Before you are searched, the police officer should tell you:

• that you must wait to be searched;
• what law they are using and your rights;
• their name;
• the station they work at;
• why they chose you;
• what they are looking for; and
• that you have a right to be given a form straightaway showing details of the stop and search.

Also in this Section

• Who can stop you?
• What is a stop?
• What is a stop and search?
• Where can I be stopped and searched?
• What if I am in a vehicle?
• What happens if I am stopped and searched?
• Your right to a form
• How can I complain?
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