TSA Regulations for Flying Armed
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What defines a hard target in the context of security?

  • Civilian locations with a high number of unarmed individuals
  • Areas where potential threats are not observed
  • Public venues with robust security measures (correct)
  • Locations that lack formal security measures

Which organization leads the anti-terrorism strategy in the United States?

  • CSA
  • DHS (correct)
  • FBI
  • NATO

What is one responsibility of the FBI in counter-terrorism strategy?

  • Prevent terrorist recruitment
  • Deter, detect, and defeat terrorist threats (correct)
  • Enhance border security
  • Manage human trafficking

Which of the following best describes a soft target?

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Which psychological factor can significantly influence an individual's perception?

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What is meant by 'tunnel vision' in the context of perception?

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In the description and identification process, which technique is not typically used?

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Which of the following factors is NOT a physical factor influencing perception?

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Which of the following elements must be present for a person to be charged with causing a crime?

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What action is required for someone to be considered an accessory after the fact?

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Which of the following is NOT a required element for misprision of a felony?

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What is the most critical element when executing a search warrant?

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Which of the following describes the timing requirements for causing a crime?

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Which option is NOT true regarding the actions of an accessory after the fact?

<p>They can remain silent about the crime. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the execution of a search warrant, which element emphasizes the need for flexibility?

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What is the role of simplicity in executing a search warrant?

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What is the primary intention of terrorism as defined in the core concepts?

<p>To intimidate or coerce a civilian population (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors contributes to a radical ideology?

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What distinguishes targeted violence from terrorism?

<p>Targeted violence lacks discernible political or ideological motivation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities criminal investigators have towards terrorism prevention?

<p>Compiling and analyzing threats to assess risk (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during the mobilization stage of the pathway to violence?

<p>Planning and preparation for a potential attack (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does the Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTO) list have?

<p>Freezes assets and impacts travel (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which stage is NOT part of the pathway to violence framework?

<p>Social integration (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does violent extremism fundamentally view the concept of violence?

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Flashcards

Soft Target

Target with little or no security measures, often with large gatherings of unarmed people, making them vulnerable to attacks.

Hard Target

Locations with robust security measures in place to deter attacks, often requiring layers of protection.

Perception

The process of interpreting and understanding something based on sensory information and cognitive factors.

Physical Stress

Stressors that affect our physical body, such as fatigue, hunger, or pain.

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Psychological Stress

Stressors that affect our mental state, including anxiety, fear, or depression.

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Acute Stress

Immediate and intense stress, often due to a sudden event or shock.

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Show Ups

A law enforcement technique for identifying suspects by showing photos to witnesses.

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Line Ups

A formal identification procedure where a witness is asked to pick a suspect from a lineup of similar individuals.

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Terrorism

An act of violence designed to intimidate or coerce a civilian population, influence government policy, or disrupt government operations, often using tactics like mass destruction, assassination, or hostage-taking.

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Targeted Violence

Criminal acts directed against specific individuals or groups, driven by personal motives, without a discernible political, ideological, or religious agenda.

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Radical Ideology

A belief system that justifies violence, often rooted in personal, group, social, or ideological factors.

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Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs)

Organizations designated by the US government for their involvement in terrorist activities, impacting their travel, assets, and legal status.

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Radicalization

The process by which individuals or groups become convinced that violence is necessary to achieve their goals, often starting with a grievance and evolving to extreme ideas.

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Mobilization

The stage of radicalization where individuals begin to plan and prepare for violent action, including research, recruitment, and logistical steps.

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Investigator's Role in Preventing Terrorism and Targeted Violence

The responsibility of investigators to understand potential for terrorism or targeted violence, and to implement prevention strategies and response mechanisms.

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Terrorism and Targeted Violence Investigation Activities

The range of investigative activities, strategies, and tactics used to identify, assess, and address potential terrorist or violent extremist threats.

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Accessory Before the Fact

A person who aids in the commission of a crime, but is not directly involved in carrying out the crime.

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Accessory After the Fact

A person who, with knowledge of a crime, takes an affirmative action to help the perpetrator avoid detection, arrest, or punishment.

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Misprision of a Felony

The act of deliberately concealing knowledge of a felony, including failing to report it to authorities.

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Affirmative Act of Association

An affirmative act of association with the criminal enterprise, beyond mere knowledge of the crime.

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Causing a Crime

The intent to cause someone to commit a crime.

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Safety

The most important element of executing a search warrant, ensuring the safety of all involved.

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Surprise

A key element of a successful search warrant, involving planning and execution to maximize the chances of finding evidence and minimizing resistance.

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Simplicity

A crucial element of a successful search warrant execution, aiming to minimize confusion and ensure a smooth, efficient process.

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Study Notes

TSA Regulations for Flying Armed

  • Who: Federal, municipal, county, state, tribal, and territorial law enforcement officers sworn and commissioned to enforce criminal and immigration statutes, authorized by their agency to carry weapons, and have completed a TSA-approved LEO flying armed training course.
  • When: Necessary for duties like protective escorts, travel related to official travel (prepared for duty, FAM), or prisoner transport; when agency policy allows.
  • How (Non-Sterile Areas): Check in to the front desk at least one hour before departure, fill out the 'Notice of LEO Flying Armed' form.
  • How (Sterile Areas): When entering the sterile area, LEOs must present credentials with a full face photo and official seal, another valid form of identification, a 'LEO Flying Armed' form, and a UFAN (or alphanumeric # for agencies without UFAN).
  • Onboard and Escorting Prisoners: LEOs must meet other armed LEOs before doors close, or at least know where other armed LEOs are seated, and not consume alcohol on the flight or within 8 hours before.

LEOs Flying Armed in Sterile Areas of the Airport

  • What: LEOs must present credentials, a valid ID, a 'LEO Flying Armed' form, and an agency-issued unique identifier (UFAN).

LEOs Onboard Aircraft and Prisoners

  • Regulations: LEOs must meet other armed LEOs before doors close or at least know their location and not consume alcohol on the flight or 8 hours prior.

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This quiz covers the TSA regulations applicable to law enforcement officers (LEOs) flying armed. It details who is authorized, when they can travel with weapons, as well as procedures for both sterile and non-sterile areas at airports. Test your knowledge on the requirements and protocols for LEOs in these situations.

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