National Investigators Exam (NIE) Practice Exam

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What is the purpose of S31 of PACE?

To search the person after arrest
To arrest for further offences
To inform a person of their rights
To provide legal representation

The correct answer is: To arrest for further offences

The purpose of S31 of the Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE) revolves around the authority of law enforcement to arrest individuals when they are suspected of committing further or additional offenses. This section enables police officers to act proactively when they believe that someone may pose a risk of committing further crimes or when it is necessary to prevent the commission of further offenses. This section emphasizes the importance of safeguarding public safety and ensuring that individuals who may continue to engage in criminal activity can be apprehended. While aspects of searching a person after arrest, informing individuals of their rights, and providing legal representation are indeed critical components of the overall legal framework governing police procedures and rights of the accused, they are not the central focus of S31. Instead, S31 specifically targets the authority to arrest based on the suspicion of further criminal conduct.