Know privileged mail & procedures - correct answer-Privileged mail must only be opened in
front of the inmate
Know grievance procedures - correct answer-Grievances should always be given
submitted
brought before a board that does not include staff on the floor (sometimes civilians)
Know how often inmates must be allowed to shower - correct answer-Each inmate shall be
given the opportunity to shower at least every other day or more often if possible. Inmates on
work assignments and those making court appearances shall be given an opportunity to
shower daily
5th Amendment - correct answer-The Right to Remain Silent/Double Jeopardy, right to due
process
6th Amendment - correct answer-The right to a Speedy Trial by jury, representation by an
attorney for an accused person
8th Amendment - correct answer-No cruel or unusual punishment
14th Amendment - correct answer-Declares that all persons born in the U.S. are citizens and
are guaranteed equal protection of the laws
, Who is responsible for inmate's medical bill? - correct answer-Owner/Operator
Know maximum inmate work hours per week - correct answer-Inmates should not be
required to work more than 48 hours unless in the case of an emergency
Know inmate phone call procedures (how many and when) - correct answer-Upon arrival
inmate receives 2 free phone calls in the first 4 hours
after that point only privileged phone calls are free
TCJS rule 275.1 requires face-to-face observation of inmates, at least every _____ and, if
suicidal or assaultive every _____. - correct answer-Hour, 30 mins
What power does the Texas Ethics Commission have? (4.1.4) - correct answer-Undertake
civil enforcement actions on its own motion or in response to a sworn complaint, hold
enforcement hearings, issue orders, and impose civil penalties
The power to be subpoena and the power to investigate
Which chapter of the Texas Administrative Code Part 7 lists the requirements for inclusion on
the Memorial Monument? (2.1.13) - correct answer-Code 229
What does NOT fall under vicarious liability? - correct answer-Inmates hurting other inmates
___________ is the unauthorized departure from custody or failure to return to custody
following temporary leave for a specific purpose or limited period or leave. (11.1.2) - correct
answer-An escape
For major infractions, disciplinary separation can be given for up to ___________ days.
(11.4.3) - correct answer-30 days
If family violence is involved, the department can detain the inmate for ____ hours. The
Magistrate can detain the inmate for an additional period not to exceed ____ hours. (13.4.11)
- correct answer-4, 48
________________ symptoms of PTSD include becoming withdrawn, detached, or
disconnected from others. (5.1.32) - correct answer-Social
When transporting an inmate, what should you do to avoid "positional asphyxia?" (10.7.3) -
correct answer-Keep the inmate in an upright position
Inmates should not be required to work more than ___________ hours per week, except in
___________ circumstances. (7.2.16) - correct answer-48 hours, Emergency
___________ is a brain disorder that impacts the way a person thinks (often described as a
"thought disorder"). (5.1.6) - correct answer-Schizophrenia
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