FCSO OPOTA Corrections Questions And Answers

SPO 1.1-What's the relationship between a student performance objective and a test question? - ans-A test question must respond directly to an spo and every spo may be the basis of a test question. SPO 1.1-What are the reasons for corrections training? - ans-• Mandated by state law. • To acquire new knowledge and skills • To reduce errors and mistakes in performing critical tasks while protecting the public. • To standardize procedures. • To increase efficiency • To build confidence and morale. • To build safety and survival skills • To reduce civil liability. • To eliminate unfit trainees who do not meet training standards. SPO 1.2-List the internal and external influences that affect and complicate an officer's decisions - ans-• Relationships with family and friends. • The media. • Department regulations. • Citizens. • Interdepartmental politics. • The officer's own ethical and moral beliefs. SPO 1.2-2-What are factors that contribute to unethical behavior? - ans-• Anger • Lust • Greed • Peer Pressure SPO 1.2-3-Part 1: What will an ethical corrections officer do? - ans-• Treat everyone professionally and without bias. • Conduct duties objectively. • Respect the profession of corrections. • Be responsible to his/her family and community. SPO 1.2-3-Part 2: What will an unethical corrections officer do? - ans-• Use excessive force. • Accept gratuities. • Commit perjury. • Falsify reports. SPO 2.1-1-What are the purposes of the Bill of Rights - ans-• Protect an individuals freedoms. • Prevent the government from interfering in protected rights. SPO 2.1-2-Describe the major components of the criminal justice system: - ans-• Law enforcement-keep the peace, apprehend violators, combat crime, prevent crime, and provide services. • Courts-Hold fair and impartial trials (due process), determine guilt or innocence, impose sentences on the guilty, key personnel includes judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys. • Corrections-responsible for supervising the offender. Prison/county jails, parole, probation, halfway houses, and work release programs. SPO 2.1-3-List the goals of sentencing - ans-• Punish the offender and in many cases, rehabilitate thee offender. • Protect society. • Restore the victim as much as possible. SPO 2.1-4-What are the general rules for effective courtroom testimony? - ans-• Be prepared. • Project a positive image. • Dress in professional attire. • Sit, stand, and walk with good posture. • Project your voice. • Give direct answers to questions from attorneys or the judge. • If permitted to take reports and notes to the witness stand, ask for a moment to review them (don't read report directly unless told to). • Be honest.