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CTE Exam Flashcards

1
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what is the highest court in the U.S.

A

the supreme court

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2
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where must a license plate be attached on a vehicle in Utah?

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One in the front and the other on the rear

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3
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what is the statute of limitations on an infraction

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one year

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4
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what is the illegal blood alcohol limit in Utah

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.05%

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5
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under what age are acts considered delinquent

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between the ages of ten and 18

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6
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what are the 3 basic fingerprint patterns

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loops, whorls, and arches

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7
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what is the Greek word for police

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polis

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8
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what must you do if an officer asks for your help while making an arrest

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assist them

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9
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what Utah agency receives criminal statistics and sends them to the F.B.I.

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B.C.I. (bureau of criminal investigation)

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10
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which agency was the first police agency in the U.S.

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U.S.>

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11
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what crime is committed if a person intentionally defaces

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auto stripping

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12
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what are the 3 components of the CJ system?

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Corrections, court, law enforcement (is not private security)

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13
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what are 2 rights that Miranda gives you

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rights to a lawyer, right to remain silent

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14
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what branch of government determines guilt and innocence

A

judicial

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15
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what crime has been committed when a fight occurs

A

disorderly conduct

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16
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what does MO mean

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it stand for Modus Operandi. method of operation

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17
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how many service hours must an officer complete yearly to remain certified

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40 hours

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18
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who is the founder of modern police principles

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Sir Robert Peel

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19
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what is the definition of reckless driving

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driving with the willful without disregard for persons and property

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20
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how old must you be to be a police officer in utah

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21

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21
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what traffic law can not be enforced on private property

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speedy. you can not speed

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22
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what right does the 6th amendment guarantee

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the right to a speedy and public trial

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23
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approximately what percentage of crime is reported

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50%-60%

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24
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what is the primary purpose of a police reported

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add in the investigation preserve information so it helps you remember what you did at the crime scene, and record actions

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25
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what branch of government makes the law

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legislative branch

26
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what is the responsive time goal for an police officer during an emergency call

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3-5 min

27
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at what time does an interview turn into an interrogation

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when they are no longer free to leave

28
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what are the 4 elements of an arrest

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  1. intent
  2. understand
  3. authority
  4. subjection
29
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when may a citizen perform a citizen’s arrest

A

when a public offense is happening in their presence

30
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what crime has been committed when someone takes anything of value from another person by force or threat

A

robbery / larceny

31
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what is the 1st priority of a police officer upon arriving at a traffic accident

A

render first add, and to secure the seen

32
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what is the average reaction time in regard to driving emergencies

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3/4 or 0.7 to 3 sec

33
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what are the basic patrol tactics that focus on community relations

A

community relations

34
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what is one of the things police can do according to the 4th amendment

A

conduct a reasonable search

35
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what should an officer do when searching for evidence

A

use one of the search patterns

36
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when can a body cavity be searched

A

a search warrant, and it needs to say searching body cavities

37
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how are most traffic offenses classified

A

as a class C misdemeanor

38
Q

which actions are not ethical for police while off duty

A

disclosing confidential information

39
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which law enforcement unit investigates allegations of improper conduct by an officer

A

internal affairs

40
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what is the legal paper charging someone with a crime

A

indictment or information

41
Q

what can a defendant gain in a plea bargain

A

lesser charge, lighter sentenced, and getting everything over with quickly

42
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the primary function of the utah supreme court is to hear appeals on what types of cases

A

cases of first degree and capital felony convictions from the distinct court

43
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what is a primary challenge

A

a defendant or lawyer’s objection to a proposed juror, made without needing to give a reason

44
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who is a defendant allowed to talk to and the conversation is confidential

A

they can talk to their lawyer, spouse, clergy, and the doctor

45
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In Utah, who confirms the nomination of a potential judge named by the government?

A

the utah senate

46
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Who can represent a defendent during trial?

A

Your child

47
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Under what situation may a search be conducted under exigent circumstances?

A

Life threatening emergency

48
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What is considered a domestic disturbance?

A

Someone that has lived together. Two people that have had a child together. Girlfriend assaults boyfriend in front of daughter.

49
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What type of information CANNOT be used when determining probable cause?

A

Extrasensory perception ( a fortune teller )

50
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Which are factors that influence choices in police activity.

A

Policy, and the law

51
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What do adult probation and parole (AP&P) prepare for the judge before sentencing?

A

Precintent report

52
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What is the term for the release of a prisoner before their prison term is completed?

A

Jail brake

53
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What is the term for an inmate performing day-to-day duties ina jail or prison?

A

Trustees

54
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What are the legal rights of a prison inmate?

A

The eighth Amendment prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment.

  1. Interviews with the media
  2. Secured mail from legal counsel
  3. Due process
  4. Access to three showers per week
55
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Under what age are acts considered delinquent?

A

18

56
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Which constitutional right has not been extended to juveniles?

A

Trial by jury

57
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What does the term “In Loco Parentis Mean”?

A

In the place of parents

58
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What does the term “Parens Patrie” mean?

A

Parents for the state

59
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What are 3 status offenses?

A

Truancy, running away from home, violating curfew, underage use of alcohol, and general ungovernability.

60
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What are the two types of delinquent acts?

A

Overt and covert delinquency

Criminal Justice (2 decks)

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