FLORIDA FDLE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY - STATE EXAM TEST REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Values - (ANSWER)are principles, standards, or qualities considered worthwhile or desirable.
Personal values - (ANSWER)are an individual's convictions about what is right and wrong, based on
religious beliefs, cultural roots, family background, personal experiences, laws, organizational values,
professional norms, and political habits.
Ethics - (ANSWER)is a standard of conduct based on moral duties and virtues that are derived from the
principles of right and wrong.
Ethical principles - (ANSWER)are rules of conduct derived from ethical values.
Ethical behavior - (ANSWER)is principled, value-based decision making, practiced daily.
Bribery is defined in s. 838.015, F.S., - (ANSWER)corruptly to give, offer, or promise to any public
servant, or, if a public servant, corruptly to request, solicit, accept, or agree to accept for himself or
herself or another, any pecuniary or other benefit not authorized by law with an intent or purpose to
influence the performance of any act or omission which the person believes to be, or the public servant
represents as being, within the official discretion of a public servant, in violation of a public duty, or in
performance of a public duty.
Perjury - (ANSWER)may be defined as a false statement that a person makes under oath but does not
believe to be true.
Gratuity - (ANSWER)is anything of value intended to benefit the giver more than the receiver; it is
something given to a person because of that person's position or authority.
Professionalism - (ANSWER)is behavior that demonstrates good character and is marked by pride in self
and career. Examples of these characteristics include service, integrity, respect, quality, fairness,
honesty, courage, compassion, moral/ethical leadership, trustworthiness, and common sense.
Stereotyping - (ANSWER)is a fixed and unvarying idea or opinion of a person, group, or subject.
,FLORIDA FDLE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY - STATE EXAM TEST REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Bias or prejudice - (ANSWER)is a strong belief or feeling about a person, group, or subject, whether
positive or negative, that is formed without reviewing all available facts or information.
Discrimination - (ANSWER)is the negative behavior toward a person or group that is based on color,
race, sex, age, religion, ethnic and national origin, handicap, and/or marital status.
Perception - (ANSWER)is the impression in a person's mind of an individual, a group of people, or events
based on experiences, biases, beliefs, assumptions, and observations.
Sexual harassment - (ANSWER)is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and
other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
Quid pro quo - (ANSWER)"something for something in return."
Hostile work environment - (ANSWER)an office culture where lewd jokes or other offensive habits are
acceptable.
Criminal justice - (ANSWER)refers to the structure, functions, and decision-making processes of those
agencies that deal with the management and control of crime and criminal offenders.
3 main components of the Criminal Justice system - (ANSWER)The three main components of the
criminal justice system are law enforcement, the court system, and corrections.
Law enforcement - (ANSWER)is responsible for the enforcement of and maintaining civil order.
The court system - (ANSWER)is responsible for the interpretation of laws.
Corrections - (ANSWER)is responsible for enforcing punishment as defined by the court system.
,FLORIDA FDLE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY - STATE EXAM TEST REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Four levels of law enforcement agencies within the United States: - (ANSWER)local or municipal, county,
state, and federal
Jurisdiction - (ANSWER)means the types of cases in which the court can make decisions.
Courts of Appeal: - (ANSWER)these courts make decisions on appeals from lower federal courts, which
are subject to review in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Supreme Court of the United States: - (ANSWER)hears appeals from the decisions of lower federal
courts and state supreme courts, and it resolves issues of constitutional and federal law. It stands as the
ultimate authority in constitutional interpretation, and its decisions can be changed only by a
constitutional amendment.
Judge - (ANSWER)is authorized to preside over the courtroom and to decide questions of law brought
before the court.
Prosecutor - (ANSWER)is responsible for presenting the government's case.
Defense Attorney - (ANSWER)is responsible for representing the defendant's case.
Probation - (ANSWER)is a sentence placing a person under the supervision of a probation officer for a
specified length of time instead of confinement.
Parole - (ANSWER)is the release of an inmate from a correctional institution prior to the conclusion of
the inmate's court-imposed sentence.
Community control (house arrest) - (ANSWER)is a form of closely monitored community supervision and
is more restrictive than probation or parole.
Chain of command - (ANSWER)is the order of authority within an organization. It provides the links of
authority and responsibility that join one level of an organization to another.
, FLORIDA FDLE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY - STATE EXAM TEST REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Insubordination - (ANSWER)The failure to follow orders from superiors in the chain of command
Vertical communication - (ANSWER)is a term for information from the chief executive officer that flows
down through the supervision levels to the lowest levels of the organization. The information that flows
from the lowest levels to the highest is equally important.
Lateral communication - (ANSWER)is that which travels across a level of the organization to employees
on the same level within the chain of command. Sometimes, information must be processed at all levels
and then channeled to the individual or individuals responsible for accomplishing a specific objective.
Delegation of Authority - (ANSWER)granting of power by the person with authority to another person
Administrative Law - (ANSWER)The body of law that allows for the creation of public regulatory agencies
Case Law - (ANSWER)The body of law that is formed by the decisions of the court system
Civil Law - (ANSWER)The area of the law that pertains to the legal action that a person takes to resolve a
private dispute with another person
Constitutional Law - (ANSWER)The standards set forth in the Constitution and court decisions or
interpretations of the Constitution handed down by the U.S. District and Supreme Courts; identifies the
powers and limitations of each branch of the U.S. government (Checks & Balances)
Criminal Law - (ANSWER)The part of statutory law that defines unacceptable behaviors in government
prosecution of those who commit them
Ordinance - (ANSWER)A statute enacted by a municipal (city) or county government and which applies
only within the jurisdiction of the government entity which created it, maybe criminal or civil
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Values - (ANSWER)are principles, standards, or qualities considered worthwhile or desirable.
Personal values - (ANSWER)are an individual's convictions about what is right and wrong, based on
religious beliefs, cultural roots, family background, personal experiences, laws, organizational values,
professional norms, and political habits.
Ethics - (ANSWER)is a standard of conduct based on moral duties and virtues that are derived from the
principles of right and wrong.
Ethical principles - (ANSWER)are rules of conduct derived from ethical values.
Ethical behavior - (ANSWER)is principled, value-based decision making, practiced daily.
Bribery is defined in s. 838.015, F.S., - (ANSWER)corruptly to give, offer, or promise to any public
servant, or, if a public servant, corruptly to request, solicit, accept, or agree to accept for himself or
herself or another, any pecuniary or other benefit not authorized by law with an intent or purpose to
influence the performance of any act or omission which the person believes to be, or the public servant
represents as being, within the official discretion of a public servant, in violation of a public duty, or in
performance of a public duty.
Perjury - (ANSWER)may be defined as a false statement that a person makes under oath but does not
believe to be true.
Gratuity - (ANSWER)is anything of value intended to benefit the giver more than the receiver; it is
something given to a person because of that person's position or authority.
Professionalism - (ANSWER)is behavior that demonstrates good character and is marked by pride in self
and career. Examples of these characteristics include service, integrity, respect, quality, fairness,
honesty, courage, compassion, moral/ethical leadership, trustworthiness, and common sense.
Stereotyping - (ANSWER)is a fixed and unvarying idea or opinion of a person, group, or subject.
,FLORIDA FDLE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY - STATE EXAM TEST REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Bias or prejudice - (ANSWER)is a strong belief or feeling about a person, group, or subject, whether
positive or negative, that is formed without reviewing all available facts or information.
Discrimination - (ANSWER)is the negative behavior toward a person or group that is based on color,
race, sex, age, religion, ethnic and national origin, handicap, and/or marital status.
Perception - (ANSWER)is the impression in a person's mind of an individual, a group of people, or events
based on experiences, biases, beliefs, assumptions, and observations.
Sexual harassment - (ANSWER)is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and
other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
Quid pro quo - (ANSWER)"something for something in return."
Hostile work environment - (ANSWER)an office culture where lewd jokes or other offensive habits are
acceptable.
Criminal justice - (ANSWER)refers to the structure, functions, and decision-making processes of those
agencies that deal with the management and control of crime and criminal offenders.
3 main components of the Criminal Justice system - (ANSWER)The three main components of the
criminal justice system are law enforcement, the court system, and corrections.
Law enforcement - (ANSWER)is responsible for the enforcement of and maintaining civil order.
The court system - (ANSWER)is responsible for the interpretation of laws.
Corrections - (ANSWER)is responsible for enforcing punishment as defined by the court system.
,FLORIDA FDLE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY - STATE EXAM TEST REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Four levels of law enforcement agencies within the United States: - (ANSWER)local or municipal, county,
state, and federal
Jurisdiction - (ANSWER)means the types of cases in which the court can make decisions.
Courts of Appeal: - (ANSWER)these courts make decisions on appeals from lower federal courts, which
are subject to review in the U.S. Supreme Court.
Supreme Court of the United States: - (ANSWER)hears appeals from the decisions of lower federal
courts and state supreme courts, and it resolves issues of constitutional and federal law. It stands as the
ultimate authority in constitutional interpretation, and its decisions can be changed only by a
constitutional amendment.
Judge - (ANSWER)is authorized to preside over the courtroom and to decide questions of law brought
before the court.
Prosecutor - (ANSWER)is responsible for presenting the government's case.
Defense Attorney - (ANSWER)is responsible for representing the defendant's case.
Probation - (ANSWER)is a sentence placing a person under the supervision of a probation officer for a
specified length of time instead of confinement.
Parole - (ANSWER)is the release of an inmate from a correctional institution prior to the conclusion of
the inmate's court-imposed sentence.
Community control (house arrest) - (ANSWER)is a form of closely monitored community supervision and
is more restrictive than probation or parole.
Chain of command - (ANSWER)is the order of authority within an organization. It provides the links of
authority and responsibility that join one level of an organization to another.
, FLORIDA FDLE LAW ENFORCEMENT ACADEMY - STATE EXAM TEST REVIEW
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Insubordination - (ANSWER)The failure to follow orders from superiors in the chain of command
Vertical communication - (ANSWER)is a term for information from the chief executive officer that flows
down through the supervision levels to the lowest levels of the organization. The information that flows
from the lowest levels to the highest is equally important.
Lateral communication - (ANSWER)is that which travels across a level of the organization to employees
on the same level within the chain of command. Sometimes, information must be processed at all levels
and then channeled to the individual or individuals responsible for accomplishing a specific objective.
Delegation of Authority - (ANSWER)granting of power by the person with authority to another person
Administrative Law - (ANSWER)The body of law that allows for the creation of public regulatory agencies
Case Law - (ANSWER)The body of law that is formed by the decisions of the court system
Civil Law - (ANSWER)The area of the law that pertains to the legal action that a person takes to resolve a
private dispute with another person
Constitutional Law - (ANSWER)The standards set forth in the Constitution and court decisions or
interpretations of the Constitution handed down by the U.S. District and Supreme Courts; identifies the
powers and limitations of each branch of the U.S. government (Checks & Balances)
Criminal Law - (ANSWER)The part of statutory law that defines unacceptable behaviors in government
prosecution of those who commit them
Ordinance - (ANSWER)A statute enacted by a municipal (city) or county government and which applies
only within the jurisdiction of the government entity which created it, maybe criminal or civil
