Article 5 Flashcards
(48 cards)
What does a Qualified right mean?
It is a right when under certain circumstances can be interfered with.
When can a qualified right be interfered with?
In situation slike the prevention of crime, conviction, national security or mental health.
What makes an interference with a qualified right lawful?
The interference needs to be based on a law (I.E the PACE Act) which is free and accessible to everyone affected.
What should the interference be done for?
It should be to achieve a legitimate aim. (like preventing crime)
How must the interference be implemented?
In a proportionate way such as trying to be reasonably quick, like when using the power of stop and search.
When is it considered a deprivation of liberty?
If the claiment is under continuous supervision and isn’t free to leave
What case defines the deprivation of liberty
Chester
(Tailering to the question) (TQ) - What law and code covers the power to stop and search?
s.1 PACE and Code A
TQ - Stop and Search
when can a stop and search only take place?
If the police have reasonable suspicion of the person who might have stolen items or offensive weapons.
TQ - S&S
What must the police do before conducting a S&S?
The police must identify themselves, give or show their number.
TQ - S&S
What are the only items of clothing the police can ask you to remove in a S&S in the public?
The jacket, outer coat and gloves.
TQ - S&S
What cannot be the reasons to conduct the search?
Because of the claiments: Disabilty, race, identifiers (gang symbols or tattoos), or if the claiment has previous convictions or if the police know of them (like the sibling of a criminal)
Whta does CJPOA stand for?
Criminal Justice and Police orders Act
What does s.60 of CJPOA grant?
An extension of the powers to stop and search for a certain amount of time and in certain areas. It gives the police extended power in anticipation of violence.
Who must authorise a s.60?
A senior officer
Under a s.60 what do the police no longer need to conduct a stop and search?
Reasonable suspicion about the person they stop.
What can the police ask for the removal of under a s.60?
Any face coverings which hide the persons face, even if they are religious.
When can the police conduct a S&S in relation to terrorism?
If the police have reasonable suspicion of terrorist activities as stated in the Terrorism Act 2000
What is Kettling?
It is when the police crowd people into a designated area, and keep them there to ensure there is no violence taking place.
What is a key case used for describing kettling?
Austin
With kettling what does this key case outline?
Austin outlines the fact that the kettling can last as long as is necessary. It also says that there is no backlash if innocent people are swept up into it.
When is Kettling normally used?
It is used in times of protest or riot
When can the police use force?
Only if it is necessary
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