What should I do if I encounter a confrontational and hostile person?

What should I do if I encounter a confrontational and hostile person?

The most important priority in the face of a confrontational and hostile individual is to protect yourself. If you don’t feel comfortable with a situation, leave. Seek help and support if necessary. Contact law enforcement if you have to.

How to deal with difficult people?

A crucial idea to keep in mind when you’re dealing with a difficult person is to know your rights, and recognize when they’re being violated. As long as you do not harm others, you have the right to stand-up for yourself and defend your rights. On the other hand, if you bring harm to others, you may forfeit these rights.

What should I do if I see a suspicious vehicle?

around your business for a time, or in a manner that makes you suspicious or uncomfortable, write down the license number, color of the car and description of the individual(s) and call. the police non-emergency number (503-823-3333).

What to do if you suspect a breach has taken place?

If you suspect some type of a breach has taken place, there are a number of decisions to be made, including whether to report up the chain of command, seek the ear of a chief compliance officer, or go directly to a top executive.

When to call the police if you are in an emergency?

If at any point you feel afraid the person may physically harm you or someone you love, call the police immediately – use 911 if the situation is urgent. If you feel the issue isn’t urgent, but still do not feel safe, it is acceptable to call your local police department’s non-emergency line instead.

Can a 911 call provide exigent circumstances for police to enter homes?

In Lapace v. State, 2D17-1493 (link to PDF, full text below), the Second District addressed whether and when a 911 call can provide sufficient exigent circumstances for a police officer to enter into a residence without a warrant. The case began with a vague call and hangup to 911.

Would you dispatch a 911 call if there is no need?

If the 911 call taker is certain there is no need to respond, than yes. I used to be a sworn supervisor for a large PSAP (911 center). If the call taker wasn’t certain, I’d make the decision. If they were uneasy, I’d have them create a call in the computer system and clear it out without dispatching the call.