What is a Search Incident to an Arrest?

What will be an ideal response?


A warrantless search of an arrested individual conducted to ensure the safety of the arresting officer. Because individuals placed under arrest may be in possession of weapons, courts have recognized the need for arresting officers to protect themselves by conducting an immediate search of arrestees without obtaining a warrant.

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a. alienated b. compromised c. deceived d. ideological

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The most common act of bullying students experienced was:

a. Being threatened b. Having a personal item taken from them c. Physical bullying d. Being made fun of

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following is not a leadership skill identified by Katz?

a. technical skills b. human skills c. analytical skills d. conceptual skills

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