BCOT EXAM STUDY GUIDE 2026/2027
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1. Once charged, when must an employee report the offense to their
supervisor/manager? - ANSWER ✔ immediately upon returning to work or
within 24 hours, whichever is sooner.
2. What are the 3 main examples of motor vehicle offenses that may result in
immediate suspension or revocation of the employees drivers license? -
ANSWER ✔ DWI,
DUI,
Speeding 55 MPH and over 15 MPH over the posted speed limit
3. Name 5 different type of "Formal notice" - ANSWER ✔ arrest,
detention,
citation,
criminal summons,
civil summons,
permanent restraining order,
warrant for arrest,
order for arrest,
bill of information,
notice from DMV,
order to show cause
4. If a certified officer is convicted of a misdemeanor offense while employed
as a criminal justice officer, how long can their criminal justice certification
be suspended? - ANSWER ✔ 3 years
,5. from the CJ administrative code, "convicted" or "conviction" means what?
(3 things) - ANSWER ✔ verdict or finding of guilty, plea of guilty, plea of
no contest/nolo contendere
6. although the DPS Personnel notifies the Criminal Justice Division of
certified employees criminal offenses, who is ultimately responsible for
reporting? - ANSWER ✔ the certified officer is responsible to ensure the
criminal offenses are reported to the CJSD
7. define "integrity" in ancient times - ANSWER ✔ Integrity is the putting on
of armor, building completeness, wholeness in character
8. the word "ethics" comes from what greek and latin term? - ANSWER ✔
greek for "character" and latin for "customs"
9. Under the secretary of Public safety, what is the responsibility of OSI? -
ANSWER ✔ oversees and conducts administrative investigations and
administers the disciplinary process to ensure corrective actions are fair,
consistent, technically accurate, and comply with the state agency policies.
10.every employee of NCDPS shall have the affirmation obligation to report,
directly and WITHOUT UNDUE DELAY any and all information
concerning conduct which the know or should reasonably know to involve
corrupt or other criminal activity or conflict of interest - ANSWER ✔
Obligation to Report
11.what is a common reason why hostage situations arise? - ANSWER ✔
inmates want to create a change within the facility
12.what is NOT a stop in a hostage takeover situation? - ANSWER ✔ notify
the media
13.define transference - ANSWER ✔ ability of one individual to relate to
another feelings
14.what is the most important aspect in a hostage situation? - ANSWER ✔
time. the first 15-45 minutes are the most dangerous.
,15.what is the primary purpose of negotiations? - ANSWER ✔ the safe
release of hostages and the apprehension of all hostage takers without loss of
life
16.if an employee of high ranking, such as the facility head, is taken hostage.
Does he have authority? - ANSWER ✔ No, any employee taken hostage
loses all authority and orders can not be obeyed
17.why can a hostage taker leave the facility? - ANSWER ✔ using a hostage
to leave the facility is not allowed according to NC law in order to protect
the general public
18.definition of culture - ANSWER ✔ accumulated thoughts,
communications, habits, attitudes, customs, institutions and beliefs of a
group of people that define for them their general behavior and way of life
19.define cultural awareness - ANSWER ✔ foundation of communication. the
ability of standing back from ourselves and becoming aware of our cultural
values, beliefs and perceptions.
20.behaviors and speech of people from different cultures may differ
significantly from one another expectations is a result of which of the 4
emotional reactions in dealing with cross cultural communication? -
ANSWER ✔ disconfirmed expectations
21.what are the 4 parts to the expandable baton - ANSWER ✔ long end
long portion
grip end
grip portion
22.which of the following is a green target area? - ANSWER ✔ forearm
23.which of the following is a yellow target area? - ANSWER ✔ knee joint
24.which of the following is a red target area? - ANSWER ✔ solar plexus
, 25.what are some common situations restrains may be used? when taking a
medium or higher custody level inmate outside the confines of the prison
facility EXCEPT... - ANSWER ✔ transfer bus
outside work details
medical needs
26.when inspecting handcuffs, check for... - ANSWER ✔ cleanliness, weak
spots, loose parts
27.what is a type of restraint other than mechanical? - ANSWER ✔ flexi cuffs
28.what is the last step to take when applying handcuffs or leg irons? -
ANSWER ✔ double lock, double check
29.what is the maximum time frame an inmate may be restrained before the
Region Director is required to transfer the inmate to CP or NCCIW? -
ANSWER ✔ 48 hours
30.how often is an inmate allowed to utilize the restroom while restrained? -
ANSWER ✔ every 2 hours
31.medical must check an inmate that has been placed in 4 point restraints
every - ANSWER ✔ 4 hours
32.the OIC must check the inmates compliance every - ANSWER ✔ 2 hours
33.during restraint, a CO is required to observe the inmate every 15 minutes
and document any necessary notes on a ... - ANSWER ✔ DC-141
34.code 1 - ANSWER ✔ lockdown/yard closed
35.code 2 - ANSWER ✔ inmate count/recount
36.code 3 - ANSWER ✔ all inmate movement stop
37.code 4 - ANSWER ✔ inmate disturbance & location
38.code 5 - ANSWER ✔ fire & location
ACCURATE QUESTIONS WITH
CORRECT DETAILED SOLUTIONS ||
100% GUARANTEED PASS
<NEWEST VERSION>
1. Once charged, when must an employee report the offense to their
supervisor/manager? - ANSWER ✔ immediately upon returning to work or
within 24 hours, whichever is sooner.
2. What are the 3 main examples of motor vehicle offenses that may result in
immediate suspension or revocation of the employees drivers license? -
ANSWER ✔ DWI,
DUI,
Speeding 55 MPH and over 15 MPH over the posted speed limit
3. Name 5 different type of "Formal notice" - ANSWER ✔ arrest,
detention,
citation,
criminal summons,
civil summons,
permanent restraining order,
warrant for arrest,
order for arrest,
bill of information,
notice from DMV,
order to show cause
4. If a certified officer is convicted of a misdemeanor offense while employed
as a criminal justice officer, how long can their criminal justice certification
be suspended? - ANSWER ✔ 3 years
,5. from the CJ administrative code, "convicted" or "conviction" means what?
(3 things) - ANSWER ✔ verdict or finding of guilty, plea of guilty, plea of
no contest/nolo contendere
6. although the DPS Personnel notifies the Criminal Justice Division of
certified employees criminal offenses, who is ultimately responsible for
reporting? - ANSWER ✔ the certified officer is responsible to ensure the
criminal offenses are reported to the CJSD
7. define "integrity" in ancient times - ANSWER ✔ Integrity is the putting on
of armor, building completeness, wholeness in character
8. the word "ethics" comes from what greek and latin term? - ANSWER ✔
greek for "character" and latin for "customs"
9. Under the secretary of Public safety, what is the responsibility of OSI? -
ANSWER ✔ oversees and conducts administrative investigations and
administers the disciplinary process to ensure corrective actions are fair,
consistent, technically accurate, and comply with the state agency policies.
10.every employee of NCDPS shall have the affirmation obligation to report,
directly and WITHOUT UNDUE DELAY any and all information
concerning conduct which the know or should reasonably know to involve
corrupt or other criminal activity or conflict of interest - ANSWER ✔
Obligation to Report
11.what is a common reason why hostage situations arise? - ANSWER ✔
inmates want to create a change within the facility
12.what is NOT a stop in a hostage takeover situation? - ANSWER ✔ notify
the media
13.define transference - ANSWER ✔ ability of one individual to relate to
another feelings
14.what is the most important aspect in a hostage situation? - ANSWER ✔
time. the first 15-45 minutes are the most dangerous.
,15.what is the primary purpose of negotiations? - ANSWER ✔ the safe
release of hostages and the apprehension of all hostage takers without loss of
life
16.if an employee of high ranking, such as the facility head, is taken hostage.
Does he have authority? - ANSWER ✔ No, any employee taken hostage
loses all authority and orders can not be obeyed
17.why can a hostage taker leave the facility? - ANSWER ✔ using a hostage
to leave the facility is not allowed according to NC law in order to protect
the general public
18.definition of culture - ANSWER ✔ accumulated thoughts,
communications, habits, attitudes, customs, institutions and beliefs of a
group of people that define for them their general behavior and way of life
19.define cultural awareness - ANSWER ✔ foundation of communication. the
ability of standing back from ourselves and becoming aware of our cultural
values, beliefs and perceptions.
20.behaviors and speech of people from different cultures may differ
significantly from one another expectations is a result of which of the 4
emotional reactions in dealing with cross cultural communication? -
ANSWER ✔ disconfirmed expectations
21.what are the 4 parts to the expandable baton - ANSWER ✔ long end
long portion
grip end
grip portion
22.which of the following is a green target area? - ANSWER ✔ forearm
23.which of the following is a yellow target area? - ANSWER ✔ knee joint
24.which of the following is a red target area? - ANSWER ✔ solar plexus
, 25.what are some common situations restrains may be used? when taking a
medium or higher custody level inmate outside the confines of the prison
facility EXCEPT... - ANSWER ✔ transfer bus
outside work details
medical needs
26.when inspecting handcuffs, check for... - ANSWER ✔ cleanliness, weak
spots, loose parts
27.what is a type of restraint other than mechanical? - ANSWER ✔ flexi cuffs
28.what is the last step to take when applying handcuffs or leg irons? -
ANSWER ✔ double lock, double check
29.what is the maximum time frame an inmate may be restrained before the
Region Director is required to transfer the inmate to CP or NCCIW? -
ANSWER ✔ 48 hours
30.how often is an inmate allowed to utilize the restroom while restrained? -
ANSWER ✔ every 2 hours
31.medical must check an inmate that has been placed in 4 point restraints
every - ANSWER ✔ 4 hours
32.the OIC must check the inmates compliance every - ANSWER ✔ 2 hours
33.during restraint, a CO is required to observe the inmate every 15 minutes
and document any necessary notes on a ... - ANSWER ✔ DC-141
34.code 1 - ANSWER ✔ lockdown/yard closed
35.code 2 - ANSWER ✔ inmate count/recount
36.code 3 - ANSWER ✔ all inmate movement stop
37.code 4 - ANSWER ✔ inmate disturbance & location
38.code 5 - ANSWER ✔ fire & location
