CRIMAP - Quiz
  • 1. officers knocked, announced authority, but no one opened the door. May they force entry?
A) No, wait until daylight hours
B) No, must get a court order first
C) Yes, after notice and refusal, may use reasonable force.
D) Yes, if the suspect gives consent
  • 2. After shooting incident, which is the FIRST step for the team leader?
A) Chase the fleeing suspect immediately
B) Secure the scene and ensure everyone's safety
C) Notify media and press relations office
D) Take photographs of everything visible
  • 3. An armed suspect pointeda gun at PO10 Lee and started advancing. The officer gave a verbal warning but the suspect did not stop. May the officer fire?
A) Yes, suspect poses imminent danger of death or serious injury
B) No, suspect poses imminent danger of death or serious injury
C) No, but only after second warning OK
D) Yes, but only after second warning
  • 4. Arrested but warrant not on hand; suspect asked to see it. What must the officer do?
A) Say he will see it in the courtroom
B) Show it as soon as practicable and available
C) Decline - it is not legally required
D) State it is confidential and cannot be shown
  • 5. The prosecution wants to use a confession obtained in violation of the suspect's right to counsel. The court should:
A) Admit it if it is true
B) Exclude it only if coercion was proven
C) Admit it if there is other evidence
D) Exclude it as inadmissible evidence
  • 6. Frisk revealed hard object that felt like a gun. Found unlicensed firearm. What next?
A) Warn and release with receipt
B) Confiscate and release with warning
C) Arrest and conduct full search incident to arrest
D) Issue citation and summon later
  • 7. Search warrant valid for how many days?
A) 10 days with extention
B) 10 days from issuance
C) 10 days from receipt
D) 10 days from day 1
  • 8. Two men exchanged small items in dim light; officers approached, asked to see their hands - no suspicion. Was this lawful?
A) Yes, voluntary inquiry is permitted; search needs consent or cause
B) No, must have reasonable suspicion first
C) No, needs probable cause to approach
D) Yes, visual inspection is always allowed
  • 9. When arresting a person by virtue of a warrant, what must the officer communicate first to the person arrested?
A) Names of witnesses supporting the charge
B) Cause of arrest and existence of issued warrant
C) The name and rank of the arresting officer
D) Identity of the judge who issued the warrant
  • 10. A media reporter wants to observe. What is required?
A) Must ride inside the police vehicle
B) Any reporter from any outlet
C) Must be accredited and unarmed
D) Must be from a national station
  • 11. During custodial investigation, the police hit and threatened Pedro to make him confess. Which law strengthens the prohibition on such treatment?
A) R.A. 9165 and R.A 7438
B) R.A. 9344 and R.A 9165
C) R.A. 7438 and R.A. 9745
D) R.A 9745 and R.A 9344
  • 12. How many recording devices must be used during arrest operations?
A) One camera plus one voice recorder
B) Number depends on seriousness of offense
C) At least one functioning body-worn camera
D) Number depends on seriousness of offense
  • 13. Pedro said he could not afford a lawyer. The officer replied that none was available right then. Did the police comply?
A) Yes, they explained the situation clearly
B) Yes, if Pedro agrees to wait
C) No, but only for serious criminal cases
D) No, State must provide counsel immediately
  • 14. The warrant described the place as "John Doe's house in Barangay Pag-asa" and there are five such houses. Is this sufficient?
A) No, must particularly describe so officers can identify
B) No, must include the owner's full name
C) Yes, if John Doe is well known locally
D) Yes, barangay identification is enough
  • 15. An officer arrested Lito without a warrant. He did not tell Lito the cause of arrest because Lito started running away immediately. Is this lawful?
A) Yes, the need to inform is excused if the person flees or resists before being informed
B) No, the officer must first chase him and then explain about the cause or nature of arrest
C) No, the officer must always inform the person regardless of circumstances
D) Yes, but only if the offense is a felony
  • 16. Before detention, what medical step must be taken for the arrested person?
A) Physical or medical examination
B) Evaluation by a private doctor of choice
C) Drug and alcohol screening test
D) Psychological assessment interview
  • 17. The warrant authorized search for "stolen items and any other evidence." Is this valid?
A) No-"other evidence”is too broad and undefined
B) Yesrelated items are included by law
C) No – but can be clarified during the search
D) Yes - if connected to the same crime
  • 18. Judge issued search warrant without personally examining witnesses under oath. Warrant is:
A) maybe
B) Valid if affidavit is complete
C) Void
D) Valid
  • 19. Juan was invited to the police station for questioning regarding a theft case. As the interview began, the officer immediately started asking about stolen items without mentioning any rights. Under R.A. 7438, which right was violated?
A) Right to bail
B) Right against self-incrimination as stated by law
C) Right to speedy trial
D) Right to be informed of his constitutional rights
  • 20. Suspect escaped during arrest. Officer pursued and recaptured him 3 days later in another city. Is warrantless recapture valid?
A) Yes, may retake without warrant anytime within jurisdiction where the crime was committed
B) Yes, if same province
C) No, new warrant needed
D) Yes, may retake without warrant anytime within Philippines
  • 21. When may information of the arrest cause be withheld under warrant-based arrest?
A) The suspect is already fully aware of it
B) The arrest is made during late night hours
C) The suspect is dangerous and armed
D) Giving it would imperil the arrest process
  • 22. Maria refused to answer questions, so the investigator slapped her to make her talk. Which law applies?
A) Revised Penal Code
B) R.A. 9344 Juvenile Justice Act
C) R.A. 7438 & R.A.9745 Anti-Torture Act
D) R.A. 9165 Dangerous Drugs Act
  • 23. PO4 Go arresteda suspect but did not have the warrant on hand. The suspect asked to see it. What should he do?
A) Refuse, it is not legally required
B) Say it is confidential and cannot be shown
C) Show it as soon as practicable and available
D) Say he will see it in the courtroom
  • 24. When must recording be activated during search operations?
A) Just before presenting the warrant
B) Upon entering the premises to be searched
C) After occupants have been identified
D) Upon arrival at the scene or location
  • 25. Both suspect and bystander wounded; what course of action must be taken?
A) Question suspect before moving anyone
B) Evacuate both to nearest hospital immediately
C) Leave suspect for police doctor later on
D) Treat the innocent bystander first
  • 26. Which circumstance does NOT excuse a private person from informing the suspect?
A) Giving information would put the arrest at risk
B) The suspect is caught in the act of committing a crime
C) The suspect appears confused and does not understand
D) The suspect runs away immediately after the offense
  • 27. Car did not stop; occupants did not threaten anyone. May officers fire at the vehicle?
A) May not fire - block road ahead instead
B) May fire if car is reported stolen
C) May fire - fleeing from police authority
D) May not fire - prohibited unless occupants pose imminent danger
  • 28. During a search, the officers did not record the event using body-worn cameras as required. What is the legal effect?
A) The search is voidable only if the owner objects
B) The search is still valid if 2 witnesses were present and in a legal age
C) The evidence is admissible if the itenms were illegal and contraband
D) The evidence obtained is inadmissible; officers may also face contempt
  • 29. Go ahead, search my bag" said the person at the checkpoint, smiling. He was not pressured. Is the search valid?
A) Yes - voluntary consent
B) No - must be in writing
C) Yes - if recorded
D) No - need witness
  • 30. Arrested at 2:00 PM, the officer is still interviewing at the scene at 5:00 PM. What should he have done?
A) Call the prosecutor to get instructions
B) Wait for backup personnel to arrive
C) Deliver to nearest station without unnecessary delay
D) Complete the interview first before moving
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