Which of the Following Is Described as a Pat Down

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is described as a pat down of a person's outer clothing done out of concern for the officer's safety?

• A)Search
• B)Seizure
• C)Frisk
• D)Stop

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Definitions:

Vieth v. Jubelirer

A landmark Supreme Court case in 2004 that addressed the issue of partisan gerrymandering but ultimately did not establish a clear standard for judging such cases.

Gerrymandering

The manipulation of electoral constituency boundaries to favor one party or class, often criticized for undermining democratic principles.

Black Electoral Participation

The involvement of African American citizens in the electoral process, including voting and holding public office.

Poll Tax

A tax levied as a fixed sum on every liable individual without reference to income or resources, historically used to disenfranchise voters, particularly African-Americans in the South.