ASIS International (ASIS) Professional Certified Investigator Practice Exam

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According to US v. Delorean, what should police avoid doing?

Encouraging conversations with suspects
Planting seeds for criminal activity in the innocent's mind
Ignoring criminal activity in progress
Using undercover officers to provoke criminals

The correct answer is: Planting seeds for criminal activity in the innocent's mind

In the context of US v. Delorean, police should avoid planting seeds for criminal activity in the innocent's mind. This principle stems from the understanding that law enforcement's role is to prevent and combat crime, not to incite it. If authorities suggest or encourage individuals, particularly those who are innocent or uninvolved in criminal activities, to engage in unlawful behavior, it could lead to entrapment, which undermines the integrity of the judicial process. Entrapment occurs when law enforcement induces a person to commit a crime they would not have otherwise committed. This case serves as a reminder that police tactics should focus on legitimate investigative methods that do not involve inciting or creating criminal behavior among those who would not typically engage in it. This helps to ensure that justice is served fairly and that the rights of individuals are protected, maintaining a clear boundary between proactive policing and entrapment.