Elements of Arrest under Section 24 Flashcards
What does PACE stand for?
Police and Criminal Evidence Act
True or False: Section 24 PACE governs the powers of arrest.
True
Fill in the blank: An arrest under Section 24 PACE must be based on _____ grounds.
reasonable suspicion
What are the two main elements that must exist for an arrest under Section 24 PACE?
Reasonable suspicion and necessity
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for an arrest under Section 24 PACE? A) Preventing harm, B) Gathering evidence, C) Seeking revenge
C) Seeking revenge
What is the standard of suspicion required for an arrest under Section 24 PACE?
Reasonable suspicion
True or False: An officer must inform the person of the reason for the arrest at the time of arrest.
True
Fill in the blank: The necessity of an arrest must be assessed based on the _____ of the situation.
circumstances
What must police officers consider when determining if an arrest is necessary?
The need to prevent harm, protect victims, and ensure the suspect attends court
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key principle of arrest under Section 24 PACE? A) Arbitrary detention, B) Proportionality, C) Coercion
B) Proportionality
True or False: Section 24 PACE allows for arrest without a warrant in all circumstances.
False
What does ‘reasonable suspicion’ entail?
A belief based on facts or information that a person is committing or has committed an offense
Fill in the blank: The power to arrest without a warrant is primarily intended to _____ crime.
prevent
What is the purpose of Section 24 PACE?
To provide a legal framework for lawful arrests
Multiple Choice: Who has the authority to arrest under Section 24 PACE? A) Any citizen, B) Police officers, C) Security guards
B) Police officers
True or False: An arrest can be made based solely on a hunch.
False
What is one key limitation of the arrest powers under Section 24 PACE?
The necessity for the arrest must be justified
Fill in the blank: Officers must use ____ methods to make an arrest whenever possible.
least forceful
What should officers do if an arrest is made in a public place?
Identify themselves as police and explain the reason for the arrest
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a possible consequence of an unlawful arrest? A) Compensation, B) Promotion, C) Dismissal
A) Compensation
True or False: An individual has the right to challenge the lawfulness of an arrest.
True
What must be documented after an arrest is made?
The reasons for the arrest and the circumstances surrounding it
Fill in the blank: Officers are required to provide a _____ to the arrested individual.
caution
What is the significance of the term ‘necessity’ in the context of Section 24 PACE?
It ensures that arrest is only used when absolutely required
Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors does NOT influence the necessity of an arrest? A) Previous criminal history, B) Nature of the offense, C) Suspect’s hairstyle
C) Suspect’s hairstyle
True or False: The power of arrest under Section 24 PACE is absolute.
False
