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Purposes for offering evidence in court (4) - Correct Answer - As an item of proof - To impeach a witness - To rehabilitate a witness - To assist in determining a sentence Classes of fire (4) - Correct Answer Class A - Ordinary combustibles Class B - Flammable liquids Class C - Electrical Class D - Combustible metals Deference between *influencing* (ARS 13-2802) and *tampering* (ARS 13- 2804) with a witness - Correct Answer Influence = threatening Tampering = any communication Paperwork which permits seizure of property - Correct Answer - Pre- judgement seizures; writ of attachment & writ of replevin - Post-judgement seizures; writ of restitution & writ of garnishment of writ 4 components of force matrix (BASP) - Correct Answer Balance Accuracy Speed Power 3 basic patrol patterns - Correct Answer - Circular - Double Back - Random Officer responsibilities during a civil dispute (6) - Correct Answer - Keep the peace - Determine if crime was committed - Provide safety to individuals and property - Attempt to referee or resolve problem - Be tactful - Retain reasoning powers Benefits of enhancing police/community relations (4) - Correct Answer - Greater community cooperation in solving/preventing crimes - Enhanced community understanding - Enforcing the law - Provide positive role models - Provide education and role models - Encouraging community participation 4 elements of force (JAPO) - Correct Answer - Jeopardy - Ability - Preclusion - Opportunity Officer safety considerations when handling mentally disturbed or irrational persons (5) - Correct Answer - Ignore verbal abuse - Avoid excitement - Contact/cover - Use adequate and reasonable restraining force - Maintain alertness 11 victim rights - Correct Answer - Treated fairly and respectfully - Receive notice of suspect's judicial process - Stay informed - Confer and give opinions/views - Be present in court - Receive prompt restitution - Speedy trial disposition - Safeguards for protection - Refuse to speak with defense - Recover evidence no longer needed - Motion/petition AVPU (first aid) - Correct Answer - Alert - Verbal - Painful (stimuli) - Unresponsive Intoxication-like symptoms may be associated with what medical conditions? (5) - Correct Answer - Epilepsy - Diabetic shock - Diabetic coma - Mental illness - Stroke 3 ways stress affects the human body (PBM) - Correct Answer - Physiological - Dispersal When can a minor sexual assault victim give consent to a medical examination? - Correct Answer If the sexual assault exam is needed quickly and the guardians are unavailable Procedures for conducting proper business and residential checks (4) - Correct Answer - Meet with citizens and business owners - Gather intel and locate criminal activity - Approach without being seen - Look for suspicious activity Services provided to victims of DV by resource agencies (4) - Correct Answer - Community services - Info/education about DV - Orders of protection - DV shelter services When must parents/guardians be notified that their child is in custody? - Correct Answer Written notice within 6 hours, unless: the parent was present at the time, residence was outside state (required within 24 hours), or residence is not ascertainable What constitutes a reportable collision? (3) - Correct Answer - Bodily injury/death - Issuance of citation - Damage in excess of $2000 When must a juvenile be segregated from other prisoners? (3) - Correct Answer - When confined with adults - When being transported with adults - When juvenile endangers the safety of other children Rap sheets contain what information? (10) - Correct Answer - Arrest history - Conviction history - Henry/NCIC fingerprint class - FBl# - Arrest# - Demographics on suspect (age, race, sex, etc.) - Types of charges - Driver's license # on-duty officers because they are being paid. It DOES apply to off-duty officers because they are acting as any other person 3 phases of a physical encounter - Correct Answer -Pre-contact - Contact - Neutralization Officer responsibilities during a DUI refusal (5) - Correct Answer - Petition for warrant - File refusal report - Serve order of suspension - Require immediate surrender of license for destruction - If not surrendered, why? Issue temporary permit and advise of suspension Regulations regarding loads extending beyond a vehicle - Correct Answer - No more than 3 feet beyond foremost - No more than 6 feet beyond rearmost Injunction against harassment - Correct Answer Against someone who has committed harassing acts. *Non-DV relationship* 5 parts of body - Correct Answer - Head - Neck - Trunk - Upper extremities - Lower extremities SARA method - Correct Answer - Scan - Analysis - Responding - Assessment Altering a vehicle (VIN) - Correct Answer - Knowingly removes, alters, or defaces = Class 3 Misd - Intentionally removes, alters, or defaces with the intent to conceal the ID of the vehicle = Class 5 Fel Actual vs implied consent - Correct Answer - Actual - Patient gives consent - Implied - patient is incapacitated and injuries are so extreme, it's assumed consent would be given In the absence of further direction, warrants may be served at what time? - Correct Answer Daytime: 0630-2200 All warrants must be prior to service/arrest - Correct Answer Confirmed What are the time limits for an arrestee's initial appearance and grand jury/prelim hearing (in and out of custody)? - Correct Answer - Initial appearance: 24 hours - Prelim/grand jury: 10 days (in custody) & 20 days (out of custody) Arrests can be made... - Correct Answer Any time day or night True/False: If an arrestee for a warrant requests to see such warrant, the officer must show him when it is reasonable to do so. - Correct Answer True True/False: If a person would be justified in threatening to use, or using deadly force, he/she must retreat before doing so. - Correct Answer False Consequences of bias-motivated crimes... (4) - Correct Answer - Victim denied constitutional rights; may suffer loss of property, injury, or death - Psychological/emotional trauma exceeds that which would be present under normal circumstances - Targeted groups become fearful, angry, alienated, and may retaliate - Division in community that may lead to violence Arrest warrant - Correct Answer An order signed by a magistrate/judge, identifying the defendant, and commanding the arrest of the defendant Summons - Correct Answer An order from the court commanding the named defendant to appear in court of law to answer for a criminal charge Define civil litigation - Correct Answer An action brought to enforce, redress, or protect rights. Civil litigations remedy private wrongs What types of property may be repossessed? (3) - Correct Answer - Self-help remedies (auto repo) - Commercial tenancies - Innkeepers being on unpaid guest property Who is immune from certain arrests/enforcement under AZ constitution? - Correct Answer - Ambassadors and foreign ministers Reactions a field officer must exhibit when encountering a plain clothes (PC) officer - Correct Answer - Display no reaction until acknowledged by PC officer - If no acknowledgement, react as you would to any other citizen Supremacy clause - Correct Answer Constitution, treaties, and laws of the US shall be the supreme law of the land Uses for police reports (4) - Correct Answer - Provide a permanent record of facts of an incident - Use in coordinating follow-up - Provide basis for officer evaluation - Provide statistical data Sexual abuse vs sexual assault - Correct Answer **Both are knowingly or intentionally** Sexual abuse = sexual contact with person 15 or older without consent or under 15 and only female breast is involved Sexual assault = commits sexual intercourse or oral sex without consent (rape statute) Steps for courtroom testimony preparation (7) - Correct Answer - Review report, evidence, BWC, statements - Be up to date on policy and procedure - Do NOT memorize report or facts - Prepare ahead of time - When appropriate, contact witnesses - Ensure professional appearance - Ensure evidence and relevant reports are accessible When making an arrest without a warrant, a suspect needs to be taken... - Correct Answer Without unnecessary delay, to the nearest most accessible magistrate in the county of arrest Jurisdiction and responsibility for the following federal courts: District court, court of appeals, and supreme court - Correct Answer -District court: all federal offenses - Court of Appeals: appeals from district - Supreme Court: power derived from Us Constitution; has final jurisdiction over constitutional questions - Destruction or concealment of evidence - Escape of occupant What 2 circumstances may an officer lawfully obtain a blood sample? - Correct Answer - Consent - Warrant Process for arrestee to obtain an additional test? - Correct Answer - Advise they have the right to additional tests (blood, breath, or urine) - Look up when they can test (during booking or after) Safeguards for using informants (4) - Correct Answer - Check for warrants/criminal history - Verify and document credibility and reliability - Comply with all agency policies and procedures - Protect Cl's identity and safety During a traffic stop, what might be happening if you observe the occupants moving around excessively? - Correct Answer Occupants may be preparing for an ambush or concealing evidence (drugs) Indicators of bias-motivated crimes (3) - Correct Answer - Pattern of criminal behavior towards a given group - Racial/ethnic/religious slurs - Hate group symbols ID the jurisdiction and primary responsibility of the following courts: municipal, justice, superior, court of appeals, and supreme court - Correct Answer - Municipal: city/town ordinances, misdemeanors within city limits - Justice: misdemeanors from sheriffs deputies and DPS officers - Superior: felonies - Court of Appeals: appeals and special actions from superior - State Supreme Court: highest court in state Common causes of civil litigation against LE officers and agencies (7) - Correct Answer - False arrest - First aid (rendering improperly or failing to render) - Excessive force - Vehicle collision - Illegal search and seizure - Fail to protect - Workplace harassment 
