Before releasing a person from custody who has been arrested for family violence, a law enforcement officer must

a. ensure that a protective order has been issued by a magistrate.
b. call the sheriff and inform him or her that the individual is being released from custody.
c. make a reasonable attempt to give the victim of family violence notice of the imminent release of the person.
d. escort the individual to the residence and counsel with both parties to ensure that no further family violence will occur.


Answer: c. make a reasonable attempt to give the victim of family violence notice of the imminent release of the person.

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