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State and Federal Law

Welcome to this instructional overview of BPOC. I"m your guide for this training, designed to bring Texas Peace Officers, Jailers, Telecommunicators, Judges, and Prosecutors up to speed on significant legislative changes and recent court decisions that impact your vital work."

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70:39

Consular & Booking Procedures: Jail Searches to...

State and Federal Law ·

2025/08/05

This source provides an overview of procedures for law enforcement officers during the booking process and post-arrest duties. It outlines the importance of thorough searches for safety and security, detailing specific search techniques for both upper and lower body, as well as procedures for handling prisoner property. The text also explains consular notification requirements for foreign nationals, including mandatory and optional notifications based on international agreements. Additionally, it

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35:38

Mastering Professional Verbal Communication and...

State and Federal Law ·

2025/08/05

This handout outlines verbal communication strategies and force options for peace officers, emphasizing the critical role of effective communication in law enforcement. It introduces concepts like emotional intelligence (EQ), paralinguistics, and kinesics as crucial components for successful interactions. The text details the "Verbal Persuasion Plan," including a 7-Step Personal Contact model and strategies for handling non-compliance and verbal abuse through deflection and redirection. It also

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58:04

Effective Interviews and Report Writing for Law...

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/25

The provided sources offer an extensive guide for law enforcement officers on interviewing, interrogation, and report writing. They highlight the crucial need to separate parties involved and gather detailed information using various questioning techniques, such as open-ended and fact-finding questions. The documents emphasize the importance of accurate, complete, concise, clear, and objective police reports, detailing proper note-taking methods and the structure of synopsis, narrative, and

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55:23

Weapons Offenses: Laws and Definitions

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/25

This handout provides an overview of weapons offenses outlined in Penal Code Chapter 46, beginning with definitions of various prohibited items like clubs, chemical dispensing devices, explosive weapons, and different types of firearms. It details unlawful possession of firearms for felons, gang members, and individuals under protective orders, along with regulations for carrying handguns and location-restricted knives in specific scenarios, including age restrictions and public display. The

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70:36

Theft and Burglary Offenses: Law and Prevention

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/25

This source provides an extensive overview of theft and burglary offenses, detailing definitions of key terms such as "property," "deprive," "appropriate," "effective consent," and "deception." It outlines the various police warrantless arrest powers, specifically highlighting those related to theft. The document also presents a theft ladder chart categorizing offenses by value and specific items, alongside enhancements that can increase the severity of charges. Practical considerations for criminal

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82:37

Crimes Against Property and Animals

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/25

This document outlines various property and trespassing offenses, categorizing them and detailing their characteristics. It distinguishes between professional and semi-professional thieves, highlighting their motivations and methods, and defines types of property offenses such as burglary, theft, and criminal mischief. The text also provides a comprehensive breakdown of criminal mischief offenses, including arson and graffiti, with specific definitions for property and methods of valuation for

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72:21

Arrest, Search, and Seizure: Terms and Offenses

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/25

Basic Peace Officer Course outlines the conditions necessary for a lawful arrest, defining key terms like restraint and custody. It details various offenses against government operations, such as resisting arrest, evading detention, hindering apprehension, and interfering with public duties, including penalties and specific defenses. Furthermore, the text covers exemptions from arrest for legislators and military personnel, alongside practical procedures for arresting, handcuffing, searching, and

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39:01

Weapons Offenses: Laws and Definitions

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/17

This handout provides an overview of weapons offenses under Penal Code Chapter 46, beginning with definitions for various weapon types like clubs, firearms, explosive devices, and ammunition. It then details specific unlawful acts such as possessing firearms after a felony conviction or while subject to a protective order, carrying certain weapons in prohibited locations like schools or airports, and unlawfully transferring weapons, including making firearms accessible to children. The document also

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105:05

Texas Motor Vehicle Operation Laws

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/03

This extensive legal document outlines traffic laws and regulations in Texas, covering a wide array of topics for safe road operation. It defines rules for driving practices, including passing, turning, lane usage, and maintaining safe following distances, along with specific stipulations for one-way roads and divided highways. The text also details regulations for stopping, standing, and parking vehicles, alongside provisions for speed limits that vary based on location, vehicle type, and

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70:31

Racial Profiling, Legal Stops, and Officer Conduct

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/01

This source provides an extensive overview of racial profiling within law enforcement, emphasizing its prohibition and outlining the legal, ethical, and moral responsibilities of peace officers. It details the historical context of drug courier profiles and their inappropriate adaptation, alongside specific examples of racially motivated traffic stops. The document further explains legislative requirements for law enforcement agencies regarding racial profiling policies, including data collection

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72:19

Texas Transportation Code: Highway Patrol Student Manual

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/01

This comprehensive manual outlines the Texas Transportation Code, providing essential information for law enforcement, particularly the Highway Patrol. It details a wide array of traffic laws and regulations, including those pertaining to vehicle registration, driver's licenses, equipment requirements, and rules of the road. The document also addresses specific scenarios like collisions, abandoned vehicles, and driving under the influence, defining key terms and explaining the legal ramifications of

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72:19

Texas Transportation Code: Highway Patrol Student Manual

State and Federal Law ·

2025/07/01

This comprehensive manual outlines the Texas Transportation Code, providing essential information for law enforcement, particularly the Highway Patrol. It details a wide array of traffic laws and regulations, including those pertaining to vehicle registration, driver's licenses, equipment requirements, and rules of the road. The document also addresses specific scenarios like collisions, abandoned vehicles, and driving under the influence, defining key terms and explaining the legal ramifications of

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76:25

Constitutional Amendments and Criminal Justice System

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/27

This handout, presented by Instructor Todd Kidwell of Denton PD, offers a comprehensive overview of Constitutional Amendments 8, 9, 10, and 14, focusing on their implications within the Criminal Justice System and Arrest Search and Seizure (ArS&S). The document details the Eighth Amendment's protections against excessive bail, fines, and cruel punishment, referencing relevant Texas constitutional articles and the Code of Criminal Procedure (CCP) regarding bail procedures and magistrates' duties

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56:55

Warrants, Arrest, and Constitutional Rights in Law...

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/27

This handout, likely for law enforcement training, provides an overview of the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Seventh Amendments to the U.S. Constitution, along with relevant sections from the Texas Constitution and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure (CCP). It details the Fourth Amendment's protections against unreasonable searches and seizures, defining concepts like mere suspicion, reasonable suspicion, and probable cause, and outlining warrant requirements and exceptions. The document also explains

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85:09

Texas Criminal Procedure and Public Order Offenses

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/27

This comprehensive document provides an introduction to the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure (CCP), outlining its purpose as the rulebook for criminal justice administration in Texas and distinguishing its objectives from the Penal Code. It meticulously identifies various peace officers within Texas, including special categories like railroad and adjunct officers, and details their specific duties, powers, and limitations. Furthermore, the source offers a historical overview of the U.S

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33:17

TCOLE #3188 - 88th State and Federal Law Update...

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/05

This instructional text outlines TCOLE Course #3188, focusing on the Texas 88th State and Federal Law Update for 2023-2025. It aims to inform Texas law enforcement and legal professionals about significant changes resulting from the 2023 legislative session and recent court decisions. Key areas covered include TCOLE administrative updates, changes to various Texas codes, school safety measures, and relevant federal law, emphasizing themes of law and order, the fentanyl crisis, and enhanced school

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5:19

TCOLE #3188 - 88th State and Federal Law Update...

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/05

This audio transcript outlines TCOLE Course #3188, designed to update Texas law enforcement and legal professionals on significant state and federal law changes from 2023-2025, emphasizing legislative updates from the 88th Texas Legislature. Key themes include Law and Order initiatives, responses to the fentanyl crisis, and enhanced school safety. The training also highlights new mandated requirements, such as increased hours for ALERRT active shooter response training and a new course on sexual

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39:30

Updates to Offenses Against Persons and Property

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/05

The source outlines updates to Texas law, specifically focusing on offenses against persons and property. These changes include extending the statute of limitations for family violence, prohibiting pet ownership after certain animal cruelty convictions, and increasing the penalty for boating while intoxicated with a child passenger. New legislation also addresses illegal voting, catalytic converter theft, and voyeurism by incorporating the use of electronic means. Finally, the updates expand law

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4:48

Texas Fentanyl Law Revisions (HB 6)

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/05

This excerpt from a training module on the Texas Penal Code focuses on revisions made by the 88th Legislature, specifically addressing the fentanyl crisis through House Bill 6. A significant change establishes a new murder offense for supplying fentanyl that results in death, escalating accountability for distributors. Additionally, the law imposes stricter penalties for manufacturing or delivering fentanyl by reducing the quantity thresholds required for more severe felony charges. The bill also

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4:45

Criminal Procedure Updates: Alerts and Citations

State and Federal Law ·

2025/06/05

The source, "Criminal Procedure Updates and Alert Systems," outlines changes to the Code of Criminal Procedure, detailing how recent legislative actions impact law enforcement. Specifically, it discusses the implementation of the new Athena Alert system, which expands the tools available for locating missing children in situations that don't meet the strict criteria of an AMBER Alert. Furthermore, the text explains House Bill 410, a measure requiring Texas law enforcement agencies to adopt Cite and

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