Professional Policing 1 Flashcards
Who is the father of modern policing?
Sir Robert Peel
The Texas Rangers were founded by whom?
Steven F. Austin
When did Texas become an independent republic?
1836
How long does a sheriff have to get his TCOLE license?
2 years
How long does a constable have to get his TCOLE license?
270 days
How often is a sheriff election held?
Every 4 years
Which section of the Texas Constitution details elections for constables?
Article 5, Section 18
Which section details sheriffs?
Article 5, Section 23
What is the name of the commission that recommended college education for police officers in 1931?
Wickersham Commission
Who is August Vollmer?
Reformist Berkley, CA Police Chief
What is the oldest law enforcement office?
Sheriff
Where does the name of that office come from?
9th Century Shire Reeve
What is the difference between the watch and the ward?
Watch: Night watch; Ward: Day patrol
Why didn’t Texas have a Watch and Ward system?
Too much land, not enough population
How many tries do you get to pass TCOLE?
3
How long do you have to report and arrest to TCOLE?
30 days
What are the 3 forms of discipline TCOLE can administer?
Written Warning, Suspension, Termination
How many rounds do you have to shoot with your handgun in annual firearms proficiency?
50
What is posse comitatus?
The right of sheriff to form a posse to enforce the law.
What is TCOLE penalty for a felony conviction?
a
Where do British Police get the nickname “Bobbies”?
Robert Peel
Who policed Texas when it was a province of Mexico?
Spanish Military
How many CE hours are required? How often?
40 hrs every 2 years
How long do you have to answer TCOLE receiving notice of disciplinary hearings?
20 days
How many hours of training on civil process do constables have to get?
20 hours
What is the first colony to elect sheriffs?
PA in 1705
How long do you have to wait after Class B misdemeanor conviction to get a license?
10 years
During what period were officers reassigned from walking beats to cars?
1900s-1940s
What are the 3 time spans for historical policing?
1900s-1940s, 1950-1970s, 1980 through present
What period is characterized by reform?
1900s-1940s
What period saw development of federal law enforcement?
1900s-1940s
What agency funded criminal justice projects?
LEAA
What period saw increased interest in evaluation research?
1980s to today
List three things that make you ineligible to receive a TCOLE license?
Dishonorable discharge? Family Violence? One more
Name 4 of the characteristics of the traditional service model?
a
What is the $ threshold for small claims court?
$10,000
Name differences between community policing and traditional policing?
a
Define quality customer service?
Basic protection, positive and friendly attitude.
