Correctional Flashcards
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An officer suspects an inmate is being coerced by another inmate but the victim denies it. What is the best response?
Answer: Document observations and increase monitoring
Documenting and monitoring protects a potential victim even when they are afraid to report.
What is the main goal of a correctional facility's chain of command?
Answer: Ensure clear lines of authority and accountability
A chain of command establishes who reports to whom, ensuring accountability and orderly operations.
Which of the following best describes 'tour' or 'rounds' in corrections?
Answer: Regular security checks of an assigned area
Rounds are scheduled patrols where officers inspect their assigned area for safety and security.
An officer is offered money by an inmate's family to deliver a package. The correct action is to:
Answer: Refuse and report the bribe attempt
Accepting a bribe is a serious crime; the attempt must be refused and reported.
What is the purpose of a pat-down search?
Answer: To detect weapons or contraband on an inmate's person
A pat-down search checks for hidden weapons or contraband to maintain safety.
When documenting an incident, reports should be:
Answer: Accurate, objective, and factual
Incident reports must be accurate, objective, and factual to serve as reliable records.
What does 'recidivism' refer to?
Answer: An offender returning to criminal behavior after release
Recidivism is the tendency of a released offender to reoffend and return to incarceration.