Professional Police Driving.

Define an “authorized emergency vehicle.” “Authorized Emergency Vehicle” references. Includes: definition – TC 541.201 (1); operation of Authorized Emergency Vehicles and Certain Other Vehicles – TC Chap. 546; permissible Conduct – TC 546.001; when conduct permissible – TC 546.002.

Identify the exemption requirement regarding the use of red light and siren. Includes: audible or visual signals required – TC 546.003; exceptions to signal requirement – TC 546.004.

Discuss that an officer operating a law enforcement vehicle under non-emergency conditions is subject to the same “rules of the road” as any other driver. Includes: general Provisions – TC Chap. 542; government vehicles – TC 542.002.

Identify the conditions under which an officer or law enforcement agency may be held liable for deaths, injuries, or incidents of property damage that occur while in an emergency vehicle being operated under emergency conditions. Includes: failure to drive with due regard for the safety of others;