TCOLE JAILER

TCOLE JAILER Commitment ANS: An order signed by magistrate directing sheriff to receive and place in jail the person so committed Capias ANS: A _____ is a writ issued by the court or clerk, and directed "To any peace officer of the State of Texas", commanding him to arrest a person accused of an offense and bring him before that court immediately, or on a day or at a term stated in the writ. Capias Pro Fine ANS: When a defendant has been committed to jail in default of the fine and costs adjusted against him, the further enforcement of such judgment and sentence shall be in accordance with the provisions of this Code. Writ of Attachment (Bench Warrant) ANS: An ________ is a writ issued by a clerk of a court under seal, or by any magistrate, or by the foreman of a grand jury, in any criminal action or proceeding authorized by law, commanding some peace officer to take the body of a witness and bring him before such court, magistrate or grand jury on a day named, or forthwith, to testify in behalf of the State or of the defendant, as the case may be. It shall be dated and signed officially by the officer issuing it. Magistrate's Warrant ANS: When a complaint is made to a magistrate that any person within his jurisdiction is a fugitive from justice from another State, he shall issue a warrant of arrest directing a peace officer to apprehend and bring the accused before him. Warrant ANS: A document issued by a legal or government official authorizing the police or some other body to make an arrest, search premises, or carry out some other action relating to the administration of justice. Custody of Prisoners ANS: When a prisoner is committed to jail by warrant from a magistrate or court, he shall be placed in jail by the sheriff. It is a violation of duty on the part of any sheriff to permit a defendant so committed to remain out of jail, except that he may, when a defendant is committed for want of bail, or when he arrests in a bailable case, give the person arrested a reasonable time to procure bail; but he shall so guard the accused as to prevent escape. Refusing to Execute Writ ANS: Any officer to whom a writ of habeas corpus, or other writ, warrant or process authorized by this Chapter shall be directed, delivered or tendered, who refuses to execute the same according to his directions, or who wantonly delays the service or execution of the same, shall be liable to fine as for contempt of court. Low Risk Suicide ANS: not to exceed 15 minutes High Risk Suicide ANS: on a continuous, uninterrupted basis. Street gangs ANS: a gang composed of three or more persons having a common identifying sign or symbol or an identifiable leadership who continuously or regularly associate in the commission of criminal activities. In general, street gangs are not as well organized as the prison gangs, and may provide a greater threat to the jail system than to the state correctional system. Prison gangs ANS: the Aryan Brotherhood (one of the more organized disruptive groups that originated in the Texas prison and jail system). As you will see later, these groups are very structured in leadership, and have been brought together for reasons of security within the prison and to help prison members and their families in issues the inmates' face. Unorganized disruptive group ANS: two cellmates and a third inmate in the cellblock get together to create a disturbance to steal another inmate's property Direct Examination ANS: Direct testimony to the jury, or to the judge in the absence of a jury, when answering prosecutor's questions Cross Examination ANS: The defense counsel will begin the questioning after the prosecution has finished with the witness. Redirect Examination ANS: Following the cross examination by the defense attorney, the prosecutor may question the witness to clarify statements or answers given during the cross-examination Re-cross Examination ANS: The defense attorney may further question a witness after redirect examination by the prosecutor In 2002, the nation's smallest jails had a suicide rate of _____ times that of the larger jails ANS: 5 In 2002, the suicide rate in local jails was over ____ times the rate in State Prisons ANS: 3 Tort Liability ANS: Negligent, malicious acts done intentionally by jail personnel that result in injury to an inmate. Negligent, malicious acts or omissions acts done intentionally by jail personnel that result in injury to an inmate Civil action for deprivation of rights ANS: any citizen of the United States or other person within the jurisdiction thereof to the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the Constitution and laws, shall be liable Grievance procedures ANS: A. exist to allow for intervention and the resolution of inmate complaints at the earliest opportunity. If unresolved, inmate complaints often escalate into acts of aggression and destruction. B. The majority of inmate complaints can be resolved by an individual staff member C. Concerns that cannot be handled by the individual officer should be submitted, in writing, through the chain of command Issue clothing ANS: Standard facility clothing shall be issued to all inmates held over 48 hours. Additional appropriate clothing shall be issued to inmates participating in outside activities during inclement weather. Undergarments, if issued to males, must be issued to females. Note the condition of the clothing upon issue Personal Hygiene ANS: Inmates held over 48 hours who are unable to supply themselves with personal care items, because of indigence, shall be furnished the following: 1) toothbrush; 2) toothpaste or toothpowder; 3) soap; 4) comb; and 5) shaving implements. Shower ANS: Each inmate shall be given the opportunity to shower at least every other day or more often if possible Supervise bathing procedures ANS: 1. Assure cleanliness of inmate 2. Control possible riots or abuse of inmates 3. Supervision should be by an officer of the same gender A bail bond must be made payable to ANS: The State of Texas Which of the following systems do you check for new warrants before releasing an offender? ANS: T.C.I.C./N.C.I.C. Regional record system inquiry Answer: C & D (both) When was AIDS first recognized by Doctors in the US? ANS: 1980's Which gang is highly structured with by-laws? ANS: Prison gang Sufficient food and utensils are necessary because ___________ may cause disturbances ANS: Shortages An illness that occurs through the transmission of an infectious agent is the definition of ___________. ANS: Communicable disease Each inmate shall be allowed one visitation period during the ___________. ANS: Evening or weekend ___________ is the most common of all serious contagious diseases. ANS: Hepatitis This type of head count is conducted after taking a regular count and the number does not agree. ANS: Off This term has to do with the right of an inmate to be brought before a court or judge to determine the legality of his imprisonment. ANS: habeas corpus According to TCJS 269.1, whose responsibility is it to establish a record system for detention that includes a daily record of the number of inmates in the facility? ANS: Sheriff Which of the following is NOT a tactic the defense attorney may use to diminish your credibility? ANS: Present false evidence Inmates found guilty by an inmate disciplinary board can appeal the decision and must state the appeal ___________. ANS: Written What is a/are key component(s) of an objective jail classification system? ANS: Housing plan consistent with classification system ___________ states that in the event that an inmate refuses to sign a property receipt, it should be witness and documented by another officer. ANS: TCJS 265.10 Inmate Property Checking A ___________ tells something or asks something about the subject of the sentence. ANS: predicate Upon discovering a security breach, if it is minor ________. ANS: rectify it How much bleach? ANS: 1:10 Who should treat the inmate during a medical emergency? ANS: Medical Staff Emergency medical services Answer is A & B