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ADPP - Alternatives To Arrest (NSW Police Force; Assoc. Dip Policing Practice) – Q&A
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ADPP - Alternatives To Arrest (NSW Police Force;Assoc. Dip Policing Practice) – Q&A
What options are available to police officers when taking action against an
offender Right Ans - a. Take no action
b. "On the spot" caution
c. Criminal Infringement Notice (CIN)
d. Field CAN (FCAN)
e. Future Service CAN (FSCAN)
At Common Law what are Constables granted and what does it enable
Right Ans - Constables (any ranking Police Officer) are granted Original
Authority which allows them to use their discretion in how they deal with
offenders of law. They are still guided by legal responsibilites however.
What are some things to remember when using discretion Right Ans - a.
legal responsibilities
b. Each incident is different and individual use of discretion of each incident is
vital
c. Officers will be held accountable for their actions/inactions
d. Determining factor of discretion is found in LEPRA s.99.3
What are the six legislative reason for arresting a person (LEPRA s.99.3)
Right Ans - a. ensure the appearance of the person at court
b. prevent repetition or continuation of offence, or the commission of another
offence
c. prevent concealment, loss or destruction of evidence
d. prevent harrassment of or interferrance with a witness
e. prevent fabrication of evidence
f. preserve safety and welfare of the person
When is an appropriate time to forgo taking action against an offender
Right Ans - when the offence is so minor and trivial that the presence of an
Officer caused it to cease. Can only be used for Summary Offences.
When is it appropriate to use an "on the spot" caution Right Ans - When a
minor offence is committed and a few words to the offender concerning thier
behaviour is all that is needed. Summary Offences only,
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