Detained Persons Flashcards
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What is an appropriate adult?
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An appropriate adult is needed in custody to help all youths - under 17’s and adults who suffer with mental health or learning disabilities to understand the processes and what is happening during their stay in custody.
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What are the three statutory rights of a detained person in police custody, as defined in Code C of PACE 1984?
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- They can have someone notified of their arrest
- They can read a book called the Codes of Practice
- They are entitled to free legal independent advice
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Wo can search a detained person under Section 54 of PACE 1984 whilst in custody?
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Same sex person who is instructed to do so by the custody officer