NZ Bill of Rights Act 1990 Flashcards
A person does not need to be physically deprived of their liberty in order to be detained.
True or False?
True.
A person is considered to be detained when words or conduct of the enforcement officer provides a reasonable belief that the person is not free to leave.
True or False?
True.
A person may be detained in circumstances where the person is required to attend a particular place and non-compliance is subject to a penalty.
True or False?
True.
Police can detain a person solely for the purpose of questioning them.
True or False
False.
An example of arbitrary detention is when police have not arrested or detained the person, but nevertheless that person feels that he or she is not free to leave.
True or False?
True.
An example of arbitrary detention maybe lawful in the outset, as in this case, becomes unreasonable by virtue of indefinite or prolonged duration or disproportionate consequences.
True or False?
True.
