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What is required for a constable to have the power to stop a driver?
What is required for a constable to have the power to stop a driver?
What constitutes an offence in relation to a constable's direction?
What constitutes an offence in relation to a constable's direction?
Who can a constable in uniform direct under the Road Traffic Order?
Who can a constable in uniform direct under the Road Traffic Order?
What is the definition of an offence regarding failure to stop when required?
What is the definition of an offence regarding failure to stop when required?
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Under what condition can a constable enter to arrest a person under Article 180(1)?
Under what condition can a constable enter to arrest a person under Article 180(1)?
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What key aspect should police officers have regarding the Highway Code?
What key aspect should police officers have regarding the Highway Code?
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What does Article 49 of the R.T. (NI) Order empower officers to do?
What does Article 49 of the R.T. (NI) Order empower officers to do?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for stopping a driver under the relevant law?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for stopping a driver under the relevant law?
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Police officers are responsible for maintaining traffic flow and road user safety.
- Even non-drivers should have knowledge of the Highway Code to give advice.
Stopping & Directing Traffic
- Article 180(1) Road Traffic (NI) Order 1981 grants police officers the power to stop vehicles and cyclists.
- Only uniformed officers have this power.
- Failure to stop when required is an offence.
- Article 19(1)(ba) of the Police and Criminal Evidence (NI) Order 1989 allows for arrest of individuals who fail to stop.
- Uniformed officers have the power to direct traffic.
- Contravening a direction given by an uniformed officer is an offence.
- Article 49 of Road Traffic (NI) Order 1995 allows officers to direct cyclists, pedestrians and motorists.
- Officers must be in uniform to issue directions.
Police Direction Signals
- Police direction signals are used for traffic control.
- College will provide opportunities to practice these signals including hand signals.
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Description
This quiz covers the responsibilities of police officers in directing traffic and maintaining road user safety. It includes knowledge of relevant legal articles and police direction signals that officers use in their duties. Understanding these concepts is essential for both drivers and non-drivers alike.