TCOLE Basic Jailer Exam 2024 Practice Questions

According to TCJS 283.1, which of the following is not a major infraction?

Which court case allowed inmates to correspond with inmates at other prison units, making it difficult for the TDCJ to hide informants?

What is the definition of jail climate?

Hepatitis affects which organ in the body?

How can you identify possible characteristics of a person who is mentally retarded?

What type of information should reports contain?

How can a person catch HIV?

What should be recorded when accepting funds to be deposited to the inmate commissary account?

Who conducts an inquest into the death of a person who dies in custody?

According to FC 51.12, how is a juvenile (child) defined?

What is not considered when classifying offenders?

What is the definition of custody in a jail setting?

What are the consequences of improper use of force or excessive force by corrections officers?

Which of the following is not a form of prejudice?

What records should transporting officers have when transporting inmates?

How many hours per week should inmates not be required to work, except in an emergency?

Where should facility keys be stored when not in use?

What is the definition of sexual harassment?

Which amendment ensures that a person be informed of the accusation against them?

What must an inmate have to make purchases from the commissary?

How often should the status of inmates placed in administrative segregation be reviewed and documented?

Upon arrival at the destination, where should inmates be secured to unload them from the vehicle into the facility?

What should you do if an inmates expenditure exceeds the amount in their account when they fill out a draw slip?

Should all inmates be removed from the housing area at the same time when conducting a cell or tank search?

What are situations that may result in hostage-taking?

What is a method of transporting non-threatening inmates with mental illness?

According to TCJS, when should all offenders be thoroughly searched for weapons or contraband?

What is the single best indicator of suicide?

What does officer training in suicide prevention include according to TCJS?

What are advantages of linear intermittent jail design?

What is a leading cause of death in jails/lockups nationwide?

When should inmate bedding be issued?

How should female inmates be separated from male inmates?

What should be used when packaging evidence to get a good seal and prevent any breaking of the skin?

What sources are available to refresh your memory prior to testifying?

What must a grievance submitted in writing include?

What is the rule about armed personnel entering areas of the facility where they may come into contact with inmates?

When should inmates held over 48 hours be issued personal hygiene items?

When should existing warrants be checked through NCIC and TCIC?

Who may attend a wedding ceremony in jail?

What is Chapter 71 of the Penal Code entitled?

What is probably not a factor associated with suicide?

What crime is committed if a person intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly carries a deadly weapon or possesses or conceals a deadly weapon while confined in a penal institution?

Are telephone calls after booking considered privileges unless they are the only access available to religious leaders or attorney representation?

What is not one of the most common factors for a suicide risk?

What is the definition of escape?

What is the act of regarding ones culture as the center of the universe and hence as the basis for all comparisons with other cultures?

What should you do when taking inventory of an incoming inmates property?

What is an incorrect procedure for an inventory of medication?

What is a written record of who located evidence and who handled it until presented in court, including dates, times, and reasons for handling the evidence?

What is one good quality to remember in providing effective testimony?

What is the definition of discrimination?

What is not a warning sign or symptom of suicide?

What should you use to clean an inmates fingers before fingerprinting?

What should you do if an inmate complains of being ill?

What is not a true statement about HIV?