Home -> Law Blog Directory -> Criminal Law Blogs -> Southern California Criminal Defense Blog

Criminal Law

: Southern California Criminal Defense Blog

Distinguishing Between Investigative Stops and Arrests

By Walin & Klarich

Perspectives From a Criminal Defense Attorney In distinguishing between an investigative stop and an arrest, courts consider a variety of factors, including: (a) display of weapons by officers; (b) presence of numerous officers; (c) physical restraint or touching of the suspect; (d) blocking a suspect's exit route; (e) use of handcuffs or other restraints; (f) tone of voice and authoritative commands; and (g) length and manner of the detention. Knowing the difference between whether you were stopped for investigation or arrested can be extremely complicated. However, the good news is that you are not alone. The skilled Los Angeles criminal defense lawyers at Wallin and Klarich will be there when you call. Contact our law firm as soon as possible so we can begin to help you...continue to full post

Full post as published by Southern California Criminal Defense Blog on August 02, 2009 (boomark / email).