What must law enforcement provide before making an arrest, according to the CCP?

Law enforcement must typically obtain a warrant before making an arrest, as stipulated in the Code of Criminal Procedure (CCP). A warrant serves as a judicial authorization that grants law enforcement the authority to arrest an individual based on probable cause. This requirement ensures that individuals are protected from unlawful detainment, as it requires law enforcement to present sufficient evidence to a judge or magistrate justifying the need for an arrest.

There are exceptions to this rule. For instance, if a law enforcement officer directly witnesses a crime being committed or has probable cause to believe that a suspect poses an immediate threat to public safety, they can arrest without a warrant. However, the general practice emphasizes the necessity of a warrant to uphold the legal rights of citizens and to maintain the integrity of the justice system.

Other options do not align with the standard legal requirements for making an arrest. For example, a verbal agreement from the accused or witness statements are not prerequisites for an arrest. Moreover, prior convictions might provide context for a legal matter, but they are not a condition for an arrest to take place. Therefore, the requirement of obtaining a warrant unless certain conditions are met is the foundation for lawful arrest procedures in accordance with the CCP.