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What are the two key requirements a police officer must demonstrate for detention without charge under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984?
What are the two key requirements a police officer must demonstrate for detention without charge under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984?
- Moral authority and lawful execution of power
- Moral authority and ethical use of power
- Legal authority and ethical justification
- Legal authority and lawful exercise of power (correct)
Which act contains the power of detention without charge for police officers?
Which act contains the power of detention without charge for police officers?
- Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (correct)
- Terrorism Act 2000
- Police Act 1997
- Criminal Justice Act 2003
Who is responsible for the handling and welfare of suspects in detention at the police station?
Who is responsible for the handling and welfare of suspects in detention at the police station?
- Healthcare professional
- Solicitor
- Arresting officer
- Custody officer (correct)
What must the custody officer do if they become aware that the grounds for detaining the person have ceased to exist?
What must the custody officer do if they become aware that the grounds for detaining the person have ceased to exist?
Who authorizes the detention of a suspect at the police station?
Who authorizes the detention of a suspect at the police station?
What is one of the reasons for which a person can be detained at the police station?
What is one of the reasons for which a person can be detained at the police station?
Who may perform the role of the custody officer if they are not available upon arrival at the police station?
Who may perform the role of the custody officer if they are not available upon arrival at the police station?
What does PACE stand for in the context of considering police powers?
What does PACE stand for in the context of considering police powers?
Under what circumstances can a person arrested be taken to a place other than a police station?
Under what circumstances can a person arrested be taken to a place other than a police station?
When can a person arrested be granted 'street bail' instead of being taken to a police station?
When can a person arrested be granted 'street bail' instead of being taken to a police station?
What must happen if it's anticipated that a person will be detained for more than 6 hours after arrest?
What must happen if it's anticipated that a person will be detained for more than 6 hours after arrest?
What can conditions be attached to when a person is granted bail after arrest?
What can conditions be attached to when a person is granted bail after arrest?
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