The act of taking a person into custody, usually by the police, for the purpose of charging them with a criminal offense.
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The temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial, sometimes with a monetary deposit to ensure their appearance in court.
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An act committed in violation of a law that prohibits it and for which a punishment has been prescribed.
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An investigator, typically a member of a police agency, who gathers facts and evidence to solve crimes.
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Any object or information that is used to prove or disprove facts in a legal investigation or proceeding.
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The scientific analysis and interpretation of evidence in criminal investigations, often involving techniques such as DNA analysis and fingerprinting.
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A group of individuals who engage in criminal activities and often have a hierarchical structure and specific territory.
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The killing of one person by another, either intentionally or as a result of reckless behavior.
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The act of questioning a suspect, witness, or person of interest in order to obtain information or elicit a confession.
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Relating to the courts, judges, or the administration of justice.
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A trained police dog used in law enforcement for tasks such as tracking suspects, detecting drugs, and searching for missing persons.
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The unlawful taking and carrying away of someone else's personal property with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of it.
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The rights of an arrested person, including the right to remain silent and the right to have an attorney present during questioning.
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Illegal drugs, especially those that have a sedative effect or are addictive.
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A member of a police force or other law enforcement agency who is responsible for maintaining public order and preventing and detecting crime.
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The act of regularly traversing an area, usually by a police officer or security guard, in order to maintain security and prevent crime.
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The isolation of individuals or groups who have been exposed to a contagious disease, in order to prevent its spread.
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The act of taking property from a person's possession by using force or the threat of force.
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The close observation of a person, place, or object, usually in a covert manner, for the purpose of gathering information or evidence.
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The movement of vehicles, pedestrians, and other road users on a public road, typically regulated by traffic laws and enforced by police officers.
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The practice of disguising oneself as someone other than one's true identity, often used by law enforcement to gather information or infiltrate criminal organizations.
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A person who has been harmed, injured, or killed as a result of a crime, accident, or other event.
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A legal document issued by a judge that authorizes law enforcement to take a certain action, such as making an arrest or searching a property.
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An intense or irrational dislike or fear of people from other countries or cultures.
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A young person, typically referring to someone who is not yet an adult, often the focus of specialized law enforcement efforts.
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A policy or approach that imposes strict punishment for infractions, without making exceptions or considering extenuating circumstances.
