Police Powers: stop and search

Question 0

What does s1 of PACE say?

Answer 0

Police have the right to detain and search people and vehicles in public places if they have reasonable grounds for suspecting that the person or vehicular has prohibited articles.

Question 1

What does s78 of PACE say?

Answer 1

Any evidence obtained unfairly can be inadmissible in court.

Question 2

What does SOAP stand for?

Answer 2

Stolen goods
Offensive weapons
Articles for criminal intent
Pointed or bladed items.

Question 3

What is paragraph 2.2 of Code A under PACE?

Answer 3

Reasonable grounds does not include any personal features or the fact that they’ve been known for previous convictions.

Question 4

Name 2 other statutes which allow police to stop and search

Answer 4

1) The Misuse Of Drugs Act 1971-police may conduct stop and search persons looking for controlled drugs
2) Terrorism Act 2000- stop and search can be conducted if there is reasonable suspicion of involvement in terrorism.

Question 5

What 3 pieces of information must the officer give to the person being stopped?

Answer 5

1) Name. 2) Grounds. 3) Station.

Question 6

If the search is made public what clothing can the officer ask to be removed?

Answer 6

JOG- Jacket, Outer clothing, Gloves

Question 7

When must an officer make a written support on the stop?

Answer 7

As soon as practicable