TDCJ COMPREHENSIVE EXAM 2
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1. According to PD-22, the ‘Use of Force’ policy, what is the primary objective when force is
applied?
A. To punish the offender for non-compliance
B. To inflict pain as a deterrent
C. To demonstrate authority to other inmates
D. To gain control of an offender or a situation
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The primary objective of using force in TDCJ is to gain control
and maintain security, not to punish or inflict unnecessary harm.
2. Under the Offender Disciplinary Rules (GR-106), which level of offense is the most serious?
A. Level 4
B. Level 3
C. Level 1
D. Level 2
,Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Level 1 offenses are the most serious violations, such as assault
on staff or escape, and carry the heaviest sanctions.
3. In the context of the Eighth Amendment, what legal standard is used to determine if
medical care is unconstitutional?
A. Negligence
B. Strict Scrutiny
C. Reasonable Care
D. Deliberate Indifference
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Deliberate Indifference is the legal standard required to prove a
violation of the 8th Amendment regarding inmate medical needs.
4. Which administrative directive covers the procedures for conducting offender counts?
A. AD-03.72
B. AD-06.11
C. AD-02.15
D. AD-04.43
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: AD-04.43 outlines the specific requirements and frequencies for
master, unit, and special counts.
5. What is the time limit for an offender to file a Step 1 Grievance after an incident has
occurred?
A. 7 days
B. 15 days
C. 30 days
D. 45 days
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Offenders must file a Step 1 Grievance within 15 days of the
occurrence of the incident being grieved.
6. Which of the following constitutes ‘Nuisance Contraband’?
A. Excessive amounts of legal paperwork
B. A homemade weapon
C. Narcotics found in a cell
D. Cellular phones
Answer: A
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
VERIFIED. JUST RELEASED
1. According to PD-22, the ‘Use of Force’ policy, what is the primary objective when force is
applied?
A. To punish the offender for non-compliance
B. To inflict pain as a deterrent
C. To demonstrate authority to other inmates
D. To gain control of an offender or a situation
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: The primary objective of using force in TDCJ is to gain control
and maintain security, not to punish or inflict unnecessary harm.
2. Under the Offender Disciplinary Rules (GR-106), which level of offense is the most serious?
A. Level 4
B. Level 3
C. Level 1
D. Level 2
,Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Level 1 offenses are the most serious violations, such as assault
on staff or escape, and carry the heaviest sanctions.
3. In the context of the Eighth Amendment, what legal standard is used to determine if
medical care is unconstitutional?
A. Negligence
B. Strict Scrutiny
C. Reasonable Care
D. Deliberate Indifference
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Deliberate Indifference is the legal standard required to prove a
violation of the 8th Amendment regarding inmate medical needs.
4. Which administrative directive covers the procedures for conducting offender counts?
A. AD-03.72
B. AD-06.11
C. AD-02.15
D. AD-04.43
Answer: D
, Conceptual Explanation: AD-04.43 outlines the specific requirements and frequencies for
master, unit, and special counts.
5. What is the time limit for an offender to file a Step 1 Grievance after an incident has
occurred?
A. 7 days
B. 15 days
C. 30 days
D. 45 days
Answer: B
Conceptual Explanation: Offenders must file a Step 1 Grievance within 15 days of the
occurrence of the incident being grieved.
6. Which of the following constitutes ‘Nuisance Contraband’?
A. Excessive amounts of legal paperwork
B. A homemade weapon
C. Narcotics found in a cell
D. Cellular phones
Answer: A
