Trooper II TXDPS Exam Questions and
Answers
3 types of Action to be taken: - correct Answer-Warning, Citation, Custody (Physical)
Arrest
HGN Clues: - correct Answer-Lack of Smooth Pursuit, Distinct and Sustained
Nystagmus at Maximum Deviation (hold for 4 seconds), Onset of Nystagmus prior to 45
Degrees.
Walk & Turn Clues: - correct Answer-Can't Balance During Instructions, Starts too soon,
Stops while walking, Misses heel to toe, Steps off the Line, Uses arms to Balance,
Turned Improperly, Wrong Number of Steps.
One Leg Stand Clues: - correct Answer-Sways, Uses Arms to Balance, Hops, Puts Foot
Down.
CR-3 Eight (8) Critical Errors: - correct Answer-1) Times and/or Dates, 2) Location, 3)
Disposition of Killed/Injured, 4) Damage Ratings, 5) Charges Filed, 6) Damage to Other
Property, 7) Contributing Factors, 8) Narrative/Diagram
Taser: ECD - correct Answer-Electronic Control Device
Three Phases of Crash Investigation Management: - correct Answer-Respond, Position,
and manage.
Deputy Director: - correct Answer-Randall Prince
Chief/Deputy Director: - correct Answer-Dwight Matthis
Region 1 Director/Commander: - correct Answer-Hank Sibley
Major: - correct Answer-Jeremy Sherrod
General Order 1 - correct Answer-To execute the mission of the department to protect
and serve Texas.
General Order 2 - correct Answer-To practice, at all times, the motto of the department:
"Courtesy, Service, Protection."
, General Order 3 - correct Answer-To keep myself clean and presentable and in good
physical, mental, and moral condition.
General Order 4 - correct Answer-To know and obey at all times the U.S. and state
constitutions, federal and state laws, and lawful orders and instructions.
General Order 5 - correct Answer-To keep all state equipment issued to me fully
accounted for, in proper working condition, and secure.
General Order 6 - correct Answer-To register as a voter and vote my convictions as a
citizen but refrain from political campaigns and endorsements except as specifically
authorized by law and policy.
General Order 7 - correct Answer-To conduct my duties in a straightforward, honest,
and respectful manner, relying upon poise, competence, and soundness of character.
General Order 8 - correct Answer-To report misconduct and matters that negatively
impact me or other department personnel to my immediate supervisor and higher, if
necessary.
General Order 9 - correct Answer-To make suggestions to improve department
operations, policies, and services.
General Order 10 - correct Answer-To conduct myself, on and off duty, in a manner that
merits the voluntary praise of those with whom I come in contact, so that my actions
reflect well upon myself, the department, and the State of Texas.
DPS Core Values: - correct Answer-Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, & Teamwork.
(IEAT)
DPS Mission - correct Answer-Protect and Serve Texas
Goals of DPS - correct Answer-Combat Crime and Terrorism, Enhance Highway and
Public Safety, Enhance Statewide Emergency Management, Enhance Public Safety
Licensing and Regulatory Services
DPS Vision - correct Answer-Proactively protect the citizens of Texas in an ever
changing threat environment while always remaining faithful to the U.S. and State
Constitutions.
DPS Motto - correct Answer-Courtesy, Service, Protection
How many days do you have to report changes to your personal data to dps - correct
Answer-10 Days
Answers
3 types of Action to be taken: - correct Answer-Warning, Citation, Custody (Physical)
Arrest
HGN Clues: - correct Answer-Lack of Smooth Pursuit, Distinct and Sustained
Nystagmus at Maximum Deviation (hold for 4 seconds), Onset of Nystagmus prior to 45
Degrees.
Walk & Turn Clues: - correct Answer-Can't Balance During Instructions, Starts too soon,
Stops while walking, Misses heel to toe, Steps off the Line, Uses arms to Balance,
Turned Improperly, Wrong Number of Steps.
One Leg Stand Clues: - correct Answer-Sways, Uses Arms to Balance, Hops, Puts Foot
Down.
CR-3 Eight (8) Critical Errors: - correct Answer-1) Times and/or Dates, 2) Location, 3)
Disposition of Killed/Injured, 4) Damage Ratings, 5) Charges Filed, 6) Damage to Other
Property, 7) Contributing Factors, 8) Narrative/Diagram
Taser: ECD - correct Answer-Electronic Control Device
Three Phases of Crash Investigation Management: - correct Answer-Respond, Position,
and manage.
Deputy Director: - correct Answer-Randall Prince
Chief/Deputy Director: - correct Answer-Dwight Matthis
Region 1 Director/Commander: - correct Answer-Hank Sibley
Major: - correct Answer-Jeremy Sherrod
General Order 1 - correct Answer-To execute the mission of the department to protect
and serve Texas.
General Order 2 - correct Answer-To practice, at all times, the motto of the department:
"Courtesy, Service, Protection."
, General Order 3 - correct Answer-To keep myself clean and presentable and in good
physical, mental, and moral condition.
General Order 4 - correct Answer-To know and obey at all times the U.S. and state
constitutions, federal and state laws, and lawful orders and instructions.
General Order 5 - correct Answer-To keep all state equipment issued to me fully
accounted for, in proper working condition, and secure.
General Order 6 - correct Answer-To register as a voter and vote my convictions as a
citizen but refrain from political campaigns and endorsements except as specifically
authorized by law and policy.
General Order 7 - correct Answer-To conduct my duties in a straightforward, honest,
and respectful manner, relying upon poise, competence, and soundness of character.
General Order 8 - correct Answer-To report misconduct and matters that negatively
impact me or other department personnel to my immediate supervisor and higher, if
necessary.
General Order 9 - correct Answer-To make suggestions to improve department
operations, policies, and services.
General Order 10 - correct Answer-To conduct myself, on and off duty, in a manner that
merits the voluntary praise of those with whom I come in contact, so that my actions
reflect well upon myself, the department, and the State of Texas.
DPS Core Values: - correct Answer-Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, & Teamwork.
(IEAT)
DPS Mission - correct Answer-Protect and Serve Texas
Goals of DPS - correct Answer-Combat Crime and Terrorism, Enhance Highway and
Public Safety, Enhance Statewide Emergency Management, Enhance Public Safety
Licensing and Regulatory Services
DPS Vision - correct Answer-Proactively protect the citizens of Texas in an ever
changing threat environment while always remaining faithful to the U.S. and State
Constitutions.
DPS Motto - correct Answer-Courtesy, Service, Protection
How many days do you have to report changes to your personal data to dps - correct
Answer-10 Days
