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Can a police officer arrest you on one charge and then then change it to another charge?
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∙ 15y ago
Yes. If the grounds for the arrest were lawful to begin with, the actual charge can be changed or amended at a later time.
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Can you apply for a corrections officer job if you have a DUI and a resisting arrest charge?
"resisting arrest charge" no and we dont need you. DUI/DWI
When can an arrest for a felony turn into a misdemeanor?
It's all up to the prosecutor, judge, jury or possibly the arresting officer to change the charge from a felony charge to a misdemeanor charge, happens all the time..
When an officer makes an arrest without just cause he or she may?
He or she may apologize to the person and let them go.
What does a no fine but guilty verdict for obstructing a police officer mean?
It sounds from the question, as if the defendant was charged for TWO offenses. The one for which he was arrested, and the obstruction charge (when he apparently 'resisted' the arrest). . The question indicates that he was found not guilty of the original arrest charge, but WAS found guilty of obstructing the officer.
Can a police officer give a lesser charge if suspect make a statement?
The officer can only make decisions on whether to arrest, cite, or not to arrest, referred to as officer discretion. The officer cannot (honestly) promise leniency of a charge because they do not have that authority. Charges are filed and issued by a prosecutor, not a police officer. Any statements given to a police officer based on a "promise of leniency" without the prosecutor's cooperation will be considered coerced and inadmissible.
Can you be charged with resisting arrest by more than one officer at the same arrest?
If there was one officer battling to detain and put the person under arrest then that would be only one. If another officer had to come toassist...then there is a possibility that the second officer could also impose the second charge. Hence the person is now resisting the second officer. Usually they don't because it is more paperwork, court time for the second officer and the lead officer takes the collar. It basically depends on the circumstance of the severity of the resisting. If a second or third etc officer was spit on, hit or bit say; then additional resisting charges would appear valid per officer involved.
How can a car accident turn into an resisting arrest charge?
The person getting cited for being at fault for the accident gets belligerent enough to the point where it warrants their arrest, and they resist the officer arresting them.
What is a SWAT officer?
A "sworn officer" is a police officer who has the full power to arrest someone for breaking the law, whereas an "unsworn officer" is oftentimes a volunteer who can assist the sworn officer, issue tickets and citations, but cannot make an arrest. In many jurisdiction, the sworn officer is also the only kind of of officer who can carry a gun at all times.
What is the typical charge for hindering arrest for a felony?
Depending on the jurisdiction you're in: "Obstruction of Justice" - "Interfering With A Law Enforcement Officer in the Performance of his duties - "Hindering An Officer... etc)" - "Assault On A Police Officer" - etc - etc. None of it is good.
What is the plural for In-charge?
The plural form is... 'officers in charge'.
What does weekender mean on arrest record?
Someone who can work but a judge may sentence them to weekends in jail from another charge. It is not the actual charge but a sentence.
How long do the police have to charge you with a crime AFTER they arrest you in Kentucky?
In order to take you into custody they must charge you with an offense at the time of your booking. That being said... thee PROSECUTOR may change the arrest charge at any time up until you are presented to the court for your arraignment.
