification card (with picture) - residence card for non-citizens (green card) - military ID school picture identification - Social Security number

If necessary, if driver needs medical assistance or is going to be arrested; officer should... - request medical assistance for the driver - arrange for a relative or responsible person to remove the vehicle - or have vehicle towed...