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In physical arrest, the police role is essentially __________. (31)
In physical arrest, the police role is essentially __________. (31)
__________ is the state of the case which, after the entire comparison and consideration of all the evidence, leaves the minds of jurors in the condition that they cannot say they feel an abiding conviction, to a moral certainty, of the truth of the charge. (32)
__________ is the state of the case which, after the entire comparison and consideration of all the evidence, leaves the minds of jurors in the condition that they cannot say they feel an abiding conviction, to a moral certainty, of the truth of the charge. (32)
Short rapid blasts are used to __________. (34)
Short rapid blasts are used to __________. (34)
A person is stopped for speeding and is contacted by the police officer. The person offers the police officer $100 to disregard the traffic offense. What offense has occurred in addition to speeding? (8)
A person is stopped for speeding and is contacted by the police officer. The person offers the police officer $100 to disregard the traffic offense. What offense has occurred in addition to speeding? (8)
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Perjury consists of making a false statement. (8)
Perjury consists of making a false statement. (8)
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According to Sec. 218.3 Legislatively Required Continuing Education for Licensees, the legislatively required continuing education program for individuals licensed as peace officers shall consist of __________ hours of training. (4)
According to Sec. 218.3 Legislatively Required Continuing Education for Licensees, the legislatively required continuing education program for individuals licensed as peace officers shall consist of __________ hours of training. (4)
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__________ is the process of legally gathering evidence of a crime that has been or is being committed. (35)
__________ is the process of legally gathering evidence of a crime that has been or is being committed. (35)
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__________ is a motor vehicle designed and used primarily to draw another vehicle but not constructed to carry a load other than a part of the weight of the other vehicle and its load. (22)
__________ is a motor vehicle designed and used primarily to draw another vehicle but not constructed to carry a load other than a part of the weight of the other vehicle and its load. (22)
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How long is a search warrant valid? (10)
How long is a search warrant valid? (10)
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__________ is a place designated by law for the confinement of a person arrested for, charged with, or convicted of a criminal offense. (8)
__________ is a place designated by law for the confinement of a person arrested for, charged with, or convicted of a criminal offense. (8)
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The writ that is issued under seal, commanding a peace officer to deliver the body of a witness before a grand jury proceeding is called __________. (14)
The writ that is issued under seal, commanding a peace officer to deliver the body of a witness before a grand jury proceeding is called __________. (14)
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The six major categories of drugs does not include __________. (15)
The six major categories of drugs does not include __________. (15)
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Exclusionary Rule: The purpose of the rule is to deter police __________. (10)
Exclusionary Rule: The purpose of the rule is to deter police __________. (10)
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A person finds a vehicle unlocked and running outside of a convenience store. The person enters the vehicle and takes it for a short joy ride. The person returns the vehicle ten minutes later without the vehicle's owner ever noticing it was missing. What offense has occurred? (8)
A person finds a vehicle unlocked and running outside of a convenience store. The person enters the vehicle and takes it for a short joy ride. The person returns the vehicle ten minutes later without the vehicle's owner ever noticing it was missing. What offense has occurred? (8)
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Audible devices are __________ effective in heavy traffic. (34)
Audible devices are __________ effective in heavy traffic. (34)
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If the peace officer does not take temporary possession of the child, the officer shall obtain the child's current address and any other relevant information and report that information to the Department of Family and Protective Services. (19)
If the peace officer does not take temporary possession of the child, the officer shall obtain the child's current address and any other relevant information and report that information to the Department of Family and Protective Services. (19)
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Every aspect of human behavior is influenced by personal values __________. (1)
Every aspect of human behavior is influenced by personal values __________. (1)
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A __________ means a notice placed on a consumer file that prohibits a consumer-reporting agency from releasing a consumer report relating to the extension of credit involving the consumer file without the express authorization of the consumer. (12)
A __________ means a notice placed on a consumer file that prohibits a consumer-reporting agency from releasing a consumer report relating to the extension of credit involving the consumer file without the express authorization of the consumer. (12)
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Which of the following is not an "authorized emergency vehicle" in accordance with the Transportation Code? (22)
Which of the following is not an "authorized emergency vehicle" in accordance with the Transportation Code? (22)
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What mental disorder is commonly associated with the following symptoms? (29)
- Most commonly recognized in males
- A pattern of irresponsible and antisocial behavior diagnosed at or after age 18
- Various illegal behavior
- Trouble with authority
- These individuals know that what they are doing is wrong, but do it anyway
What mental disorder is commonly associated with the following symptoms? (29)
- Most commonly recognized in males
- A pattern of irresponsible and antisocial behavior diagnosed at or after age 18
- Various illegal behavior
- Trouble with authority
- These individuals know that what they are doing is wrong, but do it anyway
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The phases of transition that persons who experience traumatic events typically go through are all of these except __________. (3)
The phases of transition that persons who experience traumatic events typically go through are all of these except __________. (3)
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In __________, the Court held that as long as officers have a reasonable cause to believe that a traffic violation occurred, they may stop any vehicle. (6)
In __________, the Court held that as long as officers have a reasonable cause to believe that a traffic violation occurred, they may stop any vehicle. (6)
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There are two requirements for a valid abandonment under Texas Law: first, the defendant must intend to abandon the property and second, the decision to abandon must be made __________, not merely the product of police misconduct. (10)
There are two requirements for a valid abandonment under Texas Law: first, the defendant must intend to abandon the property and second, the decision to abandon must be made __________, not merely the product of police misconduct. (10)
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Which of the following judge's rulings to an objection permits an officer to still answer the question when testifying in court? (32)
Which of the following judge's rulings to an objection permits an officer to still answer the question when testifying in court? (32)
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__________ means the referral of a child or a child's case to the office or official, including an intake officer or probation officer, designated by the juvenile board to process children within the juvenile justice system. (33)
__________ means the referral of a child or a child's case to the office or official, including an intake officer or probation officer, designated by the juvenile board to process children within the juvenile justice system. (33)
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An affirmative defense to prosecution __________. (8)
An affirmative defense to prosecution __________. (8)
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What policy do you follow in regards to shots to destroy animals? (41)
What policy do you follow in regards to shots to destroy animals? (41)
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A husband feels the need to have absolute power and control over his wife and children, and this control is maintained using verbal and physical violence and threats, is an example of __________. (17)
A husband feels the need to have absolute power and control over his wife and children, and this control is maintained using verbal and physical violence and threats, is an example of __________. (17)
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A TCOLE training cycle is __________. (4)
A TCOLE training cycle is __________. (4)
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When treating shock, what do you need to control? (40)
When treating shock, what do you need to control? (40)
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One or more __________ of a person's breath or blood may be taken if the person is arrested and at the request of a peace officer having reasonable grounds to believe the person while intoxicated was operating a motor vehicle in a public place, or a watercraft; was in violation of Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code. (23)
One or more __________ of a person's breath or blood may be taken if the person is arrested and at the request of a peace officer having reasonable grounds to believe the person while intoxicated was operating a motor vehicle in a public place, or a watercraft; was in violation of Section 106.041, Alcoholic Beverage Code. (23)
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According to the Transportation Code, a vehicle equipped with hazard lamps to warn other vehicle operators of a vehicular traffic hazard shall have the lamps visible at a distance of at least __________ feet in normal sunlight. (22)
According to the Transportation Code, a vehicle equipped with hazard lamps to warn other vehicle operators of a vehicular traffic hazard shall have the lamps visible at a distance of at least __________ feet in normal sunlight. (22)
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Who can arrest without warrant to prevent the consequences of theft? (10)
Who can arrest without warrant to prevent the consequences of theft? (10)
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Permitted anytime an officer is in contact with another person and can articulate reasons that he feared for his safety; whenever an officer has reason to believe another has a __________ on or about his person that can be used to cause injury or death. (28)
Permitted anytime an officer is in contact with another person and can articulate reasons that he feared for his safety; whenever an officer has reason to believe another has a __________ on or about his person that can be used to cause injury or death. (28)
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What is one of the objectives in conducting a crime scene search? (32)
What is one of the objectives in conducting a crime scene search? (32)
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According to the Transportation Code, an operator moving around a rotary traffic island shall drive only to the __________ of the island. (22)
According to the Transportation Code, an operator moving around a rotary traffic island shall drive only to the __________ of the island. (22)
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As a requirement for an intermediate proficiency certificate, an officer must complete an education and training program on racial profiling established by the commission under Section 1701.253(h). (4)
As a requirement for an intermediate proficiency certificate, an officer must complete an education and training program on racial profiling established by the commission under Section 1701.253(h). (4)
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The health-related components are more important to well-being and quality of life than the __________ components. (3)
The health-related components are more important to well-being and quality of life than the __________ components. (3)
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What is the purpose of a Writ of Habeas Corpus? (7)
What is the purpose of a Writ of Habeas Corpus? (7)
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Which of the following duties must a peace officer perform in a family violence disturbance? (17)
Which of the following duties must a peace officer perform in a family violence disturbance? (17)
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Xanax, Valium, and Buspar are examples of __________. (29)
Xanax, Valium, and Buspar are examples of __________. (29)
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According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a citizen may, without a warrant, arrest an offender when the offense is committed within their view is a __________. (10)
According to the Code of Criminal Procedure, a citizen may, without a warrant, arrest an offender when the offense is committed within their view is a __________. (10)
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In a pat down search, you are searching for __________. (10)
In a pat down search, you are searching for __________. (10)
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Justification of baton use includes ________. (31)
Justification of baton use includes ________. (31)
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An operator of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway, or business shall __________. (22)
An operator of a vehicle emerging from an alley, driveway, or business shall __________. (22)
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There are four (4) main causes of abuse: (17)
- Cultural,
- Sex role stereotypes,
- Lack of control,
- ______________________.
There are four (4) main causes of abuse: (17)
- Cultural,
- Sex role stereotypes,
- Lack of control,
- ______________________.
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__________ means a child who is accused, adjudicated, or convicted for conduct that would not, under state law, be a crime if committed by an adult, including running away from home, violation of a juvenile curfew or violation of a provision of the ABC applicable to minors only. (33)
__________ means a child who is accused, adjudicated, or convicted for conduct that would not, under state law, be a crime if committed by an adult, including running away from home, violation of a juvenile curfew or violation of a provision of the ABC applicable to minors only. (33)
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_____________ describes a characteristic of a criminal investigator (32):
-Takes nothing for granted,
- Investigators may find that victims and witnesses, as well as suspects, may be motivated by various physiological, psychological, and sociological needs that
may "color" the information they give,
- Gathers information, but verifies it credibility.
_____________ describes a characteristic of a criminal investigator (32):
-Takes nothing for granted,
- Investigators may find that victims and witnesses, as well as suspects, may be motivated by various physiological, psychological, and sociological needs that may "color" the information they give,
- Gathers information, but verifies it credibility.
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What percentage of a message is received due to the content of the message? (25)
What percentage of a message is received due to the content of the message? (25)
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Which of the following is an objective to a pre-shift safety inspection? (34)
Which of the following is an objective to a pre-shift safety inspection? (34)
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Study Notes
Law Enforcement Roles and Responsibilities
- In physical arrest, the police role is essentially to take the person into custody.
- A person is stopped for speeding and offers the police officer $100 to disregard the traffic offense, which is an offense of bribing a public servant in addition to speeding.
Legal Definitions
- Reasonable doubt is the state of the case that leaves the minds of jurors in a condition that they cannot say they feel an abiding conviction, to a moral certainty, of the truth of the charge.
- Perjury consists of making a false statement.
Peace Officer Training and Education
- The legislatively required continuing education program for individuals licensed as peace officers shall consist of specific hours of training.
Vehicle Laws and Regulations
- A trailer is a motor vehicle designed and used primarily to draw another vehicle but not constructed to carry a load other than a part of the weight of the other vehicle and its load.
- A search warrant is valid for a specified period.
Crime Scene Investigation
- Gathering evidence of a crime is the process of legally gathering evidence of a crime that has been or is being committed.
- One of the objectives in conducting a crime scene search is to reconstruct the crime.
Drug Regulations
- The six major categories of drugs do not include hallucinogens.
Juvenile Justice
- Diversion means the referral of a child or a child's case to the office or official, including an intake officer or probation officer, designated by the juvenile board to process children within the juvenile justice system.
Family Violence
- A husband feels the need to have absolute power and control over his wife and children, and this control is maintained using verbal and physical violence and threats, which is an example of domestic violence.
Mental Health
- Antisocial personality disorder is a mental disorder commonly associated with symptoms, including irresponsible and antisocial behavior diagnosed at or after age 18.
Traffic Laws
- According to the Transportation Code, a vehicle equipped with hazard lamps to warn other vehicle operators of a vehicular traffic hazard shall have the lamps visible at a distance of at least 500 feet in normal sunlight.
- An operator moving around a rotary traffic island shall drive only to the right of the island.
Arrest and Search Procedures
- A citizen may, without a warrant, arrest an offender when the offense is committed within their view, which is a citizen's arrest.
- In a pat-down search, you are searching for weapons or objects that could harm the officer.
Officer Safety
- Audible devices are less effective in heavy traffic.
- Permitted anytime an officer is in contact with another person and can articulate reasons that they feared for their safety, which is a Terry stop.
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