Idaho Security Guard Licensure
Ultimate Exam
**Question 1.** Which Idaho statute authorizes a private citizen to make a lawful
arrest of a felon in the commission of a crime?
A) Idaho Code § 19-604
B) Idaho Code § 18-501
C) Idaho Code § 20-702
D) Idaho Code § 22-101
Answer: A
Explanation: Idaho Code § 19-604 outlines the circumstances under which a
private person may effect a lawful arrest, primarily when a felony is being
committed.
**Question 2.** Under the Fourth Amendment, a private security guard may
conduct a search of a person’s belongings only when:
A) The guard has reasonable suspicion.
B) The guard has probable cause.
C) The guard is acting on behalf of law enforcement with a warrant.
D) The guard has consent from the individual.
Answer: D
Explanation: Private citizens are not bound by the Fourth Amendment; a search is
permissible only with the individual’s consent or if the guard is acting as an agent
of law enforcement under a warrant.
**Question 3.** Vicarious liability in Idaho means that:
A) Only the guard is liable for his own actions.
B) The employer can be held liable for the guard’s negligence.
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C) The client is never liable for security errors.
D) Liability is limited to criminal charges only.
Answer: B
Explanation: Vicarious liability holds employers responsible for the negligent acts
of their employees performed within the scope of employment.
**Question 4.** The most critical element in maintaining the chain of custody for
evidence is:
A) Immediate destruction of the evidence after collection.
B) Documenting every transfer of the evidence.
C) Storing evidence in an unlocked drawer.
D) Allowing any officer to handle the evidence.
Answer: B
Explanation: Proper documentation of each hand-off ensures the integrity and
admissibility of evidence in court.
**Question 5.** In Idaho, assault is defined as:
A) The intentional use of force that results in bodily injury.
B) Unintentional contact that causes minor discomfort.
C) Any verbal threat, regardless of intent.
D) Only the use of a deadly weapon.
Answer: A
Explanation: Idaho law defines assault as the intentional application of force that
causes bodily injury or creates a substantial risk of injury.
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**Question 6.** The “Use of Force Continuum” begins with which of the
following actions?
A) Deadly force.
B) Verbal commands and officer presence.
C) Physical restraint.
D) Use of a baton.
Answer: B
Explanation: The continuum starts with the least force—presence and verbal
commands—progressing to higher levels only as needed.
**Question 7.** The Graham v. Connor standard for evaluating force used by a
guard is based on:
A) The guard’s personal feelings.
B) The “reasonable officer” perspective at the time.
C) The outcome of the encounter.
D) The guard’s training manual.
Answer: B
Explanation: The “objective reasonableness” test assesses whether a reasonable
officer would use the same force under similar circumstances.
**Question 8.** Which de-escalation technique involves reflecting the subject’s
statements back to them?
A) Verbal Judo.
B) Active listening.
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C) Tactical communication.
D) Physical restraint.
Answer: B
Explanation: Active listening includes paraphrasing the speaker’s words to show
understanding and reduce tension.
**Question 9.** An ejection procedure must be performed:
A) Without informing the trespasser of the reason.
B) Using only physical force.
C) In a manner that respects the trespasser’s rights.
D) By calling police before any action.
Answer: C
Explanation: Lawful ejection requires respecting the individual’s rights while
removing them from private property.
**Question 10.** The CYMBAL method for vehicle description includes all
EXCEPT:
A) Color
B) Year
C) Make
D) Mileage
Answer: D
Explanation: CYMBAL stands for Color, Year, Make, Body, Additional features,
License; mileage is not part of the acronym.
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**Question 1.** Which Idaho statute authorizes a private citizen to make a lawful
arrest of a felon in the commission of a crime?
A) Idaho Code § 19-604
B) Idaho Code § 18-501
C) Idaho Code § 20-702
D) Idaho Code § 22-101
Answer: A
Explanation: Idaho Code § 19-604 outlines the circumstances under which a
private person may effect a lawful arrest, primarily when a felony is being
committed.
**Question 2.** Under the Fourth Amendment, a private security guard may
conduct a search of a person’s belongings only when:
A) The guard has reasonable suspicion.
B) The guard has probable cause.
C) The guard is acting on behalf of law enforcement with a warrant.
D) The guard has consent from the individual.
Answer: D
Explanation: Private citizens are not bound by the Fourth Amendment; a search is
permissible only with the individual’s consent or if the guard is acting as an agent
of law enforcement under a warrant.
**Question 3.** Vicarious liability in Idaho means that:
A) Only the guard is liable for his own actions.
B) The employer can be held liable for the guard’s negligence.
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C) The client is never liable for security errors.
D) Liability is limited to criminal charges only.
Answer: B
Explanation: Vicarious liability holds employers responsible for the negligent acts
of their employees performed within the scope of employment.
**Question 4.** The most critical element in maintaining the chain of custody for
evidence is:
A) Immediate destruction of the evidence after collection.
B) Documenting every transfer of the evidence.
C) Storing evidence in an unlocked drawer.
D) Allowing any officer to handle the evidence.
Answer: B
Explanation: Proper documentation of each hand-off ensures the integrity and
admissibility of evidence in court.
**Question 5.** In Idaho, assault is defined as:
A) The intentional use of force that results in bodily injury.
B) Unintentional contact that causes minor discomfort.
C) Any verbal threat, regardless of intent.
D) Only the use of a deadly weapon.
Answer: A
Explanation: Idaho law defines assault as the intentional application of force that
causes bodily injury or creates a substantial risk of injury.
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**Question 6.** The “Use of Force Continuum” begins with which of the
following actions?
A) Deadly force.
B) Verbal commands and officer presence.
C) Physical restraint.
D) Use of a baton.
Answer: B
Explanation: The continuum starts with the least force—presence and verbal
commands—progressing to higher levels only as needed.
**Question 7.** The Graham v. Connor standard for evaluating force used by a
guard is based on:
A) The guard’s personal feelings.
B) The “reasonable officer” perspective at the time.
C) The outcome of the encounter.
D) The guard’s training manual.
Answer: B
Explanation: The “objective reasonableness” test assesses whether a reasonable
officer would use the same force under similar circumstances.
**Question 8.** Which de-escalation technique involves reflecting the subject’s
statements back to them?
A) Verbal Judo.
B) Active listening.
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C) Tactical communication.
D) Physical restraint.
Answer: B
Explanation: Active listening includes paraphrasing the speaker’s words to show
understanding and reduce tension.
**Question 9.** An ejection procedure must be performed:
A) Without informing the trespasser of the reason.
B) Using only physical force.
C) In a manner that respects the trespasser’s rights.
D) By calling police before any action.
Answer: C
Explanation: Lawful ejection requires respecting the individual’s rights while
removing them from private property.
**Question 10.** The CYMBAL method for vehicle description includes all
EXCEPT:
A) Color
B) Year
C) Make
D) Mileage
Answer: D
Explanation: CYMBAL stands for Color, Year, Make, Body, Additional features,
License; mileage is not part of the acronym.
