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A police officer witnesses a suspect commit a minor traffic violation. Under what circumstances would the officer be justified in making an arrest?
A police officer witnesses a suspect commit a minor traffic violation. Under what circumstances would the officer be justified in making an arrest?
- Only if the offense qualifies as an arrestable offense under applicable law, even if it's a minor traffic violation. (correct)
- If the suspect is driving a vehicle that appears to be unregistered.
- If the suspect refuses to provide identification to the officer.
- If the suspect is known to the officer to have a history of reckless driving.
Which of the following scenarios describes a situation where an officer would be justified in using deadly force?
Which of the following scenarios describes a situation where an officer would be justified in using deadly force?
- To prevent a suspect from fleeing the scene of a non-violent property crime.
- When a suspect verbally threatens an officer but makes no physical advances.
- To subdue a suspect resisting arrest for a misdemeanor offense.
- When an officer reasonably believes the suspect poses an imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm to the officer or others. (correct)
What is the primary distinction between a cognizable offense and a non-cognizable offense?
What is the primary distinction between a cognizable offense and a non-cognizable offense?
- In cognizable offenses, a police officer can arrest without a warrant; in non-cognizable offenses, they generally cannot. (correct)
- Cognizable offenses involve physical harm, while non-cognizable offenses involve only property damage.
- Cognizable offenses are investigated by federal agencies, while non-cognizable offenses are handled by local police.
- Cognizable offenses require a warrant for arrest, while non-cognizable offenses do not.
A man finds a wallet on the street containing $500 and several credit cards. He uses one of the credit cards to buy groceries. What offense has he most likely committed?
A man finds a wallet on the street containing $500 and several credit cards. He uses one of the credit cards to buy groceries. What offense has he most likely committed?
A tenant is evicted from their apartment. Angered, they return and damage the property, causing $1,000 worth of damage. What crime did they commit?
A tenant is evicted from their apartment. Angered, they return and damage the property, causing $1,000 worth of damage. What crime did they commit?
A group of protesters gathers outside a government building, chanting slogans and peacefully holding signs. Police order them to disperse, but they refuse. What offense, if any, have they committed?
A group of protesters gathers outside a government building, chanting slogans and peacefully holding signs. Police order them to disperse, but they refuse. What offense, if any, have they committed?
A shoplifter steals a $20 item from a store. Upon being confronted by security, they punch the guard and flee. What is the most serious offense committed?
A shoplifter steals a $20 item from a store. Upon being confronted by security, they punch the guard and flee. What is the most serious offense committed?
What is the standard of proof required for a police officer to obtain a warrant for a search?
What is the standard of proof required for a police officer to obtain a warrant for a search?
An officer pulls over a vehicle for speeding. During the stop, they notice a bag of what appears to be illegal drugs in plain view on the passenger seat. What is the legal justification for the officer to seize the drugs?
An officer pulls over a vehicle for speeding. During the stop, they notice a bag of what appears to be illegal drugs in plain view on the passenger seat. What is the legal justification for the officer to seize the drugs?
A person knowingly provides false information to a police officer during an investigation. What offense might this constitute?
A person knowingly provides false information to a police officer during an investigation. What offense might this constitute?
Under what circumstances is a police officer generally required to read a suspect their Miranda rights?
Under what circumstances is a police officer generally required to read a suspect their Miranda rights?
A person breaks into a house with the intent to steal jewelry. They are caught before they can take anything. What crime have they committed?
A person breaks into a house with the intent to steal jewelry. They are caught before they can take anything. What crime have they committed?
A person makes repeated, unwanted phone calls to another person, causing them significant distress. What crime did they commit?
A person makes repeated, unwanted phone calls to another person, causing them significant distress. What crime did they commit?
A government official accepts money in exchange for awarding a lucrative contract to a specific company. What offense has the official committed?
A government official accepts money in exchange for awarding a lucrative contract to a specific company. What offense has the official committed?
A person spreads false and malicious rumors about another person, damaging their reputation. What offense might this constitute?
A person spreads false and malicious rumors about another person, damaging their reputation. What offense might this constitute?
What is the purpose of the 'Exclusionary Rule' in criminal procedure?
What is the purpose of the 'Exclusionary Rule' in criminal procedure?
A police officer stops a vehicle based on a reasonable suspicion that the driver is involved in criminal activity. During the stop, the officer conducts a limited search of the vehicle for weapons. What is this type of search called?
A police officer stops a vehicle based on a reasonable suspicion that the driver is involved in criminal activity. During the stop, the officer conducts a limited search of the vehicle for weapons. What is this type of search called?
In the context of criminal law, what does 'mens rea' refer to?
In the context of criminal law, what does 'mens rea' refer to?
An individual is charged with a crime and cannot afford an attorney. What constitutional right guarantees them the right to legal representation?
An individual is charged with a crime and cannot afford an attorney. What constitutional right guarantees them the right to legal representation?
A person is arrested for a crime. They are released from custody after posting bail. What is the primary purpose of bail?
A person is arrested for a crime. They are released from custody after posting bail. What is the primary purpose of bail?
Flashcards
Deadly Force
Deadly Force
Use of force likely to cause death or great bodily harm.
Lawful Arrest
Lawful Arrest
The legal authority to deprive a person of freedom of movement.
Cognizable Offenses
Cognizable Offenses
Crimes where police can arrest without a warrant.
Non-Cognizable offenses
Non-Cognizable offenses
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Wrongful Restraint
Wrongful Restraint
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Wrongful Confinement
Wrongful Confinement
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Criminal Force
Criminal Force
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Offensive Force
Offensive Force
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Harbouring Offender
Harbouring Offender
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Assaulting Public Servant
Assaulting Public Servant
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Kidnapping from Lawful Guardianship
Kidnapping from Lawful Guardianship
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Compelled
Compelled
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Wrongful Detention
Wrongful Detention
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Conspiracy
Conspiracy
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Ransom
Ransom
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Corroboration
Corroboration
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Deception
Deception
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