Which of the following is not needed in order to arrest an offender charged with assault in a family violence situation?
a. Probable cause to believe an assault occurred
b. Victim's agreement to file charges
c. Constructive or actual custody
d. Understanding of person arrested that he has lost his freedom of movement
e. None of the above—each is required.
Answer: b. Victim's agreement to file charges
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
When police execute a warrant and knock and announce their presence, they must wait a period of time that it take a reasonable person to get through the house to the door, before entering forcibly
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
If a law enforcement agency lies to the media, they risk
a. being sued. b. jeopardizing the investigation. c. losing the public's trust. d. None of the above
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a. Restoration b. Diversion c. Adjudication d. Reformation