Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Practice Exam

What term describes when two or more suspects jointly control an article?

1. Shared possession

2. Joint possession

3. Cohesive possession

4. Common possession

The correct answer is: Joint possession

The term that best describes when two or more suspects jointly control an article is "joint possession." This term indicates that two or more individuals have the ability to control or use an item together, thereby sharing the responsibility and rights associated with that item. In a legal context, joint possession often reflects a scenario where multiple individuals can be held accountable for the item, as they both have the capacity to exercise control over it. Shared possession, while similar, implies a more informal arrangement and does not necessarily encompass the legal implications of accountability. Cohesive possession and common possession are not widely recognized terms in legal terminology relating to the control of articles or items. Thus, "joint possession" accurately encapsulates the legal concept pertinent to how multiple suspects can have shared control over an item.