What can happen if evidence indicates non-compliance with moral character standards?

• A. The officer would be promoted.
• B. No action would be taken.
• C. The officer would be given a verbal warning.
• D. CJSTC may deny the officer's certification.

Answer: (D)

The key idea is that ethical fitness is essential for who can be certified to serve as an officer. When there is evidence of non-compliance with moral character standards, the certification authority—CJSTC—has the power to deny certification. This is the appropriate remedy because certification is the credential that publicly validates an officer’s ability to uphold ethical and professional standards; denying it prevents someone who lacks the necessary moral character from serving.

Promoting an officer, issuing a verbal warning, or taking no action would not align with the seriousness of violating moral character standards and could undermine public trust and safety.