Informant and Informer
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Which term refers to any person who gives information to the police authorities relative to a crime?

  • Syndicate
  • Informer (correct)
  • Witness
  • Criminal
  • What is the main difference between an informant and an informer?

  • There is no difference between an informant and an informer.
  • The informant provides information about criminals, while the informer provides information about syndicates.
  • The informant provides information voluntarily, while the informer does so for monetary consideration. (correct)
  • The informant is a police authority, while the informer is a witness.
  • What does the word 'informant' refer to?

  • A person who provides information about criminal activities for monetary consideration.
  • A police authority who gathers information from criminals.
  • A person who provides information about syndicates.
  • Any person who gives information to the police authorities relevant to a crime. (correct)
  • What type of activities does an informant provide information about?

    <p>Criminal activities or syndicates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who may serve as a witness voluntarily according to the text?

    <p>The informant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Informant vs. Informer

    • An informant is a person who provides information to the police authorities relative to a crime.
    • The main difference between an informant and an informer is that an informant is a person who provides information, while an informer is a person who provides information in exchange for a reward or benefit.

    Informant's Role

    • An informant provides information about criminal activities, such as drug trafficking or other illegal acts.

    Witness Testimony

    • A person who serves as a witness may do so voluntarily, providing information about a crime or legal matter.

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    Test your knowledge of the value of informants and informers as sources of information in crime-solving. Learn about the role of informants and informers in providing crucial information to police authorities.

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