Most agencies records systems contain the originals of police reports that are retained for how long?

a. Three to five years
b. One to two years
c. Five to ten years
d. Six months


b

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What pillar of procedural justice does the creation of a nationwide database that tracks officer-involved shootings in the United States seek to support?

A. fairness to all B. voice C. openness of process D. impartiality

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Which of the following is true regarding police corruption?

a. Police corruption arises from cultural roots similar to those motivating heroism. b. Police corruption arises from structural roots similar to those motivating brutality. c. Police corruption arises from institutional roots similar to those motivating morality. d. Police corruption arises from historical roots similar to those motivating racism.

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Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1) Anatomically correct dolls are a helpful tool for a variety of reasons. They can be used by the child to demonstrate what occurred and break down any language barriers. 2) Keyboards are essential tools to have available in all interview rooms. They can be used to build rapport, estimate the child’s development stage and gives some control to the child. 3) Credibility refers to the believability of the witness or victim. 4) During the investigation of suspected child abuse, the most likely source of information will come from the witnesses. 5) Competency is a preliminary question of law that a judge must decide before a witness is permitted to testify. One aspect of the determination hinges on whether the child can recall events, separate fact from fantasy, and maintain those memories independently without being influenced by others.

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After arrest, Jackson will be in what stage of the criminal justice process while the officer searches his home for more evidence?

a. Initial contact b. Booking c. Custody d. Holding

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