Finders Keepers | Finders Law
Finders Keepers | Finders Law
Ever since the phrase came into being in the early nineteenth century, documented as no halfers-findee, lossee seekee, which sou..link
With the government recently announcing that they will be reviewing the stop and search rules we take a look at the rules that apply.
What can the police do under the stop and search powers?
As the rules stand at the moment, a police officer has the power to stop you and if the situation dictates, they have the power to search you at any time.
They also have the power to ask you what you are doing and why you are in a location. You do not have to answer these questions but that could lead on to other police action.
Why can the police do this?
The rules were introduced so that the police could take action if they feel that you are acting, will act, or have acted illegally.
Examples of this could be that-
What is Double Jeopardy? and is it still Law in the UK?..
linkFinders Keepers | Finders Law
Ever since the phrase came into being in the early nineteenth century, documented as no halfers-findee, lossee seekee, which sou..link
Children and the law - Committing a crime.
A child under 10 will not be charged with a criminal offence but they can face consequences for their actions.
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Over 2000 section 60 notices have been issued in London last year..
linkSocial workers could face up to five years in jail should they prove guilty of wilful neglect towards children, if consultation decides to extend the law to inc..link
Its time social media worked better with the police...link
The Law Commission has called for a full review of the law dealing with digital crime...link
Police Chiefs are calling for a change in the 'stop and search' l..
linkSpeeding motoring offences
Over 100,000 motorists are caught speeding each year, many have attended speed awareness courses, many were fined and received point..link
The law banning legal highs in the UK is to undergo an urgent review...link
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