Question 1

patrol evolved from military antecedents and comprises some of the oldest and most varied police units in the United States.

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Question 2

Speeding is often the chief concern of many community groups.

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Many community groups are concerned about speeding because it can lead to accidents and endanger pedestrians and other drivers.

Question 3

Even though some jurisdictions are installing cameras at traffic light locations, the violation of running a red light must still be witnessed by a police officer or other official designated by the jurisdictional court by viewing the video or photos of the violation.

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The passage states that the violation must still be witnessed by a police officer or other official designated by the jurisdictional court by viewing the video or photos of the violation.

Question 4

In a recent study, there was no difference between citizen-officer contact when using bike patrols versus automobile patrols.

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Studies have shown that bike patrols can increase citizen-officer contact and improve community relations compared to automobile patrols. This is because officers on bikes are more approachable and can more easily interact with the community.

Question 5

List and describe the primary responsibilities of patrol. Give priorities, if any.

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Question 6

When the officer has an ulterior motive for a stop, this is called a dual motive stop or a___________________.

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Question 7

The Department of Natural Resources frequently uses ATVs as a mode of transportation.

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The Department of Natural Resources often uses ATVs, also known as all-terrain vehicles, to access remote areas and perform tasks such as checking on wildlife, monitoring trails, and conducting research.

Question 8

In law enforcement agencies where the department operates primarily in response to calls for service, this is known as____________policing.

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Question 9

Geographic information systems is a form of _________________________.

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Question 10

_______________, in which two officers patrol together in a single squad, is a strategy used by many big metropolitan cities.

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Question 11

TZD is modeled after the Swedish approach to road safety known as Vision Zero, which is based on this simple principle: No loss of life is acceptable.

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TZD is indeed based on the principle of Vision Zero, which seeks to reduce and ultimately eliminate fatal and serious injury crashes on roads.

Question 12

is typically used when a specific type of crime has occurred several times in a certain area, or if there is a high probability that a crime might occur.

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Question 13

Regarding drinking and driving, "BAC" stands for ______________________________________________________.

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Question 14

In Michigan Department of State Police v. Sitz (1990), the Supreme Court ruled that________________________  are constitutional because the states have a "substantial interest" in keeping intoxicated drivers off the roads.

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Question 15

Discuss the importance of traffic enforcement and list and discuss current methods used.

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Question 16

New York enacted the first ______________________law that stated that anyone driving a motor vehicle is deemed to have consented to a chemical blood test if they are arrested for intoxicated driving.

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Question 17

Segways are a traditional form of patrol that have only recently been brought back into practice.

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Segways are a modern invention, first introduced in 2001, and not a traditional form of patrol.

Question 18

____________________is a traffic offense or combination of offenses such as following too closely, speeding, unsafe lane changes, failure to signal, and other forms of negligent or inconsiderate driving.

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Question 19

Combination patrols provide the most versatile approach to preventing or deterring crime and apprehending criminals.

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Combination patrols involve a mix of foot, bicycle, and vehicle patrols, providing a more proactive and adaptable response to criminal activity. This approach allows officers to utilize the advantages of each mode of transportation and respond to situations quickly and effectively. Therefore, they are the most versatile approach to preventing or deterring crime and apprehending criminals.

Question 20

Foot patrol programs will be as varied as the communities in which they occur.

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Foot patrol programs will need to adapt to the individual needs and characteristics of each community, and therefore will not be uniform in their implementation.

Quiz 6: Patrol the Backbone of Policing