Stops and Arrests

Question 1

Stop

Answer 1

Reas suspicion of criminal activity based articulable facts, for investigative purpose ( > anon source)

• Can lead to frisk
• Can lead to prob cause

Question 2

Car Stop

Answer 2

Reas suspicion of law violation (ult. motive irrelevant)

Seizure of all occupants

Reas belief armed = frisk and search passenger compartment for weapons

Sniff not search if doesn’t lengthen stop (can form PC)

Question 3

Roadblock

Answer 3

OK if neutrally applied and purpose is related to autos

Question 4

Arrest

Answer 4

Probable Cause
Need warrant to arrest at home (not public)
Unlawful arrest: no effect on subs. prosecution