What is the definition of probable cause that was stated in Gerstein v. Pugh (1975)?

What will be an ideal response?


Probable cause to arrest exists when the facts and circumstances known to the officer are sufficient to warrant a reasonably prudent person in believing that the suspect has committed or is committing a crime.

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One of the intents of the National Response Plan was to reduce the existing patchwork of federal and local emergency response plans.

a. true b. false

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According to the text, which strategy is not Understanded as a way to deal with the drug problem?

a. raids b. undercover operations c. increasing education in schools d. improving intelligence

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Explain determinism.

What will be an ideal response?

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With respect to the exercise of discretion, patrol officers are also known as

A. street-level bureaucrats. B. thugs. C. posses. D. bobbies.

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