TCOLE Study Guide Flashcards

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What is the legal window tint percentage?

35%

50%

25% (correct)

10%

Time specified in the notice to appear must be at least ____ days.

Temporary tags on a car are good for how many days?

What does the open container law state?

Open alcohol containers are prohibited in any seating area of a vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a traffic condition?

An accident Signup and view all the answers

An object sticking out more than 4 feet from a vehicle must display ______________.

a 12x12 red flag on the end. Signup and view all the answers

An officer has ____________ to report to TCLEOSE any violation over Class C.

30 days Signup and view all the answers

For CDL, you must fill an out of service form for __________ hrs.

24 Signup and view all the answers

Know rotary island. Must drive __________.

to the right to pass. Signup and view all the answers

Define controlled substance.

A drug listed in penalty groups 1 through 4. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines a dangerous drug?

Prescription drugs Signup and view all the answers

Define manufacture.

The production, preparation, or processing of a controlled substance. Signup and view all the answers

Define delivery.

'Deliver' means to transfer a controlled substance, regardless of agency relationship. Signup and view all the answers

Define production.

'Production' includes manufacturing, planting, cultivating, or harvesting of a controlled substance. Signup and view all the answers

When coming out of an alley, you should _____________ before entering the street.

stop your vehicle at the sidewalk. Signup and view all the answers

What are the elements of an offense?

Forbidden conduct, required culpability, required result, negation of an exception to the offense. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between robbery and theft?

The amount of force used. Signup and view all the answers

Which day you cannot serve a civil process?

Sunday Signup and view all the answers

What is post mortem lividity?

Dark blue discoloration of the body that indicates the position after death. Signup and view all the answers

What is rigor mortis?

Stiffening of the body that starts at the neck and lower jaw. Signup and view all the answers

Storefront stings catch __________.

professional thieves. Signup and view all the answers

Define injection.

Being cut or abraded by a contaminated object. Signup and view all the answers

Fight or flight usually results in __________.

exhaustion. Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred way to conduct a felony stop?

Offset vehicle to the left and back 10-15 feet. Signup and view all the answers

Define arrest warrant.

A written order from a magistrate commanding the arrest of a person. Signup and view all the answers

Peace officers may fingerprint or photograph a juvenile if __________.

conduct constitutes a felony or a Class A or B misdemeanor. Signup and view all the answers

Witness comes from another state to testify, he is not subject to __________.

civil or criminal prosecution. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of abuse, if the threat of sexual abuse is there?

sexual. Signup and view all the answers

Who has the right to prevent theft?

All persons. Signup and view all the answers

Define capias.

A written order by clerk directing that a person be arrested. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Legal Definitions and Concepts

Legal window tint must comply with state regulations, often expressed as a percentage (e.g., 25%).
An appearance notice must provide at least 10 days' notice.
Temporary tags on vehicles are valid for 21 days.

Open Container Law

Texas law prohibits open alcoholic beverages in any passenger area of a vehicle.
Open containers must be securely stored, such as in a locked glove compartment or trunk.

Traffic and Vehicle Regulations

Classifies an accident as a non-traffic condition.
Objects extending more than 4 feet from a vehicle must display a 12x12 red flag.

Reporting and Violations

Officers have 30 days to report any violation that exceeds Class C to TCLEOSE.
CDL holders must fill an out-of-service form if operated for 24 hours.

Driving Principles

Rotary islands require vehicles to drive to the right when navigating around them.

Controlled Substances

Controlled substances include drugs listed in penalty groups 1 through 4.
Dangerous drugs primarily consist of prescription medications.

Legal Definitions in Drug Enforcement

Manufacture refers to the processes involved in creating a controlled substance.
Delivery is the transfer of a controlled substance or drug paraphernalia, including offers to sell.
Production encompasses the growing or harvesting of a controlled substance.

Traffic Safety

When exiting an alley, the vehicle must stop at the sidewalk before entering the street.

Legal Concepts

Elements of an offense include forbidden conduct, required culpability, required result, and negation of an exception.
The distinction between robbery and theft lies in the amount of force used.

Civil Procedure

Civil processes cannot be served on Sundays.

Forensic Observations

Post Mortem Lividity presents as dark blue discoloration close to the ground, which can indicate if a body has been moved.
Rigor Mortis refers to the stiffening of the body, starting at the neck and lower jaw.

Criminal Behavior

Professional thieves are often apprehended through storefront stings.

Health and Safety Definitions

Injection is defined as the act of cutting or abrading with a contaminated object.
Fight or flight responses typically culminate in exhaustion.

Law Enforcement Procedures

During a felony stop, vehicles should be offset to the left and backed up 10-15 feet for safety.

Arrest Procedures

An arrest warrant is a written order from a magistrate for a peace officer to apprehend a person accused of a crime.
Peace officers may fingerprint or photograph juveniles if the conduct is classified as a Felony or a Class A or B Misdemeanor.

Legal Protections for Witnesses

Witnesses from other states testifying in court are protected from civil or criminal prosecution for their testimony.

Rights and Protections

All individuals have the right to intervene to prevent theft.
A Capias is a written order by a clerk for the immediate arrest of an individual to bring them to court.

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Test your knowledge with these flashcards designed for the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) study guide. Cover key concepts such as legal window tint and time specifications in notices. Perfect for anyone preparing for TCOLE certifications.