OPOTA Final Exam (SPOs) Questions &Answers

The relationship between a student performance objective and a test question - ans-A test question must respond directly to an SPO and every SPO may be the basis of a test question The ultimate reason for law enforcement training - ans-To be able to protect life and property of yourself and the public A peace officer's main goals - ans-1. Enforce laws 2. Preserve the peace 3. Prevent crimes 4. Protect civil rights and liberties 5. Provide services Considerations when exercising discretion - ans-•Use sound judgment to determine which laws are to be formally enforced •Determine if there is a more constructive remedy to a situation without an arrest or citation (e.g., referring a homeless person to a shelter rather than a trespassing arrest) Factors necessary for the commission of a crime (crime triangle) - ans-1. Desire •The motivation behind criminal behavior (e.g., financial gain, power, revenge, fear, narcotics usage) •This factor is the most difficult to change 2. Victim •The potential target