AOC/POC EXAM 107 QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
SOLUTIONS, GRADED A+
Define evidence-based practice Answer - Objective, balanced, and responsible
use of current research and the best available data to guide policy and practice
(supervision) decisions such that overcomes for probationers are improved.
Why are assessments the foundation of EBP? Answer - To reduce recidivism,
research reveals justice involved individuals should be assessed to identify their
risk to reoffend (Risk); identify criminogenic needs (Needs); and determine the
most effective mode of intervention (Responsivity).
What evidence-based principle involves matching a probationers type of
treatment to their needs? Answer - Responsivity - identifies the HOW
treatment and intervention should be delivered.
What percentage of a medium high to high risk probationers time should be
structured? Answer - Structure 40 to 70% of medium high and high risk
probationers time.
Name and briefly define the two types of risk factors. Which type can be
changed through appropriate interventions? Answer - Static Factor- are
consistent or historical and CANNOT BE CHANGED or can only increase such as
age, gender, number of prior arrest, prior convictions, age at first arrest and
alcohol/substance abuse history.
,Dynamic Factor- characteristics, statistically correlated with greater likelihood
of recidivism that CAN CHANGE through appropriate intervention such as
attitude, substance abuse, anger management
Be familiar with the code of conduct for judicial employees Answer - Judicial
employee should maintain the dignity of the traditionary at all times and avoid
both impropriety and The appearance of impropriety. They should aspire at all
times to conduct that ensures the greatest possible public confidence in their
independence, impartiality, integrity and competence.
Of the three definitions of ethics be familiar with the definition dealing with
professionalism. Answer - The principles of right contact with reference to a
specific profession, mode of life etc.
List the universal ethical values Answer - Honesty
integrity
promise keeping
fidelity/loyalty
fairness
caring for others
respect for others
responsible citizenship
pursuit of excellence
accountability
What are the primary goals of adult and juvenile probation Answer -
Protection of the community
Rehabilitation of the offender
, Be able to locate and be familiar with the powers duties and responsibilities of
juvenile and adult probation officers. Answer - Adult title 12-2 53
juvenile title 8-205
What is the presumption prison term for a class three felony dangerous first
offense? Answer - 7.5
For the possession of PCP to be considered over the threshold amount how
much PCP must be found in the defendants possession Answer - 4 g or 50 mL
A person has been convicted of a class three felony dangerous offense with two
historical priors. what is the maximum term for imprisonment that defendant
can receive? Answer - 25 years
Where do you find aggravating and mitigating circumstances affecting
sentencing? Answer - Aggravating 13-701(D)
Mitigating 13- 701(E)
What statue defines a juvenile as a "chronic (felony) offender?" Answer - 13-
501(H)(2)
According to rules of criminal procedure what must happen to a defendant
who was arrested on Sunday at 6 PM but didn't appear before a magistrate
until Tuesday at 8 AM because the Columbus day holiday break? Answer - They
must be released if their initial appearance does not occur within 24 hours
A defendant has been released by order of the court prior to trial and must
follow certain conditions; for example, appearing to answer, refrain from
committing a new offense, not leave the state and other conditions. where is
this found? Answer - Rule 7.3
SOLUTIONS, GRADED A+
Define evidence-based practice Answer - Objective, balanced, and responsible
use of current research and the best available data to guide policy and practice
(supervision) decisions such that overcomes for probationers are improved.
Why are assessments the foundation of EBP? Answer - To reduce recidivism,
research reveals justice involved individuals should be assessed to identify their
risk to reoffend (Risk); identify criminogenic needs (Needs); and determine the
most effective mode of intervention (Responsivity).
What evidence-based principle involves matching a probationers type of
treatment to their needs? Answer - Responsivity - identifies the HOW
treatment and intervention should be delivered.
What percentage of a medium high to high risk probationers time should be
structured? Answer - Structure 40 to 70% of medium high and high risk
probationers time.
Name and briefly define the two types of risk factors. Which type can be
changed through appropriate interventions? Answer - Static Factor- are
consistent or historical and CANNOT BE CHANGED or can only increase such as
age, gender, number of prior arrest, prior convictions, age at first arrest and
alcohol/substance abuse history.
,Dynamic Factor- characteristics, statistically correlated with greater likelihood
of recidivism that CAN CHANGE through appropriate intervention such as
attitude, substance abuse, anger management
Be familiar with the code of conduct for judicial employees Answer - Judicial
employee should maintain the dignity of the traditionary at all times and avoid
both impropriety and The appearance of impropriety. They should aspire at all
times to conduct that ensures the greatest possible public confidence in their
independence, impartiality, integrity and competence.
Of the three definitions of ethics be familiar with the definition dealing with
professionalism. Answer - The principles of right contact with reference to a
specific profession, mode of life etc.
List the universal ethical values Answer - Honesty
integrity
promise keeping
fidelity/loyalty
fairness
caring for others
respect for others
responsible citizenship
pursuit of excellence
accountability
What are the primary goals of adult and juvenile probation Answer -
Protection of the community
Rehabilitation of the offender
, Be able to locate and be familiar with the powers duties and responsibilities of
juvenile and adult probation officers. Answer - Adult title 12-2 53
juvenile title 8-205
What is the presumption prison term for a class three felony dangerous first
offense? Answer - 7.5
For the possession of PCP to be considered over the threshold amount how
much PCP must be found in the defendants possession Answer - 4 g or 50 mL
A person has been convicted of a class three felony dangerous offense with two
historical priors. what is the maximum term for imprisonment that defendant
can receive? Answer - 25 years
Where do you find aggravating and mitigating circumstances affecting
sentencing? Answer - Aggravating 13-701(D)
Mitigating 13- 701(E)
What statue defines a juvenile as a "chronic (felony) offender?" Answer - 13-
501(H)(2)
According to rules of criminal procedure what must happen to a defendant
who was arrested on Sunday at 6 PM but didn't appear before a magistrate
until Tuesday at 8 AM because the Columbus day holiday break? Answer - They
must be released if their initial appearance does not occur within 24 hours
A defendant has been released by order of the court prior to trial and must
follow certain conditions; for example, appearing to answer, refrain from
committing a new offense, not leave the state and other conditions. where is
this found? Answer - Rule 7.3
