sentences:  Some states will arrest simply based on probable cause to believe an act of domestic violence has been committed, while others do not allow for an arrest after a specific amount of time following the incident.For example, in Alaska the police cannot make an arrest if the abuse occurred more than 12 hours prior to notification Police are specifically trained to assess the situation and decide whether they have the required probable cause to make an arrest.For instance, Wisconsin has a list of requirements that must be met before an officer can arrest a suspect.