DATA CENTER COLLEGE OF THE PHILIPPINES

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LAOAG CITY
LAW ENFORCEMENT ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION with Inter-Agency Approach
Midterm Examination - SET A
INSTRUCTION. Write in an uppercase manner. Answer with the corresponding letter only. No written set
means zero. Any form of erasure is wrong.

1. A police officer is accused of being disrespectful to a citizen during an interaction. Which of the following is
TRUE about the concept of "conduct unbecoming of a police officer"?
a. Conduct unbecoming of a police officer is only considered a serious offense if it involves physical
harm.
b. Conduct unbecoming of a police officer is a minor offense that can be handled by the Chief of Police.
c. Conduct unbecoming of a police officer is a serious offense that can result in dismissal from the
service.
d. Conduct unbecoming of a police officer is not considered a punishable offense.
2. A police officer is accused of using excessive force during an arrest. Which of the following is TRUE about
the use of force by PNP officers?
a. PNP officers are prohibited from using force under any circumstances.
b. PNP officers can use force only when strictly necessary and to the extent required for the performance
of their duty.
c. PNP officers can use force whenever they deem it necessary.
d. PNP officers can use force only when authorized by their superiors.
3. The NAPOLCOM is conducting an inspection of the Police Regional Office (PRO) in Region 7. What is the
MOST LIKELY reason for this inspection?
a. To investigate a specific complaint against a police officer.
b. To assess the PRO's compliance with manpower allocation and deployment standards.
c. To review the PRO's budget and financial records.
d. To monitor the implementation of a specific crime prevention program.
4. A citizen files a complaint against Police Corporal Diaz for alleged harassment. The complaint is filed with
the Mayor of the municipality. What is the MOST LIKELY reason the complaint was filed with the Mayor?
a. The complaint involves a serious offense punishable by dismissal.
b. The complaint involves a minor offense punishable by suspension for a period of 16 to 30 days.
c. The complaint involves a violation of human rights.
d. The complaint involves a minor offense punishable by suspension for a period of 1 to 15 days.
5. Police Officer Garcia is accused of neglecting his duty to respond to a crime scene. Which of the following is
TRUE about the concept of "neglect of duty"?
a. Neglect of duty is only considered a serious offense if it results in harm to someone.
b. Neglect of duty is a minor offense that is punishable by a maximum of 15 days suspension.
c. Neglect of duty is a serious offense that can result in dismissal from the service.
d. Neglect of duty is not considered a punishable offense.
6. The PNP has a vision statement that includes the phrase "a safer place to live, work and do business." What is
the MOST LIKELY reason this phrase is included in the vision statement?
a. To emphasize the PNP's focus on crime prevention and public safety.
b. To highlight the PNP's commitment to economic development.
c. To promote the PNP's role in international relations.
d. To emphasize the PNP's focus on community policing.
7. Police Officer Santos is accused of being AWOL for over 30 days. Who has the authority to immediately
remove/dismiss Police Officer Santos?
a. Chief of Police b. Provincial Director c. Regional Director d. NAPOLCOM
8. Police Officer Cruz is accused of engaging in gambling prohibited by law. Which of the following is TRUE
about the disciplinary process for this offense?
a. The offense is considered a minor offense and can be handled by the Chief of Police.
b. The offense is considered a grave offense and can result in dismissal from the service.
c. The offense is not considered a punishable offense.
d. The offense is considered a less grave offense and can result in a maximum of 60 days suspension.
9. Police Officer Delta is accused of tampering with evidence during an investigation. Which PNP unit is MOST
LIKELY to investigate this case?
a. Human Rights Affairs Office (HRAO)
b. Center for Police Strategy Management (CPSM)
c. Internal Affairs Service (IAS)
d. Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management (DIDM)
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10. The NAPOLCOM is conducting a review of the PNP's training program. What is the MOST LIKELY reason
for this review?
a. To ensure that the training program is aligned with the PNP's mission and vision.
b. To investigate allegations of corruption within the training program.
c. To assess the effectiveness of the training program in reducing crime rates.
d. To ensure that the training program meets international standards.
11. A citizen files a complaint against a Police Pat. Cruz for alleged corruption. Which of the following is TRUE
about the process for handling complaints against PNP officers?
a. Complaints against PNP officers must be filed with the NAPOLCOM.
b. Complaints against PNP officers can be filed with various authorities, including the PLEB, the Chief
of Police, and the NAPOLCOM.
c. Complaints against PNP officers must be filed with the PLEB.
d. Complaints against PNP officers must be filed with the Chief of Police.
12. The PNP's mission statement emphasizes the importance of "ensuring public safety and internal security with
the active support of the community." What is the MOST LIKELY reason for this emphasis on community
support?
a. To highlight the PNP's reliance on the public for information and assistance.
b. To promote the PNP's role in community development projects.
c. To emphasize the PNP's commitment to transparency and accountability.
d. To promote the PNP's role in disaster relief operations.
13. Chief Inspector Ramirez is being investigated for alleged misconduct during a raid. The case is being heard by
the People's Law Enforcement Board (PLEB). Which of the following is TRUE about the PLEB's authority in
this case?
a. The PLEB can only impose a maximum penalty of 15 days suspension.
b. The PLEB can impose a penalty of dismissal from the service.
c. The PLEB has no authority to investigate cases involving Chief Inspectors.
d. The PLEB can only refer the case to the Chief of Police.
14. Police Captain Cruz is being considered for appointment as Chief of Police of a municipality. What is the
MINIMUM educational qualification required for Police Captain Cruz to be appointed?
a. Completion of a Bachelor of Laws degree
b. Completion of a Master's degree in Public Administration
c. Completion of at least twelve (12) units in a Master's degree program
d. Completion of a Bachelor's degree in Criminology
15. Police Major Reyes is being considered for promotion to Police Lieutenant Colonel. Who is responsible for
recommending Police Major Reyes for promotion?
a. Chief of Police b. Provincial Director c. Regional Director d. Chief PNP
16. A complaint is filed against Police Lieutenant Colonel Garcia for alleged corruption. The complaint is filed
with the Regional Appellate Board (RAB). What is the MOST LIKELY reason the complaint was filed with
the RAB?
a. The complaint involves a grave offense.
b. The complaint was originally filed with the Chief of Police, and the decision was appealed.
c. The complaint involves a violation of human rights.
d. The complaint was originally filed with the PLEB, and the decision was appealed.
17. A citizen files a complaint against Police Corporal Diaz for alleged harassment. The complaint is filed with
the Mayor of the municipality. What is the MOST LIKELY reason the complaint was filed with the Mayor?
a. The complaint involves a serious offense punishable by dismissal.
b. The complaint involves a minor offense punishable by suspension for a period of 16 to 30 days.
c. The complaint involves a violation of human rights.
d. The complaint involves a minor offense punishable by suspension for a period of 1 to 15 days.
18. Police Lieutenant Marquez is accused of being involved in a drug trafficking ring. The case is being
investigated by the Internal Affairs Service (IAS). Which of the following is TRUE about the IAS's authority
in this case?
a. The IAS can only investigate the case if it is referred to them by the Chief PNP.
b. The IAS can only investigate the case if it involves a violation of human rights.
c. The IAS has the authority to conduct an automatic investigation in this case.
d. The IAS can only recommend disciplinary action to the Chief PNP.
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19. Police Senior Master Sergeant Cruz is accused of being involved in a bribery scheme. The complaint is filed
with the PLEB. The PLEB finds probable cause and recommends dismissal from the service. Police Senior
Master Sergeant Cruz appeals the decision. Where is the appeal MOST LIKELY to be filed?
a. Regional Appellate Board
b. National Appellate Board
c. Secretary of the DILG
d. Civil Service Commission
20. Police Officer Juan Dela Cruz, a member of the Directorate for Intelligence (DI), is tasked with gathering
information on a suspected drug lord named "Ka Pepe." Which of the following is NOT a likely source of
information for Officer Dela Cruz?
a. Human intelligence (HUMINT) gathered from informants
b. Signals intelligence (SIGINT) gathered from intercepted communications
c. Open-source intelligence (OSINT) gathered from public websites and social media
d. The officer's personal social media accounts
21. Police Officer Maria Santos is accused of using excessive force during an arrest, leading to the injury of a
suspect named "Pedro." Which of the following PNP offices is responsible for investigating this incident?
a. Directorate for Personnel and Records Management
b. Directorate for Intelligence
c. Directorate for Operations
d. Internal Affairs Service
22. Police Officer Jose Garcia is assigned to the Directorate for Police-Community Relations (DPCR) and is
working with the Muslim community in a conflict-prone area named "Marawi." Which of the following is a
likely component of his community outreach program?
a. Conducting crime prevention seminars on cybercrime
b. Organizing a basketball tournament for youth
c. Providing free medical checkups to residents
d. Conducting raids on suspected criminal hideouts
23. Police Officer Ana Reyes is assigned to the Directorate for Plans (DPL) and is tasked with developing a
strategic plan to combat drug trafficking in a specific region named "Region 4-A (CALABARZON)." Which
of the following is NOT a likely component of this plan?
a. Increased police presence in known drug hotspots
b. Collaboration with other government agencies like the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency
c. Community outreach programs to educate the public on the dangers of drugs
d. Training and equipping police officers with specialized skills in drug detection and investigation
24. Police Officer Miguel Lopez is assigned to the Directorate for Logistics (DL) and is responsible for procuring
new vehicles for the PNP. Which of the following is a likely factor considered in the procurement process?
a. Cost-effectiveness
b. Durability and reliability
c. The vehicle's capacity to handle rough terrain
d. Fuel efficiency
25. Police Officer Laura Perez is assigned to the Directorate for Human Resource and Doctrine Development
(DHRDD) and is tasked with developing a new training program for police officers on human rights. Which
of the following is a likely component of this program?
a. The legal framework for human rights in the Philippines
b. The importance of respecting the dignity of all individuals
c. The use of force and its limitations
d. The role of de-escalation techniques in police interactions
26. Police Officer Carlos Reyes is assigned to the Directorate for Research and Development (DRD) and is
tasked with developing a new technology to improve police response times. Which of the following is a likely
area of focus for this research?
a. Patrolling for crime prediction
b. Drones for aerial surveillance
c. Body-worn cameras for evidence gathering
d. Real-time crime mapping and analysis systems
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27. Police Officer Lorna Santos is assigned to the Directorate for Information and Communications Technology
Management (DICTM) and is tasked with developing a new mobile application for citizens to report crimes.
Which of the following is a likely feature of this app?
a. Real-time crime reporting
b. GPS tracking of police units
c. Secure messaging for communication with police officers
d. The ability to submit photos and videos as evidence
28. Police Officer Benjamin Cruz is assigned to the Directorate for Integrated Police Operations (DIPOS) and is
tasked with coordinating a joint operation with the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to combat
terrorism in a specific region named "Region 9 (Zamboanga Peninsula)." Which of the following is a likely
objective of this operation?
a. To neutralize terrorist threats
b. To protect critical infrastructure
c. To promote regional socio-economic development
d. To establish and maintain a secure perimeter around key locations
29. Police Officer Elena Rodriguez is assigned to the Directorate for Intelligence (DI) and is tasked with
gathering information on a suspected terrorist group operating in a specific area named "Lanao del Sur."
Which of the following is a likely source of information for the officer?
a. Human intelligence (HUMINT) gathered from informants
b. Signals intelligence (SIGINT) gathered from intercepted communications
c. Open-source intelligence (OSINT) gathered from public websites and social media
d. Analysis of social media trends and online activity
30. Police Officer David Garcia is assigned to the Directorate for Operations (DO) and is tasked with planning a
major police operation to secure a high-profile event named "The Sinulog Festival" in Cebu City. Which of
the following is a likely consideration in the planning process?
a. The location and layout of the event
b. The potential for terrorist attacks
c. The number of police officers required
d. The deployment of specialized units like bomb squads or crowd control teams
31. Police Officer Maria Hernandez is assigned to the Directorate for Logistics (DL) and is responsible for
procuring new equipment for the PNP. Which of the following is a likely type of equipment that the officer
would procure?
a. Firearms b. Vehicles c. Communications equipment d. Helmets and vests
32. Police Officer Jose Reyes is assigned to the Directorate for Plans (DPL) and is tasked with developing a
strategic plan to combat cybercrime. Which of the following is a likely component of this plan?
a. Training police officers in digital forensics
b. Collaborating with private sector cybersecurity experts
c. Launching public awareness campaigns on cybercrime prevention
d. Developing a comprehensive cybercrime response protocol
33. Police Officer Ana Santos is assigned to the Directorate for Comptrollership (DC) and is responsible for
managing the PNP's budget. Which of the following is a likely responsibility of the officer?
a. Planning and allocating funds for PNP operations
b. Monitoring PNP expenditures
c. Auditing PNP financial records
d. Developing and implementing cost-saving measures
34. Police Officer Carlos Lopez is assigned to the Directorate for Police-Community Relations (DPCR) and is
tasked with organizing a community outreach program to promote peace and order in a specific area named
"Tondo, Manila." Which of the following is a likely component of this program?
a. Conducting crime prevention seminars
b. Organizing sports tournaments
c. Providing free medical checkups to residents
d. Establishing a neighborhood watch program
35. Police Officer Laura Cruz is assigned to the Directorate for Investigation and Detective Management (DIDM)
and is tasked with investigating a murder case. Which of the following is a likely step in the investigation
process?
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a. Gathering evidence from the crime scene
b. Interviewing witnesses
c. Conducting autopsies on the victim
d. Analyzing forensic evidence collected from the crime scene
36. Police Officer Miguel Reyes is assigned to the Directorate for Human Resource and Doctrine Development
(DHRDD) and is tasked with developing a new training program for police officers on community policing.
Which of the following is a likely component of this program?
a. The importance of building trust with the community
b. The use of force and its limitations
c. The importance of respecting the human rights of all individuals
d. The role of community engagement in crime prevention
37. Police Officer Lorna Garcia is assigned to the Directorate for Research and Development (DRD) and is tasked
with developing a new technology to improve police communication. Which of the following is a likely area
of focus for this research?
a. Secure messaging platforms
b. Body-worn cameras
c. Facial recognition software
d. Developing a centralized communication system for all PNP units
38. Police Officer Benjamin Santos is assigned to the Directorate for Information and Communications
Technology Management (DICTM) and is tasked with developing a new system for managing police records.
Which of the following is a likely feature of this system?
a. Secure storage of sensitive data
b. Easy access for authorized personnel
c. Integration with other PNP systems
d. Real-time data analysis capabilities
39. Police Officer Reyes, a newly appointed Patrolman, has a Bachelor's degree in Criminology but failed the
required Physical Fitness Test. What is the MOST LIKELY outcome for his appointment?
a. He will be given a temporary appointment until he passes the Physical Fitness Test.
b. He will be dismissed from the service.
c. He will be assigned to a desk job.
d. He will be given a probationary appointment.
40. Police Officer Santos, a registered Criminologist, applies for a lateral entry position as a Police Inspector.
Which of the following is TRUE about his application?
a. He will be automatically appointed as a Police Inspector.
b. He will be required to take the NAPOLCOM Inspector exam.
c. He will be required to take the Civil Service exam.
d. He will be required to undergo the Field Training Program (FTP).
41. Police Officer Cruz, a Patrolman, has been serving as a Chief of Police in a municipality for 6 months. Which
of the following is TRUE about his appointment?
a. He will be automatically promoted to Police Captain.
b. He will be given a temporary appointment as Chief of Police.
c. He will be given a probationary appointment as Chief of Police.
d. He will be required to take the NAPOLCOM Inspector exam.
42. Police Pat. Garcia is killed in the line of duty while rescuing civilians from a burning building. Which type of
promotion is he eligible for?
a. Spot Promotion b. Posthumous Promotion c. Regular Promotion d. None of the above
43. Police Pat. Garcia is injured in a shootout with criminals and displays exceptional bravery. Which type of
promotion is he eligible for?
a. Spot Promotion b. Posthumous Promotion c. Regular Promotion d. None of the above
44. Police Officer Diaz has been serving as a Patrolman for 5 years. Which rank is he eligible for based on his
experience and time-in-grade?
a. Corporal b. Staff Sergeant c. Senior Master Sergeant d. Chief Master Sergeant
45. Police Officer Lima has been serving as a Police Lieutenant Colonel for 3 years. Which rank is he eligible for
based on his experience and time-in-grade?
a. Major b. Colonel c. Brigadier General d. Staff Sergeant
46. Police Officer Mike is serving as a Police Chief Master Sergeant. What is the maximum tenure he can hold
this position?
a. 4 years b. 6 years c. 9 years d. Not applicable
47. What is the maximum tenure for a Regional Director in the PNP?
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a. 4 years b. 6 years c. 9 years d. 12 years
48. A police officer is serving as a Police Lieutenant. How many years of experience does he need to be eligible
for promotion to Police Captain?
a. 3 years b. 4 years c. 5 years d. 6 years
49. Which of the following allowances is NOT provided to PNP personnel?
a. Subsistence Allowance
b. Quarters Allowance
c. Clothing Allowance
d. Travel Allowance
50. A police officer has been serving as a Police Master Sergeant for 3 years. Which rank is he eligible for based
on his experience and time-in-grade?
a. Police Senior Master Sergeant
b. Police Chief Master Sergeant
c. Police Executive Master Sergeant
d. Police Captain
51. A police officer is serving as a Police Brigadier General. How many years of experience does he need to be
eligible for promotion to Police Major General?
a. 2 years b. 3 years c. 4 years d. Not required
52. What is the maximum tenure for a Provincial Director in the PNP?
a. 4 years b. 6 years c. 9 years d. 12 years
53. A police officer is serving as a Police Captain. How many years of experience does he need to be eligible for
promotion to Police Major?
a. 3 years b. 4 years c. 5 years d. 6 years
54. Police Chief Master Sergeant Kilo is relieved from his post for inefficiency after two consecutive poor
performance ratings. What type of attrition will he likely face?
a. Attrition by Relief
b. Attrition by Demotion in Position or Rank
c. Attrition by Non-promotion
d. Attrition by Other Means
55. Police Lieutenant Colonel Delta is assigned to a position as a Police Major after being relieved from his
previous post. He remains in this lower position for 18 months. What will happen to him?
a. He will be promoted to his original rank.
b. He will be retired or separated.
c. He will be given another assignment within his grade.
d. He will be demoted to a lower rank.
56. Police Officer Foxtrot has been serving as a Police Captain for 10 years without receiving a promotion. What
will happen to him?
a. He will be automatically promoted to Police Major.
b. He will be given a special promotion for longevity.
c. He will be retired or separated.
d. He will be assigned to a different position.
57. Police Officer Echo is found to be physically unfit to perform police duties after failing the Physical Fitness
Test for four consecutive tests. What type of attrition will he face?
a. Attrition by Relief
b. Attrition by Demotion in Position or Rank
c. Attrition by Non-promotion
d. Attrition by Other Means
58. Police Officer Malupiton is relieved from his post for failing to meet the minimum qualification standards for
his original appointment. What type of attrition will he face?
a. Attrition by Relief
b. Attrition by Demotion in Position or Rank
c. Attrition by Non-promotion
d. Attrition by Other Means
59. Police Officer Juan has been missing in action for six months. What will happen to his salary and allowances?
a. They will be stopped immediately.
b. They will be paid to his heirs for a maximum of one year.
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c. They will be paid to his heirs until he is found.
d. They will be paid to his heirs only if he is declared dead.

60. Police Officer Leon has accumulated 20 years of active service and requests to retire early. What type of
retirement will he undergo?
a. Compulsory Retirement
b. Optional Retirement
c. Retirement by Reason of Physical Disability
d. Retirement Due to Missing in Action
61. Police Officer Corpuz who has been serving as a Police Lieutenant Colonel for one year is retiring. What will
be his retirement grade?
a. Police Lieutenant Colonel
b. Police Colonel
c. Police Brigadier General
d. Police Major General
62. Police Officer Max has been serving as a Police Major for 20 years. What percentage of his base pay and
longevity pay will he receive as monthly retirement pay?
a. 50% b. 62.5% c. 75% d. 90%
63. Which of the following is NOT a factor considered in the PNP Performance Evaluation System?
a. Individual efficiency
b. Behavioral discipline
c. Organizational effectiveness
d. Political affiliation
64. Police Officer Victor is found to be mentally unfit to perform police duties after undergoing a psychological
evaluation. What type of attrition will he face?
a. Attrition by Relief
b. Attrition by Demotion in Position or Rank
c. Attrition by Non-promotion
d. Attrition by Other Means
65. Police Officer Whiskey is relieved from his post for failing to pass the required entrance examinations twice.
What type of attrition will he face?
a. Attrition by Relief
b. Attrition by Demotion in Position or Rank
c. Attrition by Non-promotion
d. Attrition by Other Means
66. Police Officer Alpha is found to have been absent from duty without authority for an extended period. What
will happen to him?
a. He will be automatically retired.
b. He will be given a warning.
c. He will be demoted to a lower rank.
d. He will be separated from the service.
67. Police Officer Bravo is serving as a Police Chief Master Sergeant and has been relieved from his post for just
cause. What is the maximum time he can remain unrelieved without being retired or separated?
a. 6 months b. 12 months c. 18 months d. 24 months
68. Police Officer Hotel is accused of stealing a citizen's wallet. The offense is punishable by suspension for 45
days. Which disciplinary authority should handle the complaint?
a. Chief of Police
b. Mayor
c. People's Law Enforcement Board
d. Internal Affairs Service
69. Police Officer Kai is accused of being habitually drunk while on duty. The offense is punishable by a 10-day
suspension. Which disciplinary authority should handle the complaint?
a. Chief of Police
b. Mayor
c. People's Law Enforcement Board
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d. Internal Affairs Service
70. How many PLEBs should a city with 1,000 police personnel have?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
71. Police Officer Jarren is accused of tampering with evidence in a case. The PLEB requests a preventive
suspension. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for the request?
a. The officer is a flight risk.
b. The officer is likely to influence witnesses.
c. The officer is a close friend of the complainant.
d. The officer is in a position to destroy evidence.
72. Police Officer Fyang is accused of committing a minor offense involving moral turpitude. Which of the
following is NOT an example of such an offense?
a. Habitual tardiness b. Gambling c. Theft d. Insubordination
73. A police officer is accused of committing a minor offense involving breach of internal discipline. Which of
the following is NOT a supervisor equivalent to a Provincial Police Director?
a. Group Director, Regional Mobile Force Battalion
b. Chief of the Regional Unit of Administration
c. Operational National Support Units
d. Director, PNP Administrative National Support Unit
74. A police officer is accused of committing a minor offense involving breach of internal discipline. Which of
the following is NOT a supervisor equivalent to a Regional Police Director?
a. Director, PNP Administrative National Support Unit
b. Director, PNP Operational National Support Unit
c. Director, Police District Office, NCR Police Office
d. Provincial Director
75. Which of the following is NOT a function of the National Police Commission?
a) Conducting service eligibility exams for aspiring police officers
b) Investigating police anomalies and irregularities
c) Appointing the Chief of the PNP
d) Providing legal advice to the PNP
76. Which of the following is NOT a qualification for a regular commissioner of the NAPOLCOM?
a. Citizenship of the Philippines
b. Membership in the Philippine Bar with at least 5 years of experience in handling criminal or human rights
cases
c. A master's degree in public administration, sociology, criminology, criminal justice, law enforcement, or
other related disciplines
d. At least 10 years of experience in law enforcement work
77. Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for the NAPOLCOM, Chief PNP, or PNP Regional Director to
immediately remove or dismiss a police officer?
a. The charge is serious and the evidence of guilt is strong.
b. The respondent is a recidivist or has been repeatedly charged and there are reasonable grounds to believe
that he is guilty of the charges.
c. The respondent is guilty of a serious offense involving conduct unbecoming of a police officer.
d. The respondent has been absent without official leave (AWOL) for a continuous period of 15 days or
more.
78. What is the standard of proof required in administrative cases against police officers?
a. Proof beyond reasonable doubt
b. Preponderance of evidence
c. Substantial evidence
d. Clear and convincing evidence
79. Which of the following is NOT a case where the IAS has the power to conduct an automatic investigation?
a. Incidents where police personnel discharge a firearm
b. Incidents where death, serious physical injury, or any violation of human rights occurred in the
conduct of a police operation
c. Incidents where evidence was compromised, tampered with, obliterated, or lost while in the
custody of police personnel
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d. Incidents where a police officer is accused of committing a minor offense involving breach of
internal discipline
80. Police Officer Maria Santos is found guilty of a less grave offense. She has been disciplined before for a light
offense. Which of the following penalties is MOST LIKELY to be imposed on Maria Santos?
a. Withholding of privileges for 15 days
b. Suspension for 45 days
c. One rank demotion
d. Dismissal from the service