Powers of Entry - Section 17 PACE 1984 - P.L.E.A.S.E

Question 1

What does P.L.E.A.S.E. refer to regarding a constable’s powers of entry?

Answer 1

Reasons a Constable may enter and search any premises. under Section 17 of PACE 1984 (Usually must be “Reasonable Grounds”).

Question 2

For “Life and Limb & Serious Damage” under P.L.E.A.S.E., what level of belief is required for a Constable to enter and search premises?

Answer 2

Suspicion only.

Question 3

What does the ‘P’ in PLEASE stand for under Section 17 of PACE 1984?

Answer 3

Pursuing a person unlawfully at large.

Question 4

What does the ‘L’ in PLEASE stand for?

Answer 4

Life and limb - to save (and serious damage).

Question 5

What does the ‘E’ (first one) in PLEASE represent?

Answer 5

Escaped from lawful custody.

Question 6

What is denoted by the ‘A’ in PLEASE under Section 17 of PACE 1984?

Answer 6

Arrest for an indictable offence.

Question 7

What is the significance of the ‘S’ in the PLEASE mnemonic?

Answer 7

Statutory offences - listed.

Question 8

What does the last ‘E’ in PLEASE refer to?

Answer 8

Execute a warrant.

Question 9

Which elements of P.L.E.A.S.E. only require suspicion and not “reasonable grounds” for a Constable to enter and search premises under Section 17 of PACE 1984?

Answer 9

Life and Limb & Serious Damage.