Which of the following is NOT a protective alternative in EVOC?

• A. PIT maneuver
• B. Non-approach contact
• C. Moving roadblock (boxing-in)
• D. Roadblocks (with escape route)

Answer: (B)

Protective alternatives in EVOC are tactics that actively manage risk by containing or stopping a fleeing vehicle while keeping officers and the public safe. A PIT maneuver is a controlled contact designed to end the pursuit safely. A moving roadblock (boxing-in) uses coordinated positioning to restrict the suspect’s options and slow their progress. Roadblocks with an escape route set a barrier to control direction while providing a safe exit path for the suspect to stop and comply. Non-approach contact does not provide containment or a controlled stop; it’s essentially avoiding engagement rather than actively reducing risk through protective positioning. Therefore, it is not considered a protective alternative in EVOC.