CTE Exam Flashcards
what is the highest court in the U.S.
the supreme court
where must a license plate be attached on a vehicle in Utah?
One in the front and the other on the rear
what is the statute of limitations on an infraction
one year
what is the illegal blood alcohol limit in Utah
.05%
under what age are acts considered delinquent
between the ages of ten and 18
what are the 3 basic fingerprint patterns
loops, whorls, and arches
what is the Greek word for police
polis
what must you do if an officer asks for your help while making an arrest
assist them
what Utah agency receives criminal statistics and sends them to the F.B.I.
B.C.I. (bureau of criminal investigation)
which agency was the first police agency in the U.S.
U.S.>
what crime is committed if a person intentionally defaces
auto stripping
what are the 3 components of the CJ system?
Corrections, court, law enforcement (is not private security)
what are 2 rights that Miranda gives you
rights to a lawyer, right to remain silent
what branch of government determines guilt and innocence
judicial
what crime has been committed when a fight occurs
disorderly conduct
what does MO mean
it stand for Modus Operandi. method of operation
how many service hours must an officer complete yearly to remain certified
40 hours
who is the founder of modern police principles
Sir Robert Peel
what is the definition of reckless driving
driving with the willful without disregard for persons and property
how old must you be to be a police officer in utah
21
what traffic law can not be enforced on private property
speedy. you can not speed
what right does the 6th amendment guarantee
the right to a speedy and public trial
approximately what percentage of crime is reported
50%-60%
what is the primary purpose of a police reported
add in the investigation preserve information so it helps you remember what you did at the crime scene, and record actions
what branch of government makes the law
legislative branch
what is the responsive time goal for an police officer during an emergency call
3-5 min
at what time does an interview turn into an interrogation
when they are no longer free to leave
what are the 4 elements of an arrest
- intent
- understand
- authority
- subjection
when may a citizen perform a citizen’s arrest
when a public offense is happening in their presence
what crime has been committed when someone takes anything of value from another person by force or threat
robbery / larceny
what is the 1st priority of a police officer upon arriving at a traffic accident
render first add, and to secure the seen
what is the average reaction time in regard to driving emergencies
3/4 or 0.7 to 3 sec
what are the basic patrol tactics that focus on community relations
community relations
what is one of the things police can do according to the 4th amendment
conduct a reasonable search
what should an officer do when searching for evidence
use one of the search patterns
when can a body cavity be searched
a search warrant, and it needs to say searching body cavities
how are most traffic offenses classified
as a class C misdemeanor
which actions are not ethical for police while off duty
disclosing confidential information
which law enforcement unit investigates allegations of improper conduct by an officer
internal affairs
what is the legal paper charging someone with a crime
indictment or information
what can a defendant gain in a plea bargain
lesser charge, lighter sentenced, and getting everything over with quickly
the primary function of the utah supreme court is to hear appeals on what types of cases
cases of first degree and capital felony convictions from the distinct court
what is a primary challenge
a defendant or lawyer’s objection to a proposed juror, made without needing to give a reason
who is a defendant allowed to talk to and the conversation is confidential
they can talk to their lawyer, spouse, clergy, and the doctor
In Utah, who confirms the nomination of a potential judge named by the government?
the utah senate
Who can represent a defendent during trial?
Your child
Under what situation may a search be conducted under exigent circumstances?
Life threatening emergency
What is considered a domestic disturbance?
Someone that has lived together. Two people that have had a child together. Girlfriend assaults boyfriend in front of daughter.
What type of information CANNOT be used when determining probable cause?
Extrasensory perception ( a fortune teller )
Which are factors that influence choices in police activity.
Policy, and the law
What do adult probation and parole (AP&P) prepare for the judge before sentencing?
Precintent report
What is the term for the release of a prisoner before their prison term is completed?
Jail brake
What is the term for an inmate performing day-to-day duties ina jail or prison?
Trustees
What are the legal rights of a prison inmate?
The eighth Amendment prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment.
- Interviews with the media
- Secured mail from legal counsel
- Due process
- Access to three showers per week
Under what age are acts considered delinquent?
18
Which constitutional right has not been extended to juveniles?
Trial by jury
What does the term “In Loco Parentis Mean”?
In the place of parents
What does the term “Parens Patrie” mean?
Parents for the state
What are 3 status offenses?
Truancy, running away from home, violating curfew, underage use of alcohol, and general ungovernability.
What are the two types of delinquent acts?
Overt and covert delinquency
