MODULE 3 TEEX STUDY QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS
Of the two dominant approaches to objective classification, in which one is there high
precision and little ambiguity in the meaning of each category? - ANSWER-decision tree
When completing fingerprinting, the option to submit to ___________ must be checked
before clicking the submit button. - ANSWER-DPS
Which of the following is a purpose of the Sucide Screening Form? - ANSWER-A.
Triage those at risk for suicide
b. Identify inmates possibly in distress from psychosis
c. Assist with continuity of care of special needs inmates
(ANSWER: d. All of the above)
When preparing for identification photographs during booking, which information should
be on the chest board? - ANSWER-a. Inmate's agency identification number
b. Booking date
All of the following are acceptable forms of credentials verification when receiving an
inmate, except ___________. - ANSWER-passport
The status of inmates placed in administrative segregation shall be reviewed and
documented every ___________. - ANSWER-30 days
When describing an inmate's watch during intake inventory, which of the following
characteristic should you NOT include in your report? - ANSWER-Estimated value
The formal process of separating and managing inmates is ___________. - ANSWER-
objective classification
If it is determined that an inmate's country of citizenship is on the list of mandatory
notifications, notification ___________. - ANSWER-must be made regardless of
inmate's wishes
After booking, who must inmates be allowed to contact upon reasonable request? -
ANSWER-Attorney
According to TCJS, who is responsible for developing and implementing an objective
classification plan that must be approved by the commission? - ANSWER-The sheriff
If an offender escapes from custody, the Texas Commission on Jail Standards shall be
notified within ______ of the escape. - ANSWER-24 hours
, All of the following are factors which may impact housing decisions except
____________________. - ANSWER-religious beliefs
During intake procedures, if a foreign national's country of citizenship is not on the
mandatory notification list, you should do which of the following? - ANSWER-a. Offer to
notify the inmate's consular
b. Inform the inmate about you making the notification
c. Notify the consular without delay if the inmate agrees to notification
(ANSWER: d. All of the above)
For which type of inmates is it important that their custody level does not exceed the
construction level of the assigned housing? - ANSWER-Federal and TDCJ inmates
When describing property, it is important to be specific as to color, shape, size, and
___________. - ANSWER-identifying characteristics
Which of the following is NOT one of the recommended equipment for fingerprinting? -
ANSWER-Spoon
All of the following are qualifications of a trustee position, EXCEPT ___________. -
ANSWER-gender
After booking, phone calls are considered ___________ unless a religious leader or
attorney is only available via phone. - ANSWER-a privilege
The custody level for inmates with serious offenses of violence, who possess an
extensive level of criminal sophistication and who may or may not have demonstrated a
propensity for violence in an institutional setting, is a ___________ custody level. -
ANSWER-maximum
Impartiality requires that no person be treated ___________. - ANSWER-unjustly,
unfairly, with prejudice
The two types of impressions recorded on a fingerprint card are __________. -
ANSWER-rolled and plain
In an inmate set-up, what are some potential disadvantages for the loser? - ANSWER-
Face additional criminal charges
A custody reassessment or review is necessary to allow for changes over time in
inmates' legal status and any disciplinary actions. - ANSWER-True
The legal ramifications of not updating a file can result in both criminal liability and civil
liability. - ANSWER-True
WITH CORRECT SOLUTIONS
Of the two dominant approaches to objective classification, in which one is there high
precision and little ambiguity in the meaning of each category? - ANSWER-decision tree
When completing fingerprinting, the option to submit to ___________ must be checked
before clicking the submit button. - ANSWER-DPS
Which of the following is a purpose of the Sucide Screening Form? - ANSWER-A.
Triage those at risk for suicide
b. Identify inmates possibly in distress from psychosis
c. Assist with continuity of care of special needs inmates
(ANSWER: d. All of the above)
When preparing for identification photographs during booking, which information should
be on the chest board? - ANSWER-a. Inmate's agency identification number
b. Booking date
All of the following are acceptable forms of credentials verification when receiving an
inmate, except ___________. - ANSWER-passport
The status of inmates placed in administrative segregation shall be reviewed and
documented every ___________. - ANSWER-30 days
When describing an inmate's watch during intake inventory, which of the following
characteristic should you NOT include in your report? - ANSWER-Estimated value
The formal process of separating and managing inmates is ___________. - ANSWER-
objective classification
If it is determined that an inmate's country of citizenship is on the list of mandatory
notifications, notification ___________. - ANSWER-must be made regardless of
inmate's wishes
After booking, who must inmates be allowed to contact upon reasonable request? -
ANSWER-Attorney
According to TCJS, who is responsible for developing and implementing an objective
classification plan that must be approved by the commission? - ANSWER-The sheriff
If an offender escapes from custody, the Texas Commission on Jail Standards shall be
notified within ______ of the escape. - ANSWER-24 hours
, All of the following are factors which may impact housing decisions except
____________________. - ANSWER-religious beliefs
During intake procedures, if a foreign national's country of citizenship is not on the
mandatory notification list, you should do which of the following? - ANSWER-a. Offer to
notify the inmate's consular
b. Inform the inmate about you making the notification
c. Notify the consular without delay if the inmate agrees to notification
(ANSWER: d. All of the above)
For which type of inmates is it important that their custody level does not exceed the
construction level of the assigned housing? - ANSWER-Federal and TDCJ inmates
When describing property, it is important to be specific as to color, shape, size, and
___________. - ANSWER-identifying characteristics
Which of the following is NOT one of the recommended equipment for fingerprinting? -
ANSWER-Spoon
All of the following are qualifications of a trustee position, EXCEPT ___________. -
ANSWER-gender
After booking, phone calls are considered ___________ unless a religious leader or
attorney is only available via phone. - ANSWER-a privilege
The custody level for inmates with serious offenses of violence, who possess an
extensive level of criminal sophistication and who may or may not have demonstrated a
propensity for violence in an institutional setting, is a ___________ custody level. -
ANSWER-maximum
Impartiality requires that no person be treated ___________. - ANSWER-unjustly,
unfairly, with prejudice
The two types of impressions recorded on a fingerprint card are __________. -
ANSWER-rolled and plain
In an inmate set-up, what are some potential disadvantages for the loser? - ANSWER-
Face additional criminal charges
A custody reassessment or review is necessary to allow for changes over time in
inmates' legal status and any disciplinary actions. - ANSWER-True
The legal ramifications of not updating a file can result in both criminal liability and civil
liability. - ANSWER-True
