Seizure of a person occurs when government interference with freedom of movement is such that a reasonable person would not feel free to leave. This statement is:

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Only in private property
• D. Only with a warrant

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is how a seizure is defined under the Fourth Amendment: it happens when a government actor interferes with a person’s freedom of movement to the extent that a reasonable person would not feel free to leave. It isn’t limited to physical force; a show of authority, blocking someone’s exit, or persistent questions can amount to a seizure if the person would feel compelled to stay. If the person is still free to walk away, there isn’t a seizure. This standard applies in any setting, not just private property, and it doesn’t require a warrant for the seizure itself—warrants relate to searches or certain types of detentions. So the statement is true.