Powers of Arrest Flashcards
1
Q
Section 214: Powers of arrest
(Offence Categories)
A
Category 3 offence:
2 years offence (trial by jury)
Category 4 offence:
Serious offence (life imprisonment by 2+ years)
2
Q
When to give CYP their rights
A
• When they ask
• When they are charged
• When they are detained/arrested
• When they are questioned
3
Q
Section 214A: Breach of bail
A
• May arrest CYP if they breach bail on 2 or more previous occasions
• Obtain approval from Youth Aid Sergeant/ Senior sgt
4
Q
Section 223: Spontaneous Statements
A
Oral statements used as evidence that are made by CYP before Police give them their rights
