Knowledge check revision - Powers of Arrest questions with correct answers

What are the three ways a person can appear in court? - Answer Summons Arrest on warrant by order of the court Arrest without warrant What are the 4 types of court? - Answer Coroner's Court - if the court would like to know the circumstances of someones death County/Civil Court - Family matters, business vs business etc Magistrates Court - Summary offences, maximum 12 months. Crown/High Court - Judge and Jury, Criminal offences. Who decides and what are the 3 categories of offence? - Answer The CPS - Summary Triable either way Indictable What should you consider when arresting? - Answer The power must be used fairly, responsibly, with respect, and without unlawful discrimination. Consider whether the necessary objectives can be met with other, less intrusive means. Where does the Power of Arrest come from? - Answer Code G Section 24 of PACE 1984