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.

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 by holding them at gunpoint. 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 and the law enforcement will not attempt to arrest the player they will shoot instead. At this wanted level there will be a least 2 police cars chasing the player.  

:* Damaging or destroying a vehicle (using explosives may give two or three stars outright)

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

:* Repeatedly stalking or harassing a civilian or member of service

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

:* Driving while drunk

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. The player can be arrested if the protagonist stays inside the car for 5 seconds without hurting or killing any law enforcement officer (GTA V only). At this wanted level there will be at least 3 police cars chasing the player.

:* Using [[Chop]] to attack NPCs  

:* 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 with the boat driver firing a [[Pistol]] at the player while two passengers fire [[Micro-SMG]]s. The player can be arrested if the protagonist stays inside the car for 5 seconds without hurting or killing any law enforcement officer (GTA V only). At this wanted level there will be at least 4 police police cars and 1 police helicopter chasing the player.  

:* 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

At four stars, [[NOOSE]] units and a second Police Maverick join the fray. NOOSE reinforcements drive [[Granger]] SUVs with armed officers hanging on both sides. NOOSE officers are armed with Carbine Rifles, Pump Shotguns, and throw [[Tear Gas|Tear Gas Grenades]]. Four NOOSE officers can rappel down from helicopters to engage the player on the ground; alternatively, the helicopter can land to offload the NOOSE officers if space permits. Roadblocks utilize additional and heavier police vehicles and often block both directions of traffic. The player can be arrested if the protagonist stays inside the car for 5 seconds without hurting or killing any law enforcement officer (GTA V only). At this wanted level there will be at least 5 police ground vehicles and 2 police helicopters chasing the player.

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 the grounds of [[Fort Zancudo]]  

At five stars, survival and escaping is most difficult. Depending on the situation, a 3rd Police Maverick can spawn. 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 be arrested if the protagonist stays inside the car for 5 seconds without hurting or killing any law enforcement officer (GTA V only). There will be at least 3 police helicopters and an unlimited amount of police ground vehicles chasing the player.  

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.

** Helicopters will not deploy their rappelling cables if the player is in the middle of the [[Pacific Ocean]].