controlled buy
Police-monitored transaction
A controlled buy is a law enforcement operation in which an informant or undercover officer purchases drugs or other contraband under police supervision.
Officers typically search the buyer beforehand, provide marked money, and maintain surveillance throughout the transaction: The arrest came after three controlled buys from the suspect.
The procedure creates documented evidence for prosecution.
- stingSharp wound from insect
- undercoverSecretly engaged in espionage
- task forceTemporary goal-oriented team
- informantOne who provides intelligence
- confidential informantSecret source for authorities
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