The initial determination by the police officer that the reported incident constitutes criminal sexual assault as define by state statute is referred to as ______.

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The initial determination by the police officer that the reported incident constitutes criminal sexual assault as defined by state statute is referred to as case founding. This is the beginning of the criminal justice process where the police officer determines whether there is enough evidence and probable cause to believe that a crime has been committed. Charging refers to formally accusing the suspect of a crime, discovery is a legal process where each party exchanges information about the case, and indictment is a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime.

The Initial Determination by the Police Officer That the Reported