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Question 1

A driver presents an out-of-state license during a stop. The trooper should:

Accepted Answer

Run the out-of-state license through NCIC/NLETS

Answer

NCIC and NLETS allow troopers to verify out-of-state and foreign licenses and check for outstanding warrants.

Question 2

During a high-speed pursuit, a supervisor orders the pursuit terminated. The trooper must:

Accepted Answer

Discontinue immediately and follow supervisor's direction

Answer

Supervisors have authority to terminate pursuits, and officers are bound to comply with that lawful order.

Question 3

A trooper stops a vehicle and smells fresh marijuana but marijuana is now legal in that state for adults. What should guide the trooper's next steps?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a field sobriety test to determine impairment

Answer

Even where marijuana is legal, the odor combined with driving creates reasonable suspicion of impaired driving, warranting field sobriety testing.

Question 4

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures?

Accepted Answer

Fourth Amendment

Answer

The Fourth Amendment specifically protects against unreasonable searches and seizures and requires probable cause for warrants.

Question 5

A trooper encounters a suspect who provides a false name. Upon learning the real identity, the trooper discovers an outstanding arrest warrant. What happens to any evidence found?

Accepted Answer

It may be admissible under the attenuation doctrine (Utah v. Strieff)

Answer

In Utah v. Strieff (2016), the Supreme Court held that evidence found after discovering a valid pre-existing arrest warrant can be admissible under the attenuation doctrine.

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