"Evidence that may lead a reasonable person to believe that a crime has been committed and that a certain person committed it" is the definition of ________.

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Probable cause is the legal standard by which a police officer has the right to make an arrest, conduct a personal or property search, or obtain a warrant for arrest. It requires that there is enough evidence to lead a reasonable person to believe that a crime has been committed and that a certain individual committed it. It is a lower standard than "beyond a reasonable doubt," which is required for a criminal conviction. "Reasonable suspicion" is a lower standard than probable cause and refers to the belief that a person may be involved in criminal activity based on specific facts and circumstances. "Likely evidence" is not a legal term and does not accurately describe the standard of proof required for probable cause.

"Evidence That May Lead a Reasonable Person to Believe That