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Quiz about Law Enforcement Reality Shows

Law Enforcement Reality Shows Trivia Quiz

Police and related professions have always been exciting fodder for television shows. Here's a quiz on some of the most popular. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.

A multiple-choice quiz by neon000. Estimated time: 4 mins.

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neon000

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4 mins

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275,479

Updated
Jul 23 22

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Question 1 of 10

1. This show made its debut in 1989 on Fox Television in the United States. It followed city and state police officers on patrol. What show was it? Hint

Police

Stop in the Name of the Law!

We Have a Warrant!

COPS

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Question 2 of 10

2. This show was hosted by a real-life former police sergeant. The footage included clips of crashes, chases and other bizarre incidents from police departments around the U.S. and other countries. What show was it? Hint

Oh No, They're Going to Crash

On the Lam

Look Out!

World's Wildest Police Videos

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Question 3 of 10

3. This series aired on A&E in the United States. It followed the special police teams in one of the largest cities in the southern U.S. Officers raided the houses of particularly dangerous suspects. Which show was it? Hint

Behind the Badge

Justice in Action

Takedown

Dallas S.W.A.T.

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Question 4 of 10

4. This show profiles a group of female bounty hunters in the state of Florida. It debuted on Court TV in 2007. Which of the following is it? Hint

Bounty Girls Miami

Bail Jumpers Beware

Wife, Mom, Bounty Hunter

Skip Tracers

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Question 5 of 10

5. This series aired from 1993-1999. It included police camera footage as well as reenactments. The host of the show was Maury Hannigan. The primary focus of the program was the state police. What show was it? Hint

Real Stories of the Highway Patrol

True Tales of the Radar Gun

Speed Trap

Caught by the Law

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Question 6 of 10

6. This Court TV program began in 2007. It profiled the events involved in the booking process, as well as detention prior to trial. What was the name of this show? Hint

In the Clink

Inside American Jail

Behind Bars

Under Arrest

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Question 7 of 10

7. This series followed the ASPCA's Humane Law Enforcement officers in New York City. It debuted on Animal Planet in 2001. The series was narrated by actor Michael Madsen. What is the title of this show? Hint

Animal Control

Animal Precinct

Animal Patrol

Animal Safety

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Question 8 of 10

8. This series profiled the Los Angeles Police Department. It aired from 1995 to 1999. The show was carried on Fox Television in the United States. What was the name of this program? Hint

City of Angels

California Crime Fighters

L.A. Patrol

LAPD: Life on the Beat

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Question 9 of 10

9. This show followed a group of recruits as they went through the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Academy. It aired for one season, in 2007. The group was known as Class 355. What show was this? Hint

The Academy

To Serve and Protect

Rookies

To Wear the Badge

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Question 10 of 10

10. This show presented video clips of poor driving from suspects fleeing the police. There were two versions of the show, the first with a British host, the second starring American John Bunnell. What was it? Hint

On the Lam

Four Wheels of Danger

The World's Worst Drivers

Crashes and Chases

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. This show made its debut in 1989 on Fox Television in the United States. It followed city and state police officers on patrol. What show was it?

Answer: COPS

Among the departments the show profiled in the early seasons were Seattle, Washington and Miami, Florida. It would later include cities all over the country.

Answer: World's Wildest Police Videos

Some of the footage came from news clips, while other segments were filmed by police helicopter crews. The host was John Bunnell, a former police sergeant from Portland, Oregon, whose department was featured many times on "Cops."

Answer: Dallas S.W.A.T.

S.W.A.T. stands for Special Weapons and Tactics. The armed response teams were first employed by police in Los Angeles. After the Dallas show premiered, a series about the Houston S.W.A.T. was also filmed.

4. This show profiles a group of female bounty hunters in the state of Florida. It debuted on Court TV in 2007. Which of the following is it?

Answer: Bounty Girls Miami

The crew of four bounty hunters works for Sunshine State Bail Bonds. The agency is owned by Jim Viola.

Answer: Real Stories of the Highway Patrol

During the show's tenure, Maury Hannigan was commissioner of the California Highway Patrol. After its original run, the show moved to the cable network Fox Reality.

6. This Court TV program began in 2007. It profiled the events involved in the booking process, as well as detention prior to trial. What was the name of this show?

Answer: Inside American Jail

The show was produced by John Langley. He was also the producer for "Cops" and "Video Justice."

Answer: Animal Precinct

HLE officers have the power to arrest. Among the most frequent topics of cases dealt with on the show are the neglect and abuse of animals, and the containment of abandoned or feral animals. Officer Annemarie Lucas also appeared in ad campaigns for the ASPCA.

8. This series profiled the Los Angeles Police Department. It aired from 1995 to 1999. The show was carried on Fox Television in the United States. What was the name of this program?

Answer: LAPD: Life on the Beat

Before commercial breaks, the show offered questions about crime statistics. "Life on the Beat" also featured clips of helicopter footage from the Air Division.

9. This show followed a group of recruits as they went through the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Academy. It aired for one season, in 2007. The group was known as Class 355. What show was this?

Answer: The Academy

Most of the recruits were tethered to the L.A. County Sheriff's Department. However, some also aimed to join city departments in the region. The series was unflinching as it showed many prospects who were unable to complete the course.

Answer: The World's Worst Drivers

In the original show, the host looked on from a helicopter. The second aired in syndication on Court TV.

Source: Author neon000

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