MTA Police Written 4

Question 1

Under New York law, what is the time limit within which a person arrested without a warrant must be brought before a judge?

Accepted Answer

24 hours

Answer

New York law generally requires that a person arrested without a warrant be arraigned within 24 hours.

Question 2

An MTA officer observes a passenger who appears to be experiencing a medical emergency on a train. The FIRST action should be:

Accepted Answer

Call for EMS and render first aid within the officer's training level

Answer

Officers have a duty to render first aid within their training while simultaneously summoning professional medical help.

Question 3

Which of the following situations requires a written use-of-force report?

Accepted Answer

Drawing a firearm even if it is not discharged

Answer

Many departments require documentation any time a firearm is unholstered, as it constitutes a level of force.

Question 4

The term 'exigent circumstances' in law enforcement refers to:

Accepted Answer

Emergency situations that justify immediate action without a warrant

Answer

Exigent circumstances are emergencies such as hot pursuit or imminent danger that allow officers to act without obtaining a warrant first.

Question 5

A commuter complains that her wallet was stolen 30 minutes ago on the 6 train. She does not know the suspect's identity but can describe what the person was wearing. The officer should:

Accepted Answer

Take a full complaint report, gather the detailed description, and transmit the description over the radio

Answer

A theft on MTA property is within MTA Police jurisdiction; a complaint report and suspect description broadcast are the proper responses.

MTA - Police Exam Practice Test

MTA - Police Exam Practice Test

MTA Police Written 4