From a process modeling perspective, the arrest process is essentially uniform across different jurisdictions.
The following links provide Business Process Flow Diagrams for the Arrest Business Function:
Primary Flow
Arrest-Primary (png)
Arrest-Primary (bpm)
The sample process flow diagram was developed in standard Business Process Model and Notation using the Windows-based Bizagi Modeler tool and can be modified to represent the specific process in your jurisdiction. To download a free copy of the Bizagi Modeler tool, go to bizagi.com.
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Law enforcement arrests an offender. | ||||||||
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Law enforcement submits an arrest report to Booking. |
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Booking performs fingerprinting and submits the fingerprint card to the Repository. | ||||||||
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The Repository records the fingerprint card. | ||||||||
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Law Enforcement reviews the charges and decides whether to (1) Drop the charges based on no record; (2) No referral or (3) Charge. |
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Prosecution receives and reviews the charging referral. | ||||||||
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Prosecution makes a charging decision and decides whether to (1) Decline for further investigation; (2) File/amend charge or (3) File no charges. | ||||||||
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The Court receives the charge filing, reviews, adjudicates and disposes the charges. | ||||||||
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The Repository records the charge disposition. | ||||||||
The following table summarizes the responsibilities of each actor depicted in the business process flow:
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