MTA Police 4

Question 1

An officer discovers a deceased person in an apartment with no signs of foul play. The FIRST step is to:

Accepted Answer

Notify the medical examiner and secure the scene

Answer

The scene must be secured and the medical examiner notified before any other action is taken at a death scene.

Question 2

Which behavior by an officer would constitute racial profiling?

Accepted Answer

Stopping someone solely because of their race with no other basis

Answer

Racial profiling occurs when race is the sole or primary factor for police action without any other articulable basis.

Question 3

When can an officer legally search a person incident to a lawful arrest?

Accepted Answer

Immediately at the time and place of arrest

Answer

A search incident to arrest may be conducted immediately upon a lawful arrest without additional justification.

Question 4

An officer is approached by someone claiming to be an undercover detective from another agency. The officer should:

Accepted Answer

Verify the identity through official channels before sharing information

Answer

Identity verification through official channels protects sensitive information from unauthorized disclosure.

Question 5

What is the primary goal of community policing?

Accepted Answer

Building partnerships between police and the community to prevent crime

Answer

Community policing emphasizes collaborative partnerships between law enforcement and community members to address safety concerns.

MTA - Police Exam Practice Test