Under state law, when a law enforcement officer makes an arrest for a family violence crime, which items may be seized?

• A. Only weapons and ammunition
• B. Only if a warrant is obtained
• C. Weapon, ammunition, electronic defense, and pistol permit
• D. No items may be seized without consent

Answer: (C)

During an arrest for a family violence crime, officers are allowed to seize items that could pose an ongoing danger or be relevant as evidence. This includes weapons and ammunition, which are the most direct threats to safety and must be removed to protect the victim and others. It also includes electronic defense devices, such as electronic weapons used for protection, because they could be used to harm or intimidate and may be relevant to the case. A pistol permit may be seized because it authorizes firearm possession; taking possession of the permit helps ensure the person cannot access a gun while the situation is unresolved and supports evidentiary handling. These seizures can occur in connection with the arrest under state law without needing a separate warrant, as part of immediate risk management and evidence preservation.