MTA Criminal Law 2

Question 1

Under the Model Penal Code, which mental state requires that a person be aware that their conduct is of a particular nature or that a particular result will occur?

Accepted Answer

Knowledge

Answer

Knowledge (also called 'knowingly') means the person is aware that their conduct is of a particular nature or that a particular result is practically certain to follow.

Question 2

A person who breaks into a closed business at night intending to steal merchandise has most likely committed:

Accepted Answer

Burglary

Answer

Burglary is the unlawful entry into a structure with the intent to commit a crime inside, which fits breaking into a business to steal.

Question 3

Which element distinguishes robbery from simple larceny?

Accepted Answer

The use of force or threat of force

Answer

Robbery requires that property be taken from a person by force or intimidation, whereas larceny does not require force.

Question 4

An officer observes a suspect flee after seeing police. Under most jurisdictions, flight alone:

Accepted Answer

Is not sufficient by itself to establish reasonable suspicion

Answer

The Supreme Court held in Illinois v. Wardlow that flight from police in a high-crime area may contribute to reasonable suspicion, but flight alone is not sufficient.

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'transferred intent'?

Accepted Answer

Intent directed at one person that applies when a different person is harmed

Answer

Transferred intent holds a defendant liable when they intend to harm one person but accidentally harm another — the intent 'transfers' to the actual victim.

MTA - Police Exam Practice Test

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MTA Criminal Law 2