NC BLET STATE EXAM 2026
CERTIFICATION REVIEW — PRACTICE TESTS
& ANSWERS
◉What are the 3 basic requirements for a plain view seizure?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: i.) The officer is lawfully in a
position where they can view an object
ii.) the incriminating character of the object is apparent
iii.) the officer has a lawful right too access the object
◉If a car is in a public place and you see an object that is evidence of
a crime, can you seize the object without a search warrant?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: Yes
◉Does the plain view doctrine also apply to smell and touch?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: Yes
◉T/F- A spouse or roommate may give consent for law enforcement
to search an area the suspect has exclusive access to
,(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: False
◉T/F- Officers may enter a home without a search a warrant or
consent if there is exigent circumstances
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: True
◉How long is a search warrant valid for?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: 48 hours
◉When executing a search warrant, before entering the premises, an
officer must...
(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: Identify themselves and purpose
to the person to be searched
◉What is Non-testimonial evidence?
(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: Fingerprints, Hair samples,
photographs, saliva samples
◉When are Miranda warnings required?
(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: Miranda warnings are required
when two elements are present- custody AND interrogation
,◉North Carolina requires that there is a ______ for a person to be held
in jail. Answer: Commitment order
◉How many times an hour should you observe inmates when
making rounds?. Answer: 2 times an hour
◉T/F- An inmate should be medically screened before being
accepted into custody at the detention center. Answer: True
◉When an inmate is intoxicated, on drugs, or suicidal how many
times an hour should they be checked on?. Answer: 4 times an hour
◉What are the rules of cell and courtroom searching?. Answer: Be
thorough, systematic, curious, and look before you touch
◉What is the most effective tool the court can use to maintain
order?. Answer: Judges power of contempt
◉The prejudgement remedy that allows NC General Statute the use
of force in its service is?. Answer: Claim and delivery
◉Who's duty is it to issue a civil summons?. Answer: Clerk of Court
, ◉How many days must a civil summons must be served in?. Answer:
60 days
◉T/F- A consent search of a persons home is NOT valid unless the
consent is in writing. Answer: False
◉Are you able to chase a fleeing suspect into Georgia for a felony?.
Answer: Yes
◉Who can issue a state wide search warrant?. Answer: Superior
court judge
◉Which two amendments contain due process clauses?. Answer:
5th and 14th
◉Which amendment has to do with a speedy trial by jury?. Answer:
6th amendment
◉T/F- A consent search of a persons home is invalid if you have not
first advised the person that he has a right to refuse consent.
Answer: False
◉T/F- A "show-up" is a one-on-one confrontation between a suspect
and a victim or witness. Answer: True
CERTIFICATION REVIEW — PRACTICE TESTS
& ANSWERS
◉What are the 3 basic requirements for a plain view seizure?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: i.) The officer is lawfully in a
position where they can view an object
ii.) the incriminating character of the object is apparent
iii.) the officer has a lawful right too access the object
◉If a car is in a public place and you see an object that is evidence of
a crime, can you seize the object without a search warrant?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: Yes
◉Does the plain view doctrine also apply to smell and touch?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: Yes
◉T/F- A spouse or roommate may give consent for law enforcement
to search an area the suspect has exclusive access to
,(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: False
◉T/F- Officers may enter a home without a search a warrant or
consent if there is exigent circumstances
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: True
◉How long is a search warrant valid for?
(Arrest, Search, and Seizure). Answer: 48 hours
◉When executing a search warrant, before entering the premises, an
officer must...
(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: Identify themselves and purpose
to the person to be searched
◉What is Non-testimonial evidence?
(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: Fingerprints, Hair samples,
photographs, saliva samples
◉When are Miranda warnings required?
(Arrest, Search, Seizure). Answer: Miranda warnings are required
when two elements are present- custody AND interrogation
,◉North Carolina requires that there is a ______ for a person to be held
in jail. Answer: Commitment order
◉How many times an hour should you observe inmates when
making rounds?. Answer: 2 times an hour
◉T/F- An inmate should be medically screened before being
accepted into custody at the detention center. Answer: True
◉When an inmate is intoxicated, on drugs, or suicidal how many
times an hour should they be checked on?. Answer: 4 times an hour
◉What are the rules of cell and courtroom searching?. Answer: Be
thorough, systematic, curious, and look before you touch
◉What is the most effective tool the court can use to maintain
order?. Answer: Judges power of contempt
◉The prejudgement remedy that allows NC General Statute the use
of force in its service is?. Answer: Claim and delivery
◉Who's duty is it to issue a civil summons?. Answer: Clerk of Court
, ◉How many days must a civil summons must be served in?. Answer:
60 days
◉T/F- A consent search of a persons home is NOT valid unless the
consent is in writing. Answer: False
◉Are you able to chase a fleeing suspect into Georgia for a felony?.
Answer: Yes
◉Who can issue a state wide search warrant?. Answer: Superior
court judge
◉Which two amendments contain due process clauses?. Answer:
5th and 14th
◉Which amendment has to do with a speedy trial by jury?. Answer:
6th amendment
◉T/F- A consent search of a persons home is invalid if you have not
first advised the person that he has a right to refuse consent.
Answer: False
◉T/F- A "show-up" is a one-on-one confrontation between a suspect
and a victim or witness. Answer: True
