Conduct Systematic Searches Definitions

Question 1

Stop and Search

Answer 1

A stop and search is one conducted by a police officer in the course of their duties where a person is not in police custody is searched using a specific statutory provision or in accordance with a search warrant issued by a court in Scotland

Question 2

Strip Search

Answer 2

A strip search is a search involving the removal of more than outer coat, jacket, gloves, headgear or footwear

Question 3

Intimate Search

Answer 3

An intimate search consists of the physical examination of a detainee’s body orifices other than the mouth. The intrusive nature of such searches means the actual and potential risks associated with intimate searches must never be underestimated

Question 4

Search

Answer 4

The capability to locate specific targets using intelligence assessment, systematic procedures and appropriate detection techniques