FDLE STATE CERTIFICATION TEST
REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
What are the penalties for officer violations set forth by the CJSTC? - Answer-Penalties
may include written reprimand, probation, suspension, or revocation of certification.
What are the rights of CPO as established in the officer bill of rights? - Answer-informing
the officer under investigation of the nature of the complaint and the identity of the
complainant
providing the opportunity to review all evidence before the interrogation
conducting the interrogation at a reasonable hour, preferably while the officer is on duty
conducting the interrogation at the office of the command.
Informing the officer under investigation of the rank, name, and command of the officer
in charge of the investigation, the interrogating officer, and all people present during the
interrogation.
limiting interrogation sessions to reasonable periods of time
not subjecting the officer under interrogation to threats or coercion
recording the interrogation
providing the officer under investigation to the right to counsel.
What are the professional behaviors an officer should exhibit on and off duty? - Answer-
behavior that demonstrates good character, marked by pride in self and career. Some
examples include service, integrity, respect, quality, fairness, honesty, courage,
compassion, moral and ethical leadership, trustworthiness, and common sense.
Oath of allegiance - Answer-I do solemnly swear or affirm that I will uphold the
Constitutions of the United States and the State of Florida, that I will obey the lawful
orders of those appointed over me, and that I will perform my duties faithfully and in
accordance with my mission to ensure the public safety, the support and protection of
my co=workers, and the care and supervision of those in my charge, so help me God.
What are the appropriate relationships an officer should maintain with offenders under
supervision, on and off duty? - Answer-Always remain professional, and never let it
become personal. offenders should address you by your title and last name. Avoid
, personal interaction with offenders outside of work. Do not allow an offender to
persuade you into a friendship.
Describe unethical behaviors to avoid? - Answer-Engaging in bribery, misusing your
position or authority, and violating confidentiality.
Avoid divulging privileged communication, engaging in situations that present a conflict
of interest, or accepting inappropriate gratuities.
Violating confidentiality? - Answer-Use discretion, avoid gossiping, or discussing of
cases around the office.
Examples of inappropriate sharing are divulging information obtained from a criminal
justice database, protected health information, or identification of victims, witnesses, or
suspects.
What are some situations of conflict of interest? - Answer-Cannot influence the actions
of other officers regarding supervising an offender who is an immediate family member,
a relative, or a person with whom you have any significant personal, business, or
employment relationship.
You cannot supervise someone from a previous relationship, classmate, family friend,
or previous employee.
You cannot maintain employment off duty that may interfere with your current duties.
What are some influences on ethical problem solving? - Answer-Personal values,
because they are not universal
Family background
Personal history
Home life
Time in academy
what are the elements of sexual harassment? - Answer-unwelcome sexual advances,
requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
reasonable person legal standard - Answer-the standard to which most people would
find that such behavior is offensive, or would substantially affect their environment, if
they were subject to the sexual harassment.
what are the possible disciplinary action imposed on an officer who engages in sexual
harassment? - Answer-Internal disciplinary action such as mandatory retraining, leave
without pay, loss of rank, and even termination, the CJSTC could revoke officers
certification. Or even face monetary obligations if sued.
What is vertical communication? - Answer-information that flows down from the chief
executive officer through the supervision levels to the lowest levels of the organization.
REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS
What are the penalties for officer violations set forth by the CJSTC? - Answer-Penalties
may include written reprimand, probation, suspension, or revocation of certification.
What are the rights of CPO as established in the officer bill of rights? - Answer-informing
the officer under investigation of the nature of the complaint and the identity of the
complainant
providing the opportunity to review all evidence before the interrogation
conducting the interrogation at a reasonable hour, preferably while the officer is on duty
conducting the interrogation at the office of the command.
Informing the officer under investigation of the rank, name, and command of the officer
in charge of the investigation, the interrogating officer, and all people present during the
interrogation.
limiting interrogation sessions to reasonable periods of time
not subjecting the officer under interrogation to threats or coercion
recording the interrogation
providing the officer under investigation to the right to counsel.
What are the professional behaviors an officer should exhibit on and off duty? - Answer-
behavior that demonstrates good character, marked by pride in self and career. Some
examples include service, integrity, respect, quality, fairness, honesty, courage,
compassion, moral and ethical leadership, trustworthiness, and common sense.
Oath of allegiance - Answer-I do solemnly swear or affirm that I will uphold the
Constitutions of the United States and the State of Florida, that I will obey the lawful
orders of those appointed over me, and that I will perform my duties faithfully and in
accordance with my mission to ensure the public safety, the support and protection of
my co=workers, and the care and supervision of those in my charge, so help me God.
What are the appropriate relationships an officer should maintain with offenders under
supervision, on and off duty? - Answer-Always remain professional, and never let it
become personal. offenders should address you by your title and last name. Avoid
, personal interaction with offenders outside of work. Do not allow an offender to
persuade you into a friendship.
Describe unethical behaviors to avoid? - Answer-Engaging in bribery, misusing your
position or authority, and violating confidentiality.
Avoid divulging privileged communication, engaging in situations that present a conflict
of interest, or accepting inappropriate gratuities.
Violating confidentiality? - Answer-Use discretion, avoid gossiping, or discussing of
cases around the office.
Examples of inappropriate sharing are divulging information obtained from a criminal
justice database, protected health information, or identification of victims, witnesses, or
suspects.
What are some situations of conflict of interest? - Answer-Cannot influence the actions
of other officers regarding supervising an offender who is an immediate family member,
a relative, or a person with whom you have any significant personal, business, or
employment relationship.
You cannot supervise someone from a previous relationship, classmate, family friend,
or previous employee.
You cannot maintain employment off duty that may interfere with your current duties.
What are some influences on ethical problem solving? - Answer-Personal values,
because they are not universal
Family background
Personal history
Home life
Time in academy
what are the elements of sexual harassment? - Answer-unwelcome sexual advances,
requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
reasonable person legal standard - Answer-the standard to which most people would
find that such behavior is offensive, or would substantially affect their environment, if
they were subject to the sexual harassment.
what are the possible disciplinary action imposed on an officer who engages in sexual
harassment? - Answer-Internal disciplinary action such as mandatory retraining, leave
without pay, loss of rank, and even termination, the CJSTC could revoke officers
certification. Or even face monetary obligations if sued.
What is vertical communication? - Answer-information that flows down from the chief
executive officer through the supervision levels to the lowest levels of the organization.
