Question Bank with Correct
Answers
Prepared for Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training
(AZ POST) Candidates
July 2025
, 1 Question Bank
Question 1: What amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?
Question 2: Answer: Fourth Amendment.
Question 3: What are the exceptions for a warrantless search?
Question 4: Answer: Consent, exigent circumstances, search incident to arrest,
plain view.
Question 5: What is the ARS code for first-degree murder?
Question 6: Answer: ARS 13-1105.
Question 7: What constitutes a Class 1 misdemeanor under ARS?
Question 8: Answer: Petty theft, disorderly conduct.
Question 9: When can deadly force be used?
Question 10: Answer: Reasonable belief of imminent threat of death or serious bod-
ily harm.
Question 11: When is non-lethal force justified?
Question 12: Answer: To effect an arrest or prevent escape when reasonable.
Question 13: What are the key components of an incident report?
Question 14: Answer: Who, what, when, where, why, how.
Question 15: Why is clarity important in report writing?
Question 16: Answer: Ensures accurate communication and legal admissibility.
Question 17: What is the primary goal of community policing?
Question 18: Answer: Build trust and collaboration with the community.
Question 19: How can officers engage in community policing?
Question 20: Answer: Attend community meetings, conduct foot patrols, partici-
pate in outreach.
Question 21: What is the purpose of the AZ POST Code of Conduct?
Question 22: Answer: Ensure integrity and public trust.
Question 23: What should an officer do if they witness misconduct?
Question 24: Answer: Report to a supervisor or internal affairs.
Question 25: What is the ARS code for driving under the influence (DUI)?
Question 26: Answer: ARS 28-1381.
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