Warrantless Arrests and Probable Cause

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Under what circumstances can an officer make a warrantless arrest?

When the offense took place in their presence
When the officer has probable cause to believe the person has committed an offense (correct)
When the officer has a personal grudge
When the officer is off-duty

What is not required for an officer to make a warrantless arrest?

The offense must take place in their presence (correct)
The officer must have probable cause
The officer must be on-duty
The officer must have a warrant

What must an officer have to make a warrantless arrest?

Permission from a superior
Probable cause to believe the person has committed an offense (correct)
A personal grudge
A warrant

Which offense can lead to a warrantless arrest?

Operating while intoxicated (DUI) (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can an officer arrest a person without a warrant for shoplifting?

If the officer has probable cause to believe the person committed the offense (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of offenses that can lead to a warrantless arrest?

They did not take place in the officer's presence (D) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Warrantless Arrests

An officer can make a warrantless arrest if they have probable cause to believe a crime has been committed, and the suspect is fleeing or about to flee.
A warrant is not required for an officer to make an arrest if they witness a crime being committed.

Arrest Requirements

An officer must have probable cause to make a warrantless arrest.
The officer must have reason to believe a crime has been committed and that the suspect committed it.

Offenses Leading to Warrantless Arrest

A felony, such as murder or burglary, can lead to a warrantless arrest.
Misdemeanors, such as disorderly conduct or simple assault, can also lead to a warrantless arrest.

Shoplifting Arrest

An officer can arrest a person without a warrant for shoplifting if they have probable cause to believe the person committed the offense.

Characteristics of Warrantless Arrest Offenses

Offenses leading to warrantless arrests often involve a threat to public safety or a breach of the peace.

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Test your knowledge on warrantless arrests and probable cause with this quiz. Learn about the circumstances in which an officer can make an arrest without a warrant, even if the offense did not occur in their presence. Discover the specific offenses that can warrant a warrantless arrest and assess your understanding of this legal concept.