Police Powers Arrest

Front

What is the maximum prison sentence for summary offences?

Back

6 months

Front

Which type of court handles minor offences?

Back

Magistrates Court

Front

Which of the following is an example of a summary offence?
Options:
Murder,
Shoplifting,
Burglary,
Possession of a firearm

Back

Shoplifting

Front

What type of offences can be tried in either Magistrates or Crown Court?

Back

Either way offences

Front

Which of the following is an example of an indictable offence? Common assault, Driving without insurance, Murder, Shoplifting

Back

Murder

Front

Where must serious offences be tried?

Back

Crown Court

Front

What is a voluntary interview?

Back

A suspect is invited to a police station for an interview without being arrested.

Front

Fixed Penalty Notices are typically given for which type of offences? Options: Major criminal offences, Minor offences, Civil disputes, Business violations

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Minor offences

Front

Under which legislation can the police arrest someone without a warrant? S24 ____ 1984

Back

PACE

Front

What is a formal warning often with conditions attached that the offender must comply with, such as attending a rehabilitation course?

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Caution