TCOLE Jailer Exam Questions with 100%
Correct Answers
Who Classifies as special inmates
road crew, trustee, inmate worker
Know about HEP and HIV
the most common transferable by contact with body fluids
Know how and when to distribute Commissary items
count each item
have them sign
dont give anything out on credit
What info is required when transferring inmate to TDCJ?
Know who are classified as "special visitors"
An Attorney, Bondsman, or Clergy
How many sets of facility keys for emergency? Who can make facility keys?
Know writs (attachment, commitment, detainer, capias, capias pro fine)
Know privileged mail & procedures
Privileged mail must only be opened in front of the inmate
Know grievance procedures
Grievances should always be given
submitted
brought before a board that does not include staff on the floor (sometimes civilians)
Know the "point additive scale" classifications ( minimum, etc...)
Know how often inmates must be allowed to shower
Each inmate shall be given the opportunity to shower at least every other day or more often if
possible. Inmates on work assignments and those making court appearances shall be given an
opportunity to shower daily
5th Amendment
The Right to Remain Silent/Double Jeopardy, right to due process
6th Amendment
The right to a Speedy Trial by jury, representation by an attorney for an accused person
, 8th Amendment
No cruel or unusual punishment
14th Amendment
Declares that all persons born in the U.S. are citizens and are guaranteed equal protection of the laws
Who is responsible for inmate's medical bill?
Owner/Operator
Know maximum inmate work hours per week
Inmates should not be required to work more than 48 hours unless in the case of an emergency
Know inmate phone call procedures (how many and when)
Upon arrival inmate receives 2 free phone calls in the first 4 hours
after that point only privileged phone calls are free
TCJS rule 275.1 requires face-to-face observation of inmates, at least every _____ and, if suicidal or
assaultive every _____.
Hour, 30 mins
What power does the Texas Ethics Commission have? (4.1.4)
Undertake civil enforcement actions on its own motion or in response to a sworn complaint, hold
enforcement hearings, issue orders, and impose civil penalties
The power to be subpoena and the power to investigate
Which chapter of the Texas Administrative Code Part 7 lists the requirements for inclusion on the
Memorial Monument? (2.1.13)
Code 229
What does NOT fall under vicarious liability?
Inmates hurting other inmates
___________ is the unauthorized departure from custody or failure to return to custody following
temporary leave for a specific purpose or limited period or leave. (11.1.2)
An escape
For major infractions, disciplinary separation can be given for up to ___________ days. (11.4.3)
30 days
If family violence is involved, the department can detain the inmate for ____ hours. The Magistrate
can detain the inmate for an additional period not to exceed ____ hours. (13.4.11)
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Correct Answers
Who Classifies as special inmates
road crew, trustee, inmate worker
Know about HEP and HIV
the most common transferable by contact with body fluids
Know how and when to distribute Commissary items
count each item
have them sign
dont give anything out on credit
What info is required when transferring inmate to TDCJ?
Know who are classified as "special visitors"
An Attorney, Bondsman, or Clergy
How many sets of facility keys for emergency? Who can make facility keys?
Know writs (attachment, commitment, detainer, capias, capias pro fine)
Know privileged mail & procedures
Privileged mail must only be opened in front of the inmate
Know grievance procedures
Grievances should always be given
submitted
brought before a board that does not include staff on the floor (sometimes civilians)
Know the "point additive scale" classifications ( minimum, etc...)
Know how often inmates must be allowed to shower
Each inmate shall be given the opportunity to shower at least every other day or more often if
possible. Inmates on work assignments and those making court appearances shall be given an
opportunity to shower daily
5th Amendment
The Right to Remain Silent/Double Jeopardy, right to due process
6th Amendment
The right to a Speedy Trial by jury, representation by an attorney for an accused person
, 8th Amendment
No cruel or unusual punishment
14th Amendment
Declares that all persons born in the U.S. are citizens and are guaranteed equal protection of the laws
Who is responsible for inmate's medical bill?
Owner/Operator
Know maximum inmate work hours per week
Inmates should not be required to work more than 48 hours unless in the case of an emergency
Know inmate phone call procedures (how many and when)
Upon arrival inmate receives 2 free phone calls in the first 4 hours
after that point only privileged phone calls are free
TCJS rule 275.1 requires face-to-face observation of inmates, at least every _____ and, if suicidal or
assaultive every _____.
Hour, 30 mins
What power does the Texas Ethics Commission have? (4.1.4)
Undertake civil enforcement actions on its own motion or in response to a sworn complaint, hold
enforcement hearings, issue orders, and impose civil penalties
The power to be subpoena and the power to investigate
Which chapter of the Texas Administrative Code Part 7 lists the requirements for inclusion on the
Memorial Monument? (2.1.13)
Code 229
What does NOT fall under vicarious liability?
Inmates hurting other inmates
___________ is the unauthorized departure from custody or failure to return to custody following
temporary leave for a specific purpose or limited period or leave. (11.1.2)
An escape
For major infractions, disciplinary separation can be given for up to ___________ days. (11.4.3)
30 days
If family violence is involved, the department can detain the inmate for ____ hours. The Magistrate
can detain the inmate for an additional period not to exceed ____ hours. (13.4.11)
4, 48
