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What situations would be a police officer exercise the greatest amount of discretion?
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in which of the following situations would a police officer exercise the greatest amount of discretion?
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What is police discretion?
It means the police officer has a choice. example: a police officer pulls you over for a minor traffic violation (not stopping at a stop sign) he has a choice of whether to give you a ticket or a warning (written or verbal). This is called discretion. Another example would be urinating in public, the officer uses his/her discretion on whether or not to make an arrest or just issue a ticket violation. Police don't have discretion in all circumstances. Law and departmental policy can limit or eliminate discretion. For example, if an officer witnesses a felony, law requires the officer arrest the suspect. And, departmental policy might require an officer issue citations for all seat belt violations.
What is operational discretion?
The Departments Policy on the use of deadly force limits an officer .
What is the driving test route for Austin TX?
It is at the discretion of the DMV examination officer.
Can you drive without insurance in case of an emergency like going into labor or having a stroke?
Technically, it's still illegal. However, I would expect a police officer or prosecutor to exercise their discretion and allow it to "slide", given an emergency.
Why is police discretion allowed?
There is no requirement in any law that it be applied with discretion. Therefore, except for the sociological and political aspects of their job, police officers are not required (i.e.: do not "need to") use discretion. The fact that they do apply it in some instances, and not in others, is why its called "discretion."
When a parolee gets married can he move in with his wife or does he stay at the address where his parole was approved?
That would be at the discretion of his Parole Officer.
Who gets charged for passengers drinking on boats?
Usually the captain of the boat gets ticketted, but it can be at the discretion of the issuing officer.
What are the laws dealing with minors and handcuffing them?
There is no certain law dealing with minors and handcuffing them. If the minor poses as a threat to the arresting officer, then the minor may be handcuffed. It is based on the officer's discretion.
Will your parole officer violate you for a dirty test?
You may receive administrative discipline, you may be required to attend drug or alcohol rehad, or you may be violated; this is at the discretion of your Parole Officer.
Can a police officer in Michigan search your vehicle without permission?
In certain situations, YES.
What is a Greek Xystarch?
Ancient Greek officer in charge of gymnastic exercise
Work place hazard spotting exercise?
health and safety officer.
