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What are the rules on police searching after arrest? ((Inside and outside of police custody) 18, 32, 54, and 55 PACE 1984)

What are the rules on police searching after arrest? ((Inside and outside of police custody) 18, 32, 54, and 55 PACE 1984)

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In today's episode we are explaining police search powers after arrest, including sections 18, 32, 54, and 55 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE). At the end of the episode we will also provide you with some check knowledge scenario questions around use of force powers.

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The legislation can be viewed at:  

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/18

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/32

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/54

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1984/60/section/55

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What are the rules on police searching after arrest? ((Inside and outside of police custody) 18, 32, 54, and 55 PACE 1984)

What are the rules on police searching after arrest? ((Inside and outside of police custody) 18, 32, 54, and 55 PACE 1984)

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