OPC EXAM ONE Questions and Correct Answers 100% Verified Graded A+
Under what circumstances can a search be conducted incident to investigative detention? -
If the officer reasonably believes their safety or the safety of others is at risk
What does the term 'Roadway' refer to, as per the HTA? - The part of the highway that is
improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, excluding the shoulder
What is the primary aim of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) regarding the publication of
the identity of young persons involved in the criminal justice system? - To protect the
identity of young persons, with exceptions for situations where publication is deemed necessary
for public safety.
Which of the given drivers are exempt from wearing a seatbelt according to HTA Sec 106(6)? -
Persons of a certain size
When is the spine most vulnerable? - Flexed and rotated
What is the maximum fine that must not be exceeded when serving a certificate of offence on a
person before court? - $1000 excluding court costs and the victim surcharge
What is the actual danger area for a vehicle stop? - Rearward danger area
When engaging in a foot pursuit, effective communication is key to officer and public safety;
however, officers need NOT communicate with: - The media
,What is the role of the police in response to elder abuse? - They must be aware of the
different forms of abuse and know what actions are required.
What is the purpose of the Ontario Public-Police Interactions Training Aid? - To provide
training and context to understand police officers' decisions during public interactions.
What can a person do if their rights or freedoms guaranteed by the Charter have been infringed
or denied? - Apply to a court of competent jurisdiction to obtain a remedy
What is the appropriate charge for a driver leaving a shopping mall parking lot with a stop sign at
the exit, making a left turn onto a highway and colliding with an oncoming car? - Fail to
Yield From Private Drive s139(1) HTA
What is the overall mission of ICEN? - To improve communication in potentially volatile
situations
What must be proved in a criminal case after an information is commenced? - Facts in
issue
Where should an officer position themselves during a vehicle stop? - Actual danger area
One of the key elements in a criminal harassment is to: - cause the victim to reasonable
fear for their safety
, Lessons learned from active shooter incidents illustrate the importance of: - of Immediate
Rapid Deployment (IRD) in response
What is the test for 'reasonable grounds' for arrest? - There must be such facts as would
cause a reasonable person to believe that the suspect has committed or is about to commit an
offence
Which of the following is true regarding officers' notes in investigations? - Officers have a
duty to prepare accurate, detailed, and comprehensive notes
Prescription sleeping meds may cause: - depression, further exacerbating sleep issues.
What is the potential risk associated with direct close-range spray of pepper spray? -
Causing more serious eye irritation by attacking the cornea with a concentrated stream of
liquid
What does NRA stand for in the context of Officer Safety? - Acceptable Risk Effective
Necessary
What percentage of officers wearing duty belts experience chronic lower back pain? - 86
What should be considered in the decision to detain the accused by Justice? - Is the
continued detention necessary for the safety of the victim (and the public)
Under what circumstances can a search be conducted incident to investigative detention? -
If the officer reasonably believes their safety or the safety of others is at risk
What does the term 'Roadway' refer to, as per the HTA? - The part of the highway that is
improved, designed or ordinarily used for vehicular traffic, excluding the shoulder
What is the primary aim of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) regarding the publication of
the identity of young persons involved in the criminal justice system? - To protect the
identity of young persons, with exceptions for situations where publication is deemed necessary
for public safety.
Which of the given drivers are exempt from wearing a seatbelt according to HTA Sec 106(6)? -
Persons of a certain size
When is the spine most vulnerable? - Flexed and rotated
What is the maximum fine that must not be exceeded when serving a certificate of offence on a
person before court? - $1000 excluding court costs and the victim surcharge
What is the actual danger area for a vehicle stop? - Rearward danger area
When engaging in a foot pursuit, effective communication is key to officer and public safety;
however, officers need NOT communicate with: - The media
,What is the role of the police in response to elder abuse? - They must be aware of the
different forms of abuse and know what actions are required.
What is the purpose of the Ontario Public-Police Interactions Training Aid? - To provide
training and context to understand police officers' decisions during public interactions.
What can a person do if their rights or freedoms guaranteed by the Charter have been infringed
or denied? - Apply to a court of competent jurisdiction to obtain a remedy
What is the appropriate charge for a driver leaving a shopping mall parking lot with a stop sign at
the exit, making a left turn onto a highway and colliding with an oncoming car? - Fail to
Yield From Private Drive s139(1) HTA
What is the overall mission of ICEN? - To improve communication in potentially volatile
situations
What must be proved in a criminal case after an information is commenced? - Facts in
issue
Where should an officer position themselves during a vehicle stop? - Actual danger area
One of the key elements in a criminal harassment is to: - cause the victim to reasonable
fear for their safety
, Lessons learned from active shooter incidents illustrate the importance of: - of Immediate
Rapid Deployment (IRD) in response
What is the test for 'reasonable grounds' for arrest? - There must be such facts as would
cause a reasonable person to believe that the suspect has committed or is about to commit an
offence
Which of the following is true regarding officers' notes in investigations? - Officers have a
duty to prepare accurate, detailed, and comprehensive notes
Prescription sleeping meds may cause: - depression, further exacerbating sleep issues.
What is the potential risk associated with direct close-range spray of pepper spray? -
Causing more serious eye irritation by attacking the cornea with a concentrated stream of
liquid
What does NRA stand for in the context of Officer Safety? - Acceptable Risk Effective
Necessary
What percentage of officers wearing duty belts experience chronic lower back pain? - 86
What should be considered in the decision to detain the accused by Justice? - Is the
continued detention necessary for the safety of the victim (and the public)
