Arrest and Warrants are debated.
Debate the following statement: A law enforcement officer should never have to knock and announce before entering a dwelling to arrest a dangerous felon or a drug offender.
Search and Seizure scenario is given.
Consider the following case study: On the night of a big robbery, two police detectives were conducting a routine patrol in a marked police car. As they turned the corner, one of the detectives observed four men standing approximately 10 feet behind a vehicle. As the men observed the detectives approach, their "eyes lit up." ...continues
Search and Seizure explanations occur.
Mr. A is detained at the police station as a potential witness to a murder. As it turns out, Mr. A has an open warrant issued for parole violation. Mr. A is arrested on this warrant. Mr. A's clothing is inventoried and no other evidence is readily apparent. Eight days later, an investigator has Mr. A's clothing analyzed by foren ...continues
Television depicts several law enforcement programs in which criminals admit or confess to crimes without being read their rights. Because of this, many cases are thrown out even though the evidence points to the accused. How do you feel about Miranda? Do you feel it is just in ALL cases?
Difference between probation and parole is noted.
What is the difference between "probation" and "parole"?
An example of actus reus is given.
What is "actus reus"? Give an example.
What is an "affidavit"?
What is an ASBO (Anti-social behaviour order)?
What is bail? What does it mean "being on bail" and what are the consequences of breaching it?
What is community punishment?
