Definitions

Question 1

Crime

Answer 1

A crime is an act or omission forbidden by law, punishable upon conviction by death, imprisonment, fine, or other penal discipline.

Question 2

Reasonable Suspicion

Answer 2

Facts or circumstances, which would lead a reasonable person to believe a crime has been, is being or is about to be committed.

Question 3

Probable Cause

Answer 3

Probable cause exists when the facts and circumstances known to the officer would warrant a prudent man in believing that a crime had been committed and that the accused had committed it.

Question 4

Arrest

Answer 4

An arrest is the taking of a person in to custody in a case and in the manner authorized by law.