Florida Police Exam Flashcards

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What does the term 'hybrid' refer to in the context of gangs?

Gangs that do not have any alliances
Gangs that operate under a single banner
Gangs composed of members from other gangs uniting to form a group (correct)
A single gang that operates independently

What do prisons maintain?

Private ownership
Federal and state government maintenance (correct)
Local government ownership
Non-profit management

What is the meaning of 'uttering'?

Knowingly exhibiting or publishing a document to someone or attempting to cash a check by claiming the check and the endorsement is real.

What does a 'patent' refer to in forensic contexts?

A foreign substance that transfers and makes prints visible. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'emergency notification equipment' include?

Emergency lights, sirens, headlights, PA system, and horn (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a Basic stun gun?

The electrodes attach to the front of the CEW. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Dart-Firing Stun Gun'?

The probes are the projectiles fired from the CEW and embedded into the subject. Signup and view all the answers

What Florida statute refers to unlawful compensation or reward for official behavior?

838.016 Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Class one' refer to?

Explosives (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Class two' refer to?

Gases neither solid nor liquid (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Class three' include?

Flammable liquids and combustibles (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are 'Class four' substances?

Flammable solids (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are 'Class five' substances?

Oxides and organic peroxides (B) Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes 'Class six' materials?

Toxic materials and infectious substances (C) Signup and view all the answers

Class seven substances include which of the following?

Radioactive substances (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are Class eight materials?

Corrosive substances (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which class does 'Class nine' represent?

Miscellaneous hazardous materials (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'incapacitation' in the context of physical engagement?

The expected effect when striking the chest area with an empty hand. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'auditory distortion' refer to?

Hearing may be diminished or amplified. Signup and view all the answers

What signifies 'opportunity' in a threat context?

Means the subject is capable of acting on a plan to cause death or great bodily harm. Signup and view all the answers

What area can be struck to cause temporary motor dysfunction?

Target areas for empty hand strikes include the front shoulder, top of forearm, inside of thigh, and top of calf. Signup and view all the answers

To warm up the muscles, increase heart rate, respiration, and perspiration, how many minutes?

5-7 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'three-point pin'?

Can effectively control the subject through mechanical and/or pain compliance by using the subject's shoulder and wrist. Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'back fist' technique involve?

Use the back of the fist to strike a specific target area. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'hammer fist'?

Most powerful strike that uses fluid shock. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'attempt' refer to in legal terms?

When a person does some act towards committing the crime beyond just thinking or talking about it. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of 1,000 in burglary cases?

Section 810.02 enhances the penalties for burglary if the suspect caused more than $1,000 damage to the property. Signup and view all the answers

What types of individuals may use incendiary devices?

Arsonists (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is 'double-aught buckshot'?

Shotgun ammunition that contains nine .33 caliber lead pellets. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'low' refer to in fentanyl exposure?

A low risk of exposure when fentanyl particles are not airborne and there is no contamination. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'foxed' mean regarding stun guns?

Electrodes on a stun gun are a certain distance apart and provide limited pain compliance. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'magazine floor plate' in firearms?

The base of the magazine. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'low kneeling'?

Turning down your ankle and sitting on the inside of your ankle. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'felony battery'?

Charges that indicate permanent disability. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'armor piercing' ammunition?

Made of solid carbon or tungsten steel coated with bright green Teflon. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'location' refer to in law enforcement?

The threat level of the suspect and the location of the wanted person may necessitate additional officers. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Sarah' stand for in context of assessments?

Scanning, assessment, response, analysis. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'scrape' refer to in forensic terms?

An indentation in the case that may weaken the case wall. Signup and view all the answers

What represents a 'dent' in an object?

A dimple or depression in the case. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'corrosion' in this context?

Layering of the case with oxidation or foreign material. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'puncture' mean regarding damage?

An actual tear, detachment, or rip that looks like an opening in the case body. Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'dispatcher' do?

Provides real-time information from federal, state, or local crime databases. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'avulsion' mean in medical treatment?

Securing the wound with a dry, clean dressing and bandaging. Signup and view all the answers

What precautions should be taken regarding reputable manufacturers?

Only use factory-loaded ammunition from a reputable manufacturer. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a vehicle's center of gravity is high?

The higher a vehicle's center of gravity, the lower its stability. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'head butt' technique used for?

A distraction technique that inflicts pain and temporarily diverts a subject's attention. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'ICS' stand for in law enforcement?

Helped officers handle situations like large vehicle crashes, hurricanes, wildfires, and missing persons. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'comb' in firearms terminology?

A part of the shotgun's stock that is the stick's top edge where the shooter's cheek rests. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'life threatening' entail in an emergency situation?

When responding as backup may include dealing with an active shooter or a vehicle crash with serious injuries. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'interview stance with an impact weapon' refer to?

A low-profile stance with the weapon held partially hidden behind the leg. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'forehand slash' technique?

As a subject strikes with the weapon, step to the inside of the arm. Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of disorderly conduct?

Urinating in public. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes indecent behavior?

Exposing themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'trauma' refer to in a medical context?

Injuries sustained by a patient. Signup and view all the answers

What does the sternum protect?

The heart, liver, and lungs. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'assumptions'?

Interpretations of what experience reveals and may not always be accurate. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'FCIC/NCIC' stand for?

Recovered property is entered in these systems. Signup and view all the answers

What age defines a missing endangered person?

Older than 26 years old. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'rim' refer to in firearms?

The edge on the base of the cartridge case that stops the progress of the case into the chamber. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'vice' refer to in law enforcement investigations?

Investigations that involve a lot of undercover work and developing intelligence. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'People nation' signify among gang members?

Gang members may use symbols such as the number 5, 5 pointed crown, and 5 pointed star. Signup and view all the answers

What does the U.S. court system include?

State, federal, county, and local courts. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'vertical communication'?

Information from the chief executive officer that flows down through supervision levels. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Florida elder help line?

Provides a wide range of information to help older residents obtain specific local social services. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'probable cause' mean?

A fair probability or reasonable grounds to believe that someone committed a crime. Signup and view all the answers

What does Illinois v. Gates (1983) establish?

Probable cause is a fluid concept based on the assessment of probabilities. Signup and view all the answers

What was established in Draper v. U.S. (1959)?

Probable cause exists when facts and circumstances within an officer's knowledge warrant belief that an offense has been committed. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'totality of circumstances' refer to?

Courts review all factors known to the officer at the time of the incident. Signup and view all the answers

What is established in United States v. Meade?

Fellow officer rule. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'proof beyond a reasonable doubt'?

Standard used to determine if a criminal defendant is guilty. Signup and view all the answers

What are the search warrant exceptions?

Consent, inventory, administrative, incident to arrest (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the Carroll Doctrine indicate?

Scope of search extends to the entire vehicle and containers where evidence could be found (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the four conditions under which probable cause is not required?

<ol> <li>Consent, 2. Inventory, 3. Administrative, 4. Incident to arrest.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What is a .38 special?

Revolver (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does a .40 caliber, .45 caliber, or 9mm represent?

Semi-automatic pistol (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of firearm is a 12 gauge?

Shotgun (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does a 'rifle and carbine' refer to?

0.223 Remington. Signup and view all the answers

What can happen if the rear tire fails in a vehicle?

The vehicle may lose traction and pull in an unpredictable direction. Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid if the tires will be immersed?

Driving through water if the tires will be immersed halfway or more. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'peripheral vision' enable?

The ability to see above, below, and to the sides. Signup and view all the answers

What does Pinellas Park v. Brown signify?

Law enforcement has a duty to protect the public when choosing to continue a pursuit. Signup and view all the answers

What does oversteering refer to?

When the rear tires lose traction at higher speeds and excessive braking occurs in a turn. Signup and view all the answers

What was established in Tennessee v. Garner (1985)?

The use of deadly force to apprehend a person for a non-dangerous crime was questioned. Signup and view all the answers

What should be checked in wires during inspections?

Fraying, corrosion, cracked, missing insulation, exposure. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'mechanical compliance'?

An officer may gain control over a subject by applying pressure or leverage on a joint. Signup and view all the answers

What does extraction/ejecting refer to in revolvers?

Pushing or pulling the cylinder release latch to rotate the cylinder out of the frame. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'hammer-lock'?

A technique used when a subject tries to pull away from an escort position. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol?

Some subjects comply when a CEW is used; others may not respond typically. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'criminal liability' refer to?

Occurs when an officer is found guilty of committing a crime. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'fluid shock principle'?

Strikes are delivered utilizing penetration for maximum effectiveness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'late apexing technique' in vehicle handling?

Steering the vehicle closest to the inside of the curve after reaching the apex. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'non-moving' refer to in traffic violations?

Tail lamps that are not functioning correctly. Signup and view all the answers

What is required before rendering first aid?

Must have a responsive competent adult's consent. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'drawn baton' require?

Adjust your stance to maintain balance while handling the baton. Signup and view all the answers

What does a Court Administrator do?

Responsible for the day-to-day administration of a court system. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'neuromuscular' involve in the context of CEWs?

The CEW gains compliance through pain or involuntary muscle contractions. Signup and view all the answers

How long should you flush a patient's injured eye in case of a chemical burn?

For 20 minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What are 'involuntary muscles'?

The walls of tubular organs like ducts and blood vessels. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'motor vehicle license' refer to?

Chapter 320 refers to regulations regarding motor vehicle licensing. Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Gangs and Organizational Structures

Hybrid gangs combine members from various existing gangs to form new groups.

Correctional Facilities

Prisons are operated by federal and state governments to manage incarceration.

Document Crimes

Uttering involves knowingly presenting or attempting to cash a fraudulent document.

Evidence Collection

Patent refers to marks made by foreign substances (e.g., paint, blood) that are visible due to friction.

Emergency Equipment

Emergency notification equipment includes lights, sirens, PA systems, and horns for communication during crises.

Stun Guns

Basic stun guns feature electrodes that attach directly to the front of the Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW).
Dart-firing stun guns use probes that act as projectiles, embedding into the subject.

Florida Statutes

Statute 838.016 addresses unlawful compensation or reward for official actions.

Hazard Classification

Class 1 denotes explosives, while different classes categorize materials based on their properties (e.g., gases, flammable liquids, toxic substances).

Self-Defense and Control Techniques

Ability indicates a subject's physical potential to inflict harm.
Incapacitation involves striking the chest area to disrupt a subject's attack.

Traffic Safety and Response

Drivers should avoid deep water to prevent loss of vehicle control; a rear tire failure can cause unpredictable handling.

Search and Legal Standards

Probable cause represents the reasonable belief that a crime has been committed based on circumstances.
Various exceptions to search warrants exist, including plain view and exigent circumstances.

Use of Force and Compliance

Mechanical compliance may involve joint manipulation to prompt a subject to follow commands.
Neuromuscular compliance reflects the involuntary muscle contractions induced by a CEW.

Communication in Law Enforcement

Vertical communication flows from higher authority down through organizational levels, ensuring clarity in directives.

Driving Techniques

Late apexing is a maneuver that optimizes the vehicle's path during turns for better control.

Court Administration

Court administrators oversee daily operations, including scheduling and facility management.

First Aid Procedures

Consent from a responsive adult is required before administering first aid.

Understanding Risks

Identifying contamination risks is crucial; a low risk indicates minimal airborne fentanyl particles.

Miscellaneous

The fluid shock principle explains the mechanics of strikes in self-defense, emphasizing muscle displacement and energy transfer.
Awareness of involuntary muscles is important in recognizing how various bodily systems function.

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