If the person is in a public place and the police officer has reasonable grounds for believing that he has prohibited articles stolen goods or equipment for burglary or criminal damage (including fireworks under SOCPA 2005)
If the person is in a public place and the police officer is trying to reduce crime by searching everyone who looks dodgy
If the person is in a private area and the police officer has reasonable grounds for believing that he has prohibited articles stolen goods or equipment for burglary or criminal damage (including fireworks under SOCPA 2005)
If the person is in a public place and the police officer has reasonable grounds for believing that he is acting suspiciously, late at night
8. Code A says what?
A police officer can ask a person to remove headgear and shoes
A police officer must give his name and station on the search
Reasonable suspicion cannot be based purely on someones looks or criminal record