Can a law enforcement officer detain you without arresting you?

Marc Joseph | September 30, 2019

Can a law enforcement officer detain you without arresting you?

Generally yes. If a police officer has reasonable suspicion that you were involved in criminal activity, the officer may require you to provide your identity and explain your presence at a location without arresting you. According to Florida statutes, you may not be removed from the immediate vicinity without making an arrest.

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