Which of the following situations best illustrates an arrest?

A) A police officer has reasonable suspicion that the suspect committed the theft of a purse.
B) An officer asks a man standing near a bus stop, "Sir, may I see your driver's license?"
C) A police officer investigating a theft places the suspect in handcuffs but does not tell her that she is under arrest.
D) A police officer investigating a loud music complaint asks the person who answers the door if he is the owner of the house.


C) A police officer investigating a theft places the suspect in handcuffs but does not tell her that she is under arrest.

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