stop and frisk
"Stop and frisk" is a controversial policing tactic used primarily in urban areas to deter crime and ensure officer safety.
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Definition
C1Law Enforcement
(technical, legal)A police practice where an officer stops an individual for questioning and conducts a pat-down of their outer clothing to check for weapons.
Example
- The officer conducted a stop and frisk after suspecting the individual might be carrying a weapon.