Powers of Entry Flashcards

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Where is powers of entry found

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Code B P.A.C.E 1984

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How long can officers stay on premises if they have been invited on by entitled person

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Until the invitation is withdrawn

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What happens when invitations for officers to be there is withdrawn

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Officers become trespassers unless they have power to be there and person may remove them with force

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4
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4 things to do before entering a house

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1) Introduce yourself
2) State purpous of the search
3) State the authority under which entry is sought
4) ask occupier to allow entry

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5
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What does PACE section 23 state

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Premises can be defined as any place

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3 code B police powers

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  • Section 17 = before arrest
  • Section 32 = upon arrest
  • Section 18 = After arrest (made at a police station)
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7
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What is the anagram for section 17

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WASPS

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What does WASPS tell you

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Instances when a constable can enter and search any premises

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9
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What is WASPS

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W - Warrant
A - Arresting for idictable offence
S - Some summary stautory offences
P - Pursuance of a person unlawfully at large
S - Save life and limb/Prevent serious damage to property

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10
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Is authorisation required for section 17

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no

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11
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How is search limited on section 17

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Limited to where you could reasonably expect to find

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