MSCTC Core Concepts & Fundamentals 3

Question 1

Under Graham v. Connor, force used during an arrest is judged by what standard?

Accepted Answer

Objective reasonableness from the perspective of a reasonable officer on scene

Answer

Graham requires an objective reasonableness test based on the totality of circumstances known at the time.

Question 2

Under Tennessee v. Garner, when may deadly force be used to stop a fleeing felon?

Accepted Answer

When there is probable cause the suspect poses a significant threat of death or serious physical injury

Answer

Garner restricts deadly force against fleeing suspects to threats of death or serious injury to officers or others.

Question 3

An officer sees a colleague using clearly excessive force on a handcuffed subject. What is the officer's proper duty?

Accepted Answer

Intervene if able and report the incident

Answer

Officers have a duty to intervene to prevent excessive force and to report it.

Question 4

What does the Brady rule require of the prosecution and law enforcement?

Accepted Answer

Disclose evidence favorable to the defendant

Answer

Brady v. Maryland requires disclosure of material exculpatory evidence to the defense.

Question 5

Which statement best describes police discretion?

Accepted Answer

The authority to choose among lawful courses of action within the law

Answer

Discretion is the judgment to select among lawful options, bounded by law and policy.

MSCTC - Michigan Sheriffs' Coordinating and Training Council Practice Test