TCOLE Exam 1 with Questions and Answers

TCOLE Exam 1 with Questions and Answers 334. (7.1.6) The act of imagining - or of doubt or apprehension of something without proof, or on slight evidence" is Black's Law definition of: A. Probable cause. B. Suspicious circumstances. C. Reasonable doubt D. Beyond a reasonable doubt. ANSWER B. Suspicious circumstances. 335. *(7.1.6) Based on mere "suspicion", an officer may approach and question suspicious people in the area. Which of the following statements is not true regarding the field inquiry? A. Police may not lawfully demand that people identify themselves. B. People may refuse to answer any police officer questions. C. Police may be lawfully require people to identify themselves and be detained while the officer investigates. D. None of the above. ANSWER C. Police may be lawfully require people to identify themselves and be detained while the officer investigates. 336. (7.1.6) The Code of Criminal Procedure specifically states, "In case of felony, the officer may break down the door of any house for the purpose of making an arrest, if he be refused admittance ___________." A. But only after the office states "I have a valid warrant." B. But only if there is a valid emergency. C. But only if the officer is certain the owner of the house is present. D. After giving notice of his authority and purpose. ANSWER D. After giving notice of his authority and purpose.