4.102 Arrests Without Warrants

Question 1

It is the policy of this department that an officer will establish _____________, for a warrantless arrest.

Answer 1

probable cause

Question 2

In addition to the Miranda Warning, juveniles should be advised of what?

Answer 2

The potential to be charged in adult court when applicable. (Examples murder, attempt murder and sexual assault).

Question 3

An officer WILL make an arrest without warrant when probable cause exists for

Answer 3

1. All felony and misdemeanor battery acts constituting domestic violence (see LVMPD 4.104, Domestic Violence Investigations).
2. Traffic offenses that are classified as (LVMPD 4.200, Traffic Enforcement):
   a. DUI
   b. Felony hit and run
   c. Homicide by vehicle
3. Protective order violations (see LVMPD 4.106, Orders for Protection [Restraining Orders])

Question 4

Arrested persons will be afforded all constitutional rights, which include;

Answer 4

1. proper medical attention for conditions indicated by medical alert identification or conditions sustained during arrest
2. care and safeguarding of property at the time of arrest
3. a sign language interpreter, if required to communicate
4. a reasonable number of completed telephone calls after being booked.

Question 5

An officer will _____________release from custody any person they arrested without a warrant if the officer becomes aware that there is insufficient probable cause for proceeding with an arrest against the person. A released person will be deemed not to have been arrested but only detained

Answer 5

immediately