Chapter 22 Self-test questions

There is no national police force in the United Kingdom.

True

False

The stop and search powers exercisable by police in England and Wales have attracted controversy for which two of the following reasons?

There is concern over how the powers are used in relation to black and minority ethnic groups.

Certain stop and search powers can be exercised without reasonable suspicion.

Many are concerned that the powers are not being used enough.

The procedure for using the powers is too bureaucratic.

In the UK police have the power to arrest an individual without a warrant.

True

False

Ordinarily, an individual can only be detained for up to 24 hours after arrest, pending charge. However, this amount of time can be extended in which of the following circumstances? Select all that apply.

During the initial 24 hour period, a prison officer can authorise detention for up to 6 further hours.

During the initial 24 hour period, a superintendent can authorise detention for up to 12 further hours.

During the initial 24 hour period, a magistrate can authorise detention for up to 36 further hours.

An individual arrested on suspicion of committing an offence relating to terrorism can be detained for up to 48 hours rather than 24.

Human rights law requires that anyone who is questioned by the police should be allowed to take advice from a lawyer.

True

False

The Police Reform and Social Responsibility Act 2011 set up which role?

Independent Police Conduct Officers

Police and Crime Commissioners

Independent Policing Chiefs

Policing Conduct Controllers

The most controversial issue relating to Police and Crime Commissioners is the operational ____________ of the police.

If confessions are obtained as a result of torture, degrading treatment or oppression, they are inadmissible by operation of law.

True

False

Habeas Corpus, if granted, not only secures the release of the individual, but also yields damages.

True

False

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