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a. Normative values at work in making a discretionary arrest
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1
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Seriousness of the offense
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1.38 (0.70)
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1.30–1.47
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2
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If effective alternatives exist
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2.65 (0.97)
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2.53–2.77
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3
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The need for there to be consequences
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2.97 (0.82)
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2.87–3.07
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4
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Arrests should be made when laws are broken
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3.00 (1.08)
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2.86–3.13
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b. Influence of the expectations of others in making a discretionary arrest
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1
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Expectations of supervisor(s)
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1.90 (0.82)
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1.80–2.00
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2
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Expectations of colleagues/peers
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2.61 (0.95)
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2.50–2.73
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3
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Expectations of friends/family
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2.69 (0.98)
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2.54–2.84
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4
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Expectations of community
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2.80 (1.18)
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2.65–2.94
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c. Influence of situational factors in making a discretionary arrest
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1
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Attitude of the suspect
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1.63 (0.71)
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1.54–1.72
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2
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Personal sense of right and wrong
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2.04 (1.02)
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1.91–2.16
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3
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Suspect hasn’t learned their lesson yet
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2.72 (0.84)
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2.62–2.82
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4
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Personal factors (overtime/work schedule)
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3.69 (0.69)
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3.53–3.70
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