Special Constable Duties and Responsibilities Test

Special Constable Duties and Responsibilities Test

• Question 1: The authority to appoint a special constable rests with the Commissioner or a police service board.
• Question 2: The minimum age to be a special constable is 18 years.
• Question 3: Previous experience as a police officer is not a requirement to become a special constable.
• Question 4: Special constable training includes de-escalation techniques, human rights, and recognition of diverse communities.
• Question 5: A special constable can carry a firearm if their appointment certificate allows it.
• Question 6: A special constable's powers and duties are outlined in their appointment certificate and the Police Services Act.
• Question 7: Special constables must uphold the law, avoid conflicts of interest, and treat the public with respect.
• Question 8: The maximum term for a special constable appointment is as prescribed by regulations.
• Question 9: Special constables do not have full police powers; their duties are limited.
• Question 10: Special constables exercise police powers within the jurisdiction specified in their appointment.
• Question 11: Special constables can be assigned duties like prisoner transportation, court security, and bylaw enforcement.
• Question 12: If a special constable leaves their employer, their appointment is automatically terminated.
• Question 13: The Commissioner or police service board can suspend or terminate a special constable's appointment.
• Question 14: Special constables must take an oath of confidentiality, loyalty, and secrecy.
• Question 15: Special constables working outside their jurisdiction must notify the local police service.
• Question 16: Investigating major crimes is not a special constable's responsibility.
• Question 17: A special constable can be reappointed if they continue to meet the required qualifications.
• Question 18: Required training for special constables includes firearms training, first aid, de-escalation, and investigative techniques.
• Question 19: A special constable must obtain a new appointment certificate to exercise powers in another jurisdiction.
• Question 20: A special constable's authority is determined by their appointment certificate's conditions.
• Question 21: Special constables can enforce aspects of the Highway Traffic Act, but only within the scope of their appointment.
• Question 22: If a special constable's appointment certificate is amended, they must accept the changes, receive written notice, and have the opportunity to respond.
• Question 23: Carrying a weapon or equipment requires authorization in their appointment certificate.
• Question 24: A special constable's primary responsibility is to assist in law enforcement as per their appointment.
• Question 25: Special constables provide security for court facilities.
• Question 26: Violating the code of conduct can result in termination or a review by the police service board/commissioner.
• Question 27: Special constables employed by municipalities must follow their employer's rules and work under the direction of local police.
• Question 28: To make an arrest, a special constable needs their appointment certificate to allow it.
• Question 29: A special constable's appointment can be terminated if the employer closes or if the constable resigns.
• Question 30: Special constables must follow their employer's rules, the terms of their appointment, and applicable laws.

Answer Key (Page 7)

• Included are the answers to each question in the test, providing a quick reference guide for the study material.