Reasonable suspicion permits an officer to intrude into a situation to investigate whether a crime has been committed.

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Reasonable suspicion is a standard used in criminal procedure. It allows an officer to briefly detain a person for investigation if the officer has reasonable suspicion that the person has been involved in a crime. It is a lower level of suspicion compared to probable cause, which is required for a warrant or arrest.

Reasonable Suspicion Permits an Officer to Intrude into a Situation