MCLETC questions with correct answers

Proper position of patrol vehicle while monitoring for traffic violation CORRECT ANSWER Allow normal traffic flow, provide clear view of violations, safe access to violators, low visibility of patrol vehicle (under certain circumstances may be totally visible) Factors to be considered when estimating the speed of a vehicle CORRECT ANSWER Passing other vehicles quickly, weaving in and out of traffic to get ahead, engine noise, squealing tires, pacing speed of other vehicle for a long distance relative to speed/ location Procedures to issue verbal warnings to traffic violators CORRECT ANSWER Complete stop card regardless of enforcement action taken, remain professional and respectful, don't lecture Identify circumstances to be recorded regarding traffic citations for purpose of court presentation CORRECT ANSWER Weather conditions, light conditions, marked or unmarked unit, statements of driver/passengers. Legal requirements pertaining to assessment of driver's capability to operate vehicle-Age, drugs, alcohol impairing their ability to safely operate their vehicle ii traffic Procedure to inspect driver's license-Look for watermarks, hologram of Chicago outline beginning at larger picture, picture and DoB visible by black light on front and back of license, barcode on back can be scanned to reveal driver information, run it through LEADS Identify need to request immediate repair to roadway-If the obstruction impairs safe passage of travel by motor vehicles, pedestrians, bicycles, etc Procedures to remove vehicles from roadway CORR