Each student is expected to submit a reasoned, well-researched answer to the discussion question(s). Each must be supported using APA writing style = (a) in-text citations AND (b) a list of references. DO NOT USE “I” IN YOUR WRITINGS. 300 WORDS EACH QUESTION
Discussion Question #1:
What is a police stop? When is a police stop valid? What is its purpose? Please distinguish between a stop and a frisk on at least TWO criteria. DOES UNPROVOKED FLIGHT CONSTITUTE REASONABLE SUSPICION?
Discussion Question #2:
What is a police frisk? When is a frisk valid? What is its purpose? “An officer who makes a valid stop can automatically conduct a valid frisk” Is this statement correct? Explain your answer. WHICH IS THE “LEADING CASE” ON POLICE STOP AND FRISK?