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1
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What is the full name of LEPRA in New South Wales?

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Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002

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True or False: LEPRA provides police with powers to stop and search individuals.

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True

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Fill in the blank: Under LEPRA, police can arrest a person without a warrant if they suspect the person has committed a _______.

A

serious offense

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What section of LEPRA outlines the power to arrest without a warrant?

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Section 99

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a power granted to police under LEPRA?

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To perform a citizen’s arrest

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Short Answer: What must a police officer provide when executing a search warrant?

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Identification and a copy of the warrant

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True or False: Police can use reasonable force when executing their powers under LEPRA.

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True

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What is the purpose of Section 21 of LEPRA?

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To allow police to stop and search a person in a public place.

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Fill in the blank: Police can issue a _______ to a person suspected of committing an offense under LEPRA.

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criminal infringement notice

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What does Section 23 of LEPRA allow police to do?

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To search a vehicle.

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True or False: Police can search a person without consent if they believe the person is carrying a weapon.

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True

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What is the main limitation on police powers under LEPRA?

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Powers must be exercised reasonably and lawfully.

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What does Section 28 of LEPRA pertain to?

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Power to arrest for a breach of the peace.

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Fill in the blank: Police must inform a person of the _______ for their arrest.

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reason

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Multiple Choice: Which section relates to police taking a person into custody?

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Section 10

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Short Answer: What is required for police to use a body search?

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A reasonable suspicion of carrying illegal items.

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True or False: LEPRA allows police to detain a person for questioning without any limitations.

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False

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What is the timeframe in which police must charge or release a person in custody under LEPRA?

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Within 6 hours.

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Fill in the blank: Under LEPRA, police can issue a _______ for public intoxication.

A

move-on direction

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What does Section 30 of LEPRA cover?

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The power to search premises.

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True or False: Police can enter a property without a warrant if they believe a crime is in progress.

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True

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What is the purpose of Section 9 of LEPRA?

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To outline the power of police to require a person’s name and address.

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Fill in the blank: Police can use _______ to assist in the execution of their powers.

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reasonable force

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Multiple Choice: Which section of LEPRA allows the police to request identification?

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Section 11

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Short Answer: What must police do if they detain a person for more than 4 hours?
Inform them of their rights.
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True or False: Police have the power to search a person without their consent if they are in a public place.
True
27
What does Section 25 of LEPRA address?
The power to conduct pat-down searches.
28
Fill in the blank: Police can issue a _______ for littering under LEPRA.
penalty notice
29
What is the consequence of a police officer failing to follow proper procedures under LEPRA?
Evidence may be deemed inadmissible in court.
30
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a reason a police officer can stop a vehicle?
To check for compliance with road safety laws
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Short Answer: When can police enter a dwelling without a warrant?
In an emergency situation.
32
True or False: Police can search a person based solely on their appearance.
False
33
What is the significance of Section 14 of LEPRA?
It allows police to request a breath test.
34
Fill in the blank: Under LEPRA, police can detain a person for questioning for a maximum of _______ hours.
4
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Multiple Choice: Which section deals with the power of police to conduct a search of a person?
Section 21
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Short Answer: What must police do before conducting a search of a vehicle?
Inform the occupant of the reason for the search.
37
True or False: Police can arrest individuals based on mere suspicion.
False
38
What does Section 36 of LEPRA allow police to do?
To seize property related to an offense.
39
Fill in the blank: Police can issue a _______ to persons obstructing justice.
move-on direction
40
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a requirement for police to perform a body search?
Reasonable suspicion
41
Short Answer: What is the role of a police officer during a stop-and-search?
To ensure the safety of all parties involved.
42
True or False: Police must document all searches conducted under LEPRA.
True
43
What is the purpose of Section 4 of LEPRA?
To ensure police powers are exercised in a manner that is reasonable.
44
Fill in the blank: Police can detain an individual for a maximum of _______ hours without charge.
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Multiple Choice: Under which section can police issue a penalty notice?
Section 10
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Short Answer: What are police required to provide when detaining a person?
Information regarding the reason for detention.
47
True or False: Police can conduct a search of a person in a private residence without consent.
False
48
What does Section 100 of LEPRA cover?
The power to arrest for certain offenses.
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Fill in the blank: Police must provide a _______ to a person when they are arrested.
caution
50
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a police power under LEPRA?
To conduct a search of a person or vehicle
51
Short Answer: What is the maximum time police can hold a person before charging them?
6 hours
52
True or False: Police can use any amount of force necessary to execute their powers.
False
53
What is the requirement for police to issue a move-on direction?
To prevent a disturbance.
54
Fill in the blank: Under LEPRA, police can request a person to provide their _______.
name and address
55
Multiple Choice: Which section of LEPRA deals with the power to arrest?
Section 99
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Short Answer: What must police do if they use force during an arrest?
Document the use of force.
57
True or False: LEPRA applies only to New South Wales police officers.
True
58
What is the main objective of LEPRA?
To provide a framework for police powers and responsibilities.
59
Fill in the blank: Under LEPRA, police can issue a _______ for public disorder.
move-on direction
60
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a limitation on police powers under LEPRA?
Police must act reasonably
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Short Answer: What must police do if they suspect a person of carrying drugs?
Conduct a search based on reasonable suspicion.
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True or False: All police actions under LEPRA must be justified.
True
63
What does Section 12 of LEPRA state?
Police can request a person to submit to a breath test.
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Fill in the blank: Police can arrest a person for _______ offenses without a warrant.
serious
65
Multiple Choice: Which section outlines the power of police to search without a warrant?
Section 21
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Short Answer: What must police do before executing a search warrant?
Present identification and the warrant.

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