Final Exam Flashcards
(121 cards)
1
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What must an officer have to initiate a lawful vehicle stop
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PC or ARS
2
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Before initiating a pullover, what should the officer communicate to dispatch
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Location, vehicle Description (CYMBALS), and occupant info
3
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Which Vehicle Positioning method is not recommended during a standard pullover
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Center Lane block
4
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What should an officer be positioned when talking to the driver
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Slightly behind the driver, next to the doorpost.
5
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What type of stop involves a known or suspected serious crime?
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High-risk stop
6
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What is a key safety rule for high- risk pullovers?
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minimum of two officers is required
7
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what must an officer do before walking up to the drivers side door?
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Lightly press the trunk to ensure its closed
8
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what is the correct way to remove a suspect- during a high-risk stop?
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one officer commands the other provides cover
9
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when should a vehicle search be conducted
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Incident to a lawful arrest and as close in time as possible
10
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what should officers avoid when making a stop
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complacency and assumption
11
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what is the key difference between an interview and an interrogation
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interviews are non- accusatory; interrogations are accusatory
12
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which of the following is a recommended tactic during an interview
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open-ended question
13
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when is Miranda warning required
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when a person is in custody and being interrogated
14
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what should the officer do if a suspect- invokes their right to remain silent
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cease all questioning immediately
15
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which technique is the best to detect deception during an interview
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monitor baseline behavior and look for inconsistencies
16
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what is a benefit of conducting in a comfortable environment
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it encourages a natural conversation
17
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which is an example of a leading
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did you see the man in the red hat.
18
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when should written statements be obtained from a suspect
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immediately after Miranda rights are read and waived
19
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which of the following is not a recommended interview practice
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being judgmental
20
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what does the term “custodial interrogation” refer to?
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questioning after arrest where the person is not free to leave
21
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what is the purpose of the booking process?
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to document and process the arrest
22
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when must an officer read Miranda rights during an arrest
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only if questioning is to occur while in custody
23
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what should the officer do if the arrestee refuses to sign the property inventory
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write “refused to sign “ and have witness sign
24
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what is the officers responsibility after taking custody of a suspect
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book the suspect and ensure safety
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why is searching the arrestee during booking necessary
to find weapons or contraband
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what is included in the booking process
identification, fingerprints, and charges
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what should be done if contraband is found during a booking search
document and secure evidence
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if an arrestee claims a medical emergency, what is the officers obligation?
notify medical staff or EMS immediately
29
who is responsible for ensuring proper documentation during arrest and booking
the arresting officer
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what documentation must follow a suspect into jail custody
arrest warrant and report
31
what is the primary purpose of a police report
document facts and details for investigative and legal purposes
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what type of writing should a police report reflect
clear, concise and objective
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in what order should a police report be written
chronological order
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what must be avoided in a professional report
slang, and personal opinions
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what should be included when describing people in a report
physical description, ex: height, weight , clothing , actions
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what should officers do if they make an error in a written report
line through the error, write correction, initial
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when should a report be written after an incident
within 24hr or department time frame
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what should officers avoid using when typing their report
abbreviations not universally understood
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what is the role of the narrative section in a police report
tell the sequences of events in detail
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what is the value of proofreading a report before submission
ensure accuracy, professionalism, clarity
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what is the goal of direct examination in court
to present the case clearly and credibly
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what should an officer do when asked a question they don't understand on the stand
ask for clarification
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what is the purpose of cross- examination
to test the credibility and accuracy of testimony
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how should an officer behave while waiting to testify in court
remain professional and quite
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what is the best way to answer questions while testifying
clearly and only what's asked
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what should officers do if they realize they've made an error in testimony
inform the court immediately
47
how should an officer dress when appearing in court
in uniform or professional attire
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which of the following actions may damage an officers credibility in court
showing bias or hostility
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what is an important factor in courtroom demeanor
confidence and clarity
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what should an officer avoid doing while testifying
volunteering information not asked
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what is the guiding principal behind use of force decisions
reasonableness under the totality of the circumstances
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what U.S supreme court case established the objective reasonableness standard for use of force
Graham v Connor
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which case limited deadly force to situations involving imminent threat
Tennessee v Garner
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what is the primary purpose of the use of force continuum
provide a guideline for appropriate force repose levels
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what type of force is considered deadly
firearm discharge
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what must be present for an officer to use deadly force legally
imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm
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what is an example of a non-deadly use of force option
taser, OC spray
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what should what should an officer do after using any level of force
file a detailed report and notify supervisor
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what influences how force is evaluated in court
what a reasonable officer would do in a similar circumstances
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what is the main goal when using force
Gain compliance and control
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what is the foundation of ethical behavior in law enforcement
the law and department policy
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what is the best description of "noble cause corruption"
using unethical means to achieve a perceived good outcome
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beating pressured to lie to protect a fellow officer is
an ethical dilemma
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what is one way officers can maintain professional
follow department guidelines and legal standards
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why is impartiality important in law enforcement
to ensure fairness and build public trust
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what should an officer do if they witness unethical conduct
report it through proper channels
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what is a conflict of interest
personal interest interfering with official duties
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what action could be considered misconduct
accepting a free meal for overlooking a violation
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why should officers avoid gossiping about cases
it violates confidentiality and trust
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what is consequence of unethical behavior in LE
Disciplinary actions or termination
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at what age can a child be charged as an adult in Georgia for certain violent felonies
13
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what is the primary goal of Juvenile justice system
rehabilitation
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a juvenile in GA is defined as a person under age ____
17
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what is a status offense
an act that is only unlawful due to the offenders age
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Give an example of a statues offense
truancy, runaway
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when just Miranda rights be given to a juvenile
when in custody and subject to interrogation
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who may be present during a juveniles interrogation
parent, guardian or attorney
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what is an adjudication hearing in juvenile court similar to in adult court
trial
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what does a disposition hearing determine in juvenile court
sentencing or treatment plan
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can juveniles be held in adult jails in GA
only under specific, limited exceptions
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what is the definition of a felony in GA
a crime punishable by death, life or more than 1 year in Imprisonment
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what is required for a lawful arrest
PC
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what does the 4th amendment protect against
unreasonable searches and seizures
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when may an officer conduct a frisk during a stop
when the officer has reasonable suspicion the person is armed and dangerous
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what is the exclusionary rule
a legal principal that excludes unlawfully obtained evidence
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what does Miranda v Arizona require LE to do
inform individuals of their rights before custodial interrogation
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which case determined that deadly force may not be used against a fleeing felon unless they pose a significant threat
Tennessee v Garner
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what is the burden of proof in a criminal trial
Beyond reasonable doubt
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what is double Jeopardy
trying someone twice for the same offense
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when is a search warrant generally required
to enter a home to search for evidence
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what is the definition of a "move over law" in GA
change lanes or slow down for emergency vehicles on the side of the road
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what is the legal BAC limit for drivers over the age of 21 in GA
.08%
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when is it legal to pass another vehicle in a two-lane road
when the yellow line is broken and conditions are safe
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what does GA law require during a traffic accident involving injury or death
stop, render aid, and notify LE
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what is the punishment for driving with a suspended license in GA
arrest and possible jail time
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what should a driver do when approaching a flashing red traffic light
treat it as a stop sign
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what can be legally used to prove a DUI in GA
Breath, blood, or urine test
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what is the minimum age to obtain a class C drivers license in GA
18
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what must a driver do when an emergency vehicle with lights and siren approaches
pull to the nearest shoulder or curb and stop
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how many points in a 2 year period may lead to license suspension in GA for drivers under 21
6
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what is the first step in securing a crime Scene
establish a perimeter and prevent entry
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what should an officer do if evidence must be moved for safety reasons
move it and document its original location and reason for moving
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what is the purpose of a crime Scene log
track every person who enters and exits a scene
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why is it important to photograph a crime Scene before anything touched or moved
to capture initial conditions as evidence
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what is chain of custody
documentation of who handled evidence and when
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what kind of evidence is fingerprints
physical evidence
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what does the acronym MO (modus operandi) refer to
method used by the suspect to commit the crime
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which of the following is NOT a reason to collect trace evidence
A) it may link the suspect to the crime
B) it may help prosecution
C) its to small to matter
C) its to small to matter
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why must officers wear gloves when collecting evidence
to prevent contamination
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what should be included on an evidence label
case number, item description, date, time, and collectors name
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what is the primary goal when responding to someone in crisis
stabilize the situation and ensure safety
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what is the primary concern when responding to a domestic violence call
officer and victim safety
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what is a common characteristic of DV offenders
power and control over the control over the victim
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what should an officer do upon arriving to a DV scene
separate involved parties and assess for injuries
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what tool is often used by officers to determine the primary aggressor
injury severity, witness statements and past abuse
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what is a protective order
a court-issued order to prevent further contact or harm
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what is one reason DV is under reported
fear of retaliation or economic dependency
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which of the following best describes the cycle of violence
honeymoon, tension-building, explosion
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how should officers treat allegations of strangualtion
as a serious felony with possible internal injuries
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what should be documented in a domestic violence report
detailed observations, statements, injuries and scene photos
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why is it important to photograph the DV scene
to preserve evidence for prosecution
