Nevada Private Patrolman PPO License Practice Exam

Which of the following would NOT be an example of “use of force” during an arrest

1. Placing a suspect in a choke hold

2. Slapping a non-compliant suspect in the head to get his attention

3. Pushing a suspect because he is not moving fast enough

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: None of the above

The concept of "use of force" during an arrest typically refers to the application of physical power, whether it's in a minimal or excessive manner, to compel compliance from a suspect. Each of the scenarios described involves some form of physical interaction with the suspect that can be classified as use of force. Placing a suspect in a choke hold is a clear use of force, as it involves applying physical restraint that can restrict airflow, making it a significant and potentially dangerous action. Similarly, slapping a suspect—regardless of the intention to gain attention—constitutes an aggressive physical action designed to control or correct behavior, which falls under the use of force. Pushing a suspect to hasten their movement is another instance of applying physical pressure to achieve compliance, reinforcing the physical control exerted over the individual. Since all the examples provided involve an application of physical force to manage a suspect's behavior or comply with arrest procedures, the assertion that none of the actions mentioned are examples of use of force accurately reflects the intended meaning of the question. Thus, the chosen answer effectively indicates that each of the scenarios constitutes a use of force during an arrest.