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PACE
Arrest & Neccessity
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the 3 elements needed for a lawful s.24 PACE arrest? | 1) Offence committed/being committed/suspected 2) It's a genuine offence 3) Necessity (one of the statutory reasons) |
| What happens if an arrest is made without stating grounds/necessity? | It renders the arrest unlawful — must be told immediately or as soon as practicable |
| What does COP PLAN B stand for (arrest necessity criteria)? | Child (protect), Obstruction of highway, Physical injury (prevent), Public decency, Loss/damage (prevent), Address (ascertain), Name (ascertain), Investigation (prompt/effective), Bail/disappearance (prevent absconding) |
| Which Human Rights Act article underpins the necessity criteria for arrest? | Article 5 — right to liberty |
| What must you tell someone at the point of arrest? (4 things) | 1) That they are under arrest 2) The offence 3) The grounds 4) The caution |
| What does PLEASE stand for (s.17 PACE powers of entry)? | Pursuit of person unlawfully at large, Life & limb (or prevent serious damage), Execute a warrant, Arrest for indictable/either-way offence, Specified in another Act, Escape from lawful detention |