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7. Active listening skills are _________________. a. A set of communication skills that allow people who are communicating to build a relationship that facilitates effective communication. b. Listening to persons confessing crimes. c. Skills of communicating where one person dominates the conversation, encouraging the other to listen. d. Letting a person vent about their frustrations in dealing with law enforcement officers.

a. A set of communication skills that allow people who are communicating to build a relationship that facilitates effective communication.

43. The __________________ prohibits state and local governments from discriminating against an individual with a disability. a. ADA-American's with Disabilities Act b. MPC-Mom and Pops Club of Washington c. MDA-Mental Disability Association d. STOP-Discrimination with individuals with disabilities

a. ADA-American's with Disabilities Act

4. It is recommended that officers write their reports in ____________ person. a. First b. Second c. Third d. Fourth e. Fifth

a. First

12. When taking a statement from a suspect in custody, the ________________ requires officers to advise the suspect of his/her Constitutional rights. a. Miranda Decision b. Perkins Law c. Rebuttal Statement d. Interrogation Doctrine e. SOP's

a. Miranda Decision

13. Rules for establishing rapport include introducing yourself and let the person talk without interrupting. a. True b. False

a. True

27. An arrest warrant may be granted for misdemeanor offenses. a. True b. False

a. True

33. Police reports should be written in chronological order. a. True b. False

a. True

44. There are two types of affidavits. a. True b. False

a. True

37. Principles for de-escalating a person in crisis include all the following except? a. speak louder than the subject to let them know you are in control b. develop rapport c. ask them how you can help them d. do not touch the individual unless necessary to effect an arrest or for safety reasons e. all are appropriate

a. speak louder than the subject to let them know you are in control

1. When communication with a person with a mental illness, it is best to a. Be in control so the power is taken from the subject. b. Use simple language and speak slowly and clearly. c. Re-direct them by interrupting. d. Be aggressive to prevent the subject from gaining the power .e. Put them in restraints immediately.

b. Use simple language and speak slowly and clearly.

14. Reports should be written in a passive voice. For example: "The ticket was written by me." a. True b. False

b. False

3. Different cultures have different ways of communicating, however every culture expects direct eye contact when being spoken to as a sign of respect. a. True b. False

b. False

30. The ADA promotes that no individual gets specialized treatment or accommodation. a. True b. False

b. False

32. The media is generally allowed greater access to crime scenes then the general public. a. True b. False

b. False

40. An officer should only obtain a statement from a witness if they think they are credible. a. True b. False

b. False

10. Community Policing emphasizes _____________________________. a. Traffic enforcement b. Interpersonal communication skills c. Mandatory arrests on certain offenses d. Stricter sex offender laws

b. Interpersonal communication skills

15. Which is an example of non-verbal communication? a. Reading the suspect the Miranda Warning. b. Sitting with your arms folded while talking to subject. c. Telling suspect they are under arrest. d. Writing a true and accurate report. e. None of the answers are correct

b. Sitting with your arms folded while talking to subject.

8. Which is an example of emotional labeling? a. You are under arrest. b. You sound upset that you are under arrest. c. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. d. Tell me why you stole the car. e. This is your opportunity to share your story.

b. You sound upset that you are under arrest.

9. Community Policing consists of two primary components: community partnerships and ____________________. a. Traffic enforcement b. Problem solving c. Bounty hunting d. Case management e. Arresting offenders

b. problem solving

11. What is the difference between an interview and interrogation? a. Interview is questioning one person and interrogation is with more than one person. b. Interview is questioning of a person and interrogation is coercing a confession. c. Interview is questioning of an individual and interrogation is questioning an individual who is in custody. d. Interviewing is gaining rapport and Interrogating is a more aggressive form of interview with the end goal of a confession. e. They are the same.

c. Interview is questioning of an individual and interrogation is questioning an individual who is in custody.

20. For an arrested suspect's confession to be admissible in Minnesota, it must be: a. Signed and dated b. Witnessed by at least two people c. Recorded d. Written e. All the above

c. Recorded

5. This officer responded to a burglary at 123 Main Street. a. Deflection reporting b. Persuasive reporting c. Third person reporting d. Non-invasion reporting e. First person reporting

c. Third person reporting

28. A search warrant must be filed: a. Within the week of execution b. Within 2 days of execution c. Within 10 days of execution d. Within the calendar year e. None of the above

c. Within 10 days of execution

38. "I took a statement from the witnesses" is an example of______________. a. passive voice b. second person reporting c. first person reporting d. foreshadowing e. thoughtful influence

c. first person reporting

39. Officers field notes __________________. a. can be used as evidence. b. could be reviewed by detectives. c. may be used to write a police report. d. scrutinized in court.e. all the above.

c. may be used to write a police report.

36. Basic principles of responding to crisis negotiation include all the following except? a. assess the scene for threats b. contain the problem c. solve the subjects problems d. develop rapport e. identify demands

c. solve the subjects problems

19. A confession may be involuntary because of: a. Threats or promises b. Actual force c. Psychological coercion d. All the above e. A and C Only

d. All of the above

18. The omnibus hearing in Minnesota is concerned with: a. Determining the admissibility of evidence at a trial. b. Determining whether or not probably cause exists to justify the continuance of the criminal proceedings. c. Determining a conviction timeline. d. Both a and b.

d. Both a and b.

42. What does CIT stand for as it relates to communication in law enforcement? a. Critical Incident Team b. Child Interview Technique c. Central Investigation Team d. Crisis Intervention Team e. Catastrophic Interview Team

d. Crisis Intervention Team

22. To swear falsely concerning any matter under oath is a: a. Petty Misdemeanor b. Misdemeanor c. Gross Misdemeanor d. Felony

d. Felony

21. Under which amendment does a search warrant fall? a. First b. Second c. Third d. Fourth e. Fifth

d. Fourth

17. Accuracy in report writing means the report is written _____________. a. Subjectively b. Thoughtfully c. With regard to the victim d. Objectively e. Under Oath

d. Objectively

26. An order in writing, in the name of the state, signed by a court other than a court exercising probate jurisdiction, directed to a peace officer to make a search as authorized by law and hold any item seized, subject to the order of a court is a _____________________. a. Police report b. Subpoena c. Arrest warrant d. Search warrant e. All the above

d. Search warrant

31. A judge needs to review a search warrant ___________________ prepared by an officer before issuing a search warrant. a. ticket b. arrest c. copy d. affidavit e. report

d. affidavit

34. What are field notes? a. sketch of the scene b. notes collected at the scene that may implicate the suspect c. notes taken by the sergeant upon reviewing the reports d. notes taken by the officer investigating the incident e. notes the medical examiner takes at death scenes

d. notes taken by the officer investigating the incident

25. Search warrant affidavits can be presented to a judge: a. Orally over the phone b. Electronic means such as email c. In person d. Only A and B e. All the above

e. All the above

2. When dealing with intoxicated persons you should ________________. a. Continuously monitor the subject's behavior as it can change quickly. b. Always request backup. c. Handcuff the individual if they need to be arrested. d. Take nothing for granted. e. All the answers are correct.

e. All the answers are correct.

6. Programs referred to as ________- model, train law enforcement in dealing with individuals with mental illness. a. SAT b. CED c. SOT d. MET e. CIT

e. CIT

23. Loss of contact with reality, incoherent speech, extreme mood swings and delusions are often signs of: a. Being tired b. Diabetes c. Stress d. Suicidal ideations e. Psychotic episode

e. Psychotic episode

29. The ___________________ decision requires officers to record interrogations when possible. a. Stanley b. Garner c. Granley d. Sixth e. Scales

e. Scales

35. In general, when interviewing traumatized victims, __________________. a. tell them everything will be okay. b. develop rapport by telling them you know how they feel. c. it is okay to cry with them. d. remember if they are not acting appropriate they are probably lying. e. remember everyone responds to trauma different.

e. remember everyone responds to trauma different.