BLET TEST |348 questions| with correct answers.
Each officer has the responsibility of having high personal and professional standards
*The actions of the individual officer reflect on all law enforcement
*Law enforcement is a pedestal profession
*Citizens forget that LEOs are just as human as the general public
Morality
the measure of conduct & ethics; refers to an individuals behavior
Humans have the capacity of _____ and can thus be judged by their actions
choice
Professional Ethics
having to abide by the "rules" of society in which you work
Professionalism
considered the most important moral parameter for all LEOs
Influences on behavior:
a) Immediate family (upbringing, concerned abt decisions affecting family)
b) Church (religious beliefs)
c) Neighborhood (friends, economic status)
d) School
e) City/Nation (societal norms)
Each society has its own set of rules by which the society members are expected
to abide (aka "norms")
Don't make hasty decisions
a) Examine all the alternatives
b) Look for the BEST solution, the one which will do the most good
c) Predict all the consequences of an action
d) Make sure the solution is legal
e) Determine if the solution is morally right
The uniform of a LEO does not automatically guarantee respect
An officer must earn respect from coworkers & citizens
Factors of Professionalism
a) Attitude
b) Ethical conduct
,c) Good communication skills (verbal & nonverbal)
(d) Knowledge (education & training)
Duty
Skilled performance, commitment above personal interests, self sacrifice
A moral commitment an officer makes to his department and to the citizens the Personal interests are
secondary to duty!
Ethics
A standard of conduct & moral judgment governing an individual or a profession
Our Oaths of Office, Code of Ethics, and Canons of Ethics give us the basic guidelines to perform our
duties without jeopardizing the public's trust
It is the officer's responsibility to evaluate all the choices and then take the action which is morally and
ethically correct
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 1
The community gives us the power; we must represent everyone equally
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 2
Don't abuse or overstep your power
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 3
Be familiar with the law and your place as a LEO
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 4
Don't take shortcuts; always follow the law
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 5
Cooperate with other public officials
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 6
Lead a decent & honorable life; the way you do what you is what matters
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 7
Be respectful and unbiased
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 8
The way you talk affects how others respond to you
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 9
Do not accept gratuities, favors or bribes
,Canons of Police Ethics: Article 10
The role of the LEO is that of an impartial fact finder
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 11
Become a leader & role-model within your community
Paralanguage
approximately 35% of communication
Communication =
10% Verbal + 90% Nonverbal (paralanguage & body language)
A message is
7% verbal, 38% vocal nuances, 55% nonverbal
Intimate Zone
6 to 18 inches
Personal Zone
1 ½ to 2 ½ feet
Social Zone
4 to 12 feet
Social Zone: Close Phase
4 to 7 feet
Social Zone: Far Phase
7 to 12 feet
Public Zone
12 to 25 feet
Officers should not let people into their
personal or intimate zones
Open Body Posture
often signal a listener's understanding
Steepled fingers = confidence
Open hands/arms = acceptance
Calm facial features = understanding
Leaning forward = interest
, Closed Body Posture
Staring = dominance, aggressiveness
Crossed arms/clenched hands = indifference
Confused facial expression = misunderstanding
An officer's body language can escalate or diminish an emotionally charged situation
volatile situations can be agitated or calmed by an officer's body language
Nonassertive
behavior is passive and indirect; communicates a message of inferiority
Aggressive
behavior is more complex; communicates an impression of superiority and disrespect; violates the rights
of others
Assertive
behavior is active, direct, and honest; communicates an impression of self-respect and respect for others
Active Listening
trying to understand what the other person is saying, from his/her point of view
SPEAR
Stance - Posture - Eye Contact - Attending Behavior - Relax
Constitutional Law
the "supreme" law of the land; found in the US Constitution; protects the people from the government
(not other citizens)
Statutory Law
written law; created by legislatures; declares, commands, or prohibits something
Common Law
case law; comes from customs & practices of past times
Substantive Law
defines rights of citizens; prohibits conduct
Procedural Law
defines how substantive law can be enforced
Habeas Corpus
Each officer has the responsibility of having high personal and professional standards
*The actions of the individual officer reflect on all law enforcement
*Law enforcement is a pedestal profession
*Citizens forget that LEOs are just as human as the general public
Morality
the measure of conduct & ethics; refers to an individuals behavior
Humans have the capacity of _____ and can thus be judged by their actions
choice
Professional Ethics
having to abide by the "rules" of society in which you work
Professionalism
considered the most important moral parameter for all LEOs
Influences on behavior:
a) Immediate family (upbringing, concerned abt decisions affecting family)
b) Church (religious beliefs)
c) Neighborhood (friends, economic status)
d) School
e) City/Nation (societal norms)
Each society has its own set of rules by which the society members are expected
to abide (aka "norms")
Don't make hasty decisions
a) Examine all the alternatives
b) Look for the BEST solution, the one which will do the most good
c) Predict all the consequences of an action
d) Make sure the solution is legal
e) Determine if the solution is morally right
The uniform of a LEO does not automatically guarantee respect
An officer must earn respect from coworkers & citizens
Factors of Professionalism
a) Attitude
b) Ethical conduct
,c) Good communication skills (verbal & nonverbal)
(d) Knowledge (education & training)
Duty
Skilled performance, commitment above personal interests, self sacrifice
A moral commitment an officer makes to his department and to the citizens the Personal interests are
secondary to duty!
Ethics
A standard of conduct & moral judgment governing an individual or a profession
Our Oaths of Office, Code of Ethics, and Canons of Ethics give us the basic guidelines to perform our
duties without jeopardizing the public's trust
It is the officer's responsibility to evaluate all the choices and then take the action which is morally and
ethically correct
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 1
The community gives us the power; we must represent everyone equally
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 2
Don't abuse or overstep your power
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 3
Be familiar with the law and your place as a LEO
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 4
Don't take shortcuts; always follow the law
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 5
Cooperate with other public officials
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 6
Lead a decent & honorable life; the way you do what you is what matters
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 7
Be respectful and unbiased
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 8
The way you talk affects how others respond to you
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 9
Do not accept gratuities, favors or bribes
,Canons of Police Ethics: Article 10
The role of the LEO is that of an impartial fact finder
Canons of Police Ethics: Article 11
Become a leader & role-model within your community
Paralanguage
approximately 35% of communication
Communication =
10% Verbal + 90% Nonverbal (paralanguage & body language)
A message is
7% verbal, 38% vocal nuances, 55% nonverbal
Intimate Zone
6 to 18 inches
Personal Zone
1 ½ to 2 ½ feet
Social Zone
4 to 12 feet
Social Zone: Close Phase
4 to 7 feet
Social Zone: Far Phase
7 to 12 feet
Public Zone
12 to 25 feet
Officers should not let people into their
personal or intimate zones
Open Body Posture
often signal a listener's understanding
Steepled fingers = confidence
Open hands/arms = acceptance
Calm facial features = understanding
Leaning forward = interest
, Closed Body Posture
Staring = dominance, aggressiveness
Crossed arms/clenched hands = indifference
Confused facial expression = misunderstanding
An officer's body language can escalate or diminish an emotionally charged situation
volatile situations can be agitated or calmed by an officer's body language
Nonassertive
behavior is passive and indirect; communicates a message of inferiority
Aggressive
behavior is more complex; communicates an impression of superiority and disrespect; violates the rights
of others
Assertive
behavior is active, direct, and honest; communicates an impression of self-respect and respect for others
Active Listening
trying to understand what the other person is saying, from his/her point of view
SPEAR
Stance - Posture - Eye Contact - Attending Behavior - Relax
Constitutional Law
the "supreme" law of the land; found in the US Constitution; protects the people from the government
(not other citizens)
Statutory Law
written law; created by legislatures; declares, commands, or prohibits something
Common Law
case law; comes from customs & practices of past times
Substantive Law
defines rights of citizens; prohibits conduct
Procedural Law
defines how substantive law can be enforced
Habeas Corpus
