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  • 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) Secure the scene and ensure everyone's safety
B) Take photographs of everything visible
C) Notify media and press relations office
D) Chase the fleeing suspect immediately
  • 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) No, suspect poses imminent danger of death or serious injury
B) No, but only after second warning OK
C) Yes, suspect poses imminent danger of death or serious injury
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) Decline - it is not legally required
B) State 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
  • 5. The prosecution wants to use a confession obtained in violation of the suspect's right to counsel. The court should:
A) Exclude it as inadmissible evidence
B) Admit it if it is true
C) Admit it if there is other evidence
D) Exclude it only if coercion was proven
  • 6. Frisk revealed hard object that felt like a gun. Found unlicensed firearm. What next?
A) Arrest and conduct full search incident to arrest
B) Confiscate and release with warning
C) Warn and release with receipt
D) Issue citation and summon later
  • 7. Search warrant valid for how many days?
A) 10 days from issuance
B) 10 days from receipt
C) 10 days with extention
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) Yes, visual inspection is always allowed
C) No, must have reasonable suspicion first
D) No, needs probable cause to approach
  • 9. When arresting a person by virtue of a warrant, what must the officer communicate first to the person arrested?
A) The name and rank of the arresting officer
B) Names of witnesses supporting the charge
C) Cause of arrest and existence of issued warrant
D) Identity of the judge who issued the warrant
  • 10. A media reporter wants to observe. What is required?
A) Must be from a national station
B) Must ride inside the police vehicle
C) Any reporter from any outlet
D) Must be accredited and unarmed
  • 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. 7438 and R.A. 9745
B) R.A 9745 and R.A 9344
C) R.A. 9165 and R.A 7438
D) R.A. 9344 and R.A 9165
  • 12. How many recording devices must be used during arrest operations?
A) One camera plus one voice recorder
B) At least one functioning body-worn camera
C) Number depends on seriousness of offense
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) No, but only for serious criminal cases
B) Yes, if Pedro agrees to wait
C) No, State must provide counsel immediately
D) Yes, they explained the situation clearly
  • 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) Yes, barangay identification is enough
C) Yes, if John Doe is well known locally
D) No, must include the owner's full name
  • 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) Yes, but only if the offense is a felony
C) No, the officer must always inform the person regardless of circumstances
D) No, the officer must first chase him and then explain about the cause or nature of arrest
  • 16. Before detention, what medical step must be taken for the arrested person?
A) Physical or medical examination
B) Psychological assessment interview
C) Evaluation by a private doctor of choice
D) Drug and alcohol screening test
  • 17. The warrant authorized search for "stolen items and any other evidence." Is this valid?
A) Yes - if connected to the same crime
B) No – but can be clarified during the search
C) No-"other evidence”is too broad and undefined
D) Yesrelated items are included by law
  • 18. Judge issued search warrant without personally examining witnesses under oath. Warrant is:
A) Valid if affidavit is complete
B) Void
C) maybe
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 be informed of his constitutional rights
B) Right to bail
C) Right against self-incrimination as stated by law
D) Right to speedy trial
  • 20. Suspect escaped during arrest. Officer pursued and recaptured him 3 days later in another city. Is warrantless recapture valid?
A) Yes, if same province
B) Yes, may retake without warrant anytime within Philippines
C) Yes, may retake without warrant anytime within jurisdiction where the crime was committed
D) No, new warrant needed
  • 21. When may information of the arrest cause be withheld under warrant-based arrest?
A) The arrest is made during late night hours
B) The suspect is already fully aware of it
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) R.A. 7438 & R.A.9745 Anti-Torture Act
B) Revised Penal Code
C) R.A. 9165 Dangerous Drugs Act
D) R.A. 9344 Juvenile Justice 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) Say he will see it in the courtroom
B) Refuse, it is not legally required
C) Say it is confidential and cannot be shown
D) Show it as soon as practicable and available
  • 24. When must recording be activated during search operations?
A) After occupants have been identified
B) Upon arrival at the scene or location
C) Just before presenting the warrant
D) Upon entering the premises to be searched
  • 25. Both suspect and bystander wounded; what course of action must be taken?
A) Question suspect before moving anyone
B) Leave suspect for police doctor later on
C) Treat the innocent bystander first
D) Evacuate both to nearest hospital immediately
  • 26. Which circumstance does NOT excuse a private person from informing the suspect?
A) The suspect runs away immediately after the offense
B) Giving information would put the arrest at risk
C) The suspect appears confused and does not understand
D) The suspect is caught in the act of committing a crime
  • 27. Car did not stop; occupants did not threaten anyone. May officers fire at the vehicle?
A) May fire - fleeing from police authority
B) May fire if car is reported stolen
C) May not fire - block road ahead instead
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 evidence is admissible if the itenms were illegal and contraband
B) The search is voidable only if the owner objects
C) The evidence obtained is inadmissible; officers may also face contempt
D) The search is still valid if 2 witnesses were present and in a legal age
  • 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 - need witness
C) No - must be in writing
D) Yes - if recorded
  • 30. Arrested at 2:00 PM, the officer is still interviewing at the scene at 5:00 PM. What should he have done?
A) Complete the interview first before moving
B) Wait for backup personnel to arrive
C) Deliver to nearest station without unnecessary delay
D) Call the prosecutor to get instructions
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