North Carolina Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) State Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of disturbance?

1. Labor disputes

2. Sports gathering

3. Civil disobedience

4. Riot

The correct answer is: Sports gathering

When determining which choice is not typically categorized as a type of disturbance, it's essential to recognize what constitutes a disturbance in the context of public safety and law enforcement. Labor disputes, civil disobedience, and riots are all situations that involve significant disruption to public order, often characterized by conflict or confrontational behavior between groups or with authorities. Labor disputes arise from conflicts between employees and employers, which can lead to protests or strikes that disrupt public peace. Civil disobedience involves acts of peaceful protest against laws or policies considered unjust, yet it can still lead to disturbances as it often draws police presence and public confrontation. Riots are marked by violent disorder or uproar, clearly falling within the category of disturbances due to the chaos they generate. In contrast, a sports gathering, while it can sometimes lead to disturbances (such as when fans become unruly), is primarily an event characterized by participation and enjoyment rather than inherently being a disturbance on its own. Therefore, it does not fit the definition of a disturbance as clearly as the other options. This distinction makes it the correct choice as the one not listed as a type of disturbance.