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A police officer has stopped me in the street and wants to search my bag. What should I ask before the search starts?
Before you start, what power are you using, what are you looking for, what are your grounds, and how can I get a record?
What applies
PACE Code A, paragraphs 3.8–3.9
(England and Wales)
(England and Wales)
PACE Code A, paragraphs 3.8–3.9 (England and Wales): Before searching, the officer must explain the search power, purpose and grounds, identify themselves and their station, and explain your entitlement to a search record. An officer not in uniform must show their warrant card.
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Yes—before a bag search, ask what power the officer is using, what they are looking for and why they suspect you.
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