Public Employees' Right to Immunity and the Exclusionary Rule

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In the context of mental health emergencies, when can police officers enter a private home to place an EDP into protective custody?

When a judge issues a warrant of apprehension

When the EDP poses a 'likelihood of serious harm'

When officers restrain the EDP

When a clinician issues a commitment order (correct)

What is the primary criterion for involuntary commitment in mental health emergencies?

High level of unpredictability

Likelihood of serious harm due to mental illness (correct)

Inability to protect oneself

History of violent behavior

Under what circumstances can officers seek consent to enter a home during a mental health emergency?

If exigent circumstances make it necessary (correct)

If they have issued a commitment order

If they have probable cause

If consulting with a clinician is impractical

What role do clinicians play in the process of involuntary commitment orders?

Issuing commitment orders in emergencies Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates the decision-making process for taking an EDP into custody in category 3 compared to categories 1, 2, and 4?

Probable cause that the EDP poses a 'likelihood of serious harm' Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of police officers when transporting an EDP during mental health emergencies?

Transporting the EDP to an appropriate local facility Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'exclusionary rule' mentioned in the text?

A rule that makes obtaining tainted evidence inadmissible at trial. Signup and view all the answers

What is one main reason opponents of the exclusionary rule are concerned about?

It can allow guilty individuals to avoid punishment. Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would 'attenuation doctrine' apply?

When evidence is obtained after an initial improper police action is separated by time or events. Signup and view all the answers

Why would statements made by an individual inside their home after an improper arrest not be admissible in court according to the text?

Because an improper arrest taints everything related to the arrest, including statements made inside the home. Signup and view all the answers

What would be a situation where 'intervening event' could make evidence admissible?

When there is an initial bad stop but then a new event occurs, leading to the discovery of evidence. Signup and view all the answers

Why might the exclusionary rule be considered controversial according to the text?

Proponents believe it holds police accountable while opponents think it allows guilt to escape punishment. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of proper booking procedures after an arrest?

To identify the arrestee Signup and view all the answers

In what situations can officers and caseworkers enter an elder's residence without consent, according to the text?

In an emergency or with a court order only Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions may animals be placed in protective custody for animal cruelty as per the text?

When they are confined in a vehicle under extreme heat or cold conditions Signup and view all the answers

When does an arrestee have the right to make a telephone call as per the text?

Within one hour of arrival at the police station Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if evidence is gained from intentionally withholding an arrestee's phone call?

The evidence is suppressed Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of officers during a child transfer to DCF custody as stated in the text?

To accompany DCF employees, keep peace, and ensure safe removal of the child Signup and view all the answers

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