Vocabulary Flashcards

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What does the word 'jurisdiction' mean in a law enforcement context?
Answer: The legal authority over a geographic area or matter
Jurisdiction refers to the legal authority an agency has over a specific geographic area or type of case.
The word 'corroborate' most nearly means:
Answer: To confirm or support with evidence
To corroborate means to confirm or strengthen a statement, theory, or finding with evidence.
Which word most nearly means 'to detain'?
Answer: Apprehend
To apprehend means to take someone into custody or detain them.
The word 'perpetrator' refers to:
Answer: A person who commits a crime
A perpetrator is the person who commits or carries out a criminal act.
What does 'mandatory' mean?
Answer: Required by law or rule
Mandatory means required or compulsory, leaving no choice in the matter.
The word 'preliminary' most nearly means:
Answer: Introductory or initial
Preliminary means coming before or preparing for the main matter; introductory or initial.