901.21 Search of person arrested Flashcards
1
Q
When a lawful arrest is effected, a peace officer may search the person arrested and the area within the person’s ______ for the purpose of: (3)
A
immediate presence
(a) Protecting the officer from attack;
(b) Preventing the person from escaping; or
(c) Discovering the fruits of a crime.
2
Q
A peace officer making a lawful search without a warrant may seize all instruments, articles, or things discovered on the person arrested or within the person’s _____, the seizure of which is reasonably necessary for the purpose of: (3)
A
immediate control
(a) Protecting the officer from attack;
(b) Preventing the escape of the arrested person; or
(c) Assuring subsequent lawful custody of the fruits of a crime or of the articles used in the commission of a crime.
