NTN Police NTN Police Traffic Enforcement and Patrol Procedures 3

Question 1

An officer conducting a routine patrol observes a vehicle parked with its hazard lights flashing on the roadway shoulder. The officer should:

Accepted Answer

Stop to investigate and assist in case the driver needs help

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Ignore it unless another call comes in about the vehicle

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Call a tow truck without stopping

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File a report from the station without making contact

Question 2

During a DUI investigation, what is the purpose of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs)?

Accepted Answer

To provide observable clues of impairment that establish probable cause for a DUI arrest

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To replace chemical breath testing entirely

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To entertain bystanders while waiting for a breathalyzer

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To determine if a driver's license is valid

Question 3

An officer is writing a citation for a traffic infraction. Which information is LEAST important to include on the citation?

Accepted Answer

Officer's personal home address

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Date, time, and location of the violation

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Description of the violation observed

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Vehicle description and license plate number

Question 4

When an officer approaches a vehicle stopped at a checkpoint, and the driver voluntarily hands over a bag of drugs, this would be considered:

Accepted Answer

A voluntary abandonment or consent that does not require Fourth Amendment justification

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An illegal search requiring suppression

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Evidence that can only be used after a warrant is obtained

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Fruit of the poisonous tree

Question 5

An officer must write a use-of-force report after an incident. The report should be completed:

Accepted Answer

As soon as practicable after the incident while details are fresh

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At the officer's convenience within the next week

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Only if the subject files a complaint

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By the supervisor, not the officer involved

Question 6

During a vehicle pursuit, a supervisor orders the officer to terminate the chase. The officer should:

Accepted Answer

Immediately comply and discontinue the pursuit

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Continue until the suspect stops or crashes

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Argue the decision over the radio until permitted to continue

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Slow down but maintain visual contact with the suspect

An officer conducting a routine patrol observes a vehicle parked with its hazard lights flashing on the roadway shoulder.The officer should: