Define operator
a person who operates or is in actual physical control of a vehicle
Define driver
Every person who drives or is in actual physical control of a vehicle
Define divided highway
A highway with separate roadways, usually for traffic moving in opposite directions. This separation can be a physical barrier like a median, curbing, or traffic island, or it can be indicated by pavement markings or other official traffic control devices
Define a two-way street
a roadway where traffic is permitted to travel in both directions. This is distinct from a one-way street where traffic flows in a single direction
Define a roundabout
a circular intersection or junction where road traffic flows almost continuously in one direction around a central island
Define a roadway
The portion of a highway that is: Improved, Designed, or Ordinarily used for vehicular travel, no sidewalks bike lanes or anything like that just for cars
Why do we have traffic laws?
Safety, Order, Efficiency and Accountability,
When can a service animal be removed from a premises?
Out of control and not housebroken or violates a health code
What are some examples of hidden disabilities?
Autism, Diabetes, anything that is not physical
What is a disorder with extreme mood swings?
Bipolar disorder
What is the description of the autism spectrum disorder?
Neurodevelopmental disorder marked by ongoing challenges in social communication and interaction, alongside restricted, repetitive behaviors, interests, or activities
How do you recognize a special needs person in need of intervention?
Any signs of mistreatment, neglect, or exploitation
What does an officer need to initiate an M1 hold?
Immediate danger to themselves or others, and probable cause
When can you no longer be responsible for a special population?
When you hand them off to a responsible party or facility
What is the definition of an “intimate relationship?”
Labels like boyfriend, girlfriend, or just whether or not the individuals believe they have a relationship with each other
Where do misdemeanor domestic violence cases go?
County Courts
What are examples of safehouses?
TESSA, Women’s Houses, DV shelters
When is an arrest required in a domestic violence case?
Always if a crime has been committed, including petty offenses
When you have both individuals claiming to be victims, what is the officer required to take into account?
The predominant aggressor, or initial aggressor, size of the individuals, visible scratches and marks versus bruises and broken bones
Who issues a mandatory protection order?
A court judge
Who issues an emergency protection order?
A county or district court judge after a LEO proves reasonable grounds for issuance
Why do domestic violence victims stay with their abuser?
They are still in love, they have children, threats against their family or kids were made, financially dependant on them
What is the definition of “bias-motivated hate crime”?
With the intent to intimidate or harass another person, in whole or in part, because of that person’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or transgender identity, the person
What groups are protected under the bias motivated hate crime statute?
Bias-motivated crimes include individuals based on their actual or perceived: Race, Color, Religion, Ancestry, National origin, Physical or mental disability, Sexual orientation, and Transgender identity