TCOLE Unit 1 Flashcards
What is the primary function of the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement as a regulatory Agency?
To establish and enforce standards for aw enforcement, corrections, and telecommunication personnel.
What is the minimum age at which and individual can apply for a jailer or telecommunicator license in Texas?
18 Years
What role do state administrative law JUDGES play in the disciplinary process for law enforcement personnel under the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement?
They provide recommendations for formal disciplinary actions against licenses.
What role does fingerprinting play in the background check process for law enforcement applicants?
To facilitate a comprehensive search of criminal history across various jurisdictions.
According to the Texas Administrative code 217.b.6 for enrollment and initial licensure a person must not haveever been convicted of an offense above the grade of a class B misdemeanor or a Class b Misdemeanor withing the last ___years
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what disqualifies an individual from obtaining a law enforcement license in Tx concerning family violence offense
Being placed on community supervision for any offense involving family violence
The minimum licensing age requirement for peace officers and public security officer is ___ years of age or ___ years of age if the applicant has received and associates degree or 60 semester hours of credit from an accredited college or university or has received an honorable discharge from the armed forces of the US after at east two years of active service.
21/18
what responsibilities does the Executive Director of TCOLE hold in relation to policy development?
Formulating rules and procedures of law enforcement standards
In order for an individual to enroll in any basic licensing course, the provider must have on file ___ acceptable to the commission, that the individual meets eligibility for licensure.
Documentation.
What must peace officers ensure regarding their ability to operate a motor vehicle as part of their licensure requirement’s?
They must not be prohibited by state or federal law from operating motor vehicle.
Which types of records are typically included in the criminal background investigation for candidates seeking law enforcement licensure?
Local, state, and national criminal records along with fingerprint databases.
What is the significance of obtaining a general educational development (GED) certificate in the context of law enforcement licensure requirements?
It demonstrates that the individual has met the educational requirements equivalent to a high school diploma.
What impact does receiving an honorable discharge from military service have on the age eligibility for obtaining a peace officer license in tx?
it permits applicants to be eligible at 18 years of age.
What must applicants for law enforcement licensure in tx disclose regarding their criminal history?
They must not have any current criminal charges that would disqualify them from obtaining a license.
What is the process by which the TCOLE can impose disciplinary measures on licensed personnel?
The commission can take disciplinary actions based on recommendations from the executive director and state administrative law judges.
which entity within the TCOLE is tasked with the formulation of rules and procedures that guide policy implementation?
The executive Director
The minimum educational requirements for becoming a peace officer in TX is..
-Having passed a GED
-High school graduate
-having 12 semester hours credit from an accredited college or university
The mission of the TCOLE is to establish enforce standards ensuring that the people of TX are served by highly trained and ethical.
-law enforcement
-corrections
-telecommunications personnel
