What is it called when police are allowed to search a residence following a lawful arrest in order to reveal the presence of someone who might be a danger?

A. precautionary search
B. protective sweep
C. stop and frisk
D. residential casing


B. protective sweep

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A pandemic in a large-scale epidemic that occurs when a disease emerges for which there is little or no immunity in the human population

a. True b. False

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Women with a history of sexual assault are more likely to engage in all of the following behaviors EXCEPT for ______.

A. extreme weight loss measures B. substance abuse C. attempted suicide D. rehabilitation programs

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Aggravated arson is the deliberate burning of property while creating an imminent danger to human life or risking great bodily harm

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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At common law, if three or more persons met together with the intention of cooperating to disturb the public peace, their gathering was considered ___________

a. a riot b. a rout c. disorderly conduct d. an unlawful assembly

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