DPSST Firearms and Use of Force 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'de-escalation' in the context of DPSST use of force training?

Accepted Answer

Using tactics and communication to reduce the intensity of a situation before force becomes necessary

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Retreating from all confrontations with suspects

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Allowing suspects to leave the scene to avoid conflict

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Transferring command to a supervisor before any action is taken

Question 2

Under DPSST standards, an officer's use of force must be proportional to what?

Accepted Answer

The level of resistance or threat presented by the subject at the time of the encounter

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The severity of the crime committed last year by the suspect

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The number of officers present on scene

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The personal safety equipment worn by the officer

Question 3

Which part of the body should a firearm's trigger finger rest when not actively shooting, per DPSST firearms safety training?

Accepted Answer

Along the frame outside the trigger guard

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On the trigger

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Inside the trigger guard but not on the trigger

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Underneath the trigger guard

Question 4

DPSST-certified officers who fail to report a use of force incident as required by their agency policy may face which consequence?

Accepted Answer

Disciplinary action up to and including decertification

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Verbal reprimand only on the first offense

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Transfer to a different department automatically

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A mandatory paid leave of absence

Question 5

What does 'totality of the circumstances' mean when evaluating an officer's use of force?

Accepted Answer

All facts and information reasonably known to the officer at the moment force was used are considered

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Only the final action of the officer is evaluated

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The officer's entire career history is reviewed to judge a single incident

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Only the outcome of the incident matters in the evaluation

Question 6

A DPSST-certified officer draws their firearm during a vehicle stop where the driver is reaching under the seat. The driver then shows empty hands and complies. The officer should:

Accepted Answer

Assess the situation continuously and holster when it is safe and appropriate to do so

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Immediately holster the firearm regardless of other conditions

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Continue to hold the subject at gunpoint indefinitely

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Request a supervisor before making any further decisions

Question 7

Oregon's 'Measure 11' mandatory minimum sentencing law is relevant to DPSST training because it:

Accepted Answer

Provides officers understanding of the serious consequences suspects face for violent crimes, informing proportional force decisions

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Sets minimum firearms qualification scores for officers

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Mandates the minimum number of training hours for new recruits

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Requires officers to carry specific caliber firearms