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Accessory - (ANSWER)One who is not the chief actor in the offense, nor present at its performance, but
is in some way involved, either before or after the act committed. One who aids, abets, commands, or
counsels another in the commission of a crime. Synonym for "accomplice" or "abettor."
Admission - (ANSWER)Generally, confessions, concessions or voluntary acknowledgments made by a
person of the existence of certain facts. In the criminal context, a statement by a person of facts which in
connection with proof of other facts or circumstances, tends to prove guilt, but which is, itself,
insufficient to merit conviction.
Aggravation - (ANSWER)Any circumstance attending the commission of a crime which increases its guilt
or enormity or adds to its injurious consequences, but which is above and beyond the essential
constituents of the crime itself.
Arrest - (ANSWER)To take a person into custody, by authority of law, for the purpose of charging him/her
with a criminal offense.
Arrest Warrant - (ANSWER)A written order issued by a judge that directs a law enforcement officer to
arrest a person and bring them to court.
Arson - (ANSWER)Burning or attemting to burn a building owned by another, with the intent to kill or
seriously injury a person.
Assault - (ANSWER)An attempt or threat to inflict bodily injury upon another, along with the apparent
ability to do so, which places the victim in fear of injury or bodily harm.
Attempted Robbery - (ANSWER)A crime that results in no property taken but the suspect is still sought
for the actions leading to the attempt.
Back Up - (ANSWER)Police officers who assist the first responders.
, SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFF EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH
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Battery - (ANSWER)Battery is causing bodily harm to a person by any means, or making physical contact
with a person of an insulting or provocative nature.
Bench Warrant - (ANSWER)A document issued by the court to mandate the appearance of an individual
before the court.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) - (ANSWER)The concentration of alcohol in the bloodstream.
Breathalyzer - (ANSWER)An instrument used by trained operators to measure the Blood Alcohol Content
(BAC) of a persons breath.
Burglary - (ANSWER)Entering a dwelling, room, or building of another with the intent to carry away items
or fixtures from the premises.
Carjacking - (ANSWER)Knowingly or recklessly by force or violence, taking or attempting to take from
another person immediate actual possession of the person's motor vehicle.
Child - (ANSWER)A person who has not yet attained the age of 16 years.
Citation - (ANSWER)An order issued by the police requiring a person to appear on a specific day and do
something therein mentioned.
Civil Action - (ANSWER)A lawsuit to redress a private wrong, in which the remedies are money damages
and/or injunctions.
Coercion - (ANSWER)The threat or use of mental or physical means to get information.
DETAILED VERIFIED AND 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS ALREADY
GRADED A+
Accessory - (ANSWER)One who is not the chief actor in the offense, nor present at its performance, but
is in some way involved, either before or after the act committed. One who aids, abets, commands, or
counsels another in the commission of a crime. Synonym for "accomplice" or "abettor."
Admission - (ANSWER)Generally, confessions, concessions or voluntary acknowledgments made by a
person of the existence of certain facts. In the criminal context, a statement by a person of facts which in
connection with proof of other facts or circumstances, tends to prove guilt, but which is, itself,
insufficient to merit conviction.
Aggravation - (ANSWER)Any circumstance attending the commission of a crime which increases its guilt
or enormity or adds to its injurious consequences, but which is above and beyond the essential
constituents of the crime itself.
Arrest - (ANSWER)To take a person into custody, by authority of law, for the purpose of charging him/her
with a criminal offense.
Arrest Warrant - (ANSWER)A written order issued by a judge that directs a law enforcement officer to
arrest a person and bring them to court.
Arson - (ANSWER)Burning or attemting to burn a building owned by another, with the intent to kill or
seriously injury a person.
Assault - (ANSWER)An attempt or threat to inflict bodily injury upon another, along with the apparent
ability to do so, which places the victim in fear of injury or bodily harm.
Attempted Robbery - (ANSWER)A crime that results in no property taken but the suspect is still sought
for the actions leading to the attempt.
Back Up - (ANSWER)Police officers who assist the first responders.
, SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFF EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH
DETAILED VERIFIED AND 100% ACCURATE ANSWERS ALREADY
GRADED A+
Battery - (ANSWER)Battery is causing bodily harm to a person by any means, or making physical contact
with a person of an insulting or provocative nature.
Bench Warrant - (ANSWER)A document issued by the court to mandate the appearance of an individual
before the court.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) - (ANSWER)The concentration of alcohol in the bloodstream.
Breathalyzer - (ANSWER)An instrument used by trained operators to measure the Blood Alcohol Content
(BAC) of a persons breath.
Burglary - (ANSWER)Entering a dwelling, room, or building of another with the intent to carry away items
or fixtures from the premises.
Carjacking - (ANSWER)Knowingly or recklessly by force or violence, taking or attempting to take from
another person immediate actual possession of the person's motor vehicle.
Child - (ANSWER)A person who has not yet attained the age of 16 years.
Citation - (ANSWER)An order issued by the police requiring a person to appear on a specific day and do
something therein mentioned.
Civil Action - (ANSWER)A lawsuit to redress a private wrong, in which the remedies are money damages
and/or injunctions.
Coercion - (ANSWER)The threat or use of mental or physical means to get information.
