Custody & Interviewing Flashcards
What 3 things are detainees entitled to whilst in custody?
- Free and independent legal advice
- To have someone informed of their detention
- A copy of the PACE Codes of Practice
What is the normal maximum length someone can be detained in custody for?
24 hours
When does the PACE/custody clock start?
Arrival on police premises
As soon as through the gates
Who can authorise an extension to the PACE clock up to 36 hours?
Superintendent
Who can authorise an extension to the PACE clock up to 48 hours?
Magistrate
Who authorises intimate swabs?
Custody Support Inspector
Who authorises Section 18 PACE searches?
Custody Support Inspector
Who authorises Section 54 PACE searches?
Custody Sergeant
Who can carry out a Section 54 PACE search?
An officer of the same sex
In STORY SAD, what does the first ‘S’ stand for?
Stop and searched
In STORY SAD, what does the ‘T’ stand for?
Time & place of arrest
In STORY SAD, what does the ‘O’ stand for?
Offence
In STORY SAD, what does the ‘R’ stand for?
Reason for arrest (Code G/necessity)
In STORY SAD, what does the ‘Y’ stand for?
Circumstances & why do you suspect them
In STORY SAD, what does the second ‘S’ stand for?
Significant comments made
In STORY SAD, what does the ‘A’ stand for?
Time of arrival at the police station
In STORY SAD, what does the ‘D’ stand for?
Reason for any delays
In a constant watch in custody, what are the 4Rs?
Rousability
Respone to Questions
Response to Commands
Remember
At a minimum, how often must custody staff check each prisoner?
Every 6 hours
What legislation sets out voluntary interviews?
Section 29 Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984
Does all the material used in an interview need to be shared with the legal advisor before the interview?
There is no obligation to provide material before the interview and you don’t need to provide a reason to withhold
Who can authorise a replacement legal advisor if required?
Superintendent
When producing an exhibit in an interview, what must you do?
Describe each item and read out it’s exhibit label
What does MOS CHOP stand for?
Special Warnings
Marks
Objects
Substances
On:
Clothing
His/her person
Otherwise in their possession
Or at:
Place of arrest
