CLEET Patrol Procedures & Techniques 2

Question 1

Which patrol strategy assigns officers to specific geographic areas on a consistent basis to build familiarity and community ties?

Accepted Answer

Sector or beat patrol

Answer

Sector or beat patrol assigns officers to specific geographic areas consistently, helping them develop knowledge of the community and local crime patterns.

Question 2

When approaching a suspicious vehicle stopped on the roadside, where should an officer position the patrol car?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 15-20 feet behind and slightly offset to the driver's side for cover

Answer

Parking offset and to the rear provides cover from the patrol vehicle and protects the officer from passing traffic.

Question 3

What is a 'Terry stop' in the context of patrol procedures?

Accepted Answer

A brief investigative detention based on reasonable articulable suspicion

Answer

A Terry stop, from Terry v. Ohio, permits brief investigative detentions based on reasonable articulable suspicion of criminal activity, short of an arrest.

Question 4

During directed patrol, officers concentrate their attention on which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Specific high-crime locations, times, or offender types identified through crime analysis

Answer

Directed patrol focuses resources on specific high-crime areas, times, or targets identified through data-driven crime analysis.

Question 5

What is the correct procedure when an officer discovers an unresponsive person during patrol?

Accepted Answer

Assess scene safety, notify dispatch and request EMS, check responsiveness, then provide first aid as trained

Answer

Officers must ensure scene safety first, then notify dispatch and EMS, then assess and provide appropriate first aid until medical help arrives.

(CLEET) Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training Certification Practice Test

(CLEET) Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training Certification Practice Test

CLEET Patrol Procedures & Techniques 2