Page 9 - DOWN TOOLS A5 Booklet Sturminster Newton ABC
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Stop and search on the streets -Do you you know your rights?
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The police are allowed to stop and search people on the the street if they believe that knives other weapons drugs or stolen property are being carried They should not stop you because of your age race or the way you look If you are stopped the police should tell you their name which police station they they work at why they they are stopping you and what they are are looking for If they are are not in uniform they should show you their identity card They can search your outer clothing get you to take off your coat jacket or gloves ask you you to turn out your pockets or search your bag They can also search cars If they want to search under your clothing they must take you to a a police station If they find a knife or something else illegal at this point they will arrest you The police are allowed If they don’t find anything they will record your details and let you go You don’t have to give your name address or age but they may pressure you to do so You are less likely to to get into trouble if you are polite and co-operate with the police Even if you think the police are being unfair try to stay cool If you are not treated properly you can complain directly to the police or through your local Citizens Advice Bureau to to stop and search people on the street if they believe that knives other weapons drugs or stolen property are being carried 9 9 09
































































































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