Idaho POST Exam 2020(updated to
pass)question and answer
What are the 6 pillars of character? - CORRECT ANSWER-Trustworthiness,
respect, responsibility, justice & fairness, caring, civic virtues & citizenship.
What are principles? - CORRECT ANSWER-Universally held values that never
change.
What are values? - CORRECT ANSWER-Beliefs that a person holds true.
What are morals? - CORRECT ANSWER-A code of values which guides our
choices and actions, and determines the purpose and course of our lives.
What are the 4 components of intemperance? - CORRECT ANSWER-Anger,
lust, greed, and peer pressure.
What are the 7 burdens of proof? - CORRECT ANSWER-No evidence, scintilla,
reasonable suspicion, probable cause, preponderance, clear & convincing,
beyond a reasonable doubt.
Describe scintilla. - CORRECT ANSWER-A trace; even the smallest amount.
Describe reasonable suspicion. - CORRECT ANSWER-Based on articulable
facts or reason; more than a mere hunch, speculation, or guess.
Describe probable cause. - CORRECT ANSWER-The possession of information
that would lead one to believe that a person they have placed under arrest is
guilty of a crime.
What 8 factors may indicate someone is armed and dangerous? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Bulges in clothing that resemble a weapon; the encounter happens
late at night; the encounter happens in a high crime area; the individual makes
threatening movements; the individual appears nervous or agitated; the individual
appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol; the individual is
,uncooperative or attempts to flee; the individual has a reputation of being
dangerous.
In what 2 ways can an officer restrain one's liberty that would result in a seizure?
- CORRECT ANSWER-By a show of authority that results in actual submission,
or by application of physical force.
Under what circumstances during an investigatory detention may an officer
conduct a limited frisk? - CORRECT ANSWER-When the officer has reasonable,
articulable suspicion that the suspect has been/is/is about to be engaged in
criminal activity; when the officer reasonably believes the suspect is armed and
dangerous; or when the officer has immediate concern for the safety of himself or
others.
Describe the responsibilities of the district court. - CORRECT ANSWER-There
are 7 districts in Idaho, and 45 district judges; they hear felony cases after the
preliminary hearing; they handle appeals from the magistrate courts; they
occasionally approve search warrants; they hear civil disputes above $10,000.
Describe the responsibilities of the court of appeals. - CORRECT ANSWER-The
court of appeals consists of 1 chief judge and 3 associate judges; decisions are
based on a 3-judge panel; it hears appeals from district courts that are assigned
to them by the supreme court.
What 4 factors are required in order for the 4th amendment to apply? -
CORRECT ANSWER-There is a reasonable expectation of privacy; there was a
search; there was a seizure; the listed acts are done by a government authority.
What are the 4 types of courts in Idaho? - CORRECT ANSWER-Magistrate,
district, court of appeals, and supreme court.
What is the punishment for a felony? - CORRECT ANSWER-Imprisonment in the
state prison, not exceeding 5 years, and/or fine not exceeding $50,000.
What is the punishment for a misdemeanor? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Imprisonment in county jail, not exceeding 6 months, and/or fine not
exceeding $1,000. The court may also impose a fee up to $1,000.
,What are the 3 key elements of conspiracy? - CORRECT ANSWER-2 or more
people are involved; all persons involved agree to commit the crime; an overt act
is completed by one person.
What is the punishment for conspiracy? - CORRECT ANSWER-The same as the
crime that is being conspired.
What is the punishment for solicitation? - CORRECT ANSWER-The same as
attempt (generally, half the sentence for the completed crime).
What are the 3 types of officer-citizen encounters, and their burdens of proof? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Voluntary/consensual (none, 4th amendment does not
apply); temporary detention (reasonable suspicion); arrest (probable cause).
What are the 3 most common burdens of proof? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Probable cause, reasonable suspicion, and preponderance.
What are the 5 elements of a crime? - CORRECT ANSWER-Identity, date,
location, act (commission or omission), and intent.
What are the 3 inchoate crimes? - CORRECT ANSWER-Attempt, conspiracy,
and solicitation.
What are some examples of natural water hazards? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Slippery rocks, irregular bottoms, trees/vegetation, floating debris,
currents, cold water.
How close to shore to most injuries happen? - CORRECT ANSWER-Within 10
feet.
What are the 4 steps of water rescue? - CORRECT ANSWER-Preach, reach,
throw, go and tow.
What 3 questions must be asked in all water rescues? - CORRECT ANSWER-Is
this a rescue or a recovery? What is the overall risk? What are my realistic
abilities?
, What are the priorities of life when performing a water rescue? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Officers, innocents, victims, property.
What are some examples of manmade water hazards? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Dams, canals, submerged objects, bridges and roadways.
Describe the Bloods gang. - CORRECT ANSWER-Primarily black membership;
color is red; rivals with Crips and other Bloods gangs.
What is the primary source of income for gangs? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Narcotics.
What are some examples of non-criminal calls for service? - CORRECT
ANSWER-VIN inspections, civil standbys, found property.
What is the purpose of a report? - CORRECT ANSWER-To record conditions
upon arrival; to protect integrity of evidence; to make proper notifications to
investigative personnel and collect helpful information; to record eyewitness
statements.
Describe the Nortenos gang. - CORRECT ANSWER-Allegiance to Northern
California and Nuestra Familia; color is red; number is 14; symbol is Huelga bird.
What is the leadership structure in an outlaw motorcycle gang (OMG)? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Officer, member, prospect.
What are the 3 Rs of gang ideology? - CORRECT ANSWER-Respect, retaliation,
and representation.
Describe the Crips gang. - CORRECT ANSWER-Primarily black membership;
color is blue; rivals with Bloods and other Crip gangs.
What are the 2 types of security threat groups? - CORRECT ANSWER-Criminal
gangs (cars) and extremist groups.
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