Stop And Search Under PACE Flashcards
Which sections deal with stop and search
1-8
Which code of PACE deals with stop and search
A
Which section allows police to stop and search in public
1
Under section 1 police can also stop and search these things
Person or vehicle
Police can only stop and search if they have reasonable grounds to believe they have
Possession of stolen or prohibited goods
Which act extended the powers to allow stop and search for articles which can cause criminal damage
Criminal justice act
Stop and search can be made on this type of appearance
Distinctive
Which section states police must give name, station and reason for stop and search
2
Which case shows name and station must be given for stop and search
Osman v DDP
What must planned clothed officers provide
Written evidence to prove identity
In search is in public what may be removed
Outer coat, jacket, gloves
What can officers frisk
Feel in pockets, around collars and shoes
Where must a more thorough search be done
Out of public e.g. In police van
Which section states written evidence of the stop and search must be kept
Section 3 unless impractical
How long must the records be kept for
1 year