OIC Use of Force Policies 2

Question 1

Under the Graham v. Connor standard, which factor is NOT considered when evaluating whether force was objectively reasonable?

Accepted Answer

Officer's subjective fear

Answer

Graham v. Connor uses an objective reasonableness test based on facts known at the time, not the officer's subjective state of mind.

Question 2

In Oregon, which agency is responsible for certifying correctional and law enforcement officers and setting minimum use-of-force training standards?

Accepted Answer

Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST)

Answer

DPSST establishes minimum training standards, including use-of-force training, for certified public safety officers in Oregon.

Question 3

When must an officer provide or summon medical attention after using force on a subject?

Accepted Answer

As soon as it is safe to do so after force is used

Answer

Best practice and most agency policies require that medical attention be provided or summoned as soon as it is safe to do so following any use of force.

Question 4

Which legal case established that deadly force may only be used against a fleeing felon when the suspect poses a significant threat of death or serious bodily harm?

Accepted Answer

Tennessee v. Garner

Answer

Tennessee v. Garner (1985) held that using deadly force to stop a fleeing felon is unconstitutional unless the suspect poses a significant threat of death or serious physical harm.

Question 5

A use-of-force report must be submitted:

Accepted Answer

Any time force beyond verbal commands is used, per policy timelines

Answer

Most agency policies require a use-of-force report whenever force beyond verbal commands is applied, submitted within a specified timeframe (often the same shift or within 24 hours).

(OIC) Oregon Inspector Certification Practice Test

(OIC) Oregon Inspector Certification Practice Test

OIC Use of Force Policies 2