Officer's Duty to Warn Witnesses Quiz

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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