1 | P a g e | © copyright 2024/2025 | Grade A+
MCOLES State Licensing Exam Prep
Questions and Answer | Latest
Update 2024/2025
The following flashcards are to assist in preparing for the MCOLES state
licensing exam. Many of the following questions will be seen on the state
exam. These flashcards can also be helpful in studying for weekly periodic
exam questions often seen in the basic police academy. 100% of our class
passed the state licensing exam using these flashcards.
When is the best time to search your patrol vehicle for weapons or
contraband?
~~> The beginning of your shift and when non-personell have been in your
vehicle
You can arrest for the following offenses:
~~> 1) OWI
2) Fleeing and Eluding
3) Negligent homicide
4) No Operator's License
5) Reckless Driving
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
, 2 | P a g e | © copyright 2024/2025 | Grade A+
6) Hit & Run
7) Violation causing death
While on patrol you discover a vehicle parked in a lot behind a jewelry store
at 0300 and the motor is running. The proper way to investigate would be to
do which of the following?
(A) Position patrol vehicle at a safe distance and wait for someone to return
(B) Investigate and see if there is suspicious activity
(C) Take down license plate number and contact dispatch
~~> (C) Take down license plate number and contact dispatch
You receive a report from dispatch of a possible domestic dispute in progress.
The caller states the neighbors are arguing and requests police. Dispatch says
the caller heard gunshots coming from the residence. You arrive and it's
quiet. The lights are off. The correct way to respond would be to do which of
the following?
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
, 3 | P a g e | © copyright 2024/2025 | Grade A+
(A) Go to the door, announce your presence, and wait for a response
(B) Proceed cautiously and silently enter the house
(C) Verify with dispatch that you have the correct ad
~~> (C) Verify with dispatch that you have the correct address and wait in
patrol car to see if there are signs of movement
The best method of determining a stolen vehicle that is not moving would be
to do which of the following?
(A) Check VIN through LEIN
(B) Check license plate through LEIN
(C) Check suspect's driver's license number and plate through LEIN
~~> (A) Check VIN through LEIN
While on patrol in a dark alley behind a store, you see someone walking
towards you. He sees you, reaches in his pocket, puts something in dumpster,
then turns and walks away. You should:
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
, 4 | P a g e | © copyright 2024/2025 | Grade A+
(A) Radio for backup, then chase the suspect
(B) Interview the suspect and see if it warrants backup
(C) Check the area, check what they discarded, and see if it warrants
investigation
~~> (C) Check the area, check what they discarded, and see if it warrants
investigation
You arrive as the first patrol car at the scene of a personal injury accident.
One person is dead and the ambulance has just taken an injured person to
the hospital. Traffic is backed up for 4 miles and people are walking through
debris at the scene. After positioning the vehicle which action is your next
response?
(A) Arrange flares and start directing traffic away from the scene
(B) Radio dispatch and proceed to hospital to investigate
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
MCOLES State Licensing Exam Prep
Questions and Answer | Latest
Update 2024/2025
The following flashcards are to assist in preparing for the MCOLES state
licensing exam. Many of the following questions will be seen on the state
exam. These flashcards can also be helpful in studying for weekly periodic
exam questions often seen in the basic police academy. 100% of our class
passed the state licensing exam using these flashcards.
When is the best time to search your patrol vehicle for weapons or
contraband?
~~> The beginning of your shift and when non-personell have been in your
vehicle
You can arrest for the following offenses:
~~> 1) OWI
2) Fleeing and Eluding
3) Negligent homicide
4) No Operator's License
5) Reckless Driving
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
, 2 | P a g e | © copyright 2024/2025 | Grade A+
6) Hit & Run
7) Violation causing death
While on patrol you discover a vehicle parked in a lot behind a jewelry store
at 0300 and the motor is running. The proper way to investigate would be to
do which of the following?
(A) Position patrol vehicle at a safe distance and wait for someone to return
(B) Investigate and see if there is suspicious activity
(C) Take down license plate number and contact dispatch
~~> (C) Take down license plate number and contact dispatch
You receive a report from dispatch of a possible domestic dispute in progress.
The caller states the neighbors are arguing and requests police. Dispatch says
the caller heard gunshots coming from the residence. You arrive and it's
quiet. The lights are off. The correct way to respond would be to do which of
the following?
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
, 3 | P a g e | © copyright 2024/2025 | Grade A+
(A) Go to the door, announce your presence, and wait for a response
(B) Proceed cautiously and silently enter the house
(C) Verify with dispatch that you have the correct ad
~~> (C) Verify with dispatch that you have the correct address and wait in
patrol car to see if there are signs of movement
The best method of determining a stolen vehicle that is not moving would be
to do which of the following?
(A) Check VIN through LEIN
(B) Check license plate through LEIN
(C) Check suspect's driver's license number and plate through LEIN
~~> (A) Check VIN through LEIN
While on patrol in a dark alley behind a store, you see someone walking
towards you. He sees you, reaches in his pocket, puts something in dumpster,
then turns and walks away. You should:
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
, 4 | P a g e | © copyright 2024/2025 | Grade A+
(A) Radio for backup, then chase the suspect
(B) Interview the suspect and see if it warrants backup
(C) Check the area, check what they discarded, and see if it warrants
investigation
~~> (C) Check the area, check what they discarded, and see if it warrants
investigation
You arrive as the first patrol car at the scene of a personal injury accident.
One person is dead and the ambulance has just taken an injured person to
the hospital. Traffic is backed up for 4 miles and people are walking through
debris at the scene. After positioning the vehicle which action is your next
response?
(A) Arrange flares and start directing traffic away from the scene
(B) Radio dispatch and proceed to hospital to investigate
Master01 | September, 2024/2025 | Latest update
