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Term

A peace officer may arrest, without warrant, for which of the following?

 

A. he has probable cause to believe that the individual has violated a Protective Order and it occurs in the officers presence
B. persons found in suspicious places under suspicious circumstances that indicate that individual has committed a felony offense
C. persons who the officer has probable cause to believe have committed an assault resulting in bodily injury to another and the peace officer has probable cause to believe that there is danger of further injury
D. all of the above are situations where a peace officer may arrest without a warrant



Definition
D. all of the above are situations where a peace officer may arrest without a warrant

 

Term

A peace officer may arrest when one family member assaults another and:

 

 

A. probable cause exists to believe there will be further bodily injury
B. a warrant has been obtained
C. the family member refuses to get involved
D. there are children in the home

 

Definition
 
 
A. probable cause exists to believe there will be further bodily injury
Term

Which of the following is a true statement about arrest warrants:

 

A. A warrant may be telegraphed
B. No greater force than is necessary shall be resorted to secure the arrest of the accused
C. If the officer does not have the warrant of arrest in his possession at the time of arrest, he shall inform the defendant of the offense charged and the fact a warrant has been issued
D. All of the above are true statements
Definition
D. All of the above are true statements
Term

A ____________ is a writ issued by the court or clerk, commanding any peace officer to arrest a person accused of an offense and bring him before that court immediately, or on a day and time stated in the writ.

 

A. Warrant
B. Capias
C. Complaint
D. Indictment
Definition
B. Capias
Term

An inventory is a search of a person's car for contraband.

A. True
B. False
Definition
B. False
Term

The Code of Criminal Procedure states that peace officers making arrests shall take the person arrested before a magistrate:

 

A. immediately
B. within 24 hours
C. without unnecessary delay
D. prior to 8:00 am of the following day



Definition
C. without unnecessary delay
Term

Generally speaking, a peace officer can not arrest, without warrant, a:

 

A. person believed to have committed a misdemeanor offense outside the view of the officer
B. person believed to have committed an assault resulting in bodily injury to another, and there is danger of further violence
C. person believed to have committed the offense of "Violation of Court Order"
D. person believed to have committed a felony offense outside the view of the officer
Definition
 
 
A. person believed to have committed a misdemeanor offense outside the view of the officer
Term

Mapp vs. Ohio is the Supreme Court case that gave rise to:

 

A. the Exclusionary Rule
B. the Two-Prong Rule
C. the Wing-Span Rule
D. the Right to an Attorney during Questioning Rule
Definition
A. the Exclusionary Rule
Term

The _______________ is a written order from a magistrate, directed to a peace officer or some other person specially named, commanding him to take the body of the person accused of an offense, to be dealt with according to law.

 

A. Warrant of arrest
B. Probable cause waiver
C. Complaint
D. Indictment
E. Commitment
Definition
A. Warrant of arrest
Term

A ______ is the written statement of a grand jury accusing a person therein named of some act or omission which, by law, is declared to be an offense.

 

A. information
B. complaint
C. indictment
D. writ

 

Definition
C. indictment
Term

 

A search warrant for __________ may not be signed by a justice of the peace.

 

A. Drugs
B. Property constituting evidence
C. Illegal Weapons
D. Persons
Definition
B. Property constituting evidence
Term

For which of the following is there no time limit for presentation of an indictment?

A. Manslaughter
B. Burglary
C. Murder
D. Both murder and manslaughter have no time limit
Definition
D. Both murder and manslaughter have no time limit
Term

Which of the following would not be a peace officer as defined by Article 2, Code of Criminal Procedure?

A. Inspectors of the U.S. Postal Service
B. Adjunct Police Officers
C. Rangers and Officers of the Department of Public Safety
D. Officers commissioned by the governing board of a Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority
Definition
A. Inspectors of the U.S. Postal Service
Term

Following an arrest, an officer may only search the area of the offenders home which:

A. is in the sight of the officer
B. under the immediate control of the suspect
C. was anywhere on the property of the suspect
D. all of the above
Definition
B. under the immediate control of the suspect
Term

A person may be fined up to $500 if they refuse to obey a subpoena in a ______ case.

A. misdemeanor
B. felony
C. civil
D. municipal court
Definition
B. felony
Term

The landmark federal case on stop & frisk was:

A. Miranda vs. Arizona
B. Riddick vs. New York
C. Terry vs. Ohio
D. Aguilar vs. Texas
Definition
C. Terry vs. Ohio
Term

Which of the following does not have jurisdiction in criminal actions.

A. County Courts at Law
B. Justice Courts
C. District Courts
D. the Texas Supreme Court
Definition
D. the Texas Supreme Court
Term

Amendment 8 of the U.S. Constitution establishes:

A. the right to a speedy trial
B. right against self-incrimination
C. right against cruel or unusual punishment
D. freedom of the press
Definition
C. right against cruel or unusual punishment
Term

An order from the court directing the person responsible for holding an individual in jail or prison to bring that person before the court and show why he is being held in custody is called a:

A. Writ of Attainder
B. Writ of Custody
C. Writ of Mandamus
D. Writ of Habeas Corpus
Definition
D. Writ of Habeas Corpus
Term

A state government ________ the impact of any Supreme Court decision by passing it's own constitutional amendment doing away with the Supreme Courts decision.

A. may modify   
B. cannot lessen
C. can lessen
D. shall lessen
Definition
B. cannot lessen
Term

Which of the following statements is correct concerning section 8.04 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, Dispersing Riot?

A. it is the duty of every peace officer or magistrate to cause such persons assembled together in such a manner as to constitute a riot to disperse
B. they may only be dispersed by commanding them to do so
C. they may only be dispersed by arresting the persons engaged
D. the arrest to disperse may be made only with a warrant
Definition
A. it is the duty of every peace officer or magistrate to cause such persons assembled together in such a manner as to constitute a riot to disperse
Term

Which of the following statements is not correct concerning section 8.04 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, Dispersing Riot?

A. it is the duty of every peace officer or magistrate to cause such persons assembled together in such a manner as to constitute a riot to disperse
B. they may only be dispersed by commanding them to do so
C. they may be dispersed by arresting the persons engaged
D. the arrest to disperse may be made with or without a warrant
Definition
B. they may only be dispersed by commanding them to do so
Term

A peace officer may arrest without warrant for __________ offense(s) committed in his presence or view.

A. felony
B. misdemeanor
C. any
D. civil
Definition
C. any
Term

A justice of the peace shall conduct an inquest into the death of a person who dies in the county served by the justice in each of the following cases EXCEPT :

A. The body of the person is found and the cause or circumstances of death are unknown
B. the person dies in a hospital or other institution and the attending physician is able to certify the cause of death
C. The person dies in prison or in jail
D. The person commits suicide or the circumstances of the death indicate that the death may have been caused by suicide
E. All of the above are correct answers
Definition
B. the person dies in a hospital or other institution and the attending physician is able to certify the cause of death
Term

You obtain a search warrant to search for and obtain photographs of an injured child. The child is not the same sex as you.

A. If the child is a female a woman must be present
B. The search warrant must be executed by an officer of the same sex as the child or the officer executing must be assisted by someone the same sex as the child
C. If the child is under 10 years of age it doesn't matter
D. If the child is under 6 years of age it doesn't matter
E. The search warrant will specify the sex of the person which may photograph the child
Definition
B. The search warrant must be executed by an officer of the same sex as the child or the officer executing must be assisted by someone the same sex as the child
Term

A minimum standard for the annual firearms proficiency course of fire under Rule- 217.21 fully automatic weapons shall include:

A. at least 5 rounds of duty ammunition
B. at least 10 rounds of duty ammunition
C. at least 25 rounds of duty ammunition
D. at least 30 rounds of duty ammunition
Definition
D. at least 30 rounds of duty ammunition
Term

A search warrant runs for:

A. 30 days
B. 5 days excluding the day it was issued
C. 3 days excluding the day it was issued and the day it is executed
D. There is no time limit
Definition
C. 3 days excluding the day it was issued and the day it is executed
Term

Which of the following would not be a reason for the issuance of subpoena?

A. to appear before a court to testify in a criminal action
B. to appear at a habeas corpus hearing
C. at an administrative hearing
D. to appear before a grand jury
Definition
C. at an administrative hearing
Term

The affidavit made before the Magistrate, District Attorney, or County Attorney which alleges an offense is called:

A. A warrant of arrest
B. A probable cause waiver
C. A complaint
D. An indictment
Definition
C. A complaint
Term

Persons found in suspicious places, and under circumstances which reasonably show that such persons have been guilty of some felony or breech of the peace; or threaten, or are about to commit some offense, may:

A. not be arrested without warrant
B. be arrested without a warrant
C. only be arrested with a warrant
D. only be detained for a short period of time
Definition
B. be arrested without a warrant
Term

A Municipal Court is a function of the ______ component of the Criminal Justice System.

A. police
B. courts
C. correctional system
D. legislative
Definition
B. courts
Term

Holding a person for a limited time, but who is not yet answerable to a criminal offense, is an example of:

A. probable cause
B. custody
C. stop & frisk
D. temporary detention
Definition
D. temporary detention
Term

The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution:

A. Establishes the separation of powers
B. Protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures
C. Protects citizens from being compelled to be witnesses against themselves
D. Provides for the Writ of Habeas Corpus
Definition
B. Protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures
Term

Which of the following is not a Peace Officer in Texas?

A. Marshalls of incorporated cities
B. Agents of the Alcoholic Beverage Commission
C. Municipal Park and Recreational Officers
D. Special Agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms
Definition
D. Special Agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms
Term

Which of the following would not be a reason for the issuance of subpoena?

A. to appear before a court to testify in a criminal action
B. to appear at a habeas hearing
C. at an administrative hearing
D. to appear before a grand jury
Definition
C. at an administrative hearing
Term

Which of the following would not be a Special Investigator as defined in the Code of Criminal Procedure?

A. Special Agent of the FBI
B. Inspector of the United States Postal Service
C. Railroad Peace Officers
D. Special Agents and Law Enforcement Officers of the U.S. Forest Service
Definition
C. Railroad Peace Officers
Term

When the defendant is arrested at night, the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure requires that he be taken before a magistrate:

A. No sooner than daylight
B. Immediately
C. Without unnecessary delay
D. As soon as the magistrate's office is open
E. Whenever it is convenient for the officer to do so
Definition
C. Without unnecessary delay
Term

Which of the following is not a true statement concerning Article 1, General Provisions, of the Code of Criminal Procedure?

A. a defendant may, except for a capitol offense where the State intends to seek the death penalty, upon entering a plea may waive the right to a jury trial if the waiver is made in open court and in writing
B. all prisoners shall be bailable except for capitol offenses
C. no warrant to search shall be issued except on probable cause supported by oath or affirmation
D. the right to writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended except in time of war
Definition
D. the right to writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended except in time of war
Term

You have probable cause to believe that a well known bank robber has written plans to rob a bank in his diary. You may:

A. Seize the diary as this is an instrument of a crime
B. Obtain a search warrant based on his reputation and seize it
C. Search warrant requirements can be waived and the diary seized
D. No search warrant can be issued
E. Obtain a search warrant for contraband and seize the diary
Definition
D. No search warrant can be issued
Term

To arrest a defendant with an arrest warrant the officer must have the warrant in his possession.

A. True
B. False
Definition
B. False
Term

You have probable cause to believe that weapons prohibited by the Penal Code are kept in a file cabinet in the editors office of the local newspaper. You may:

 

A. Obtain a search warrant and seize the cabinet
B. Obtain a search warrant and arrest the editor
C. Obtain a search warrant and seize the weapons
D. No search warrant may be issued
Definition
C. Obtain a search warrant and seize the weapons
Term

A minimum standard for the annual firearms proficiency course of fire under Rule- 217.21 rifle qualifications shall include __________________________________.

A. a minimum of 20 rounds of duty ammunition fired at a range of at least 75 yards
B. a minimum of 25 rounds of duty ammunition fired at a range of at least 75 yards
C. a minimum of 20 rounds of duty ammunition fired at a range of at least 100 yards
D. a minimum of 25 rounds of duty ammunition fired at a range of at least 100 yards
Definition
C. a minimum of 20 rounds of duty ammunition fired at a range of at least 100 yards
Term

The limitation for presentation of an indictment or information for any misdemeanor is:

A. There is none
B. 3 years
C. 2 years
D. 5 years
Definition
C. 2 years
Term

A person may be fined up to $500 if they refuse to obey a subpoena in a __________ case.

A. misdemeanor
B. felony
C. civil
D. municipal court
Definition
B. felony
Term

The Fifth Amendment to the Constitution provides which of the following protections: [3.1.1-D]

A. Freedom of the press
B. Probable cause for arrests
C. Right to a jury trial
D. Freedom from double jeopardy
Definition
D. Freedom from double jeopardy
Term

The _____________________ in each incorporated city or town shall have jurisdiction in cases involving Class "C" Misdemeanors.

A. Municipal Court
B. District Court
C. Justice Court
D. County Court
Definition
A. Municipal Court
Term

Chimel vs. California involved searches of:

A. abandoned property
B. the arm's reach area near an arrestee
C. automobile glove compartments
D. frisks of suspicious persons
Definition
B. the arm's reach area near an arrestee
Term

Those authorized to aid a peace officer in suppressing a riot may use such measures as are necessary to suppress the riot, but are not authorized to use any greater degree of force than is requisite to accomplish that object.

A. true
B. false
Definition
A. true
Term

Which of the following is not correct about a search warrant?

A. May be issued to photograph a child who is alleged to be the victim of the offense of injury to a child as defined in the Penal Code
B. It may order an arrest
C. May be issued to search for and seize property acquired by theft or in any other manner which makes its acquisition a penal offense
D. All are correct statements about a search warrant



Definition
D. All are correct statements about a search warrant
Term

The minimum standards for the annual firearms proficiency course of fire under Rule- 217.21 , fully automatic weapons, shall

A. include the wearing of hat for protection
B. include two magazine changes
C. include at least one timed reload
D. include at least two timed reloads
Definition
D. include at least two timed reloads
Term

Article 3 of the Constitution is important because:

A. it establishes the procedure for the election of the President and Vice-President
B. it establishes our freedom of religion
C. it establishes the right to counsel for any person
D. it creates the Supreme Court of the U.S. and defines its jurisdiction
Definition
D. it creates the Supreme Court of the U.S. and defines its jurisdiction
Term

When a warrant of arrest is issued by any mayor or recorder of an incorporated town or city, it usually can be executed:

A. Anywhere in the United States
B. Anywhere in Texas
C. In the county in which it was issued
D. In an adjacent county
E. Only at the location specified on the warrant
Definition
C. In the county in which it was issued
Term

When an officer makes an arrest, he may make a ________ of a person for ________.

A. weapons search/safety
B. full search/anything
C. inventory survey/evidence
D. pat down/elements of an offense
Definition
B. full search/anything
Term

Abandoned property:

A. can be held as evidence only if it's contraband
B. can be held as evidence only if directly connected to a crime
C. is always open to police as evidence
D. is never admissible in court
Definition
C. is always open to police as evidence
Term

Which of the following is NOT true regarding Art. 6.06 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, Prevention of Injury?

A. It is the peace officer's duty to prevent the commission of an offense against the person or property of another, including the person or property of the spouse
B. The peace officer may summon any number of citizens of his county to his aid
C. The peace officer may use only that force which is necessary to prevent the commission of the offense, and no greater
D. The officer need not protect the property of the spouse since this is community property
E. It is the peace officer's duty to prevent a person from injuring himself
Definition
D. The officer need not protect the property of the spouse since this is community property
Term

Which amendment to the constitution gives citizens the right to an attorney during criminal proceedings? (3.1.1-E)

A. Fourth Amendment
B. Fifth Amendment
C. Tenth Amendment
D. Sixth Amendment
Definition
D. Sixth Amendment
Term

Shoplifters may be arrested:

A. only by security guards
B. only by police officers
C. only by store employees
D. by any citizen
Definition
D. by any citizen
Term

Which of the following statements is true concerning arrest without a warrant as outlined in the Code of Criminal Procedure?

A. a peace officer, or anyone, may, without a warrant, arrest an offender when they commit any offense within their view or presence
B. a peace officer may arrest, without warrant, a person who commits any offense within the presence or view of a magistrate and the magistrate orders the officer to arrest the offender
C. when it is shown by satisfactory proof that a person has committed a felony offense and that the offender is about to escape, so that there is no time to obtain a warrant, a peace officer may pursue and arrest the individual without a warrant
D. none of the above are true statements concerning arrest without warrant
Definition
C. when it is shown by satisfactory proof that a person has committed a felony offense and that the offender is about to escape, so that there is no time to obtain a warrant, a peace officer may pursue and arrest the individual without a warrant
Term

The _________ was the nighttime system of policing .

A. Watch
B. Ward
C. City Marshal
D. Sheriff
Definition
A. Watch
Term

There is only one crime defined in the U.S. Constitution. What is it?

A. murder of the President
B. lying to Congress
C. treason
D. burning the Flag
Definition
C. treason
Term

Unless specifically stated for the offense, generally speaking, you have _______ years from the date of commission to present a felony indictment.

A. 2
B. 3
C. 5
D. 10
Definition
B. 3
Term

A Capias may be executed by any:

A. Reasonable person
B. Executor
C. Peace Officer
D. Person
Definition
C. Peace Officer
Term

When notifying the commission of an arrest the licensee must including, _________________.

A. the name of the arresting agency
B. the style, court, and cause number of the charge or indictment, if any
C. the address to which notice of any commission action will be mailed.
D. all of the above
Definition
D. all of the above
Term

Which of the following is a true statement concerning the official duties of a peace officer with regards to the prevention of family violence?

A. the duty is waived if their is a family or household relationship between the alleged violator and the victim
B. a peace officer need not give any written notice of a victim's legal rights
C. a peace officer that responds to or investigates a family violence incident shall make a written report
D. a peace officer must see a certified, original of a protective order to enforce it
Definition
C. a peace officer that responds to or investigates a family violence incident shall make a written report
Term

The Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution guarantees:

A. freedom of the press
B. excessive bails
C. due process of law
D. probable cause
Definition
C. due process of law
Term

A __________ may specify that, if a witness has in their possession, any instrument of writing or other thing desired as evidence, such evidence must be brought by the witness and produced in court.

A. writ
B. subpoena duces tecum
C. information
D. indictment
Definition
B. subpoena duces tecum
Term

A __________ is the written statement of a grand jury accusing a person therein named of some act or omission which, by law, is declared to be an offense.

A. information
B. complaint
C. indictment
D. writ
Definition
C. indictment
Term

A __________ is the written statement filed and presented in behalf of the State by the district or county attorney charging the defendant with an offense which may by law be so prosecuted.

A. information
B. complaint
C. indictment
D. writ
Definition
A. information
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, the __________ courts shall have original jurisdiction of all misdemeanors of which exclusive original jurisdiction is not given to the justice court, and when the fine to be imposed shall exceed five hundred dollars.

A. county
B. district
C. municipal
D. juvenile
Definition
A. county
Term

A commitment is a court order:

A. to place an accused in jail.

B.  ordering an accused released from custody.
C.  granting an appeal.
D. no longer issued in Texas.

Definition
A. to place an accused in jail.
Term
Which official is authorized under the Code of Criminal Procedure to call any military company in a county to aid in overcoming resistance, and if necessary, in seizing and arresting persons engaged in such resistance?

A. Chief of police
B. Director of Department of Public Safety
C. Sheriff
D. Justice of peace
 
Definition
C. Sheriff
Term
Arrest warrants issued by a magistrate my be executed in any part of the state except:

A. warrants issued by justices of the peace.
B. warrants issued by municipal court judges.
C. warrants issued by county clerks.
D. warrants issued by mayors of incorporated cities.
Definition
D. warrants issued by mayors of incorporated cities.
Term
Which court(s) has(have) original jurisdiction for class C misdemeanors?

A. Justice-of-peace court
B. County court
C. Municipal court
D. a and b above
E. a and c above
Definition
E. a and c above
Term
The amount of bail an accused is required to post depends on:

a. the nature of the offense.
b. the circumstances of the offense.
c. the ability to make bail.
d. all of the above.
Definition
d. all of the above.
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, what is the term for a written order from a magistrate, directed to a peace officer, commanding them to take the body of the person accused of an offense, to be dealt with according to law?

a. capias
b. commitment
c. arrest warrant
d. attachment
Definition
c. arrest warrant
Term
In accordance with CCP 49.18, who is responsible for conducting an investigation to determine the cause of death of a person while confined in a penal institution or while in the custody of a peace officer?

a. Sheriff
b. Person in charge of the institution
c. Director of the law enforcement agency of which the officer is a member
Detectives of the local police department
d. a, b, or c, but not d
Definition
d. a, b, or c, but not d
Term
Warrants issued to photograph a child are:

a. juvenile arrest warrants.
b. never issued.
c. search warrants.
d. issued only by district court judges.
Definition
c. search warrants.
Term
Which of the following courts has jurisdiction for class A and class B misdemeanor-type offenses?

a. Municipal court
b. County court-at-law
c. District court
d. Family court
Definition
b. County court-at-law
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, which of the following are NOT Texas peace officers?

a. Investigator's of the District Attorney's Office
b. Law enforcement agents of the Alcoholic Beverage Commission
c. Arson investigator's of a city, county, state
d. Special agents of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
Definition
d. Special agents of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms
Term
Misdemeanor cases to be tried in justice court must be filed:

a. in the precinct where the offense occurred.
b. in the precinct where the criminal cases are heard.
c. in any precinct in the county.
d. in precinct number one.
Definition
a. in the precinct where the offense occurred.
Term
Appeals from county court are heard in the:

a. district court
b. county criminal court
c. court of criminal appeals
d. court of appeals
Definition
d. court of appeals
Term
Which of the following is the statute of limitation for burglary?

a. 10 years
b. 5 years
c. 3 years
d. 2 years
e. There is no limitation
Definition
b. 5 years
Term
Which article of the Code of Criminal Procedure provides an officer the authority to prevent the consequences of theft?

a. Article 2.13
b. Article 6.06
c. Article 6.07
 d. Article 18.16
Definition
d. Article 18.16
Term
An investigation into the cause and circumstances of the death of a person with a determination as to whether the death was cause by an unlawful act or omission is called:

a. habeas corpus.
b. an inquest.
c. an inquisition.
d. an autopsy.
Definition
b. an inquest.
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, which of the following is NOT a use of force option for dispersing a riot?

a. command the group to disperse
b. arrest the persons involved with a warrant
c. arrest the persons involved without a warrant
d. use any degree of force
Definition
d. use any degree of force
Term
The court that has first jurisdiction of a case is said to have ________ jurisdiction.

a. primary
b. initial
c. original
d. appellate
Definition
c. original
Term
The highest appellate court for civil cases is the Texas...

a. Court of Criminal Appeals.
b. Court of Appeals.
c. Supreme Court.
d. U.S. Circuit Court.
Definition
c. Supreme Court.
Term
The phrase "against the peace and dignity of the state"...

a. describes a breach of the peace.
b. must appear on all writs and processes.
c. is part of the oath taken by witnesses.
d. refers to unlawful conduct by peace officers.
Definition
b. must appear on all writs and processes.
Term
Which of the following is not a magistrate?

a. County clerk
b. Masters appointed by judges of statutory probate court
c. Mayors
d. Recorders of the municipal court
Definition
a. County clerk
Term
In a county that does not have a medical examiner's officer or that is not part of a medical examiner's district, who is charged with the responsibility to conduct investigation of the cause of death when the cause is not readily known or ascertainable by a medical doctor?

a. The peace officer in charge of death investigation
b. The county attorney
c. The district attorney
d. The justice of the peace
e. Any of the above
Definition
d. The justice of the peace
Term
The level of proof for a criminal conviction is called...

a. beyond the shadow of a doubt.
b. beyond reasonable suspicion.
c. preponderance of evidence.
d. clear and convincing evidence.
e. beyond a reasonable doubt.
Definition
e. beyond a reasonable doubt.
Term
To arrest an out-of-state fugitive, an officer must have...

a. the out-of-state warrant in his possession.
b. a governor's warrant.
c. verification of the existence of the warrant.
d. none of the above.
Definition
c. verification of the existence of the warrant.
Term
Which of the following is not a magistrate?

a. District attorney
b. Municipal court judge
c. Juvenile court judge
d. Mayor
e. Clerk of the court
Definition
a. District attorney
Term
Which of the following may take bail in a misdemeanor case?

a. Only the sheriff or a deputy sheriff
b. Any peace officer except a municipal peace officer
c. Any peace officer
d. The justice of the peace
e None of the above
Definition
c. Any peace officer
Term
Which of the following is the highest appellate court?

a. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
b. Texas Supreme Court
c. U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals
d. U.S. Supreme Court
Definition
d. U.S. Supreme Court
Term
Which of the following officers is declared by law to be the conservator of the peace?

a. Chief of police
b. County Sheriff
c. Director of the Department of Public Safety
d. All peace officers
Definition
b. County Sheriff
Term
Which of the following persons is charged with the responsibility to conduct an inquest of an alleged suicide that occurred at a private residence?

a. The first peace officer arriving at the scene of the suicide
b. The chief detective for the police department
c. The criminal district attorney's investigator
d. The justice of the peace
e. The victim's family physician
Definition
d. The justice of the peace
Term
Which of the following is not a Texas peace officer?

a. Probation officer
b. deputy sheriff
c. Investigators commissioned by the attorney general under the Government Code.
d. Officers appointed by an appellate court under the Government Code
e. Officers commissioned by the state fire marshal under the Government Code
Definition
a. Probation officer
Term
The court that adjudicates cases involving imprisonment-felony, official misconduct (class A) and referred cases from county court - is the...

a. justice court.
b. county court-at-law.
c. district court.
d. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.
e. county court.
Definition
c. district court.
Term
The court of jurisdiction in cases involving fine only (class C misdemeanor) is the...

a. justice of the peace court.
b. municipal court.
c. both a and b.
d. neither a nor b.
Definition
c. both a and b.
Term
An inquest of a deceased person need not be held if the person...

a. dies in jail.
b. dies an unnatural death.
c. dies while attended by a physician and cause of death is known.
d. commits suicide.
Definition
c. dies while attended by a physician and cause of death is known.
Term
What is the statute of limitations for theft, burglary, and arson?

a. Seven years
b. Three years
c. Five years
d. Ten years
e. No limits
Definition
c. Five years
Term
A number of persons are assembled together in such a manner as to constitute a riot. Who is charged by law with authority to cause such persons to disperse either by commanding the people to disperse or by arresting the person(s) engaged, if necessary, with or without a warrant?

a. Any peace officer
b. Sheriff
c. Chief of police
d. DPS officers
Definition
a. Any peace officer
Term
The area generally considered to be that area of open space surrounding a dwelling that is not immediately adjacent to the dwelling that it is considered part of the house, is the definition of...

a. abode.
b. domestic yard.
c. curtliage.
d. open land space.
Definition
c. curtliage.
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, an affidavit made before a magistrate charging the commission of an offense is called a/an...

a. warrant.
b. complaint.
c. information.
d. capias.
Definition
b. complaint.
Term
When an officer is handling a family violence case, he or she must...

a. give a written notice to the alleged offender of his or her rights.
b. give a written notice to the alleged victim of his or her rights.
c. call in assistance from family violence experts.
d. not make an arrest without a warrant.
Definition
b. give a written notice to the alleged victim of his or her rights.
Term
In the Code of Criminal Procedure, which article deals with the peace officer's duty to prevent injury?

a. Article 18.16
b. Article 17.21
c. Article 12.01
d. Article 6.06
Definition
d. Article 6.06
Term
It is the duty of a peace officer to...

a. preserve the peace in his or her jurisdiction.
b. obey orders of a magistrate
c. protect property and prevent injury
d. a and be above, but not c
e. a, b, and c above
Definition
e. a, b, and c above
Term
Which of the following is the highest Texas criminal court?

a. Texas Supreme Court
b. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
c. District court
d. County court
e County court at law
Definition
b. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Term
Which of the following may take bail in a felony case?

a. Only the sheriff or a deputy sheriff
b. Any peace officer except a municipal peace officer
c. Any peace officer
d. The justice of the peace
e. None of the above
Definition
b. Any peace officer except a municipal peace officer
Term
Which of the following formal accusation of guilt is used in misdemeanor actions?

a. Indictment
b. Information
c. Complaint
d. Habeas corpus
e. Writ of mandamus
Definition
c. Complaint
Term
Which of the following courts has jurisdiction over misdemeanor cases involving "official misconduct"?

a. Texas Supreme Court
b. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
c. County court-at-law
d. District court
e. Justice of the peace court
Definition
d. District court
Term
A witness may be committed to jail...

a. when the peace officer fears the witness.
b. when he or she fails or refuses to give proper bail.
c. when she or he deliberately falsifies an address.
d. when the witness claims no knowledge of the offense.
Definition
c. when she or he deliberately falsifies an address.
Term
Which one of the following public officials is not a magistrate?

a. Recorders of incorporated cities
b. District attorneys
c. Justices of the peace
d. Supreme Court justices
Definition
b. District attorneys
Term
The effect of a capias is the same as that of...

a. an arrest warrant.
b. a search warrant.
c. a subpoena.
d. an attachment
Definition
a. an arrest warrant
Term
"An examination of a man's house or other building or premise, or of his person, with a view to the discovery of contraband or illicit or stolen property, or some evidence of guilt to be used in the prosecution of a criminal action for some crime or offense with which he was charged; a prying into hidden places for that which is concealed and is not a search to observe that which is open to view" is Black's Law definition of....

a. search
b. inquiry
c. inquest
d. examination
Definition
a. search
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, which court has original jurisdiction over all felony cases?

a. District Court
b. County Criminal Court
c. Court of Criminal Appeals
d. Supreme Court
Definition
a. District Court
Term
If a person fails to appear as directed when summoned to testify by subpoena, he or she is subject to...

a. a fine of not more than $1,000 in capital murder cases.
b. a fine of not more than $500 in class A misdemeanor cases.
c. a fine of not more than $500 in felony cases.
d. a fine of not more than $200 in all misdemeanor cases.
Definition
c. a fine of not more than $500 in felony cases.
Term
Which one of the following is correct concerning the limitation on prosecution for offenses?

a. Manslaughter - twenty years
b. Theft by public servant - ten years
c. Burglary - ten years
d. Misdemeanor - three years
Definition
b. Theft by public servant - ten years
Term
Which one of the following is not an exception to the requirement for an arrest warrant?

a. Any offense reported by a credible citizen
b. Any offense occurring in the officer's view
c. On the verbal order of a magistrate
d. On the probable cause to believe a violation of a protective order has occured
Definition
a. Any offense reported by a credible citizen
Term
A person who is not a Texas peace officer is an...

a. officer commissioned by the General Service Commission.
b. investigator employed by the Texas Racing Commission.
c. apprehension specialist commissioned by the Texas Youth Commission as officer under the Human Resources Code.
d. investigator commissioned by the Commission on Law Enforcement Officer Standards and Education.
e. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agent.
Definition
e. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms agent.
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, appeals from the Justice Court are heard by the __________ Court.

a. County
b. District
c. Appeals
d. Criminal Appeals
Definition
a. County
Term
Under Article 2.12, which one of the following is a legally designated peace officer?

a. District attorney
b. Officer of water-control district
c. Probation officer
d. Parole officer
Definition
b. Officer of water-control district
Term
Which of the following is not a peace officer of the State of Texas?

a. Officer employed at a water control district
b. Officer employed at the airport
c. Fire marshal in a municipality
d. FBI agent
e. Director DPS
Definition
d. FBI agent
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a peace officer may request a magistrate's order for emergency protection at a defendant's appearance before a magistrate after an arrest for.

a. an offense involving family violence.
b. any offense
c. harassment
d. assault
Definition
a. an offense involving family violence.
Term
Who is responsible to conduct inquests in criminal homicide cases?

a. Assigned peace officer
b. Sheriff
c. Justice of peace
d. DPS lab
e. Any peace officer
Definition
c. Justice of peace
Term
Which of the following is not a peace officer?

a. Law enforcement agents of the Alcoholic Beverage Commission
b. Arson investigation officers of the city, county, or state
c. Private security officers commissioned by the Texas Private Security Board
d. Municipal park and recreational patrolmen and security officers
Definition
c. Private security officers commissioned by the Texas Private Security Board
Term
Who of the following are peace officers in the state of Texas?

a. Apprehension specialists commissioned by the Texas Youth Commission in accordance with the Human Resources Code
b. Officers commissioned by a public junior college
c. investigators employed by the Texas Racing Commission
d. Officers commissioned by the Texas Medical Board
e. All of the above
Definition
e. All of the above
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a written statement of a grand jury accusing a person of an offense is a/an:

a. complaint
b. indictment
c. information
d. affidavit
Definition
b. indictment
Term
Which of the following persons may not accept bail in a felony case?

a. The sheriff
b. A municipal police officer
c. A trooper of the department of public safety
d. A deputy sheriff
e. All of the above, because only a court can accept bail
Definition
b. A municipal police officer
Term
Which of the following persons is not a magistrate?

a. A master appointed by a judge of the district court of Lubbock County
b. A city mayor
c. A recorder of an incorporated city or town
d. A district attorney
e. A judge of the Texas Supreme Court
Definition
d. A district attorney
Term
Which one of the following statements about a search warrants is not true?

a. Search warrants may be directed to fire marshals.
b. Search warrants must be executed within one week of issuance
c. Peace officers may execute a search warrant even if the owner of the property is not present.
d. Peace officers must complete an inventory of property seized.
Definition
b. Search warrants must be executed within one week of issuance
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a person is arrested when the person has been:

a. lawfully detained
b. taken into custody
c. unlawfully detained
d. stopped and indentified
Definition
b. taken into custody
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a peace officer __________ arrest, without a warrant, a person the peace officer has probable cause to believe has violated a protective order, if the offense is committed in the presence of the peace officer.

a. may
b. may not
c. shall
d. shall not
Definition
c. shall
Term
A subpoena that directs a person to appear as a witness and order the individual to produce items of evidence in that person's custody is called a...

a. writ of habeas corpus.
b. subpoena duces tecum.
c. writ of mandamus
d. modus operandi
e. subpoena
Definition
b. subpoena duces tecum
Term
The statute of limitations for misdemeanor offenses is...

a. three years.
b. five years.
c. two years.
d. four years.
e. one year.
Definition
c. two years
Term
A person commits suicide. Who is charged under law to investigate the inquest when the incident occurred at a private residence?

a. Local police agency
b. Sheriff
c. District Attorney
d. Justice of the peace
e. County attorney
Definition
d. Justice of the peace
Term
Which of the following court orders is signed by a clerk of the court?

a. Bail
b. Information or indictment
c. Bond
d. Citation
e. Capias
Definition
e. Capias
Term
Who can prevent the consequences of theft?

a. Employees of department store
b. Any civilian customer in the department store
c. The owner of the department store
d. A peace officer
e. Any of the above
Definition
e. Any of the above
Term
Which of the following types of court orders directs a peace officer to appear in court as a witness?

a. Subpoena
b. Capias
c. Writ of mandamus
d. Writ of habeas corpus
e. Warrant
Definition
a. Subpoena
Term
The level of proof in a civil hearing is called proof...

a. by a preponderance of evidence.
b. by clear and convincing evidence.
c. beyond a shadow of a doubt.
d. beyond a reasonable doubt.
Definition
a. by a preponderance of evidence
Term
A municipal court subpoena is executed...

a. by calling the witness on the telephone.
b. the same as a justice court subpoena.
c. by mailing a copy to the witness.
d. None of the above is correct.
Definition
b. the same as a justice court subpoena.
Term
Who signs an indictment accusing a person of a crime?

a. The district attorney
b. The foreman of the grand jury
c. The foreman of the petite jury
d. The county attorney
e. The magistrate of the court supervising the grand jury
Definition
b. The foreman of the grand jury
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, the Court of Criminal Appeals does NOT...

a. issue writs of habeas corpus.
b. hear cases involving the death penalty
c. review decisions of civil cases
d. review decisions of criminal cases
Definition
c. review decisions of civil cases
Term
The security given by the accused that he or she will appear and answer the charge before the proper court is called...

a. bail.
b. bond.
c. commitment.
d. promissory.
Definition
a. bail.
Term
If a peace officer refuses to execute a legal process directed to him or her by the court, he or she is liable for...

a. any punishment the judge may direct.
b. a fine of up to $500.
c. a fine not less than $10 or more than $200.
d. suspension from the department.
Definition
c. a fine not less than $10 or more than $200.
Term
Which of the following does not have to be a licensed peace officer in order to execute the duties of his or her office?

a. The chief of police in a municipality
b. A city marshal
c. A county sheriff
d. A DPS trooper
Definition
c. A county sheriff
Term
The affidavit made before the magistrate or the district or court attorney charging the commission of an offense is called a(n)...

a. complaint
b. indictment
c. petition
d. statement of probable cause
Definition
a. complaint
Term
Not counting the day of issuance nor the day of execution, how long is a search warrant valid if it is issued for a purpose other than to search for DNA?

a. Fifteen whole days
b. Five whole days
c. Three whole days
d. Indefinitly
Definition
c. Three whole days
Term
Holding a person for a limited time, but who is not as yet answerable to a criminal offense, is the definition of...

a. arrest.
b. extended detention.
c. temporary detention.
d. stop and frisk.
Definition
c. temporary detention.
Term
Not counting the day of issuance nor the day of execution, how long is a search warrant valid if it is issued solely to search for and seize DNA from a specific person for analysis and comparison?

a. Fifteen whole days
b. Three whole days
c. Five whole days
d. Indefinitly
Definition
a. Fifteen whole days
Term
The court of jurisdiction in cases involving jail (class A and B misdemeanors) as a punishment is the...

a. justice court.
b. municipal court.
c. Texas Appeals Court.
d. county court.
Definition
d. county court.
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a written statement that is filed and presented on behalf of the state of Texas by a district attorney that charges a person with an offense that may be prosecuted according to law is called a/an...

a. indictment
b. information
c. complaint
d. attachment
Definition
b. information
Term
Which one of the following is not competent to testify in a criminal case?

a. A person with a history of mental illness
b. A child under ten years old
c. A person who is insane at the time of the trial
d. A person with a conviction for perjury
Definition
c. A person who is insane at the time of the trial
Term
Evidence seized unlawfully without a warrant by a peace officer is...

a. inadmissible in court
b. admissible in court if obtained in good faith.
c. admissible in court with the judge's permission.
d. admissible in court with the jury's permission.
Definition
a. inadmissible in court
Term
Which of the following is used to determine the amount of bail to be fixed for individual cases?

a. It shall be sufficiently high to give reasonable assurance that the undertaking will be complied with
b. The nature of the offense and the circumstances under which it was committed
c. Proof of the ability to make bail
d. The future security of the victim and the community
e. All of the above
Definition
e. All of the above
Term
Whenever a peace officer meets resistance in making an arrest or search, the officer may...

a. use any force to overcome resistance.
b. call upon as many citizens as necessary to aid in the arrest or search.
c. call any male person in the area to assist but may not call a female person to help.
d. call military people to assist in making the arrest.
Definition
b. call upon as many citizens as necessary to aid in the arrest or search.
Term
The state court with final appellate jurisdiction in death penalty cases is..

a. the Texas Supreme Court.
b . the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.
c. the court of appeals.
d. the district court.
Definition
a. the Texas Supreme Court.
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, what is a writ issued by a court directing any peace officer in the state, commanding him to arrest a person accused of an offense and bring him before that court immediately called?

a. attachment
b. commitment
c. capias
d. arrest warrant
Definition
c. capias
Term
Unless otherwise stated in the CCP, the statute of limitations for a felony is...

a. five years.
b. three years
c. seven years
d. ten years
e. two years
Definition
b. three years
Term
As an officer, you ask a person to assist you in making an arrest. What penal code offense, if any, was committed if the person refuses your command?

a. Official misconduct
b. Hindering apprehension
c. Permitting or facilitating escape
d. Interference with public duties
e. No criminal offense
Definition
e. No criminal offense
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a peace officer may break down the door of any house for the purpose of making an arrest if he or she has been refused admittance after giving notice of his or her authority as well as the purpose under which of the following circumstances:

a. Felony warrant
b. Misdemeanor
c. Traffic offense
d. Exigent circumstances
Definition
a. Felony warrant
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a peace officer from another state may pursue a fleeing person into Texas and arrest them there, if the person is suspected of committing a...

a. felony.
b. misdemeanor punishable by jail.
c. state jail offense.
d. capital offense.
Definition
a. felony.
Term
A person who is charged in a death and arrested under a warrant of the justice of the peace...

a. may be released on bail by a magistrate of the district court.
b. may not be removed from the officer's custody on authority of a warrant from another magistrate.
c. may be released to the custody of another law enforcement agency based on a warrant of arrest from another magistrate.
d. may not receive bail or bond from the justice of the peace until after the grand jury hearing.
Definition
b. may not be removed from the officer's custody on authority of a warrant from another magistrate.
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, the time allowed for the execution of a search warrant shall be ______ whole days, exclusive of the day of issuance and the day of its execution, if the warrant is not for DNA analysis and comparison.

a. 3
b. 4
c. 5
d. 6
Definition
a. 3
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, what is a law enforcement-initiated action based on an individual's ethnicity or national origin rather than the individual's behavior?

a. selective enforcement
b. racial profiling
c. cultural bias
d. ethnocentrism
Definition
b. racial profiling
Term
When a sheriff or other person holding an individual in jail or prison receives a/an __________, he or she must bring the detained person before the court and show just cause why the person is being help in custody.

a. writ of habeas corpus
b. arrest warrant
c. writ of mandamus
d. summons
e. subpoena
Definition
a. writ of habeas corpus
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, whenever a peace officer meets with resistance in discharging any duty imposed on him by law, he __________ command a sufficient number of citizens of his county to overcome the resistance.

a. may
b. shall
c. can
d. will
Definition
b. shall
Term
What is the statute of limitations for "theft by a public servant of governmental property over which he or she exercises control in an official capacity?"

a. Ten years
b. Five years
c. Three years
d. Seven years
e. No limits
Definition
a. Ten years
Term
Which one of the following is not true about a dying declaration?

a. The declaration must come from the victim of a robbery.
b. The person must have no hope of recovery.
c. The person making the declaration must be of sane mind.
d. The declaration must be voluntary.
Definition
a. The declaration must come from the victim of a robbery.
Term
The death penalty requires an automatic appeal to the...

a. Texas Supreme Court.
b. U.S. Supreme Court.
c. Texas Appeals Court.
d. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.
e. U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.
Definition
d. Texas Court of Criminal Appeals
Term
Which of the following is a duty of every peace officer?

a. Preserve the peace
b. Interfere without warrant to prevent or suppress crime
c. Execute all lawful process issued by a magistrate or court
d. Give notice to some magistrate of all offenses committed within his or her jurisdiction
e. All of the above
Definition
e. All of the above
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a magistrate may extend the detention period on a person who is arrested in the prevention of family violence by a period not to exceed ______ hours.

a. 24
b. 36
c. 48
d. 60
Definition
c. 48
Term
What action should the officer take when a person refuses to assist the officer in making an arrest?

a. Arrest the person
b. Report the incident to the supervisor
c. Make a report to the county or district attorney
d. Give the person a warning and advise that future refusal may result in arrest
e. Take no action.
Definition
c. Make a report to the county or district attorney
Term
The primary components of the American criminal justice system are:

a. probation, parole, and correctional
b. police, courts, and correctional
c. local, state, and federal police
d. police, prosecution, and courts
Definition
b. police, courts, and correctional
Term
Which Article of the U.S. Constitution provides legislative powers to the U.S. Congress?

a. Article 1
b. Article 2
c. Article 3
d. Article 4
Definition
a. Article 1
Term
_________ is the only crime defined by the U.S. Constitution.

a. Murder
b. Espionage
c. Treason
d. Presidential assassination
Definition
c. Treason
Term
Double jeopardy and witness against self are enumerated in which Constitutional Amendment?

a. 5th
b. 6th
c. 8th
d. 14th
Definition
a. 5th
Term
Excessive bail and cruel and unusual punishment are enumerated in which Constitutional Amendment?

a. 5th
b. 6th
c. 8th
d. 14th
Definition
c. 8th
Term
Right to counsel and confronting accusers are enumerated in which Constitutional Amendment?

a. 5th
b. 6th
c. 8th
d. 14th
Definition
b. 6th
Term
The term "tort" is used in which type of law?

a. judicial
b. civil
c. criminal
d. municipal
Definition
b. civil
Term
The fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ensures that all people are entitles to...

a. equal rights under law
b. due process of law.
c. both a and b.
d. neither a nor b.
Definition
c. both a and b.
Term
The 5th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution gives citizens the protection from...

a. unreasonable searches
b. quartering of troops
c. excessive bail
d. self-incrimination
Definition
d. self-incrimination
Term
Which of the amendments to the U.S. Constitution covers double jeopardy?

a. Third
b. Fourth
c. Fifth
d. Sixth
Definition
c. Fifth
Term
Individual states are granted rights under the U.S. Constitution to make and enforce laws that do not conflict with federal law. Which amendment guarantees states' rights?

a. Tenth
b. Eighth
c. Seventh
d. Sixth
e. First
Definition
a. Tenth
Term
The Tenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is...

a. the "police powers" amendment.
b. the "separation of powers" amendment.
c. the last amendment to the U.S. Constitution
d. the amendment that controls bail.
Definition
a. the "police powers" amendment.
Term
The _________ Amendment states that private property cannot be taken for public use unless the owner of the property is provided "just compensation."

a. Fourteenth
b. Second
c. Third
d. Fourth
e. Fifth
Definition
e. Fifth
Term
The Miranda warning generally is related to which Constitutional amendment?

a. Fourth
b. Fifth
c. First
d. Eighth
Definition
b. Fifth
Term
Exceptions to the protections under the Bill of Rights are usually established by...

a. Supreme Court decisions.
b. legislative decisions.
c. customs.
d. state court decisions.
Definition
a. Supreme Court decisions.
Term
_____ is law that defines personal and property rights of individuals.

a. Civil
b. Criminal
c. Tort
d. Mediation
Definition
a. Civil
Term
The process for amending the Texas Constitution is stated in which article of the Constitution?

a. 9
b. 10
c. 15
d. 17
e. 20
Definition
d. 17
Term
The Constitutional Amendment that prohibits excessive bail, fines, and punishments is the _____ amendment.

a. Sixth
b. Eighth
c. Fourth
d. First
e. Fifth
Definition
b. Eighth
Term
The rights to an attorney, to a speedy and public trial, to call witnesses, and to confront witness against oneself, are guaranteed in the ______ Amendment, U.S. Constitution.

a. First
b. Fourth
c. Sixth
d. Fourteenth
Definition
c. Sixth
Term
Freedom of speech and right to peaceably assemble is found in the _____ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

a. First
b. Second
c. Third
d. Fourth
e. Fifth
Definition
a. First
Term
The Sixth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees all of the following except the right to...

a. counsel.
b. due process of law.
c. a speedy and public trial.
d. confront one's accuser.
e. be informed of the nature and cause to the accusation.
Definition
b. due process of law.
Term
According to the ____ Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, powers not specifically reserved to the federal government are reserved to the state government.

a. 4th
b. 9th
c. 10th
d. 14th
Definition
c. 10th
Term
The _____ Amendment provides the right to reasonable bail and prohibits cruel and unusual punishment.

a. Eighth
b. Sixth
c. Fifth
d. Fourth
e. Fourteenth
Definition
a. Eighth
Term
The evaluation of a law for constitutionality is done by...

a. the executive branch of the government.
b. the judicial branch of the government.
c. the legislative branch of the government.
d. the Department of Justice.
Definition
b. the judicial branch of the government.
Term
The ____ Amendment limits the level of force that may be used to reasonable force.

a. 4th
b. 5th
c. 8th
d. 14th
Definition
a. 4th
Term
The probable cause requirement for search and seizure is found in the ____ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

a. Second
b. Eighth
c. First
d. Third
e. Fourth
Definition
e. Fourth
Term
Criminal investigation rights that include search, seizure, warrants. and probable cause are found in the ____ Amendment, U.S. Constitution.

a. Fourth
b. Sixth
c. First
d. Fourteenth
Definition
a. Fourth
Term
The amendment to the U.S. Constitution that provides that all the rights and liberties of the Bill of Rights will be accorded to citizens of the states and that states must abide by the first ten amendments is the...

a. Seventh Amendment.
b. Ninth Amendment.
c. Eleventh Amendment.
d. Fourteenth Amendment.
Definition
d. Fourteenth Amendment.
Term
Right to reasonable bail is found in the ___ Amendment, U.S. Contitution.

a. First
b. Fourth
c. Sixth
d. Fifth
e. Eighth
Definition
e. Eighth
Term
Which court case affirmed a person's right to free speech?

a. Miranda v. Arizona
b. Duran v. City of Douglas
c. Tennessee v. Garner
d. Ruiz v. Estelle
Definition
b. Duran v. City of Douglas
Term
The requirement that the government must act in accordance with due process of law is contained in which two amendments to the U.S. Constitution?

a. First and Fourth
b. Fifth and Eighth
c. Eighth and Fourteenth
d. Ninth and Tenth
e. Fifth and Fourteenth
Definition
e. Fifth and Fourteenth
Term
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution gives citizens the right to an attorney during criminal proceedings?

a. Fourth Amendment
b. Fifth Amendment
c. Sixth Amendment
d. Tenth Amendment
Definition
c. Sixth Amendment
Term
An order from the court directing the person responsible for holding an individual in jail or prison to bring that person before the court and show why he or she is being held in custody is called a ...

a. writ of attainder.
b. writ of custody.
c. writ of habeas corpus.
d. writ of capias.
Definition
c. writ of habeas corpus.
Term
Which amendment of the Constitution prohibits double jeopardy?

a. First
b. Fifth
c. Sixth
d. Eighth
e. Second
Definition
b. Fifth
Term
The freedom of people to petition their government for a redress of grievance is found in the _____ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

a. Fifth
b. Fourth
c. First
d. Second
e. Eighth
Definition
c. First
Term
The writ that is filed that seeks release from unlawful detention is called...

a. writ of mandamus.
b. writ of habeas corpus.
c. corpus delicti.
d. deces tectum.
Definition
b. writ of habeas corpus.
Term
The _____ Amendment deals with reasonable force.

a. First
b. Fourth
c. Sixth
d. Eighth
Definition
b. Fourth
Term
Besides the right to a speedy and public trial, and the right to an attorney, what additional right does the Sixth Amendment provide for?

a. Prohibits double jeopardy
b. Redress of grievance
c. Right to trial by jury in a civil case
d. Probable cause requirement for arrest and search
e. Right to confront witness against
Definition
e. Right to confront witness against
Term
Which one of the following courts has original jurisdiction for class A and B misdemeanors?

a. Court of appeals
b. District court
c. County court at law
d. Municipal court
Definition
c. County court at law
Term
Which of the following is responsible for administering the Texas Crime Victims Compensation Act?

a. Department of Public Safety
b. Texas Industrial Accident Board
c. Texas Attorney General
d. Texas Secretary of State
e. Governor of the State of Texas
Definition
c. Texas Attorney General
Term
The U.S. Constitution defines which of the following as a criminal offense?

a. Forgery
b. Treason
c. Counterfeiting
d. Unlawfully carrying weapon
Definition
b. Treason
Term
In 1967, what U.S, Supreme Court Case required that a child's case must follow due process of law and therefore the child has the right to counsel in delinquency proceedings?

a. In Re Oliver
b. In Re Winship
c. In Re Gault
d. In Re Quintan
Definition
c. In Re Gault
Term
The U.S. Constitution requires that an arrest with or without warrant must be based on proof...

a. beyond a reasonable doubt.
b. by a preponderance of evidence.
c. that is clear and convincing.
d. of probable cause
Definition
d. of probable cause
Term
Dual citizenship, equal protection of law and due process of law are parts of the _____ Amendment, U.S. Constitution.

a. Tenth
b. Ninth
c. Fourteenth
d. Fourth
e. Fifth
Definition
c. Fourteenth
Term
The Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution provides for...

a. due process of law.
b. equal protection.
c. people having "dual" citizenship (U.S. and individual state).
d. all of the above.
Definition
d. all of the above.
Term
The release of a prisoner from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice before the end of his or her sentence is called...

a. probation.
b. shock probation.
c. rehabilitation
d. parole.
Definition
d. parole.
Term
A defendant must be discharged of a motion to set aside an indictment, information, or complaint for "failure to provide a speedy trial" is sustained. A defendant charged in district court must be released if...

a. an indictment or information is not presented within 24 hours.
b. an indictment or information alleges an aggravated offense.
c. an indictment or information is not presented at the next term of the court after the accused is committed to custody.
d. all of the above.
e. none of the above.
Definition
c. an indictment or information is not presented at the next term of the court after the accused is committed to custody
Term
In accordance with the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, due process of law begins when...

a. a person is placed under arrest.
b. an individual posts bail or bond.
c. a suspect foes before a magistrate.
d. the preliminary investigation begins.
e. an officer has probable cause to believe a person committed an offense.
Definition
d. the preliminary investigation begins.
Term
Which of the following seeks to challenge detention and request immediate release from custody if incarceration is illegal?

a. A writ of habeas corpus
b. A writ of mandamus
c. Properly posted bail
d. Corpus delicti
e. modus operan!
Definition
a. A writ of habeas corpus
Term
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution says that U.S. law supersedes state law, and that people are entitled to due process of the law as well as equal protection?

a. Tenth
b. Fourteenth
c. Sixteenth
d. Twentieth
e. Twenty-sixth
Definition
b. Fourteenth
Term
The primary function of a writ of habeas corpus is to...

a. seek release from unlawful imprisonment.
b. release a prisoner from custody.
c. formally charge a person with a criminal offense.
d. permit a landlord the right to regain property after an eviction notice is complete.
e. determine the prisoner's guilt or innocence.
Definition
a. seek release from unlawful imprisonment.
Term
A conviction for a felony in Texas could be appealed to the....

a. U.S. District Court
b. Texas Supreme Court
c. court of appeals.
d. U.S. Magistrates Court.
Definition
c. court of appeals.
Term
The _____ Amendment guarantees the right to a grand jury, prohibits double jeopardy, prohibits self-incrimination, and requires that the system must follow due-process-of-law guidelines.

a. Fourth
b. Sixth
c. First
d. Fourteenth
e. Fifth
Definition
e. Fifth
Term
Which one of the following is not a component of the criminal justice system in Texas?

a. Private security agencies
b. Parole officers
c. Prison Guards
d. Defense attorneys
Definition
a. Private security agencies
Term
Which of the following elements are in the Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?

a. Equal protection
b. Dual citizenship
c. Due process of law
d. All of the above
e. None of the above
Definition
d. All of the above
Term
The right to seize or arrest a person in accordance with the law is found in the _____ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

a. First
b. Second
c. Third
d. Fourth
e. Fifth
Definition
d. Fourth
Term
Cruel and unusual punishments are prohibited by which amendment?

a. 5th
b. 4th
c. 6th
d. eighth
Definition
d. eighth
Term
Which of the following amendments of the U.S. Constitution prohibits "cruel and unusual punishment" as well as excessive bail?

a. Fifth
b. Sixth
c. Seventh
d. Eighth
e. Tenth
Definition

d. Eighth

Term
Which of the following rights is not guaranteed by the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?

a. A person protests a court ruling in the county court building.
b. An individual expresses his or her opinion to a peace officer.
c. A person yells statements inside the state capital building.
d. A person yells "fire" in a public theater where there is no fire.
e. None of the above responds to the question; each is constitutionally protected
Definition
d. A person yells "fire" in a public theater where there is no fire.
Term
Right to due process of law is found in the _____ Amendment, U.S. Constitution.

a. First
b. Fourth
c. Sixth
d. Fifth
e. Eighth
Definition
d. Fifth
Term
A writ of habeas corpus is a court order...

a, commanding custody of a named person.
b. ordering a sheriff to release a person from confinement.
c. commitment order.
d. to bring a person before a magistrate and show just cause for detention.
Definition
d. to bring a person before a magistrate and show just cause for detention.
Term
Which article of the Texas Constitution provides for freedom of worship?

a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
e. 5
Definition
a. 1
Term
Which of the following statements is true concerning grand juries?

a. Grand juries are required by the Constitution and in all fifty states.
b. The Fourth Amendment provides for the establishment of grand juries.
c. Grand juries are required in all federal cases.
d. Grand juries issue "indictments" or "no-bills."
Definition
d. Grand juries issue "indictments" or "no-bills."
Term
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a ______ is an order issued by a judge directing to anyone having a person in custody, commanding them to produce such person and show why they are in custody.

a. writ of sequestration
b. writ of attachment
c. writ of habeas corpus
d. remander of custody
Definition
c. writ of habeas corpus
Term
The right to counsel is found in the _____ Amendment, U.S. Constitution.

a. First
b. Fourth
c. Sixth
d. Fifth
e. Eighth
Definition
c. Sixth
Term
An intentional commission or omission of an act by a competent person that violates a law prohibiting or requiring the act and for which punishment is specified by law is a definition of...

a. prejudice.
b. bias.
c. crime.
d. intent.
Definition
c. crime.
Term
Which of the following is not included in the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution?

a. Freedom of speech and religion
b. Right to peaceably assemble
c. Freedom of press
d. Right to petition government for redress of grievance
e. None of the above-each is a First Amendment right
Definition
e. None of the above-each is a First Amendment right
Term
The agency originally created to combat counterfeiting of U.S. currency was the...

a. FCC.
b. FBI.
c. IACP.
d. Secret Service.
Definition
d. Secret Service.
Term
The Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees...

a. just compensation for private property taken for public use.
b. prohibition against double jeopardy.
c. prohibition against mandatory self-incrimination.
d. all of the above.
e. b and c above, but not a.
Definition
d. all of the above
Term
Right to a speedy and public trial is guaranteed by the _____ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

a. Fifth
b. Eighth
c. Sixth
d. Fourteenth
e. Fourth
Definition
c. Sixth
Term
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits...

a. the government from establishing a religion.
b. assemblies that stop traffic.
c. petitions to the government other than to senators and representatives.
d. speech that interferes with national security.
Definition
a. the government from establishing a religion.
Term
Right to arrest is found in the _____ Amendment, U.S. Constitution.

a. First
b. Fourth
c. Sixth
d. Fifth
e. Eighth
Definition
b. Fourth
Term
The _____ Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ensures the right to the people to criticize their government.

a. Fifth
b. Fourteenth
c. Tenth
d. First
e. Third
Definition
d. First
Term
Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?

a. Fourth Amendment
b. Fifth Amendment
c. Sixth Amendment
d. Eighth Amendment
Definition
d. Eighth Amendment
Term
The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution...

a. establishes the separation of powers.
b. provides for the writ of habeas corpus.
c. protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures.
d. protects citizens from being compelled to be witnesses against themselves.
Definition
c. protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures.
Term
The agency responsible for enforcing federal drug laws is the...

a. OPEC.
b. ATF.
c. DEA.
d. U.S. Customs
Definition
c. DEA
Term
Which of the following elements is specifically detailed in the Texas Constitution but is not directly addressed in the U.S. Constitution?

a. Habeas Corpus
b. Freedom of worship
c. Rights of crime victims
d. Double jeopardy
e. Deprivation of life and liberty require "due course of law"
Definition
c. Rights of crime victims
Term
Identify the values relative to the police role in the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights.

a. Recognizing prejudice
b. Equal protection of all rights for all individuals
c. Dedication to protecting rights of all people
d. b and c above, but not a
e. a,b, and c above
Definition
e. a,b, and c above
Term
County jails house those prisoners who have been convicted of offenses calling for a sentence of...

a. up to one year.
b. up to 180 days.
c. up to two years.
d. up to three years.
Definition
a. up to one year.
Term
The Bill of Rights to the United States Constitution...

a. was designed to replace the Articles of Confederation.
b. was added to the original Constitution to ensure individual liberties and civil rights.
c. incorporated the separation of powers.
d. was ratified in 1788.
Definition
b. was added to the original Constitution to ensure individual liberties and civil rights.
Term
Which of the following cases involves the First Amendment "freedom of speech" issue?

a. Estclle v. Ruiz
b. Miranda v. Arizona
c. Escobcdo v. Illinois
d. Ware v. Reed
e. Duran v. City of Douglas, Arizona
Definition
e. Duran v. City of Douglas, Arizona
Term
_____ of the Texas Constitution holds inviolate a Texas citizen's right to equality of law.

a. Article 1
b. Article 2
c. Article 3
d. Article 4
e. Article 5
Definition
a. Article 1
Term

When two officers are interviewing one subject, the second officer's position should be ________?

 

A. directly behind the subject

 

 

B. directly behind the primary officer

 

 

C. to the right or left of the subject

 

 

D. to the right or left ahead of the primary officer

Definition

C. to the right or left of the subject

Term

The First Amendment to the Federal constitution concerns.....

 

A.The right of the people to petition the government

 

B. The right of the people to keep and bear arms

 

C. Habeas Corpus

 

D. Due process

 

E. Res Ipsa Loquitur

Definition

A.The right of the people to petition the government

Term

According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, what is a law enforcement-initiated action based on an individual's ethnicity or national origin rather than the individual's behavior?

 

A. selective enforcement

 

B. racial profiling

 

C. cultural bias

 

D. enthnocentrism

Definition

B. racial profiling

Term

According to CCP Art. 14.02, a peace officer may arrest, without warrant, when a felony or breach of the peace has been committed in the presence or within the view of a magistrate, and such magistrate ________________ the arrest of the offender.

 

A. signs a warrant for

 

B. physically makes

 

C. gives written orders for

 

D. verbally orders

Definition

D. verbally orders

Term

What single event served most to remove the police officer from contact with the community?

 

 

A. The telephone

B. Emphasis on the crime-fighting role

C. Radio communications

D. Extensive use of the automobile for patrol

E. Professional training standards

Definition

D. Extensive use of the automobile for patrol

Term

An organized and relatively unchanging combination of a persons knowledge and feelings about someone or something, that influences him/her to behave in a certain way, in regard to that person or thing, defines:

 

A. Race

 

B. Ethnicity

 

C. Prejudice

 

D. Attitude

 

E.Ethnocentrism

Definition

D. Attitude

Term

What is the most common form of prejudice?

 

A.Religious

 

B.Ethnic

 

C. Sexual orientation

 

D. Racial

Definition

D. Racial

Term

____________________ means that cases are referred first to the court.

 

A.     Original jurisdiction

 

B.      Appellate jurisdiction

 

C.     Deferred adjudication

 

D.    Original court

Definition

D.    Original court

Term

Every vehicle upon a highway within this State at any time from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise and at any other time when, due to insufficient light or unfavorable atmospheric conditions, persons and vehicles on the highway are not clearly discernible at a distance of ____________ feet ahead shall display lighted lamps and illuminating devices as required.

 

A.     500

 

B.     1,000

 

C.     200

 

D.     750

Definition

B.     1,000

Term

According to the Penal Code, deadly force is NOT justified to _______.

 

A.     prevent criminal mischief at night

 

B.     preserve someone's life in an emergency

 

C.     prevent the imminent commission of arson

 

D.     prevent someone from committing suicide

Definition

D.     prevent someone from committing suicide

Term

A serious effort to perform in accordance with basic ethics, the law, and departmental regulations reinforces feelings of _______________________ and helps reach desired goals.

 

A. Respect

 

B. Trust

 

C. Respect and Trust

 

D. Awareness

Definition

C. Respect and Trust

Term

The Ethical role is performed by being ____________________ in personal behavior and in functioning as a representative of the criminal justice system.

 

A. Objective and Ethical

 

B. Ethical behavior

 

C. Objective manner

 

D. Personal feelings

Definition

A. Objective and Ethical

Term

A child can be detained in which of the following areas:

 

A. in a jail with adults

 

B. a holding facility with adults

 

C. a holding area certified by the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission

 

D. none of the above

Definition

C. a holding area certified by the Texas Juvenile Probation Commission

Term

One of the advantages of the rear approach to suspects is ________.

 

A. may provoke physical resistance

 

B. loss of surprise

 

C. surprise

 

D. communication

Definition

C. surprise

Term

Providing a convenient group or person to blame when things go wrong in one's personal life or in the community is known as....

 

A. Stereotyping

B. Scapegoating

C. Projecting

D. Discrimination

E. Reality

Definition

B. Scapegoating

Term

A person offers money to a witness in exchange for testimony that is otherwise correct if he just forgets to mention the second suspect that acted as the lookout.  What offense has occurred?

 

A. Coercion of Public Servant

 

B. Improper Influence

 

C. Tampering with Witness

 

D. Retaliation

 

E. None of the above

Definition

C. Tampering with Witness

Term

A child may be held in a jail with adults arrested for or charged with a crime if no separate juvenile facility is available.

 

A. True

 

B. False

Definition

B. False

Term

An officer observes a male and female having sex in a local park late at night.  Nobody is in the park that could possibly witness the couple's actions.  What offense has occurred?

 

A. Homosexual Conduct

 

B. Disorderly Conduct - Exposure

 

C. Public Lewdness

 

D. Indecent Exposure

 

E. None of the above

Definition

C. Public Lewdness

Term

Duran v. City of Douglas, AZ applies to which amendment?

 

A. Fifth Amendment

 

B. Fourth Amendment

 

C. First Amendment

 

D. Second Amendment

Definition

C. First Amendment

Term

A search warrant to photograph an injured child requires that an officer send all film (positives & negatives) to the judge.

 

A. True

 

B. False

Definition

A. True

Term

According to Sec. 217.11 Legislatively Required Continuing Education for Licensees, the legislatively required continuing education program for individuals licensed as peace officers shall consist of __________ hours of training.

 

A. 40

 

B. 20

 

C. 60

 

D. 80

Definition

A. 40

Term

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

 

A. All of us harbor some form of prejudice.

 

B. Most all cultures are ethnocentristic.

 

C. All of us are biased.

 

D. Prejudiced persons should not be police officers.

 

E. White Anglo-Saxon male police officers are likely to be biased.

Definition

D. Prejudiced persons should not be police officers.

Term

The police role in physical arrest is two-fold, to protect the public and __________.

 

A. for officer satisfaction

 

B. to overcome verbal abuse

 

C. to demonstrate firmness

 

D. to take the violator into custody

Definition

D. to take the violator into custody

Term

_________________ is when an emergency exists where there is not enough time for a peace officer to get a warrant.

 

A. Probable cause

 

B. “Hot pursuit” law

 

C. Preventing consequences of a felony

 

D. Exigent circumstances

Definition

D. Exigent circumstances

Term

According to the Carroll Doctrine, the reason a vehicle is an exception to the warrant requirement is because it is:

 

A. Considered a deadly weapon

 

B. Distinguished from a house

 

C. Not considered anyone’s “castle”

 

D. Mobile

Definition
D. Mobile
Term

Chronological reports organize information by _____.

 

 

A. when each thing happened

B. where each thing happened

C. who did each thing

D. why each thing happened

Definition

A. when each thing happened

Term

To drive a bus with a seating capacity of more than twenty-four (24) passengers, you must have a:

 

A. Class A CDL drivers license

 

B. Class B CDL drivers license

 

C. Class C drivers license

 

D. Class P drivers license

 

E. Class M CDL drivers license

Definition

B. Class B CDL drivers license

Term

Which Amendment to the Federal Constitution speaks to a prohibition of "cruel and unusual punishments"?

 

A. First

 

B. Third

 

C. Tenth

 

D. Eighth

 

E. Ninth

Definition

D. Eighth

Term

Which of the following is NOT considered marihuana?

 

A. The female plant

 

B. The seeds

 

C. The oil or cake made from the seeds of the plant

 

D. All of the above are considered marihuana

Definition

C. The oil or cake made from the seeds of the plant

Term

To drive any vehicle or combination of vehicles, with gross weight exceeding 26,001 lbs. and towed vehicle exceeding 10,000 lbs., requires a:

 

A. Class A CDL drivers license

 

B. Class B CDL drivers license

 

C. Class C drivers license

 

D. Class M drivers license

 

E. Class P CDL drivers license

Definition

A. Class A CDL drivers license

Term

A vehicle that cannot produce more than two-brake horsepower, is the definition of a/an ____________________.

 

 

A. ATV

B. motorcycle

C. moped

D. bicycle

Definition

C. moped

Term

The condition of the body which enables an individual to use his/her body in activities requiring balance, speed and power, without undue fatigue or exhaustion best describes

 

A. wellness

 

B. optimal well-being

 

C. dynamic strength

 

D. physical fitness

 

E. body composition

Definition

D. physical fitness

Term

A juvenile may be taken into custody for the following reasons:

 

A. He is a known perpetrator of heinous crimes.

 

B. His/her attitude towards the laws of the State and Municipalities are pursuant to the provisions of the Family Code.

 

C. Pursuant to the laws of arrest of the Penal Code and probable cause that the child has engaged in delinquent conduct.

 

D. The juvenile's parents are aware of the child's misconduct.

 

E. A juvenile cannot be taken into custody.

Definition

C. Pursuant to the laws of arrest of the Penal Code and probable cause that the child has engaged in delinquent conduct.

Term

A lawful frisk can only be initiated when the officer...

 

A. Has reasonable suspicion to detain

 

B. Has reasonable suspicion that there is a weapon

 

C. Doesn't like the way someone looks

 

D. A & B only

 

E. Answer not listed

Definition

D. A & B only

Term

During the “Traffic Control” stage what should be done?

 

A. Administer First Aid

 

B. In case of fire- notify the fire dept.

 

C. Remove vehicles and debris

 

D. All the above are part of the traffic control stage.

Definition

C. Remove vehicles and debris

Term

The required distance for tail lamps to be visible is:

 

A. 600 feet

B. 1,000 feet

C. 500 feet

D. 300 feet

E. 1,500 feet

Definition

B. 1,000 feet

Term

A person commits which offense if he makes a bet on the partial or final result of a game or contest or on the performance of a participant in a game or contest?

 

A. Gambling

 

B. Gambling Promotion

 

C. Keeping a Gambling Place

 

D. Any of the above

Definition

A. Gambling

Term

Within the traditional police service mode, most decisions are made at the management and mid-management level with little ______ involvement.

 

A. commissioner

 

B. court

 

C. citizen

 

D. supervisor

Definition

C. citizen

Term

A person in the course of committing theft, and with the intent to obtain or maintain control of property, he intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly places another in fear of imminent bodily injury or death.

 

A. Theft by appropriation

 

B. Theft

 

C. Aggravated Robbery

 

D. Robbery

Definition

D. Robbery

Term

Family and personal stressors include.

 

A. Marital

 

B. Children

 

C. Parents

 

D. Financial

 

E. All of the these

Definition

E. All of the these

Term

Which of the following is an example of MORAL COURAGE?

 

A. Refusing gratuities

B. Refusing to participate in a cover-up

C. Refusing to participate in ethnic or gender based humor or practical joke

D. All the above are examples of moral courage

Definition

D. All the above are examples of moral courage

Term

If a peace officer refuses to execute a legal process directed to him or her by the court, he or she is liable for

 

A. any punishment the judge may direct.

 

B. a fine up to $500.

 

C. a fine not less than $10 or more than $200.

 

D. suspension from the department.

Definition

C. a fine not less than $10 or more than $200.

Term

Every vehicle which is self propelled and every vehicle which is propelled by electric power obtained from overhead trolley wires, is a:

 

A. motor vehicle

 

B. pedal cycle

 

C. horse and buggy cart

 

D. PPV

 

E. public conveyance

Definition

A. motor vehicle

Term

When an officer makes an arrest, he may make a ________ of a person for _______.

 

A. weapons search/safety

 

B. full search/anything

 

C. inventory survey/evidence

 

D. pat down/elements of an offense

Definition

B. full search/anything

Term

___________________ is the state or quality of mind or spirit that enables one to face danger with self-possession, confidence, and resolution, bravery and valor.

 

A. Courage

 

B. Respect

 

C. Moral Courage

 

D. Physical Courage

Definition

A. Courage

Term

According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a peace officer who investigates a family violence allegation or who responds to a disturbance call that may involve family violence shall advise any possible adult victim of all reasonable means to prevent further family violence, including ________.

 

A. making an arrest without a warrant

B. calling in assistance from domestic violence experts

C. giving written notice of a victim's legal rights

D. giving written notice of an offender's legal rights

Definition

C. giving written notice of a victim's legal rights

Term

According to the Transportation Code, an operator passing another vehicle shall return to an authorized lane of travel before coming within ____ feet of an approaching vehicle, if a lane authorized for vehicles approaching from the opposite direction is used in passing.

 

A. 50

 

B. 100

 

C. 150

 

D. 200

Definition

D. 200

Term

From what distance must tail lights on a vehicle be visible?

 

A. 2000 ft

 

B. 1000 ft

 

C. 500 ft

 

D.1500 ft

Definition

B. 1000 ft

Term

For consent to be valid it must be ______________.

 

A. Voluntary

 

B. Relevant to the charge

 

C. In writing

 

D. In the presence of a magistrate

Definition

A. Voluntary

Term

The "Illegal Per Se" law makes it an offense to operate a motor vehicle while _________.

 

A. Having a statutorily prohibited blood alcohol content

 

B. Under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs

 

C. Impaired by alcohol or drugs to the slightest degree

 

D. Incapable of safely operating a vehicle regardless of the cause

Definition

A. Having a statutorily prohibited blood alcohol content

Term

A person commits what offense if he intentionally or knowingly leaves a motel without paying his bill of $65?

 

A. Theft

 

B. Robbery

 

C. Theft of Service

 

D. No offense, the motel will send him a bill by mail

 

E. Disorderly Conduct

Definition

C. Theft of Service

Term

In the SFST Walk and Turn test, the suspect must be instructed to take nine steps up the line and ____ steps back down the line.

 

A. 7

 

B. 8

 

C. 9

 

D. 10

 

E. Any number other than nine

Definition

C. 9

Term

The single best suicide indicator is?  

 

A. loss of self esteem

 

B. depression

 

C. behavior changes

 

D. mood variations

Definition

B. depression

Term

A way of thinking and acting based on tradition or learned behavior passed down from one generation to the next describes.....

 

A. Attitude

 

B. Ethnicity

 

C. Culture

 

D. Discrimination

 

E. Prejudice

Definition

C. Culture

Term

According to the Health and Safety Code, a substance that has an addiction-forming or addiction-sustaining liability similar to morphine or is capable of conversion into a drug having addiction-forming or addiction-sustaining liability is classified as a/an ______.

 

A. hallucinogen

 

B. stimulant

 

C. opiate

 

D. depressant

Definition

C. opiate

Term

When an indictment is not issued by a grand jury, a person may be charged with an offense in:

 

A. a complaint

B. a capias

C. a summons

D. an information

Definition

D. an information

Term

According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a written statement that is filed and presented on behalf of the State of Texas by a district attorney that charges a person with an offense that may be prosecuted according to law is called a/an ________.

 

A. indictment

 

B. information

 

C. complaint

 

D. attachment

Definition

B. information

Term

A citizen may proceed past a red light if ...

 

A. he feels it necessary to do so

 

B. no other traffic is coming

 

C. directed to do so by a peace officer

 

D. he proceeds at this own risk

 

E. none of the above

Definition

C. directed to do so by a peace officer

Term

The major classifications of drugs include narcotics, depressants, stimulants and ______.

 

A. opiates

 

B. amphetamines

 

C. dilatants

 

D. hallucinogens

Definition

D. hallucinogens

Term

A person found in possession of crack cocaine weighing a total of 2 grams should be charged with a:

 

A. State Jail felony

 

B. 3rd degree felony

 

C. 2nd degree felony

 

D. Class A Misdemeanor

 

E. 1st degree felony

Definition

B. 3rd degree felony

Term

According to Article 2.12 of the Code, which of the following is not a peace officer?

 

A. Reserve deputy

B. Border Patrol agent

C. Railroad peace officer

D. Texas game warden

 

Definition
B. Border Patrol agent
Term

 According to the Transportation Code, a vehicle equipped with hazard lamps to warn other vehicle operators of a vehicular traffic hazard shall have the lamps visible at a distance of at least _____ feet in normal sunlight.

 

A. 200

 

B. 300

 

C. 400

 

D. 500

Definition

D. 500

Term

Communication is based on:

 

A. 4% on dress

 

B. 5% on individual interpretation

 

C. 25% on Noise

 

D. 7%-10% on content

Definition

D. 7%-10% on content

Term

The good faith defense for an officer is enhanced when following the __________of the department.

 

A. verbal standards

 

B. written directives

 

C. fair labor standards

 

D. implied policies

Definition

B. written directives

Term

"Not having the normal use of mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol, a controlled substance, a drug, a dangerous drug, or any combination of two or more of those substances, or any other substance into the body" is a definition of

 

A. 0.08

 

B. alcoholism

 

C. intoxicated

 

D. DWI

 

E. none of the above

Definition

C. intoxicated

Term

Voluntary intoxication is:

 

A. A perfect defense

B. An affirmative defense

C. A justifiable defense

D. A perfect and a justifiable defense

E. No defense

 

Definition

E. No defense

Term

Time must be devoted to exploring motives, possible omissions, and assessing the truth if ____________.

 

A. You get just the facts

 

B. Justice is to be served

 

C. You are to file charges

 

D. All of the above

Definition

B. Justice is to be served

Term

Of the studies that have been done on law enforcement, most suggest that alcohol and drug abuse is ____________ than in the general population.

 

A. As frequent or more frequent

 

B. Less serious than divorce

 

C. Not a problem in law enforcement

 

D. Less frequent or none at all

Definition

A. As frequent or more frequent

Term

In Texas, Stephen F. Austin employed a militia group to protect the settlers from Indian and bandit raids. this group later became known as

 

A. Texas Department of Public Safety

 

B. Constables

 

C. Texas Rangers

 

D. The "watch and ward" system

Definition

C. Texas Rangers

Term

In a report if you write the information in the order of their occurrence this would be called:

 

A. Categorical

 

B. Coordination

 

C. Concise

 

D. Chronological

Definition

D. Chronological

Term

Daytime means the period beginning one half hour before sunrise and ending one half hour after sunset.

 

A. True

 

B. False

Definition
 

A. True

Term

When two officers are directing traffic at an intersection, the officers should remember:

 

A. One officer should take the “lead role”

 

B. Communication must occur between the two officers

 

C. Coordination between the two officers is important

 

D. All the above should be remembered

Definition

D. All the above should be remembered

Term

A ________ is a writ issued by the judge of a court having jurisdiction of a case after commitment or bail and before trial, or clerk at the direction of the judge, and directed to any peace officer of the State of Texas, commanding him to arrest a person accused of an offense and bring him before the court immediately, or at a term stated in the writ.

 

A. Warrant

 

B. Capias

 

C. Summons

 

D. Subpoena

 

E. Indictment

Definition

B. Capias

Term

According to the Transportation code: "No person shall drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than is ________ and _______ under the circumstances then existing."

 

A. Safe / Cautious

 

B. Reasonable / prudent

 

C. Posted / marked

 

D. Careful / defensive

Definition

B. Reasonable / prudent

Term

A person driving a pickup truck backs up in a parking lot without first looking and collides into another vehicle worth $18,000 causing $1,000 worth of damage.  What offense has occurred?

 

A. Criminal Mischief - Misd. B

 

B. Reckless Damage or Destruction

 

C. None of the above

 

D. Criminal Mischief - Felony

 

E. Criminal Mischief - Misd. A

Definition
 

B. Reckless Damage or Destruction

Term

That portion of a highway improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, exclusive of the berm or shoulder is the ...

 

A. street

B. highway

C. roadway

D. berm-shoulder

E. middle of the pathway

 

Definition
C. roadway
Term

Which of the following is the minimum level of blood-alcohol concentration that defines a person as being under the influence of intoxicating beverages in the state of Texas.

 

A. 0.08

 

B. 0.05

 

C. 0.09

 

D. 0.10

 

E. 1.00

Definition

A. 0.08

Term

According to the traffic code, an operator may not follow closer than __________ feet from a fire apparatus responding to a fire alarm or drive into or park the vehicle in the block where the fire apparatus has stopped to answer a fire alarm.

 

A. 200

 

B. 400

 

C. 500

 

D. 300

Definition

C. 500

Term

The six major categories of drugs does not include:

 

A. allucinogens

 

B. Narcotics

 

C. Stimulants

 

D. Dilutants

Definition

D. Dilutants

Term

A couple is on a date at a party located on a public beach.  The female becomes intoxicated and falls asleep.  The female wakes up to discover her date performing oral sex on her.  She is very upset and calls the police.  What offense has occurred?

 

A. Public Lewdness

 

B. Assault - Contact

 

C. Sexual Assault

 

D. Aggravated Sexual Assault

 

E. None of the above

Definition

C. Sexual Assault

Term

Miranda v. Arizona applies to which amendment?

 

A. Second Amendment

 

B. First Amendment

 

C. Fifth Amendment

 

D. Fourth Amendment

Definition
 

C. Fifth Amendment

Term

One consideration on whether or not to use a baton would be:

 

A. verbal provocation of suspect.

 

B. handcuffed subject.

 

C. the physical stature of the suspect.

 

D. suspect is unarmed.

Definition

C. the physical stature of the suspect.

Term

According to the Transportation Code, an operator moving around a rotary traffic island shall drive only to the ______ of the island.

 

A. right

 

B. left

 

C. inside lane

 

D. outside lane

Definition
 

A. right

Term

Which of the following crimes justifies the use of deadly force to prevent the "imminent commission" of the offense?

 

A. theft during the nighttime

 

B. criminal mischief during the nighttime

 

C. robbery

 

D. burglary

 

E. deadly force is justified in all of the above

Definition

E. deadly force is justified in all of the above

Term

Which of the following is NOT an element of the offense of Burglary?

 

A. Enter or remains concealed

 

B. Without effective consent

 

C. Intended to commit a felony or theft

 

D. Breaking and Entering

 

E. A & C above

Definition

D. Breaking and Entering

Term

Self-control results from the development of __________ in one’s skills.

 

A. Strength

 

B. Persuasion of

 

C. Mastery

 

D. Confidence

Definition

D. Confidence

Term

________ and ______  make up the foundation on which the Wellness Pyramid is built.

 

A. Self-responsibility and stress management

 

B. Smoking cessation and weight control

 

C. Regular exercise and proper nutrition

 

D. Strength and cardiovascular endurance

Definition

C. Regular exercise and proper nutrition

Term

___________ means the mother or the father of a child, but does not include a parent whose parental rights have been terminated.

 

A. guardian

 

B. caretaker

 

C. parent

 

D. custodian

Definition

C. parent

Term

A good structured field sobriety test is simple and _________________.

 

A. Focuses the suspect's attention

 

B. Interrupts the suspect's attention

 

C. Captures the suspect's attention

 

D. Divides the suspect's attention

 

E. Multiplies the suspect's attention

Definition

D. Divides the suspect's attention

Term

A signal of intent to turn right or left when required shall be given continuously during not less than the last _______ feet traveled by the vehicle before turning.

 

A. 300

 

B. 200

 

C. 100

 

D. 50

Definition
 

C. 100

Term

Justification of baton use includes ________.

 

A. reasonable suspicion

 

B. physical stature of offender

 

C. weaponless strategies

 

D. offender's perception

Definition

B. physical stature of offender

Term

The keys to adequate nutrition are balance, variety, and __________?

 

A. Exercise

 

B. No alcohol

 

C. Vegetables

 

D. Moderation

Definition

D. Moderation

Term

A divided, controlled access highway for through traffic is a ........

 

A. Freeway

 

B. Highway

 

C. Street

 

D. Roadway

 

E. Laned roadway

Definition

A. Freeway

Term

A __________________ is a group of words that is only a piece of a complete sentence. Pieces of important information are left out of the sentence.

 

A. Detailed Scheme

 

B. Complete Sentence

 

C. Sentence Fragment

 

D. Sub-Category

Definition

C. Sentence Fragment

Term

"The entire width between the boundary lines of every way publicly maintained when any part thereof is open for public use for purposes of vehicular travel" is:

 

A. A highway

 

B. A street

 

C. A roadway

 

D. A trafficway

 

E. Both a highway and a street

Definition

E. Both a highway and a street

Term

In the traditional police service model, most decisions are made at the management and mid-management level with little _____ involvement.

 

A. citizen

 

B. patrol

 

C. city manager

 

D. specialized unit

Definition

A. citizen

Term

Which of the following are peace officers by the contents of Art. 2.12 and Art. 2.122 of the CCP?

 

A. ATF

 

B. County Attorney

 

C. Water Control & improvement district officers

 

D. FBI

Definition

C. Water Control & improvement district officers

Term

An officer has the potential to reduce the problems and dangers associated with the physical arrest if he/she is _________ with the violator.

 

A. Firm but fair

 

B. Tough

 

C. Condescending

 

D. Bigger and badder

Definition

A. Firm but fair

Term

The Texas Family code defines child as:

 

A. A person who is 10 years or older and under 17 years of age

 

B. A person who is under 17 years of age

 

C. A person who is under 10 years of age

 

D. A person who is 10 years of age or younger and under 17 years of age

 

E. Texas has been unable to define child due to Supreme Court rulings

Definition

A. A person who is 10 years or older and under 17 years of age

Term

Which of the following is a prohibited weapon?

 

A. a knife with a 6 inch blade

 

B. a handgun

 

C. a club

 

D. knuckles

Definition

D. knuckles

Term

Which of these concepts came from European police methods?

 

a. foot patrol
b. Sheriff
c. County
d. all of these

Definition
d. all of these
Term

The “ward” was _______ patrol.

 

a. nighttime
b. daytime
c. 24 hour
d. none of these

Definition
b. daytime
Term

Texas became a free and independent Republic in _______.

 

a. 1935
b. 1836
c. 1824
d. 1823

Definition
b. 1836
Term

The oldest form of Local Policing in Texas, is the…

 

a. City Marshal
b. Texas Ranger
c. County Sheriff
d. Constable

Definition
a. City Marshal
Term

Texas Commission On Law Enforcement Officer Standards And Education was created in…

 

a. 1970
b. 1960
c. 1965
d. 1935

Definition
c. 1965
Term

Who created the Texas Rangers?

 

a. Sam Houston
b. William Travis
c. Stephen F. Austin
d. Homer Garrison

Definition
c. Stephen F. Austin
Term

Traditional police style is…

 

a. reactive

b. proactive

c. interactive

d. non-active

Definition

a. reactive

Term

The earliest form of professionalism came from…

 

a. military

b. religious orders

c. medical society

d. law

Definition

b. religious orders

Term

“The Learned Professions are”;

 

a. divinity, law, military

b. divinity, law, medicine

c. divinity, military, medicine

d. medicine, military, law

Definition

b. divinity, law, medicine

Term

The prime beneficiary of a professional and ethical criminal justice system is the…

 

a. public

b. police

c. department

d. all the above

Definition

a. public

Term

In the study of ethics it is critical to understand that the _______ is as important at the act.

 

a. consequence

b. motive

c. profit

d. belief

Definition

b. motive

Term

“________ involves the expression or use of facts without distortion by personal feelings or prejudices.”

 

a. Subjectivity

b. Prejudice

c. Objectivity

d. Profession

Definition

c. Objectivity

Term

Ethics are a _______ behavior.

 

a. learned

b. inherited

c. basic

d. systematic

Definition

a. learned

Term

Alcoholic beverage contains ________% alcohol.

 

a. ½ of 1%

b. 1%

c. more than ½ of 1%

d. 2% by volume

Definition

c. more than ½ of 1%

Term

Alcoholic beverage handled in violation of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code, is _________.

 

a. illegal beverage

b. prohibited beverage

c. illicit beverage

d. moonshine

Definition

c. illicit beverage

Term

Cocaine is a …

 

a. stimulant

b. depressant

c. narcotic

d. hallucinogenic

Definition

 a. stimulant

Term

Heroin is a…

 

a. stimulant

b. depressant

c. narcotic

d. hallucinogenic

Definition

c. narcotic

Term
Prohibits cruel and unusual punishment...

a. 4th amendment
b. 8th amendment
c. 6th amendment
d. 1st amendment
Definition
b. 8th amendment
Term
Right to a speedy and public trial and right to counsel...

a. 6th amendment
b. 8th amendment
c. 4th amendment
d. 5th amendment
Definition
a. 6th amendment
Term

The only crime found in the Constitution, is ...

 

a. brigandry

b. piracy

c. treason

d. election fraud

Definition

c. treason

Term

Tennessee vs Garner supports the ______ amendment rights.

 

a. 4th

b. 8th

c. 6th

d. 1st

Definition

a. 4th

Term

Miranda vs Arizona supports the _____ amendment rights.

 

a. 4th

b. 5th

c. 8th

d. 1th

Definition

b. 5th

Term

Which amendment in known as the States' Rights Amendment?

 

a. 8th

b. 14th

c. 10th

d. 1st

Definition

c. 10th

Term

Which of the following is a peace officer required by law to arrest, even without a warrant?

 

a. a public drunk

b. a person threatening to commit a law violation

c. a person he has probable cause to believe is violating a protective order in his presence

d. all the above

Definition
c. a person he has probable cause to believe is violating a protective order in his presence
Term

A search warrart shall not issue but upon ____________.

 

a. reasonable suspicion

b. proper cause

c. probable cause

d. proof beyond a reasonable doubt

Definition

c. probable cause

Term

“Probable Cause” to believe a crime has occurred, is occurring or will occur, is required for arrest.

 

a. Aguilar v Texas

b. Brown v Texas

c. Mapp v Ohio

d. Terry v Ohio

Definition

a. Aguilar v Texas

Term

Fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine …

 

a. Mapp v Ohio

b. Wong Sun v U.S.

c. Brown v Texas

d. Aguilar v Texas

Definition

b. Wong Sun v U.S.

Term

Exclusionary rule …

a. Mapp v Ohio

b. Terry v Ohio

c. Aguilar v Texas

d. Brown v Texas

Definition

a. Mapp v Ohio

Term

Exigent circumstances to search motor vehicle.

 

a. Mapp v Ohio

b. Carroll v U.S.

c. Wong Sun v U.S.

d. Aguilar v Texas

Definition

b. Carroll v U.S.

Term

Stop & Frisk…

 

a. Mapp v Ohio

b. Brown v Texas

c. Terry v Ohio

d. Aguilar v Texas

Definition

c. Terry v Ohio

Term

Search incident to lawful arrest in time & place.

 

a. Terry v Ohio

b. Chimel v California

c. Mapp v Ohio

d. Carrol v US

Definition

b. Chimel v California

Term

If a peace officer fails or refuses to execute a legal process he can be fined $_____.

 

a. 10,000.00

b. 200.00

c. 500.00

d. 5,000.00

Definition

b. 200.00

Term

The minimum jail time for 1st offense DWI is…

 

a. 3 days

b. 48 hours

c. 72 hours

d. 24 hours

Definition

c. 72 hours

Term

Minimum jail time for 2nd offense DWI is…

 

a. 15 days

b. 30 days

c. 45 days

d. 60 hours

Definition

b. 30 days

Term

Minimum jail time for 3rd offense DWI is…

 

a. 2 years

b. 60 days

c. 180 days

d. 90 days

Definition

a. 2 years

Term

Which of these could be the source of Secondary Victimization?

 

a. the media

b. the police

c. victim compensation program

d. all of the above

Definition
d. all of the above
Term

Victims of crime need...

 

a. to discuss their fellings

b. to feel safe

c. direction...an indication of what happens next

d. all of the above

Definition
d. all of the above
Term

Victims of crime do Not need...

 

a. help to recover

b. sympathy

c. empathy

d. none of the above

Definition

b. sympathy

Term

"_____ means, under arrest by a peace officer, or under restraint by a public servant, pursuant to a court order".

 

a. restraint

b. custody

c. detention

d. arrest

Definition

b. custody

Term

"_____ means, unauthorized departure from custody or failing to return to custody, following a temporary leave for a specific purpose or limited period, but does not include a violation of conditions of probation or parole"

 

a. fleeing

b. escape

c. absent without leave

d. none of these

Definition

b. escape

Term

"_____ means, force that is intended or known by the actor to cause, or in the manner of its use or intended use, is capable of casing, death or serious bodily injury".

 

a. illegal force

b. unlawful aggression

c. deadly force

d. excessive force

Definition
c. deadly force
Term

The threat of force is justified when the use of force is _____.

a. less than deadly

b. justified

c. reasonable

d. imminent

Definition

b. justified

Term

_____ is not justification, to use deadly force.

a. verbal provocation

b. when the actor consented to the exact force used

c. to resist an unlawful arrest

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

The Supreme Court case that deals with Deadly Force ...

 

a. Kramer v Alabama

b. Tennessee v Garner

c. Terry v Ohio

d. Aguilar v Texas

Definition

b. Tennessee v Garner

Term

"An aggresive act committed by any person, which does not amount to assault, and is necessay to accomplish a legitimate objective", is...

 

a. deadly force

b. force

c. assault by contact

d. none of these

Definition

b. force

Term

Necessary force is the _____ amount of lawful force, sufficient to achieve a legitimate police objective.

a. maximum

b. optimum

c. minimum

d. sufficient

Definition

c. minimum

Term

An approved weapon is a weapon used by a peace officer in the performance of his duties and ...

 

a. apporved by his agency

b. he has received proper training in its use

c. is not full-automatic

d. all the above

e. a and b

Definition
e. a and b
Term

A peace officer may NOT use deadly force...

 

a. to protect another person's life

b. in self defense

c. to prevent a suicide

e. all the above ARE allowed

Definition

c. to prevent a suicide

Term

Which of these is not approved for police use of force?

 

a. open hand

b. chemical device

c. baton, night-stick

d. they're all acceptable

Definition
d. they're all acceptable
Term

To use deadly force to stop an escaping felon, in a penal institution...

 

a. warning must first be given (if feasible)

b. felon must be a threat of serious physical harm to the officer or the public

c. any convicted felon can be shot, trying to escape.

d. a and b

Definition

c. any convicted felon can be shot, trying to escape.

Term

Officer may use deadly force to prevent the imminent commission of ...

 

a. aggravated kidnapping

b. robbery

c. aggravated robbery

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Officer may use deadly force to prevent the imminent commission of...

 

a. arson

b. burglary

c. theft at night

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Officer may NOT use deadly force to prevent a person from fleeing immediately after committing...

 

a. burglary

b. arson

c. aggravated robbery

d. theft at night

Definition

b. arson

Term

Officer may NOT use deadly force to prevent the imminent commission of...

 

a. kidnapping

b. murder

c. robbery

d. all the above

Definition

a. kidnapping

Term

Officer may use deadly force to prevent the imminent commission of but Not stop a person from fleeing after the commission of...

 

a. arson

b. theft at night

c. burglary

d. criminal mischief at night

e. a and d

Definition
e. a and d
Term

"That force that is intended or known by the actor to cause, or in the manner of its use or intended use is capable of causing, death or serious bodily injury", defines...

 

a. aggravated assault

b. force

c. deadly force

d. none of these

Definition

c. deadly force

Term

"The minimum amount of lawful aggression, sufficient to achieve a legitimate law enforcement objective", defines...

 

a. reasonable and unnecessary force

b. necessary and unreasonable force

c. force

d. reasonable and necessary force

Definition
d. reasonable and necessary force
Term

_____ are synonyms for the verb, force.

 

a. compel

b. oblige

c. coerce

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

The police role in a physical arrest is essentially ______.

 

a. aggressive

b. offensive

c. custodial

d. defensive

Definition
d. defensive
Term

"_____ is that degree of influence the officer must exert over the violator, to take him into custody".

 

a. control

b. restraint

c. apprehension

d. none of these

Definition

a. control

Term

"The objective of using control is to elicit _____ from the offender".

 

a. respect

b. cooperation

c. pain

d. none of these

Definition

b. cooperation

Term

Before using force the officer should consider...

 

a. is the suspect armed

b. what crime has he committed

c. is he resisting

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

The proper use of force continuum is...

 

a. verbal, open-hand, intermediate, deadly

b. professional presence, verbal, weapon-less, weapon, deadly force

c. professional presence, weapon-less, baton, chemical, deadly force

d. presence, verbal, weapon, deadly force

Definition

b. professional presence, verbal, weapon-less, weapon, deadly force

Term

When the level of force is less then the offenders' level of resistance, _______ results.

 

a. excessive control

b. ineffective control

c. control

d. none of these

Definition

b. ineffective control

Term

When the level of force is unreasonably greater than the offenders level of resistance, ___ results

 

a. ineffective control

b. control

c. deadly force

d. excessive control

Definition
d. excessive control
Term

Only the _____ amount of force, necessary to effect the arrest, should be used.

 

a. proper

b. maximum

c. minimum

d. immediate

Definition

c. minimum

Term

" ______ % of an officer's duties involve verbal skills".

 

a. 50

b. 35

c. 97

d. 100

Definition

c. 97

Term

A peace officers' use of force must be _____ & appropriate.

 

a. objective

b. selective

c. subjective

d. none of these

Definition

b. selective

Term

The _____ amendment to the U.S. Constitution, limits the level of force used in arrests and search.

 

a. 1st

b. 4th

c. 5th

d. 8th

Definition

b. 4th

Term

Which of these statements is correct?

 

a. the law does not address crime victim’s rights

b. crime victims only have rights in violent crimes

c. how a victim is treated throughout the criminal justice system could determine the outcome of the case

d. crime victims lie when they say they can’t remember

Definition

c. how a victim is treated throughout the criminal justice system could determine the outcome of the case

Term

Victims of crime react to variables. Which of these is not one of them?

 

a. seriousness and nature of the crime

b. cultural background of the victim

c. beliefs of the victim

d. marital status of the victim

Definition
d. marital status of the victim
Term

Which areas of life are impacted by trauma?

 

a. emotional, physical, cognitive, relationships and sexuality

b. stability, disorientation, denial, shock and disbelief

c. attitude, prejudice, judgment, caring, and helpfulness

d. none of these

Definition

a. emotional, physical, cognitive, relationships and sexuality

Term

Which of these is not a physical response to trauma?

 

a. anger

b. fight or flight

c. exhaustion

d. physical shock

Definition

a. anger

Term

The basic elements contained in a victim’s response to crime are…

 

a. denial, outrage, acceptance, calm regression

b. denial, outrage, violation, fear, acceptance

c. denial, outrage, violation, fear, vulnerability

d. none of these

Definition

c. denial, outrage, violation, fear, vulnerability

Term

“An event that is outside the range of usual human experience and that would be markedly distressing to anyone”, defines…

 

a. anxiety

b. traumatic stress

c. trauma

d. stressors

Definition

b. traumatic stress

Term

Signs of regression due to a traumatic event may include…

 

a. signing nursery rhymes

b. assuming a fetal position

c. feeling very weak

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Long term stress or crisis reactions may be exacerbated by the actions of others, and when this occurs, the actions of the others are called…

 

a. secondary stress

b. secondary assault

c. secondary trauma

d. secondary crisis

Definition

b. secondary assault

Term

Which of these are phases of the victim’s reaction to crime?

 

a. impact

b. recoil

c. reorganization

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Immediate victim, secondary victim and service providers are all part of the…

 

a. domino effect

b. ripple effect

c. trickle-down theory

d. none of these

Definition
b. ripple effect
Term

When interviewing a crime victim’s, you should…

 

a. ignore personal bias

b. be aware of personal bias

c. be sensitive to the victim’s needs

d. b and c

Definition
d. b and c
Term

In a death notification, you should not…

 

a. go in person

b. be in uniform

c. take a partner with you

d. give all the explicit details even if it jeopardizes the case

Definition
d. give all the explicit details even if it jeopardizes the case
Term

Which of the following would you not do in a death notification?

 

a. get all medical information about the survivor prior to notification

b. be prepared for shock

c. at least one officer be in uniform

d. call the person on the phone but be polite and understanding

Definition
d. call the person on the phone but be polite and understanding
Term

Death notification should be made to the survivors…

 

a. as soon as possible

b. as soon as the deceased has been identified

c. as soon as the media has been notified

d. as soon as the coroner authorizes it

Definition

b. as soon as the deceased has been identified

Term

The actions of others that cause long-term stress for the victim are called ____ and the feelings of the victim are described as ___.

 

a. secondary assault/ secondary injury

b. secondary victimization/ secondary injury

c. secondary violence/ secondary victimization

d. none of these

Definition

a. secondary assault/ secondary injury

Term

All of the following are persistent symptoms of increased arousal in post-traumatic stress disorder except ____.

 

a. difficulty falling or staying asleep

b. difficulty concentrating

c. irritability or outbursts of anger

d. ambivalence towards danger

Definition
d. ambivalence towards danger
Term

Physical arousal associated with “fight or flight” cannot be sustained; eventually it will result in ____.

 

a. shock

b. denial

c. resentment

d. exhaustion

Definition
d. exhaustion
Term

Which article of the C.C.P. mandates that law enforcement agencies shall ensure that crime victims are granted their rights?

a. 56.02

b. 56.32

c. 17.38

d. 18.16

Definition

a. 56.02

Term

Law enforcement agencies are required by law to provide an officer to serve as ________ to consult with the prosecutor to ensure that crime victims are afforded their rights.

 

a. victim assistance coordinator

b. crime victim liaison

c. victim rights advocate

d. none of these

Definition
b. crime victim liaison
Term

A person who is the victim of sexual assault, kidnapping or aggravated robbery or who has suffered bodily injury or death, as a result of the criminal conduct of another, defines;

 

a. assailant

b. defendant

c. victim

d. plaintiff

Definition

c. victim

Term

A close relative of a deceased victim includes…

 

a. grand parent, uncle, aunt, cousin

b. parent, adult brother/sister, or child

c. foster parents, brother, sister, nephew, cousins

d. all the above

Definition

b. parent, adult brother/sister, or child

Term

Under 56.07 the law enforcement agency is to advise crime victims of their rights when...

 

a. within 10 working days

b. within 10 days

c. at the initial contact or the earliest possible time thereafter

d. before 90 days has lapsed

Definition

c. at the initial contact or the earliest possible time thereafter

Term

Which of these is Not a victim’s right?

 

a. right to police protection

b. right to have the magistrate consider the victim’s safety when setting bail

c. right to compensation under the crime victim’s compensation act

d. they’re all rights of victims

Definition
d. they’re all rights of victims
Term

According to 56.09 which of the following may not be part of the court file?

 

a. address of the victim

b. phone number of the victim

c. name of victim’s employer

d. date of birth of victim

Definition

b. phone number of the victim

Term

A pseudonym form may only be filled out by a victim of the offense of ________.

 

a. murder

b. sexual assault

c. aggravated robbery

d. violent crimes

Definition

b. sexual assault

Term

Victims of criminally injurious conduct are entitled to _________ under the crime victim’s compensation act.

 

a. cash payments for money lost

b. vocational and rehabilitative services

c. counseling services

d. any of these

Definition
d. any of these
Term

Who administers the Crime Victims Compensation Act?

 

a. District Attorney

b. Attorney General

c. Adjutant General

d. County Attorney

Definition

b. Attorney General

Term

Reasonable force can be used to effect an arrest, when the officer has ______.

 

a. probable cause

b. reasonable suspicion

c. mere suspicion

d. cause

Definition

a. probable cause

Term

The prosecutor’s office shall appoint a ___________ to coordinate with the police agency and the victim.

 

a. crime victim liaison

b. victim assistance coordinator

c. paralegal

d. none of these

Definition

b. victim assistance coordinator

Term

To intentionally or knowingly disclose the name, address or phone number of a victim that has filed a pseudonym form on their case, to anyone not assisting in the investigation, prosecution or to any person other than the defendant or his attorney, is an offense of ______.

 

a. Class C misdemeanor

b. State Jail Felony

c. 3rd Degree Felony

d. Class A misdemeanor… 6 months in jail or $500.00 fine

Definition

a. Class C misdemeanor

Term

A juvenile being held prior to adjudication, will be held at a ________.

 

a. juvenile processing office

b. secure correctional facility

c. secure detention facility

d. juvenile detention facility

Definition

c. secure detention facility

Term

Which of the following has a responsibility to intervene to stop police officers engaging in use of excessive force in their presence?

 

a. the Sergeant

b. the Lieutenant

c. senior ranking officer at the scene

d. All personnel present, regardless of rank

Definition
d. All personnel present, regardless of rank
Term

Who does not have to intervene when officers are engaging in excessive force?

 

a. supervisors

b. police officers present, but not making the arrest

c. citizens

d. all must intervene

Definition

c. citizens

Term

Which of these is not part of "weaponless" option?

 

a. handgun

b. wrist lock

c. arm bar

d. pressure point compliance

Definition

a. handgun

Term

After adjudication, a juvenile will be taken to a __________.

 

a. juvenile processing office

b. secure correctional facility

c. secure detention facility

d. juvenile detention facility

Definition

b. secure correctional facility

Term

Which of these is in the Weapons option?

 

a. ASP

b. Stun gun

c. Mace

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

“A child may have been found to have engaged in delinquent conduct or conduct indicating a need for supervision, only after a _________ hearing”.

 

a. certification

b. adjudication

c. detention

d. status offender

Definition

b. adjudication

Term

The court case that deals with "Use of Force Concepts".

 

a. Garrity v New Jersey

b. Aguilar v Texas

c. Terry v Ohio

d. Brown v Texas

Definition

a. Garrity v New Jersey

Term

“When a juvenile court waives its original jurisdiction and transfers the case to the criminal court, this is called a ________ hearing”.

 

a. certification

b. adjudication

c. disposition

Definition

a. certification

Term

If a child is truant 10 or more days in a 6 month period, this is ______.

 

a. delinquent conduct

b. conduct in need of supervision

c. habitual violator

d. not a code violation

Definition

b. conduct in need of supervision

Term

If a juvenile is convicted of a 2nd offense DWI, this is…

 

a. conduct in need of supervision

b. delinquent conduct

c. conduct in need of supervision

d. habitual violator

Definition

b. delinquent conduct

Term

Which of these is not marijuana?

 

a. stalk of the canabis sativa L plant

b. oil and cake made from the seed & canabis sativa L plant

c. resin extract from the canabis sativa L plant

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

What force may be used to make an arrest?

 

a. any force

b. all necessary force

c. no greater force than necessary to effect the arrest

d. whatever it takes

Definition

c. no greater force than necessary to effect the arrest

Term

_____ begins where curtilage ends.

 

a. open fields

b. plain view

c. yard

d. public property

Definition

a. open fields

Term

Open container only serves to enhance a DWI conviction on the _____ offense.

 

a. 1st

b. 2nd

c. 3rd

d. 3rd or subsequent

Definition

a. 1st

Term

Which of the following does not enhance a DWI punishment?

 

a. serious bodily injury

b. bodily injury

c. open container or alcoholic beverage

d. prior convictions 10 years old

Definition

b. bodily injury

Term

1st offense DWI is a _______.

 

a. state jail felony

b. class A misdemeanor

c. class B misdemeanor

d. 3rd degree felony

Definition

c. class B misdemeanor

Term

Intoxication manslaughter is a ______ felony.

 

a. 1st degree

b. 2nd degree

c. 3rd degree

d. state jail

Definition

b. 2nd degree

Term

X enters a garage and takes cash from a motor vehicle in the garage, without consent.

 

a. criminal trespass

b. burglary

c. burglary of a vehicle

d. theft

Definition

b. burglary

Term

X took Y’s Corvette for a drive without the owner’s consent. X returned later with the car and was me by the irate owner and the police.

 

a. theft of motor vehicle

b. burglary of a vehicle

c. unauthorized use of a vehicle

d. unauthorized use of a motor vehicle

Definition

c. unauthorized use of a vehicle

Term

X took Y’s Camaro without his consent, with intent to sell it for cash. This is…

 

a. unauthorized use of a vehicle

b. theft

c. burglary of a vehicle

d. receiving of stolen property

Definition

b. theft

Term

X was arrested for theft and while being booked the jailer discovered a stolen credit card in his possession. X is guilty of…

 

a. theft of credit

b. possession of stolen credit card

c. credit card abuse

d. none of these

Definition

c. credit card abuse

Term

X enters a retail store with intent to steal clothing by hiding garments in a foil lined box he’s carrying. This will prevent the theft detection equipment from detecting the clothing as he leaves. He’s arrested as he exits the store and has 1 $10.00 item in the box. X is guilty of…

 

a. theft under $20.00

b. burglary

c. robbery

d. possession of a shielding device

Definition
d. possession of a shielding device
Term

Crime of violence is any criminal act that results in ______ to a victim.

 

a. bodily injury

b. serious bodily injury

c. personal injury

d. harm

Definition

c. personal injury

Term

An inquest of a deceased person need not be held if…

 

a. he dies in jail

b. dies an unnatural death

c. dies while attended by a physician and cause of death is known.

d. commits suicide

Definition

c. dies while attended by a physician and cause of death is known.

Term

Who may execute a Capias?

 

a. Sheriff or his Deputy

b. Constable & Sheriff

c. Any peace officer

d. Any authorized person

Definition

c. Any peace officer

Term

If a peace officer has a search warrant for stolen cattle, he can only look…

 

a. in the suspect’s barn

b. in the suspect’s clothing

c. in the suspect’s desk drawers

d. in the suspect’s glove box

Definition

a. in the suspect’s barn

Term

Which era began "distancing the police from the citizens"?

a. 1900-1940's

b. 1950-1970's

c. 1980-today

d. prior to 1900

Definition

a. 1900-1940's

Term

In which era did the police become "controlled by radio"?

 

a. 1900-1940's

b. 1950-1970's

c. 1980-today

d. 1990-today

Definition

b. 1950-1970's

Term

The ______ used "proactive" police concepts in the traditional police department.

 

a. patrol division

b. detective division

c. narcotics division and crime prevention units

d. communications division

Definition

c. narcotics division and crime prevention units

Term

The correct whistle signal to Stop traffic is…

 

a. one short blast

b. two long blasts

c. three short blasts

d. one long blast

Definition
d. one long blast
Term

The correct whistle signal for GO is…

 

a. one short blast

b. two short blasts

c. two long blasts

d. three short blasts

Definition

b. two short blasts

Term

The correct whistle signal to warn, indicate turn or slow is…

 

a. one long blast

b. three short blasts

c. two short blasts

d. two long blasts

Definition

b. three short blasts

Term

Protects from unreasonable searches and seizures.

 

a. 4th amendment

b. 8th amendment

c. 6th amendment

 

Definition

a. 4th amendment

Term

Protects from double jeopardy.

 

a. 4th amendment

b. 8th amendment

c. 6th amendment

d. 5th amendment

 

Definition

d. 5th amendment

Term

X threatens Y with imminent bodily injury.

 

a. assault by threat

b. aggravated assault

c. terroristic threat

d. no offense

Definition

 

a. assault by threat

Term

X threatens Y with imminent serious bodily injury.

a. assault

b. aggravated assault

c. terroristic threat

d. no offense

Definition

c. terroristic threat

Term

X intentionally caused the penetration of the female sex organ of a child. X is a male over 3 years older than the child.

 

a. aggravated sexual assault

b. sexual assault

c. indecency with a child

d. deviate sexual intercourse

Definition

b. sexual assault

Term

X engaged in sexual contact with a child under 17, not his spouse. X is more than 3 years older and of the opposite sex.

 

a. sexual assault

b. aggravated sexual assault

c. indecency with a child

d. deviate sexual intercourse

Definition

c. indecency with a child

Term

X intentionally causes the penetration of the sexual organ of a 13 year old child with her consent. X is more than 3 years older and of the opposite sex.

 

a. sexual assault

b. aggravated sexual assault

c. indecency with a child

d. deviate sexual intercourse

Definition

b. aggravated sexual assault

Term

The primary difference between “Interference with child custody” and “Enticing a child” is…

 

a. the actor’s intent

b. culpability

c. violation of a court order

d. age of the child

Definition

c. violation of a court order

Term

X sets a trash fire in his own yard to burn leaves. He leaves it unattended and goes back in the house for a nap. The fire spreads to his neighbor’s fence and burns it down. X is guilty of…

 

a. arson

b. reckless damage

c. criminal mischief

d. no offense

Definition

b. reckless damage

Term

X intentionally destroys his neighbor’s fence, without the neighbor’s consent. X is guilty of…

 

a. criminal mischief

b. reckless damage

c. graffiti

d. arson

Definition

a. criminal mischief

Term

X intentionally spray paints offensive symbols on his neighbor’s fence without his consent. This is…

 

a. criminal mischief

b. reckless damage

c. graffiti

d. a civil matter

Definition

c. graffiti

Term

The difference between Robbery & Theft is…

 

a. amount of property stolen

b. the use of force

c. culpability

d. intent

Definition

b. the use of force

Term

X in attempting to take the purse from a 65 year old woman, knocked her down causing bodily injury and then ran off with her purse. This is…

 

a. theft

b. assault

c. robbery

d. aggravated robbery

Definition
d. aggravated robbery
Term

X removed the gas cap on his neighbor’s car and placed a garden hose in the tank to remove the gas without the owner’s consent. This is…

 

a. theft of gas

b. burglary of a vehicle

c. burglary of a motor vehicle

d. criminal mischief only

Definition

b. burglary of a vehicle

Term

X enters Y’s home, without his consent, with the intent to steal something but was chased off by the family dog before he could commit a theft. This is…

 

a. criminal trespass

b. burglary

c. attempted burglary

d. attempted theft only

Definition

b. burglary

Term

Burglary of a habitation is…

a. a state jail felony

b. a 3rd degree felony

c. a 2nd degree felony

d. a 1st degree felony

 

Definition

c. a 2nd degree felony

Term

Felony possession of Marijuana requires…

 

a. 4 ounces

b. 2 ounces or more

c. any amount

d. over 4 ounces

Definition
d. over 4 ounces
Term

Felony delivery of marijuana requires…

 

a. over 4 ounces

b. over 1 ounce

c. over ¼ ounce

d. any usable amount, packaged for sale

Definition

c. over ¼ ounce

Term

When destroying a dangerous drug a Peace Officer must act in the presence of _______.

 

a. 2 witnesses

b. 1 witness

c. a narcotics agent

d. an agent of the state board of pharmacy

Definition

b. 1 witness

Term

Which of these is Not a “method of drug abuse”?

 

a. injection

b. inhalation

c. ingestion

d. inflection

Definition
d. inflection
Term

Which of the following may not be seized without a warrant?

 

a. illicit beverages

b. vehicle used to transport beverages

c. equipment used to manufacture illicit beverages

d. may seize all the above without a warrant

Definition

b. vehicle used to transport beverages

Term

It is unlawful to consume an alcoholic beverage on a public street, alley or sidewalk within _______ feet of a public school.

 

a. 500

b. 1000

c. 100

d. 50

Definition

b. 1000

Term

In Texas a package liquor store may not operate before ________ or after ________.

 

a. 9am / 10pm

b. noon / 6pm

c. 10am / 9pm

d. 9:30am / 10:30pm

Definition

a. 9am / 10pm

Term

Operator moving around a rotary traffic island __________.

 

a. shall drive to the left

b. shall drive to the right

c. may proceed straight, turn left or right

d. may proceed right or left

Definition

b. shall drive to the right

Term

Operator passing another vehicle shall return to his own lane before an approaching vehicle is within.

 

a. 100 feet

b. 50 feet

c. 200 feet

d. 500 feet

Definition

c. 200 feet

Term

No vehicle shall be driven left of center of roadway within ____ feet of a bridge, viaduct or tunnel.

 

a. 50

b. 500

c. 1000

d. 100

Definition
d. 100
Term

A signal of intent to turn, shall be given continuously for the past _____ traveled prior to the turn.

 

a. 100 feet

b. 50 feet

c. 200 feet

d. 500 feet

Definition

 

a. 100 feet

Term

Tail lights on a motor vehicle _______.

 

a. may be any color between red to amber

b. shall be red

c. shall be amber

d. may be any color between red to yellow

Definition

b. shall be red

Term

Rear turn signal lamps on a motor vehicle ________.

 

a. may be any color between red to amber

b. shall be red

c. shall be amber

d. may be any color between red to yellow

Definition

a. may be any color between red to amber

Term

Window sun screening device is illegal if it has a reflectance of ________.

 

a. 25% or less

b. more than 25%

c. 25% or more

d. 33% or more

Definition

b. more than 25%

Term

Injury to any part of the human body that requires treatment”, is _______.

 

a. bodily injury

b. personal injury

c. serious bodily injury

d. harm

Definition

b. personal injury

Term

Break lights shall emit a _______ light.

a. red

b. red or amber

c. red, amber or yellow

d. amber only

Definition

b. red or amber

Term

Prima facie speed limit in an Urban District is _______.

 

a. 35

b. 45

c. 30

d. whatever the posted speed limit is

Definition
c. 30
Term

The fastest a motorist may drive on a highway in Texas is _______.

 

a. the posted speed limit

b. 70 day time or 65 night

c. whatever speed is reasonable and prudent

d. whatever speed is reasonable and proper at the time

Definition

c. whatever speed is reasonable and prudent

Term

When parking on a two-way roadway, the right hand wheels of the vehicle shall be within _____ of the right hand curb.

 

a. 18 feet

b. 18 inches

c. 8 inches

d. 2 feet

Definition

b. 18 inches

Term

Which of these window sun screening colors is not illegal?

 

a. brown

b. red

c. amber

d. blue

Definition

a. brown

Term

Prima facie speed limit on a public beach is ___ mph.

a. 30

b. 25

c. 15

d. 35

Definition
c. 15
Term

Prima facie speed limit in an Alley is ____.

 

a. 15 mph

b. 25 mph

c. 30 mph

d. 35 mph

Definition

 

a. 15 mph

Term

The shoulder of a highway was designed for ______.

 

a. parking

b. passing on the right

c. changing flat tires

d. b or c

Definition

 

a. parking

Term

4 way hazard lamps shall be visible ________.

 

a. 500 feet in daylight

b. 1000 feet at night

c. 200 feet at all times

d. 50 feet at all times

Definition

a. 500 feet in daylight

Term

A person may not operate an open bed truck with a child under the age of ___ in the open bed.

 

a. 12

b. 17

c. 18

d. 21

Definition

c. 18

Term

It is illegal to park within ____ feet of a fire hydrant.

 

a. 15

b. 50

c. 100

d. 75

Definition

a. 15

Term

Operator of a vehicle shall stop at a railroad grad crossing when an approaching train sounds its whistle within _____ of the crossing.

 

a. 1 mile

b. 1500 feet

c. 1000 feet

d. 500 feet

Definition

b. 1500 feet

Term

A roadway assigned a number by the State of U.S. is a (an) _________.

 

a. freeway

b. interstate highway

c. arterial street

d. highway

Definition

c. arterial street

Term

“A vehicle not designed or used primarily to transport persons or property and only incidentally operated on a highway”, defines…

 

a. towable recreation vehicle

b. special mobile equipment

c. implement of husbandry

d. electric bicycle

Definition

b. special mobile equipment

Term

“A motor vehicle designed to accommodate 10 or fewer passengers”, defines…

 

a. truck

b. buss

c. passenger car

d. light truck

Definition

c. passenger car

Term

“A motor vehicle designed primarily to transport property”, defines…

 

a. truck

b. buss

c. passenger car

d. motorcycle

Definition

a. truck

Term

You must dim your headlights before an approaching vehicle is within ____ feet.

 

a. 300

b. 500

c. 200

d. 100

Definition

b. 500

Term

A “no passing zone” prohibits ________.

 

a. passing another vehicle in that zone

b. passing anything in that zone

c. driving left of center of the roadway or of the pavement striping in that zone

d. passing on the right within the zone

Definition

c. driving left of center of the roadway or of the pavement striping in that zone

Term

Which of these Traffic Control Devices does not require a driver to yield?

 

a. stop sign

b. yield sign

c. flashing red signal

d. flashing yellow signal

Definition
d. flashing yellow signal
Term

Window sunscreening device is illegal if the light transmission is _____.

 

a. 33% or more

b. more than 25%

c. less than 25%

d. less than 35%

Definition

c. less than 25%

Term

Which tactics are used to ensure good interpersonal communication?

 

a. posturing

b. gesturing

c. listening

d. all the above

Definition

d. all the above

Term

Temporarily suspending judgment so you can hear what is being said, is…

 

a. listening

b. positioning

c. posturing

d. none of these

Definition

a. listening

Term

In an arrest where use of force is necessary, the officer may use ______ behavior.

 

a. assertive

b. aggressive

c. passive

d. reinforcing

Definition

b. aggressive

Term

Which of these is not necessary in a police report?

 

a. verify an offense occurred

b. I.D. the victim, suspect, witnesses

c. I.D. place, date and time, of offense

d. All are required

Definition
d. All are required
Term

Arrangement of data in a police report in the order of occurrence, is called _____ order.

 

a. chronological

b. categorical

c. hypothetical

d. none of these

Definition

a. chronological

Term

Which of these is not a type of police report?

 

a. Arrest report

b. Incident report

c. Offense report

d. Supplemental report

e. They’re all types of reports

Definition
e. They’re all types of reports
Term

________ are brief notations concerning specific events and circumstances that are made while fresh in the officer’s mind.

 

a. pocket file

b. offense report

c. field notes

d. answer not listed

Definition

c. field notes

Term

When interviewing witnesses at the scene, you should...

 

a. not be concerned with obtaining suspect description

b. arrest them and place them in the patrol car

c. allow the witnesses to corroborate their stories with each other

d. allow witnesses to tell their own story, the ask pertinent questions

Definition
d. allow witnesses to tell their own story, the ask pertinent questions
Term

A(n) ________ is the questioning of a person who is believed to possess knowledge that is of official interest to the investigation.

 

a. interview

b. interrogation

c. inquisition

d. none of these

Definition

a. interview

Term

Miranda warning requires the subject be advised of his/her right to…

 

a. have counsel appointed if they cannot afford counsel

b. remain silent

c. terminate the interview at any time

d. all are correct

Definition
d. all are correct
Term

The most effective technique for an officer to recall past events is to…

 

a. commit everything to memory

b. jot everything down on slips of paper

c. use an individualized shorthand

d. answer not listed

Definition
d. answer not listed
Term

Note taking serves what purpose?

 

a. provides background information to interrogate a suspect

b. assists the officer to prepare a better report

c. aids in recollection of events more accurately and completely

d. all are correct

Definition
d. all are correct
Term

The extent of notes taken for any one incident will be determined by the individual officer and …

 

a. the officer’s supervisor

b. the officer’s partner

c. the particular assignment

d. the prosecutor

Definition

c. the particular assignment

Term

The majority of notes will result from …

 

a. suspects

b. interviews

c. supervisors

d. opinion statements

Definition

b. interviews

Term

Notes aid in…

 

a. accurate testimony

b. investigation

c. interrogation

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

The best type of field note book is the…

 

a. loose leaf in binder

b. spiral

c. scrap book

d. none of these

Definition

b. spiral

Term

In taking notes if a mistake is made the officer should…

 

a. use “white out” and erase the error

b. ink over the mistake so it is not legible then correct it adjacent to the error

c. draw a line through the error, so it’s still legible, then correct the error next to it or above it

d. either a or b

Definition

c. draw a line through the error, so it’s still legible, then correct the error next to it or above it

Term

Which of the below should not be in the field note book.

 

a. personal notes or memos not pertaining to investigation

b. opinion comments related to the investigation

c. doodles or drawings made in margins

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

“A police officer or a citizen requesting an emergency response from public safety personnel to an emergency event involving, but not limited to, a life threatening occurrence or accident, criminal activity or breach of the peace”, defines…

 

a. emergency

b. emergency event

c. emergency communication

d. emergency request

Definition

c. emergency communication

Term

FCC rule 90, states “assigned frequencies can only be used for”…

 

a. permissible purposes

b. in a permissible manner

c. by persons with authority to operate such equipment

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Which of these is prohibited communication?

 

a. false, fraudulent distress signals

b. obscene, indecent and profane language

c. using unassigned call signal

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Officer should not transmit when…

 

a. advised to stand by

b. during a declared emergency to in-progress call

c. traffic is superfluous and no bearing on unit availability

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

In “ten-codes”, 10-_____ means, “Help me, quick”.

 

a. 9

b. 18

c. 30

d. 33

Definition
d. 33
Term

In “ten-codes”, 10-_____ means, “Registration check on license plate”.

 

a. 22

b. 29

c. 27

d. 28

Definition
d. 28
Term

In “ten-codes”, 10-_____ means, “Drivers License search”.

 

a. 28

b. 27

c. 29

d. 30

Definition

b. 27

Term

SCF would be pronounced “__________” on the radio.

 

a. Sierra Charley Foxtrot

b. Samuel Clip-Clop Foxx

c. Sam Charles Fred

d. Sam Charles Frank

Definition
d. Sam Charles Frank
Term

Which of these is important in police radio transmission?

 

a. enunciation

b. phonetic alphabet

c. rate and volume of speech

d. all the above

Definition
d. all the above
Term

Community Policing addresses the causes and reduces the fear of ________.

 

a. crime

b. vigilantism

c. social disorder

d. both a and c

Definition
d. both a and c
Term

Which of the following is not a typical reason for errors in reasoning?

 

a. fails to observe and use all relevant facts

b. fails to approach the problem systematically

c. fails to jump to conclusions

d. fails to spell out relations fully

Definition

c. fails to jump to conclusions

Term

In the SARA model the first A stands for _______.

 

a. analysis

b. assessment

c. assemble facts

d. analogue

Definition

a. analysis

Term

In the SARA model the R stands for _______.

 

a. review

b. response

c. revise

d. repeat

Definition

b. response

Term

The “Crime Triangle” provides an easy way to explain the _____ stage of SARA.

 

a. analysis

b. assessment

c. situation

d. review

Definition

a. analysis

Term

In the Crime Triangle there are ____ elements.

a. 4

b. 3

c. 2

d. 5

Definition

b. 3

Term

Which of these is not one of the elements of the Crime Triangle?

 

a. sitting duck

b. ravenous wolf

c. den of iniquity

d. den of thieves

Definition
d. den of thieves
Term

A problem oriented police agency is best described as _____.

 

a. inactive

b. reactive

c. proactive

d. active

Definition

c. proactive

Term

Refusing a gratuity or refusing to participate in a cover-up, is examples of …

 

a. courage

b. moral courage

c. physical courage

d. ethical behavior

Definition

b. moral courage

Term

The model of communication which emhasizes "feedback" between sender and receive

r.

a. interactive

b. linear

c. transactional

d. a and c

Definition
d. a and c
Term

In the linear communication model, the method of communication (verbal/non-verbal) is...

 

a. message

b. encoding

c. decoding

d. sending

Definition

b. encoding

Term

A hearing loss is an example of _____ noise, in environmental communication.

 

a. physiological

b. psychological

c. external

d. internal

Definition

b. psychological

Term

What percent of communication is based on the tone used?

 

a. 60%

b. 33-40%

c. 7-10%

d. 45-50%

Definition

b. 33-40%

Term

What barrier to communication is based upon our background, needs and experience?

 

a. nonverbal signs

b. selective perception

c. filtering

d. none of these

Definition

b. selective perception

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