POST EXAM PRACTICE TEST 284 Questions with Verified Answers
Subjects of an interrogation are witnesses and victims who are willing to provide police
... [Show More] with information they possess about a matter under investigation - CORRECT ANSWER F
Simple Robbery is the taking of anything of value belonging to another form the person of another by the use of force or intimidation while armed with a firearm - CORRECT ANSWER F
A batter "under the color of law" can result in a civil rights lawsuit. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Livor Mortis is the stiffening of muscles are death due to chemical changes in muscle fibers. - CORRECT ANSWER F
The Eighth Amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishments. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The state purpose of the Exclusionary Rule is to deter police misconduct. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Latex gloves should be worn any time evidence is handled by responding officers. - CORRECT ANSWER T
In Mapp v. Ohio the court considered the right of a defendant to have counsel a trial. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Methamphetamine is classified as a depressant - CORRECT ANSWER F
Frottage is the practice of getting sexual stimulation and satisfaction by rubbing against something, especially another person. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The three mandatory elements of information necessary to book a suspect are her name, her offense and the date and time of arrest. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The most immediate responsibilities of the first officers at the scent of a crime are to ensure the safety of victims and to photograph and document the crime scene. - CORRECT ANSWER F
To perform a "Terry" stop, an officer must have a reasonable suspicion of criminal activity. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Criminal conspiracy and committing a felony are called "inchoate" offenses. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Two functions of motorized patrol units are to deter crime and to promote the public's feeling of safety. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Forcible Rape is committed when the victim is incapable of resisting or is incapable of understanding the nature of the act by reason of stupor or other abnormal condition of the mind. - CORRECT ANSWER T
An officer conducting a "frisk" may also "pat down" things (backpacks, purse or duffle bags) carried by the suspect. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The condition of a vehicle's tires has little effect on the overall stopping distance of a police car. - CORRECT ANSWER F
A police officer's cultural background and physiological make-up are major influences in how he perceives people he come into contact with. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The "Bill of Rights" Consist of the first fourteen amendments to the U.S. Constitution . - CORRECT ANSWER F
Cocaine is a schedule I drug. - CORRECT ANSWER F
The three components of the criminal justice system are the police, courts and corrections. - CORRECT ANSWER T
An "unknown risk" stop is one in which an officer suspects the violence potential of the driver may be high. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Upon arrival at a crime scene, responding officers must immediately ensure that the scene is safe. - CORRECT ANSWER T
THe three methods of obtaining latent prints are chemicals, vapors and powders. - CORRECT ANSWER T
When conducting a crime scene search, the investigator should start with the victim and work outward. - CORRECT ANSWER T
One of the methods that a "safecracker" type of burglar might use is to attack a sage through the dial. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A squib load causes a cartridge to give only a partial or muffled report when fired. - CORRECT ANSWER T
THe Internal Revenue Service and REvenue Cutter Service were two of the first three Federal Police-Like Agencies. - CORRECT ANSWER F
The two parties to a crime are the principle(s) and victim(s). - CORRECT ANSWER F
During the POST Qualification course of fire, 18 rounds are fired from the 25 yard line. - CORRECT ANSWER F
a defendant found guilty of Second Degree Murder faces the death penalty in the state of Louisiana. - CORRECT ANSWER F
A suspect who removes a woman's purse, containing her wallet and car keys, out of a shopping cart that she is pushing across a parking lot would most likely be charged with Purse Snatching. - CORRECT ANSWER T
After making a vehicle stop, it is never proper procedure to approach the vehicle from the right side. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Members of a community expect their police officers to have integrity and to act ethically when on duty. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Two categories of burglars are "hide-out" and "smash and grab" burglars. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A police officer is allowed to use whatever level of force she desires when involved in a physical conflict. - CORRECT ANSWER F
DWI checkpoints are legal in Louisiana. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A lawfully detained suspect must identify herself or face a charge of resisting arrest. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The Fifth Amendment provides protection against "cruel and unusual" punishment. - CORRECT ANSWER F
The Principle of personal injury law that states the government owes duties to the police at large rather than individuals is the"
A. Hold Harmless Doctrine
B. General Liablility Doctrine
C. Public Duty Doctrine
D. Pre-Trial Doctrine - CORRECT ANSWER PUBLIC DUTY DOCTRINE
Which of the following are types of fingerprints?
A. Arches
B. Loops
C. Neither of the Above
D. Both of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER D. BOTH OF THE ABOVE
The _____________ were the first to use fingerprints. - CORRECT ANSWER CHINESE
Indecent behavior with a juvenile under the age of 18, and who is known to the offender as a biological relative, is the crime of: - CORRECT ANSWER AGGRAVATED INCEST
Which of the following is not one of the four steps of weapons retention?
A. Secure Weapon in holster
B. Engage weapons safety
C. Effect release
D. Create Distance - CORRECT ANSWER ENGAGE WEAPONS SAFETY
A motion to exclude evidence under Section 1983 may be made in which state(s) of a trial? - CORRECT ANSWER during the pre-trial motions, during the appeal process, during the trial
When no specific or general criminal intent is present, but there is such disregard of the interests of others that the offender's conduct amounts to a gross deviation below the expected standard of conduct and a death or injury results, the actions are called: - CORRECT ANSWER Criminal negligence
Which of the following are "offensive" weapons?
A. Handguns
B. Patrol Rifles
C. Knives
D. All of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER Patrol Rifles
Which of the following relationships is covered under privileged communications?
A. Husband - Wife
B. Clergy - Confessor
C. Both of the above
D. Neither of the above - CORRECT ANSWER C. Husband/wife, Clergy/confessor
The curtilage of a home is the area around the home where the owner has: - CORRECT ANSWER a reasonable expectation of privacy
Which of the following make the crime of Rape hard to investigate?
A. Lack of witnesses
B. Lack of physical evidence
C. Both of the above
D. NEither of the above - CORRECT ANSWER C. Lack of witnesses and lack of physical evidence
In which of the following cases are Miranda rights not requires?
A. When the suspect is mentally incapacitated
B. When there is a threat to public safety
C. When the suspect has already been arrested.
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER B. When there is a threat to public safety
One individual strikes another with his fist causing a permanent and total loss of sight in one eye. After the victim falls, the aggressor continues the attack by kicking the victim in the ribs numerous times. The first individual should be arrested for. - CORRECT ANSWER Second Degree Battery
The theory of incorporation finally accepted by the U.S. Supreme Court is: - CORRECT ANSWER Selective Incorporation
Each is considered a non-lethal weapon or technique? - CORRECT ANSWER Open-palm strike, Taser
Carroll v. U.S. was a U.S. Supreme Court case about which of the following: - CORRECT ANSWER Warrantless Searches of automobiles
What are the elements of an arrest? - CORRECT ANSWER Intent to arrest, authority to arrest, dentention, knowledge of arrest
When giving testimony in court, a police officer should be:
A. Pertinent
B. Truthful
C. Clear and Complete
D. All of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER D. All of the above (Pertinent, Truthful, Clear and Complete)
Malley v. Briggs, involved - CORRECT ANSWER Law enforcement officers are not entitled to absolute immunity, but only to qualified immunity from liability for damages after applying for, or executing a warrant...
Which of the following is not a recommended security locking device?
A. Dead Bolt
B. Stick
C. Padlock
D. Mortise lock - CORRECT ANSWER B. Stick
Illinois v. Gates involved - CORRECT ANSWER Abandonment of the Aguilar-Spineli test and acceptance of the "totality of the circumstances" concept
Which of the following is not one of the four stages of grief?
A. Denial
B. Violence
C. Remorse
D. Anger - CORRECT ANSWER B. Violence
What are the types of a crime scene - CORRECT ANSWER Grid-sector, Spiral, Line-strip
Terry v. Ohio was a US Supreme Court case about which of the following - CORRECT ANSWER An officer may stop an individual on the street and frisks him without probable cause if the officer has a reasonable suspicion that the individual has, is, or is about to commit a crime
The shooter has ______ seconds to complete the 25-yard stage of the POST Qualification course. - CORRECT ANSWER 60 seconds
Which of the following is not a method of delivery for chemical agents? - CORRECT ANSWER Han-ball
Which of the following words is misspelled.
A. Premeditation
B. Accomplice
C. Investagator
D. Uncooperative - CORRECT ANSWER Investagator
Which of the following is a physical effect of Marijuana?
A. Altered depth perception
B. Sense of euphoria
C. Impairment of short term memory
D. All of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER D. All of the above
Which of the following are possible signs that an individual is considering suicide?
A. Giving away personal items
B. Extreme changes is eating and sleeping habits
C. SUddenly acting up-beat after a period of depression
D. All of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER D. All of the above
Which of the following is not a crime primarily targeted at the elderly? - CORRECT ANSWER Identity theft
"Resisting" charges can be filed in which of the following cases? - CORRECT ANSWER
Probable cause is defined as being ________ certain. - CORRECT ANSWER 51%
When an 19 year old man has consensual sex with a 14 year old girl, he may be charged with - CORRECT ANSWER Felony carnal knowledge of a juvenile
Which of the following is not a schedule II drug? - CORRECT ANSWER Marijuana (Cocaine, Meth, and Methadone are Schedule II)
The inter nation Association of Chiefs of Police assert that there should be at least ________ individuals in any lineup - CORRECT ANSWER 5
OC is what color? - CORRECT ANSWER Orange
Which of the following is one of the four types of auto theft? - CORRECT ANSWER Joy riding
Which of the following is not a strength exercise? - CORRECT ANSWER Jogging/running
What general term is used to classify the effects of OC? - CORRECT ANSWER inflammatory
What is wrong with the following sentence? "Jason Carson broke in an stole there shoes." - CORRECT ANSWER improper word usage
Relaxed but Alert - CORRECT ANSWER Yellow
Defensive Combat - CORRECT ANSWER Red
Lethal Force - CORRECT ANSWER Black
Totally Relaxed - CORRECT ANSWER White
State of Alarm - CORRECT ANSWER Orange
1st Amendment - CORRECT ANSWER Freedom of Speech; free exercise of religion
4th Amendment - CORRECT ANSWER Right to be free from unreasonable searches and seizures
5th Amendment - CORRECT ANSWER Right to be free from self-incrimination
6th Amendment - CORRECT ANSWER Right to counsel in a criminal proceeding
8th Amendment - CORRECT ANSWER Excessive bail; Cruel and unsual punishment
Corpus - CORRECT ANSWER the body upon which a crime has been committed
Noelle Proseqi - CORRECT ANSWER declarations to a court that the plaintiff no longer wants to pursue the case
Stare Decisis - CORRECT ANSWER the setting of precedence through court cases
Mali Fides - CORRECT ANSWER in bad faith
Rigor Mortis - CORRECT ANSWER temporary rigidity of muscles occurring after death
When describing interpersonal distance categories, a distance of 4 to 12 feet describes the personal distance category - CORRECT ANSWER F
the senior/elderly category is one of the fastest growing segments of Louisiana's population. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Hydroplaning occurs when the tires ride on top of water and are no longer in contact with the road's surface. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The rate of a body's decomposition depends on the environmental temperature and location of the body. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Deadly force may be used against a misdemeanor suspect who is escaping. - CORRECT ANSWER F
A high explosive requires a container to detonate. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Perception is the act of recognizing a fact or occurrence. Observation is an interpretation of what you receive through your senses. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Any report or report supplement, regardless of the author or date prepared, is subject to being used as evidence in court. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Ifa semi-automatic pistol misfires, the shooter should rack the slide and then tap the magazine. - CORRECT ANSWER F
If a suspect's desire to remain free exceeds his ability to act rationally, his reaction may be a violent one. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Juvenile burglars are usually inexperienced and unskilled. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The majority of prowler calls are the result of nervous homeowners who call 911 when they hear unusual noises; therefore, most prowler calls can be handled by a single responding officer. - CORRECT ANSWER F
One of the most important attributes of a professional peace officer is her positive attitude. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The threat of "home-grown" terrorism has grown significantly since 2009. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The two primary categories of explosions are high and low order explosions. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Landscaping is not important when considering security hazards for residential and business structures. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Jogging and distance running are exercises that will increase cardiovascular endurance. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The condition of a vehicle's tires has little effect on the overall stopping distance of a police car. - CORRECT ANSWER F
A traffic citation is a legal document that is numbered and tracked. - CORRECT ANSWER T
An officer's attitude can significantly influence how a traffic stop will be viewed by the driver. - CORRECT ANSWER T
In the official POST Qualification course, 9 rounds are fired from the four yard line. - CORRECT ANSWER F
During a traffic stop, the driver's license and registration should be returned only after a vehicle search has been completed. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Responding officers should always "run code" (using lights and siren) when responding to a crime in progress. - CORRECT ANSWER F
As the first responder to a robbery, you should not talk to witnesses before the investigators arrive. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Necrophilia is the irresistible urge to start fires; it can be a dangerous sex offense when the behavior is associated with achieving an orgasm. - CORRECT ANSWER F
In additionl to normal patrol activities, traffic and crime related activities are also assigned to patrol units. - CORRECT ANSWER T
MArijuana plants should be packaged in plastic baggies when being sent to the evidence locker. - CORRECT ANSWER F
An officer may use deadly force if he or she believes an innocent bystander is in grave danger of suffering great bodily harm or death. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A.D.A.P.T. is an acronym for the words that describe the first responding officer's responsibilities. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The first two types of law enforcement agencies in early America were Constables and Sheriffs. - CORRECT ANSWER T
During the One-Leg Stand, the subject is told to raise either foot approximately six inches above and parallel to the ground. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A silent approach is normally best when responding to a robbery in progress. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Immediately upon entering a room with a two-man team, both team members will move to the right and work down the wall. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Marijuana is a Schedule II drug. - CORRECT ANSWER F
The elements of Rape do not include penetration - CORRECT ANSWER F
A person's Social Security Number is one of the most important personal identifiers to protect. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Two major hazards of methamphetamine labs are fires/explosions and chemical burns. - CORRECT ANSWER T
John Browning invented the revolver. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Civil rights statutes are aimed at the abuse by official governmental authority, not its legitimate use. - CORRECT ANSWER T
In evidence gathering, "CLass Characteristics" are properties that all the members of a certain class of objects or substances have in common. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A __________ is the least hazardous method of making a 180 degree turn. - CORRECT ANSWER U- Turn
Which of the following is not one of the seven fundamentals of basic marksmanship? - CORRECT ANSWER Heart Rate Control
Which subsection of the Louisiana Revised Statues governs traffic laws? - CORRECT ANSWER Title 32
Billy Bob is sitting in his parked car in the Walmart parking lot. His door is open and several patrons complain to the manager that he is masturbating and exposing himself. You do not personally witness the act. Which crime is Billy Bob most likely going to be charged with? - CORRECT ANSWER Obscenity
In the U.S. a ______ would be considered a "soft" target - CORRECT ANSWER College or University
During a five-man team configuration search, the ________ man is the team leader. - CORRECT ANSWER Center
When a vehicle with a driver and one passenger is searched, what minimum number of police should be on the scene? - CORRECT ANSWER 3
Which of the following is a method used to load a police shotgun? - CORRECT ANSWER Assembly
Upon discovering a methamphetamine lab and arresting the "cook," the officer should - CORRECT ANSWER move to an open, secure area and wait for the lab team
Which of the following is not one of the four stages of grief? - CORRECT ANSWER Frustration
Signs of deceit during an interrogation might include which of the following? - CORRECT ANSWER Repeating the interviewer's question before answer
Which of the following was not one of the first five State Police Agencies ? - CORRECT ANSWER Louisiana State Police
Which of the following is one of the six types of patrol? - CORRECT ANSWER Bicycle Patrol
The Henry Classification System for fingerprints is used for which purpose? - CORRECT ANSWER Filing
Two of the three types of evidence are - CORRECT ANSWER Documentary and Physical
When entering a low-light situation from outside, how long does it take for an officer's eyes to fully adjust to the new environment? - CORRECT ANSWER 30 minutes
Which of the following are among the top ten non-crime calls for service? - CORRECT ANSWER Missing persons and lost and found
Nystagmus that occurs as the eyes lock straight ahead is called ___________ nystagmus - CORRECT ANSWER Resting
Which of the following is considered to be a "fatal funnel?" - CORRECT ANSWER a doorway
Why is evidence clearly marked and a chain-of-custody so carefully maintained? - CORRECT ANSWER so the evidence can be positively identified in court, to impress upon the jury the professional nature of the crime lab, to ensure the evidence is not tempered with
A large number of people collected into a close body without order is call a/an: - CORRECT ANSWER Crowd
Which of the following is not a reason for conducting a traffic stop? - CORRECT ANSWER Pulling out in front of you when you are speeding
Which of the following is the most effect way of controlling external bleeding? - CORRECT ANSWER
A terrorist incident may have features in common with which of the following types of incidents? - CORRECT ANSWER Hazardous material spills, mass casualties, infectious diseases
Crack cocaine is usually ingested by - CORRECT ANSWER smoking
Which of the following vehicle locations will give an officer the most ballistic protection during a small arms encounter? - CORRECT ANSWER The engine and front wheels
Which of the following are considered to be "unusual occurrences?" - CORRECT ANSWER Aircraft crashes and explosions
Which of the following is a piece of equipment used to determine BAC in a DWI case? - CORRECT ANSWER Intoxilizer 5000 or 9000
Which of the following rules should an officer always follow when testifying in court? - CORRECT ANSWER Always tell the truth
Other than on the driver's side dash, where can VIN numbers be found on modern vehicles? - CORRECT ANSWER Driver's side door (NADA Sticker)
Where should an officer place the driver of a car while the officer is writing out a traffic citation? - CORRECT ANSWER Standing between the violator's car and the patrol unit
When at the scene of a military aircraft crash, who takes charge of the scene? - CORRECT ANSWER the military investigators
Which of the following refers to the intentional release of viruses, bacteria, or their toxins for the purpose of harming or killing citizens? - CORRECT ANSWER Biological terrorism
Victims of domestic violence will often refuse to talk to law enforcement officers for which of the following reasons? - CORRECT ANSWER Embarrassment, Fear, confusion
Which of the following words is misspelled?
A. Justifiable
B. Suplemental
C. Jurisdiction
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER B. Supplemental
Which of the following letters are not utilized in the 17 character VIN as the year model?
A. I
B. O
C. Q
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER All of the Above
Which of the following words is misspelled?
A. Belligerant
B. Vagrancy
C. Pedestrian
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER A. Belliger(e)nt
Which of the following are standards by which citizens evaluate a deputy's agency?
A. Appearance
B. Courtesy
C. Attitude
D. All of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER D. All of the Above
Which of the following are important actions for an interviewer to take? - CORRECT ANSWER Plan a strategy before starting the interview, be an active listener
Victims have the right to which of following?
A. Hospital Care
B. To be notified upon the release of the defendant
C. Immediate justice
D. A meeting with the judge - CORRECT ANSWER B. To be notified upon the release of the defendant
Absolutely certainty is what % - CORRECT ANSWER 100 % Certain
Beyond a reasonable doubt is what % - CORRECT ANSWER 95% Certain
Clear and Convincing evidence is what % - CORRECT ANSWER 80% Certain
Probable cause is what % - CORRECT ANSWER 51 % Certain
Reasonable Suspicion is what % - CORRECT ANSWER 20% Certain
Carroll v U.S. - CORRECT ANSWER Automobiles may be searched without a warrant because they are highly movable
Aguilar v Texas - CORRECT ANSWER in obtaining a search warrant, the affidavit must be detailed and cannot contain conclusions
Terry v Ohio - CORRECT ANSWER Sets Reasonable suspicion as minimum basis for conducting a "stop" and subsequent pat down for officer safety.
Katz v U.S. - CORRECT ANSWER warrantless wiretaps violate the 4th Amendment
Tennessee v Garner - CORRECT ANSWER prohibits the use of deadly force to prevent the escape of an unarmed felony suspect unless death or SBI would result
Petit Jury - CORRECT ANSWER a jury composed of 12 members who hear criminal and civil cases.
Jurisdiction - CORRECT ANSWER the power of a court to hear and determine a matter
Burden of Proof - CORRECT ANSWER in the law of evidence, the duty of affirmatively proving a fact or facts in dispute
Ordinance - CORRECT ANSWER the enactments of the legislative or governing body of a municipality or city
Indict - CORRECT ANSWER to accuse of a crime, in writing, by a grand jury
Discharging of a firearm, or throwing, placing, or other use of any article, liquid or substance where it is foreseeable that it may result in death or great bodily harm to human being is the crime of Illegal use of Weapons or Dangerous Instrumentalities. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Although is it illegal for a convicted felon to possess a firearm, it is not illegal for her to possess ammunition provided the ammunition is given to the felon and not sold to her. - CORRECT ANSWER F
A person participating in a witness protection program maybe allowed to wear body army - CORRECT ANSWER T
the BAC threshold for underage drinker-drivers is 0.05% - CORRECT ANSWER F
The killing of an unborn child when the offender has a specific intent to kill or to inflict great bodily harm is the crime of Second Degree Feticide. - CORRECT ANSWER F
The state purpose of the Exclusionary Rule is to deter police misconduct. - CORRECT ANSWER T
If a private citizen conducts an illegal search, without the knowledge of law enforcement officers, the evidence becomes part of the "fruit of the poisonous tree" doctrine and it must be excluded. - CORRECT ANSWER F
During a "Terry" stop, a person is free to refuse to answer your questions even though he is not under arrest. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A case citation indicates when and where the trial took place - CORRECT ANSWER F
A sniff by a drug dog is considered to be a search so an officer has to have probable cause to utilize the dog. - CORRECT ANSWER F
it is common for inmates to fabricate medical complaints. Since it is a waste of resources and money to respond to such complaints, they can usually be ignored. - CORRECT ANSWER F
A supervisor can be held liable for failing to adequately supervise law enforcement personnel under her command. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Assault is the intentional use of force or violence upon the person of another, pr the intentional administration of a poison or other noxious liquid. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Failure of an inmate to return from a work release program is Aggravated Escape - CORRECT ANSWER F
To be shared with Illegal Possession of Stolen Things, a person must be aware that they have been stolen. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Forgery is the theft of valuable documents from another with the intent to defraud. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Aggravated Robbery is the taking of anything of value belonging to another, from the person of another, by the use of force or intimidation while armed with a firearm. - CORRECT ANSWER F
An Accessory after the Fact is classified as a Party to the crime. - CORRECT ANSWER T
42 U.S. code Section 1976 is part of the Civil right Acts and deals with many aspects of the 4th Amendment and Search and Seizure. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Home Invasion is the unauthorized entry of an obviously abandoned building with the intent to vandalize the structure. - CORRECT ANSWER F
If Female 1 intentionally and forcibly takes a motor vehicle belonging to a moth by throwing her out into the street, but does not see the two year old asleep in the back seat, will only be charged with Carjacking. - CORRECT ANSWER F
To be charged with the crime of being a Peeping Tom, a person must be on the victim's property. - CORRECT ANSWER F
If a deputy honestly believes that he has been given permission to conduct a search by a person with apparent authority, but they in fact have no authority, seized items can still be used as evidence in court. - CORRECT ANSWER T
To perform a "Terry" stop, an officer must have probable cause. - CORRECT ANSWER F
THe main areas of liability for law enforcement actions include pursuits, arrests and detentions. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The exclusionary rule was created by the Legislature. - CORRECT ANSWER F
The requesting deputy makes the final determination that probable cause exists when she applies for a warrant. - CORRECT ANSWER F
THe primary difference between First and Second Degree Battery is that with Second Degree Battery the offender specifically intends to do harm. - CORRECT ANSWER F
When an offender unlawfully distributes a controlled dangerous substance (Schedules I through IV), and the substance directly causes a death, the offender will most likely be charged with First Degree Murder - CORRECT ANSWER F
Inciting to Riot is the endeavor by any person to incite or procure any other person (s) to create or participate in a riot. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The tracking of children, using GPS devices, by the custodial parent(s) is legal. - CORRECT ANSWER T
The statute against Cruelty to Animals does not apply to game animals harvested legally during hunting season. - CORRECT ANSWER T
A non-custodial parent who takes a child form the custodial parent may be charged with simple kidnapping. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Aggravated Rape occurs when the victim is 65 years of age or older, or under the age of 13, and the victim resists to the maximum extent possible. - CORRECT ANSWER T
During a custodial interrogation, a deputy is allowed to lie to the suspect, and she may use threats of mild violence to elicit a confession. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Domestic Abuse Battery is the intentional use of force or violece committed by one household member upon the person of another household member. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Sexual Battery of the Infirmed is the intentional engaging in sexual acts of persons 50 years of age or older wit the use of an instrument by touching the anus or genitals for arousal. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Reckless operation of a motor vehicle is a traffic offense. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Erotic stimulation of the genital organs of another by any masseur or masseuse is the come of Promoting Prostitution. - CORRECT ANSWER F
Intentionally or criminally negligent mistreatment or neglect of a person under the age of 17 by anyone over the age of 17 is the crime of Cruelty to Juveniles. - CORRECT ANSWER T
Illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile under the age of 17 shall not apply to all of the following except:
A. Target shooting at an established firing range
B. Having a handgun under the seat of her personal vehicle
C. Attending a hunter safety course
D. Hunting pursuant to a valid license issued by the state - CORRECT ANSWER B. Having a handgun under the seat of her personal vehicle
Which of the following are elements of the crime of Hit and Run? - CORRECT ANSWER Failure to render aid and intentional failure to stop at the scene of accident in which the driver was involved
All of the following are elements of the crime of Disturbing the Peace - CORRECT ANSWER Appearing in public while intoxicated, cajuns fighting in public, interrupting a lawful assembly of people
Which of the following is an element of resisting an Officer?
A. Lying while being interviewed
B. Fleeing while being placed under arrest
C. Both of the Above
D. Neither of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER B. Fleeing while being placed under arrest
A 19 year old male has intercouse with a 16 year old female. Which crime will he most likely be charged with? - CORRECT ANSWER Misdemeanor Carnal Knowledge of a Juvenile
At what minimum age is a person exempt from criminal responsibility? - CORRECT ANSWER 10 years
Male 1 gets mad at Male 2 and intentionally inflicts serious bodily injury by striking Male 2 with his fist. What crime has Male 1 committed. - CORRECT ANSWER Second Degree Battery
Which of the following are inchoate offenses?
A. Assault
B. Battery
C. Robbery
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER A. Assault
As he is being arrested, Male 1 swings and hits the arresting officer in the body. Which will Male 1 most likely be charged with? - CORRECT ANSWER Battery of a Peace Officer
If Female 1 fails to maintain her backyard fence and her dog escapes and then bites the next neighbor's child, what can Female 1 be charged with? - CORRECT ANSWER Negligent Injury
The unauthorized entry into a cemetery with the intent to commit a felony or any theft therein is the crime of - CORRECT ANSWER Simple Burglary
Which of the following is true about the crime of Driving While Intoxicated?
A. The operator's BAC is 0.08 or higher
B. THe operator is under the influence of a Schedule I through IV drug
C. The operator is under the influence of alcohol and at least one or more drugs which are not controlled substances
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER D. All of the above
Making a false oral or written statement before any board or official authorized to take testimony is the crime of - CORRECT ANSWER Perjury
Making a secret video of a person without their consent for the purpose of promoting lewd and lascivious behavior is the crime of - CORRECT ANSWER Video voyeurism
When there is no criminal intent (specific or general) but there is such flagrant disregard of the interest of others that the offender's conduct amounts to a gross deviation below standard of care expected ________ exists? - CORRECT ANSWER Criminal negligence
Examples of Serious Bodily Injury - CORRECT ANSWER loss of a limb, prolonged consciousness, a cost causing significant bleeding
Inchoate offenses are (examples) - CORRECT ANSWER Criminal conspiracy, Attempt, Solicitation of murder, inciting a felony
Burglarizing a Veterinarians office for Telazol, an animal tranquilizer is which offense? - CORRECT ANSWER Simple burglary of a Pharmacy
A young man steals his mother's diamond necklace and trades it for a weekend supply of marijuana would be charged with? - CORRECT ANSWER Theft
Teenager 1 sneaks into his neighbor's house to steal a 300 pair of Michael Jordan shoes. As he's leaving, he sees a "cool" .22 caliber derringer and takes it as well. What crime would he be charged with? - CORRECT ANSWER Aggravated Robbery
There is a tornado in downtown Olla, Louisiana and many storefront windows are broken. Woman 1 reaches intone window and takes a blond wig. What crime has she committed? - CORRECT ANSWER Looting
Old Man 1 crawls up and into his neighbors bass boat to steal his "secret" lures. If the lures are not in the boat and Old Man 1 just goes home,what crime would he be charged with ? - CORRECT ANSWER Criminal Trespass
What is the description of shoplifting? - CORRECT ANSWER Leaving the store with goods concealed underneath clothing
The Exclusionary Rule was designed to keep otherwise relevant evidence out of a criminal trial if it's discovery results from - CORRECT ANSWER an illegal search or seizure
The "fruit of the poisonous tree" doctrine applies in which of the following cases? - CORRECT ANSWER when an illegal search of a vehicle leads to evidence of the location of a murder victim's
A legal warrant mist - CORRECT ANSWER specifically state the place to be searched, and when
To be found responsible in a civil (tort) case, the defendant must be shown to have committed the offense - CORRECT ANSWER by a preponderance of the evidence
A(n) _____________ includes any gas, liquid or other substance or instrumentality, which, in the manner used is calculated or likely to produce death or great bodily harm. - CORRECT ANSWER Dangerous weapon
Which of the following could be considered to have committed "Malfeasance in Office"? - CORRECT ANSWER Sheriff, Mayor, Chief of Police
Which of the following is considered to be a Crime of Violence?
A. Aggravated Burgulary
B. Terrorism
C. Both of the Above
D. Neither of the Above - CORRECT ANSWER Both of the above
What are the main elements of any Section 1983 action? - CORRECT ANSWER Acting under the color of law, acting with specific intent
Which of the following is an intentional tort.
A. Second Degree Battey
B. Negligence
C. Traffic accident
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER A. Second Degree Battery
Which of the following general exceptions based on "Special Relationship" of the Public Duty Doctrine?
A. Residents in a home within the city limits
B. Suspect being held at the station
C. Motorist on an Interstate highway
D. All of the above - CORRECT ANSWER B. Suspect being held at the station
In which of the following cases does the privilege against self-incrimination not apply?
A. When before a board of inquiry
B. While being interrogated at a police station
C. When being required to provide fingerprints
D. None of the above - CORRECT ANSWER C. When being required to provide fingerprints
The Frye Doctrine: - CORRECT ANSWER a test to determine the admissibility of scientific evidence. It provides that expert opinion based on a scientific technique is admissible only where the technique is generally accepted as reliable in the relevant scientific community.
What are the elements of an arrest - CORRECT ANSWER Intent to arrest, action of arrest, understanding by the arrestee
What are the most, and second to most, intrusive forms of search and seizure? - CORRECT ANSWER Surgery to remove a bullet from an individual's body -- anal and oral cavity searches
In which of the following situations is a Mirand warning not required?
A. Upon being taken into custody and interrogated
B. When being photographed for a photo line-up
C. Both of the above
D. Neither of the above - CORRECT ANSWER B. When being photographed for a photo line-up
The International Association of Chiefs of Police recommend that line-ups consist of at least - CORRECT ANSWER Five individuals including the suspect
How long can a "Terry" stop be made to last? - CORRECT ANSWER a reasonable amount of time
Kirby v Illinois - CORRECT ANSWER The sixth and Fourth amendment rights to counsel do not apply to pre-indictment identification procedures.
U.S. v Wade - CORRECT ANSWER Held that a criminal defendant has a Sixth amendment right to counsel at a lineup held after indictment
Oliver v US - CORRECT ANSWER Relates to the open fields doctrine limiting the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution
Draper v US - CORRECT ANSWER held that information from a reliable informer corroborated as to accuracy of the informer's decryption of the accused and of the presence at a particular place, was sufficient to establish probable cause for arrest without a warrant.
Horton v California - CORRECT ANSWER the court developed the plain view doctrine under the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution
Maryland v. Garrison - CORRECT ANSWER Where police reasonably believe their warrant was valid during a search, execution of the warrant does not violate respondent's Fourth Amendment rights
US v Jones - CORRECT ANSWER Installing a GPS tracking device on a vehicle and using the decide to monitor the vehicle's movements constitutes a search under the Fourth Amendment
NY v Quarles - CORRECT ANSWER Regarded an exception to the so-called Miranda warning. It established the so-called public safety exception.
Minnesota v Dickerson - CORRECT ANSWER An anonymous tip, as corroborated by independent police work, exhibited sufficient indicia of reliability to provide reasonable suspicion to make investigatory stop.
Graham v Conner - CORRECT ANSWER an objective reasonableness standard should apply to a free citizen's claim that law enforcement officials used excessive force in the course of making an arrest, investigatory stop, or other seizure of his person.
Malley v. Briggs - CORRECT ANSWER a police officer who presents a judicial officer with a complaint and supporting affidavit that fails to establish probable cause cannot avoid liability under 42 U.S. Code section 1983 for the resulting unconstitutional arrest
Spinelli v. US - CORRECT ANSWER an affidavit used to support the issuance of a search warrant must set forth sufficient underlying circumstances which would cause a magistrate to judge the informant's information independently and support a finding that the informant is "reliable/credible".
Weeks v US - CORRECT ANSWER warrantless seizure of items from a private residence constitutes a violation of the Fourth Amendment
Katz v US - CORRECT ANSWER discusses the nature of the "right to privacy" and the legal definition of a search. THe Court's ruling refined previous interpretations of the unreasonable search and seizure clause of the Fourth Amendment [Show Less]