Policing Unit Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the levels of policing in America? Options: local, state, federal

Back

criminal

Front

A writ, issued by a judicial officer, directing law enforcement to make an arrest, conduct a search, or carry out some other action for the administration of justice is known as:

Back

a warrant

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the Miranda Warnings?

• Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.
• You have the right to remain silent.
• You have the right to plead guilty.
• You have the right to an attorney.

Back

You have the right to plead guilty.

Front

Taking a person into physical custody for the purpose of charging them with a criminal offense is known as:

Back

arrest

Front

This is the order of authority. It establishes definite lines of authority and channels of communication.

Back

chain of command

Front

The level of justification needed to have an arrest warrant issued by a judge.

Back

probable cause

Front

At the beginning of their shift, police officers have a meeting with their shift sergeant called ____________.

Back

roll call

Front

The police must establish _______________ before being able to secure a search warrant and/or conduct a lawful search.

Back

probable cause

Front

The purpose of arresting a suspect is to:

Back

charge them with a criminal offense

Front

A _______________ is someone who personally sees, hears, or otherwise observes something relating to the incident under investigation.

Back

witness