Question

For less serious offenses, many states permit the use of which of the following instead of an arrest?
a. An outright dismissal of charges
b. A summons
c. A grand jury review
d. A plea bargain


For less serious offenses, many states permit the use of which of the following instead of an arrest?
a. An outright dismissal of charges
b. A summons
c. A grand jury review
d. A plea bargain

Answer 1

Correct answer: b. A summons

Explanation: For minor offenses many states permit issuing a summons or citation ordering the person to appear in court instead of taking them into custody. The other choices are not routine alternatives to arrest: dismissals remove charges, grand juries review felony charges, and plea bargains are negotiated later in the process.