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According to the text, what is the purpose of Operations Order No.6?
According to the text, what is the purpose of Operations Order No.6?
- To protect victims from continuing abuse
- To discourage dual arrests in domestic violence-related crimes
- To determine the dominant aggressor at a domestic violence scene
- To clarify procedures for the enforcement of PC Section 13701(b) (correct)
According to the text, why are dual arrests generally discouraged in domestic violence-related crimes?
According to the text, why are dual arrests generally discouraged in domestic violence-related crimes?
- Because they result in no criminal filings
- Because they allow the batterer to continue the behavior
- Because they promote further domestic violence
- Because they have a negative impact on the victim's reputation and employment (correct)
According to the text, why do domestic violence victims refrain from calling law enforcement agencies or cooperating with investigations?
According to the text, why do domestic violence victims refrain from calling law enforcement agencies or cooperating with investigations?
- Because they do not trust law enforcement agencies
- Because they are not aware of the available support services
- Because they fear the consequences of arrest (correct)
- Because they are not aware of their rights as victims
According to Penal Code Section 13701(b), who is considered the dominant aggressor in cases of domestic violence?
According to Penal Code Section 13701(b), who is considered the dominant aggressor in cases of domestic violence?
When should an officer arrest the dominant aggressor in cases of domestic violence?
When should an officer arrest the dominant aggressor in cases of domestic violence?
In cases where both parties have committed assault or battery upon each other, but one individual used a demonstrably higher level of violence, what should the officer do?
In cases where both parties have committed assault or battery upon each other, but one individual used a demonstrably higher level of violence, what should the officer do?
What should officers do if they are unable to determine the dominant aggressor in cases where mutual protective orders exist?
What should officers do if they are unable to determine the dominant aggressor in cases where mutual protective orders exist?
