NYPD 2nd Trimester Exam | 2025/2026 | 50 Practice Questions with Correct Answers | Constitutional Law, SPACESHIP Doctrine, Exclusionary Rule

This document is a focused exam preparation guide for the NYPD 2nd Trimester training exam, tailored for 2025/2026 cadet cohorts. It contains 50 high-yield, Q&A-style practice questions with verified correct answers, helping recruits and trainees confidently prepare for NYPD’s internal academic assessments. The content closely follows the legal frameworks and scenarios emphasized in New York law enforcement training programs. The material covers essential topics including the Fourth Amendment, search and seizure, the Exclusionary Rule, the SPACESHIP acronym (Search Incident, Plain View, Automobile, Consent, Emergency, Stop-and-Frisk, Hot Pursuit, Inventory Procedure), and supporting legal doctrines such as judicial integrity, deterrence, and personal rights. Each concept is concisely explained with exam-style phrasing, making this a valuable resource for both learning and revision. Ideal for: NYPD recruits in their second trimester of academy training Law enforcement trainees across other U.S. police departments Criminal justice and pre-law students in undergraduate programs Tutors, trainers, and law instructors developing practice material Applicants preparing for NYPD promotional or civil service exams Whether used for classroom study, self-paced exam prep, or supplementary legal education, this document is strategically designed to mirror the types of legal knowledge and application skills expected by the NYPD and other law enforcement agencies. Keywords: NYPD exam prep, 2nd trimester NYPD questions, Fourth Amendment law, SPACESHIP doctrine, exclusionary rule, search and seizure, NYPD legal training, police academy review, criminal procedure, constitutional policing