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Which ancient civilization is credited with establishing one of the earliest known law enforcement systems?

Egyptians

Explanation

Ancient Egyptians developed one of the earliest known law enforcement systems.

Which ancient civilization established a code of law known as the Code of Hammurabi, which included provisions for law enforcement?

Ancient Mesopotamia

Explanation

Ancient Mesopotamia established the Code of Hammurabi, which included provisions for law enforcement.

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main components of the criminal justice system?

Legislative

Explanation

Legislative is not one of the three main components of the criminal justice system.

Which U.S. president signed the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, providing federal funding for law enforcement agencies and programs?

Richard Nixon

Explanation

Richard Nixon signed the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, providing federal funding for law enforcement agencies and programs.

Which law enforcement agency is responsible for investigating federal crimes related to firearms, explosives, arson, and bombings?

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

Explanation

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) investigates federal crimes related to firearms, explosives, arson, and bombings.

What was the name of the infamous organized crime group that became a major target for law enforcement during the Prohibition era in the United States?

The Mafia

Explanation

The Mafia became a major target for law enforcement during the Prohibition era in the United States.

Which landmark Supreme Court case established the 'Miranda rights,' requiring law enforcement to inform suspects of their rights upon arrest?

Miranda v. Arizona

Explanation

Miranda v. Arizona established the 'Miranda rights,' requiring law enforcement to inform suspects of their rights upon arrest.

Who is often regarded as the 'Father of Modern Policing'?

Robert Peel

Explanation

Robert Peel is known as the 'Father of Modern Policing' for his reforms in law enforcement.

What was the first organized police force in the United States called?

Boston Police Department

Explanation

The Boston Police Department was the first organized police force in the United States.

#10

Which era saw the introduction of professional crime labs and the widespread use of forensic science in law enforcement?

The Progressive Era

Explanation

The Progressive Era introduced professional crime labs and widespread use of forensic science in law enforcement.

#11

In what year was the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) established in the United States?

1924

Explanation

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) was established in the United States in 1924.

#12

Which Supreme Court case established the 'exclusionary rule,' stating that evidence obtained illegally cannot be used in court?

Mapp v. Ohio

Explanation

Mapp v. Ohio established the 'exclusionary rule,' prohibiting the use of illegally obtained evidence in court.

#13

Which English monarch established the Bow Street Runners, considered one of the earliest forms of organized policing in London?

King William III

Explanation

King William III established the Bow Street Runners, an early form of organized policing in London.

#14

In what year was the first recorded use of fingerprints as a means of identification in a criminal investigation?

1878

Explanation

The first recorded use of fingerprints as a means of identification in a criminal investigation was in 1878.

#15

Who wrote the influential book 'The Police in America' in 1968, which analyzed the history and role of law enforcement in the United States?

James Q. Wilson

Explanation

James Q. Wilson wrote 'The Police in America,' analyzing the history and role of law enforcement in the United States.

#16

Who was the first female police officer in the United States, joining the Los Angeles Police Department in 1910?

Alice Stebbins Wells

Explanation

Alice Stebbins Wells was the first female police officer in the United States, joining the Los Angeles Police Department in 1910.

#17

Who is known for developing the 'broken windows theory' of policing, suggesting that addressing minor crimes can prevent more serious offenses?

George Kelling

Explanation

George Kelling developed the 'broken windows theory,' suggesting that addressing minor crimes can prevent more serious offenses.

#18

In what year was the first police radio system introduced, revolutionizing communication within law enforcement?

1928

Explanation

The first police radio system was introduced in 1928, revolutionizing communication within law enforcement.

#19

Who is often considered the first criminologist and is known for his work on the causes of crime and the theory of the 'born criminal'?

Cesare Lombroso

Explanation

Cesare Lombroso is often considered the first criminologist, known for his work on the causes of crime and the theory of the 'born criminal'.

#20

What was the name of the first organized police force in the American colonies, established in Boston in 1631?

Watch and Ward Society

Explanation

The Watch and Ward Society was the first organized police force in the American colonies, established in Boston in 1631.

Historical Development of Law Enforcement Quiz

Which ancient civilization is credited with establishing one of the earliest known law enforcement systems?

Which ancient civilization established a code of law known as the Code of Hammurabi, which included provisions for law enforcement?

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main components of the criminal justice system?

Which U.S. president signed the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968, providing federal funding for law enforcement agencies and programs?

Which law enforcement agency is responsible for investigating federal crimes related to firearms, explosives, arson, and bombings?

What was the name of the infamous organized crime group that became a major target for law enforcement during the Prohibition era in the United States?

Which landmark Supreme Court case established the 'Miranda rights,' requiring law enforcement to inform suspects of their rights upon arrest?

Who is often regarded as the 'Father of Modern Policing'?

What was the first organized police force in the United States called?

Which era saw the introduction of professional crime labs and the widespread use of forensic science in law enforcement?

In what year was the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) established in the United States?

Which Supreme Court case established the 'exclusionary rule,' stating that evidence obtained illegally cannot be used in court?

Which English monarch established the Bow Street Runners, considered one of the earliest forms of organized policing in London?

In what year was the first recorded use of fingerprints as a means of identification in a criminal investigation?

Who wrote the influential book 'The Police in America' in 1968, which analyzed the history and role of law enforcement in the United States?

Who was the first female police officer in the United States, joining the Los Angeles Police Department in 1910?

Who is known for developing the 'broken windows theory' of policing, suggesting that addressing minor crimes can prevent more serious offenses?

In what year was the first police radio system introduced, revolutionizing communication within law enforcement?

Who is often considered the first criminologist and is known for his work on the causes of crime and the theory of the 'born criminal'?

What was the name of the first organized police force in the American colonies, established in Boston in 1631?

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