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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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