Probable Cause

Learn about the definition for this legal term.

What is Probable Cause?

A reasonable belief that a person has committed or will commit a crime. There must be sufficient knowledge of facts to warrant a belief that a suspect is committing a crime, based on credible facts and not just speculation.

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