The right of police to search without probable cause when failure to do so threatens the public is called the

a. pat-down search.
b. consent search.
c. search incident to a lawful arrest.
d. public safety exception.


d. public safety exception.

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How can bruises on areas where there are tattoos be photographed?

a. Using infrared photography b. Using standard photography c. Using ultraviolet photography d. Using a filter

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Braga et al.'s (1999) evaluation of the effectiveness of problem-oriented policing to decrease the incidence of violent street crime revealed which of the following?

A. Experimental designs are unethical to use in police work. B. Problem-oriented policing can successfully control and prevent crime. C. There was no relationship between problem-oriented policing and crime rates. D. Problem-oriented policing led to an increase in crime.

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The primary purpose of bail is to ensure _____.

A) a fair trial B) the smooth operation of justice C) the defendant’s appearance for trial D) the profitability of the courts

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Identify and discuss the four roles of evidence in criminal investigations.

What will be an ideal response?

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