35 Questions
What is the minimum level of offense that can result in an officer's certification being acted against?
Misdemeanor
What is the consequence of pleading nolo contendere to a felony charge?
Certification action
What is required for a urine or blood test to be considered a valid reason for certification action?
The test must be administered according to F.A.C. requirements
What is an example of an act that can result in certification action, regardless of criminal prosecution?
Failing to maintain good moral character
What is the consequence of committing an act of excessive use of force, as explained under F.A.C.?
Certification action
What is the scope of the CJSTC's authority in terms of certification action?
Any jurisdiction, as long as the offense would be a felony in Florida
What is a key factor in determining whether an officer's certification will be acted against?
The severity of the offense
What is the consequence of being convicted of a felony offense in Florida?
The officer's certification is revoked.
What is the purpose of the penalty guidelines established by the CJSTC?
To provide a framework for disciplining officers who commit violations.
What is a possible consequence of subverting the SOCE process?
The officer's certification is revoked.
What is considered a violation of the CJSTC's standards of conduct?
Engaging in sexual harassment involving physical contact.
What is the maximum duration of probation that can be imposed on an officer who commits a violation?
Two years.
What is the consequence of making false statements during the employment process?
The officer is denied certification.
What is the purpose of the CJSTC's standards of conduct during basic recruit training?
To ensure recruits adhere to the same standards of conduct as sworn officers.
What is a possible consequence of engaging in any physical contact not required in the performance of official duties?
The officer's certification is revoked.
What is a possible reason for the CJSTC to act against an officer's certification?
The officer pleads guilty to a felony
What is considered a serious misdemeanor offense that may result in certification action?
Perjury or false statement
What is the consequence of an officer testing positive for a controlled substance?
The officer's certification is acted against
What is a possible consequence of committing an act that would have been a felony offense had the crime been completed or committed?
The officer's certification is acted against
What is required for an officer to maintain good moral character?
Adherence to the CJSTC's standards of conduct
What is a possible consequence of an officer committing an act of excessive use of force?
The officer's certification is acted against
What is the consequence of an officer pleading nolo contendere to a misdemeanor involving perjury or false statement?
The officer's certification is acted against
What is the consequence of an officer committing an act that would constitute a felony offense in another jurisdiction?
The officer's certification is acted against
What is the consequence of an officer failing to maintain good moral character?
The officer's certification is acted against
What is the consequence of an officer committing an act constituting a serious misdemeanor offense?
The officer's certification is acted against
What is the consequence of an officer engaging in sexual harassment involving physical contact?
Revocation of certification
What happens to an officer who subverts the SOCE process?
Their certification is revoked
What type of relationships are prohibited for an officer?
Unprofessional relationships with an inmate or detainee
What is the purpose of the penalty guidelines established by the CJSTC?
To provide a framework for disciplining officers
What is the consequence of an officer committing a felony offense?
Their certification is revoked
What is the purpose of adhering to the CJSTC's standards of conduct during basic recruit training?
To maintain professional standards
What type of communication is prohibited for an officer?
Written or oral communication that facilitates prohibited conduct
What is the consequence of making false statements during the employment process?
Revocation of certification
What type of physical contact is prohibited for an officer?
Physical contact that is normally associated with the demonstration of affection or sexual misconduct
What is the purpose of the CJSTC's disciplinary process?
To provide a framework for disciplining officers
Learn about the circumstances under which the CJSTC may act against an officer's certification, including felony and misdemeanor convictions, and false statements. Understand the rules and regulations governing officer certification. Test your knowledge of law enforcement protocols.
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