Police Powers (HSC SSCE Legal Studies): Quizzes
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Which branch of government do police operate as part of?
Which branch of government do police operate as part of?
Executive branch
What are the three primary responsibilities of police?
What are the three primary responsibilities of police?
Prevention, detection, public order
Which Act contains the majority of NSW police powers?
Which Act contains the majority of NSW police powers?
Law Enforcement (Powers & Responsibilities)
Which police force investigates Commonwealth offences?
Which police force investigates Commonwealth offences?
Australian Federal Police (AFP)
What does 'search and seizure' power allow police to do?
What does 'search and seizure' power allow police to do?
Search persons/possessions & seize items
Which investigative technology can police use under their powers?
Which investigative technology can police use under their powers?
Phone taps, surveillance, DNA sampling
What does the 'E' in the CRIME Code stand for?
What does the 'E' in the CRIME Code stand for?
Evidence
When must police seek a warrant from a court?
When must police seek a warrant from a court?
For certain arrests, phone taps, searches
Which independent body oversees the NSW Police Force?
Which independent body oversees the NSW Police Force?
NSW Ombudsman
What factors should NOT affect how police treat people?
What factors should NOT affect how police treat people?
Age, sex, religion, ethnicity