GPSTC Midterm Exam - Questions & Verified
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GPSTC Midterm Exam - 100 Questions &
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Section 1: Criminal Law & Substantive Offenses
1. In Georgia, which of the following is NOT an essential element of the crime of theft by
taking?
a) The unlawful taking of property
b) The unlawful appropriation of property
c) The intent to deprive the owner of the property
d) The use of force or intimidation
2. The offense of Burglary in the 1st Degree, as defined in O.C.G.A. § 16-7-1, requires:
a) The intent to commit a felony or theft inside the dwelling.
b) That the structure be a dwelling house.
c) That another person, not a participant in the crime, is present in the dwelling.
d) All of the above.
3. A person commits the offense of Simple Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23 when they:
a) Intentionally cause substantial physical harm to another.
b) Intentionally make physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature with another.
c) Recklessly cause physical harm to another.
d) Attempt to commit a violent injury to another.
4. Under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-20, a person commits the offense of Simple Assault by:
a) Placing another in reasonable apprehension of immediately receiving a violent injury.
b) Actually causing physical harm to another.
c) Using a deadly weapon during a fight.
d) Threatening someone over the phone.
5. The key distinction between Robbery and Theft is:
a) The value of the property taken.
b) The intent to permanently deprive the owner.
,c) The use of force or intimidation to take the property from the person.
d) The time of day the offense occurs.
6. In Georgia, a person commits the offense of Criminal Trespass when they:
a) Knowingly and maliciously damage another's property.
b) Enter upon the property of another for an unlawful purpose.
c) Enter upon the property of another after receiving notice that it is forbidden.
d) Merely step onto a neighbor's lawn without permission.
7. The crime of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon is governed by:
a) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-131
b) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-126
c) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-102
d) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-129
8. For a Homicide to be classified as Murder in Georgia, there must be:
a) Malice aforethought.
b) Criminal negligence.
c) A sudden, violent passion.
d) The intent to cause serious bodily harm.
9. The offense of Cruelty to Children occurs when a person:
a) Willfully deprives a child of necessary sustenance.
b) Causes excessive physical or mental pain to a child.
c) Both A and B are correct.
d) Only spanks a child as a form of discipline.
10. Under O.C.G.A., the offense of "Terroristic Threats" involves threats to:
a) Commit any crime of violence.
b) Release hazardous materials.
c) Burn or damage property with the intent to terrorize another.
d) All of the above.
Section 2: Constitutional Law & Criminal Procedure
11. The 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from:
a) Self-incrimination.
b) Unreasonable searches and seizures.
c) Cruel and unusual punishment.
d) Double jeopardy.
, 12. The "exclusionary rule" is a legal principle that:
a) Allows for the exclusion of witnesses from a courtroom.
b) Prohibits evidence obtained in violation of the 4th Amendment from being used in court.
c) Excludes certain individuals from serving on a jury.
d) Prevents a defendant from being tried twice for the same crime.
13. A "Terry Stop" or investigative detention is permitted when an officer has:
a) Probable cause to make an arrest.
b) A hunch that criminal activity is afoot.
c) Reasonable, articulable suspicion that criminal activity is afoot.
d) A warrant for the person's arrest.
14. The legal standard required for a law enforcement officer to make a full custodial arrest is:
a) Reasonable suspicion.
b) Preponderance of the evidence.
c) Probable cause.
d) Proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
15. The Miranda warning must be given to a suspect when:
a) They are being questioned during a traffic stop.
b) They are the subject of a criminal investigation.
c) They are in custody and are about to be interrogated.
d) An officer first makes contact with a potential witness.
16. The 5th Amendment protects a person's right against:
a) Unreasonable searches.
b) Self-incrimination.
c) Excessive bail.
d) Illegal detention.
17. The 6th Amendment guarantees the right to:
a) A speedy and public trial.
b) Be free from excessive fines.
c) Privacy in one's own home.
d) Bear arms.
18. An arrest warrant is typically issued by a:
a) Police Chief or Sheriff.
b) District Attorney.
Answers
GPSTC Midterm Exam - 100 Questions &
Verified Answers
Section 1: Criminal Law & Substantive Offenses
1. In Georgia, which of the following is NOT an essential element of the crime of theft by
taking?
a) The unlawful taking of property
b) The unlawful appropriation of property
c) The intent to deprive the owner of the property
d) The use of force or intimidation
2. The offense of Burglary in the 1st Degree, as defined in O.C.G.A. § 16-7-1, requires:
a) The intent to commit a felony or theft inside the dwelling.
b) That the structure be a dwelling house.
c) That another person, not a participant in the crime, is present in the dwelling.
d) All of the above.
3. A person commits the offense of Simple Battery under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-23 when they:
a) Intentionally cause substantial physical harm to another.
b) Intentionally make physical contact of an insulting or provoking nature with another.
c) Recklessly cause physical harm to another.
d) Attempt to commit a violent injury to another.
4. Under O.C.G.A. § 16-5-20, a person commits the offense of Simple Assault by:
a) Placing another in reasonable apprehension of immediately receiving a violent injury.
b) Actually causing physical harm to another.
c) Using a deadly weapon during a fight.
d) Threatening someone over the phone.
5. The key distinction between Robbery and Theft is:
a) The value of the property taken.
b) The intent to permanently deprive the owner.
,c) The use of force or intimidation to take the property from the person.
d) The time of day the offense occurs.
6. In Georgia, a person commits the offense of Criminal Trespass when they:
a) Knowingly and maliciously damage another's property.
b) Enter upon the property of another for an unlawful purpose.
c) Enter upon the property of another after receiving notice that it is forbidden.
d) Merely step onto a neighbor's lawn without permission.
7. The crime of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon is governed by:
a) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-131
b) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-126
c) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-102
d) O.C.G.A. § 16-11-129
8. For a Homicide to be classified as Murder in Georgia, there must be:
a) Malice aforethought.
b) Criminal negligence.
c) A sudden, violent passion.
d) The intent to cause serious bodily harm.
9. The offense of Cruelty to Children occurs when a person:
a) Willfully deprives a child of necessary sustenance.
b) Causes excessive physical or mental pain to a child.
c) Both A and B are correct.
d) Only spanks a child as a form of discipline.
10. Under O.C.G.A., the offense of "Terroristic Threats" involves threats to:
a) Commit any crime of violence.
b) Release hazardous materials.
c) Burn or damage property with the intent to terrorize another.
d) All of the above.
Section 2: Constitutional Law & Criminal Procedure
11. The 4th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects citizens from:
a) Self-incrimination.
b) Unreasonable searches and seizures.
c) Cruel and unusual punishment.
d) Double jeopardy.
, 12. The "exclusionary rule" is a legal principle that:
a) Allows for the exclusion of witnesses from a courtroom.
b) Prohibits evidence obtained in violation of the 4th Amendment from being used in court.
c) Excludes certain individuals from serving on a jury.
d) Prevents a defendant from being tried twice for the same crime.
13. A "Terry Stop" or investigative detention is permitted when an officer has:
a) Probable cause to make an arrest.
b) A hunch that criminal activity is afoot.
c) Reasonable, articulable suspicion that criminal activity is afoot.
d) A warrant for the person's arrest.
14. The legal standard required for a law enforcement officer to make a full custodial arrest is:
a) Reasonable suspicion.
b) Preponderance of the evidence.
c) Probable cause.
d) Proof beyond a reasonable doubt.
15. The Miranda warning must be given to a suspect when:
a) They are being questioned during a traffic stop.
b) They are the subject of a criminal investigation.
c) They are in custody and are about to be interrogated.
d) An officer first makes contact with a potential witness.
16. The 5th Amendment protects a person's right against:
a) Unreasonable searches.
b) Self-incrimination.
c) Excessive bail.
d) Illegal detention.
17. The 6th Amendment guarantees the right to:
a) A speedy and public trial.
b) Be free from excessive fines.
c) Privacy in one's own home.
d) Bear arms.
18. An arrest warrant is typically issued by a:
a) Police Chief or Sheriff.
b) District Attorney.
