Once a Suspect Is Identified, the Police Have to Go

question 41

Multiple Choice

Once a suspect is identified, the police have to go to a justice of the peace. Which term describes this process?

• A)bail hearing
• B)lay an information
• C)investigative detention
• D)arrest

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Definitions:

Mental Health Courts

Specialized court dockets that provide a treatment-focused alternative for individuals with mental disorders who are involved in the criminal justice system.

Social Service Professionals

Individuals who work to improve the well-being of individuals, families, and communities through various forms of support and intervention.

Offenders With Mental Disorders

Individuals who have committed crimes and are also diagnosed with psychological conditions, affecting their behavior and legal outcomes.

Insanity Defense

A legal defense that claims a person was incapable of distinguishing right from wrong or controlling their actions due to mental illness at the time of a crime.