Officer's Duty to Warn Witnesses Quiz
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According to the text, when do police officers have a duty to warn witnesses of potential dangers?

  • Police officers have a duty to warn witnesses if they are primary witnesses in murder investigations.
  • Police officers have a duty to warn witnesses in all circumstances.
  • Police officers have a duty to warn witnesses if they are informed by another person or entity that an individual presents a danger. (correct)
  • Police officers have a duty to warn witnesses if they request and obtain their assistance in criminal prosecutions.

    • According to the text, what is the general rule regarding police officers' duty to warn witnesses?

  • Police officers have a duty to warn witnesses if they are primary witnesses in murder investigations.
  • Police officers always have a duty to warn witnesses.
  • Police officers have a duty to warn witnesses in specific circumstances. (correct)
  • Police officers never have a duty to warn witnesses.

    • According to the text, when may a duty to warn witnesses arise for police officers?

  • A duty to warn witnesses may arise if the witness expresses concern for their personal safety.
  • A duty to warn witnesses may arise if the police create the peril to the witness. (correct)
  • A duty to warn witnesses may arise if the police are investigating a sexual assault.
  • A duty to warn witnesses may arise if the witness relies on the police for protection.

    • According to the text, when does a duty to warn arise for law enforcement officers and other government agents?

    <p>When the government's actions create a reasonably foreseeable peril to a specific witness or victim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Carpenter, why was the City found liable for Carpenter's damages?

    <p>Because the police breached a duty to warn Carpenter of the threat to his life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the court hold in Wallace v. City of Los Angeles?

    <p>That the enlistment of Wallace as a witness created a special relationship with law enforcement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what should officers do when they request the assistance of a private citizen in a public function that involves a foreseeable risk of injury?

    <p>Ensure that the witness/victim is informed of any potential threats to their safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

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