MDOC Exam 2 UPDATED Study Guide
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Distinguish between felonies and misdemeanors? - CORRECT ANSWER The major
difference between felonies and misdemeanors is in the sanction which could be imposed and
not what is actually imposed.
Describe the limits of power of each of the three branches of government in responding
crime? - CORRECT ANSWER The legislature enacts (creates) law
The Executive initiates proceedings against those who violate the law.
The judiciary holds proceedings to determine guilt or innocence.
State the two factors which have consistently affected prison operation? - CORRECT
ANSWER a. Lack of funds
b. Overcrowding
List 9 types of sentences? - CORRECT ANSWER Fines/court costs
Community service
Restitution
County jail
Probation
Indeterminate prison sentence
Determinate (flat) prison sentence
Mandatory life sentence
Non-mandatory life sentence
State the degree to which a prisoner's constitutional rights may be restricted? - CORRECT
ANSWER Only to the degree justified by important substantial government interests.
, Lists 7 ways to avoid litigation? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.Review policies and
procedures
2.Follow policy and procedure
3.maintain good records
4.Report and document all unusual occurrences
5.Take prompt action if policy or procedure is violated or ignored
6.When in doubt about what to do, ask a supervisor or higher authority
7.Do not be Deliberately indifferent
Public Relations? - CORRECT ANSWER The business of fostering public good will.
Define stress? - CORRECT ANSWER any demand placed on a human being. It is an
internal reaction to an external stimulus. It is neither good nor bad, just there.
Top stressors in a correctional environment? - CORRECT
ANSWER Manager/employee relation
Environment
Prisoner/staff conflict
Para-military structure
Promotion opportunities
Lack of accountability/ inconsistent employee discipline
Workplace apathy
Thanklessness of the job
Role conflict
Lack of positive performance feedback
Staff/Staff conflict
Emotional reactions to stress? - CORRECT ANSWER Anxiety
Anger
Depression
ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS
Distinguish between felonies and misdemeanors? - CORRECT ANSWER The major
difference between felonies and misdemeanors is in the sanction which could be imposed and
not what is actually imposed.
Describe the limits of power of each of the three branches of government in responding
crime? - CORRECT ANSWER The legislature enacts (creates) law
The Executive initiates proceedings against those who violate the law.
The judiciary holds proceedings to determine guilt or innocence.
State the two factors which have consistently affected prison operation? - CORRECT
ANSWER a. Lack of funds
b. Overcrowding
List 9 types of sentences? - CORRECT ANSWER Fines/court costs
Community service
Restitution
County jail
Probation
Indeterminate prison sentence
Determinate (flat) prison sentence
Mandatory life sentence
Non-mandatory life sentence
State the degree to which a prisoner's constitutional rights may be restricted? - CORRECT
ANSWER Only to the degree justified by important substantial government interests.
, Lists 7 ways to avoid litigation? - CORRECT ANSWER 1.Review policies and
procedures
2.Follow policy and procedure
3.maintain good records
4.Report and document all unusual occurrences
5.Take prompt action if policy or procedure is violated or ignored
6.When in doubt about what to do, ask a supervisor or higher authority
7.Do not be Deliberately indifferent
Public Relations? - CORRECT ANSWER The business of fostering public good will.
Define stress? - CORRECT ANSWER any demand placed on a human being. It is an
internal reaction to an external stimulus. It is neither good nor bad, just there.
Top stressors in a correctional environment? - CORRECT
ANSWER Manager/employee relation
Environment
Prisoner/staff conflict
Para-military structure
Promotion opportunities
Lack of accountability/ inconsistent employee discipline
Workplace apathy
Thanklessness of the job
Role conflict
Lack of positive performance feedback
Staff/Staff conflict
Emotional reactions to stress? - CORRECT ANSWER Anxiety
Anger
Depression
