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Terms in this set (137)
A requirement that more than 50% of the evidence
points to something
preponderance of the
evidence
This is the "burden of proof" in a CIVIL trial. More
proof than not
Location (first)
calling in a traffic stop License plate (repeat)
info to dispatch (before vehicle description
stopping) reason for stop
number of occupants in vehicle
10-15 feet from the vehicle; 3 feet to the left
position of patrol vehicle
during traffic stop offset at a 45 degree angle (have protection behind
engine block)
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shine spotlight look into mirrors (NEVER walk in
front of spotlight)
shut door quietly
keep weapon hand free
approach rear; into back seats first - use flashlight if
needed
Officer approach during
vehicle stop
avoid the "fatal funnel" DO NOT walk in between the
stopped vehicle and squad car
Monitor subjects behavior - WATCH THE HANDS
May approach the drivers side or passenger side
window --- when approaching passenger side: walk
around the back of squad car - don't go in front of
spotlight
when walking back to remain vigilant; look back over shoulder to keep eye
squad car on suspect
gives reasonable suspicion to further investigate
police officer given fake
name during traffic stop
obstruction of identification
Police can order passengers in and out of a vehicle
Maryland v. Wilson
(usually for officer safety)
armed robbery; stolen vehicle; vehicle pursuit, etc.
Get back up, notify dispatch, get out of squad car
quickly, weapon drawn, give very specific
commands with loud authority
felony stop
Have suspect turn off ignition
Command one suspect out of vehicle at a time
***have all occupants exit through the SAME door
Arrest
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targeting individuals for suspicion of a crime based
on the individuals race, ethnicity, religion or national
origin
racial profiling
Discriminatory practice by law enforcement
Violating their 4th amendment
police departments are required to record racial
Traffic Stop Statistical
profiling stats on ALL traffic stops
Study
625 ILCS 5/11-212
Mandatory participation
a peace officer need not to retreat from efforts to
make a lawful arrest because of resistance to the
arrest. He is justified in the use of any force which he
use of force
reasonably believes to be necessary to effect the
720 ILCS 5/7-5
arrest and any force which he reasonably believes
to be necessary to defend himself or another while
making the arrest
cooperative person
passive resister (not following commands, but also
not giving any active resistance)
levels of resistance
active resister (tightening arms, fists)
aggressive assailant
deadly force assailant
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officer presence
verbal control
pressure points
joint manipulation
restraint techniques
stunning techniques
force options
punch, kick, strikes
takedowns
OC spray; less-lethal; impact weapons
Taser
canine
firearms
reactionary gap 4-6 foot distance from suspect
totally cooperative
types of suspects potentially uncooperative
totally uncooperative
approach to conduct
tactical considerations
control upon touch
when handcuffing
speed in application
proper fit: can pinch fingers in between cuff
double lock when appropriate and SAFE to do so
handcuffing
control wrist and thumb - twist outward; make sure
both thumbs are together
give dignity and respect
avoid arguing
avoid threatening comments
basic principles to arrest
*take suspect outside of their house before arrest -
don't want his children or wife see him get arrested
follow through verbal commands - use force if
compliance is not achieved
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MCLETC COMPREHENSIVE TEST 2025 complete
questions ( frequently tested) and answers|
already graded A+
Save
Terms in this set (137)
A requirement that more than 50% of the evidence
points to something
preponderance of the
evidence
This is the "burden of proof" in a CIVIL trial. More
proof than not
Location (first)
calling in a traffic stop License plate (repeat)
info to dispatch (before vehicle description
stopping) reason for stop
number of occupants in vehicle
10-15 feet from the vehicle; 3 feet to the left
position of patrol vehicle
during traffic stop offset at a 45 degree angle (have protection behind
engine block)
https://quizlet.com/1004419851/mcletc-comprehensive-test-2025-complete-questions-frequently-tested-and-answers-already-graded-a-flash-car… 1/31
,2/11/25, 12:34 PM MCLETC COMPREHENSIVE TEST 2025 complete questions ( frequently tested) and answers| already graded A+ Flashcard…
shine spotlight look into mirrors (NEVER walk in
front of spotlight)
shut door quietly
keep weapon hand free
approach rear; into back seats first - use flashlight if
needed
Officer approach during
vehicle stop
avoid the "fatal funnel" DO NOT walk in between the
stopped vehicle and squad car
Monitor subjects behavior - WATCH THE HANDS
May approach the drivers side or passenger side
window --- when approaching passenger side: walk
around the back of squad car - don't go in front of
spotlight
when walking back to remain vigilant; look back over shoulder to keep eye
squad car on suspect
gives reasonable suspicion to further investigate
police officer given fake
name during traffic stop
obstruction of identification
Police can order passengers in and out of a vehicle
Maryland v. Wilson
(usually for officer safety)
armed robbery; stolen vehicle; vehicle pursuit, etc.
Get back up, notify dispatch, get out of squad car
quickly, weapon drawn, give very specific
commands with loud authority
felony stop
Have suspect turn off ignition
Command one suspect out of vehicle at a time
***have all occupants exit through the SAME door
Arrest
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,2/11/25, 12:34 PM MCLETC COMPREHENSIVE TEST 2025 complete questions ( frequently tested) and answers| already graded A+ Flashcard…
targeting individuals for suspicion of a crime based
on the individuals race, ethnicity, religion or national
origin
racial profiling
Discriminatory practice by law enforcement
Violating their 4th amendment
police departments are required to record racial
Traffic Stop Statistical
profiling stats on ALL traffic stops
Study
625 ILCS 5/11-212
Mandatory participation
a peace officer need not to retreat from efforts to
make a lawful arrest because of resistance to the
arrest. He is justified in the use of any force which he
use of force
reasonably believes to be necessary to effect the
720 ILCS 5/7-5
arrest and any force which he reasonably believes
to be necessary to defend himself or another while
making the arrest
cooperative person
passive resister (not following commands, but also
not giving any active resistance)
levels of resistance
active resister (tightening arms, fists)
aggressive assailant
deadly force assailant
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, 2/11/25, 12:34 PM MCLETC COMPREHENSIVE TEST 2025 complete questions ( frequently tested) and answers| already graded A+ Flashcard…
officer presence
verbal control
pressure points
joint manipulation
restraint techniques
stunning techniques
force options
punch, kick, strikes
takedowns
OC spray; less-lethal; impact weapons
Taser
canine
firearms
reactionary gap 4-6 foot distance from suspect
totally cooperative
types of suspects potentially uncooperative
totally uncooperative
approach to conduct
tactical considerations
control upon touch
when handcuffing
speed in application
proper fit: can pinch fingers in between cuff
double lock when appropriate and SAFE to do so
handcuffing
control wrist and thumb - twist outward; make sure
both thumbs are together
give dignity and respect
avoid arguing
avoid threatening comments
basic principles to arrest
*take suspect outside of their house before arrest -
don't want his children or wife see him get arrested
follow through verbal commands - use force if
compliance is not achieved
https://quizlet.com/1004419851/mcletc-comprehensive-test-2025-complete-questions-frequently-tested-and-answers-already-graded-a-flash-car… 4/31
