What factors are considered when determining whether an arrest should be made in a domestic violence case?

What will be an ideal response?


Prior domestic violence involving either person. The relative seriousness of the injuries inflicted upon each person involved. The potential for future injury. Whether one of the alleged assaults was committed in self-defense. Any other factor that helps the officer decide which person was the primary physical aggressor.

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What member of the courtroom is generally an armed peace officer?

What will be an ideal response?

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Committing a crime while under the influence of a drug is a drug ________ crime.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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Discuss the association between religiosity and female delinquency. Explain why you agree or disagree with this view

What will be an ideal response?

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