TEXAS LAW ENFORCEMENT LICENSING LEVEL IV
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
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1. Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a peace officer
under Texas law?
A. Drafting legislation
B. Enforcing laws **
C. Serving civil litigation only
D. Providing legal advice
Rationale: Peace officers are tasked with enforcing laws and
maintaining public order.
2. The Texas Penal Code defines criminal responsibility as:
A. Only intentional acts
B. Acting with criminal negligence
C. Both intentional and criminally negligent acts **
D. Accidental acts
Rationale: Criminal responsibility includes intentional, knowing,
reckless, and negligent conduct as defined in the Penal Code.
3. When conducting a traffic stop, officers must:
A. Only issue warnings
B. Ensure safety of the officer and public **
C. Always arrest the driver
D. Search the vehicle without cause
,Rationale: Officer safety and public safety are paramount during traffic
stops.
4. Probable cause is necessary for:
A. Issuing a citation
B. Making an arrest **
C. Greeting a citizen
D. Requesting identification in public
Rationale: Probable cause is legally required to justify an arrest.
5. The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure governs:
A. Civil disputes
B. Criminal procedure and law enforcement conduct **
C. Property tax law
D. Driver licensing
Rationale: This code outlines procedures for investigation, arrest, and
prosecution.
6. Which is considered excessive force?
A. Using minimal force to detain a suspect
B. Using more force than necessary to control a situation **
C. Using handcuffs to restrain a suspect
D. Following department policy
Rationale: Excessive force is any force beyond what is reasonable and
necessary.
7. Chain of custody refers to:
A. Procedures for handling evidence **
B. Arrest protocols
C. Report writing
D. Court testimony
, Rationale: Proper chain of custody ensures evidence is admissible in
court.
8. Community policing emphasizes:
A. Punitive measures only
B. Partnerships with the community **
C. Reducing patrols
D. Ignoring minor crimes
Rationale: Community policing focuses on collaboration between police
and citizens to solve problems.
9. A warrantless search is permitted when:
A. Consent is given **
B. No probable cause exists
C. The officer is off duty
D. The suspect is unknown
Rationale: Consent, exigent circumstances, or certain exceptions allow
warrantless searches.
10. The principle of “Miranda rights” applies when:
A. Investigating civil disputes
B. Suspects are in custody and being interrogated **
C. Observing public behavior
D. Issuing traffic tickets
Rationale: Miranda warnings protect the Fifth Amendment right against
self-incrimination.
11. Which factor is critical when assessing a use-of-force situation?
A. Suspect’s race
B. Severity of the threat **
EXAM QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2026 Q&A
| INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF
1. Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a peace officer
under Texas law?
A. Drafting legislation
B. Enforcing laws **
C. Serving civil litigation only
D. Providing legal advice
Rationale: Peace officers are tasked with enforcing laws and
maintaining public order.
2. The Texas Penal Code defines criminal responsibility as:
A. Only intentional acts
B. Acting with criminal negligence
C. Both intentional and criminally negligent acts **
D. Accidental acts
Rationale: Criminal responsibility includes intentional, knowing,
reckless, and negligent conduct as defined in the Penal Code.
3. When conducting a traffic stop, officers must:
A. Only issue warnings
B. Ensure safety of the officer and public **
C. Always arrest the driver
D. Search the vehicle without cause
,Rationale: Officer safety and public safety are paramount during traffic
stops.
4. Probable cause is necessary for:
A. Issuing a citation
B. Making an arrest **
C. Greeting a citizen
D. Requesting identification in public
Rationale: Probable cause is legally required to justify an arrest.
5. The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure governs:
A. Civil disputes
B. Criminal procedure and law enforcement conduct **
C. Property tax law
D. Driver licensing
Rationale: This code outlines procedures for investigation, arrest, and
prosecution.
6. Which is considered excessive force?
A. Using minimal force to detain a suspect
B. Using more force than necessary to control a situation **
C. Using handcuffs to restrain a suspect
D. Following department policy
Rationale: Excessive force is any force beyond what is reasonable and
necessary.
7. Chain of custody refers to:
A. Procedures for handling evidence **
B. Arrest protocols
C. Report writing
D. Court testimony
, Rationale: Proper chain of custody ensures evidence is admissible in
court.
8. Community policing emphasizes:
A. Punitive measures only
B. Partnerships with the community **
C. Reducing patrols
D. Ignoring minor crimes
Rationale: Community policing focuses on collaboration between police
and citizens to solve problems.
9. A warrantless search is permitted when:
A. Consent is given **
B. No probable cause exists
C. The officer is off duty
D. The suspect is unknown
Rationale: Consent, exigent circumstances, or certain exceptions allow
warrantless searches.
10. The principle of “Miranda rights” applies when:
A. Investigating civil disputes
B. Suspects are in custody and being interrogated **
C. Observing public behavior
D. Issuing traffic tickets
Rationale: Miranda warnings protect the Fifth Amendment right against
self-incrimination.
11. Which factor is critical when assessing a use-of-force situation?
A. Suspect’s race
B. Severity of the threat **
