NJ LEE Use of Force & Defensive Tactics 3

Question 1

Which factor does NOT affect the reasonableness of force used by an officer under the Graham v. Connor analysis?

Accepted Answer

The officer's personal feelings about the suspect

Answer

Graham v. Connor identifies three primary factors — severity of crime, immediate threat, and active resistance/evasion — none of which include the officer's personal feelings toward the suspect.

Question 2

A subject who verbally threatens an officer but makes no physical movement is exhibiting which level of resistance?

Accepted Answer

Psychological intimidation / verbal resistance

Answer

Verbal threats without physical movement fall into the psychological or verbal resistance category, below the threshold of active physical resistance.

Question 3

During a struggle, an officer loses control of their duty weapon and the suspect gains possession of it. The officer should:

Accepted Answer

Use any available means to regain control or create distance and seek cover

Answer

When a suspect gains possession of a duty weapon, the officer's life is in immediate danger and they must take action to regain the weapon or create distance and seek cover to survive.

Question 4

Oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray is most effective against which type of subject?

Accepted Answer

Subjects exhibiting passive resistance

Answer

OC spray is most reliable against passively resisting subjects; it may be significantly less effective on individuals under the influence of certain drugs like PCP or stimulants.

Question 5

Which NJ Attorney General directive specifically governs the use of force by law enforcement officers in New Jersey?

Accepted Answer

AG Use of Force Policy (most recently updated version)

Answer

New Jersey's Attorney General Use of Force Policy governs the lawful use of force by NJ law enforcement, and officers must be familiar with its most current version.

(NJ LEE) New Jersey Law Enforcement Exam Practice Test

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NJ LEE Use of Force & Defensive Tactics 3