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1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Answer: -Introduced in 1954 and is a unique
number that is assigned to each vehicle and that identifies certain vehicle characteristics.
2. What may patrol officers utilize to as a reference guide to
deciphering the VIN structure? Answer: -Auto identification digital activity log & the
zfinest system
3. What are some signs that a VIN has been tampered? Answer: -Obvious
alterations
-A scratched or bent plate
-crooked
-damaged
-paper or other material is covering the VIN
4. If there is an object obstructing the view of the VIN what should
the officer do? Answer: -Ask the driver to move the object in order to view it
-An oflcer may never do so themselves without probable cause
5. Illegal Possession of a Vehicle Identification Number- Felony
Answer: -When a person knowingly Alters a VIN plate or possesses such a plate that has been
removed from a vehicle or vehicle part illegally
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-This charge is always a felony
6. Who can you confirm with to verify the validity of a VIN? Answer: -A
member of your command who has been trained by the auto crime division, a local borough auto
larceny unit, or contact the auto crime division directly
7. What are check points used for? Answer: -Inquiry into vehicle and or driver
documentation
-Driving under the influence
-Any emergency exceptions
8. What is combat auto theft (CAT) Answer: -Allows members to register their vehicle with
NYPD to protect from being stolen
-Allows police oflcers to stop the vehicle if seen in operation between 10 :00Pm-6 r:00Am and 9r:00pm-
5 :00am for commercial or contractor vehicles
9. What is the VIN etching program? Answer: -Entails police oflcers etching a VIN onto
its windows to deter thieves
10. What is operation CAT scan? Answer: -Established by the auto crime unit, anti-theft
labels with serial numbers are attached directly onto high theft catalytic converters
11. Taxi/Livery Robbery Inspection Program (T.R.I.P.) Answer: -Voluntary
program implemented that enables police oflcers to authorize safety checks with taxis that display
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Police science auto
related crime 1
Comprehensive
Questions (Frequently
Tested)with Verified
Answers Graded A+
1/
20
, Contact for further consultation
1. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Answer: -Introduced in 1954 and is a unique
number that is assigned to each vehicle and that identifies certain vehicle characteristics.
2. What may patrol officers utilize to as a reference guide to
deciphering the VIN structure? Answer: -Auto identification digital activity log & the
zfinest system
3. What are some signs that a VIN has been tampered? Answer: -Obvious
alterations
-A scratched or bent plate
-crooked
-damaged
-paper or other material is covering the VIN
4. If there is an object obstructing the view of the VIN what should
the officer do? Answer: -Ask the driver to move the object in order to view it
-An oflcer may never do so themselves without probable cause
5. Illegal Possession of a Vehicle Identification Number- Felony
Answer: -When a person knowingly Alters a VIN plate or possesses such a plate that has been
removed from a vehicle or vehicle part illegally
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-This charge is always a felony
6. Who can you confirm with to verify the validity of a VIN? Answer: -A
member of your command who has been trained by the auto crime division, a local borough auto
larceny unit, or contact the auto crime division directly
7. What are check points used for? Answer: -Inquiry into vehicle and or driver
documentation
-Driving under the influence
-Any emergency exceptions
8. What is combat auto theft (CAT) Answer: -Allows members to register their vehicle with
NYPD to protect from being stolen
-Allows police oflcers to stop the vehicle if seen in operation between 10 :00Pm-6 r:00Am and 9r:00pm-
5 :00am for commercial or contractor vehicles
9. What is the VIN etching program? Answer: -Entails police oflcers etching a VIN onto
its windows to deter thieves
10. What is operation CAT scan? Answer: -Established by the auto crime unit, anti-theft
labels with serial numbers are attached directly onto high theft catalytic converters
11. Taxi/Livery Robbery Inspection Program (T.R.I.P.) Answer: -Voluntary
program implemented that enables police oflcers to authorize safety checks with taxis that display
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