5. Which of the following it NOT true in arrest procedures? A. Officer are only allowed to use a minimal amount of force B. Police pat downs are utilized to make sure the arrestee is not carrying a weapon C. An officer should immediately reach into a suspects pocket if he suspects they are carrying a weapon D. Officers should always watch the arrestee's hands

## Step 1<br />The problem presents four statements about arrest procedures and asks which one is NOT true. <br /><br />## Step 2<br />Let's analyze each statement:<br /><br />### A. Officers are only allowed to use a minimal amount of force<br />This statement is true. Officers are generally advised to use only the minimal amount of force necessary to effect an arrest.<br /><br />### B. Police pat downs are utilized to make sure the arrestee is not carrying a weapon<br />This statement is also true. Officers often perform a pat-down to ensure the safety of the officer and others by checking for weapons.<br /><br />### C. An officer should immediately reach into a suspect's pocket if he suspects they are carrying a weapon<br />This statement is NOT true. Officers are trained to avoid reaching into pockets without consent or probable cause, as this could be considered an illegal search.<br /><br />### D. Officers should always watch the arrestee's hands<br />This statement is true. Officers are advised to watch the hands of an arrestee to prevent them from reaching for a weapon or escaping.