FDLE - Florida Department of Law Enforcement Florida Law and Statutes Questions and Answers

Question 1

Under Florida Statute §901.15, a law enforcement officer may arrest a person without a warrant under which of the following circumstances?

Accepted Answer

The officer reasonably believes a felony has been committed, and reasonably believes the person to be arrested committed it.

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The person has committed a misdemeanor outside the officer's presence, but the officer has a signed affidavit from a witness.

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The person has committed a non-criminal traffic infraction and refuses to sign the citation.

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A misdemeanor was committed, and the officer makes the arrest 24 hours after the offense occurred.

Question 2

An officer responds to a home where a person claims they used non-deadly force against an intruder. According to Florida's 'Stand Your Ground' law (F.S. §776.012), when is a person justified in using non-deadly force against another?

Accepted Answer

When and to the extent that the person reasonably believes such conduct is necessary to defend against the other's imminent use of unlawful force.

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Only when inside their own home and after attempting to retreat.

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When they have a subjective fear that the other person might cause them harm in the future.

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Anytime they feel threatened, regardless of the imminence of the threat.

Question 3

A suspect is lawfully detained during a traffic stop. The suspect then knowingly and willfully shoves the officer and attempts to flee. Under Florida Statute §843.01, what is the most appropriate charge?

Accepted Answer

Resisting an Officer With Violence

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Obstruction of Justice

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Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer

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Resisting an Officer Without Violence

Question 4

According to Chapter 790 of the Florida Statutes, which of the following is true regarding the carrying of firearms on school property?

Accepted Answer

It is generally a felony to possess a firearm on school property, with specific exceptions for law enforcement officers.

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Any adult with a concealed carry license is permitted to carry a firearm on school grounds.

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Only active-duty military personnel are permitted to carry firearms on school property.

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Parents are allowed to carry firearms in their vehicles while in the student pick-up line.

Question 5

Under the 'Florida Stop and Frisk Law' (F.S. §901.151), a law enforcement officer may conduct a pat-down for weapons only when:

Accepted Answer

The officer has probable cause to believe the detained person is armed with a dangerous weapon and poses a threat.

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The officer has temporarily detained a person based on reasonable suspicion of a crime.

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The person gives consent to a full search of their belongings.

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The detention occurs in a designated high-crime area.

Question 6

Which of the following minimum qualifications is required for a person to be certified as a law enforcement officer in Florida, according to F.S. §943.13?

Accepted Answer

Not have been convicted of any felony or a misdemeanor involving perjury or a false statement.

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Be at least 21 years of age.

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Possess an associate's degree or have at least two years of prior military service.

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Have been a resident of Florida for at least one year prior to certification.