NC BLET STATE EXAM REVIEW GUIDE
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
How many provisions are in 15A-401(d)(2) - Answer-4
What are the provisions of 15A-401(d)(2) - Answer-TO DEFEND himself or a third
person from what he reasonably believes to be the use or imminent use of deadly force
TO EFFECT an arrest or to prevent the escape from custody of a person who he
reasonably believes is attempting to escape by means of a deadly weapon, or shows
conduct presenting an imminent threat of death or serious physical injury to others
unless apprehended without delay
TO PREVENT escape of a person from custody imposed upon him as a result of
CONVICTION FOR A FELONY
Nomenclature of Semi-automatic - Answer-Rear sight, Front sight, Ejection port, Grip,
Trigger, Trigger guard, Magazine, Slide, Slide stop notch, Receiver/frame
Magazine release or catch, Barrel with locking ribs, Ejector, Extractor, Front-strap,
Back-strap, Magazine well, Slide stop/release lever, recoil spring and guide rod
(Some models)- Takedown lever, Safety, Hammer, Decocking lever
What are the parts of ammo? - Answer-Case, Primer, Powder Charge, Projectiles
What is rifling made out of? - Answer-Lands and Grooves
What does primer contain in ammo? - Answer-A chemical mixture that explodes when
struck by firing pin
What is powder charge when it comes to ammo? - Answer-When ignited produces gas
that propels bullet through the barrel
How is the caliber of a bullet determined? - Answer-By the diameter of the bullet
How should gear be positioned on your duty belt? - Answer-To promote ease in
reloading, acquiring handcuffs, etc.. Magazine pouches may be worn either vertically or
horizontal
4 Cardinal rules of safe gun handling - Answer-Treat all guns as loaded
Point the muzzle in a safe direction at all times
, Be sure of your target and what is around and behind it
Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until you are on target and have decided to
fire
Are warning shots allowed? - Answer-State law- yes, if deadly force is apparent
Agency policy- NO
G.S. 14-315.1 - Answer-Storage of firearms to protect minors
(Applies to everyone)
Firing range procedures - Answer-Eye and ear protect should always be worn
Shooters should start each position with the holster strapped and eject expended cases
onto the ground to be collected later
Reloading should be done in a manner consistent with issued gear
Pay attention to range officer
Students should qualify with duty ammo issued by department
What are the 3 sources of law - Answer-Constitutional
Statutory
Common
What is Constitutional law - Answer-Basic law of the land
Sets forth the fundamental principles for government, including grants and limitations of
power.
This type of law has greater permanence, is broader in the application, and concern
more fundamental issues of law than statues enacted by the legislative branch of
government - Answer-Constitutional Law
What is Statutory Law - Answer-Written laws enacted by legislative branches of the
state or federal governments.
Declares, commands, or prohibits something.
What type of law declares, commands, or prohibits something? - Answer-Statutory law
These are written laws enacted by the legislative branch of the state and federal
governments - Answer-Statutory laws
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
How many provisions are in 15A-401(d)(2) - Answer-4
What are the provisions of 15A-401(d)(2) - Answer-TO DEFEND himself or a third
person from what he reasonably believes to be the use or imminent use of deadly force
TO EFFECT an arrest or to prevent the escape from custody of a person who he
reasonably believes is attempting to escape by means of a deadly weapon, or shows
conduct presenting an imminent threat of death or serious physical injury to others
unless apprehended without delay
TO PREVENT escape of a person from custody imposed upon him as a result of
CONVICTION FOR A FELONY
Nomenclature of Semi-automatic - Answer-Rear sight, Front sight, Ejection port, Grip,
Trigger, Trigger guard, Magazine, Slide, Slide stop notch, Receiver/frame
Magazine release or catch, Barrel with locking ribs, Ejector, Extractor, Front-strap,
Back-strap, Magazine well, Slide stop/release lever, recoil spring and guide rod
(Some models)- Takedown lever, Safety, Hammer, Decocking lever
What are the parts of ammo? - Answer-Case, Primer, Powder Charge, Projectiles
What is rifling made out of? - Answer-Lands and Grooves
What does primer contain in ammo? - Answer-A chemical mixture that explodes when
struck by firing pin
What is powder charge when it comes to ammo? - Answer-When ignited produces gas
that propels bullet through the barrel
How is the caliber of a bullet determined? - Answer-By the diameter of the bullet
How should gear be positioned on your duty belt? - Answer-To promote ease in
reloading, acquiring handcuffs, etc.. Magazine pouches may be worn either vertically or
horizontal
4 Cardinal rules of safe gun handling - Answer-Treat all guns as loaded
Point the muzzle in a safe direction at all times
, Be sure of your target and what is around and behind it
Keep your finger outside the trigger guard until you are on target and have decided to
fire
Are warning shots allowed? - Answer-State law- yes, if deadly force is apparent
Agency policy- NO
G.S. 14-315.1 - Answer-Storage of firearms to protect minors
(Applies to everyone)
Firing range procedures - Answer-Eye and ear protect should always be worn
Shooters should start each position with the holster strapped and eject expended cases
onto the ground to be collected later
Reloading should be done in a manner consistent with issued gear
Pay attention to range officer
Students should qualify with duty ammo issued by department
What are the 3 sources of law - Answer-Constitutional
Statutory
Common
What is Constitutional law - Answer-Basic law of the land
Sets forth the fundamental principles for government, including grants and limitations of
power.
This type of law has greater permanence, is broader in the application, and concern
more fundamental issues of law than statues enacted by the legislative branch of
government - Answer-Constitutional Law
What is Statutory Law - Answer-Written laws enacted by legislative branches of the
state or federal governments.
Declares, commands, or prohibits something.
What type of law declares, commands, or prohibits something? - Answer-Statutory law
These are written laws enacted by the legislative branch of the state and federal
governments - Answer-Statutory laws
