CTE Exam

Question 1

what is the highest court in the U.S.

Answer 1

the supreme court

Question 2

where must a license plate be attached on a vehicle in Utah?

Answer 2

One in the front and the other on the rear

Question 3

what is the statute of limitations on an infraction

Answer 3

one year

Question 4

what is the illegal blood alcohol limit in Utah

Answer 4

.05%

Question 5

under what age are acts considered delinquent

Answer 5

between the ages of ten and 18

Question 6

what are the 3 basic fingerprint patterns

Answer 6

loops, whorls, and arches

Question 7

what is the Greek word for police

Answer 7

polis

Question 8

what must you do if an officer asks for your help while making an arrest

Answer 8

assist them

Question 9

what Utah agency receives criminal statistics and sends them to the F.B.I.

Answer 9

B.C.I. (bureau of criminal investigation)

Question 10

which agency was the first police agency in the U.S.

Answer 10

U.S.>

Question 11

what crime is committed if a person intentionally defaces

Answer 11

auto stripping

Question 12

what are the 3 components of the CJ system?

Answer 12

Corrections, court, law enforcement (is not private security)

Question 13

what are 2 rights that Miranda gives you

Answer 13

rights to a lawyer, right to remain silent

Question 14

what branch of government determines guilt and innocence

Answer 14

judicial

Question 15

what crime has been committed when a fight occurs

Answer 15

disorderly conduct

Question 16

what does MO mean

Answer 16

it stand for Modus Operandi. method of operation

Question 17

how many service hours must an officer complete yearly to remain certified

Answer 17

40 hours

Question 18

who is the founder of modern police principles

Answer 18

Sir Robert Peel

Question 19

what is the definition of reckless driving

Answer 19

driving with the willful without disregard for persons and property

Question 20

how old must you be to be a police officer in utah

Answer 20

21

Question 21

what traffic law can not be enforced on private property

Answer 21

speedy. you can not speed

Question 22

what right does the 6th amendment guarantee

Answer 22

the right to a speedy and public trial

Question 23

approximately what percentage of crime is reported

Answer 23

50%-60%

Question 24

what is the primary purpose of a police reported

Answer 24

add in the investigation preserve information so it helps you remember what you did at the crime scene, and record actions

Question 25

what branch of government makes the law

Answer 25

legislative branch

Question 26

what is the responsive time goal for an police officer during an emergency call

Answer 26

3-5 min

Question 27

at what time does an interview turn into an interrogation

Answer 27

when they are no longer free to leave

Question 28

what are the 4 elements of an arrest

Answer 28

1. intent 2. understand 3. authority 4. subjection

Question 29

when may a citizen perform a citizen's arrest

Answer 29

when a public offense is happening in their presence

Question 30

what crime has been committed when someone takes anything of value from another person by force or threat

Answer 30

robbery / larceny

Question 31

what is the 1st priority of a police officer upon arriving at a traffic accident

Answer 31

render first add, and to secure the seen

Question 32

what is the average reaction time in regard to driving emergencies

Answer 32

3/4 or 0.7 to 3 sec

Question 33

what are the basic patrol tactics that focus on community relations

Answer 33

community relations

Question 34

what is one of the things police can do according to the 4th amendment

Answer 34

conduct a reasonable search

Question 35

what should an officer do when searching for evidence

Answer 35

use one of the search patterns

Question 36

when can a body cavity be searched

Answer 36

a search warrant, and it needs to say searching body cavities

Question 37

how are most traffic offenses classified

Answer 37

as a class C misdemeanor

Question 38

which actions are not ethical for police while off duty

Answer 38

disclosing confidential information

Question 39

which law enforcement unit investigates allegations of improper conduct by an officer

Answer 39

internal affairs

Question 40

what is the legal paper charging someone with a crime

Answer 40

indictment or information

Question 41

what can a defendant gain in a plea bargain

Answer 41

lesser charge, lighter sentenced, and getting everything over with quickly

Question 42

the primary function of the utah supreme court is to hear appeals on what types of cases

Answer 42

cases of first degree and capital felony convictions from the distinct court

Question 43

what is a primary challenge

Answer 43

a defendant or lawyer's objection to a proposed juror, made without needing to give a reason

Question 44

who is a defendant allowed to talk to and the conversation is confidential

Answer 44

they can talk to their lawyer, spouse, clergy, and the doctor

Question 45

In Utah, who confirms the nomination of a potential judge named by the government?

Answer 45

the utah senate

Question 46

Who can represent a defendent during trial?

Answer 46

Your child

Question 47

Under what situation may a search be conducted under exigent circumstances?

Answer 47

Life threatening emergency

Question 48

What is considered a domestic disturbance?

Answer 48

Someone that has lived together. Two people that have had a child together. Girlfriend assaults boyfriend in front of daughter.

Question 49

What type of information CANNOT be used when determining probable cause?

Answer 49

Extrasensory perception ( a fortune teller )

Question 50

Which are factors that influence choices in police activity.

Answer 50

Policy, and the law

Question 51

What do adult probation and parole (AP&P) prepare for the judge before sentencing?

Answer 51

Precintent report

Question 52

What is the term for the release of a prisoner before their prison term is completed?

Answer 52

Jail brake

Question 53

What is the term for an inmate performing day-to-day duties ina jail or prison?

Answer 53

Trustees

Question 54

What are the legal rights of a prison inmate?

Answer 54

The eighth Amendment prohibition against cruel and unusual punishment. 1. Interviews with the media 2. Secured mail from legal counsel 3. Due process 4. Access to three showers per week

Question 55

Under what age are acts considered delinquent?

Answer 55

18

Question 56

Which constitutional right has not been extended to juveniles?

Answer 56

Trial by jury

Question 57

What does the term “In Loco Parentis Mean”?

Answer 57

In the place of parents

Question 58

What does the term “Parens Patrie” mean?

Answer 58

Parents for the state

Question 59

What are 3 status offenses?

Answer 59

Truancy, running away from home, violating curfew, underage use of alcohol, and general ungovernability.

Question 60

What are the two types of delinquent acts?

Answer 60

Overt and covert delinquency