Which of the following is a difference between a stop and an arrest?

A. A stop requires probable cause, whereas an arrest can be justified by reasonable suspicion.
B. An arrest is the act of apprehending a suspect for the purpose of detaining him or her, whereas a stop is a relatively brief intrusion on a citizen's rights.
C. A stop requires a warrant, whereas an arrest can be made without a warrant.
D. An officer intends to investigate suspicious activity during an arrest, whereas he or she intends to make a formal charge during a stop.


Answer: B

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