Factors regarding reasonable suspicion to conduct a strip search include:

• A. Nature of the offense
• B. Arrestee's appearance and conduct
• C. Prior arrest record
• D. A, B, and C

Answer: (D)

Reasonable suspicion for a strip search is built from specific, observable facts drawn from the total circumstances surrounding the arrestee. The nature of the offense matters because certain crimes elevate the risk that contraband or tools for concealing it might be involved, so the type of offense can contribute to the likelihood you’ll encounter concealment. The arrestee’s appearance and conduct provide immediate cues—things like attempts to hide items, evasive or nervous behavior, or inconsistencies in claims—that raise suspicions about concealment and safety. A prior arrest record adds context by suggesting a history or pattern of attempting to evade controls or conceal contraband, though it must be weighed alongside current indicators rather than used alone. When these factors are considered together, they form a more complete, articulable basis for reasonable suspicion that a strip search is warranted, ensuring that the intrusion is related to the circumstances and proportional to the risk.