MN POST Exam 2024 Latest Update Graded A+

MN POST Exam 2024 Latest Update Graded A+ Exclusionary Rule A rule that provides that evidence cannot be used in a criminal trial if it was the result of illegal police conduct Probable Cause reasonable cause for issuing a search warrant or making an arrest; more than mere suspicion Reasonable Suspicion any information that points to illegal activity and may include rumor, tips, and anonymous telephone calls. Petty Misdemeanor A petty offense which is prohibited by statute, which does not constitute a crime, and for which a sentence of a fine of not more than $300 may be imposed. Misdemeanor A crime for which a sentence of not more than 90 days or a fine of not more than $1,000, or both, may be imposed. Gross Misdemeanor A crime punishable up to one year or has a maximum fine of $3,000. Felony A crime for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year may be imposed. Dangerous Weapon Any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, or any device designed as a weapon and capable of producing death or great bodily harm Bodily Harm physical pain or injury, illness, or any impairment of physical condition. Substantial Bodily Harm Bodily injury which involves a temporary but substantial disfigurement, or which causes a temporary but substantial loss or impairment of the function of any bodily part or organ, or which causes a fracture of any bodily part. Great Bodily Harm Permanent disfigurement, serious bodily injury, or death. Assault (1) an act done with intent to cause fear in another of immediate bodily harm or death; or (2) the intentional infliction of or attempt to inflict bodily harm upon another. Probation the release of an offender from detention, subject to a period of good behavior under supervision totality of circumstances a term the court uses to refer to all facts and circumstances known to the officer at the time, or reasonably perceived by the officer as the basis for, a use of force decision. corpus delicti "The body of the crime"; the specific elements that must be proved to convict someone of a specific offense. Ex Parte Order A court order issued and signed by a judge that is initiated by one person and does not require a notice to another party. Habeas Corpus Constitutional protection against unlawful imprisonment Mens Rea the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime Modus Operandi (MO) the characteristic method of operation of a criminal; sometimes referred to as MO. Broken Window Theory the belief that ignoring public-order violations and disruptive behavior leads to community neglect, which fosters further disorder and crime S.A.R.A Scanning, Analysis, Response, Assessment 36 Hour rule Whenever an adult suspect is arrested without a warrant and taken into custody, they must see a judge without necessary delay and not more than 36 hours after being arrested. Starts at 12 am on the day arrested. Do not count