MCOLES State Licensing Practice Exam

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How should an officer approach a domestic violence complaint that has a child witness?

Ignore the child's statement
Document the child’s statement for evidence
Address only the adult parties
Leave the home immediately

The correct answer is: Document the child’s statement for evidence

When an officer responds to a domestic violence complaint that involves a child witness, documenting the child’s statement for evidence is essential. Children can provide critical information about the events they witness, which may help in understanding the dynamics of the situation and may also serve as crucial evidence in any subsequent legal proceedings. Furthermore, the child's perspective could illuminate aspects of the incident that adults may overlook or fail to disclose. Officers are trained to approach child witnesses with sensitivity, ensuring that they are comfortable and that their statements are collected appropriately. This documentation can play a vital role in court cases related to domestic violence, as it may be considered significant evidence regarding the incident and the overall environment in which the child is living. In this context, ignoring the child's statement would mean missing out on potentially vital information, addressing only the adult parties disregards the presence and potential insight of the child, and leaving the home immediately may not allow for any proper assessment of the situation or collection of necessary evidence.