Under what circumstances can physical arrests be made?

Physical arrests can be made for specific criminal traffic offenses because these are typically defined by law as violations serious enough to warrant such action. This includes situations where a person's driving poses a significant danger to public safety, such as driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, reckless driving, or hit-and-run incidents.

In these cases, the law allows officers to physically arrest individuals to prevent further harm and to ensure that they are held accountable for their actions. This approach reflects the legal framework surrounding law enforcement's authority and the necessity for intervention in situations that threaten public safety.

Other scenarios, such as minor offenses or general traffic violations, typically do not provide the same level of justification for a physical arrest; instead, they might be addressed through citations or warnings. Therefore, the ability to arrest is reserved for specific, serious offenses where immediate action is deemed essential by law enforcement.