NPOST NPOST Police Test Law and Legal Concepts 2

Question 1

The "plain view" doctrine permits an officer to seize evidence without a warrant when:

Accepted Answer

The officer is lawfully present, the item is visible, and its incriminating nature is immediately apparent

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Any evidence is visible from a public sidewalk or street

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The officer believes evidence may be hidden nearby

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A witness directs the officer to the location of the evidence

Question 2

The Fifth Amendment grants a suspect the right to:

Accepted Answer

Remain silent and not be compelled to incriminate themselves

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Confront their accusers in open court

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Have an attorney present during all police interactions

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A speedy trial within 60 days of arrest

Question 3

An officer may make a warrantless felony arrest when:

Accepted Answer

The officer has probable cause to believe the person committed a felony

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The officer personally witnessed the crime being planned in advance

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A supervisor authorizes the arrest via radio communication

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The suspect is found within one mile of the crime scene

Question 4

Which constitutional amendment guarantees a criminal defendant the right to an attorney?

Accepted Answer

Sixth Amendment

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Fourth Amendment

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Fifth Amendment

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Eighth Amendment

Question 5

What is a "Terry stop"?

Accepted Answer

A brief investigative detention based on reasonable suspicion of criminal activity

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A full custodial arrest based on probable cause

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A consensual conversation between an officer and a citizen

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A warrantless search of a vehicle during a traffic stop

Question 6

If a person is free to leave and not in police custody Miranda warnings:

Accepted Answer

Are not required before questioning

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Are required before any questions are asked

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Must be given if questioning lasts more than 15 minutes

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Are required whenever questioning occurs at a police station