Republic of the Philippines

PROFESSIONAL REGULATION COMMISSION

Manila, Philippines

CORRECTIONAL ADMINISTRATION

INSTRUCTION: Select the correct answer for each of the following questions. Mark only one answer for each item by
marking the box corresponding to the letter of your choice on the answer sheet provided. STRICTLY NO ERASURES
ALLOWED. Use pencil no. 1 only.

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. The BPP may recommend to the President the grant of executive clemency to a prisoner when the following
extraordinary circumstances are present, except:
A. Inmate who is 70 years old and above who have served at least 5 years of their sentence.
B. When inmate is suffering from severe physical disability
C. When inmate is suffering from serious illness
D. Such other circumstances when best interest of justice will be served thereby.

2. An inmate who is about to be release shall be proceeded at the separation and placement center for how many days
before his actual release.
A. 25 days C. 30 days
B. 35 days D. 60 days

3. Which of the following is a place for the confinement of minimum security prisoner?
A. Camp Sampaguita C. Quarantine Unit
B. RDC D. AFP Stockade

4. The required ratio in the routinary custody of inmate in Jail is:

A. 1:5 C. 1:7
B. 1:6 D. 1:8

5. A procedure that is conducted in jail and in prison where an inmate upon arrival at the place of confinement will be
stripped out for search of contrabands.
A. Operation Shakdown. C. Operation Bakal.
B. Operation Greyhound. D. Operation Shakedown.

6. The only Roman place of confinement, which was built under the main sewer of Rome in 64 B.C. is known as
A. Mamertime Prison. C. Bridewell Workhouse.
B. Dartmoor Prison. D. Walnut Street Jail.

7. The law which fully deducts the period of the offender’s preventive imprisonment is known as
A. R.A. 6127. C. R.A. 2761.
B. P.D. 6127. D. P.D. 2761.

8. A felony of grave coercion is committed by a public officer or employee who maltreats a detained prisoner who is not
under his custody. The statement is:
A. True, because he is a public officer.
B. True, because he overdoes himself in the correction of handling of such prisoner.
C. False, it should be maltreatment of Prisoner.
D. False, Physical injury is committed.

Situation: The maximum term of sentence of Mr. Pedro is 4 years and 2 months, with an actual confinement of 2 years
and 8 months and 21 days.

9. In case Mr. Pedro will be granted for GCTA by the Chief of the RDC, how many days each month shall be deducted for
his good behavior?
A. 10 days/month C. 5 days/month
B. 8 days/month D. None of the above

10. How about the unserved portion of his sentence?

A. 11 months and 5 days C. 10 months and 3 days
B. 11 months and 3 days D. 10 months and 5 days

11. Jose was convicted of a crime and sentenced to serve an imprisonment of 10 months to 2 years. Pedro is considered
as.
A. Insular prisoner C. Provincial prisoner
B. City prisoner D. Municipal prisoner

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12. Camp Bukang Liwayway is also known as:
A. Minimum security camp C. Maximum security camp
B. Medium security camp D. Reception Center

13. The decrepit transport, former warships used to house prisoners. These are termed as
A. Hulks C. Galleys.
B. Gaols. D. galeon

14. The following are the instances when judgment of conviction becomes final, EXCEPT:
A. when the sentence has been partially or totally served.
B. when the accused applies for probation.
C. after the lapse of perfecting an appeal which is 15 days.
D. none of the above.

Situation: Mr. Tim Mckay who was convicted for 20 years imprisonment, was confined in Muntinlupa for 10 years. On
December 13, 2006, at exactly 2:00 a.m. conflagration occurred causing Mr. Tim and his co-inmates to escape.

15. After 1 day upon the declaration of the Chief Executive of the passing away of such conflagration, Mr. Tim voluntarily
surrendered himself to the Penal Superintendent. The said prisoner is entitled for
A.¼ deduction for his sentence C. 1/5 deduction for his sentence
B.1/6 deduction for his sentence D. 1/3 deduction for his sentence

16. In case Mr. Tim did not escape from his place of confinement during the calamity, is he entitled for ¼ deduction of the
period of his sentence?
A. Yes C. No
B. Maybe D. Both A & B

17. How about if Mr. Tim disarmed the guards and escaped?
A. He will be liable under Art. 159 of RPC C. He will be liable under Art. 157 of RPC
B. He will be liable under Art. 160 of RPC D. none of the above

18. After 5 years of such calamity, Mr. Tim was granted for GCTA and will be given a deduction of
A. 5 days/month. C. 8 days/month.
B. 10 days/month. D. 15 days/month.

19. The primary law governing the Philippine Correctional System is

A. Revised Penal Code C. Revised Administrative Code
B. 1987 Philippine Constitution D. Rules of Court of the Philippines
20. A warrant issued by the court bearing its seal and the signature of a judge, directing the jail or prison authorities to
receive inmates for custody or service of sentence imposed is called
A. Court Order . C. Commitment Order
B. Court Decision D. Confinement Order

21. Who is the Director of the Irish Prison who introduced the Irish system that modified the Maconochies Mark System?
A. Manuel Montesimus C. Walter Crofton
B. Domets of France D. Zebulon Brockway

22. Who shall grant his GCTA?

A. Penal Superintendent C. Jail Warden
B. Court with proper jurisdiction D. Director of BUCOR

23.Which of the following is the first consideration before any effective rehabilitation programs can be undertaken.
A. Medical and health service . C. Orientation
B. Education and Training D. Basic physiological needs

24. Mr. “N” was sentenced to serve a maximum sentence of not more than six (6) years. He filed petition for probation, but
his petition will not be considered if:
A. He was convicted of subversion
B. He was previously convicted by final judgment of an offense punished by imprisonment of not less
than one month and one day and/or fine of not less than PhP200.00
C. He was previously granted probation
D. He was previously granted parole.

25. After release, from jail or prison, when does a parolee present himself to the Parole and Probation Officer?
A. At least one month from release.
B. Within 3 weeks from release
C. At least 3 weeks from release
D. Within the period prescribed in the Release Document

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26. One of the purposes of Adult Probation is to:
A. Prevent the commission of crimes.
B. Place the offender outside police power of the state
C. Foster closer relationship between the offender and the judge who promulgated the Probation Order.
D. Create a probation office.

27. What is the action of the court in case a probationer violated the condition of his probation order?
A. Court orders the release of the probationer to the community.
B. Court directs probationer to re-apply for probation
C. Court revokes probation and probationer serves original sentence imposed by court.
D. Court punishes the probationer.

28. The BPP may consider petition for absolute pardon even before the grant official release and discharge in any of the
following:
A. Petitioner is emigrating.
B. Petitioner is seeking re-instatement in the government service.
C. Petitioner is going to be appointed in a private placement work.
D. Petitioner is preparing for his final examination.

29. Which of the following is a prerogative of the Chief Executive with concurrence of Congress.
A. Parole C. Probation
B. Pardon D. Amnesty

30. Mr. “Y” was sentenced to a prison term of Arresto mayor. Will he qualify for probation?
A. No, his sentence is six years and one day.
B. Yes, his sentence is less than six years and one day.
C. Yes, his sentence is one month and one day to six months.
D. No, his sentence is more than six years and one day.

31. Which of the following statement is true?

A. A parolee who is recommitted to prison by the Board shall be made to serve the remaining unexpired
portion of the maximum sentence.
B. A parolee may be authorized by the Parole and Probation Officer to travel outside of his operational jurisdiction
for a period of more than 60 days.
C. It is mandatory for the parolee to comply with the terms and condition appearing in the Release Document.
D. The parolee can transfer to a residence other than that indicated in the Release Document without the prior
written approval of the Regional Director subject to confirmation of DBB.

32. What document is issued to a parolee when the maximum period of his prison term has expired?
A. Certificate of final release
B. Certificate of final discharge
C. Certificate of final release and discharge
D. Certificate of prison term completion

33. When can a drug user be placed on probation?

A. First time offender
B. First time minor drug offender
C. First time offender and less than 15 years old
D. Second time offender

34. Where did probation originate?

A. England C. Philippines
B. USA D. France

35. Mario was convicted by the competent court and was sentenced to serve an imprisonment of 1 month to 3 years.
Under PD # 29, he is classified as a
A. Municipal prisoner C. Provincial prisoner.
B. City prisoner D. National prisoner.

36. Charlie was convicted in violation of R.A. # 9165 and was sentenced of imprisonment for a period of 12 years and 1
day to 20 years or also known as
A. Prision Mayor. C. Prision Correctional .
B. Reclusion Temporal. D. Reclusion Perpetua.

37. Former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo is being investigated of her alleged conversation with COMELEC
Garcillano. Once it will be proven, she will be prosecuted and eventually to be punished. This only explains one juridical
condition of penalty known as
A. Personal. C. Certain.
B. Equal. D. Legal.

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38. If the inmate agrees to abide by the same disciplinary rules upon convicted prisoners, he shall be asked to manifest
his
A. Certification. C. Certification in writing.
B. Agreement in writing. D. None of the above
39. The Chief, BJMP is appointed by the
A. President. C. DILG Secretary.
B. Director of the Bureau. D. All of the above

40. Parole originated in:

A. Philippines C. Europe
B. USA D. Japan

41. The Indeterminate sentence law is ________

A. Act 4013 C. Act 4310
B. Act 4103 D. Act 4031

42. It is the nature of the hearing for violation of conditions of probation.

A. Summary in nature C. Mechanical in nature
B. Penal in nature D. Technical in nature

43. A probationer and parolee have this in common, except:

A. Both committed crimes C. Both have been sentenced by the court
B. Both are persons D. Both have not served their sentence

44. The main difference between probationer and parolee is that

A. The former has not served any part of his sentence.
B. The latter has not served any part of his sentence.
C. The former has partly served sentence.
D. The latter has undergone post- sentence

45. An offender, to be entitled to be placed under PD 968 must satisfy one of the following:
A. Sentenced to serve a maximum term of imprisonment of more than six years.
B. Had been once on probation.
D. Sentenced to serve six years or less
C. Convicted of a heinous crime.

46. It is granted by the Chief Executive without and conditions to it, presumably to do away with the miscarriage of justice.
It extinguishes criminal liability.
A. Parole C. Amnesty
B. Absolute pardon D. Pardon

47. The Director of the Bureau of Corrections or the warden shall forward the _____ of the prisoner to the BPP for
evaluation and consideration for parole.
A. Prison record and carpeta
B. Clothes and personal belongings
C. Recommendation and investigation results
D. Result of publication of names of prisoners

48. The first salaried federal probation officer.

A. Richard McSweeney C. Richard Mc Sweeny
B. Edward Hartwell Savage D. Richard McSweetney

49.The following are the tasks of the Quarantine Unit EXCEPT

A. Physical and mental examination to determine fitness
B. Orientation of prison rules
C. Private interview
D. Classify inmates according to security status

50. Female inmates for incarceration as national prisoners or those with more than 3 years maximum sentence will be
brought directly to the
A. Correctional Institution for Women
B. New Bilibid Prison
C. Reception and Diagnostic Center
D. Classification Unit

51.After taking all the cash and other personal property from the inmate or detainee, a duplicate copy should be given to
the inmate for the reason of
A. The inmate will retrieve his cash and personal property after confinement
B. This is to ensure that the personal property of the inmates will be secured
C. This will be kept under the custody of the property custodian
D. Preclude any possibilities or allegations of grafts

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52. The Bureau of Jail Management and Penology was created pursuant to
A. R.A. 8551 C. R.A. 7160
B. R.A. 6975 D. R.A. 9263

53. The first female federal probation officer

A. Marie Curtis C. Margaret Stehli
B. Marie Sweeney D. Margaret Stacey

54. This means that, “if the defendant successfully completes probation, the criminal conviction will not be place on his
record.”
A. Suspended sentence C. Relayed sentence
B. Delayed sentence D. Deferred sentence

55. They assist probation and parole officers in the supervision of probationers.
A. Volunteer probation aides C. Volunteer probation officers
B. Volunteer workers D. Volunteer community workers

56. Mr. “X” was convicted to suffer imprisonment of prision correccional. Can the offender file petition for probation?
A. Yes, because his sentence is less than six (6) years.
B. Yes, because there was a PSIR
C. Yes, because his sentence is from 0-6-1 to 6-0-0.
D. Yes because he was convicted.

57. Mr. “ P” was previously convicted to a sentence of 15 days. He served imprisonment for this conviction. After several
years he was sentenced to suffer imprisonment of 0-6-1 after committing another crime. Can he file petition for probation
for his present conviction, despite of his previous conviction?
A. Yes, because his present conviction is not more than 6 years.
B. Yes, because his previous conviction is less than one month and one day
C. No, because his previous conviction would disqualify him to avail of probation
D. No, because probation is only once.

58. Probation is not co-terminus with its period because:

A. The court may order final discharge of the probationer upon consideration of the summary report of the
probation officer.
B. The court will order final discharge of the probationer upon application of the probation.
C. The court will discharge probationer taking into consideration the good behavior of the probationer.
D. The court will order final discharge of the probationer upon consideration of the final report of the
probation officer.

59. What laws are amended P.D. 968?

A. PD 1257 B. PD 1458 C. PD 1990 D. RA 9344
A. A, B & C C. A,B & D
B. A, C & D D. A, B & D

60. The New Bilibid Prison was established by virtue of the Revised Administrative Code, specifically section:
A. 1807 C. 1709
B. 1708 D. 1878

61. The staff member in the RDC who is responsible for the evaluation of the character and behavior of the prisoner
is:
A. Chaplain C. Psychiatrist
B. Psychologist D. Custodial-correctional officer

62. The procedure in the admission of prisoners the purpose of which is to make sure that documents contains the
signature of the judge or the signature of the clerk of court, and the seal of the court is termed as:
A. Receiving C. Checking of commitment papers
B. Searching D. Identification

63. The prisoners who cannot be trusted in open condition and maybe allowed to work outside the fence or walls of the
penal institution but under guards or escorts are known as:
A. Medium Security Prisoners
B. Maximum Security Prisoners
C. Minimum Security Prisoners
D. Super Maximum Security Prisoners

64. The special group of prisoners composed of incorrigibles and highly dangerous persons are also known as:
A. Maximum Security Prisoners C. Medium Security Prisoners
B. Super maximum security prisoners D. None of the above

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65. A national prisoner is one who is sentenced:
A. to maximum term of imprisonment of more than 3 years or to a fine of more than PhP5,000.00
B. for violating custom laws within the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Customs
C. to serve 2 or more prison sentences in the aggregate exceeding 3 years.
D. to serve 3 or more years sentences in the aggregate exceeding 3 years.
A. A,B, and C C. B,C and D
B. A,B, and D D. A, C and D

66. If a parolee dies during parole supervision, the _______ shall immediately transmit a certified true copy of the
parolee’s death certificate to the _______.
A. PPO; Board C. Board; PPO
B. Board; President D. Barangay Chairman; PPO

67. This is submitted by the PPO concerned to the Board thru the Technical Services of the PPA, not later than 15
working days regarding the date the parolee reported for supervision.
A. Arrival report C. Final report
B. Summary report D. Briefing report

68. Who approves transfer of residence of a parolee; and who confirms said transfer?
A. BPP; Regional Director C. BPP; Regional Director
B. Regional Director; BPP D. PPO; BPP

69. An outside travel of a parolee for a period of not more than 30 days is approved by _________.
A. Regional Director C. CPPO
B. BPP D. PPO concerned

70. Maximum security prisoners are confined in the:

A. NBP Main Building C. Camp Bukang Liwayway
B. Camp Sampaguita D. None of the above

71. The procedure in admitting prisoners which purpose is to insure that the person being committed is the same as the
person being named in the commitment order.
A. Receiving C. checking of commitment papers
B. Searching D. Identification

72. Use of telephone of inmate in prison after showing a good behavior is earned after 90 days. In such case an inmate is
entitled to:
A. 5 minutes C. 3 minutes
B. Not exceeding 5 minutes D. Not exceeding 3 minutes

73. The only program that is conducted during the free time schedule is called:
A. Religious services C. Recreational programs
B. Prison Education D. All of the above

74. The one in charge for immediate sounding of alarm in case of emergency.
A. Warden C. Control Center
B. Information Center D. Custodial Force

75. The Sablayan Penal Colony is located at:

A. Occidental Mindoro C. Oriental Mindoro
B. Leyte D. Palawan

76. The travel abroad of a parolee is approved by_______ and confirmed by____________.
A. Regional Director; BPP C. BPP; administrator
B. PPO; Regional Director D. Administrator; BPP

77. Which of the following is false;

A. A Progress Report is submitted to the BPP when a parolee has committed another crime and case is not yet
decided by the court.
B. A Violation Report is submitted to the BPP when parole violates other conditions appearing in his release
document.
C. Infraction report is submitted to the BPP where parolee is subsequently convicted of another crime
D. Upon receipt of a Summary Report, the BPP may issue an order of arrest and recommitment.

78. The following inmates shall not be granted parole:

A. Those convicted of offenses punished with death penalty
B. Those convicted of treason
C. Those convicted of mutiny or piracy
D. Those whose maximum term of imprisonment exceed one(1) year
A. B, C & D C. A, B & C
B. A, B & D D. A, C & D

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79. It is the nature of the grant of probation.
A. A mere privilege C. A matter of choice
B. A matter of right D. A mere whim and caprice

80. Within how many days, from release, should the parolee present himself to the PPO for supervision?
A. Within 30 days
B. Within the period prescribed in the FRD
C. Within 45 days
D. Within the period prescribed in the Release Document

81. The maximum period of probation for a person sentenced to suffer arresto mayor.
A. 3 years C. 6 years
B. 2 years and 6 months D. 2 years

82. Nature of a court hearing of violation of condition of probation

A. Summary in nature C. mother nature
B. Confidential in nature D. privilege in nature

83. The following are disqualified from probation, except:

A. Sentence to serve imprisonment of more than 6 years.
B. Who have been once on probation
C. Previously convicted by final judgment of a fine of not more than PhP 200.00.
D. Serving sentence at the time substantive provision of PD 968 became applicable.

84. A majority of all the members of the Board shall constitute a __________.
A. Quorum C. Resolution
B. Penalty D. Deliberation

85. In terms of service of sentence of a prisoner, his case may be reviewed by BPP for possible communication of
sentence if he has served:
A. One-third (1/3) of the definite or aggregate prison term
B. One-half (1/2) of the maximum of his prison sentence.
C. One-third (1/3) of the minimum of his indeterminate sentence.
D. One-half (1/2) of the minimum of his definite prison sentence.

86. The offender may be granted absolute pardon under any of the following circumstances, except:
A. He served his maximum sentence C. Court termination of probation
B. Granted final release and discharge D. Paid his fine

87. It transferred the function of supervising parolees to the Parole and Probation Administration.
A. Executive Order 292 C. Executive Order 922
B. Executive Order 229 D. Executive Order 293

88. Referral of inmates for health reason or special treatment outside the jail shall be allowed upon:
A. approval of warden C. approval of court
B. approval of Medical officer D. approval of Chief BJMP

89. The law that established the Correctional Institution for Women in 1931 is known as
A. R.A. 6036 C. R.A. 3579
B. R.A. 3732 D. R.A. 6975

90. The rank of the deputy chief for administration in the BJMP is
A. Director. C. superintendent.
B. Chief superintendent. D. senior superintendent.

91. Grave misconduct in the performance of official duty when committed for the first time carries with it the penalty of
A. Suspension for 1 year. C. dismissal.
B. Suspension for 6 months. D. transfer.

92. The admitting officer or jailer shall accomplish a jail booking report in four copies to be distributed to the following
offices except
A. BJMP central office . C. Provincial administrator’s office.
B. Regional office. D. Office of the president.

93. “The society is protected from the further depredations of criminals if they are all imprisoned immediately after
committing a crime”. This justification of penalty is known as
A. Expiation C. Reformation.
B. Deterrence. D. Protection.

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94. ‘Floating hell” is also known as
A. Gaols. C. Galleys.
B. Hulks. D. Transportation.

95. The code which specified punishment according to the social class of offenders is known as
A. Justinian Code. C. Greek Code of Draco.
B. Burgundian Code. D. Code of King Hammurabi .

96. The warden shall issue a ___ under oath if the detainee refused to abide with the rules applied by the court under the
provision of Art. 29 of RPC, on the rules applied to convicted offenders.
A. Manifestation. C. Certification of Agreement.
B. Certification. D. Report

97. The desk officer shall carefully check the credentials of the person(s) bringing in the inmate to determine his/their
A. Authenticity of commitment order. C. Identity and authority.
B. Contraband. D. Personal property.

98. This is known as the Indeterminate Sentence law.

A. Act No. 4031 C. Act No. 4103
B. Act No. 4310 D. Act No. 4301

99. The following are the authorized disciplinary punishment imposable to inmates except
A. Reprimand.
B. Close confinement which shall not exceed 8 days.
C. Cancellation of visiting hours.
D. None of the above

100. A felony of grave coercion is committed by a public officer or employee who maltreats a detained prisoner who is not
under his custody. The statement is:
A. True, because he is a public officer.
B. True, because he overdoes himself in the correction of handling of such prisoner.
C. False, it should be maltreatment of Prisoner.
D. False, Physical injury is committed.

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