Utah Special Function Officer (SFO) Practice Exam

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What is one of the three reasons for filing an arrest warrant?

To prevent a crime from happening
To enforce a civil judgment
Failure to appear in court
To gather additional evidence

The correct answer is: Failure to appear in court

Filing an arrest warrant is primarily a legal procedure conducted for specific purposes, one of which includes addressing situations where an individual fails to appear in court after being summoned. This failure to appear is considered a significant factor in the legal process, as it undermines the judicial system's ability to function effectively. When a person neglects to attend court as required, the court has the authority to issue a warrant for their arrest to ensure compliance with court orders and to maintain the integrity of the judicial process. In contrast, while preventing a crime or gathering additional evidence can be associated with law enforcement activities, they are not primary reasons for filing an arrest warrant. Enforcing a civil judgment also pertains to different legal processes and does not typically involve the issuance of criminal arrest warrants, which are strictly for addressing criminal behavior or compliance with the judicial system.