Wanted Level in GTA V: Difference between revisions

Like [[Grand Theft Auto IV]], the player can outrun law enforcement to escape regardless of the number of Wanted Levels attained; however, unlike GTA IV, the police's search area is not confined to a specific radius. When the player is being chased by law enforcement, the [[Radar]] flashes red and blue and the stars are solid; however, if the police loses sight of the player, then the Radar stops flashing and the stars flash. During this "cooldown" phase, any police on the radar will have a field of vision (FOV) indicator; typically, officers on foot have a narrow FOV, ground vehicles have a moderate FOV, and helicopters have a wide FOV. If the player enters any officer's ''unobstructed'' line of vision, then the pursuit is reengaged. If the player manages to enter a secluded area out of police sight, then the player's location arrow on the radar changes from white to gray. At higher levels, officers search more diligently for the player, and officers can exit their vehicles to search for the player on foot. If the player manages stay out of sight for a predetermined period of time, then law enforcement calls off their search, and the player's Wanted status is removed.

;Time needed to lose a Wanted Level

As with previous games, if the player can reach a safehouse and access the save function, then the player's Wanted status is removed. However, the player must not be actively retaliating against law enforcement inside the safehouse, as all safehouse functions will be disabled.

At one star, any law enforcement patrol present will give chase and attempt to arrest the player on sight. Also, any nearby civilian security guards and guard dogs will engage the player. While wanted by law enforcement, the player cannot switch protagonists, use a taxi as a passenger, purchase any item in stores, or partake in any side activity. In GTA Online, the player cannot join a Job while wanted by law enforcement.

:* Damaging or destroying a vehicle

:* Discharging a firearm in public; using a suppressor reduces the likelihood of invoking a wanted level

:* Repeatedly stalking or harassing someone

:* Obstructing justice when law enforcement attempts to arrest a civilian

At two stars, law enforcement officers call for backup, shoot to kill more often and use more aggressive driving techniques to stop the player. When the player switches to [[Trevor Philips]], there is a chance that the player may automatically have a two-star rating upon assuming control.

:* Attacking or killing a security guard, firefighter, or paramedic

:* Entering [[Fort Zancudo]]'s airspace; the player has 10 seconds to divert course away from the base before the Wanted Level is raised to four stars, and anti-aircraft missiles are fired upon the player

At three stars, LSPD officers and Sheriff's deputies wear visible bulletproof vests at this level and above. Law enforcement officers begin setting up single-car roadblocks, with officers opening fire as the player approaches; occasionally, these roadblocks may employ spike strips. If the player breaks through the roadblock, then the roadblock officers join the pursuit. The [[Police Maverick]] is dispatched and has sharpshooters equipped with [[Carbine Rifle]]s on board. If the player is in the water, [[Predator]] boats are dispatched.

:* Attacking or killing a law enforcement officer or Fort Zancudo soldier

:* Entering the tarmac area of [[Los Santos International Airport in GTA V|Los Santos International Airport]] without proper clearance; owning a hanger or participating in the flight school gives the player permission to enter the tarmac area

If the player is over Fort Zancudo's airspace, [[P-996 LAZER]]s engage the player with lock-on anti-aircraft missiles. If the player is close to Fort Zancudo on the ground, soldiers in [[Crusader]]s engage the player with Assault Rifles and Pump Shotguns; however, the military does not engage the player from beyond the base's perimeter. If the player is inside the base, the [[Rhino]] uses its turret against the player.

:* Entering Fort Zancudo  

:* Remaining in Fort Zancudo's airspace after being warned

At five stars, survival and escaping is most difficult. On the road, all law enforcement vehicles pursue, fire upon and ram the player's vehicle relentlessly with no regard for collateral damage. On foot, the player must act accordingly to avoid getting neutralized by gunfire.

The player can earn one [[Achievements in GTA V|achievement/trophy]] related to Wanted Levels: "Three Man Army". To earn the achievement/trophy, the player must survive a three star or higher Wanted Level for at least three minutes with each protagonist outside of a mission.

** If scuba gear is available, go deep underwater; however, the player should watch out for sharks when doing so.

** Killing the pilot or destroying the tail rotor causes the helicopter to crash; alternatively, killing all of the sharpshooters on board forces the helicopter to retreat.  

** Helicopters are most vulnerable to attack while offloading NOOSE officers. When rappelling officers, the helicopter has to remain stationary, and officers are defenseless while rappelling. If the helicopter lands to offload its officers, use a hand grenade or sticky bomb to conserve rockets.

** Use the [[MP5|SMG]], [[Assault SMG]], [[MG|Machine Gun]], and [[M249|Combat MG]] at medium range.

* If the player uses the quicksave function while wanted, the player will be in the "cooldown" phase upon reloading the save, unless the player is in a restricted access area or an officer regularly spawns in the area.