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Daniels and Spratley state that officers around the country have to be aware that a car pursuit occurs without a moment's notice. Should it end badly, the officer and his department may wind up defending themselves in court. Well-trained officers who are mentally prepared to respond properly to...

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Published in:Law & Order 2003-07, Vol.51 (7), p.85
Main Authors: Daniels, Wayne, Spratley, Lynnette
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Departments
Law Enforcement
Legal Responsibility
Motor Vehicles
Patrol cars
Police
Police pursuit driving
Urban Areas
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Summary:Daniels and Spratley state that officers around the country have to be aware that a car pursuit occurs without a moment's notice. Should it end badly, the officer and his department may wind up defending themselves in court. Well-trained officers who are mentally prepared to respond properly to a pursuit are not only their own best defense, but also the best defense the public has against reckless, fleeing suspects.
ISSN:0023-9194