CITP Exam 2 Questions And Accurate Answers 100% Verified
What do most LEOs get in trouble over legally:-ANSWER false statements/reports
(timesheet, travel voucher, MOIs, etc.)
definition of Ethics:-ANSWER principles/standards of conduct that are commonly
understood and accepted by society (how a person should or ought to behave)
definition of values: - ANSWER the various beliefs and attitudes which determine how a
person actually behaves.
Core values for law enforcement: - ANSWER integrity, fairness, respect, honesty,
courage, compassion
Integrity - ANSWER character as a whole
definition of racial profiling - ANSWER Is any law enforcement initiated action that relies
on race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity
rather than the behavior of an individual or information that leads the law enforcement
agency.
respect - ANSWER acknowledge the rights and values of another person
honesty - ANSWER being trustworthy, reliable, faithful, sincere
courage - ANSWER personal ability to face difficulty with resolve and without excessive
fear
compassion - ANSWER concern for the welfare of others
,moral courage - ANSWER courage to do the right thing in the face of ethical challenges,
even if it is not popular.
Why should LEOs be held to a higher standard: We volunteered for the job, took an oath
to support and defend the constitution, they are unique professionals concerned with
the most sensitive aspects and issues of society, including death.
peer pressure (police subculture) can be very potent, but _______. - ANSWER other
research has demonstrated that if we think about an ethical issue prior to our
involvement in it, we are more likely to act in accordance with what we know is right.
three components of good character: - ANSWER moral knowing, moral feeling, moral
action
moral knowing - ANSWER knowing what is right
moral feeling - ANSWER desiring to do the right thing
moral action - ANSWER the will to act correctly
ACT decision making model - ANSWER Alternatives, Consequences, Tell (your story)
Example of a misconduct situation: - ANSWER abuse of government vehicle - one month
suspension without pay; abuse of government property - computers such as watching
porn; abuse of government issued travel credit cards; abuse of authority/position;
falsification of official records.
Whistleblower Protection Acts (WPA) - Public Law - 101-12, 103 Statute 16 - ANSWER
Establishes primary role of the Office of Special Counsel to protect whistleblowers.
, Civil Rights Act of 1964 - ANSWER It makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of race,
color, gender, religion (Title VII)
Quid Po Quo = something for something - ANSWER the harassment must be based on
sex; must be unwelcome sexual advances; tangible economic benefit must be
contingent on submission
Hostile Work Enviornment - ANSWER unwelcome conduct that is so severe or pervasive
as to change the condition of the person's employment can create an intimidating,
hostile, or offensive work environment that a reasonable person would find is hostile or
offensive.
Four types of sexual harassment behavior: - ANSWER verbal, non-verbal, graphic,
physical
Appropriateness test: - ANSWER would i be embarrassed to discuss my language with
my family or supervisor? would a newspaper account of my language or behavior at
work embarrass my family or me?
Recommended steps to be taken if sexual harassment occurs: - ANSWER file timely
complaint within 45 calendar days with EEO officer; inform the harasser; document; talk
to someone in authority.
several benefits in law enforcement for effective intercultural communication skills: -
ANSWER officer safety; provide more effective law enforcement services; avoid
misreading the degree of danger; avoid mistaken perceptions.
definition of a stereotype: - ANSWER an idea or perception that many people have about
a thing, group or ethnic background; picture held in common by members of a group
representing an over-simplied opinion, attitude or judgment.
definition of racial profiling - ANSWER Any law enforcement initiated action that relies
on race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity
rather than the behavior of an individual or information that leads the law enforcement