MPOETC ACT 120 CERTIFICATION EXAM REVIEW

MPOETC ACT 120 CERTIFICATION EXAM REVIEW conspiracy - Situation where two people agree to commit a crime and are caught later? forehead - When applying a tourniquet to someone, where should you write the time on their body at which it was applied? yellow - What color does a police officer work in? (Traffic Light Analogy) 35 mph - What is the normal speed limit for an urban area? use lethal force - What should you NOT do when someone robs a Police Officer? DEA - What federal agency should you notify if you come into contact with a clandestine lab? cruiser ready - What is the status of an AR Rifle when the bolt is closed, the chamber is empty, and the magazine is seated in the magazine well? cruiser ready - What is the status of a Shot Gun that has a filled magazine tube, a forward slide, and an activated chamber safety switch? 1st amendment - What is the constitutional right to free speech, religion, and press? 4th amendment - What is the constitutional right to a person's secured house, paper, and effects? 5th amendment - What is the constitutional right against self-incrimination, due process, compensation for public taking of property, and double-jeopardy? This right established "Miranda Warnings" in the case of Miranda v. Arizona. 6th amendment - What is the constitutional right to speedy trial, to counsel, and to be confronted by witnesses and/or accusers? 8th amendment - What is the constitutional right to bail and protection from cruel and unusual punishment? 14th amendment - What is the constitutional right to life, liberty, property, and equal rights for all? mapp v. ohio - What U.S. Supreme Court case made the disposition of the "Exclusionary Rule?" 4th amendment - What amendment provides guidelines and sets standards for the use of force? commonwealth v. maglioccio - What Pennsylvania State Supreme Court case defines the concept that a person cannot be convicted of ethnic intimidation without being found guilty of a predicate offense? aggravated assault - What 18 Pa.C.S. statute is charged when someone punches a Pennsylvania police officer? simple assault - What 18 Pa.C.S. statute is charged when someone punches their significant other? criminal attempt - In addition to aggravated assault, what other 18 Pa.C.S. statute would be charged against a woman who attempted to stab a man and missed? juvenile petition - What should be filed when a juvenile strikes a teacher? incorrect - CORRECT OR INCORRECT? A motorcycle should pull up to a solid white line, wait 3 seconds, and look both ways before proceeding? flammable - What does a diamond hazard symbol indicate? incorrect - CORRECT OR INCORRECT? A Police Officer should interview a child with the parents included when there is a domestic situation at large? eliminate threat - What should a shot Police Officer or fellow officer do when there is an active shooter at large? robbery - What 18 Pa.C.S. statute should be charged against a man who robs a bank, but is then locked between the doors? directly in front of home - When responding to a domestic situation at large, where should a Police Officer NOT park his/her patrol vehicle? 3 feet - How far offset to the left should a patrol vehicle be positioned on a traffic stop? civil matter - Why should a Police Officer advise a father to contact an attorney if a mother fails to permit father to see child during the weekend? no violation committed - What 18 Pa.C.S. statute should be charged against an elder man who offered to transport a child someplace? mental hospital - When "302-ing" someone, where should a Police Officer take them first? statute 3111 - What 75 Pa.C.S. statute should be charged against someone who turned right on a steady red light? (Obedience to Traffic Devices) graham v. connor - What U.S. Supreme Court case ruled that an Officer's reasonable perspective of a scene will be judged rather than 20/20 hindsight of others? fruit of the poisonous tree - What term applies to any evidence found through illegal conduct that is suppressed, regardless of the relationship between the act and the seizure? nix v. williams - What U.S. Supreme Court case ruled on the inevitable discovery exception to the exclusionary rule? us v. leon - What is the good faith exception to the exclusionary rule? involuntary commitment - What type of commitment pertains to spending 24 hours in a mental institute, a thorough psychiatric evaluation, or being taken to a Magisterial judge? order of courts - Minor Court, Court of Common Pleas, Pennsylvania State Supreme Court, Pennsylvania State Superior Court, and the U.S. Supreme Court. sheriff department - If a Police Officer is serving a P.F.A. and there are firearms present, where must the firearms be taken? take immediately - A Police Officer responds to a domestic disturbance for loud noise. Upon knocking on the door, the Police Officer notices a powdered substance in baggies on the table when the resident answers. If they do not get a warrant, what should the Officer do? yes - Upon entering a house, the wife who lives there grants permission to the police to search her husband's unlocked closet. Will her permission suffice? 11 pm - What is considered a "Night Time Warrant" in the State of Pennsylvania? indecent assault - An 18 year old goes on a date with a "14 year old" who is actually 13. He fondles her breast. What 18 Pa.C.S. statute is he charged with? robbery - A person knocks another individual to the ground and steals their purse with only $1.00 in it. What criminal status is this offense considered? leave payment on table - A restaurant offers a gratuity to a Police Officer and foots the bill on the house. What should the officer do? moral righteousness - A bunch of Police Officers rough someone up after they are apprehended and no longer a threat. Their force is NOT justifiable. What must you, as a Police Officer, consider when you hand in your report? no comment on partner testimony - If you, as a Police Officer, testify in court, and you are told that your testimony conflicts with your partner's, what should you say on the stand? trust - What is needed between the police and community for policing to work? fruit of the poisonous tree - As a Police Officer, you see a former convicted robber in possession of a sports bag and brief case. Can you seize his/her possessions? hallow effect - What is concept of a Police Officer paying attention to trivial things in a person, but influence the interpretation and perception of other trivial things later in time? everyone - Who should a Police Officer be concerned about attacking himself/herself while responding to a domestic situation at large? legs 4-5 feet apart - How should a Police Officer position someone (while standing up against wall) when conducting a terry frisk or a search incident to arrest? schedule 1 - What level of drugs have non-medical use? warrantless arrest - What type of arrest usually starts a court case? terry stop - A Police Officer is conducting a field interview when they notice someone approach with a gun. For their safety, what type of encounter would they use to temporarily secure the scene? direct testimony - What type of testimony ties a defendant directly to a crime? physical evidence - What type of evidence speaks for itself? testimony - What is not required for a prosecutor to present a piece of physical evidence in court? open field - What does the State of Pennsylvania define as "Undeveloped open woodland area outside the curtilage of a home?" public places - Where does the State of Pennsylvania decide "an item subject to seizure is exposed to public view?" 17 - How many digits are in a VIN? (Vehicle Identification Number) probable cause - When a Police Officer makes an arrest, files for an arrest warrant, or files for a search warrant, what are the facts and circumstances that this officer must present for a reasonable person to believe that the parties entailed committed an offense and/or were in possession of the items seized? 12 - How many people are required for a jury in a jury trial? investigatory detention - What type of detention would a Police Officer use on a suspected actor if that officer has developed reasonable suspicion to believe that a crime has been, is being, or will be committed? 6 - What is the minimum amount of photos that may be used in a photo array in the State of Pennsylvania? rapp - What is the acronym for the following actions?: Recognize, Awareness, Position, and Pacify. danger to self or others - In order for a person to be subjected to police custody or involuntary commitment, what must a Police Officer first show? custody and interrogation - When should a Police Officer "Mirandize" someone? always - When should a Police Officer obtain a search warrant? penetration - What must be present for a rape charge to be made? walk along outside - What should a Police Officer do when tending to a large crowd? forgery - What 18 Pa.C.S. statute would shady activity in a business be an example of? reportable non collision - What type of crash applies to a girl who spilled her soda and inevitably injured herself behind the wheel without hitting anyone or anything? reportable non collision - What type of crash applies to a car accident where a car is towed and a death is involved? laying down with palms up - How should a Police Officer arrest an individual while in an open field? start and end - When commencing a closing argument, when does the prosecutor speak? vio dier - What term applies to the number of jurors called upon? deadly force - As a Police Officer, you are called to a bar fight in progress where 2 men are fist fighting. Police Officers do not wait for back up. What do they not use? constant supervision - When a Police Officer takes a juvenile back to their police station, what is the proper protocol for processing the child? find district attorney - A defense attorney approaches you, as a Police Officer, before a criminal trial. They wish to speak to you about the case. You should politely decline to speak or take what action for legal consultation? push them - How should a Police Officer take a suspect to the ground when they are pursuing them from behind? pass in non adjacent lane - What should you do if emergency responders are passing you on the road? illinois v. gates - The significance of what U.S. Supreme Court case led to the analyzing totality of circumstances in determining probable cause? tennessee v. garner - The significance of what U.S. Supreme Court case led to justified deadly force by Police Officer when necessary to prevent escape of a fleeing felon, and suspect(s) poses a threat of SBI or death. 10 codes - In the State of Pennsylvania, what form of radio communication is no longer used? chain of custody - The proper channeling of people who handle evidence in time and commission. witness contact information - As a Police Officer, you are the first Law Enforcement Officer on a crime scene. What is your first action? 20-30 minutes - What is a reasonable amount of time for a Police Officer to conduct an investigatory detention? knock immediately - As a Police Officer, what should your first approach to obtain entry into a house that you possess a search warrant for? burglary and rape - While someone is staying at a hotel, they are penetrated and raped. As a Police Officer, what can you charge the actor with? exit corresponding doors - If there are 2 suspects in the front seats of a vehicle, how do you remove them from the vehicle? stop on reasonable suspicion - As a Police Officer, you receive information about a robbery just committed, and a good description of the actor. As you receive this information, a bystander positively matches the actor in the robbery. What action should you take? field notes - What is the best way for a Police Officer to prepare for court? cross out and initial - What should a Police Officer do if they write in the wrong address of someone in their field notes? bodily injury - What term is defined as "impairment of physical condition or substantial pain?" reckless driving - What term is defined as "a driver who drives a vehicle in a willful or wanton disregard for the safety of others?" instrument of crime - What term is defined as "an instrument used with the intent to use criminally?" right wrist - Which wrist should a Police Officer handcuff first when arresting someone? serious bodily injury - What term is defined as "bodily injury which creates a substantial risk of death of which causes serious permanent disfigurement or impairment?" commonwealth v. grey - What Pennsylvania State Supreme Court case determined that a nervous suspect does not equal reasonable suspicion? search warrant - What type of warrant must include time, date, description of property seized, and the description of person or place being seized? investigatory detention - What would be a situation where a Police Officer tells a person they are not free to leave, but at the same time, they are not in official Police custody? mere encounter - What is an instance where a Police Officer stops to speak with someone spontaneously? contraband - What term is defined as "items that are in and of themselves illegal to own or possess?" release to cover officer - What is the proper way for a Police Officer to handle a weapon or gun that they found on the scene? .08 - What is the B.A.C. legal level for adults of drinking age in the State of Pennsylvania? m - What is the vehicle class for motorcycles in the State of Pennsylvania? damage property - What are Law Enforcement not permitted to do when responding to a call? search warrant - What must the District Attorney or Court of Common Pleas sign before being conducted? luring - What is the act of attempting to get a child into a car or unoccupied structure? exigent circumstances - What are weather conditions, hot pursuits, and immediate danger examples of? photograph - What should you always do before touching anything? held or dropped - Actions taken when a felony and a summary offense at a preliminary hearing are held over in court? speak to defense attorney - What do you not have to do when arriving at court? act of terrorism - Striking fear into a group is required for what? first responding officer - Who is the officer responsible for a crash investigation? non reportable - If someone is DUI, they drive off the street, hit a tree, get arrested, and abandon their car, what type of crash is it? non reportable - If a person drives their vehicle into a flood, gets it stuck, and requires it to be towed, what type of crash is it? reportable - If a person is driving and their car catches fire in the travel lane, what type of crash is it? circumstantial evidence - What is the type of indirect evidence that links all evidence together? custodial detention - What action is allowed when a stimuli is based on probable cause? terry frisk - Reasonable suspicion, a crime that occurred, or a person with a weapon are three justifications to perform a? warrantless arrest - When a felony was committed in view, or there is probable cause that a felony was committed, an officer has the authority to perform a? legality of arrest - Totality of circumstances and the "reasonable person" test can determine? search warrant - Exigent circumstances, plain view, cars, smell, and feel are exceptions to? prima facie - What is sufficient to establish a fact or raise a presumption unless disproved or rebutted? search incident to arrest - What is granted from making an arrest on probable cause? totality of circumstances - What is the court review of all factors known to the officer at the time of the incident? terry vs ohio - What U.S. Supreme Court case made weapons reasonable suspicion, and that an officer can frisk for them only?