Police officers can arrest someone for a misdemeanor if a nearby witness claims that the person is guilty of a criminal offense.

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Police officers typically need to witness the misdemeanor themselves to make an arrest, unless the misdemeanor is an exception that allows for arrest based on probable cause or a warrant.

Police Officers Can Arrest Someone for a Misdemeanor If a Nearby