MASSACHUSETTS CRIMINAL LAW REFERENCE HANDBOOK
A STUDY GUIDE AND QUICK REFERENCE
FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
The Handbook contains over 125 pages of up-to-date information.
Over 250 crimes listed alphabetically, with statutory reference and notation next to each as to
whether the crime is a felony or misdemeanor. Over 300 motor vehicle statutory and CMR
references alphabetically. The handbook is a valuable on-scene useful reference. The handbook
is also an important training aid and contains substantial criminal law and procedures data. A must for patrol officers.
In addition, the handbook is useful to those law enforcement/security officers whose primary
function is not a patrol function but a security or investigative function. These officers
often interact with the patrol officer and detectives. These officers must also know basic laws
and procedures in order to aid them in performing their duties and in the aforementioned interactions.
The handbook is also a great desk reference for the suervisor.
MASSACHUSETTS CRIMINAL LAW REFERENCE HANDBOOK
- CONTENTS:
CHAPTER 1 - DEFINITIONS OF CRIMES
- A. INTRODUCTION TO CRIMES
Law of arrest, Sheriff's and Deputy Sheriff's, Constables, Security officers (sworn and un-sworn)
- B. CRIMES AGAINST THE PERSON
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- C. CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- D. CRIMES AGAINST CHASTITY, MORALITY, DECENCY AND GOOD ORDER
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- E. FELONIES, ACCESSORIES AND ATTEMPTS TO COMMIT CRIMES
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- F. FORGERY AND CRIMES AGAINST CURRENCY/CREDIT CARDS
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- G. CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC JUSTICE
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- H. CRIMES INVOLVING CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- I. SELECTED MOTOR VEHICLE VIOLATIONS
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
- J. MISCELLANEOUS CRIMES
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
CHAPTER 2 - JUVENILES, YOUTHFUL OFFENDERS, MINORS AND CHILDREN
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
CHAPTER 3 - PROTECTIVE CUSTODY AND ABUSE TO PERSON
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
CHAPTER 4 - SEARCH AND SEIZURE, A PRIMER
Definitions and elements of common crimes followed by related statutes. Statutory references provided.
CHAPTER 5 - THE PATROL OFFICER AS AN INVESTIGATOR
A checklist of information for all investigators, plus a basic check list for the patrol
officer investigator to do when arriving at the scene of an accident. A separate list
for each common crimes investigated by the officer. Special notes on DNA. List of Social Security Codes.
CHAPTER 6 - DEFINITIONS OF LEGAL AND OTHER TERMS
CHAPTER 7 - MASSACHUSETTS CRIMINAL STATUTE REFERENCE
An alphabetical listing of crimes with statutory reference and an indication whether the crime
is a felony or misdemeanor. Can arrest for felonies committed in presence or on probable cause.
CHAPTER 8 - MOTOR VEHICLE LAW REFERENCE
An alphabetical listing of motor vehicle law with statutory references (also CMR references where appropriate)
Also there are pages for notes, i.e. changes in laws or additional information. Lastly, on inside of the back
cover is a copy of the Miranda Warning for reference.
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Private Detectives, Sheriffs', Constables and Security Personnell have certain traditions in common - they interact with government police or are impowered to act in some manner as police officers.
- Private Detectives can make citizen arrests and their investigations may lead to referral to a law enforcement agency for further investigation and prosecution. The Private Detective should understand, generally, the criminal law, practices and procedures.
- Sheriffs and their Deputies have historic and statutory authority to perform many "police" functions, limited only by the discretion/policy of the Sheriff. When performing their duties Deputy Sheriffs, on either criminal or civil matters, should be aware of their authority as well as those professionals in law enforcement that they come in contact.
- Constables, like the Sheriffs and somewhat limited to their cities or towns, have similar historic and statutory powers granted to organized police and Sheriffs'. These powers, in most part, extend to their duties as "Civil Process" servers. However, they have been granted certain "police" powers to perform their duties and keep the peace.
- Private security personnel may be granted police powers by the State Police or their community. Sworn or non-sworn, the nature of the security officers duties place him/her in contact with government law enforcement officers. Security officers and their supervisors should understand and be knowledgeable of the duties of organized police.
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