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Task: Reasonable Suspicion-Length of Detention
U.S. v. Sharpe, 470 U.S. 675 (1985).
Officers may detain for the period of time in which they diligently
pursue a means of investigation that is likely to confirm or dispel the
suspicion quickly during which time detention was necessary.
Key Points to determine reasonableness of length of detention:
Diligent Investigation Taking Place
Detention Necessary for Investigation
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