In a case with probable cause for a non-dominant aggressor, which form is used for review?

In a case with probable cause for a non-dominant aggressor, which form is used for review?

• A. Review and advice form
• B. A written warning
• C. A press release
• D. A court summons

Answer: (A)

When probable cause must be evaluated in a case where dynamics involve a non-dominant aggressor, the process hinges on documenting and guiding the decision through an internal review. The form used for this is a review and advice form. It’s specifically designed to capture the supervisor’s review of the probable cause decision, record the reasoning, and lay out recommended next steps. This keeps decisions consistent, transparent, and focused on safety and fairness, especially in complicated domestic-violence contexts where pinpointing the primary aggressor isn’t clear.

A written warning, by contrast, is for lighter infractions and doesn’t serve as a formal review of probable cause. A press release is for communicating information to the public, not for internal case evaluation. A court summons is a legal instrument to require a court appearance, not a tool for evaluating or advising on whether probable cause exists or how to proceed.