PI 17-5 Arrest procedures

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What is the primary purpose of conducting a search of the arrestee's person?

To document the arrestee's personal property

To search the arrestee's personal property only

To identify any item that could be used as a weapon or contraband (correct)

To prevent the destruction of evidence

When should sworn members engage in search activity near areas like the groin, breasts, or undergarments of the arrestee?

When there is reasonable suspicion of concealed items (correct)

At all times during the search

After obtaining a search warrant

Without any limitations

Under what circumstance should sworn members search the arrestee's personal property such as purses or bags?

Only if it is absolutely necessary (correct)

Only if the arrestee consents to the search

If there is probable cause to conduct a thorough search

If they believe the property contains illegal substances

What should be included in a search of the arrestee's person?

Limiting the search to clothes worn at the time of the arrest Signup and view all the answers

In which situation should an immediate search of the arrestee's person be conducted?

If there is reasonable suspicion about concealed weapons Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum requirement for constituting an arrest in this context?

A verbal command or physical restraint from the sworn member Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for arresting a person without a warrant?

Probable cause that the person has committed a specific crime Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for effecting an arrest outside the city limits?

It should be done by the appropriate jurisdictional authority Signup and view all the answers

What is included in reports relating to an arrest and charge?

Probable cause and the facts and circumstances leading to the arrest Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'probable cause' in this context?

A strong belief, based on evidence, that a crime has been committed Signup and view all the answers

When can a police officer conduct a custodial search incident to an arrest?

When a person is placed under arrest and transported to a detention facility Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal definition of probable cause for arrest?

When a police officer has a reasonable belief that a crime has been committed Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for inventorying personal property during a custodial arrest?

All personal property such as bags, backpacks, purses, suitcases, briefcases, and like items need to be inventoried Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an exigent circumstance in law enforcement?

An emergency demanding immediate action by a sworn member with insufficient time for the sworn member to obtain a search warrant or court order Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of reasonable suspicion in law enforcement?

When a police officer has a reasonable belief that a crime has been committed Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a sworn member make an arrest without a warrant in a private place?

When verbal consent is given or exigent circumstances exist Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a sworn member to establish probable cause for an arrest?

Facts and circumstances known at the time of the arrest Signup and view all the answers

Can a detention or seizure of a person without probable cause or a warrant result in inadmissible evidence in court?

Yes, any physical evidence seized could be inadmissible Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for an arrest made by a sworn member within the city limits?

Probable cause to believe the person violated a city ordinance Signup and view all the answers

What does the mere presence of a companion with an arrestee not establish?

Probable cause to believe the companion is an accomplice Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a person be arrested without a computer entry of a State Parole Violation Warrant?

When the sworn member has personal knowledge of the warrant's existence Signup and view all the answers

Where will an arrestee with a State Parole Violation Warrant be taken if there are no active felony warrants or felony stop orders for the arrestee issued by this department?

To any County Detention Center Signup and view all the answers

What type of warrants are not extraditable according to the given text?

Misdemeanor warrants Signup and view all the answers

What should a sworn member do after arresting a person on a State Parole Violation Warrant?

Complete all applicable reports prior to ending their tour of duty Signup and view all the answers

What should a sworn member do if they find an entry in NCIC that indicates an outside state agency will extradite a misdemeanor warrant?

Disregard the NCIC entry and not extradite the person Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a sworn member continue outside their jurisdiction in fresh pursuit and into the State of Kansas?

When the person has committed a felony in Missouri or when the sworn member believes the person has committed a misdemeanor in Missouri and there is a risk of evidence being irretrievably lost Signup and view all the answers

What should a sworn member do when apprehension is made in the State of Kansas?

Contact the agency with jurisdiction regarding the person of the pursuit and request filing of the appropriate charges, and ensure the arrestee is immediately taken before the judge of the county in which the arrest was made Signup and view all the answers

What should a sworn member do if an arrestee is served a citation?

The arrestee must appear before the court having jurisdiction over the offense and be released Signup and view all the answers

When can a sworn member make an arrest without a warrant?

When the person has committed a misdemeanor in Missouri and the sworn member believes there is a risk of injury to self or others or damage to property unless immediately arrested Signup and view all the answers

What should a sworn member do if the arrestee is issued a summons?

The arrestee need not be taken before a judge Signup and view all the answers

When is a limited search of a vehicle incident to arrest permitted?

When there is probable cause to believe the vehicle contains evidence relevant to the crime of arrest Signup and view all the answers

What does a search subject to the crime of arrest in a vehicle include?

Any containers or other places in the vehicle where the object of the search may be found Signup and view all the answers

What directive should be referred to when conducting a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation?

Detaining & Questioning and Search & Seizure Procedures Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance should sworn members refer to the directive on 'Towing/Protective Custody of Vehicle and Contents'?

When the vehicle is to be towed Signup and view all the answers

What does a search of premises incident to arrest permit?

Search within the area within the arrestee’s immediate control Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if an arrestee has swallowed narcotics or contraband?

Refer to 'Ambulance Calls and Arrests Taken to Hospitals' directive Signup and view all the answers

What type of search of a vehicle incident to arrest is permitted when the arrestee is within reaching distance of a passenger compartment where a weapon may be located?

A limited search Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a sworn member to conduct a search of a vehicle independently of the crime of arrest?

'Probable Cause' to search the vehicle independently of the crime of arrest Signup and view all the answers

When can a limited search of a vehicle incident to arrest be conducted?

When there is probable cause that the vehicle contains evidence relevant to the crime of arrest Signup and view all the answers

Who can authorize an extensive search beyond reaching distance in a vehicle incident to arrest?

A signed warrant from a judge Signup and view all the answers

What does "search subject to the crime of arrest" mean in relation to vehicles?

Searching based on the reason for which the person was arrested Signup and view all the answers

What should sworn members do when developing probable cause to search a vehicle independently of the crime of arrest for the driver or passenger?

Refer to directives specifically outlining detention procedures in such cases Signup and view all the answers