Mock Exam #1 Flashcards by Ruben Aceves

A(n) is a conflict regarding the application of a contract or MOU.

A. complaint
B. grievance
C. objection
D. injustice

grievance

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In the event an officer is involved in an incident such as a shooting, assault, or vehicle accident and the soft body armor is hit by a bullet or other penetrating object or damaged in any way, the officer shall have thorough physical exam even if no apparent injury and as soon as practical after the incident, but no later than ______ working day(s) a report is to be forwarded to Supply Services Unit concerning ballistics protection afforded by the soft body armor?

A. 10 working
B. 15 working
C. 20 working
D. 25 working

10 working

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What are the five (5) critical elements of a successful substance abuse program?

A. Consistency, Confirmation, Collection, Chain of Custody, and Control.
B. Crisis Intervention, Collection, Confirmation, Command, and Control.
C. Detection, Determination, Documentation, Distribution, and Dismissal.
D. None of the Above.

Consistency, Confirmation, Collection, Chain of Custody, and Control.

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It is not necessary to retain field notes if all of the following conditions are met: The notes are incorporated into a formal report; the report accurately reflects the contents of the notes; the prosecutor turns over a copy of the formal report to the defense prior to the start of trial.

A. True
B. False

True

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Of the 21 Bargaining Units throughout the state, CHP employees are contained within of them.

A. 3
B. 6
C. 9
D. 12

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According to Department policy, Officers should/shall charge 16028(a) VC, evidence of financial responsibility, when citing a person for a VC violation and they cannot provide adequate proof of insurance.

A. Should
B. Shall

Shall

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Officers _______ (should/shall) not use OC at a distance of less than ________ feet unless an extreme hazard exists, and ________ (should/shall) not aim directly into subject’s eyes at a distance less than ________ feet.

A. shall/3 feet & should/5 feet
B. should/3 feet & should/5 feet
C. should/5 feet & should/5 feet

shall/3 feet & should 5 feet

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If a conflict exists between Department of Personnel Administration (DPA) rules and a negotiated MOU, .

A. the MOU is controlling
B. DPA rules are controlling
C. mediation is required
D. the employee is automatically exonerated

the MOU is controlling

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A supervisor should/shall have copies of the CHP 103, Certificate of Release From Custody on their possession.

A. Should
B. Shall

Shall

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Per 40600 VC, officers investigating a traffic collision may issue a 215 to any person involved in a traffic collision whom the officer has reasonable cause to believe committed a VC violation that was a factor in the occurrence of the traffic collision.

A. True
B. False

True

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Once a violator is taken into custody and being transported to the jail to see the magistrate for failure to sign the 215, he/she cannot change their mind, sign the 215, and be released.

A. True
B. False

False

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How much urine must be obtained for a substance abuse test?

A. 30 micrograms
B. 30 milliliters
C. 60 micrograms
D. 60 milliliters

60 milliliters

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A grievance and/or complaint must be filed on what form?

A. CHP 2
B. CHP 51
C. CHP 94
D. CHP 610

CHP 94

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Officers ________ (should/shall) not use legal intervention when the speed is greater than 35 miles per hour?

A. should
B. shall

should

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All arrestees have the right to _________ completed phone calls immediately upon being booked and, unless impossible, within _________ hours of after being arrested.

A. 2, 2
B. 2, 3
C. 3, 3
D. 1, 2

3,3

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Evidence is either direct or _______?

A. physical
B. indirect
C. circumstantial
D. redirected

circumstantial

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Officers are permitted to stop a motorcyclist to determine if the helmet meets FMVSS 218 requirements.

A. True
B. False

False

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Officers ___________ (should/shall) abort a pursuit approaching a school zone.

A. should
B. shall

should

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Money ________ be counted by two employees, one of which ________ be a supervisor.

A. should, should
B. should, shall
C. shall, shall
D. shall, should

shall, should

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The supervisor should complete the reasonable suspicion report and provide a copy to the affected employee within hours.

A. 24
B. 36
C. 48
D. 72

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Following an on-duty combat shooting incident, if the primary investigator or designee is not allowed to participate in the interrogation, the investigator shall inform the employee of the __________ ________ _______.

A. Legal Representation Program
B. Employee Assistance Program
C. Right To Know Act

Legal Representation Program

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Weapons seized pursuant to Section 12028.5(b) pc, family violence incidents, shall be held at least ______ hours and returned no later than _____ hours after being seized.

A. 24, 48
B. 24, 72
C. 48, 72
D. 72, 96

48, 72

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Officer Jolly stopped D’Arelli for speeding. Upon contact, D’Arelli denied having a driver’s license or registration. While searching the glove box for registration, Officer Jolly found several checks that appeared to be stolen in a yellow envelope. D’Arelli was arrested and charged with theft.

A. The Officer’s search was illegal as he was only permitted to look for contraband.
B. The Officer may only search under the sun visor where registration may be kept.
C. The Officer may search anywhere the registration may reasonably be expected to be found.
D. The Officer may search the entire vehicle for registration documents.

The Officer may search anywhere the registration may reasonable be expected to be found.

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Upon completion of a high-risk stop, and the party is found to be innocent, a CHP 268 ________ (should/shall) be completed.

A. shall
B. should

shall

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25. In the relationship between employees and management, the supervisor is . A. the superseding authority B. the primary link between the two C. an insignificant part D. responsible for disciplinary proceedings

the primary link between the two

26. When the CHP 268 is prepared for liability purposes only, and there is no civil action pending do you still need to attach arrest reports, accident reports, or CHP 180s to the CHP 268? A. No B. Yes, because the 268 is a stand alone document C. Yes, because the 268 is considered evidence

27. Inventories of the property system shall be conducted _______ to ensure the integrity of the system. A. weekly B. monthly C. quarterly D. annually

annually

28. There shall be only ______ key(s) or sets of keys to the property room and temporary storage lockers. A. one B. two C. three D. four

two

29. Officers _____ (should/shall) not place their finger on the trigger of their departmentally approved weapon during a tactical situation. A. should B. shall

should

30. An employee who reports to work with alcohol on his/her breath but determined not under the influence should be . A. taken to the nearest detention facility B. placed on dock status for the remainder of the shift C. returned to full duty as the employee is not under the influence D. immediately referred to DPA for termination proceedings

placed on dock status for the remainder of the shift

31. Transfer of prisoner custody requires an immediate search by the ______ ______? A. receiving officer B. arresting officer C. court officer

receiving officer

32. The Evidence Officer should be an active field officer or investigator involved in collecting evidence in the field. A. True B. False

False

33. Evidence will not be left in temporary lockers more than ______ day(s), excluding weekends and holidays. A. One B. Two C. Four D. Five

One

34. The property room should be clearly identified as such by external signs or markings. A. True B. False

False

35. If an officer is within 50 miles of headquarters or his/her residence, can the officer be eligible for overtime meals? A. Yes B. No

Yes

36. An officer shall accept custody of a person arrested via a private person’s arrest and take the suspect forthwith. A. True B. False

False

37. Head strikes with the side handle baton are potentially lethal and shall be avoided unless the officer is subjected to a _____________situation in which all lesser means of suspect control have been exhausted? A. life threatening. B. fear causing C. strenuous

life treatening

38. Can an officer who rides a privately-owned motorcycle or motor-driven cycle while on official state business claim mileage on a TEC? A. Yes B. No

39. What are the vital points of a suspect’s body that should be targeted when using personal weapons? (mark all that apply) ``` A. Eyes B. Ankle C. Throat D. Groin E. Hip F. Neck G. Back ```

Eyes, Throat, Groin, Neck and Back

40. In regards to the sale of reports to the public by an area office, shortages due to fraud, embezzlement, burglaries, or robberies shall be reported to FMS, Cashiering Unit. Shortages of ___ dollars or more must be reported in writing no later than the first business day following the discovery of the shortage. A. 4 B. 6 C. 8 D. 10

41. An officer must advise a juvenile that he/she is entitled to have their parents present during questioning. A. True B. False

False

42. What are the three basic types of evidence? A. Administrative, Criminal, Non-Criminal B. Administrative, Documentary, Criminal C. Testimonial, Administrative, Criminal D. Testimonial, Documentary, Physical

Testimonial, Documentary, Physical

43. Evidence gathered during an administrative investigation should be treated the same as evidence gathered during a criminal investigation. The evidence shall be retained for a minimum of ___?____ years, or the life of the investigative file, which ever is longer. A. two B. three C. four D. five

five

44. A giant falcon lays an egg while in flight and the egg slams into and shatters the windshield of Officer Smith’s patrol vehicle but causes no injuries to officer Smith. Is this a reportable occurrence per HPM 11.1, Chapter 7? A. No B. Yes C. I don’t know D. Shouldn’t the ASM handle this?

45. When a hostage incident becomes mobile, maximum use of law enforcement aircraft should be made as quickly as possible? (True/False) A. True B. False

True

46. When a change in working conditions is being implemented, the affected Bargaining Units shall be granted an opportunity to . A. meet and greet B. meet and confer C. deliberate and discuss D. bargain and beg

meet and confer

47. All found or unclaimed property, other than firearms, shall be held for a period of _____ days prior to disposal? A. 20 B. 30 C. 60 D. 90

48. All firearms must be held locally for _____ days prior to disposal? A. 60 B. 90 C. 120 D. 180

180

49. Is a CHP 268, Potential Civil Liability Report required if a high risk stop is conducted on a suspected auto thief and it later turns out that the suspect was an innocent party who’s vehicle had recently been recovered by the CHP but the plate was still in the system as stolen? A. Yes B. No

Yes

50. The Victims of Violent Crimes Program requires law enforcement agencies to inform individuals who are victims of violent crimes of the availability of the indemnification program. What is the Department’s responsibility as it relates to this program? A. Each office should provide a CHP 170, Notice of Violent Crimes B. Each office shall provide a CHP 170, Notice of Violent Crimes C. Each office should refer the victimes to the local agencey D. The Department doesn’t handle violent crimes.

Each office shall provide a CHP 170, Notice of Violent Crimes

51. During peak traffic periods, enforcement actions should be primarily directed against hazardous accident and congestion-causing violations. Special emphasis should be placed on ______________ (what violations)?(mark all that apply) ``` A. Slow-moving vehicles impeding traffic B. Mechanical violations C. Unsafe lane changes D. Commercial violations E. Following too closely F. Speed G. DUI ```

Slow moving vehicles impeding traffic, unsafe lane changes, following too closely, speed and DUI

52. Documentary evidence _______ be marked with _____ ink. A. should, red B. should, blue C. shall, red D. shall, blue

shall, blue

53. An officer’s sister is involved with someone who the officer believes is of poor character. He has determined that this individual has been arrested in the past but does not know any information about the seriousness or nature of the offence(s). With the sole motivation of protecting his sister from possible harm, the officer runs a criminal history check on this individual, reads the information and then immediately destroys the record using an approved criss-cross paper shredder. Has the officer violated any laws? A. Yes B. No

Yes

54. In regards to classified materials, what category would a citizen's complaint fall under? A. Confidential B. Classified C. Law enforcement knowledge only D. Secret

Confidential

55. Negative test results and the documentation regarding reasonable suspicion for the test will be maintained separate from the employee’s personnel file for or until such time as any litigation arising from circumstances leading to the test has concluded, whichever is longer. (HPM 9.2, p. 10-2) A. three (3) years B. five (5) years C. seven (7) years D. indefinitely

five (5) years

56. The use of the PR-24 may be used on passive demonstrators during the forcible contact mode. A. True B. False

False

57. The _______provides the organizational structure for planning and assigns specific responsibilities to designated personnel. ``` A. Operational Command Plan B. Incident Command System C. Logistical Resource System D. Organizational Planning E. None of the above ```

Incident Command System

58. Chemical agents and/or nonlethal weapons ____be used for the purpose of dispersing large or illegally gathered crowds that are endangering lives and/or property. ``` A. may B. shall C. should D. could E. would ```

may

59. Every officer and sergeant shall demonstrate his/her proficiency and be certified _____________ In (a) enforcement tactics, (b) physical methods of arrest techniques, and (c) proper use of safety equipment? A. annually B. quarterly C. semi-annually

annually

60. The authority to arrest a demonstrator lies within___. ``` A. the Penal code B. the Vehicle Code C. the Government Code D. Fish and Game Code E. Nintendo Codes ```

the Penal code

61. When departmental policy and the provisions of a contract are in direct conflict with one another, the . A. policy will normally prevail B. contract shall prevail C. conflict must be resolved through mediation D. issue must be sent to the Commissioner for resolution

contract shall prevail

62. The property supervisor shall conduct a ________ audit of the property system. A. weekly B. monthly C. quarterly D. yearly

quarterly

63. Officer stopped Suspect Smith for speeding. Upon check of Smith’s DL, arrested him for an outstanding warrant. Incident to an arrest, Officer searched the trunk of Smith’s car, found an illegal automatic gun, and charged him with the additional violation. A. The search of Smith’s trunk was a legal search. B. The search of Smith’s trunk was a violation of his 4th Amendment Rights. C. The search of Smith’s trunk was an illegal search. D. The search of Smith’s trunk violated his 6th Amendment Rights. E. Both b and c.

Both B and C

64. At the officer's discretion, what persons may be exempted from handcuffing to the rear? (mark all that apply) ``` A. Sick, B. Mentally ill C. Injured D. Disabled E. Elderly F. Visibly pregnant G. Diplomats ```

Sick, Injured, Disabled, Elderly, Visibly pregnant

65. The supervisor who made the initial determination of reasonable suspicion must document the report on the . (HPM 9.2, p. 11-1) A. CHP 216 and marked SECRET B. CHP 216 and marked CONFIDENTIAL C. CHP 202 and marked SECRET D. CHP 202 and marked CONFIDENTIAL

CHP 202 and marked CONFIDENTIAL

66. With the exception of _____________, controlled substances shall be placed in heat sealed polyester bags by the booking officer. A. PCP B. Crystal meth C. Barbiturates D. Wet marijuana

Wet marijuana

67. Officer stopped Suspect Jones for suspected DUI. Upon contact, it was determined Jones was not under the influence. Officer saw an open bottle of beer on the floor and conducted a search of the passenger compartment. Officer opened an eyeglass case found on the floorboard and found rock cocaine. The driver was arrested for the drug violation. A. The search of Jones’ eyeglass case was a legal search. B. The search of Jones’ eyeglass case was a violation her 4th Amendment Rights. C. The search of Jones’ eyeglass case was a violation of her 1st Amendment Rights. D. When looking for contraband, officers can search the entire vehicle and all compartments therein. E. Both a and d.

The search of Jones’ eyeglass case was a violation her 4th Amendment Rights.

68. MAIT evidence shall be retained for _________ years? A. two B. five C. seven D. ten

ten

69. The Side Handle Baton shall be carried by all _________&__________ during the course of enforcement duties? A. all officers and sergeants B. all officers and clerical C. all sergeants and above D. all officers and above

all officers and sergeants

70. Officer observed Lopez walking through a shopping center at 1:20 am when all the stores were closed. He shined a spotlight on him and got out of his car and said, “Come over here. I want to talk to you.” The action of the officer was a: A. Consensual encounter B. Detention C. Arrest D. None of the above

Detention

71. In California, a contemporaneous, albeit anonymous, 9-1-1 report of suspected drunk driving can justify a brief investigatory detention. A. True B. False

True

72. Officer made a pedestrian stop at 1:00 am in a secluded rest area known for violence. During a limited patdown for weapons of pedestrian Barnett, Officer felt a soft object which he squeezed enough to conclude it was plastic with something in it. He reached into detained Barnett’s pocket and retrieved a baggie with some marijuana and cocaine. A. The patdown search was lawful as the officer had a hunch Barnett was carrying drugs. B. The patdown search was unlawful as he should be looking for weapons only. C. The patdown search was lawful as the officer felt what he thought may have been drugs. D. The officer can manipulate the unknown item until he’s sure it’s drugs, then retrieve the item.

The putdown search was unlawful and he should be looking for weapons only.

73. The Confirming Official is defined as . A. the Area Commander of the investigated employee B. the Academy Doctor C. first designated manager in the supervisor’s chain of command D. investigated employee’s designated Association Representative

first designated manager int he supervisor's chain of command

74. The carrying of the side handle baton during rest or lunch breaks is ____________; however, it is not ___________. A. Encouraged / mandatory B. Mandatory / encouraged C. Discouraged / not mandatory

Encouraged / mandatory

75. After a drug test kit is used, employees shall dispose of the used kit utilizing only the authorized container at the Area office. The authorized disposal container shall be at least a 3 gallon bucket, with a closable lid, which contains ____________ at the bottom of the bucket. A. Neutralizing powder B. Ascorbic acid C. An absorbable material D. A gallon of water

An absorbable material

76. When pat-searching detainee Ross for weapons, an Officer felt a clump of small resilient objects in his pocket. He believed, based on his experience, that the objects were felt heroin-filled balloons. Officer reached inside the suspect's jacket and retrieved two clear bags, each containing 50 rolled balloons. A. The patdown search was lawful as the officer had a hunch Ross was carrying drugs. B. The patdown search was unlawful as he should be looking for weapons only. C. The patdown search was lawful as the officer immediately recognized the items were drugs. D. The officer can manipulate the unknown item until he’s sure it’s drugs, then retrieve the item.

The patdown search was lawful as the officer immediately recognized the items were drugs.

77. The Peace Officers’ Bill of Rights (POBR) is extended to all CHP employees, except . A. clerical employees B. supervisors C. cadets D. none of the above

cadets

78. The nylon leg restraint is _______(recommended/required) for use on subjects who are extremely combative? A. recommended B. required

recommended

79. Departmental members ______ (should/shall) advise radio whenever they transport female prisoners, and ________ (should/shall) notify radio whenever any females other than government employees on official business, are transported? A. should / should B. shall / should C. shall / shall

shall / shall

80. Officer placed stolen car under surveillance. When suspect approached it, officer recognized him as someone he had previously arrested for car theft and who had been armed and dangerous. When officer approached, suspect fled into a private residence and slammed the door in the officer's face. A. The officer may not enter the residence and must obtain a warrant. B. A warrant is always required to enter someone’s home. C. The officer may enter the home without a warrant. D. The suspect committed no crime, thus a warrant is required.

The officer may enter the home without a warrant.

81. Juveniles are allowed to make _________ completed phone calls immediately upon being taken to a place of confinement. A. 1 B. 2 C. 3 D. 4

82. Officers _________ not conduct enforcements stops for the primary purpose of drug interdiction in the absence of probable cause or reasonable suspicion to believe the motorist is involved in illegal drug-related activity. A. should B. shall

shall

83. The plays the most important role in any successful substance testing program. A. Rank and File Employee B. First Line Supervisor C. Confirming Official D. Executive Management Team

First line supervisor

84. Officers are not permitted to escort a minor into an adult detention facility for the purposes of conducting a chemical test. A. True B. False

False

85. Concerning riot control, which of the following is not an operational mode? ``` A. Visible presence B. Non aggressive contact mode C. Assertive contact mode D. Forcible contact mode E. Passive contact mode ```

Passive contact mode

86. Officers are not permitted to transport pregnant mothers to the hospital in an emergency. A. True B. False

False

87. The Evidence Officer will have one key / set of keys to the evidence room and the other will be placed in a(n) _________ and secured ______________________. A. locked container / in the office file cabinet B. locked container / in the evidence room C. envelope / in the office safe D. envelope / in the office of the commander

envelope / in the office of the commander

88. The Department has determined that personnel assigned to the_______________, shall be the only personnel authorized to attempt to restore serial numbers on weapons. A. Bureau of Internal affairs B. Evidence officer position C. Range officer position D. Academy Weapons Control Unit

Academy Weapons Control Unit

89. Officers shall accept expired insurance cards if the driver states that the policy is still in effect and the card contains the name of the insurance company and the policy number. A. True B. False

True

90. Upon receiving test results from the laboratory, the Medical Review officer provide a written explanation of the test results to the Commissioner for review and consideration. A. may B. should C. shall D. can

shall

91. When acting as an employee’s Bargaining Unit Representative, the representative is . A. on the same level as the Governor B. required to provide credentials identifying him/her as a representative C. on the same level as management D. required to call the room to attention

on the same level as management

92. How many levels does the grievance/complaint process have and what are they? A. Five: Informal Level, Level 1 (Area Commander), Level 2 (Division Commander), Level 3 (Commissioner), Level 4 (DPA). B. Three. Level 1 (Area Command), Level 2 (Division Command), Level 3 (Commissioner). C. Ten. Level 1 (Sergeant), Level 2 (Lieutenant), Level 3 (Commander), Level 4 (Division Commander), Level 5 (Executive Assistant), Level 6 (Assistant Commissioner, Staff), Level 7 (Commissioner), Level 8 (DPA), Level 9 (State Personnel Board), Level 10 (Governor). D. None of the Above.

Five: Informal Level, Level 1 (Area Commander), Level 2 (Division Commander), Level 3 (Commissioner), Level 4 (DPA).

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