DPSST Arrest, Search & Detention Procedures 2

Question 1

What is the legal term for the unlawful confinement of a person against their will without legal justification?

Accepted Answer

False imprisonment

Answer

Trespass

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Assault

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Breach of peace

Question 2

Before searching a person's bag at a private venue, the most legally sound practice for a security officer is to:

Accepted Answer

Rely on posted signs and the terms of entry that permit searches as a condition of admission

Answer

Conduct the search immediately upon entry without explanation

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Demand a law enforcement officer be present for all searches

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Require the person to sign a waiver before being searched

Question 3

A detained suspect begins resisting. Which type of force is generally the most appropriate initial response for a DPSST unarmed security officer?

Accepted Answer

Verbal commands to de-escalate and regain compliance

Answer

Immediate takedown technique

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Calling for armed backup before any physical response

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Releasing the suspect to avoid confrontation

Question 4

When documenting a detention incident, which information is LEAST critical to include in the initial report?

Accepted Answer

The suspect's personal opinion of the officer

Answer

The suspect's physical description

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The specific behavior or evidence that justified the detention

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The time, date, and location of the incident

Question 5

An unarmed security officer witnesses a felony in progress. Under Oregon citizen's arrest law, the officer may:

Accepted Answer

Arrest the person who committed the felony

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Arrest the suspect only if a sworn officer authorizes it

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Only detain the suspect until a witness can confirm the crime

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Call 911 and take no direct action until police arrive

Question 6

A security officer searching a detainee's outer pockets discovers what appears to be contraband. What is the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Preserve the item in place, avoid contaminating it, and document its location for law enforcement

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Confiscate and destroy the contraband immediately

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Return the item and note it in the report

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Transfer the item to a supervisor's safe for storage

Question 7

Which statement about Miranda rights is accurate for DPSST-certified unarmed security officers?

Accepted Answer

Miranda rights only apply to questioning by government agents such as police officers

Answer

Security officers must read Miranda rights before questioning any detainee

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Failure to read Miranda rights voids a citizen's arrest

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Miranda rights must be read once handcuffs are applied