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Stop and search
Stop and Search
A police officer has the right to stop and speak to you in the course of their duty, perhaps to offer help and request assistance.
This does not necessarily mean that you have committed an offence.
What is a stop and search?
A police officer can stop and detain you for the purpose of the search.
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Latest updates in this section
- Stop and search - frequently asked questions - Here you can find the answers to some of the most common questions asked about stop and search.
- What information does the record contain? - The search record must contain the following information:
- What paperwork do I get after a stop and a stop and search? - You should receive a written record of the search or a receipt of the stop at the time of the event. If you want to complain either about being stoppe...
- Is this a police record? - The fact that you are stopped and held to account and/or searched does not mean that you are under arrest or have done anything wrong. The officer is ...
- During a stop and search what information will the police ask for? - The police have a legal requirement to include certain information from individuals who have been stopped and searched. This includes:
