Definitions

Question 1

Arrest

Answer 1

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

Question 2

Crime

Answer 2

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

Question 3

Reasonable suspicion

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Probable cause

Answer 4

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