Chapter 26 – Domestic Disturbances

Assault is defined as a criminal act that causes ______ injury to another person.

bodily

Bodily injury refers to ______ pain, illness, or impairment of physical condition.

physical

A Breach of the Peace involves acts that may provoke ______.

violence

Common law marriage is established by agreement and ______ together as if married.

living

A Deadly Weapon can be a firearm or anything designed to cause ______ or serious bodily injury.

death

Domestic Disturbance arises from disputes occurring between ______ members.

family

Family Violence is the intentional use of ______ force by one family member against another.

physical

Household can include a unit of persons living together, regardless of whether they are ______.

related

Intoxication can disturb mental or physical capacity from the introduction of ______ into the body.

substance

Mediation is the process of guiding a discussion to assist in reaching ______ on an action plan.

agreement

What is a Domestic Disturbance?

A dispute occurring between family members or persons in an intimate relationship that results in police contact.

What does 'Breach of the Peace' involve?

Any unauthorized act which involves violence or likely will provoke violence.

What constitutes 'Family Violence'?

The intentional use or threat of physical force by one family member against another.

Define 'Serious Bodily Injury'.

Bodily injury that creates a substantial risk of death or causes severe disfigurement or prolonged impairment.

What does 'Mediation' entail?

Guiding a discussion to assist disputants in reaching agreement on a course of action.

What are 'Peace Bonds'?

Legal orders that prevent individuals from engaging in specific behavior to avoid peace disruptions.

What is the significance of 'Probable Cause'?

The total set of apparent facts that would lead a prudent person to believe an offense has occurred.

What does 'Surrender of Firearms' involve?

The process by which officers determine and remove firearms from individuals involved in family violence incidents.

Define 'Intoxication'.

Disturbance of mental or physical capacity from substance introduction into the body.

What is meant by 'Public Place'?

Any location accessible to the public, including streets, highways, and common areas of businesses.