Criminology Unit 3 AC1
AC1.4:Suspect rights
Suspect Rights in Custody - correct answer--Suspect has a right to free legal advice
-To tell someone where they are
-Access to medical help
-See the legality the police has to follow
-Know their rights
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Stop and Search Rights - correct answer--Suspect doesn't have to stop
-Police can only stop and search with reasonable grounds
-Suspect must be informed of why they're being searched
-Officer must be same sex as suspect to remove more than a jacket and gloves
AC1.4: Suspect Rights
Police Rights in Custody - correct answer--They have the right to take photos, take
fingerprints and take a DNA sample with no permission from the suspect
-They need suspect consent and the authority from a senior police officer to take
urine or bloods in connection to drink/drug driving
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Rights Whilst Being Questioned - correct answer--Interviews will be recorded
-Suspects don't have to answer questions
-Police must explain any consequences of not answering questions, reading the
police caution
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Detention Rights - correct answer--Police can hold suspects for up to 24 hours
before a charge has to be solidified
-They can apply for a 36-96 hour hold if its for serious crimes like murder
-A suspect can be held with no charge for 14 days if arrested under the Terrorism Act
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Bail Rights - correct answer--The police can release a suspect on bail if there's not
enough evidence to charge them then and there
-Conditional bail restricts suspects freedom if the police believe they could commit
another offence
AC1.4: Suspect Rights
Trial Rights - correct answer--The defendant has a right to make sure there's no
outside interference, for example by the public or the media
, -If there's a concern media report could affect the trial, media involvement may be
limited by the court
AC1.4: Suspect rights
The Right to Appeal - correct answer--A defendant who has pleaded not guilty can
appeal their sentence and conviction
-A defendant who had pleaded guilty can only appeal against their sentence
AC1.4
What act shows the rights of the police? - correct answer-PACE Act
Police and Criminal Evidence act
AC1.4: Victim Rights
Victims entitlements during the police investigation - correct answer--Victims are
entitled to a written acknowledgement that the crime has been reported
-A clear explanation of what to expect by the justice system
-You're entitled to the knowledge of when a suspect is arressted, interviewed under
caution, released without charge, released on bail and if police bail conditions are
changed or cancelled
AC1.4 Victim Rights:
Additional Rights of Vulnerable Victims - correct answer--All victims of a crime are
entitled to an assessment by the police to identify any support needs, victims are
also entitled to a reassessment if the need for one is identified
-If you are identified as a vulnerable victim, you may be eligible for *special
measures* such as video recorded statements and the removal of wigs and gowns
by judges and other members of the prosecution team
AC1.4 Victim Rights:
What three things make someone entitled to enhanced entitlements? - correct
answer--People who are a victim of the most serious crime, these are things like
terrorism, human trafficking, sexual offences, attempted murder and grievous bodily
harm with intent
-persistently targeted victims
-Vulnerable or intimidated victims, such as if youre under 18, if you have a physical
disability, an impariment of intelligence and social functioning or have a mental
disorder within the Mental Health Act 1983
AC1.4 Victims Rights:
Pre-trial rights - correct answer--You should be informed of a decision to: prosecute
the suspect, give the suspect an out of court disposal, or not to prosecute the
suspect
-You should be informed why any decisions have been made
-You are entitled to know the date, location and outcome of any criminal hearing
AC1.4:Suspect rights
Suspect Rights in Custody - correct answer--Suspect has a right to free legal advice
-To tell someone where they are
-Access to medical help
-See the legality the police has to follow
-Know their rights
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Stop and Search Rights - correct answer--Suspect doesn't have to stop
-Police can only stop and search with reasonable grounds
-Suspect must be informed of why they're being searched
-Officer must be same sex as suspect to remove more than a jacket and gloves
AC1.4: Suspect Rights
Police Rights in Custody - correct answer--They have the right to take photos, take
fingerprints and take a DNA sample with no permission from the suspect
-They need suspect consent and the authority from a senior police officer to take
urine or bloods in connection to drink/drug driving
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Rights Whilst Being Questioned - correct answer--Interviews will be recorded
-Suspects don't have to answer questions
-Police must explain any consequences of not answering questions, reading the
police caution
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Detention Rights - correct answer--Police can hold suspects for up to 24 hours
before a charge has to be solidified
-They can apply for a 36-96 hour hold if its for serious crimes like murder
-A suspect can be held with no charge for 14 days if arrested under the Terrorism Act
AC1.4: Suspect rights
Bail Rights - correct answer--The police can release a suspect on bail if there's not
enough evidence to charge them then and there
-Conditional bail restricts suspects freedom if the police believe they could commit
another offence
AC1.4: Suspect Rights
Trial Rights - correct answer--The defendant has a right to make sure there's no
outside interference, for example by the public or the media
, -If there's a concern media report could affect the trial, media involvement may be
limited by the court
AC1.4: Suspect rights
The Right to Appeal - correct answer--A defendant who has pleaded not guilty can
appeal their sentence and conviction
-A defendant who had pleaded guilty can only appeal against their sentence
AC1.4
What act shows the rights of the police? - correct answer-PACE Act
Police and Criminal Evidence act
AC1.4: Victim Rights
Victims entitlements during the police investigation - correct answer--Victims are
entitled to a written acknowledgement that the crime has been reported
-A clear explanation of what to expect by the justice system
-You're entitled to the knowledge of when a suspect is arressted, interviewed under
caution, released without charge, released on bail and if police bail conditions are
changed or cancelled
AC1.4 Victim Rights:
Additional Rights of Vulnerable Victims - correct answer--All victims of a crime are
entitled to an assessment by the police to identify any support needs, victims are
also entitled to a reassessment if the need for one is identified
-If you are identified as a vulnerable victim, you may be eligible for *special
measures* such as video recorded statements and the removal of wigs and gowns
by judges and other members of the prosecution team
AC1.4 Victim Rights:
What three things make someone entitled to enhanced entitlements? - correct
answer--People who are a victim of the most serious crime, these are things like
terrorism, human trafficking, sexual offences, attempted murder and grievous bodily
harm with intent
-persistently targeted victims
-Vulnerable or intimidated victims, such as if youre under 18, if you have a physical
disability, an impariment of intelligence and social functioning or have a mental
disorder within the Mental Health Act 1983
AC1.4 Victims Rights:
Pre-trial rights - correct answer--You should be informed of a decision to: prosecute
the suspect, give the suspect an out of court disposal, or not to prosecute the
suspect
-You should be informed why any decisions have been made
-You are entitled to know the date, location and outcome of any criminal hearing
