Publication type:
Training / Education Manual
Agency:
British Columbia Civil Liberties Association
Summary:
Educational booklet for the public about their civil rights with regard to being arrested by police. Topics include civilian rights with regard to arrest with and without warrants; detention without arrest; questioning by police; rights during detention; police powers to search vehicles, premises and persons; the powers of search and detention of other agencies like Customs, security officers and private detectives; and processes by which civilians can file complaints against the police.
Keywords:
British Columbia Civil Liberties Association; police; civil rights; legal issues; law; police misconduct; criminal justice system; crime