Use of Force by Law Enforcement Quiz

What does the use of force continuum represent?

• A single method of force

• A range of varying force choices

• A list of weapons

• A set of laws

Which level of the use of force continuum involves no physical force?

• Verbalization

• Officer presence

• Empty-hand control

• Lethal force

Which technique is part of empty-hand control?

• Using a firearm

• Soft technique like grabbing

• Chemical spray

• Conducted energy device

What is the legal test of excessive force?

• Whether the officer was angry

• Whether the force was necessary to accomplish a legitimate police purpose

• Whether the suspect was injured

• Whether the officer was tired

Which of the following is considered a less lethal method?

• Firearm

• Chemical spray

• Punching

• Chokeholds

What does civil liability mean?

• A defendant is found guilty of a crime

• A defendant bears responsibility for wrongdoing

• A defendant is acquitted of charges

• A defendant is immune from lawsuits

What must civil lawsuits be proved by?

• Beyond a reasonable doubt

• Preponderance of the evidence

• Clear and convincing evidence

• Absolute certainty

What is case law based on?

• Specific statutes

• Judicial decisions

• Federal regulations

• State constitutions

What did the 1989 Graham decision establish?

• Subjective reasonableness standard

• Objective reasonableness standard

• Absolute immunity standard

• Qualified immunity standard

What does the reasonableness test relate to?

• Fifth Amendment

• First Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment