Legal & Ethical Compliance Flashcards
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In a criminal proceeding, the standard of proof required to obtain a conviction is:
Answer: Beyond a reasonable doubt
Criminal convictions require proof beyond a reasonable doubt, the highest standard in the legal system, to protect against wrongful convictions.
A security manager instructs staff to search employee personal vehicles in the parking lot without consent or policy authority. This most likely violates:
Answer: Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches
Unauthorized searches of personal property can violate Fourth Amendment protections and expose the organization to significant civil liability.
Which act prohibits employers from using polygraph (lie detector) tests on most private-sector employees?
Answer: Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
The EPPA prohibits most private employers from requiring, requesting, suggesting, or causing employees or applicants to take polygraph tests.
When a security practitioner is subpoenaed to testify about a confidential investigation, the appropriate action is to:
Answer: Consult with organizational legal counsel before responding
A subpoena is a legal order requiring compliance, but legal counsel should be consulted to properly respond while protecting privileged information.
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) impacts corporate security practitioners primarily through requirements related to:
Answer: Protection and integrity of financial records and audit trails
SOX Section 802 requires companies to maintain accurate financial records and imposes criminal penalties for destruction or falsification, directly impacting records security.
Which doctrine establishes that evidence obtained through illegal means may be inadmissible in criminal proceedings?
Answer: Fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine
The fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine excludes evidence derived from an illegal search or seizure, making it inadmissible in court.
A security professional discovers that a new company policy requires actions that conflict with the professional code of ethics. The best course of action is to:
Answer: Raise the conflict with management and, if unresolved, consult legal or ethics guidance
Ethical conflicts should first be raised internally; if unresolved, consulting legal counsel or professional ethics boards ensures obligations are properly addressed.