Detentions vs Arrests

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According to the text, what is the legal basis for a detention?

Totality of the circumstances

Reasonable suspicion (correct)

Subjective belief

Probable cause

What standard do appellate courts use to determine if a detention has occurred?

Totality of the circumstances (correct)

Probable cause

Reasonable suspicion

Subjective belief

Which of the following factors alone is NOT sufficient to justify a legal detention?

High narcotics area

Nighttime

Identification as a gang member (correct)

High crime area

Which of the following statements is true about the legal standard for an arrest?

The legal standard for an arrest requires more knowledge of criminal involvement than the standard for a detention. Signup and view all the answers

What can officers do to prevent unintentionally converting a legal detention into an illegal arrest?

Officers can clearly articulate the reasons for their actions in their reports. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of understanding the factors associated with arrest status?

To protect officers civilly and enhance the Department's prosecution efforts. Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, when can an officer use restraints or display weapons during a detention?

When dangerous criminality is suspected Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a detention and an arrest?

A detention is a temporary seizure, while an arrest is a permanent seizure Signup and view all the answers

When does a detention become an illegal de facto arrest?

When it lasts longer than is reasonably necessary Signup and view all the answers

What is the probable cause standard for making an arrest?

Having more specific knowledge than for a detention Signup and view all the answers

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According to the text, what is the legal basis for a detention?

What standard do appellate courts use to determine if a detention has occurred?

Which of the following factors alone is NOT sufficient to justify a legal detention?

Which of the following statements is true about the legal standard for an arrest?

What can officers do to prevent unintentionally converting a legal detention into an illegal arrest?

What is the purpose of understanding the factors associated with arrest status?

According to the text, when can an officer use restraints or display weapons during a detention?

What is the difference between a detention and an arrest?

When does a detention become an illegal de facto arrest?

What is the probable cause standard for making an arrest?

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