Law & Justice Chapter 3: Law Enforcement

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A police officer uses discretion on a daily basis. Which would not be an example of a police officer using discretion? Whether to draw his weapon in a stressful situation, Whether to shoot his/her gun at a criminal, Whether to perform a search of a locker, Whether to respond to an emergency call, Whether to assist someone in need

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Whether to respond to an emergency call

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Agent J travels to Brazil to investigate a heroin drug ring. Which federal agency does he most likely work for?

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Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)

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Which Federal Law Enforcement Agency employs the most officers? Options: Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security - Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Department of the Treasury - Internal Revenue Service, Department of Justice - Federal Bureau of Investigations, Department of Justice - Drug Enforcement Agency

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Department of Homeland Security - Bureau of Customs and Border Protection

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You are stopped by a law enforcement officer for speeding. Which choice is true? You are required to show documentation such as license, registration, and proof of insurance.

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You are required to show documentation such as license, registration, and proof of insurance.

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Which state does not have a state police department? Options: Texas, Rhode Island, Delaware, Hawaii

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Hawaii

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Which is not one of the four basic responsibilities of a police officer? Options: Enforcing laws, Preventing crime, Preserving the peace, Providing services

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Making laws

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Encompasses protection of, among others, the President, the Vice President, former presidents, visiting heads of state, and major presidential and vice presidential candidates. Protection from this federal agency extends to Congressmen, Foreign Dignitaries, etc.

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Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Secret Service

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Which statement best describes the Due Process Clause included in the 5th Amendment? Options: “Through an extensive process, every person is guaranteed a trial by Grand Jury - no matter the charge.” , “No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.” , “No person cannot be tried for same crime twice.” , “The right to avoid giving testimony that will make you appear guilty of a crime.”

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No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or property without due process of law.

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Most agencies require at a minimum that a police officer: Not have been convicted of a felony, Be a U.S. Citizen, Have or be eligible to have a driver’s license in the state where the department is located, Meet weight and eyesight requirements

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All of these are requirements

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This federal agency investigates the illegal importation and sale of controlled drugs.

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DEA