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If a Police officer in NY stops someone that has a Felony warrant can that officer arrest him on that warrant?
Yes, of course. An arrest warrant is a command from a judge to arrest a person. Usually a police officer has no choice and must arrest.
Can a police officer release you and later issue a warrant for your arrest?
No, a police officer cannot issue a warrant for your arrest only a judge or court magistrate can do that.
What are the elements of an arrest?
An arrest refers to the lawful deprivation of the freedom of an individual by a peace officer. A police officer may arrest a person if he reasonably believes a crime has been committed without a warrant.
What if a police officer has Criminal Complaint for you however when they come to pick you up with the arrest warrant there is a wrong name on the warrant Can they still arrest you at that time?
If the officers can accurately identify the person wanted, or can verify a proper warrant then they will likely arrest you.
When a police officer serves a warrant does he bring it with him?
In most cases an officer who is serving a Search Warrantwill have it in his possession. However in special cases such as a warrant obtained over the radio or telephone the search warrant may not be immediately available. Arrest Warrants are most often 'unplanned.' An officer stops a person or a vehicle and is told over the radio that an there is an arrest warrant for a person. Since a warrant is a command from a court to arrest a person, the officer will arrest with only the work of the poilce dispatcher.
What are the legal basis for arrest?
A police officer must have probable cause in order to arrest someone. They can arrest a person if they see a crime taking place or if an arrest warrant has been issued.
Do police come to your house if you have a warrant for your arrest?
Yes, police may come to your house if there is a warrant for your arrest.
Can a Texas police officer arrest you when he pulls you over for having a shoplifting misdeameanor warrant out for your arrest in Florida?
It depends on the limitations placed on the warrant by the issuing court. Many misdemeanor warrants are limited to service in the city or county that issued the warrant. It is up to the judge.
What is alias writ of arrest?
A writ of arrest is a document issued by the court allowing a person to be arrested. It is usually delivered by a police officer. An alias for this would be a warrant of arrest.
Can a city police officer serve warrant out of city?
Yes, they may accompany officers of the jurisdiction in which the warrant is being served and who will actually effect the arrest.
Can a police officer coerce someone onto school property to arrest them without a warrant?
It does not seem reasonable or possible.
What must police have to arrest people?
an arrest warrant.
