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Process for Arresting a Suspect

Process for Arresting a Suspect

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video tutorial explains the process of arresting an individual accused of a crime, depending on whether the crime is witnessed by an officer or not. If witnessed, the officer can arrest immediately. If not, evidence must be presented to a judicial officer to issue an arrest warrant. Arrests can also occur via indictment. Execution of arrest warrants must follow specific guidelines, especially regarding private premises.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action can a law enforcement officer take if they witness a crime happening?

File a report and leave the scene

Arrest the individual immediately

Wait for a warrant to be issued

Call for backup and observe

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When a crime is not witnessed by an officer, what is the next step in the legal process?

The officer issues an arrest warrant on their own

Evidence is gathered and presented to a judicial officer

The case is closed due to lack of evidence

The suspect is immediately detained

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who typically issues an arrest warrant when a crime is not directly observed by law enforcement?

The district attorney

A Magistrate Judge

The police chief

The arresting officer

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must be included for an arrest warrant to allow entry into private premises?

A police badge

A witness statement

A verbal agreement

A search warrant

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How should an arrest warrant be executed?

According to the officer's discretion

In coordination with the suspect's lawyer

In accordance with its terms

Only during daylight hours

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