Sccja pre-Academy Block 4-Basic Collision Reporting
Exam Questions with Verified Answers |2026/2027
Update | A+ Graded
Bias based policing - Answer -What is an unacceptable and prohibited method for recognizing a
suspicious vehicle?
suspicious vehicle indicators - Answer --the vehicle does not fit the area or is somewhere it
should not be
-vehicle matches the description of a vehicle involved in a recently reported crime or that is
wanted
-vehicle is driven at inappropriate times
-vehicle is driven without lights, with fresh and severe damage, with flagrant moving violations,
will not pass a patrol vehicle, in an evasive manner, or with altered or missing identification
-vehicle will not pass a patrol vehicle
-occupants act suspicious
-vehicle is observed in the same area several times
-driver wears dark glasses at night
-vehicle indicates drug possession such as open or darkened windows, rental car or out of state
dealer, plywood covering the bed of the truck, driver exits vehicle quickly, vehicle with salt is
heading north in the winter
left angle stop - Answer -advantageous in that it is quick to use since the officer will exit the
driver's door and the lights of the patrol vehicle will illuminate the driver of the suspect vehicle
to a limited degree; it has the disadvantage of putting all of the officer's lights into the eyes of
oncoming traffic. The lights will, however, visually obscure the right side of the violator's vehicle.
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,right angle stop - Answer -advantageous in that the lights of the patrol vehicle are aimed
towards the shoulder of the road rather than at the oncoming traffic lane; violator's vehicle may
be visually obscured at night.
Control challenge - Answer -•give the driver/suspect commands
•open van doors
•have them approach you-do not leave cover
stolen vehicle indicators - Answer -a. Traffic violation
b. Driver answers questions that have not been asked
c. Ignition lock removed
d. Driver's license does not match the registration or glove box contents
e. Altered license plates
f. Signs of forced entry
g. Altered vehicle identification number (VIN)
h. Driver cannot describe the contents of the glove box or trunk
Elements of Miranda Rights - Answer -a. You have a right to remain silent;
b. Anything you say can and will be used against you as evidence in a court of law;
c. You have a right to the presence of an attorney; and
d. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you prior to any questioning if you
so desire, at no cost to you.
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,e. You can decide at any time to exercise these rights and not answer questions or make any
statements.
f. Do you understand each of these rights I have explained to you?
high-risk/felony traffic stop - Answer -a traffic stop where the dangers and risks to an officer are
present, not just implied
vehicle preparation for high-risk traffic stops - Answer --loose items secured
-arm rest up
-windows down
-radio volume up
-weapons are easily accessible
-backup is available
-terrain is advantageous
-situational considerations have been made
communications during a high-risk traffic stop - Answer --nature of intended stop
-location and changes in direction of travel
-allow adequate time for other to respond
-do not tie up radio if you are not involved
CASE - Answer --compromise
-assault
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, -self-destruct
-escape
2 1/2 seconds - Answer -Most firefights last how long?
cover - Answer -angle for maximum benefits from engine block
Triangulation - Answer -Wide approach that should be used on high risk traffic stops
Containment procedures - Answer -•don't let suspect run
•protect community
•deal with one suspect at a time
•divide tasks
•slow down
•use distance and cover
High risk traffic stop procedures - Answer -•stop as soon as the suspect vehicle stops
•cover officer arrange patrol vehicle in the angle most conducive for their safe cover
•deploy from the patrol vehicle behind the apex of the driver's or passenger's door and take
control
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Exam Questions with Verified Answers |2026/2027
Update | A+ Graded
Bias based policing - Answer -What is an unacceptable and prohibited method for recognizing a
suspicious vehicle?
suspicious vehicle indicators - Answer --the vehicle does not fit the area or is somewhere it
should not be
-vehicle matches the description of a vehicle involved in a recently reported crime or that is
wanted
-vehicle is driven at inappropriate times
-vehicle is driven without lights, with fresh and severe damage, with flagrant moving violations,
will not pass a patrol vehicle, in an evasive manner, or with altered or missing identification
-vehicle will not pass a patrol vehicle
-occupants act suspicious
-vehicle is observed in the same area several times
-driver wears dark glasses at night
-vehicle indicates drug possession such as open or darkened windows, rental car or out of state
dealer, plywood covering the bed of the truck, driver exits vehicle quickly, vehicle with salt is
heading north in the winter
left angle stop - Answer -advantageous in that it is quick to use since the officer will exit the
driver's door and the lights of the patrol vehicle will illuminate the driver of the suspect vehicle
to a limited degree; it has the disadvantage of putting all of the officer's lights into the eyes of
oncoming traffic. The lights will, however, visually obscure the right side of the violator's vehicle.
1|Page
,right angle stop - Answer -advantageous in that the lights of the patrol vehicle are aimed
towards the shoulder of the road rather than at the oncoming traffic lane; violator's vehicle may
be visually obscured at night.
Control challenge - Answer -•give the driver/suspect commands
•open van doors
•have them approach you-do not leave cover
stolen vehicle indicators - Answer -a. Traffic violation
b. Driver answers questions that have not been asked
c. Ignition lock removed
d. Driver's license does not match the registration or glove box contents
e. Altered license plates
f. Signs of forced entry
g. Altered vehicle identification number (VIN)
h. Driver cannot describe the contents of the glove box or trunk
Elements of Miranda Rights - Answer -a. You have a right to remain silent;
b. Anything you say can and will be used against you as evidence in a court of law;
c. You have a right to the presence of an attorney; and
d. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you prior to any questioning if you
so desire, at no cost to you.
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,e. You can decide at any time to exercise these rights and not answer questions or make any
statements.
f. Do you understand each of these rights I have explained to you?
high-risk/felony traffic stop - Answer -a traffic stop where the dangers and risks to an officer are
present, not just implied
vehicle preparation for high-risk traffic stops - Answer --loose items secured
-arm rest up
-windows down
-radio volume up
-weapons are easily accessible
-backup is available
-terrain is advantageous
-situational considerations have been made
communications during a high-risk traffic stop - Answer --nature of intended stop
-location and changes in direction of travel
-allow adequate time for other to respond
-do not tie up radio if you are not involved
CASE - Answer --compromise
-assault
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, -self-destruct
-escape
2 1/2 seconds - Answer -Most firefights last how long?
cover - Answer -angle for maximum benefits from engine block
Triangulation - Answer -Wide approach that should be used on high risk traffic stops
Containment procedures - Answer -•don't let suspect run
•protect community
•deal with one suspect at a time
•divide tasks
•slow down
•use distance and cover
High risk traffic stop procedures - Answer -•stop as soon as the suspect vehicle stops
•cover officer arrange patrol vehicle in the angle most conducive for their safe cover
•deploy from the patrol vehicle behind the apex of the driver's or passenger's door and take
control
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