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What is the primary purpose of an arrest?
What is the primary purpose of an arrest?
- To interrogate a suspect indefinitely
- To punish someone for committing a crime
- To gather evidence against a suspect
- To detain someone prior to charging them with a crime (correct)
Which of the following conditions is NOT required for a lawful arrest in New South Wales?
Which of the following conditions is NOT required for a lawful arrest in New South Wales?
- Witnessing the crime
- Reasonable suspicion of a crime
- Having an arrest warrant
- Obtaining a confession from the suspect (correct)
What is the maximum detention period for a suspect before they must be charged or released, according to the Law Enforcement (Power and Responsibility) Act 2002 (NSW)?
What is the maximum detention period for a suspect before they must be charged or released, according to the Law Enforcement (Power and Responsibility) Act 2002 (NSW)?
- 6 hours (correct)
- 24 hours
- 14 days
- 48 hours
If a suspect is charged under The Terrorism (Police Powers) Act 2002 (NSW), what is the maximum detention period without charge?
If a suspect is charged under The Terrorism (Police Powers) Act 2002 (NSW), what is the maximum detention period without charge?
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What legal document is used to summon a witness to court?
What legal document is used to summon a witness to court?
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