325 Questions Flashcards
1
Q
A Schedule 5 drug is
A
Codeine
2
Q
A Schedule 1 drug is
A
Heroin
3
Q
How many people does it take to be considered a gang?
A
Three
4
Q
Cruel and unusual punishment (ex: Beating a prisoner in custody or denying medical
attention) is a violation of what Amendment?
A
8th Amendment
5
Q
Excessive use of force, deadly force, unreasonable searches and seizures are a violation
of what Amendment?
A
4th Amendment
6
Q
Coerced confessions and lack of protection from self-incrimination are violations of
what Amendment?
A
5th Amendment
7
Q
During a traffic crash investigation, first responding officer(s) should?
A
Search from area of impact out
8. A person over 21 years
8
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A person over 21 years old is considered an
A
Adult
9
Q
What type of detention is non-criminal and physically unrestricting?
A
Shelter
10
Q
When handcuffing a subject, how should the object comply?
A
Hands behind back and
palms out
11
Q
When conducting community policing strategies, officers should (hint: SARA Model)
A
Scan, Analyze, Respond and Assess
12
Q
Which case law refers to reading a subject his/her rights before an interrogation?
A
Miranda v Arizona
13
Q
Barbiturates are listed under which drug schedule?
A
Schedule II
14
Q
Felony theft is stolen property valued over
A
$500
15
Q
If a family member strangles someone during a domestic incident causing great bodily
harm, the charge should be
A
Aggravated Domestic Battery
16
Q
True or False: It is okay to patronize a person with mental illness.
A
False
17
Q
Reasonable Cause is required for
A
Mandatory Reporting
18
Q
Animal Cruelty Act is
A
Torture, prolonged, ongoing, extreme pain
19
Q
Juvenile charged with possession of alcohol is placed in
A
No offense
20
Q
What type of bond cannot be used during a traffic stop?
A
What type of bond cannot be used during a traffic stop?
21
Q
What is not necessary for investigating a traffic crash?
A
Mirandizing
22
Q
Discharging a firearm recklessly is
A
Reckless discharge of a firearm
23
Q
What is the best way to verify a subject’s vehicle registration?
A
VIN
24
Q
How is the owner of vehicle identified?
A
Plate and VIN
25
Homeland Security was founded in
2002
26
What are the reasons for maintaining proper field notes?
All of the above (A. Court
Statements, B. Think; C. Accuracy)
27
What crime is committed when a child is lured away from school by a parent/family
member and is later reported missing?
Parent/family abduction
28
If an officer arrests a juvenile and recovers a gun from his waistband, the officer should
Make a reasonable attempt to notify the parents/guardian
29
True or False: Any object from a crime and/or stolen property is called fruits of the
crime
True
30
True or False: Service calls are non-criminal calls
True
31
No vehicle can be legally driven without
Rear brake lights
32
IL applies the Exclusionary Rule to the violation of the
Illinois State Constitution
33
_______________ is limited to location, size and shape of object.
Search Warrant
34
The purpose of performing a search after an impound is to:
Protect property and
contraband
35
True or False: You can use deadly force in the form of a chokehold to retrieve evidence
False
36
True or False: During vehicle stops, the responding unit should park offset to the left of
the subject’s vehicle, 3 ft. to the left and 10-15 ft. to the rear
True
37
Who should be contacted to verify a suspended license?
Secretary of State
38
True or False: Secretary of State (SOS) and Law Enforcement (LE) agencies can handle
Marriage/Divorce Records.
False
39
What is NOT a factor when determining a citation?
Age and Gender
40
An inchoate offense is
Attempt
41
A person who is not elected but has a position due to influence
Informal Leader
42
If a victim of sexual assault pauses when giving a statement, the officer(s) should
Wait
43
What is an example of an Expressive crowd?
Picket Line
44
An Aggressive crowd can be considered a
Mob
45
When using flares, they should be placed
All around the vehicle
46
A civil wrong that can be considered negligence is
Tort
47
What is the time limit for prosecuting a Felony/Misdemeanor?
3 Years/18 Months
48
What can an officer frisk a subject in question?
Reasonable Suspicion
49
When searching large areas, which method should be used?
Zone Search (Quadrant)
50
Which location is considered high risk for a vehicle stop?
Curve in the street
51
True or False: When fingerprinting, you should use ink sparingly
True
52
An officer is not liable for emergency medical care unless it’s willful and wanton
misconduct under which Act
Good Samaritan Act
53
True or False: A field search is a type of search
False
54
Which one is not a legal privilege in court?
Sibling
55
True or False: Brachial Stun is an actual striking technique
True
56
What are the 4 Pillars of Procedural Justice?
Fairness, Voice, Transparency and Impartiality
57
Define Fairness
Be respectful
58
Define Voice
Listen
59
Define Transparency
Trustworthiness
60
Define Impartiality
Unbiased decision making
61
Chain of Evidence is
Record of evidence
62
The deterrence mindset includes
D. All of the above (A. Fear of consequences, B.
Sanctions; C. Threat of sanctions)
63
Type of baton strike
Thigh strike
64
Intent that an offense may be committed and actions which constitutes a step toward
commission of the offense is
Attempt
65
The method of operation (crime pattern) is
Modus Operandi
66
A traffic stop must provide the officer with
Safety zone
67
A rough sketch should be
Drawn at the scene
68
True or False: Reasonable belief is a person concerned, acting as a reasonable person.
True
69
Knowingly enters or remains in a building without authority and with intent to commit
theft
Burglary
70
When someone takes property from a person with force
Robbery
71
Intentionally or knowingly causes bodily harm to a person, makes physical contact or an
insulting or provoking nature
Battery
72
Parts of a mob that gives in to the influence of others
Yielders
73
Separating parties, listening to both sides of a dispute and proposing a solution are acts
of
Mediation
74
Body of the crime
Corpus Delicti
75
Secondhand testimony that is inadmissible in court
Hearsay
76
Requires that physical evidence seized in violation of the fourth amendment and federal
statue to be excluded as direct proof in court
Exclusionary Rule
77
A court order issued by a judge to search property
Search warrant
78
Information necessary to justify an arrest (4th Amendment)
Probable Cause
79
Information necessary to conduct a temporary detention
Reasonable suspicion
80
If someone stays in a dwelling to commit a theft or a felony
Residential burglary
81
Which case law refers to unreasonable searches and seizures (4th Amendment)?
Terry
v Ohio
82
The unjust, prejudicial treatment of people/things based on race, age, sex or religion is
Discrimination
83
True or False: A person who is a danger to himself, others or is a public safety risk may be allowed to conceal and carry a firearm.
False
84
To detain someone without legal authority is
Unlawful restraint
85
Rule 14 or perjury is
Lying under oath
86
A written order issued by a court which commands a person to appear in court
(notification by mail) is a
Summons
87
A written request issued by a police officer (in person or given by a ticket) is a:
Notice
to appear
88
Written permission required from a Commander, must have an officer of the same sex
and must be out of view is a
Strip search
89
Two types of Force
Deadly and Non-deadly
90
Non-Deadly Force includes
E. All of the above (A. Fists, B. Feet, C. Impact Weapons; D.
Chemical weapons)
91
Force likely to cause death or great bodily harm
D. Both A and C (A. Baton head strike, warning shots; C. Hitting head on pavement)
92
Reasonable force equals
Minimum amount
93
The Legitimacy mindset is defined as
D. All of the above (A. Right thing to do, B. Valuebased; C. Because police have the right
94
A Priority 3 dispatch call requires the responding officer(s) to:
Drive normally and
observe vehicle(s) leaving area
95
Who is responsible for the removal of debris after a traffic crash?
Wrecker
96
Death investigations are handled by the
Detective
97
True or False: There is no such thing as a verbal citation
True
98
While monitoring a traffic violation, an officer should
99
If an officer notices an obstructed roadway, the officer should notify:
C. Both A and B
(A. Request repair to roadway; B. Direct traffic until clear)
100
What are the limitations of evidence photography?
C. Both A and B (A. Limited lack of depth; B. Distance)
101
The finished drawing to scale is called
Diagram
102
Graham v Connor relates to which amendment
Fourth Amendment
103
Procedure for conducting preliminary investigation for a suicide attempt
Both A and B (A. Assess current condition of victim; B. Note method of attempt)
104
Uses of a crime lab report
E. All of the above (A. Establishing a suspect, B. Eliminating a subject, C. Strengthen a case; D. Linkage with other cases)
105
Anything illegal: prohibited weapons, gambling device and/or counterfeit money is
called
Contraband
106
While collecting information from a traffic stop, an officer should make subjective
determination about the violator’s
Race
107
What conditions affect fingerprinting?
Lifting
108
Required for legible prints
Fingerprint complete upper digit past joint
109
True or False: Many victims respond differently to sexual assault.
True
110
Freely given agreement to the act of sexual penetration or sexual conduct
Consent
111
If you do not have reasonable accommodation for a deaf person you pulled over, you
violate
American Disabilities Act
112
Rules for interrogation
D. All of the above (A. Should be in private area without distraction, B. Unfamiliar to suspect; C. No obstacle between suspect and interviewer)
113
When providing information to families, it is required to
D. All of the above (A. Inform
only of charges, B. Inform about legal proceedings; C. Provide private info only if necessary)
114
How do you keep blood evidence?
Paper bag (porous material)
115
When taking prints, condition of prints is affected by
Surface
116
Non-striking areas with baton
D. All of the above (A. Head, B. Kidney; C. Groin)
117
Noble Cause can lead to
Noble Cause Corruption
118
Established a clear distinction between right and wrong is called
Morals
119
Established principles of right behavior that serve as guides to an individual and group
actions
Ethics
120
When approaching an individual with a mental disability, you should
All of the above
(A. Approach in a non-threatening manner, B. Turn off lights and sirens; C. Limit
physical control)
121
What is the difference between critical incident and traumatic evidence?
Critical incident involves large amounts of people
122
War and sexual assault victims can experience
PTSD
123
Necessary for officer wellness
All of the above (A. Sleep, B. Physical fitness, C. Healthy eating; D. Social support)
124
How can you define community/neighborhood?
All of the above (A. Geographic
boundaries, B. Shared interest, C. Common issue/concern; D. Demographic boundaries)
125
During the traffic crash investigation, you should keep all witnesses
Separate
126
Brass knuckles, club, baton are examples of
Impact weapon
127
A hearing where the court formally charges the abuser with a crime is called
Arraignment
128
What happens after an arraignment?
All of the above (A. Charged, B. Dismissed, C. Plead guilty; D. Trial)
129
Attitudes and beliefs we have about a person or group on a conscious level of their race,
gender, age is called
Explicit bias
130
Attitudes or stereotypes that affect our understanding, actions and decisions in a
subconscious manner is called
Implicit bias
131
Unjust or prejudicial treatment is called
Discrimination
132
What is the difference between a line up and a show up?
Line ups are done off scene
133
When fingerprinting, you should position subject
At the angle off to the right side of the inking place, 2 to 3 ft. from the print table
134
Major types of stress related to police work
All of the above (A. Danger factors leading to stress, B. Social factors leading to stress, C. Agency and career demands; D. Personal and family factors)
135
Techniques for controlling stress:
E. All of the above (A. Psychological techniques, B.
Physical treatment, C. Stress management; D. Stress situation)
136
When recording statements, you should
D. All of the above (A. Separate witnesses, B. Obtain ID; C. Interview at the earliest possible time)
137
Disorder involving intense sexual arousing, urges
Paraphilic
138
An attitude or state of mind characterized by a general distrust of other’s motives may
have a general lack of faith or hope in the human species
Cynicism
139
Circumstances in which other law enforcement agencies need to be informed
All of the above (A. Crimes using similar modus operandi, B. Info on crimes that may be new
to area; C. Info on crimes committed in other jurisdictions)
140
Impact: One of the core principles of the Fourth Amendment is that police cannot stop and detail people without
C. Both A and B (A. Probable Cause; B. Reasonable
suspicion
141
Type of exercise when an officer bike rides to work every day
Integrated exercise
142
Target Profiles are compiled based on
D. All of the above (A. Residence, associates, B.
Hobbies, habits; C. Job, vehicle(s)
143
How to communicate with people with mental illness
All of the above (A. Calm
friendly attitude, B. Do not support hallucinations, C. Do not become personally
involved; D. Use de-escalation technique)
144
How to trace a vehicle registration
All of the above (Use partial license & Assistance
by S.O.S)
145
True or False: An officer can be held liable in criminal and civil court when he/she
knowingly exercises excessive use of force
True
146
True or False: The burden of proof for a criminal conviction is beyond a reasonable doubt.
True
147
Temporary care of a minor alleged to be or has been an adjudicated delinquent is called
Detention
148
True or False: An arrest warrant can be executed anywhere in the state
True
149
What are elements to consider when evaluating an Order of Protection
Both A and B
(A. Valid order signed and legal; B. Probable Cause to believe order has been violated)
150
What does an officer experience when he/she begins to see everything in a slow
motion?
Perceptual distortion
151
What to include in the traffic crash report?
Both A and B (A. Facts about the
accident; B. Witness info)
152
A mother gains full custody of a child and the father takes the child. This is called
Child abduction
153
What is not a threat to officer wellness?
Moderating eating styles
154
What do you tell a victim of sexual assault?
If a sexual assault occurred within the past (7) days, encourage the victim to have a sexual assault medical forensic
examination
155
What is not a traffic violation?
Parent directing traffic in school zone
156
True or False: The main goal in the community is to gain positive community policing.
True
157
Joint manipulation “joint lock
Soft empty hand control techniques
158
How should an officer keep notes?
Chronologically
159
What force is used during the emergency takedown ground defense?
Empty hand
techniques
160
True or False: Pressure points = empty hand techniques.
True
161
Identify leaders within a community
Positional Leader and Informal Leader
162
According to police community relations, what are the major functions of the police?
Public Service, Order Maintenance, Law Enforcement and Public Safety
163
What does the 6th Amendment include?
Speedy Trial, Public Trial, Impartial Jury,
Informed of Pending Charges, Right to Legal Counsel (Gideon v Wainwright, U.S. v
Wade; Gilbert v California)
164
What are the forcible felonies (MAACK BART)?
Murder (1st and 2nd Degree), Aggravated Battery w/GBH, Aggravated Battery Permanent Disability Disfigurement, Criminal Sexual Assault/Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault, Kidnapping/Aggravated Kidnapping,
Burglary/Residential Burglary, Arson/Aggravated Arson, Robbery and Treason
165
Define Attempt:
Does any act which constitutes a substantial step towards the
commission of an offense.
166
Define Identification Procedures
Methods by which police procure physical evidence
to link a suspect to a crime.
167
Explain the Live Line Up procedure:
A group of people are viewed by a witness, must be done off site of an incident at a station and must have a minimum number of (3) non-suspect fillers.
168
Define Legitimacy:
Public’s belief that authorities have the right to set and enforce rules governing behavior and is reflected by compliance.
169
What should an officer not do when testifying?
Speculate an answer if uncertain about the correct response.
170
Who can give consent to a search and/or seizure?
A person with a reasonable
expectation of privacy (Ex: Landlord cannot give police consent to search a tenant’s
apartment).
171
Can consent be withdrawn at any time?
Yes
172
When can parties of a traffic accident exchange information?
When damage has an
estimated value of $1500 or less.
173
What are the levels in the force continuum?
Level 1 = Officer Presence, Level 2 = Verbal Commands, Level 3 = Soft Techniques, Level 4 = Hard Techniques and Level 5 =Deadly
Force
174
Extra-legal issues to be considered in deciding to use force?
The Proximity of
Bystanders
175
How do you handle concerned onlookers?
State reason for arrest and where the suspect is being taken.
176
What is Rule 551?
Mandatory appearance is required for not having insurance, having
a suspended license and for Type B accidents.
177
If a child is not wearing a seat belt and is between the ages of 8-16, what law is violated
and what are the repercussions?
Violation of Child Safety Act and result is A Notice to
Appear in Court
178
Under the Abandon Newborn Protection Act, where can a newborn be taken?
Any hospital, fire station or police station.
179
What are reasons why a person cannot get a driver’s license?
Delinquent on child
support payments, providing unreliable documents and showing up to the Secretary
of State under the influence during the application process.
180
Name some situations where a Tort Liability may arise:
False arrest/imprisonment,
punitive striking of detainee, excessive use of force, illegal search and seizure and
motor vehicle collision.
181
What violations give grounds for probable cause to impound a vehicle?
DUI, Traffic Hazard, Abandoned Vehicle and Hit & Run.
182
What is the process of inked fingerprinting?
Examine, clean and dry subject’s hands
183
What is the process for fingerprinting an arrestee with a defect/deformity?
Attach a second fingerprint card containing only prints for the defect/deformed/amputated
finger and make a notation in the empty box.
184
What are secondary effects of a hate crime?
Rejection from family and lack of support from community.
185
What is a hate crime?
Motivation of a crime is sex, gender, religion, ancestry and
sexual orientation.
186
What should be included on a rough sketch of a crime scene?
Case identifier, specific
location, the names of those present at the scene, the name of the victim, the date,
the time and the name of preparer, weather conditions, evidence, lighting conditions,
key or legend, type of offense and measurements.
187
What is the Dying Declaration factor?
Person who gives dying declaration. For it to be
admissible, he/she must believe that they are going to die.
188
When conducting intelligence activities under law, the activities are legally permissible
so long as
It is Official Investigations Only and Private Information Must Be Protected.
189
When tracking a person in the snow or mud, an officer must use
A single lead officer who is cautious.
190
Why should an officer maintain a safe distance from a scene?
To better observe it and
to allow for a better reaction time.
191
What is a benefit of social media for police?
To increase police legitimacy.
192
What is Direct Evidence?
Proves material facts without resorting to inferences from
other facts (in-car camera recording; clear evidence of a fact).
193
Types of Crowds
Casual – Shopping center, Cohesive – Sporting event and Expressive – Picket Lines, Aggressive – Ordinary people coming together because of strong feelings about some issue and show a unity
194
Types of Mobs
Aggressive – Lynch mobs, Escape – Driven by overwhelming fear,
Acquisitive – Riot turns into looting and Expressive – Rivalry between crowd member
195
What information is necessary to complete a citation
Name, DOB, Address, Vehicle
make/year/color, Offense Committed, Location of Offense, Court Date w/location and
time, Bond Received (copy must be forwarded within 48 hours to Circuit Court Clerk).
196
What are Bond alternatives?
Driver’s License, Cash (done at station), Bond Card in lieu
of DL, I-Bond, Notice to Appear (yellow slip) and Promise to Comply (non-residential).
197
What is the “EDWARDS” rule?
If a suspect asks for an attorney, the interview MUST
cease
198
Criminal behavior against elderly?
Financial Exploitation
199
Indicators of physical abuse towards elderly
Physical Considerations and Behavioral Considerations
200
In regard to report writing
Include the 5 W’s (Who, What, When, Where, Why and How)
201
Control and Arrest Tactics
Evaluate Situation, Number of Suspects and Number of
Officers
202
Need for report writing
Seriousness of Complaint, Unusual Circumstances and Officer Liability
203
How is a witness impeached?
Prior Criminal Convictions, Physical Disability, Inconsistent Statements and Bias.
204
Missing Persons Categories
Catastrophic Missing, Dependent Adult (Mental
limitation), Lost, Parent Family Abduction, Runaway, Stranger Abduction, Suspicious
Circumstances, Unknown and Voluntary Missing Adult
205
What is the bi product from more police community relations
More nice, formal contact with community.
206
Classifications of Mental Illness Disorders
Affective (depression), Anxiety (PTSD trauma), Psychotic (Schizophrenia), Personality (Antisocial), Substance Abuse
(Comorbidity) and Paraphilic (not a mental disorder).
207
When dealing with a rape victim when possible try to:
Accommodate the victim’s wish
to include a support person (i.e. rape crisis advocate).
208
From Driving School, “SET” stands for:
Smoothness, Expand field of view, and Think
209
At what angle should an officer hold his/her firearm while searching?
At a 45-degree angle
210
Who can possess marijuana with a medical stating they are allowed?
None of the above
(test has firefighter, police officer and military).
211
The minimum probation time for a First-Time Offender for Cannabis Act is
24 months.
212
When can you drive and possess liquor in a vehicle?
As a passenger on a Charter Bus
(test has the limo driver – not allowed alcohol)
213
Which vehicle does not need to be registered with the State of Illinois?
A Trolley with
electric lines.
214
Who has the responsibility to notify another jurisdiction of a crime?
Telecommunications.
215
True or False: Homeland Security has jurisdiction over highways
False
