Police Entrance Practice Exam

Under which circumstances can a physical arrest occur?

1. For any traffic violation

2. Only for vehicular manslaughter and DUI offenses

3. Vehicular manslaughter, DUI, hit-and-run, or at officer’s discretion

4. Only if the violator resists citation

The correct answer is: Vehicular manslaughter, DUI, hit-and-run, or at officer’s discretion

The option A is incorrect because physical arrests can occur for more than just traffic violations. For example, if someone commits a violent crime or poses a threat to public safety, a physical arrest may occur regardless of any traffic violations. The option B is incorrect because physical arrests can occur for more than just vehicular manslaughter and DUI offenses. For example, if someone commits a hit-and-run or resists arrest, a physical arrest may occur even if those specific offenses were not committed. The option D is incorrect because physical arrests can occur even if the violator does not resist citation. If someone commits a serious offense, a physical arrest may occur regardless of their compliance with a citation.