Minnesota POST Test | Verified Q&A
Review | Graded A+
• Format of the Exam . Answer: The multiple-choice computer-based
exam contains approximately 150 questions focused on: core
competencies; foundational knowledge; performance of peace officer
duties and tasks; and tools, techniques, and tactics.
• Exam Duration . Answer: Applicants are allotted 3.5 hours to complete
the exam.
• Exam Location . Answer: The in-person exam may be taken in
Minnesota or at select sites in other states.
• Passing Requirement . Answer: Applicants must correctly answer at
least 70% of the questions to pass the exam.
• Exam Rules . Answer: When taking the exam, applicants must not
have any personal items with them, including any electronics,
documents, notes, or anything else that may assist with selecting the
correct answers.
• Results Availability . Answer: Exam results are available immediately
after exam completion.
,• Failure Policy . Answer: Applicants who do not obtain a passing score
will receive exam results showing how well they answered questions.
The results are broken down into categories and topics.
• Remedial Plan Requirement . Answer: If an applicant has failed to pass
the exam after three attempts, the applicant will be required to develop
and complete a remedial plan before being permitted to take the exam
again.
• Recommended Resources . Answer: While preparing for the exam, it is
recommended to review the PPOE Program - Learning Objectives and
Minnesota statutes and rules found on the Office of the Revisor of
Statutes website.
• Petty Misdemeanor . Answer: A minor offense with a maximum fine
of $300; no jail time (MSS 609.02, subd. 4a).
• Misdemeanor . Answer: An offense with a maximum penalty of 90
days in jail and/or a $1,000 fine (MSS 609.02, subd. 2).
• Gross Misdemeanor . Answer: An offense with a maximum penalty of
1 year in jail and/or a $3,000 fine (MSS 609.02, subd. 3).
• Felony . Answer: A serious offense with penalties that can include
imprisonment exceeding 1 year and fines, varying by degree (MSS
609.02, subd. 2).
, • First Amendment . Answer: Protects freedom of speech, religion,
press, assembly, and the right to petition the government; relevant to law
enforcement in managing protests and ensuring free expression (U.S.
Const. amend. I).
• Second Amendment . Answer: Guarantees the right to keep and bear
arms; impacts law enforcement interactions involving firearms and self-
defense claims (U.S. Const. amend. II).
• Fourth Amendment . Answer: Protects people from unreasonable
searches and seizures by the government; requires warrants based on
probable cause (U.S. Const. amend. IV).
• Fifth Amendment . Answer: Guarantees protection against self-
incrimination and double jeopardy; mandates Miranda rights during
custodial interrogation (U.S. Const. amend. V).
• Sixth Amendment . Answer: Ensures the right to a speedy trial, an
impartial jury, and legal counsel; critical for arrest and court procedures
(U.S. Const. amend. VI).
• Eighth Amendment . Answer: Prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines,
and cruel and unusual punishment; relevant to use of force and detention
conditions (U.S. Const. amend. VIII).
Review | Graded A+
• Format of the Exam . Answer: The multiple-choice computer-based
exam contains approximately 150 questions focused on: core
competencies; foundational knowledge; performance of peace officer
duties and tasks; and tools, techniques, and tactics.
• Exam Duration . Answer: Applicants are allotted 3.5 hours to complete
the exam.
• Exam Location . Answer: The in-person exam may be taken in
Minnesota or at select sites in other states.
• Passing Requirement . Answer: Applicants must correctly answer at
least 70% of the questions to pass the exam.
• Exam Rules . Answer: When taking the exam, applicants must not
have any personal items with them, including any electronics,
documents, notes, or anything else that may assist with selecting the
correct answers.
• Results Availability . Answer: Exam results are available immediately
after exam completion.
,• Failure Policy . Answer: Applicants who do not obtain a passing score
will receive exam results showing how well they answered questions.
The results are broken down into categories and topics.
• Remedial Plan Requirement . Answer: If an applicant has failed to pass
the exam after three attempts, the applicant will be required to develop
and complete a remedial plan before being permitted to take the exam
again.
• Recommended Resources . Answer: While preparing for the exam, it is
recommended to review the PPOE Program - Learning Objectives and
Minnesota statutes and rules found on the Office of the Revisor of
Statutes website.
• Petty Misdemeanor . Answer: A minor offense with a maximum fine
of $300; no jail time (MSS 609.02, subd. 4a).
• Misdemeanor . Answer: An offense with a maximum penalty of 90
days in jail and/or a $1,000 fine (MSS 609.02, subd. 2).
• Gross Misdemeanor . Answer: An offense with a maximum penalty of
1 year in jail and/or a $3,000 fine (MSS 609.02, subd. 3).
• Felony . Answer: A serious offense with penalties that can include
imprisonment exceeding 1 year and fines, varying by degree (MSS
609.02, subd. 2).
, • First Amendment . Answer: Protects freedom of speech, religion,
press, assembly, and the right to petition the government; relevant to law
enforcement in managing protests and ensuring free expression (U.S.
Const. amend. I).
• Second Amendment . Answer: Guarantees the right to keep and bear
arms; impacts law enforcement interactions involving firearms and self-
defense claims (U.S. Const. amend. II).
• Fourth Amendment . Answer: Protects people from unreasonable
searches and seizures by the government; requires warrants based on
probable cause (U.S. Const. amend. IV).
• Fifth Amendment . Answer: Guarantees protection against self-
incrimination and double jeopardy; mandates Miranda rights during
custodial interrogation (U.S. Const. amend. V).
• Sixth Amendment . Answer: Ensures the right to a speedy trial, an
impartial jury, and legal counsel; critical for arrest and court procedures
(U.S. Const. amend. VI).
• Eighth Amendment . Answer: Prohibits excessive bail, excessive fines,
and cruel and unusual punishment; relevant to use of force and detention
conditions (U.S. Const. amend. VIII).
