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Definition of Morals

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principles pf good character and beliefs. Person’s standards of behavior or beliefs concerning what is and is not acceptable for them to do (Personal values

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Definition of Moral

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concerning/relating to what is right and wrong, conforming to standard of desirable behavior

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Definition of Immoral

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conflicting with traditionally or generally held morals

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Definition of Ethics

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set of moral principles that govern person’s behavior and conduct of activity. System based on universally held moral duties and obligation (societal values)

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Definition of Illegal

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action or lack of action violating laws

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Definition of Inappropriate

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conduct going against standard

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What can influence the public opinion of the whole department?

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the immoral and or inappropriate behavior of a few

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Law enforcement is a profession because…

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continuing education

minimum entrance requirements

code of conduct and oath of officer

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What is only a small part of the duties and responsibilities that you will be required to perform on a daily basis?

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enforcing laws

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What are the core values?

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integrity
fairness
respect
honesty
courage
compassion

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What is perceived as the most visible representative of government as they accept the role of enforcing laws?

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police officers

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What is the ethical code of conduct?

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administering justice fairly and equal to all

not possessing racial, religious, sexual, ethical bias in treatment of individuals

always exemplifying same standard of conduct on and off duty

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When is accepting gratuity acceptable?

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NEVER no matter how big or small and no matter the officer’s position

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Officer’s must report criminal conduct because…

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oath of office

officer’s duty

code of ethics

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What does failure to take action jeopardize?

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public confidence in departments

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Confidentiality of police matters must be maintained however,

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the public is entitled to an explanation of why the officer acted in a certain way

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What does EPIC stand for?

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Ethical Policing Is Courageous

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What does ABLE stand for?

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Active Bystander Law Enforcement

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What are the 2 types of sexual harassment?

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Quid Pro quo = explicit attempts to make submission to sex demands a condition of employment

Hostile Work Environment = employee subjected to sexual, abusive, or offensive conduct based upon his/her gender

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What are strategies to affect attitudes?

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participate in community meetings
increasing officer visibility
community policing
directed patrol
specialized units
school programs

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What are the methods of evaluation by citizens?

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formal contacts vs informal - job performance, demeanor

observations

social media

groups, clubs, organizations

citizen’s review board

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What are the community expectations?

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patience, honesty, fairness, engage with community

accessible, courteous, competent, racial impartiality, speedy response

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What are the reasons the public should expect explanation of an officer’s actions?

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respect. understanding, responsive, equality

patience, honesty, fairness, avoid rumors

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What are the 3 types of report?

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operational report = related to daily routine police matters

investigation report = describe and document actions taken during investigation

administrative report = stats, resumes, breakdowns, time sheet, crime analysis

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Who in law enforcement is exempt from report writing?

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NO ONE

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What are the factors effecting observation?

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sight
sound/hearing
touch
smell

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What are the factors effecting perception?

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past experiences
mental condition
emotional involvement
prejudiced feelings
environmental condition
occupation

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What to avoid during witness perception involving police activity?

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avoid leading questions = the suspect’s shirt was red right?

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How can we improve observation and perception skills?

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observation skills will improve over time and with experience
know the characteristics of your patrol area

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What are the errors to avoid in report writing?

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haste
prejudice
carelessness
exaggeration
emotionalism
absentmindedness

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What is important to remember as a SLEO?

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don’t acknowledge plain clothes officers unless they acknowledge you first

suspect’s hand’s should always be in plain view

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What are the responsibilities at disturbances?

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keep the peace

provide safety to officers, individuals, and property

determine if crime has been committed

take appropriate action to resolve problem

refer to appropriate agencies

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Are there routine calls?

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NO

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What are the types of abusive behavior in DV situations?

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control
physical abuse
sexual abuse
emotional abuse and intimidation

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What abusive behavior is often seen in DV situations?

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isolation
verbal abuse = coercion, threats, blame, male privilege, economic abuse

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36
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What are the responsibilities at a disaster/accident scene?

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secure scene and contain area

isolate area = keep people out

establish security perimeters = barricades, tape

identification and admission of authorized personnel = only authorized personnel enter area

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What is the procedure when dealing with hazardous amterials?

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establish a safety zone and it may be increased or decreased if necessary

38
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What is alcohol use disorder?

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chronic brain disorder marked by compulsive drinking, loss of control over alcohol use, negative emotions when not drinking, AUD can be mild, moderate, or severe

39
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Is alcoholism a treatable disease?

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YES

40
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What are the signs of severe alcoholism?

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ears ringing, may see double, high alcohol level, drowsiness, pass out, rapid pulse, black out, convulsions, hallucinating, delirium tremors (DT)

41
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What medical conditions can be associated with alcoholism?

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diabetes
traumatic brain injury
dementia
epilepsy

42
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What are alcoholism treatment resources?

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state, countries, and municipalities are authorized to establish other services to assist law enforcement

resiliency program officer

cure, AA programs

cape regional medical center

check in municipality and county for specifics

43
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What does ATRA stand for?

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Alcohol Treatment and Rehabilitation Act

44
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What does Title 26- Health and Vital Stats enforce?

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the policy of the state of NJ that alcoholics and intoxicated persons may not be subjected to criminal prosecution b/c of their consumption of alcoholic beverages, but rather should be offered a continuum of treatment in order that they may lead normal lives as productive members of society

45
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Officers may conduct search of intoxicated person for weapons if…

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officer believes his/her safety requires it

46
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Why are officers able to search intoxicated persons?

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for officer safety, safety of intoxicated person, and safety of the community

47
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What are the 5 components of law enforcement?

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law enforcement
prosecution
defense
judiciary
corrections

48
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What is the punishment for disorderly persons offenses?

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up to 6 months in jail and $1,000 fine

49
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What is the punishment for petty disorderly persons offenses?

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up to 30 days in jail and $500 fine

50
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What is the punishment for local ordinance offenses?

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no jail time and fines

51
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Definition of probable cause?

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officer may effect arrest when he/she has probable cause to believe that the person to be arrested has committed the offense

52
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When can a person be convicted of an offense?

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when each elements is proven beyond a reasonable doubt

53
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What is the statute of limitations for disorderly persons and petty disorderly persons?

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1 year

54
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What must SLEO 1 officers do before taking any enforcement action?

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review the agency policy regarding extent of authority

55
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Definition of simple assault

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disorderly persons offense unless committed in a fight or scuffle entered into by mutual consent, in which case it is a petty disorderly person offense

56
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Definition of false imprisonment

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knowingly restricts another unlawfully so as to interfere substantially with his liberty

57
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Definition of lewdness

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lewd or offensive acts which he knows or reasonably expects is likely to be observed by other nonconsenting persons who would be affronted/alarmed

58
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Definition of criminal mischief

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purposely/knowingly damages or recklessly tampers with tangible property of another
- $500 or less is disorderly persons offense
- minor damage can add up; slashed tries; broken car antennas; mailboxes; damage to vehicles
- graffiti cases often receive community service and costs to repair property
- person who purposely, recklessly, knowingly, or negligently defaces, or injures traffic signs

59
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Definition of Theft by Deception

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creates or reinforces a false impression, prevents another from acquiring info which would affect his judgement of a transaction; or fails to correct a false impression which the deceiver previously created/reinforced
- less than $200 is a disorderly persons offense
- person who takes money that doesn’t do the work

60
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Definition of Extortion

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less than $200, threats of violence, false rumors, school bully, threat to restrain someone, larger request for money elevates to indictable crime

61
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Definition of criminal trespass

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knowingly entering a place you are not authorized to be in

62
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Definition of Defiant Trespasser

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knowingly entering a place you are not authorized to be in and are given notice that you cannot stay there, but continue to stay

63
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Definition of Theft by Unlawful Taking

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theft under value of $200, must intend to deprive a burglary and still be charged disorderly persons theft, value of items taken into consideration

64
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Definition of Receiving Stolen Property

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too good to be true, probably is

65
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Definition of Fencing

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possession of altered property, dealing in stolen property

66
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Definition of Theft of Services

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purposely obtains service, which he knows are available for compensation, gas theft, electric theft, depends on how much you steal to be indictable

67
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Definition of Theft by failure to make required disposition of property received

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when someone should be putting compensation away for one thing and takes it for something else ex: waitress stealing payments

68
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Definition of Unlawful Taking by means of Conveyance

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purpose to temporarily withhold something from owner, control over any means of conveyance, except motor vehicle

69
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Definition of Shoplifting

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store owner can take custody, officer does not have to witness violation, store owner normally signs complaint against officer, officer transports offender to station with he evidence, store owner cannot be held liable for detaining suspect, 3rd offenses can be taken to jail for 30 days, person photographed/fingerprinted, includes under ringing items

70
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Definition of Possession of fake ID

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knowingly exhibits, displays or utters fake ID, driver’s license, with purpose to obtain alcohol or tobacco

71
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Definition of Endangering Welfare of Incompetant Person

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endangering the mentally handicapped, taking advantage

72
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Definition of Obstructing the Admin of Justice

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used against a person interfering with law enforcement performing duty, DP offense unless obstructs detection or investigation of crime, interfering with officer’s job to protect and serve

73
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Definition of Disorderly Conduct

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purpose to cause inconvenience, annoyance or alarm, or recklessly creating a risk
- engaging in fighting or threatening, or in violent or tumultuous behavior
- creates hazardous or physically dangerous condition
- offensive language, person in public is offended
petty DP offense

74
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Definition of Harrassment

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used against person making annoying calls, complaints can be signed in either location, can be used in minor assault cases, coming up and bothering person or calling them all the time

75
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Statute Limitations

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30 days in most cases
90 days for driving while suspended or revoked
6 months for failure to maintain liability insurance

76
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39:5-25

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states police officer may arrest without warrant when any person who violates in the officer’s presence any provision of ch3,4 without exception of Bus Driver, unless the motorman is DWI

77
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When should Miranda warning be read?

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if physical arrest is made and officer intends to question suspect

78
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Title 39

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covers MV laws, disorderly persons, and some indictable offenses

79
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39:5-11

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person has 20 days after a Municipal Court conviction to appeal to Superior Court

80
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Is a police officer authorized to remove vehicles from a highway?

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yes to a garage or place of storage

81
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Who has to pay for the cost of removing a vehicle from a highway?

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cost for removal and storage is borne by owner of vehicle

82
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39:4-97.2

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plea bargain statute
- no point statute for violations include MV points
- may only use 2 in 5 year period
- fines
- $50 to $150
- $250 NJ surcharge for each offense

83
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When writing a speeding ticket what must the officer specify?

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the road speed limit and amount the driver was going over the speed limit

84
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What does amber flashing light mean?

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proceed with caution, be prepared to stop

85
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What are the requirements to sustain DWI?

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operation
impairment
impairment due to alcohol/drugs

86
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How should traffic stops be conducted?

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with courtesy and dignity

87
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Is stopping traffic violators a routine procedure?

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No because violators can become dangerous based on why they think they were stopped

88
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What could the violator become after leaving their vehicle?

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belligerent

89
Q

Under Federal Law signed by President Clinton, states are required to adopt _______ or risk losing a substantial amount of transportation and highway funding

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.08% BAC

90
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Is there an advantage when a person refuses to submit to breath samples?

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NO

91
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What kind of force is OC spray?

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mechanical force

92
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Is OC spray 100% effective for an animal attack?

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NO

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