Unit 1 SPO's - Administration - OPOTA

Explain the relationship between a Student Performance Objective (SPO) and a test question. - ans-o Test questions must respond directly to a SPO o These questions include but not limited to, general knowledge questions and scenario-based questions that require students to apply the knowledge they have learned in the basic training and hypothetical situations. Explain the ultimate reason for law enforcement training - ans-To be able to protect the life and property of yourself and the public. List a peace officer's main goals - ans-o Enforce laws o Preserve the peace o Prevent crimes o Protect Civil rights and liberties o Provide service Explain items to consider when exercising discretion - ans-o Use sound judgment to determine which laws are to be formally enforced o Determine if there is a more constructive remedy to a situation without an arrest or citation Factors necessary for the commission of a crime - ans-o Desire o Victim o Opportunity