03. If you are stopped and searched

The police have powers to stop and search you in many situations. The rules on when they can do so, and how long they can stop you for, are complicated. See 'When a search becomes an assault' for an explanation of the rules.

Chapters

01. Introduction
02. If you have a problem with the police
04. Your options for taking action
05. Suing the police
06. How to sue the police
07. Making a complaint against a police officer
08. How to make a complaint
09. The result of your complaint
10. Further Help

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