Exam 5: Police Organization: Structure and Functions

In what ways was the formation of the Department of Homeland Security the most significant transformation of the U.S.government in more than 50 years?

Which of the following best describes the Department of Justice?

Discuss the major reforms the changes that policing underwent during each of the policing eras.

Why did the role of constable fall into disfavor in the American colonies?

Which of the following is true about private security and private police personnel?

The most common security services provided in the United States include contract guards, alarm services, and armored-car services.

Civil service systems were created to ______.

Why did some police departments in the reform era prohibit officers from residing in neighborhoods where they patrolled?

A retail store hires several individuals to be part of their security department.This is an example of proprietary private police security.

The first police force was established in London after the passage of the Metropolitan Police Act of 1829.

A minimum qualification for working in law enforcement may be that the candidate ______.

Which of the following is generally required as a condition of placement in a law enforcement position?

Which federal agency is responsible for the investigation of counterfeiting, financial institution fraud, and computer-based attacks on the financial infrastructure of the United States?

Which of the following positions became the only one to pursue felons when the county militia turned more to matters of defense during the reign of Edward I?

In which industry did private policing first emerge?

Agents that are trained to enforce the fish and game laws in a particular state would be considered part of which group?

Which federal agency was responsible for capturing bootleggers during Prohibition?

Discuss the basic operations of local agencies.

The community era of policing implemented research findings that found traditional methods of policing were ineffective, such as reducing response times and increased calls for service.

Which federal agency has a criminal investigation division that employs "accountants with a badge?"