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What year was the European Convention on Human Rights established?
What year was the European Convention on Human Rights established?
- 1948
- 1975
- 1960
- 1953 (correct)
Which major event prompted the creation of the European Convention on Human Rights?
Which major event prompted the creation of the European Convention on Human Rights?
- World War II (correct)
- The Cold War
- World War I
- The Great Depression
What is the significance of the UK in the context of the European Convention on Human Rights?
What is the significance of the UK in the context of the European Convention on Human Rights?
- The UK was a major contributor to its drafting (correct)
- The UK did not agree with its principles
- The UK rejected the treaty
- The UK was the last member to join
What does the term 'fundamental rights' refer to in the context of the European Convention?
What does the term 'fundamental rights' refer to in the context of the European Convention?
What was a major implication of the Human Rights Act 1998 on the police service?
What was a major implication of the Human Rights Act 1998 on the police service?
What is the role of the European Court of Human Rights?
What is the role of the European Court of Human Rights?
How do the principles of the European Convention relate to UK legislation?
How do the principles of the European Convention relate to UK legislation?
What kind of rights does the European Convention primarily focus on?
What kind of rights does the European Convention primarily focus on?
Under which circumstance can an individual be lawfully deprived of their liberty?
Under which circumstance can an individual be lawfully deprived of their liberty?
What must happen when someone is arrested according to the rights outlined?
What must happen when someone is arrested according to the rights outlined?
What right do individuals have if they believe their arrest was unlawful?
What right do individuals have if they believe their arrest was unlawful?
Which of the following constitutes a lawful arrest?
Which of the following constitutes a lawful arrest?
What does the right to compensation imply for victims of unlawful arrests?
What does the right to compensation imply for victims of unlawful arrests?
Which situation does NOT justify the lawful detention of an individual?
Which situation does NOT justify the lawful detention of an individual?
What is required for an arrest warrant to be considered lawful?
What is required for an arrest warrant to be considered lawful?
What is a legitimate purpose for a lawful arrest based on suspicion?
What is a legitimate purpose for a lawful arrest based on suspicion?
Under what circumstances is deprivation of life not considered a contravention of Article 2?
Under what circumstances is deprivation of life not considered a contravention of Article 2?
Which of the following actions can justify the use of force leading to deprivation of life under Article 2?
Which of the following actions can justify the use of force leading to deprivation of life under Article 2?
What constitutes torture according to the provided definition?
What constitutes torture according to the provided definition?
Which of the following is an example of torture as defined in the content?
Which of the following is an example of torture as defined in the content?
What can be categorized as inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment according to the content?
What can be categorized as inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment according to the content?
Which of the following acts would likely NOT be considered torture?
Which of the following acts would likely NOT be considered torture?
In what context might 'conduct against a person' be classified as inhuman or degrading treatment?
In what context might 'conduct against a person' be classified as inhuman or degrading treatment?
What is a key characteristic of conduct that constitutes torture?
What is a key characteristic of conduct that constitutes torture?
What is a primary focus of the Convention regarding individual rights?
What is a primary focus of the Convention regarding individual rights?
Which authorities are defined as 'Public Authority' under the Convention?
Which authorities are defined as 'Public Authority' under the Convention?
What role does the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) play?
What role does the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) play?
What are protocols in the context of the Convention?
What are protocols in the context of the Convention?
What does the Convention outline?
What does the Convention outline?
What does Article 3 of the ECHR address?
What does Article 3 of the ECHR address?
Which article of the ECHR guarantees the right to life?
Which article of the ECHR guarantees the right to life?
Why is it important for Police Scotland to adhere to the guidelines of the Convention?
Why is it important for Police Scotland to adhere to the guidelines of the Convention?
What is a potential concern linked with the Human Rights Act 1998 in policing?
What is a potential concern linked with the Human Rights Act 1998 in policing?
What principle must be assessed when utilizing policing powers?
What principle must be assessed when utilizing policing powers?
Where is the European Court of Human Rights located?
Where is the European Court of Human Rights located?
Which of the following articles deals with the prohibition of discrimination?
Which of the following articles deals with the prohibition of discrimination?
What does Article 6 guarantee?
What does Article 6 guarantee?
Which of the following is NOT a principle related to ECHR Articles?
Which of the following is NOT a principle related to ECHR Articles?
The right to private and family life is guaranteed under which article?
The right to private and family life is guaranteed under which article?
What is the purpose of the European Court of Human Rights?
What is the purpose of the European Court of Human Rights?
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Study Notes
Human Rights Overview
- Established in 1953, the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) addresses human rights violations from World War II.
- The UK was a significant contributor to the ECHR drafting, influencing its foundational principles.
- The Convention aims to balance the general community interest with individual rights protection.
- Police Scotland and the Crown Office are classified as ‘Public Authorities’ under this framework, adhering to various guidelines.
European Court of Human Rights (ECHR)
- The ECHR, located in Strasbourg, ensures member states comply with the rights outlined in the Convention.
Key Articles of the ECHR
- Article 2 - Right to Life: Deprivation of life is permissible only under strictly necessary conditions, including self-defense and lawful arrest.
- Article 3 - Prohibition of Torture: Prohibits torture and inhuman or degrading treatment; aims to protect prisoners and the conditions of their detention.
- Article 5 - Right to Liberty and Security:
- Individuals cannot be deprived of liberty except under lawful circumstances (e.g., post-conviction, lawful arrests).
- Arrested individuals have the right to be informed promptly of charges and seek legal proceedings for unlawful detention.
- Article 6 - Right to a Fair Trial: Guarantees fair judicial processes.
- Article 8 - Right to Respect for Private and Family Life: Protects personal privacy and familial integrity.
- Article 14 - Prohibition of Discrimination: Ensures equal protection against discrimination.
General Principles of ECHR Articles
- Covers additional principles in Articles 4, 7, 9, 10, 11, and 12 pertaining to rights and freedoms, including prohibition of forced labor and rights to freedom of expression and assembly.
Application in Policing
- Emphasis on applying tests of proportionality, legality, accountability, necessity, and ethics when exercising police powers.
- Understanding of human rights implications is crucial in day-to-day policing roles to prevent violations and ensure lawful conduct.
Resources for Further Study
- Human Rights Act 1998 and supplementary legal databases.
- Police Intranet human rights standard operating procedures.
- European Court of Human Rights official website for comprehensive guidelines.
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