Spo Quiz #3

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Spo Quiz #3

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  • 1. 
    Two of the four elements necessary to constitute an arrest are listed below. Select the answer that correctly completes the list.              (Unit 2-3 ) - Intent and Authority -______ and ______
    • A. 

      Detention and Understanding

    • B. 

      Probable Cause and Authority

    • C. 

      Probable Cause and Seizure

    • D. 

      Seizure and Understanding

  • 2. 
    To justify a warrantless, nonconsensual entry into a private dwelling to make an arrest, exigent circumstances must exist which demand an immediate response. Choose the answer that correctly describes examples of exigent circumstances.
    • A. 

      The crime is serious and it is likely the suspect is armed.

    • B. 

      It is likely the suspect will escape.

    • C. 

      There is a risk of danger to the police, others inside the home, or the community, if the suspect escapes

    • D. 

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  • 3. 
    Two of the three requirements for when an arrest warrant may be executed in the home of a third party are listed below. Select the answer that correctly completes the list. -There is also a warrant to search the premises for the person to be arrested -There are exigent circumstances -___________  
    • A. 

      The officer has consent to enter

    • B. 

      The officer has credible information from a reliable source that the person to be arrested is in the third party residence.

    • C. 

      The officer witnesses the person on the arrest warrant go into the third party residence

    • D. 

      None

    • E. 

      Officer smells donuts

  • 4. 
    Choose the answer that correctly defines Hot/Fresh Pursuit.
    • A. 

      The pursuit of a person who is trying to avoid arrest.

    • B. 

      The pursuit, without unreasonable interruption, of a person who is trying to avoid arrest.

    • C. 

      The pursuit of a person, by a law enforcement officer, for the purpose of preventing escape or affecting an arrest. Whether the pursuit is immediate or not.

    • D. 

      None

  • 5. 
    Select the answer, which is a source of information used by officers to establish probable cause to make a warrantless arrest.
    • A. 

      Personal observations

    • B. 

      Informant’s tips

    • C. 

      Reports from other officers or law enforcement agencies

    • D. 

      Statements made by a suspect.

    • E. 

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  • 6. 
    Below are two of the three types of searches police officers can perform. Choose the answer that correctly completes the list. -  Full Searches - Limited weapon searches - ____________
    • A. 

      Searches incident to arrest.

    • B. 

      Pat down searches

    • C. 

      Inventory searches.

    • D. 

      Limited area searches

  • 7. 
    The area an officer may search, incident to a lawful arrest of that person is called?
    • A. 

      The person’s ten-foot area.

    • B. 

      The person’s protective sweep area.

    • C. 

      The person’s immediate area of control.

    • D. 

      The person’s living area

    • E. 

      The person's soul

  • 8. 
    Choose the answer which states criteria used to establish the Plain View exception to the search warrant requirement.
    • A. 

      The officer must be legally on the premises from where the observation is made.

    • B. 

      The incriminating nature of the item must be immediately apparent.

    • C. 

      The officers must have a lawful right of access to the object.

    • D. 

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    • E. 

      Who cares

  • 9. 
    An officer may search a motor vehicle and the containers within it whenever…..
    • A. 

      Probable cause exists to believe contraband or evidence is contained in the motor vehicle or its container(s).

    • B. 

      Reasonable suspicion exists to believe contraband or evidence is contained in the motor vehicle or its container(s).

    • C. 

      Proof beyond a reasonable doubt exists to believe contraband or evidence is contained in the motor vehicle or its container(s).

    • D. 

      An officer conducts a lawful traffic stop of a motorist.

    • E. 

      If they're a super trooper

  • 10. 
    In order for an officer to conduct a protective search of a motor vehicle the officer must…
    • A. 

      Legally stop the motor vehicle and articulate a reasonable suspicion that the vehicle contains a weapon.

    • B. 

      Articulate a reasonable suspicion that the vehicle contains a weapon and the suspect or someone else reasonably has access, or will have access, to the weapon.

    • C. 

      Articulate a reasonable suspicion that the vehicle contains a weapon and the suspect poses a threat to them.

    • D. 

      None

  • 11. 
    There are several factors used in determining if an inventory of a motor vehicle is reasonable. Select the answer, which is one of these factors.
    • A. 

      A. The inventory was conducted after the impoundment

    • B. 

      B. The inventory was not a pretext to conceal an investigatory search

    • C. 

      C. The inventory was conducted based on articulable reasonable suspicion

    • D. 

      "A" & "B" are correct

    • E. 

      None

  • 12. 
    There are three factors needed to determine whether a consent search is valid. Select the answer, which is NOT one of those three factors. 
    • A. 

      Whether the consent was given voluntarily.

    • B. 

      Whether the person giving consent has the authority to do so.

    • C. 

      Whether the person was advised his/her right to refuse.

    • D. 

      Whether there is another person present, with authority, who refused.

  • 13. 
    Select the answer, which is a Non-Traditional Media source according to Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.                     (Unit 3-1)
    • A. 

      A. Social media and internet accounts maintained by television and radio networks

    • B. 

      B. Individuals or groups who regularly post information through social media not affiliated with television or radio networks

    • C. 

      C. Individuals who randomly capture and post events that have the potential to go viral

    • D. 

      Both "B" and "C" are correct

    • E. 

      None

    • F. 

      Tide-Pod eating individuals

  • 14. 
    According to the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission the characteristics of traditional media are…
    • A. 

      A. They are based on professional standards

    • B. 

      B. They are advocacy focused

    • C. 

      C. They are accurate

    • D. 

      D. What Commander Myers' reads

    • E. 

      "A" and "C" are correct

  • 15. 
    According to the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission the characteristics of non-traditional media are…
    • A. 

      A. Their objective is sensationalism

    • B. 

      B. They are not held to a professional standard

    • C. 

      C. They are objective

    • D. 

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    • E. 

      "A" and "B" are correct

  • 16. 
    ___________________ is less interested in relationship building with law enforcement because their media reporting is event driven
    • A. 

      Traditional media

    • B. 

      Non-traditional media

    • C. 

      CNN

    • D. 

      This answer was intentionally left blank.

  • 17. 
    Choose the answer, which states the reason(s) for establishing effective communications with the media.
    • A. 

      A. Allows information to be reported quickly

    • B. 

      B. A quick way to reach the large audiences

    • C. 

      C. Media coverage greatly influences public perception

    • D. 

      "B" and "C" are correct

  • 18. 
    When interacting with the media a law enforcement officer should NOT
    • A. 

      Be prepared to think on your feet

    • B. 

      Maintain a professional decorum

    • C. 

      Give consistent information to all media outlets

    • D. 

      Only speak “off the record” to trusted journalists

  • 19. 
    When giving a statement to the media a law enforcement officer should…
    • A. 

      Make eye contact

    • B. 

      Think before you speak

    • C. 

      Keep your comments direct, concise, and brief; avoid police jargon

    • D. 

      Do not feel the need to fill “dead air” – stay on point, make your statement or answer the question, then stop talking

    • E. 

      All Answers

  • 20. 
    According to the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission (OPOTC), what are the four basic reasons vehicle are stolen? Two of the four reasons are listed below; select the answer, which best completes the list.         (Unit 8-6) - To Commit other Crimes - Joy rides/Transportation - __________________________ - __________________________
    • A. 

      Gang initiation and Escape/flee from police.

    • B. 

      Theft-for profit/Commercial theft and Owner give-ups.

    • C. 

      The thrill of it and Insurance fraud.

    • D. 

      The sell for parts/chop shop

  • 21. 
    Common indicators which may indicate a vehicle is stolen are:
    • A. 

      Abnormal driver behavior;; Pay attention to the condition of the vehicle.

    • B. 

      License plate irregularities

    • C. 

      Condition of the vehicle.

    • D. 

      Unusual transportation of vehicles or equipment

    • E. 

      All Answers

  • 22. 
    Select the answer, which correctly states the way(s) to establish the identity of a motor vehicle.
    • A. 

      A. Impound the vehicle for suspicion of stolen.

    • B. 

      B. Ensure the license plate matches the registration

    • C. 

      C. The VIN and the plate must match

    • D. 

      "A" and "C" are correct

  • 23. 
    The federal certification label must be readable without moving any part of the vehicle except an outer door; the label must be affixed to…
    • A. 

      Hinge Pillar

    • B. 

      Door latch post

    • C. 

      Door edge that meets the door latch post

    • D. 

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  • 24. 
    According to the OPOTC, there are seven indicators on the VIN plate or in the area of the VIN plate, which may lead an officer to believe that a vehicle is stolen. Choose the answer(s) that are one of those indicators.         
    • A. 

      A. Inconsistencies with rivets

    • B. 

      B. The VIN looks shiny or has a wet appearance to it.

    • C. 

      C. Evidence that the windshield has been removed

    • D. 

      None

    • E. 

      "A" and "C" are correct

  • 25. 
    The three common ways of defeating the Federal Certification label on the vehicle.
    • A. 

      Removal and reapplication of a different label from a donor car; Alteration of the existing label; Replacement with a counterfeit label.

    • B. 

      Deface label so it can’t be read; Replacement with counterfeit label; Cover label with after-market accessories.

    • C. 

      Deface the label; Cover the label; Replace the label.

    • D. 

      None

    • E. 

      Taking the vehicle to a local paint shop; wait until new paint is applied; now incognito from LE.