Taking a person into custody, in a case and in the manner authorized by law. An arrest may be made by a peace officer or by a private citizen.

Arrested.

A group of offenses chosen to serve as an index for gauging fluctuations in the overall volume and rate of crime. These offenses, chosen because of the seriousness and likelihood of being reported to [..]

The state agency that has jurisdiction over the California Rehabilitation Center and the California prison system.

Cases assigned to an Inspector for follow-up investigation, including rebookings.

A case is considered closed after it has been "cleared", the investigation is complete, and the file has been reviewed by the section Lieutenant.

Cases that are logged, indexed and stored without action, i.e. not assigned to an Inspector for a follow-up investigation.

Workload measure for the SFPD which reflects the total activity of investigative units. Includes rebookings, follow-up investigations and unassigned cases.

A formal allegation that a specific person has committed a specific offense.

A written order, issued by the police for a violation, to appear before a magistrate or probation officer at a later date.