COPY: Ch 28 Warrant Execution

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What is required of officers regarding the security of a premises after making an arrest?

They can leave it unattended as it was when they arrived.

They should lock all doors and windows or leave it with a responsible person. (correct)

They must ensure all property is removed from the premises.

They must leave it vulnerable for escape.

When must an officer prepare a report detailing the force used during an arrest?

When the suspect protests against the arrest.

Only when an injury occurs to the officer.

Whenever any amount of force beyond non-requesting handcuffing is used. (correct)

Only if the arrest leads to property damage.

What must happen to any arrest warrant information after it is executed?

It should be logged only in local databases.

It can be deleted from records.

It must be kept indefinitely for future reference.

The existence of the warrant must be canceled and noted. (correct)

How should an arrest warrant execution be handled in scenarios involving major crimes or high-risk offenders?

By notifying the Sheriff prior to execution. Signup and view all the answers

How should the BCSO handle a prisoner held by another law enforcement agency on its warrant?

Notify the holding agency to release the prisoner within five days. Signup and view all the answers

What is required of officers when seeking to enter private premises to execute an arrest warrant?

They must ring the doorbell or knock and announce their identity. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances may officers forgo announcing their identity and purpose before entering private premises?

When they reasonably believe that exigent circumstances exist. Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do if they must forcibly enter a property to execute an arrest warrant?

Inflict as little damage to the premises as possible. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of officers after they forcibly enter private premises to execute a felony arrest warrant?

To secure the premises and control the movement of individuals inside. Signup and view all the answers

What restriction is applied regarding the timing and location of executing an arrest warrant?

Officers may select time and place as long as it's not solely for creating search opportunities. Signup and view all the answers

During the execution of an arrest warrant, what is generally prohibited regarding the use of force?

Officers shall not use force to enter for misdemeanor arrests. Signup and view all the answers

Which individuals are permitted to assist in the execution of an arrest warrant when necessary?

Only peace officers. Signup and view all the answers

What must officers do if they possess the warrant during an arrest?

Show the warrant to the arrestee Signup and view all the answers

What should officers tell an arrestee if they do not possess the warrant?

The offense charged and the where the warrant originated Signup and view all the answers

When can officers not interrogate an arrestee?

Unless the arrestee has been informed of their Miranda rights Signup and view all the answers

How long can officers detain a person for a routine records check?

Up to 30 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What qualifies as a reasonable extension of the detention time during a records check?

If unusual circumstances delayed information retrieval Signup and view all the answers

What is an officer authorized to do if they suspect a detained person is armed and dangerous?

Frisk the individual for weapons Signup and view all the answers

What information must officers maintain in a warrant file?

Dates, times, results, and other pertinent information about warrants Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an officer to detain a person for a records check?

The detention must be lawful and based on reasonable suspicion Signup and view all the answers

What action must officers take after an arrest is made?

Take them before a magistrate without unnecessary delay Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do in case they suspect a person they found in public is wanted?

Check if the warrant is outstanding before taking them into custody Signup and view all the answers