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What is Sensory Distortion? An Officer may hallucinate that an Offender has already shot him How Does an Officer React to a Threat to Another Person? Locate, React, Control and Identify The Simplest Way for an Officer to Relieve Stress? Deep Belly Breathing When is an Officer justified in putting a mentally ill person in Jail? When there is no room at an Institution and he is place in jail for safetey reasons. A menetally ill person can only be held in a Jail for a maximum of 24 hours When there is a Robbery in Progress and a suspect is in the area an Officer should? Proceed as rapidly as possible, but use extreme caution. Assume the suspect is still at the scene. When an Officer takes a tape recorder to the crime scene he must? Record any victim, witness and suspect statements related to the crime. Do not cherry pick your witnesses Am Officer's note taking at a crime scene is minimized by? The type of offense, conditions of the case, officer attitude, officer ability and the number of officers assigned to the case

When Going to the scene of a domestic dispute, there are four phases, what are they?

1. Assess the situation
2. Take immediate corrective action
3. Listen & Observe
4. Follow up When an Officer is interviewing a witness or victim to a crime and the witness heard a loud noise, what perception might the witness have? A small crow may seem large When doing a building search, what is the best way to approach? Diagonal deployment Skids that are broken without release of the brake pressure. They occur when a locked and sliding wheel bounce over a bump, rut rail, or hole in the road It is called? A skip skid mark Which way do you turn the steering wheel when making a traffic stop? Turn wheel to the left On an unknown risk felony stop, what is the best way to approach, In a two man car? One officer approaches and the other stays out of the kill zone. What is verbal judo used for To get a person to comply with verbal commands

What are the characteristics of a hate crime? No gain is made, not property is taken, but usually involves harassment or assault. When you are testifying on the stand, once you are finished what should you do? Leave the court room and resume your normal duties What are TWO CORE Components of Community Policing?

1. Community Partnership

2. Problem Solving What part of S.A.R.A. model is a police officer a part of? Assessment Characteristics of Gang Activity are?

3. Graffiti

4. Drive by shooting

5. Collecting on a street corner, alley, schools etc... Under C.R.S. What can a victim request in writing? Release data of the offender, parole date By law who must report Child Abuse? Teachers, School authorities, child care personnel, physicians, therapists, any school employee i.e. janitor Steps in Crime Scene Sketching

6. Observe and Plan

2. Measure and outline the area
3. Plot objects of evidence
4. Take Notes
5. Identify the scene 6.Reassess the sketch What patterns are used in Crime Scene Searches?
6. Grid
7. Zone
8. Parallel/line/lane, spiral What is the element of a hostile work environment? Adverse effect on work performance What BAC will determine if someone if DUI? .08% or higher What is the objective of a DUI roadside? To divide the suspects attention? (Rhomberg technique). A drunk driver hits and kills a pedestrian What is he charged with? Vehicular Homicide

What is the purpose of Interview and Interrogation? To divide those responsible for a crime and to eliminate the innocent from suspicion. When can an Officer arrest without a warrant?

1. Crime is committed in Officer's Presence
2. Probable Cause Exists that the person committed the crime.
3. Upon a complaint from a victim/witness/citizen When a Robbery is in progress what information do you need to ID the suspect?
4. General Apperance 2.Important M.O.
5. Physical Evidence What is Physical evidence?
6. Fingerprints
7. Clothes
8. Hair
9. Foot/Tire prints etc... What does a Crime Scene Legend Contain? (Sketch)
10. Case No.
11. Date 3.Type of Crime

4. Location of Scene
5. Measurements Taken by:
6. Officers Name(s): Where is the scale and directional Arrow located and pointing in a sketch? Scale is on the outside of the drawing Arrow is pointing to Magnetic North at the top of the sketch. The most important chain of custody report is? The report should contain the precise route and timing of the movement of the evidence from the moment it was collected. When doing a physical lineup At least 5 individuals (other than the suspect) should be about the same height, weight and of compatible race. When using an informants you should? Control the informant Make no promises you can not keep A person is in the hospital from an assault and dying you should? Seek a dying declaration from the victim that will aid in the identification & prosecution of the killer

Where is the best place for an officer to write a ticket? Front seat of the patrol car keeping the ticket book at eye level. Where should the officer stand while talking to a suspect during a traffic stop? Over and behind their left shoulder Field Notes should be? Started at the begining of the shift. Limited to brief notes When you arrive to a domestic dispute what should you do?

1. Don't take sides
2. Make an Arrest when you have probable cause to believe a crime has been committed. When you arrive at a domestic and physical violence is evident you? Arrest the aggressor/perpetrator When you arrive at a domestic scene and no arrest is made you should
3. Leave you contact card 2.Leave brochures about shelters If you set a fire to another building what is required under C.R.S to charge 1 Degree Arson?

1. REAL Property of Another
2. No Consent of the Owner How do you get to your safety zone from your reach zone? As fast as you can ( haul ass)! What are latent fingerprints Impressions When a bullet is fired from a gun, how do you match the bullet to the gun? BY matching imperfections in the barrel of the gun to impressions on the bullet. Blank Blank When can a Juvenile be subject to direct filing (district court as an adult) When charged with a Class 1 of Class 2 Felony A victim is entitled to information regarding Charges Filed When a suspect has been arrested.

Gang members made their living in the 1980's by Drug sales When directing traffic at an two way intersection where is the safest place to stand? IN the middle of the intersection Using the best method of "quiet" in a building searches is? Remove loose items that make noise, visual items that protrude out in front, no unnecessary odors like cologne that can give away your position. When doing building searches you don;t? Rub your body against the wall, but keep your back towards the wall and stand 2"-4" away. School kids painting a wall is classified as what kind of crime? Defacing property-graffiti If an officer believes he has probable cause in a domestic dispute he must Make an Arrest Enticement of a Child is? Luring for sexual assault

An attorney paid to defend a suspect how has no money is called a public defender What is the order of procedure in the courtroom procedure? Jury Selection Opening Statement State's case Defendants case Jury Instructions Closing arguments Who investigates when an Officer is killed in the line of duty? FBI What is the First Amendment protect? The right to a "peaceful assembly" " freedom of religion", " Freedom of the Press" An officer commits a negligent tort when he does what? Negligently (accident, omission, error) fails to act. Miranda is required when?

In custody or under interrogation Terry vs. Ohio refers to? Search & Seizure case to stop and frisk for weapons. The officer must articulate the dangerousness of the situation for a frisk! Direct Evidence is? Witness testimony or physical evidence Physical evidence is? Real evidence that can be felt or seen by the jury A common error in collecting is? Not collecting enough of the sample for comparison by the prosecution and the defense When first arriving at an accident scene you should? Render AID to the injuried What is the meaning of empathy? Understanding What is the meaning of sympathy?

Self pity The 4 States that DO NOT have HATE CRIMES are? Alaska, Wyoming, Utah & Nebraska A bullet will leave a? Small entry hole and a larger cone shaped exit hole When a person writes or cashes a check without sufficient funds and is aware of it, (intends to defraud), what's the charge? Check Fraud What is the first step when you arrive at a chemical spill? Evacuate, Always protect yourself and the on scene officer. Why do informants become informants? People who feel it's their civic duty. What type of information is made when a witness is taken to ID a suspect within minutes of a crime having been committed? A Field ID or Show-up What is the best form of communicating technique for directing traffic

Non-verbal (whistle/hand signals) List three types of Crime Scene Sketches Triangulation Coordinate Base Line What are 3rd degree tactics? Threats of force Promises Mental & Physical manipulation used by Police officers What section of the report does unusual traits go into? Modus Operendi 4th Degree Arson is? Endangering a person or building Robbery is? Property taken by force, threats or intimidation from another person Aggravated Robbery is?

Property taken by force, threats or intimidation from another person BUT WITH the use of a deadly weapon is USED to causing injury to the victim. May an OUT of Country vehicle be driven in Colorado? If it is licensed in the country it comes from What is smear bituminous? Occurs with excess of asphalt or tar, usually warm, spread on the surface of the roadway by a sliding tire. Starts with a dark spot followed by a diminished shadow. What is ethnic intimidation? Harassment of people because of race, color, religion, national origin. NOT SEXUAL orientation. In a D.U.I. stop what do you do? Look for evidence of alcohol, odor of alcohol and physical signs of intoxication. How do you treat a SIDS case Like a Homicide While looking through binoculars you see cocaine in the 2nd story of a house, it' it admissible? NO, it was learned through extraordinary means.

What is spot cover in dealing with a fleeing suspect? Fixed post, generally at an intersection or some other vantage point overlooking one or more avenues of escape. What are the key factors of the equity phase of community policing? Equal distribution of police services and resources among communities. How long to renew a vehicles registration? last day of the following month's expiration What is the misunderstood expiration? Praise How do you mark evidence if you have a bloody scarf and a tire iron? Put the scarf in a paper bag, Use a stylus to mark the Tire Iron stupid question blank If the brakes on one side of a car lock up, what happens?

The Car will spin towards the locked tires What is a crisis rehearsal? Imagining yourself successful in a confrontation What is passive decay of memory Information Use it or loose it. What is the purpose of reviewing physical evidence in preparation of a case for trial? To make sure it was legally obtained. What is expressed consent? BY the act of driving you agree to take a chemical test if suspected of a DUI/DWAI/DUID What form should field notes be in? Narrative Chronological. Question and Answer What is the purpose of field notes? To refresh your memory When a school bus initiates lights and sign, do you need to stop when your on a divided highway?

NO

How do you treat a call of a burglary alarm and a door is open when you arrive? Treat it like a burglary in progress? What will determine if death or SBI occurs in an in-progress call? Officer Response time What statute can an officer be sued under for violating someones civil rights? Title 42 USC Section 1983 When will a government agency not have to pay officers damages? When he acts outside the scope of his employment and punitive damages are awarded What is induced damage? Folded sheet metal What is an excellent character of an officer? Trustworthy. Respect and loves Honesty

What is the second step in the formation of a mob? Crowd members loose individuality and begin functioning as a single unit. When a person sells a drug to a 17 year old, on school grounds and the person dies, what is the charge? 1st degree murder What powers are present throughout the entire criminal justice system? Discretion 80% of all convictions come from? Plea bargining What foundational requirement is needed for an emergency mental health hold? Probable Cause Who may carry a dangerous weapon? Active military, peace officers, Members of the Colorado National Guard in the performance of their duties,; or anyone having a valid license to carry such weapon. What is 2nd degree criminal tampering? Knowingly making an unauthorized connection with a property utility.

What makes a 2nd degree burglary a 1st degree burglary? The presence of a deadly weapon/explosive, threaten use of a deadly weapon What elements are involved with inciting a riot? When a person incites or urges a group of five or more persons to engage in a current or impending riot. What is not an illegal weapon? Firearm Silencer What class of offense is leaving the scene of an accident involving a death? Class 3 felony What class of offense is possession of drug paraphernalia Class 2 petty offense How many days do you have to change the address on a driver's license? 10 days

Who is the first person you must notify when taking a juvenile into temporary custody? Parent, Guardian or Legal Custodian What is the first notification you must make when taking a juvenile into temporary custody? The screening team must be notified What does bail provide Temporary liberty What is the State Patrol's main role in law enforcement? State traffic laws How many days does an officer have to turn in an accident report? 5 days What does an emergency vehicle have the right to do? Proceed past red light or stop sign, but only after slowing down, as may be necessary for safe operation How many years should a person's previous DUI's be noted on the DUI report? 5 years

What does Stone vs. people represent? Colorado case to Terry v. Ohio How should you approach a person on the street? Observe them from the front and approach from the rear If you see drugs in plain view what can you do? Seize it! If you have probable cause that a crime related evidence is in a vehicle and you can't get consent what should you do? Get a warrant What is the most important factor of an interview? Building Rapport What is the most important factor in an interview? Creating a sense of urgency What type of evidence is used to imply something? Circumstantial

Who can sue a person civilly? a private citizen Who can charge a person criminally The State When can a judge aquit on a case? When a reasonable man would see there is not enough evidence to convict or prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt. In a domestic when you feel violence is imminent you can? Call a judge for an emergency protection order Do you want to record opinion in your notes? Keep to a minimum and support with facts In a building search what flashlight techniques do you use? Flashlight roll, with back up Spot flash and move, without back up When responding to a disturbance call how do you respond

With both hands free What color dusting powder do you use to develop fingerprints? Contrasting color to the surface " Date Started" means what? Date the report was started What technique do you use to get across a door way in a building search? Leap What determines shot pattern? Choke and barrel length What four factors effect braking efficiency? Brake band Drum Tire Pavement What order should photos be taken at a crime scene? General Medium

Close w/o scale Close with scale When going to a high risk situation what should you never say to yourself? TRY What does a quid pro quo and hostile work environment harassment have in common The conduct is unwelcome Who should be trained first in community policing Top Administrators What do most new officers have in common? Higher Educational level On a felony stop who gives direction to the occupants? The driver of the first responding police car, the primary officer. Why should Officer's not accept gratuities The person now feels like you own them something

What is a "meat eater" who seeks to profit by victimizing others? A person of bad character who actively seeks out gratuities. The main goal you must first achieve in community policing? Mutual Trust The role of police officers as "crime fighters" must be replaced with? Role of problem solver If a person is a brilliant speaker and doesn't know they are, what are they? Unconscious competent What are the difficulties in investigating Arson? Coordinating efforts with the fire department Determining if a Crime has occurred Finding Physical evidence Finding Witnesses Determining of the victim is the suspect After a victim has been sexually assaulted Why is it hard to investigate? Sensitive Nature of the offense Social attitudes of the offense Victims horror/embarrassment