Questions from 2020 MPOETC Website "Study Guide"

The purpose of the field interview is to:

Gather information, identification, and prevent crime.

In the Commonwealth of PA, which court is at the top of the hierarchy and has the most judicial authority?

PA Supreme court

According to Pennsylvania law, what is the level of proof the Commonwealth must establish to find a verdict of guilty in a criminal court case?

Proof beyond a reasonable doubt

Officer Smith needs to interview a person with an intellectual disability. How should Smith proceed?

Smith should obtain identification from the person, including information concerning parents/guardians.

Mary approaches Sam at a local bar and asks Sam to beat-up Jack, her old boyfriend, because he has started to date another woman. Mary tells Sam that if he puts Jack in the hospital, she will give him $500. What charge can be brought against Mary?

Criminal Solicitation

Officer Jones is interviewing Bob Harrison. Since this is an interview, NOT an Interrogation, what is the status of Harrison?

Harrison is a witness in an investigation.

Which of the following body language tactics should an officer utilize on a domestic violence call?

Looking directly at the individuals when they are telling you their account of the situation.

When conducting field drug testing, which of the following should the officer NOT do?

Put a small sample on his finger to see if he can detect the controlled substance.

In 1829, who established the London Metropolitan Police Force, became known as "the Father of Modern Policing", and developed a list of policing principals that are still valid today in law enforcement?

Sir Robert Peel

Which is an example of an open body position that will aid in improving nonverbal communication?

a. Staring b. Crossed arms c. Clenched hands d. Leaning slightly forward

In the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, an operator of a school bus or school vehicle cannot drive, operate or be in physical control of such a vehicle if they have a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of:

0.02 or greater

Police officers respond to a report of a disturbance and hear cries for help from within the dwelling. The officers enter the dwelling and conduct a search for the source of the cries for help. This is an example of:

A legal search under the exigent circumstances exception to the requirement to obtain a warrant.

Which of the following incidents may be classified as a robbery?

A woman is knocked down to the ground by a purse-snatcher after she resisted his attempt to take her handbag containing $1.00 in change.

According to the Pa Crimes Code, Title 18, a person who enters a building or occupied structure with the intent to commit a crime therein should be charged with which crime?

Burglary

Operation of any combination of vehicles with a weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the gross weight rating of the vehicle or the vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds, requires which class of driver's license?

Class A

Which of the following is NOT one of PA's branches of government?

Federalist

According to the Pennsylvania DUI Association, which of the following is not a part of the Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) battery?

Finger-to-Nose Test

Which United States Supreme Court case established the "objective reasonable standard" to be applied to law enforcement officers in use of force incidents?

Graham v. Conner, 1989

Prior to contact with an individual displaying abnormal behavior, the officer should find out which of the following from the complainant?

Is the individual on medication and has he/she been taking it regularly?

According to Pennsylvania law, a "Reportable Crash" must meet all the following conditions, EXCEPT:

Occur on a highway, traffic way or private property.

According to the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, Title 75, Section 102, "to terminate by formal action of the department any license, registration or privilege issued or granted by the department" means which term?

Revoke

Officer Jones arrests suspect Smith for a misdemeanor violation. Smith is held at the station for just one hour and is then released. Smith needs to appear in court at a later time. What kind of legal order should Officer Jones obtain to command Smith to appear in court?

Summons

Officer Jones is the first officer on a crime scene. What scope of interviewing should Jones undertake right away?

The interviews should include only basic witness information and crime related facts of immediate importance.

According to Section 3362 of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, what is the maximum lawful speed limit on a rural road if there is not an official traffic control device indicating the posted speed limit?

a. 45 miles per hour b. 55 miles per hour

Which is NOT a primary responsibility of a first responding officer to the scene of a crime?

a. Apprehend the suspect b. Collect evidence c. Render first aid d. Secure the scene

You and your partner respond to a domestic violence call between a husband and wife. As the cover officer, which of the following is NOT your primary responsibility.

a. Decide when to make an arrest. b. Provide backup to your partner. c. Take responsibility for overall scene security. d. Use positioning to manage movement of people.

A firearm found at a crime scene is a valuable lead. Which of the following, best describes the FIRST of many steps necessary to investigate a case involving a firearm?

a. Dust for latent prints when the weapon is still lying on the ground. b. Measure, examine, and record the relative position of the firearm to other objects. c. Immediately collect the firearm by grasping it in such a manner as to prevent contamination. d. Pick it up very carefully so as not to destroy latent prints and place it in a plastic bag before it gets lost.

Officer Gilmore was transporting Smith to the police station for booking after Smith had been arrested, pursuant to a warrant, for sale and possession of heroin. Smith managed to escape while being led from the car to the building. Which of the following statements is true?

a. Gilmore can shoot his gun to apprehend Smith because it would be justified as use of force in law enforcement. b. Gilmore can shoot his gun to apprehend Smith because it would be justified as use of force in execution of public duty. c. Gilmore can shoot his gun to apprehend Smith so long as he shoots in the air rather than at Smith. d. Gilmore cannot shoot his gun to apprehend Smith because use of deadly force is not justified in this situation.

Upon receiving a radio transmission to respond to a fight in a bar, Officer Norris responds and is the first to arrive at the scene. When the officer enters the bar, he finds two men fighting. Although there is blood on both of the men's shirts, they appear to be only using their fists. The two men continue to fight even though Officer Norris orders them to stop several times. Which of the following would be the most appropriate response for Officer Norris? (Assume that Officer Norris has called for back-up units and has been advised that there will be a 10- minute delay in response.)

a. If one of the men retreats and the other continues to fight, Officer Norris would be correct to use deadly force to prevent the other man from continuing the attack. b. If neither of the two men retreat or indicate an intention to retreat, Officer Norris can use physical force necessary to stop the fight. c. If neither of the men indicates an intention to stop or retreat, the best action for Officer Norris would be not to interfere since he cannot be certain if either of the men will press charges. d. Since a felony was committed, Officer Norris would be correct to use physical force or deadly physical force.

Why are nylon restraining ties preferable to traditional handcuffs in situations involving multiple arrests?

a. Nylon ties provide more secure restraint than handcuffs. b. Nylon ties are easier for officers to remove than handcuffs. c. Nylon ties are more convenient for officers to carry than handcuffs. d. Nylon ties are easier for officers to apply

Mr. Henry is mentally ill and believes that aliens have kidnapped his brother. Even after Henry speaks to his brother on the telephone, he continues to believe that his brother is kidnapped. From what psychotic condition does Henry suffer?

a. Paranoia b. Delusions c. Hallucinations d. Antisocial behavior

Fingerprint evidence is extremely delicate and easily damaged. Contamination is a hazard, which may be best prevented by:

a. Protection of the crime scene. b. Using an adequate amount of powder in developing the latent print. c. The proper use of the brush. d. All of the above.

Which level of proof is established in the United Stated Constitution, specifically the Bill of Rights?

a. Reasonable suspicion b. Probable cause c. Prima Facia d. Proof beyond a reasonable doubt

Officer Jones is removing two felony suspects from the front seat of a stopped motor vehicle. Suspect Smith is driving the car. Suspect Harrison is the passenger. How should Officer Jones order the suspects to exit the vehicle?

a. Remove Smith, and then Harrison, both from the front door of the vehicle. b. Remove Smith through the left front door. And remove Harrison from the right front door.

Which of the following is an example of unprofessional behavior in the courtroom?

a. Talking during another's testimony. b. Nodding recognition to fellow officers. c. Listening to the other court cases. d. Looking at the jury.

The Exclusionary Rule is a legal principle which holds evidence that is found, collected, or analyzed in violation of an individual's constitutional rights can be inadmissible in court. Which of the following statements regarding The Exclusionary Rule is NOT accurate?

a. The Exclusionary Rule can be applied at primary hearings and/or collateral hearings. b. The Exclusionary Rule applies to law enforcement. c. The Exclusionary Rule only applies in a criminal prosecution. d. The Exclusionary Rule states that evidence will be suppressed but does not state that the charges will automatically be dropped.

The first contact between the officer and his subject will usually set the tone of the interview. Which of the following statements applies to the initial meeting?

a. The subject soon learns that he must do what he is told. b. The subject must recognize the sincerity, interest and understanding of the officer. c. The rigidity of the interviewer should be immediately felt. d. All of the above.

Serious Bodily injury is defined a/an:

a. injury which creates substantial risk of death. b. impairment of physical condition or substantial pain. c. permanent disfigurement.

The best technique an officer can use to recall past events is to:

b. Use an individualized short-hand method to record notes. d. Maintain a field notebook.

Officer Jones is investigating the theft of several computers from a warehouse. Jones executes a search warrant at a residence and discovers the computers. Officer Jones describes these computers in her report as:

c. Profits of the crimes d. Fruits of the crime