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KembaraXtra – Legal Terms – Power of Search
A power of search is the legal authority to search persons, vehicles, premises, or property.
Such powers are commonly granted to police officers by legislation.
Searches may require a warrant, although some statutes permit searches without one in urgent circumstances.
The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 provides major rules governing police stop and search powers.
Search powers are subject to safeguards intended to balance law enforcement with individual rights and liberties.
A power of search is the legal authority to search persons, vehicles, premises, or property.
Such powers are commonly granted to police officers by legislation.
Searches may require a warrant, although some statutes permit searches without one in urgent circumstances.
The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 provides major rules governing police stop and search powers.
Search powers are subject to safeguards intended to balance law enforcement with individual rights and liberties.
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