Under CCP, arrest is required for which violation?

• A. Violation of a protective order
• B. Disorderly conduct
• C. Theft
• D. Tax evasion

Answer: (A)

Violations of a protective order are treated as mandatory arrest offenses. When a peace officer has probable cause to believe the protective order has been violated, they must arrest the person, because protecting the safety of the protected individual is the priority and a quick, unequivocal response is required. Other offenses like disorderly conduct, theft, or tax evasion do not carry a universal mandatory arrest requirement; officers may arrest if there is probable cause or may issue a citation or handle the matter in another way, depending on the circumstances and policy.