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Powers of police in the criminal process |
- detain and question suspects - search property and seize evidence - use reasonable force to carry out duties if necessary -use particular technologies to assist an investigation - arrest and interrogate suspects -recommend whether bail should be granted |
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Steps in investigating a crime |
- report crime - investigate- gather evidence, use technology, search and seizure,use of warrants - arrest, detention and charge- interrogation
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4 Important legislation when in the criminal investigation process |
- Bails Act 1978 (NSW) - Crimes Act 1900 (NSW) - Evidence Act 1995 (NSW) - Law Enforcement (Powers and Responsibilities) Act 2002 (NSW) |
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Define Interrogate
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Interrogate= formally question a suspect in relation to an alleged crime
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What is Inadmissible evidence and what makes it so? |
Inadmissible evidence = evidence that cannot be considered by a judge or jury in court. This can be the case if evidence has been contaminated or compromised |
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Define Summons
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Summons = a legal document that states when and where a person must appear in court and, if they are the accused, the charge to which they must answer
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Define Warrant
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Warrant= legal document issued by magistrate authorising an officer to perform a particular act e.g conduct a search |
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Distinguish between Bail and Remand |
Bail= temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial Remand = period spent in custody awaiting trial |
