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Police Powers to Stop and Search (S1 PACE 1984 (Code A (P2.2 (can never be…
Police Powers to Stop and Search
S1 PACE 1984
right to stop and search in a public place
paragraph 3.5
must have RG
Duty to give name and station
Osman v DPP(1999)
could not be convicted for assaulting officer
S2.9
can only request to remove outer layers
Code A
must make a written report
para 2.6 and 4.1
P2.2
can never be reported on personal factors alone without reliale supporting evidence
suspicion cannot be based on generalisations or stereotypical images of certain groups.
can be established from suspicious behaviour
sometimes appearance may be sufficient as gangs tend to wear symbolic clothing eg Bloods and Cripps wore bandanas
Terrorism Act 2000
ss43 and 44
can request a suspect to remove headgear and shoes
Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
power to stop and search for illegal drugs
Criminal Justice and Public Order Act 1994
S60
right to stop and search in anticipation of violence if senior officer authorises it.
does not need RG
only 24 hours
power to ask someone to remove clothing which may be concealing their identity