The Power Of arrest Flashcards
When arrest complete
When you have a verbal physical acknowledgment. Or touching them on the shoulder.
Purpose of arrest
Purpose of arrest is to deprive people of their liberty
Conflict of interest
When dealing with family or friend..advise other officers if the circumstance. Distance your self from any involvement.
Section 316 crimes act 1961
Any person arrested must be informed at the time of the arrest of the reason for the arrest, unless
The reason is obvious
OR
It is impractical to do so
315(2)(a) Crimes Act 1961
HE FINDS
Disturbing the public peace
OR
Committing any offence Punishable by imprisonment
315(2)(b) Crimes Act 1961
HE HAS GOOD CAUSE TO SUSPECT
Of having commuted a breach of the peace
OR
Any offence punishable by imprisonment.
39(1) of the Summary offences act 1981
he has good cause to suspect
Of having committed an offence against this act
Except section 17-20,25,32-38
39(2) summary offences act 1981
Within view
an act the constable believes is an offence against section 17-20,25,32-38
And gives false details
Arrest with warrant
Police can also be given a power of arrest with warrent. This power originates from the judiciary
Section 316(2) of the crimes act 1961. Warrant
An officer to provide the arrest warrant as proof of their authority to make an arrest
Public peace
You can arrest someone you believe is disturbing the public peace if they are likely to commit a disorder offense or course another to commit an offence. Only hold for 2 hours.