NYPD NYPD Entry Exam 2

Question 1

An officer observes a vehicle with a broken taillight and initiates a traffic stop. The driver provides a license, registration, and insurance card. Which action should the officer take FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Verify the documents through dispatch

Answer

Issue a summons immediately

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Ask the driver to step out of the vehicle

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Call for backup before approaching

Question 2

When writing a police report, which information is considered MOST essential to include?

Accepted Answer

The exact time, date, location, and description of the incident

Answer

The officer's personal opinion of the suspect

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A summary of similar past incidents in the area

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Recommendations for sentencing

Question 3

A bystander reports witnessing a robbery and provides a description of the suspect. Which detail is MOST useful for an immediate search?

Accepted Answer

Clothing color and direction of flight

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The suspect's approximate age

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Whether the suspect appeared nervous

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The suspect's estimated weight

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of 'reasonable suspicion' as it applies to police stops?

Accepted Answer

Articulable facts suggesting criminal activity may be occurring

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A hunch based on an officer's gut feeling

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Proof beyond a reasonable doubt that a crime was committed

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A warrant issued by a judge

Question 5

A person approaches an officer on patrol and reports that her purse was stolen five minutes ago. The officer should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Obtain a detailed description of the suspect and the direction of flight

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Broadcast a description of the suspect over the radio

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Ask the victim to come to the precinct to file a report

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Call a supervisor for guidance

Question 6

Under New York State law, how long can a person be held for questioning without being charged or released?

Accepted Answer

48 hours

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12 hours

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24 hours

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72 hours

Question 7

An officer responds to a domestic dispute and finds both parties have visible injuries. What is the MOST appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Separate the parties, gather information, and arrest the primary aggressor

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Tell the parties to resolve the issue privately

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Advise the couple to seek counseling

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Leave if both parties say nothing happened