Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984, Section 19 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 15 June 2025. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future...

When the police seize property, they are empowered to do so by several pieces of legislation. Generally speaking, police may seize property (personal items, vehicles, mobile phones, etc.) …

19 (1) The powers conferred by subsections (2), (3) and (4) below are exercisable by a constable who is lawfully on any premises. (b) that it is necessary to seize it in order to prevent it being …

Mar 26, 2013 · The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 codes of practice regulate police powers and protect public rights.

May 7, 2024 · Under Section 19 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) a police officer who is lawfully on the premises can seize property, provided they have the reasonable …

Oct 16, 2023 · Learn about the legal framework for police searches and seizures under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act and navigate the PACE regulations.

Jun 24, 2023 · When considering police powers, particularly concerning search and seizure of property, we think first of powers derived from statute, which leads us to the Police and …

Mar 14, 2024 · Police powers in relation to seizure and retention of property concerning a police investigation is covered under the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) 1984, section 19. …

Dec 20, 2023 · 1.2 A justice of the peace may issue a search warrant granting powers of entry, search and seizure, e.g. warrants to search for stolen property, drugs, firearms and evidence …

Though the search powers of PCSOs are limited, the way in which search and seizure procedures are carried out must be lawful, in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 …