Practice question

During a felony stop on a high-risk suspect, an officer must choose a position. Which choice best applies sound CHP tactical reasoning?

  1. Approach the driver door directly without cover.
  2. Maintain a position of cover behind the patrol vehicle and issue verbal commands.
  3. Stand directly in front of the suspect vehicle.
  4. Sit inside the suspect's vehicle.

Answer: B — Maintain a position of cover behind the patrol vehicle and issue verbal commands.

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