Which three capabilities describe how MWD teams support law enforcement?

• A. Deterrence, training, and welfare
• B. Detection, evacuation, and communication
• C. Deterrence, detection, and apprehensions
• D. Deterrence, crowd control, and search

Answer: (C)

MWD teams support law enforcement by deterring crime, detecting contraband or threats, and assisting with apprehensions. Deterrence comes from the dog’s presence and training, which can deter suspects and reduce incidents by making criminals think twice before acting. Detection is the dog’s trained ability to smell specific targets—like drugs or explosives—allowing rapid localization of contraband or threats that might be missed by humans. Apprehension involves the dog helping to locate a suspect and, under the handler’s control, assisting in securing and bringing the person into custody, increasing safety for officers and the public. While some other duties can occur, this combination most accurately describes how MWD teams actively support law enforcement.