"The introduction of a single rationalised power of arrest simplifies arrest powers and requires police to consider the 'necessity' of the arrest,"
I couldn't find anything that defined what the "necessity" of the arrest will be......I assume that mean a judgement call of the officer then. Oh :shock:
"A new code for officers says they should "consider if the necessary objectives can be met by other, less intrusive means".
It adds: "Arrest must never be used simply because it can be used. Absence of justification for exercising the powers of arrest may lead to challenges should the case proceed to court. When the power of arrest is exercised it is essential that it is exercised in a non-discriminatory and proportionate manner."
Home Office minister Hazel Blears said: "The introduction of a single rationalised power of arrest simplifies arrest powers and requires the police officer to consider the 'necessity' of the arrest.
"This means that the officer has to focus on the individual circumstances of the case and the needs of the investigation."
Originally proposed in August last year by former home secretary David Blunkett, the change is contained in the Serious Organised Crime and Police Act 2005."
Does this mean they can arrest you for looking at them funny?
If they feel it is necessary obviously
Got caught with my trousers down earlier in the year, hid in a bush for half an hour but they got me when I came back to the car . . .
I was honest with them and told them what was going on and they appreciated the honesty and took my details then sent me on my way
Too much paperwork I guess
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