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Arrested or Detained? What's Allowed? (Section 24 PACE 1984)

Arrested or Detained? What's Allowed? (Section 24 PACE 1984)

Update: 2025-09-09
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In today's episode we are explaining Police Powers of Arrest and Detention under  the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, including definitions and some real life examples. We will also explain some other arrest powers, away from PACE, and how long someone can be held.

At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions.


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Today's legislation can be found at: 

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/contents


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Arrested or Detained? What's Allowed? (Section 24 PACE 1984)

Arrested or Detained? What's Allowed? (Section 24 PACE 1984)