8. BPOC Exam 4 (150Q) Flashcards
Question 2 of 150 - BPOC 01 Professionalism & Ethics
The ethical role is performed by being _______ in personal behavior and in functioning as a representative of the criminal justice system.
objective
impartial
neutral
ethical
All of these
None of these
All of these
Review: BPOC (1.4) The ethical role is performed by being objective, impartial, neutral and ethical in personal behavior and in functioning as a representative of the criminal justice system.
Question 4 of 150 - BPOC 02 Professional Policing
Most of the workload of patrol officers and detectives consists of handling crimes that have already been committed, disturbances in progress, traffic violations, and such. Exceptions include crime prevention and narcotics investigations.
Incident driven
Use of the criminal justice system
Use of aggregate statistics
Lack of community and employee involvement in the decision making process Most decisions are made at the management and mid-management level with little citizen
Citizen and employee expectations
Reactive response
Reactive response
Review: BPOC (2.5) Reactive response: Most of the workload of patrol officers and detectives consists of handling crimes that have already been committed, disturbances in progress, traffic violations, and such. Exceptions include crime prevention and narcotics investigations.
Question 11 of 150 - BPOC 05 Multiculturalism and Human Relations
____________ is a way of thinking and acting based on tradition; i.e., learned behavior passed down from one generation to another.
Ethnicity
Race
Attitude
Culture
Culture
Review: BPOC (5.1) Culture - a way of thinking and acting based on tradition; i.e., learned behavior passed down from one generation to another.
Question 20 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
A person who removes a $450 price tag from a retail item, replaces it with a $200 price tag and pays the lower price has committed the offense of ____________________.
securing execution of document by deception
false statement to obtain property or credit
fraudulent destruction, removal, or concealment of writing
misapplication of fiduciary property
fraudulent destruction, removal, or concealment of writing
Review: TPC (32.47)(a) FRAUDULENT DESTRUCTION, REMOVAL, OR CONCEALMENT OF WRITING. A person commits an offense if, with intent to defraud or harm another, he destroys, removes, conceals, alters, substitutes, or otherwise impairs the verity, legibility, or availability of a writing, other than a governmental record.
Question 21 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
A religious group is vigorously protesting at a local abortion clinic. One of the protestors, a very large woman lies down in front of the entrance to the clinic and refuses to leave even after the clinic personnel ask her to do so. The police arrive and arrest her for ______________.
Criminal Trespass
Disorderly Conduct
none listed
Obstructing a Passageway
Obstructing a Passageway
Review: TPC (42.03)(a)(1-2) OBSTRUCTING HIGHWAY OR OTHER PASSAGEWAY. A person commits an offense if, without legal privilege or authority, he intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly: (1) obstructs a highway, street, sidewalk, railway, waterway, elevator, aisle, hallway, entrance, or exit to which the public or a substantial group of the public has access, or any other place used for the passage of persons, vehicles, or conveyances, regardless of the means of creating the obstruction and whether the obstruction arises from his acts alone or from his acts and the acts of others; or (2) disobeys a reasonable request or order to move issued by a person the actor knows to be or is informed is a peace officer, a fireman, or a person with authority to control the use of the premises:
Question 22 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
A person commits ”______________” if he is in possession of a burning tobacco product or smokes tobacco in a facility of a public primary or secondary school, an elevator, enclosed theater, movie house, library, museum, hospital, transit system bus, intrastate bus, plane, or train which is a public place.
Official Misconduct
Disorderly Conduct
Smoking Tobacco
Smoking Tobacco
Prohibited Use of a Tobacco Product
Review: TPC (48.01)(a-1) SMOKING TOBACCO. (a-1) A person commits an offense if the person is in possession of a burning tobacco product, smokes tobacco, or operates an e-cigarette in a facility of a public primary or secondary school or an elevator, enclosed theater or movie house, library, museum, hospital, transit system bus, intrastate bus, plane, or train which is a public place.
Question 27 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
A person commits the offense of “Theft” if they __________ appropriate property with intent to deprive the owner of the property.
by accident
unlawfully
willingly
knowingly
unlawfully
Review: TPC (31.03)(a) THEFT. A person commits an offense if he unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner of property.
Question 30 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
Farmer Jones intentionally carries his shotgun into the local polling place on the day of the presidential elections. He has committed the offense of __________________.
Unlawful Carrying Weapons
Places Weapons Prohibited
Prohibited Weapons
Unlawful Possession of Firearm
Places Weapons Prohibited
Review: TPC (46.03) PLACES WEAPONS PROHIBITED. (a) A person commits an offense if the person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly possesses or goes with a firearm, location-restricted knife, club, or prohibited weapon listed in Section 46.05(a): (1) on the physical premises of a school or educational institution, any grounds or building on which an activity sponsored by a school or educational institution is being conducted, or a passenger transportation vehicle of a school or educational institution, whether the school or educational institution is public or private, unless:
Question 31 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
A person observes a murder taking place and fails to report the crime to the police. What offense has the person committed if any? (Note: the person is in no danger of harm)
no crime since the man was not actually involved in the criminal act
Deadly Conduct
Murder
Failure to Report a Felony
Failure to Report a Felony
Review: TPC (38.171)(a)(1) FAILURE TO REPORT FELONY. A person commits an offense if the person: (1) observes the commission of a felony under circumstances in which a reasonable person would believe that an offense had been committed in which serious bodily injury or death may have resulted;
Question 33 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
An individual adjudged guilty of a felony of the third degree shall be punished by imprisonment in the institutional division for any term of not more than
10 years or less than 5 years.
10 years or less than 1 year.
10 years or less than 3 years.
10 years or less than 2 years.
10 years or less than 2 years.
Review: TPC (12.34)(a) THIRD DEGREE FELONY PUNISHMENT. An individual adjudged guilty of a felony of the third degree shall be punished by imprisonment in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for any term of not more than 10 years or less than 2 years.
Question 34 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
INDECENT EXPOSURE. A person commits an offense if he exposes his anus or any part of his genitals with intent to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person, and he is reckless about whether another is present who will be offended or alarmed by his act.
3rd Degree Felony
Class B Misdemeanor
State Jail Felony
Class A Misdemeanor
Review: TPC (21.08)(a)(b) INDECENT EXPOSURE. A person commits an offense if he exposes his anus or any part of his genitals with intent to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person, and he is reckless about whether another is present who will be offended or alarmed by his act. An offense under this section is a Class B misdemeanor.
Class B Misdemeanor
Review: TPC (21.08)(a)(b) INDECENT EXPOSURE. A person commits an offense if he exposes his anus or any part of his genitals with intent to arouse or gratify the sexual desire of any person, and he is reckless about whether another is present who will be offended or alarmed by his act. An offense under this section is a Class B misdemeanor.
Question 35 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
What offense is committed when a person threatens to harm another, by an unlawful act, on account of their service as a witness or public servant?
tampering
Witness intimidation
official depression
jury fixing
obstruction or retaliation
obstruction or retaliation
Review: TPC (36.06)(a)(1)(a) OBSTRUCTION OR RETALIATION. A person commits an offense if the person intentionally or knowingly harms or threatens to harm another by an unlawful act: (1) in retaliation for or on account of the service or status of another as a: (A) public servant, witness, prospective witness, or informant;
Question 36 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
The major difference between “Theft” and “Robbery” is
the value of the property taken
there is no difference
the force used
the location of the offense
Review: TPC (31.03)(a) THEFT. A person commits an offense if he unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner of property. TPC (29.02)(a)(1-2) ROBBERY. A person commits an offense if, in the course of committing theft as defined in Chapter 31 and with intent to obtain or maintain control of the property, he: (1) intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another; or (2) intentionally or knowingly threatens or places another in fear of imminent bodily injury or death.
the force used
Review: TPC (31.03)(a) THEFT. A person commits an offense if he unlawfully appropriates property with intent to deprive the owner of property. TPC (29.02)(a)(1-2) ROBBERY. A person commits an offense if, in the course of committing theft as defined in Chapter 31 and with intent to obtain or maintain control of the property, he: (1) intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another; or (2) intentionally or knowingly threatens or places another in fear of imminent bodily injury or death.
Question 37 of 150 - BPOC 08 Penal Code
A person who, in the course of committing theft, intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another, or places another in fear of imminent bodily injury or death. Of the following offenses, which is the most serious that the person could be charged?
Manslaughter
Robbery
Assault
Aggravated robbery
Robbery
Review: TPC (29.02)(a)(1-2) ROBBERY. A person commits an offense if, in the course of committing theft as defined in Chapter 31 and with intent to obtain or maintain control of the property, he: (1) intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another; or (2) intentionally or knowingly threatens or places another in fear of imminent bodily injury or death.
Question 47 of 150 - BPOC 10 Arrest, Search & Seizure
Which of the following cases strengthens Terry V. Ohio?
Baity v. State
Armstrong v. State
Minnesota V. Dickerson
Katz v. Ohio
Minnesota V. Dickerson
Question 56 of 150 - BPOC 10 Arrest, Search & Seizure
The case law which allows for categories of evidence for which a search may be conducted may be found in:
Chimel v. California, 395 U.S. 752(1969)
Carroll v. U.S., U.S. 132 (1925)
Katz v. U.S., 389 U.S., 347 (1967)
U.S. v. Robinson, 414 U.S. 218(1973)
Katz v. U.S., 389 U.S., 347 (1967)
Question 58 of 150 - BPOC 10 Arrest, Search & Seizure
Who may, without a warrant, arrest an offender when the offense is committed in his presence or within his view, if the offense is one classed as a felony or an offense against the public peace?
Only a peace officer
Only a magistrate
Only a private citizen
A peace officer or any other person
A peace officer or any other person
Review: CCP (14.01) OFFENSE WITHIN VIEW. (a) A peace officer or any other person, may, without a warrant, arrest an offender when the offense is committed in his presence or within his view, if the offense is one classed as a felony or as an offense against the public peace.
Question 66 of 150 - BPOC 13 Consular Notification
Which of the following is not an objective of patrol?
Using unmarked units for general patrol
Regulating noncriminal conduct
Preventing crime
Preserving the peace
Suppressing crime
Using unmarked units for general patrol
Review: BPOC (35.1) Objectives of Patrol: To preserve the peace by mere presence and by proper action. (CCP 2.13) To prevent crime by opportunity reduction; duty to prevent. (CCP 6.06, 6.07) To suppress crime by timely response to crimes in progress and by properly investigating offenses. (CCP 6.05, 6.06) To apprehend suspects. To regulate non-criminal conduct by obtaining and maintaining good officer – citizen relationships to protect life and property (CCP 6.07)
Question 68 of 150 - BPOC 13 Consular Notification
(TEC Sec.37.123) A person commits the offense of “_____________” if the person, alone or in concert with others intentionally engages in disruptive activity on the campus or property of any private or public school.
None listed
Disruption of Classes
School Terrorism
Disruptive activities
Disruptive activities
Review: TEC (37.123) DISRUPTIVE ACTIVITIES. (a) A person commits an offense if the person, alone or in concert with others, intentionally engages in disruptive activity on the campus or property of any private or public school.
Question 69 of 150 - BPOC 13 Consular Notification
What is the importance of patrol?
protection
service and protection
all listed
observation and protection
observation
service
Review: BPOC (35.1) Importance of Patrol: Protection: prevention of crime is the soundest of all criminological theories. Service: to the community of which each peace officer is a part.
service and protection
Review: BPOC (35.1) Importance of Patrol: Protection: prevention of crime is the soundest of all criminological theories. Service: to the community of which each peace officer is a part.
Question 71 of 150 - BPOC 14 Civil Process
A writ issued from a court of competent jurisdiction to another court to command performance of a specific duty which a person is entitled to have performed.
Writ of Execution
Writ of Garnishment
Writ of Habeas Corpus
Writ of Mandamus
Writ of Possession
None of these
Writ of Mandamus
Question 72 of 150 - BPOC 14 Civil Process
A Writ of Reentry is to be delivered to:
Landlord
Landlord’s management company
Landlord’s on-premises manager
Landlord’s rent collector
All of these
None of these
All of these
Question 74 of 150 - BPOC 14 Civil Process
A writ authorizing seizure of a commercial or agricultural (non-residential) tenant’s personal property because the tenant owes back rent.
Distress Warrant
Capias
Restraining Order/Injunction
None of these
Distress Warrant
Question 78 of 150 - BPOC 14 Civil Process
Under Penal Code 38.15, it is a __________________________ if a person with criminal negligence interrupts, disrupts, impedes, or otherwise interferes with a peace officer while the peace officer is performing a duty or exercising authority imposed or granted by law.
None of these
State Jail Felony
Class C misdemeanor
Class B misdemeanor
Class B misdemeanor
Review: PC (38.15) INTERFERENCE WITH PUBLIC DUTIES. (a) A person commits an offense if the person with criminal negligence interrupts, disrupts, impedes, or otherwise interferes with: (1) a peace officer while the peace officer is performing a duty or exercising authority imposed or granted by law; b) An offense under this section is a Class B misdemeanor.
Question 82 of 150 - BPOC 15 Health and Safety Code
A person that intentionally delivers 2,000 lbs. or less but more than 50 pounds of marijuana has committed a/an _____________________.
1st Degree Felony
State Jail Felony
2nd Degree Felony
Class “A” Misdemeanor
1st Degree Felony
Review: HSC (481.120)(b)(5) OFFENSE: DELIVERY OF MARIHUANA. A felony of the first degree if the amount of marihuana delivered is 2,000 pounds or less but more than 50 pounds;
Question 86 of 150 - BPOC 16 Alcoholic Beverage Code
A peace officer who makes a false report involving the seizure of illicit beverages commits a __________punishable by confinement in the penitentiary for not less than two years and not more than five years.
civil violation
Class A Misdemeanor
misdemeanor
felony
felony
Review: TABC (103.03) SEIZURE OF ILLICIT BEVERAGES, ETC. A peace officer may seize without a warrant: (1) any illicit beverage, its container, and its packaging; (2) any vehicle, including an aircraft or watercraft, used to transport an illicit beverage; (3) any equipment designed for use in or used in manufacturing an illicit beverage; or (4) any material to be used in manufacturing an illicit beverage.
Question 96 of 150 - BPOC 18 Missing & Exploited Children
Upset with a proposed property tax, Grant abducts the mayor to “talk to him”. After holding him for two hours and seeing the foolishness in his action, Grant returns the mayor to his home. Grant has committed a ________________ and given the evidence will be charge with ________________.
Kidnapping, Second Degree Felony
Kidnapping, First Degree Felony
Aggravated Kidnapping, First Degree Felony
Aggravated Kidnapping, Second Degree Felony
Aggravated Kidnapping, Second Degree Felony
Review: TPC (20.04) AGGRAVATED KIDNAPPING. (a) A person commits an offense if he intentionally or knowingly abducts another person with the intent to: (1) hold him for ransom or reward; (2) use him as a shield or hostage; (3) facilitate the commission of a felony or the flight after the attempt or commission of a felony; (4) inflict bodily injury on him or violate or abuse him sexually; (5) terrorize him or a third person; or (6) interfere with the performance of any governmental or political function. (b) A person commits an offense if the person intentionally or knowingly abducts another person and uses or exhibits a deadly weapon during the commission of the offense. (c) Except as provided by Subsection (d), an offense under this section is a felony of the first degree. (d) At the punishment stage of a trial, the defendant may raise the issue as to whether he voluntarily released the victim in a safe place. If the defendant proves the issue in the affirmative by a preponderance of the evidence, the offense is a felony of the second degree.
Question 106 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
According to the Transportation Code, “crosswalks” exist at __________ even though they may not be marked.
street crossings
alleyways
middle of streets
intersections
intersections
Review: TC (541.302) TRAFFIC AREAS. (2) “Crosswalk” means: (A) the portion of a roadway, including an intersection, designated as a pedestrian crossing by surface markings, including lines; or (B) the portion of a roadway at an intersection that is within the connections of the lateral lines of the sidewalks on opposite sides of the highway measured from the curbs or, in the absence of curbs, from the edges of the traversable roadway.
Question 119 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
Bobby is driving his vehicle on a two lane-two way roadway approaching an intersecting two lane-two way roadway. He is facing a steady red signal alone. After slowing down, Bobby makes a right turn onto the two lane-two way roadway. Providing there is no other information, Bobby may be cited with?
failure to stop at red signal
right turn on red no stop
improper right turn
disregard red light
Review: TC (544.007)
disregard red light
TRAFFIC-CONTROL SIGNALS IN GENERAL. (g) This section applies to an official traffic-control signal placed and maintained at a place other than an intersection, except for a provision that by its nature cannot apply. A required stop shall be made at a sign or marking on the pavement indicating where the stop shall be made. In the absence of such a sign or marking, the stop shall be made at the signal.
Question 120 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
Which of the following is required to obtain a valid certificate of registration from the Department of Transportation for a vehicle?
A Texas resident operating a motor home on the public roadway.
A farmer who owns property on both sides of a public highway and uses the highway to cross from one section of land to the other.
None listed
A farm trailer with a gross weight not exceeding 4,000 pounds.
A Texas resident operating a motor home on the public roadway.
Review: TC (501.022) MOTOR VEHICLE TITLE REQUIRED. (a) The owner of a motor vehicle registered in this state: (2) may not operate or permit the operation of the vehicle on a public highway until the owner: (A) applies for title and registration for the vehicle; or (B) obtains a receipt evidencing title for registration purposes only under Section 501.029.
Question 125 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
Bobby is driving his motor vehicle upon a public roadway during the time of day that lighted lamps are required. Lighted lamps are required to be displayed:
From darkness to daylight.
One half hour after sunset to a half-hour after sunrise.
One quarter hour after sunset to one quarter hour before sunrise.
One half hour before sunset to a half-hour before sunrise.
One half hour after sunset to a half-hour before sunrise.
Review: TC (541.401)
One half hour after sunset to a half-hour before sunrise.
Review: TC (541.401)
MISCELLANEOUS TERMS. In this subtitle: (5) “Nighttime” means the period beginning one-half hour after sunset and ending one-half hour before sunrise.
Question 127 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
Under which of the following circumstances may a vehicle stand momentarily to pick up passengers?
On a sidewalk.
On the roadway side of a vehicle that is parked at a curb.
In front of a public driveway.
On a crosswalk.
On a railroad track.
In front of a public driveway.
Review: TC (545.302)
STOPPING, STANDING, OR PARKING PROHIBITED IN CERTAIN PLACES. (b) An operator may not, except momentarily to pick up or discharge a passenger, stand or park an occupied or unoccupied vehicle: (1) in front of a public or private driveway;
Question 132 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash
Investigations
Michelle is operating her vehicle in the extreme left lane on a three lane one way roadway facing a steady red signal alone and is preparing to turn left on to a four lane one way roadway. Providing there are not signs prohibiting left turns, Michelle may?
Turn left after stopping yielding right-of-way vehicles and pedestrians lawfully within an adjacent crosswalk.
Turn left after yielding to all vehicular traffic and pedestrians lawfully within the intersection.
Turn left after stopping until the intersection may be entered safely, yielding right-of-way to pedestrians within an adjacent crosswalk and other traffic lawfully using the intersection.
Turn left after standing until the intersection may be entered safely, yielding right-of-way to pedestrians within an adjacent crosswalk and other traffic wfully using intersection.
Turn left after stopping until the intersection may be entered safely, yielding right-of-way to pedestrians within an adjacent crosswalk and other traffic lawfully using the intersection.
Review: TC (545.101) TURNING AT INTERSECTION. (d) To turn left, an operator who is approaching an intersection having a roadway designated for one-way traffic and for which signs are posted from a roadway designated for one-way traffic and for which signs are posted shall make the turn as closely as practicable to the left-hand curb or edge of the roadway.
Question 134 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
The term “vehicle” under the traffic laws does not include
railroad train operated on rails.
passenger car.
motorcycle.
bicycle.
railroad train operated on rails.
Review: TC (541.201) VEHICLES. (23) “Vehicle” means a device that can be used to transport or draw persons or property on a highway. The term does not include: (A) a device exclusively used on stationary rails or tracks;
Question 141 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
Which of the following is not a question the investigating officer should ask an operator during the post collision interview?
All listed are proper questions the investigator might ask the driver.
Can you tell me what happened?
What were you doing at the moment you realized you were in trouble?
Exactly what did you do, if anything, to avoid the accident?
Exactly where were you when you first saw the other car?
All listed are proper questions the investigator might ask the driver.
Review: BPOC (22.33) Interviewing procedures Obtain ID of all persons operating vehicles, injured, witnesses, and property owners Separate parties, interview each separately Gather information from witnesses as to their location at the time of the crash and their observations Upon approach to vehicles after ascertaining and taking care of any injuries, ask who was operating each vehicle involved at time of crash; obtain driver’s license Injured operator of vehicles, locate driver’s license
Question 143 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
An arrested traffic violator may be released on his promise to appear if the
the offense is a misdemeanor
violator is not taken before a magistrate
violator signs the promise
all are correct
Review: TC (543.005) PROMISE TO APPEAR; RELEASE. To secure release, the person arrested must make a written promise to appear in court by signing the written notice prepared by the arresting officer. The signature may be obtained on a duplicate form or on an electronic device capable of creating a copy of the signed notice. The arresting officer shall retain the paper or electronic original of the notice and deliver the copy of the notice to the person arrested. The officer shall then promptly release the person from custody.
all are correct
Review: TC (543.005) PROMISE TO APPEAR; RELEASE. To secure release, the person arrested must make a written promise to appear in court by signing the written notice prepared by the arresting officer. The signature may be obtained on a duplicate form or on an electronic device capable of creating a copy of the signed notice. The arresting officer shall retain the paper or electronic original of the notice and deliver the copy of the notice to the person arrested. The officer shall then promptly release the person from custody.
Question 151 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
A vehicle is stalled in your lane of traffic. If it is safe, you may pass on
neither the left or the right.
either the left or the right.
the right.
the left.
the right.
Review: TC (545.057) PASSING TO THE RIGHT. (a) An operator may pass to the right of another vehicle only if conditions permit safely passing to the right and: (1) the vehicle being passed is making or about to make a left turn; and (2) the operator is: (A) on a highway having unobstructed pavement not occupied by parked vehicles and sufficient width for two or more lines of moving vehicles in each direction; or (B) on a one-way street or on a roadway having traffic restricted to one direction of movement and the roadway is free from obstructions and wide enough for two or more lines of moving vehicles.
Question 152 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
If a driver hits a mailbox and causes damage to the vehicle exceeding $1,000, the operator is required to
do all listed
leave a message on the damaged mailbox stating his or her name, address, and vehicle registration information if the owner cannot be located.
notify the police agency, sheriff, or nearest office of the DPS immediately or by the quickest means of communication.
report the damage to the owner of the mailbox.
do none listed
do all listed
Review: TC (550.025) DUTY ON STRIKING STRUCTURE, FIXTURE, OR HIGHWAY LANDSCAPING. (a) The operator of a vehicle involved in an accident resulting only in damage to a structure adjacent to a highway or a fixture or landscaping legally on or adjacent to a highway shall: (1) take reasonable steps to locate and notify the owner or person in charge of the property of the accident and of the operator’s name and address and the registration number of the vehicle the operator was driving; and (2) if requested and available, show the operator’s driver’s license to the owner or person in charge of the property.
Question 156 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
An operator may not cross a _______________ without stopping the vehicle.
None listed
All listed
residential entrance
parking lot
sidewalk
All listed
Review: TC (545.423) CROSSING PROPERTY. (a) An operator may not cross a sidewalk or drive through a driveway, parking lot, or business or residential entrance without stopping the vehicle.
Question 160 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
Which of the following groups or persons does not come under the jurisdiction of the Transportation Code while upon a roadway?
Motor vehicles
A person riding an animal
A person riding a bicycle
A motor driven cycle
None listed
None listed
Review: TC (542.001) VEHICLES ON HIGHWAYS. A provision of this subtitle relating to the operation of a vehicle applies only to the operation of a vehicle on a highway unless the provision specifically applies to a different place.
Question 163 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
In completing traffic citations for an accident, officers should
cite the citation as “collision by _____________ indicating the violation that directly caused the collision.
include all violations on the citation.
arrest the operators in each accident and take the parties before a magistrate.
never issue “no license” citations, because the accident report is also a complaint.
cite the citation as “collision by _____________ indicating the violation that directly caused the collision.
Question 169 of 150 - BPOC 22 Traffic Code and Crash Investigations
Under which of the following situations may a person pass on the right of another vehicle?
Under no circumstances.
When vehicle ahead is turning left and it is safe to do so.
When the person ahead is traveling 10 miles under the speed limit.
By driving off the main traveled portion of the highway.
Review: TC (545.057) PASSING TO THE RIGHT. (a) An operator may pass to the right of another vehicle only if conditions permit safely passing to the right and: (1) the vehicle being passed is making or about to make a left turn;
When vehicle ahead is turning left and it is safe to do so.
Review: TC (545.057) PASSING TO THE RIGHT. (a) An operator may pass to the right of another vehicle only if conditions permit safely passing to the right and: (1) the vehicle being passed is making or about to make a left turn;
Question 183 of 150 - BPOC 32 Criminal Investigations
“Wet evidence” such as ____________ must be allowed to dry before packaging to prevent rotting. It should be packaged in a paper bag to avoid purification.
None listed
hair, bloodstains, mud
semen stains, fingerprints, bloodstains
bloodstains, semen stains, mud
Review: BPOC (32.41) Packaging: Wet evidence, such as bloodstains, semen stains, mud and such, must be allowed to dry before packaging to prevent rotting
bloodstains, semen stains, mud
Review: BPOC (32.41) Packaging: Wet evidence, such as bloodstains, semen stains, mud and such, must be allowed to dry before packaging to prevent rotting
Question 186 of 150 - BPOC 32 Criminal Investigations
Which of the following would be considered to be a “goal” of criminal investigation?
to legally gather evidence that identifies the suspect
to determine if a crime has been committed
to recover stolen property
all are goals of criminal investigation
to determine if a crime has been committed
Review: BPOC (32.3) The ultimate goal of any criminal investigation is to determine, to the extent possible, the truth about how a crime occurred. The goals are: To determine if a crime has been committed. To legally obtain information and evidence to identify the person(s) responsible for committing the crime. To legally arrest the suspect(s). To recover any and all stolen property. To present the best case possible to the prosecutor.
Question 192 of 150 - BPOC 34 Professional Police Driving
Which of the following is not a skill that the police driver should develop?
The steering wheel shuffle
The hand-over-hand method of turning a vehicle
Maximum braking
Fender judgment
The hand-over-hand method of turning a vehicle
Question 194 of 150 - BPOC 34 Professional Police Driving
Which of the following factors of vehicle speed does not affect the vehicle’s capabilities?
Feet per second that vehicles travel at various mph.
Effect of speed upon “stopping distance”.
Effect of speed upon turning movements.
Effect of speed on seat belt reliability.
Effect of speed on seat belt reliability.
Question 197 of 150 - BPOC 36 Radio Communications
According to the Texas Disaster Act, all requests for assistance must be channeled through the proper civil authority to the Governor via ___________________.
FEMA
EPA
Texas Department of Public Safety
County Judge
None of these
All of these
Clarify
County Judge/TX DPS
Question 200 of 150 - BPOC 36 Radio Communications
According to the Texas Disaster Act, all requests for assistance must be channeled through the proper civil authority to the Governor via ___________________.
FEMA
EPA
Texas Department of Public Safety
County Judge
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Question 215 of 150 - BPOC 41 Firearms
What is the minimum number of rounds and distance fired from a rifle during a proficiency firearms course?
25 rounds/75 yards
10 rounds/50 yards
20 rounds/100 yards
15 rounds/150 yards
20 rounds/100 yards
