[center][b][size=90]Los Santos Police Department[/size]
[size=110]DETECTIVE EXAM[/size][/b][/center]
[size=85][b]NOTE:[/b] Please mark the box or boxes appropriate to the answers with [b]an X in black ink[/b]. If these boxes are not marked as such your answer will not be counted and your score will be lowered. This examination must not be distributed, discussed or passed around regardless of rank or status within the department.[/size]

[size=85][b]LAST NAME[/b][/size] Hudson
[size=85][b]FIRST NAME[/b][/size] Colton
[size=85][b]SERIAL NO.[/b][/size] 65432
[size=85][b]DATE[/b][/size] 7th January 2017

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[b][size=125]SECTION 1:[/size] INVESTIGATIONS AND OPERATIONS[/b]
[b][i]Questions [u]1-5[/u] test your understanding of the Detective Manual's sections on investigative policy and operational procedure. Read the question carefully and choose the best answer.[/i][/b]

1. What are the three types of investigations?
[list][-] a) Criminal, intelligence, and administrative.
[-] b) Preliminary, immediate follow-up, and long term follow-up.
[-] c) Preliminary criminal, preliminary intelligence, and follow-up.
[X] d) Preliminary, follow-up, and intelligence.[/list]
2. Which type of crime should a detective conduct a preliminary investigation of?
[list][-] a) Robbery.
[-] b) Battery.
[-] c) Attempted murder.
[X] d) Any of the above when the victim is seriously injured.[/list]
3. Which of the following does not meet the definition of an informant?
[list][-] a) A person who is given specific direction by an officer in an attempt to secure information.
[X] b) A defendant charged in a criminal case who provides information on a co-defendant.
[-] c) A person who requests compensation in exchange for information.
[-] d) A person requests leniency in a pending criminal matter in exchange for information.[/list]
4. Which of the following is not a type of technical investigation?
[list][-] a) Photography.
[-] b) Latent print development.
[X] c) DNA collection.
[-] d) Tire impression collection.[/list]
5. Which of the following statements is false?
[list][X] a) Detectives should patrol in undercover cars.
[-] b) Detectives should only respond to 911 calls when there is an immediate risk to public safety.
[-] c) Detectives are not required to broadcast most types of radio messages.
[-] d) Detectives should not respond to non-emergency requests for assistance.[/list]

[b][size=125]SECTION 2:[/size] INVESTIGATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES[/b]
[i][b]Questions [u]6-10[/u] test your understanding of the Detective Manual's sections on the different types of investigative units and the responsibilities of those units. Read the question carefully and choose the best answer.[/b][/i]

6. Which unit(s) would be responsible for investigating a robbery committed by a gang member?
[list][-] a) Major Crimes Division.
[X] b) Gang Impact Team.
[-] c) Robbery-Homicide Division.
[-] d) Gang and Narcotics Division.[/list]
7. Which unit(s) would be responsible for investigating a kidnapping where the victim was able to escape?
[list][X] a) Major Crimes Division.
[-] b) Gang Impact Team.
[-] c) Robbery-Homicide Division.
[-] d) Major Crimes Division.[/list]
8. Which unit would be responsible for investigating the unlicensed sale of a firearm?
[list][-] a)  Robbery-Homicide Division.
[-] b) Gang Impact Team.
[-] c) Gang and Narcotics Division.
[X] d) Major Crimes Division.[/list]
9. Which unit(s) would be responsible for investigating an attempted murder?
[list][-] a) Gang Impact Team.
[X] b) Robbery-Homicide Division.
[-] c) Gang and Narcotics Division.
[-] d) Major Crimes Division.[/list]
10. Which of the following division(s) are/is allowed to use electronic surveillance equipment?
[list][X] a) Major Crimes Division.
[-] b) Gang Impact Team.
[X] c) Robbery-Homicide Division.
[X] d) Gang and Narcotics Division.[/list]

[b][size=125]SECTION 3:[/size] WRITTEN EXPRESSION[/b]
[i][b]Questions [u]11-15[/u] measure your knowledge of standard English grammar, punctuation, spelling, and usage. Read each statement and determine the number or location of grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors, if any, found in the statement.[/b][/i]

11. [color=red]By looking at the crime map,[/color] [color=blue]I can see who's district[/color] [color=green]has the most violent crimes.[/color]
[list][-] a) There is an error in the [color=red][b]red[/b][/color] section.
[X] b) There is an error in the [color=blue][b]blue[/b][/color] section.
[-] c) There is an error in the [color=green][b]green[/b][/color] section
[-] d) There is [b]no[/b] error in the sentence.[/list]
12. [color=red]The new law affected the policy[/color] [color=blue]of all departments,[/color] [color=green]especially the Police department.[/color]
[list][-] a) There is an error in the [color=red][b]red[/b][/color] section.
[-] b) There is an error in the [color=blue][b]blue[/b][/color] section.
[X] c) There is an error in the [color=green][b]green[/b][/color] section
[-] d) There is [b]no[/b] error in the sentence.[/list]
13. [color=red]We, the citizens of Los Santos,[/color] [color=blue]was opposed to the building[/color] [color=green]of the new freeway.[/color]
[list][-] a) There is an error in the [color=red][b]red[/b][/color] section.
[X] b) There is an error in the [color=blue][b]blue[/b][/color] section.
[-] c) There is an error in the [color=green][b]green[/b][/color] section
[-] d) There is [b]no[/b] error in the sentence.[/list]
14. There going to implement the changes once they could get permission.
[list][-] a) There are [b]NO[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.
[-] b) There is [b]ONE[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.
[X] c) There are [b]TWO[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.
[-] d) There are [b]THREE[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.[/list]
15. Specific information regarding permits and licenses are available on our website.
[list][-] a) There are [b]NO[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.
[X] b) There is [b]ONE[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.
[-] c) There are [b]TWO[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.
[-] d) There are [b]THREE[/b] grammar, punctuation, and/or word usage errors.[/list]

[b][size=125]SECTION 4:[/size] READING COMPREHENSION[/b]
[i][b]Questions [u]16-20[/u] measure your ability to comprehend written materials. For each question, carefully read the passage and choose the best answer to the question. Base your answers only on the information provided.[/b][/i]

16. It is hard for computers to make mistakes but but easy for computer programmers. Last year, inspectors conducted an investigation that concluded that price scanners in retail and grocery stores were overcharging more than one out of two items purchased. In order to protect consumers, a law was passed that increased the number of inspectors assigned to ensure scanners are accurate, set up a hotline for consumers to report scanner inaccuracies, and required that stores post the hotline number near the cashier's desk. Under the new law, if a store repeatedly overcharges consumers, they must post a notice of any cited violations at the front of the store. According to the passage,
[list][-] a) The new law requires stores to post a notice of any cited violations where they are visible.
[-] b) Price scanners have recently become more inaccurate, resulting in more consumers being overcharged.
[X] c) During an investigation last year, inspectors were overcharged more times than they were correctly charged.
[-] d) More inspectors have been hired to deal with the increased number of stores that overcharge customers.[/list]
17. Child Protective Services (CPS), in addition to its responsibility to investigate allegations of child abuse and neglect, serves as an advocate and problem solver for children placed in group homes. Children are encouraged to call or email CPS who will conduct an investigation of the issues they raise if needed and provide assistance in resolution of problems. Conversations between CPS and children are confidential. According to the information provided,
[list][-] a) If CPS receives an anonymous letter, they will not investigate it.
[-] b) Children in group homes should go to CPS for assistance with problems.
[-] c) Children must notify CPS if they want their complaints to remain confidential.
[X] d) CPS is responsible for mediating any investigations of issues that merit their attention.[/list]
18. The Los Santos Fire Department (LSFD) is responsible for fire prevention and protection across a wide variety of geographical areas and types including mountains, deserts, towns, and cities. Climate in these areas varies from coastal subtropical to semi-arid. For planning purposes, these regions are categorized as urban, urban-rural, rural, or wildland. The LSFD provides assistance to any jurisdiction that requires it, regardless of political or infrastructural boundaries. The LSFD provides service to a diverse socio-economic and multi-ethnic citizenry. Based on the information provided,
[list][-] a) Populated areas are classified as towns or cities based on size.
[-] b) The LSFD's policy and procedures are developed to serve a unique and diverse population.
[-] c) Areas with mountains require more complex fire prevention programs than other regions.
[X] d) The types of areas that the LSFD serves are divided into categories for planning purposes.[/list]
19. The Gang and Narcotics Division (GND) conducts investigations of major narcotics trafficking and narcotics trafficking organizations, and provides support to Area Gang Impact Teams. In addition, they target significant street gangs for prosecution and removal. They conduct intelligence investigations, develop confidential sources, conduct surveillance, engage in undercover narcotics investigations, and obtain and serve search warrants. GND also conducts narcotics training programs for officers and detectives. As part of their duties, and as a result of their investigations, they are required to testify in both criminal and civil court cases. Because of the nexus between narcotics and gangs, GND works closely with Area Gang Impact Teams, as well as other internal units and external agencies. According to the passage, the Gang and Narcotics Division
[list][-] a) Testifies in court at the conclusion of each investigation.
[-] b) Directs the activities of Area Gang Impact Teams.
[-] c) Uses actual investigations as examples when they provide training on narcotics.
[X] d) Conducts investigations independently and jointly with other entities as required.[/list]
20. Police officers are sworn employees who receive special training to carry out their duties as enforcers of the law. Their responsibilities are wide-ranging and include direct involvement with citizens and criminals. Police officers are highly motivated, skilled, and caring individuals who dedicate their lives to serve their community. Police officers are an integral part of government and society. From the passage, it can be inferred that
[list][-] a) Experienced police officers supervise newer police officers.
[-] b) Direct involvement with citizens and criminals is the primary responsibility of a police officer.
[X] c) Individuals who become police officers have a desire to serve the community.
[-] d) Police officers are able to act independently once they have been properly trained.[/list]

[b][size=125]SECTION 5:[/size] CRIMINAL LAW [/b]
[i][b]Questions [u]21-25[/u] measure your knowledge of state and federal criminal law as applied to investigative elements of law enforcement. Read the question carefully and choose the best answer.[/b][/i]

21. What is probable cause not required for?
[list][-] a) Search.
[-] b) Arrest.
[X] c) Detention.
[-] d) A warrant.[/list]
22. Suspects should be given their Miranda Rights when:
[list][X] a) They are going to be questioned about a crime.
[-] b) They are going to be asked any questions.
[-] c) They are detained.
[-] d) They are arrested.[/list]
23. A person who takes less than $2,500 from the possession of another against their will by means of force is guilty of:
[list][X] a) Petty theft.
[-] b) Theft.
[-] c) Robbery.
[-] d) Armed robbery.[/list]
24. A man gets into an argument with a woman. The argument escalates into a physical fight. During the fight, the man smashes a bottle over the woman's head. The bottle cuts an artery and the woman bleeds to death. The man in this scenario committed:
[list][-] a) No crime.
[-] b) Mutual combat.
[X] c) Manslaughter.
[-] d) Murder.[/list]
25. A woman gets into an argument with a man. During the argument, the woman pulls out a gun. She shoots the man in the arm and says, "That will teach you a lesson!" The woman in this scenario committed:
[list][-] a) Brandishing a firearm.
[-] b) Weapons discharge violation.
[-] c) Aggravated battery.
[X] d) Attempted murder.[/list]