Criminal Investigation Process (HSC SSCE Legal Studies): Flashcards
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Act governing arrest powers in NSW
Act governing arrest powers in NSW
LEPRA 2002 (NSW)
Standard detention period after arrest
Standard detention period after arrest
Four hours
Maximum total detention time with extension
Maximum total detention time with extension
Twelve hours
How must police caution be delivered?
How must police caution be delivered?
Both orally and in writing
What is the right to silence?
What is the right to silence?
Suspects don't have to answer police questions
Required person for interrogation of suspects under 18
Required person for interrogation of suspects under 18
A responsible adult (usually parent or guardian)
Recording requirements for interrogations
Recording requirements for interrogations
Videotape and two separate audiotapes
Options at end of detention period
Options at end of detention period
Charge with offence or release unconditionally
Purpose of arrest warrant
Purpose of arrest warrant
Acts as judicial safeguard against arbitrary detention
Consequence if police use excessive force
Consequence if police use excessive force
Police officer can face criminal charges