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Can Law Effectively Regulate the Use of Stop-Search Powers by the Police?
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Can Law Effectively Regulate the Use of Stop-Search Powers by the Police? The essence of the stop search powers that the police have is seemingly oriented more towards crime control than due process. The vague limitations put on specific requirements police have to fulfil before they have the right to stop and search emphasises this point, as it leaves the police with a good deal of discretion as to whether they can stop and search somebody. This was demonstrated in a Home Office circular where it was suggested that all stop/searches should be recorded, whereas it is obvious in practice that this isn't the case, and little is actually done to improve the situation. The fact that if consent is obtained, there don't have to be reasonable grounds for suspicion in order to perform a stop and search, demonstrates the amount of discretion the police are given in practice in deciding...
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