Who can police stop and search?

Posted on January 30, 2008 by Harry Haddock

The Torygraph asks ‘Who can police stop and search?’.

‘Police can stop and search anybody they like provided they have reasonable suspicion (they used to be called ’sus’ laws) that they might have been involved in a crime.’

OK, anyone else?

‘This can include a belief that the individual is carrying an offensive weapon.’

Right, any more?

‘Police can also stop and search anyone without reasonable suspicion under section 44 of the Terrorism Act.’

And as many a person with first hand knowledge will tell you, that is just about anyone. However, that isn’t enough power for the armed wing of the Guardian, and they want more. Our political masters are only too happy to oblige;

‘The Government is considering designating certain hot spot areas for random stops and searches, much as is now allowed under anti-terror laws.

They would also dispense with the forms but police would still record details on hand-held recorders.

The Tories are also promising to get rid of the red tape and free the police to stop more people. ‘

 

I have always maintained that it is important to know your rights. Fortunately, this is becoming much more convenient as time goes on.

You don’t have any.

 

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2 Responses to “Who can police stop and search?”

  1. Simon Clark, on January 30th, 2008 at 6:53 pm Said:

    They can already set up temporary stop and search areas if the chief of police can demonstrate good reason and in these areas they can stop and search anyone without the need for just cause. They usually get put in place near football stadiums on match day.

  2. jameshigham, on January 31st, 2008 at 6:09 am Said:

    RIPA says it all.

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