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English and Welsh Police Law Explained
English and Welsh Police Law Explained
Author: Steven Barber
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A Podcast where we investigate specific English and Welsh criminal legislation.
We undertake research to define the laws, discuss case studies, and provide real life examples, so that you don't have to.
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In today's episode we are moving away from specific legislation, as we take some time out to look at the theories of crime, and this week specifically, Strain Theory. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Send a text Support the show
In today's episode we are continuing to focus on Bribery, under Sections 1 and 2 of the Bribery Act 2010. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/23/contents Send a text Support the show
In today's episode we are continuing to focus on Dangerous, Careless, and Inconsiderate Driving, but with a focus when death is caused, under Sections 1 to 3A of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation....
In today's episode we are moving on to Dangerous, Careless, and Inconsiderate Driving, under Sections 3 and 2 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/52/contents Send a text Support...
In today's episode we are moving on to antisocial driving offences, looking at what can be done, by the police, to remove vehicles from offenders under Sections 59 and 60 of the Police Reform Act 2002. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www...
In today's episode we are moving on to traffic offences, looking at Leaving Items in Dangerous Positions on a Road under Sections 22 and 22A of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/...
In today's episode we are moving on to traffic offences, looking at Drink and Drug Driving Sections 4-7 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1988/52/contents Send a text Support the s...
In today's episode we are moving on to traffic offences, looking at, Sections 163-165a of the Road Traffic Act 1988, the powers to stop and seize vehicles, and view driving documents. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.u...
In today's episode we are explaining another of the serious sexual offences under the Sexual Offences Act of 2003, Section 66, Exposure, as well as related offences covered under 66A and B, as well as the common law offence of Outraging Public Decency. Breaking down the definitions of each and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support ...
In today's episode we are explaining another of the serious sexual offences under the Sexual Offences Act of 2003, Section 67, Voyeurism. Breaking down the definition and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/en/ukpga/2003/42/part/1 Send a text Support the show
In this last episode of the year, we have created a scenario, with check knowledge questions throughout, to check your understanding on the use of day-to-day powers of English and Welsh Police. Thank you all for your support on this podcast in its first year. Send a text Support the show
In today's episode we are explaining another of the serious sexual offences under the Sexual Offences Act of 2003, Section 69, Intercourse with an animal. Breaking down the definition and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/en/ukpga/2003/42/part/1 Send a text ...
In today's episode we are explaining another of the most serious sexual offences under the Sexual Offences Act of 2003, Section 4. Breaking down the definition and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/en/ukpga/2003/42/part/1 Send a text Support the show
In today's episode we are explaining another of the most serious sexual offences under the Sexual Offences Act of 2003, Sections 3. Breaking down the definition and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/en/ukpga/2003/42/part/1 Send a text Support the show
In today's episode we are explaining two of the most serious sexual offences under the Sexual Offences Act of 2003, Sections 1, and 2. Breaking down their definitions and providing some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/en/ukpga/2003/42/part/1 Send a text Support the show
In today's episode we are explaining legislation designed to prevent possession of offensive weapons in public under the Prevention of Crime Act 1953 and Section 141 of the Criminal Justice Act 1988, including definitions and some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/El...
In today's episode we are explaining the Code C rights of a detainee, at a police station after arrest, building on the information provided in the arresting episode. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. You can find these rights and Code C of the Codes of Practice 1984 at: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/6580543083ba38000de1b792/PACE+Code+C+2023.pdf Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support...
In today's episode we are explaining legislation on smoking in smoke free places under section 7 of the Health Act 2006 including definitions and some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2006/28/section/7 Send a text Support the show
In today's episode we are explaining legislation on causing a nuisance or disturbance on an NHS premises was created under sections 119 and 120 of the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008, including definitions and some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/200...
In today's episode we are explaining legislation on the different types of fraud, under the Fraud Act 2006, including definitions, case-law and some real life examples. At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions. Support page: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467692/support Today's legislation can be found at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2006/35/contents Send a text Support the show



